http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 13:26:28 -0700 Fri, 14 Aug 2009 20:37:58 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m8d14-Cardboard-cuffs-wield-superhero-powers?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner On one side of these special cuffs are my daughter's friend'sinitials. On the other, he decorated some fish. (Lea Holland)Since the kids have started back to school, a quick and fun craft will break the monotony that already might be setting in from... jewelry construction paper paint recycling Fri, 14 Aug 2009 20:37:58 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m8d14-Cardboard-cuffs-wield-superhero-powers?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m8d5-Tshirt-becomes-newborn-gown?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner A Jerry Garcia T-shirt becomes a newborn's sleep gown.(Bonnie Cornelius)If your child is too young for the toddler T-shirt dress, you can still recycle those cool old concert T's into gowns for your newborn."This Mama Makes Stuff" offers a... sewing Tue, 04 Aug 2009 23:06:30 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m8d5-Tshirt-becomes-newborn-gown?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d31-Paper-top-hat-popular-with-kids-and-adults?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner The paper hat can shield the sun and be fun to wear.During our recent trip to Asheville, N.C., for the Bele Chere festival, we visited the children's area.There were many inflatable houses and slides, as well as face painting and cotton candy. But t... paint accessories Fri, 31 Jul 2009 20:50:36 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d31-Paper-top-hat-popular-with-kids-and-adults?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d29-WeeWonderfuls-offers-something-for-free?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner A finished Pointy Kitty (Photo: WeeWonderfuls.com)In this economy, we all need to get something for free. There are many Web sites that sell patterns for stuffed animals, clothes and other things.But WeeWonderfuls.com has many patterns to download f... sewing gift Tue, 28 Jul 2009 22:57:24 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d29-WeeWonderfuls-offers-something-for-free?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d26-Broken-crayons-can-be-recycled?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner Photo: chrisdlugosz/FlickrI don't know if all toddlers are like my daughter, but we have so many broken crayons on our art table.And there's lots of pieces of the paper that she has torn off the crayons.Most of the pieces of crayon are too small to ... recycling Sun, 26 Jul 2009 18:45:16 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d26-Broken-crayons-can-be-recycled?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d20-Recycle-bottle-caps-to-make-clock?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner Retro Bottle Cap Clock (Photo: mylifetime.com)You might think mylifetime.com is just the place to catch up on your cheesy, cheatin' wife-beater movies, but there are some pretty cool crafts on the Web site, too.The Retro Bottle Caps Clock instruction... sewing bottle cap gift recycling Mon, 20 Jul 2009 14:10:32 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d20-Recycle-bottle-caps-to-make-clock?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d17-Marbling-adds-color-and-uniqueness-to-paper?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner Photo: justgrimes/Flickr For a unique thank you card, birthday card or scrapbook background, a marbled paper you made yourself makes quite a statement. There are several different ways to make marbled paper. Probably the easiest and seemingly least ... paint scrapbook gift Fri, 17 Jul 2009 20:05:10 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d17-Marbling-adds-color-and-uniqueness-to-paper?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d12-Save-your-place-in-their-heart-with-foam-bookmark?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner Bookmarks for Mama and Grammy (Lea Holland)Grandmothers and big sisters alike will appreciate a handmade foam bookmark.Foam kits are available at Wal-Mart, Michael's and Hobby Lobby and other stores. In these kits, the accessories are stickers, maki... tiki gift Sun, 12 Jul 2009 13:45:13 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d12-Save-your-place-in-their-heart-with-foam-bookmark?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d9-Birthday-charm-bracelet-builds-years-of-memories?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner (Photo: affinity1/Flickr)Before my daughter's first birthday, I decided to give her something each year that wouldn't just be tossed the next year when she got too old for it.We gave her the usual toys, but I also ordered a custom charm for a future... jewelry gift Thu, 09 Jul 2009 13:25:22 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d9-Birthday-charm-bracelet-builds-years-of-memories?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d6-No-Sew-Fleece-Blankets-make-snuggling-fun?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner This blanket uses a tie-dye fabric on one side and a matching turquoise on the other. (Lea Holland)It seems it's pregnancy season. Since I've seen so many women pregnant this time of year, I thought a homemade baby gift would be appropriate. A N... sewing gift Mon, 06 Jul 2009 19:34:51 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d6-No-Sew-Fleece-Blankets-make-snuggling-fun?