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Paper Bag Chipmunk Craft

Chipmunk template next to two completed brown chipmunk puppets on white background with light pink border

Go nuts for this Paper Bag Chipmunk! These little rodents are so cute and cuddly looking, but having one as a pet is out of the question. Now your kids can fulfill all their dreams by playing with this puppet version! Paper Bag Chipmunk Chip and Dale, Alvin and the Chipmunks, and Chip from Enchanted – all of these little chipmunks are beloved in my family. Making a chipmunk puppet was an obvious choice! I love how quickly this project comes together. There are only a few pieces, and most are big enough for my kids to cut out on …

Easter is such a fun time our year and this Egg Ornament is the perfect way to get your family in the holiday spirit. They’re going to love having a decoration that they made displayed in their own home. Egg Ornament Easter is one of my favorite holidays. It’s all pastel colors and candy! I love the feeling of Spring in the air. I am all about holidays! I love doing seasonal crafts with my kids, so I knew I needed an Egg craft for them this year. This Egg Ornament was such a hit, especially for my older kids. …

Looking to add a little cuteness to your books? Look no further than this adorable Peacock Bookmark. With a few simple steps, you will have this fun bookmark ready to mark your spot in your favorite book. Peacock Bookmark In our house, we love to read. Each night the kids get to pick a book to read with mom. Sometimes it is the same book night after night, but other times we are reading 5 books at a time. This causes a bookmark shortage in our house! That is why we love bookmark crafts so much! We love our kangaroo …

Get ready to show off your animal smarts with our Animals the Start With with the letter E! Share your knowledge with friends and family at the next trivia party or family gathering. Commonly Known Animals That Start With E Check out these animals that start with the letter E and some cool facts about each animal. If you love learning about animals be sure to check out our animals that start with L. Eagle Did you know that Eagles are the largest bird on the planet? The most common in the United States is the Bald Eagle. An Eagle …

Need an animal that starts with J but can not get past the commonly known ones? We have you covered! Our 130 animals that begin with J will give you ideas for projects, and research, or even help you impress your friends with these facts. Commonly Known Animals That Begin With J There are so many animals that begin with J that we know and don’t know right off the top of our heads. Check out this list with some fun facts about each animal. If you are looking for more animal facts be sure to check out our animals that …

Learn how to make a cute and simple origami koala bookmark in this easy step-by-step tutorial that’s perfect for all ages! Origami Koala Bookmark Koalas are just such cute little animals. Their little faces and fuzzy bodies are irresistible! I love how this little guy hugs the pages of your book so you don’t lose a spot. He’s such a cute reading companion! Folding origami is great for fine motor skills, and this koala is not complicated! Even a beginner will find this project easy to follow. My kids were so excited to follow the steps and end up with …

Elf puppet template and finished red elf on the shelf puppet craft

Every year, my kids are so excited for the appearance of their Elf on the Shelf. They love seeing the antics he gets up to in the days before Christmas. However, everyone knows that touching the elf means he will lose his magic! Help your kids make this cute Elf on the Shelf Paper Bag Puppet that they can play with to their heart’s content! They might make up their own mischievous scenarios for him! Elf on the Shelf Paper Bag Puppet Paper Bag Puppets are some of my favorite crafts. A stack of paper bags is very inexpensive and …

Square brown sheet of paper with arrow pointing to two completed origami chickens on white background with brown border

What can you make with a single sheet of paper and no glue, scissors or anything else? Origami! This Origami Chicken is the perfect project for the origami novice. Most of the folds are very simple, and the pictures make it easy to follow the instructions. Origami Chicken Origami is an ancient art form that has spread around the world. Folding intricate figures is an acquired skill, but one nearly anyone can master! I love carrying around a pack of origami paper to pull out whenever we’re waiting somewhere or if we just need a few minutes of entertainment! All …

With a few simple steps, you can transform your barren bathroom into something special with this funny and easy-to-make craft project! Learn how to make your very own Toilet Paper Llama today. Toilet Paper Roll Llama Are your little ones crying out for something fun to do? Look no further than this easy and oh-so-cute Toilet Paper Roll Llama Craft! This craft is perfect for a wide range of ages. Not only will this toilet paper roll craft be great to keep your kids busy it will also help develop color recognition skills in younger kids, but older kids can …

Get ready to swim into some fun with our handprint fish papercraft. This papercraft is even better than the real thing! Easy to take care of and with no smelly tank to clean, your kids will want to create a whole school of fish. Get your paper and scissors ready, and let’s dive right in! Handprint Fish My kids love anything to do with the ocean, and with our free template and easy-to-follow steps, their handprint fish will come to life in no time. This craft is perfect for doing after a visit to an aquarium or the beach. With …