Happy Monday. St. Patrick’s Day is less than a month away. Here is a great craft that tweens and teens can create. Get them in the spirit of this holiday, by having them create this St. Patty’s Necklace. One of the supplies in this project is Mod Podge. In case you didn’t know, Mod Podge can be used in several different craft projects, including jewelry crafts. This is a simple project that is tons of fun.

Other Supplies

Clear jumbo gem (found in the floral section at craft stores), St. Patty's Day paper, Green felt, Small silver eyescrew, Epoxy gel, Silkies black cord, 6 mm jump ring, Scissors, 1/4" flat brush

Instructions

1.   Cut out circle with clover in the center. Mod Podge to the back of the gem, face up.

2.   Using the epoxy gel, glue the eye screw to the top of the back. Cut out circle from felt and mod podge it to back of gem to hide the eyescrew.

3.   Add the jump ring and then feed the cord through.

It is never too early to begin teaching kids the importance of recycling. A great way to do this is by showing them how they can make something from recycled goods. Here is a great project that displays this. This recycled paper bracelet is a great project to have them create. The bracelet was designed by, Cathie and Steve.

PLAID Supplies

·       Mod Podge ® Matte, 16 oz.

Other Supplies

Cardboard from a Cracker Box, Ruler and Pencil, Scissors, Scrapbook, Paper, Foam Paintbrush, 25” Ribbon for Ties, Scrap Ribbon, Glue,
Paper Flowers, and Buttons

Instructions

1.    Using a ruler, pencil and scissors, cut the cardboard in a rectangle shape that measures 1.5” x 5”.  Cut the scrapbook paper to 3.5” x 5”.

2.    Apply the paper to the cardboard with Mod Podge. Coat the back of the paper with Mod Podge. Center the paper over the cardboard rectangle.  Press to secure. Wrap the ends of the paper around to the back of the cardboard. Press and overlap the ends. Top coat both sides with a coat of Mod Podge. Use your fingers to press out any air bubbles. Smooth your brushstrokes. Allow to dry. Bend a gentle curve in the bracelet. 

3.    Cut the 25” piece of ribbon in half. Glue each piece to the ends of the cardboard. Glue scrap ribbons around the ends of the cardboard.

4.    Add flower embellishments to the bracelet. Using glue attach the flowers to the top center of the bracelet. Add a button to the center.

5.    To wear, wrap around your wrist and tie the ribbons into a bow.