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 Thursday, February 09, 2012

A Candy Alternative Craft for Valentine's Day


I know it maybe hard for parents to keep their kids from filling up on tons of Valentine's Day candy. Well here is an alternate treat to candy you can give to your kids, and their friends. These Valentine Bubble Necklaces are so cute. I found this adorable kids craft from the blog, Stretching Your Budget. This is not only a healthier Valentine's Day option to give to your kids, but it is very affordable also. Click here to learn more on how this was made. You will also be able to grab the printable PDF so you can easily recreate this craft. We have an extra treat we would like to share with you. Here is the link to a free Valentine's Kids Craft Ebook. Discover tons of great crafts to make with your kids to celebrate this day of love.



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 Wednesday, February 08, 2012

Web Wednesday: Decoupage Glass Vase


Is it too early to begin thinking about spring? I don't think so. Here in Atlanta, where Plaid is located, our winter has not been that bad so I can't really complain. Winter is not over yet, so until spring does arrive officially, I will create crafts like this one to get in the mood. These decoupage glass vases are a simple, yet very nice craft to create. They not only make for a great project to make, but they can make for a good gift also. This is a perfect craft for tween or teens to make. They can easily create these vases, using Mod Podge. To get the instructions on how to make these vases, click here.


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 Tuesday, February 07, 2012

Tuesday Tutorial: Valentine Gift Tag



It’s a week until Valentine’s Day, and I know there must be some teachers still looking for some crafts, they can have their students create. Here is a great class craft project for kids to make. This Valentine Gift Tag, was designed by Cathie and Steve. It only requires a few supplies, including some Mod Podge and FolkArt Extreme Glitter. Enjoy!

 

PLAID Supplies

·       FolkArt ® Extreme Glitter™ - Red, 5 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Lipstick Red, 2 oz.

·       Mod Podge ® Matte, 8 oz.



Other Supplies
1 wood heart, 1 wood or chipboard tag, Decorative paper – 2 styles, Foam paint brushes, Ribbon, Hot glue gun or tacky glue, Paper flowers, and Rhinestones

Instructions

1.    Paint the wood heart red. Topcoat with 3 coats of Red Extreme Glitter. Allow to dry.

2.    Trace around the tag onto the decorative paper. Cut out the shape. Apply Mod Podge to the tag and the back of the paper. Place the paper on the tag. Apply more Mod Podge to the top, press with your finger until smooth. Apply more Mod Podge as necessary. Smooth your brush strokes.

3.    Cut a heat shape that is slightly larger than the wood heart. Glue the heart and paper flowers to the tag using Mod Podge.

4.    Once everything is dry, hot glue the heart in the center and add rhinestones. Tie a ribbon through the hole on the tag.

 

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