The Craft Connection
Avoid Getting Pinched! Wear Shamrock Jewelry
by Shannon McMath
March 12, 2009
Green is the color of the day on St. Patrick’s Day. Don’t get caught without it or you’re liable to get pinched! But what if you have nothing green to wear or it’s just not your color? Well, make these cute Shamrock Earrings and Pin of course. They are quick and simple to make and are a great accessory for your St. Patty’s Day attire.
Kids will love making these for friends, family and teachers. Start by looking ...
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Shannon McMath lives in Northern California and enjoys spending time with her daughter engaging in crafts of all kinds. Having earned a degree in Art & Design from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, she has learned to recognize the role that creativity plays in our society, and also how important it is to foster creativity in children.
Column Archive
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Trap a Leprechaun this St. Patrick's Day!
by Shannon McMath
March 12, 2009, 3:05 pmBuilding this Leprechaun Trap will become a family tradition on St. Patrick's Day. This is a great family project that everyone can get involved in. It’s so much fun, you’ll want to keep your trap and use it year after year! Read More
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Sock Lost Its Pair? Don't Despair...Make a Bunny!
by Shannon McMath
February 20, 2009, 2:40 pmOh no, another sock came out of the dryer without itâs pair. What do you do? Put it in the drawer and hope the other shows up? Throw it out? No! Make a Stray Sock Bunny. With some very basic sewing skills and only a few supplies you can create this adorable little guy to play with, use as an Easter decoration, or give as a gift. Read More
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A Photo Frame Luminary for Your Valentine!
by Shannon McMath
February 5, 2009, 8:15 pmIs there a special person in your child's life that deserves and extra special Valentine this year? This Photo Frame Luminary makes a wonderful gift that will be treasured long after cupid puts down his bow! As soon as the candle is lit, its simple design is transformed into a dramatic display. Read More
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Make a Dreamcatcher
by Shannon McMath
January 29, 2009, 7:11 pmWe've all been there - struggling through the day, exhausted, because our child was plagued with bad dreams the night before. Well say goodbye to those restless nights and to those unwelcome dreams with this dreamcatcher craft. Because it inspires good thoughts of what your child WANTS to be dreaming about, it will help ease them back to sleep in the event that a nightmare rears itâs ugly head! Read More
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Secret Storage Notebook
by Shannon McMath
January 23, 2009, 12:00 amThere's a saying that things aren't always as they seem. Well this secret storage notebook is just that. To the average person looking around, it's simply math homework. But, open it up and you'll find a surprise! No math, but a collection of special keepsakes, money, passwords and other important stuff. Read More
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Magnetic Face Fun!
by Shannon McMath
January 16, 2009, 12:00 amSpending time doing arts and crafts is always fun but making something that you can use after craft time is over makes it so much more special. This Magnetic Make a Face craft will get your child's creativity flowing while making it and will continue to let them explore with the finished project. Read More
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Welcome Spring Early with Paperwhites
by Shannon McMath
January 9, 2009, 12:00 amThe short days of winter along with gray stormy skies may make your children wonder if those pleasant days of spring will ever come. To help remind them that spring is just around the corner you can bring a little bit of the outdoors in with these Paperwhite Growing Jars. You can make up several of them fairly quickly and place them around the house. Every time you glance at one on a window sill, it will inspire a little spring time smile! Read More
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Winter Wind Chime
by Shannon McMath
January 2, 2009, 12:00 amIt's cold, rainy and the wind is blowing; wouldn't it be nice to convert a little of that bad weather into something pleasant? This Terra Cotta Pot Wind Chime is just the thing to add some musical sunshine to your day. It's a project that is as simple as threading beads on a string so even the youngest crafters can participate. Read More
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On-The-Go Boredom Buster
by Shannon McMath
December 26, 2008, 12:00 amNormally, The Craft Connection focuses on crafts that you can do WITH your children. This time I thought I would suggest a project that you can make FOR your children instead. This little on-the-go craft kit will help keep your child's creativity flowing even if you're stuck in traffic or sitting in a waiting room somewhere. Read More
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Colorful Confetti Wands for New Years or Other Celebrations!
by Shannon McMath
December 19, 2008, 12:00 amFlying confetti adds excitement to just about any gathering and these wands make it easy for children to join in the fun. Fill them with an assortment of colorful paper pieces and you'll have party favors that will be the talk of the town long after the celebration is over. Read More
