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The phrase "arts and crafts" covers everything from scrap-booking and calligraphy to sewing and knitting.  Regardless of your medium of choice, creating arts and crafts projects is a fun way to express yourself and experiment with materials and ideas.  Working on an arts and crafts project with kids can be a valuable opportunity for family time.  This Topic is your guide to materials, instructions, and ideas for arts and crafts. 

by Joan Inong
It seems that once a child has reached the age of seven or eight, their parents and their teachers no longer want to teach them arts and crafts. Why is it that we, as a society, encourage very young children to do arts and crafts but then slowly wea... More>
by Sarah Ganly
The holidays are a great time for arts and crafts, and New Year's provides us with many opportunities for crafting. Arts and craft ideas are great for New Year's parties, and arts and craft ideas should be fun for both children and adults. This arti... More>
by Gail Kavanagh
There are so many arts and crafts magazines on the newsstands now, that it is hard to know which is the best for you. When choosing a magazine to subscribe to, it is your passions which are paramount. Do you love making miniatures for dollhouses, ma... More>
by Judith Green
EASY ARTS AND CRAFTS FOR TODDLERS Toddlers generally have short concentration spans, difficulty with scissors and eat the glue. These comments are not meant as a negative, but merely statements recognizing the stage of development most toddlers are ... More>
by Christine G.
Art or craft? What is the difference?  Does it matter? For those who like to create dichotomies, "art" implies a pure stream of transcendental creativity with no purpose beyond its own existence.  A "craft", on the other hand, suggest... More>
by Gail Kavanagh
Get crafty in your kitchen! You can give your kitchen a unique personalized look, and a quick facelift, with arts and crafts that complement your decor. Whatever your chosen craft, you can create one of a kind items. How about a sign board? Look up ... More>

Popular arts and crafts

  • Origami--  the Japanese art of paper folding offers both challenge and beauty.  
  • Scrap-booking-- preserving your family's memories with pictures, journaling, and more.  
  • Beading-- making jewelry, accessories, and more from beads.  
  • Home made bath products-- craft your own bath salts, bubble bath, etc.  
  • Crochet-- make afghans, bags, scarves, pillows, toys, and more. 
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Thanksgiving Craft: Paper Bag Thanksgiving Book Project

Deb from www.artsymommy.com walks you through the steps of the Paper Bag Thanksgiving Book Project. This project is for children ages 3 and up.
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