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d28-Red-white-and-blue-crafts-for-Fourth-of-July?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner Make your own patriotic coozies (http://crafts.kaboose.com) Show your patriotism with a crafty creation. Kaboose offers an easy and fun project for ages 3 and up. A personalized, patriotic coozie will keep any can cool when the sun is shining down o... holiday Sun, 28 Jun 2009 19:56:09 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d28-Red-white-and-blue-crafts-for-Fourth-of-July?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d20-Its-not-too-late-for-homemade-Fathers-Day-presents?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner Plaster relief (Photo: bkids.typepad.com/bookhoucraftprojects)It's not too late to make something special for your father! Check out these nifty ideas for super projects!Plaster reliefThis plaster mold can be tailored to any dad with objects that re... holiday gift Sat, 20 Jun 2009 15:33:39 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d20-Its-not-too-late-for-homemade-Fathers-Day-presents?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d4-Summer-camps-bring-out-creative-side?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner Several art camps include making pottery (Sarah Lewis)It may not be too late to register for some art camps this summer. Take a peek at these options and call around to see what's still available.ArtSmarts Studio Art Camp: This camp, for ages 7-14, ... event Thu, 04 Jun 2009 20:25:29 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d4-Summer-camps-bring-out-creative-side?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d1-Recycle-Scrabble-tiles-to-make-pendants?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner A variety of Scrabble tile pendants from HomeStudioInspired by the Indie Craft Experience this past weekend, I am planning to branch out and do different types of crafts, not only with my daughter, but on my own.I was browsing etsy.com for ideas and... jewelry Mon, 01 Jun 2009 21:07:56 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d1-Recycle-Scrabble-tiles-to-make-pendants?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d29-Indie-Craft-Experience-held-at-Centennial-Park?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner The Indie Craft Experience (ICE), scheduled this weekend, focuses on crafty creations from almost 100 vendors.In its ninth year, ICE has expanded to a two-day show in Centennial Olympic Park. DJ Zano is providing the tunes.In addition to all the craf... event Fri, 29 May 2009 07:50:32 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d29-Indie-Craft-Experience-held-at-Centennial-Park?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d26-Reuse-bottle-caps-as-refrigerator-magnets?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner Bottle cap magnets are great to hold up kids' artwork on yourrefrigerator (Lea Holland)Instead of just tossing those cola or beer bottle caps, use them as decoration on your fridge. Some of the beer companies have made very cool caps including Bell's... bottle cap Tue, 26 May 2009 17:59:36 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d26-Reuse-bottle-caps-as-refrigerator-magnets?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d10-Make-your-own-curtains-to-save-money-while-getting-exactly-what-you-want?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner A palm tree curtain hides the laundry room. (Lea Holland) When we moved into our home, the laundry room was hidden by vertical blinds. Not only were they noisy, they weren't easily opened or closed. This meant, generally, they were open, exposing th... sewing Sun, 10 May 2009 19:21:33 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d10-Make-your-own-curtains-to-save-money-while-getting-exactly-what-you-want?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d6-Shadowbox-makes-scrapbooking-3D?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner Wedding shadowbox (Lea Holland)If you like to scrapbook, you'll love to shadowbox.Creating a shadowbox is like having a 3-D scrapbook page hanging on your wall. Shadowboxes can commemorate a wedding, birth, anniversary or holiday.If there's an impor... scrapbook shadowbox Wed, 06 May 2009 21:28:00 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d6-Shadowbox-makes-scrapbooking-3D?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d3-Paper-crowns-fun-for-all-ages?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner Birthday crowns can be made for "children" of any age.(Lea Holland)Birthday crowns are perfect adornments for that special day once a year. And they can be enjoyed by birthday celebrants of any age!Supplies you'll need:construction papergl... construction paper Sun, 03 May 2009 21:36:55 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d3-Paper-crowns-fun-for-all-ages?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m4d28-First-Grateful-Dead-Tshirt-becomes-daughters-dress?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner My daughter in her fab new (old) dress (just ignore the stickers!).As promised, I finally followed "VegBee's" tutorial on how to make an adult concert T-shirt into a cutie-pie toddler dress.I mostly followed the tutorial, but I'm not an ex... sewing Tue, 28 Apr 2009 20:21:17 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5460-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m4d28-First-Grateful-Dead-Tshirt-becomes-daughters-dress?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Family-Crafts-Examiner