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 Monday, March 11, 2013

Monday Funday: Paper Wrapped Easter Eggs



Can you believe that Easter is only a few weeks away? It comes early this year, but there is still plenty of time to get crafty. One of the most popular Easter projects for kids to create are Easter eggs. Kids will love making paper wrapped Easter eggs with strips of paper and Mod Podge. Cathie and Steve created this paper wrapped egg using our special Mod Podge Wash Out formula. This formula is special because it is kid friendly. If they accidentally spill some on their clothes, it washes right out. Below are all the supplies you will need below, along with their instructions.

 

PLAID Supplies


·       Plaid ® Hot Glue Gun Helpers

·       Mod Podge ® Wash Out For Kids, 8 oz.


Other Supplies

Easter egg shape (plastic/wood or real)
Foam paintbrush
Scrapbook paper
Scissors
Bird nest
moss
Hot glue

Instructions


1. Cut the sheet of scrapbook paper into 1/4” strips.  Apply Mod Podge to the back and front of the strip, position one end on the egg and begin wrapping the egg with the strip in a random pattern.  Repeat the process until the entire egg is covered.  Allow to dry.

2. Hot glue a palm-full of moss to the center of the nest.  Hot glue the egg into the nest.

PROJECT TIP:  Add a touch of glitter by top coating the egg with Sparkle Mod Podge.


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 Friday, March 08, 2013

Freelance Friday: Little Easter Egg-Heads


What do you get when you combine Mod Podge Photo Transfer plus Mod Podge Extreme Glitter? You get the most sparkle-tastic Easter kids craft. Check out these little Easter egg-heads. How amazing are they? Easter comes early this year and here is a quick and easy project your kids are sure to love. Alexis from Jacolyn Murphy created these eggs. This would make a great weekend project at home, or something to create in Sunday school. To find a full list of supplies you will need, along with their instructions click here.



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 Thursday, March 07, 2013

Teaching Thursdays: Easter Flower Pots



Bring in the spring season with these adorable bunny and chick pots. The creative team here at Plaid designed these Easter pots using several Apple Barrel paints. These pots would be great for kids to store yummy candies or a few decorated eggs inside. The vibrant colors used throughout are sure to catch anyone’s attention and will be a hit at your upcoming Easter egg hunt. This project is an intermediate level craft, however it is one where your kids can definitely lend a helping hand. To recreate this project you will need all the supplies listed below, and click here to see the complete instructions.

 

PLAID Supplies


·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Fuchsia, 2 oz.

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - White, 2 oz.

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Bright Yellow, 2 oz.

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Light Pink, 2 oz.

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Harvest Orange, 2 oz.

 

Other Supplies
Foam plate for paints 1 ¾” foam spouncer brush Scissors Pencil Black fine tip permanent marker Lo-temp glue gun #2 round paintbrush ¾” flat paintbrush 4” high clay pot for each design For bunny: Two 23mm wiggle eyes White and pink craft foam For Chick: Two 15mm wiggle eyes Yellow bump chenille stems Orange craft foam

 


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