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St. Patrick's Day Bow Ties Project for the Family

03/14/13

St. Patrick's Day Bow Ties Project for the Family

Get into the holiday spirit and add this green accessory to your wardrobe. Craft 'em up for kids and parents alike. Hint: Modify a tad, too, with a pin or hairclip!

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Craft Roundup: Colorful Fun Projects for Kids

03/12/13

Craft Roundup: Colorful Fun Projects for Kids

Spring is right around the corner – so brighten up your days with some rainbow inspired DIY gear, from dyed rompers to a dazzling duct tape clutch.

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Fiskars Fuse Creativity System Craft Project Ideas

03/07/13

Fiskars Fuse Creativity System Craft Project Ideas

Make bookmarks, lunch bag decor and more with the help of this two-in-one paper crafting tool that creates perfect DIY touches with a spiffy scallop die.

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Craft Roundup: Small and Big Projects

03/05/13

Craft Roundup: Small and Big Projects

From simple to complex, this week's Make It stash features crafting fun in all different sizes, from tiny tacks and key chains to a giant fringe number.

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Craft Tool Review: Fiskars Fuse Creativity System

02/28/13

Craft Tool Review: Fiskars Fuse Creativity System

This two-in-one letterpress and die-cut machine is great for tons of kids projects. Check out the Make It blog's review of this cool new crafting device.

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Craft Roundup: Simple Family Projects for Snowy Days

02/26/13

Craft Roundup: Simple Family Projects for Snowy Days

With winter lingering in Michigan, it's the perfect excuse to stay inside and craft one of these cool items with your kids!

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Chalkboard Tablets and Sleeves, Craft for Kids

02/25/13

Chalkboard Tablets and Sleeves, Craft for Kids

This old-fashioned project spins high-tech tablets on their screens! Make a nifty DIY board that mimics the digital devices, complete with a storage case.

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George Washington's Play Quarters for Kids Pretend Fun

02/21/13

George Washington's Play Quarters for Kids Pretend Fun

Looking for a cool bit of 'change' for your children? Bake up these cute little quarters (pennies, too) to bring those Presidents Day week lessons to life.

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Craft Roundup: Little Projects for the Family

02/19/13

Craft Roundup: Little Projects for the Family

DIY doesn't always shave to be a giant project – or mess. This week, we serve up chalk pastel hearts, small signs for teacher, printable paper bags and a nifty T-shirt idea.

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Simple Sticker Portfolio Book Kids Can Make

02/14/13

Simple Sticker Portfolio Book Kids Can Make

Funny how those fun little stickers can wind up all over the place, eh? Herd up your collection with this customizable DIY project the kids can craft up.

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