Whether you're planning an activity for a child's birthday party, family night, or for your classroom, crowd-pleasing craft kits offer more fun-for-less! If you're already enjoying the convenience of Oriental Trading's easy-to-make, prepackaged craft kits for 1-12 kids, these money-saving ideas will show how you can also use craft kits to save on gifts, birthday parties and more.
If television isn’t the creative outlet you want your kids plugged in to, all you need is some colorful construction paper, scissors and their imaginations. Paper craft projects are a budget-friendly way to keep kids entertained with creative play. Here are just a few ideas.
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As temperatures drop and kids’ playtime moves indoors, there are lots of creative ways to keep kids entertained so they’re not spending all of their free time playing video games or watching television. Here are 10 clever, inexpensive ideas you can try to beat winter boredom.
Families are busier than ever. From school and sports to work and appointments, getting the family together to spend quality time together can be challenging. However, as children grow and mature, time spent together as a family is the most valuable investment you can make in kids’ lives. Here are some fun ideas and activities to help become closer as a family:
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By Penny Warner
Here’s a bright idea that will really light up your celebration: Make it a “Glow Party!” You can turn any ordinary event into a dazzling display of luminous color with a few glow in the dark decorations and accessories. Here are suggestions for themes that are perfect for a glow in the dark party:
By Penny Warner
Who doesn’t love a Rubber Duckys? There’s just something appealing about those little yellow critters that make us want to cuddle them and collect them. Here’s a unique party theme idea that will have your guests quackin’ up – a Rubber Ducky Scavenger Hunt!
By Penny Warner
What better way to show your appreciation for a favorite, dedicated teacher than a small but memorable homemade gift! Not only is it a great way to say, “Thanks for all you’ve done!” but your teacher will remember you for years to come! Here are some suggestions for handcrafted gifts to present to your special teacher on her birthday, a holiday, or the last day of school!
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Turn an ordinary family night into fun night, a birthday party into a blast, or any event into something special with creative craft activities. Here are some suggestions for using crafts at your next gathering or celebration.
Host a Fun Family Night! Choose a craft that the whole family can enjoy, such as making your own family photo frames, decorating foam gliders for an indoor air show or creating your own colorful masks or paper bag puppets and put on a show. "About Me" books also make great projects for a family evening.
Have a Birthday Blast! Set up a variety of craft stations before the party begins, then let the guests take turns making sticker books, using stampers, decorating masks, creating picture frames or putting on a puppet show with homemade puppets. Set up a table with miscellaneous craft items and let the kids make whatever they want!
Written By Penny Warner.
You don't need an excuse to have a fun-filled day. Just gather the gang, use your imagination, and turn an ordinary day into a happy day! Here are some tips for random acts of fun.
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