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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. …

You’re going to love these adorable Handprint Elephants. Perfect for any animal lover, your kids are going to love crafting their own elephant friend, and you’re going to love the family time together crafting! Handprint Elephant My kids absolutely love animal crafts. We almost have a handprint zoo over here in our house! After making a Handprint Flamingo, Handprint Cow and Handprint Butterfly, my kids were dying to make a Handprint Elephant, a favorite animal around our house. It was a huge hti and we can’t wait to share this craft with you! This adorable Handprint Elephant is perfect if …

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 …

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 …

Flower pot crafts for kids are the perfect way for your kids to merge their love for art and gardening into one. Once created, these fun flower pot crafts can be used as gifts or decorations or to grow seeds and small plants. These crafts are fun to make and help create a sense of responsibility as they care for the plant that lives within their craft project. There are endless ideas and possibilities when it comes to flower pot crafts for kids. Benefits of Flower Pot Crafts for Kids There are so many benefits to introducing your kids to …

Mindfulness crafts for kids are the perfect way for your kids to explore their creative side while developing their mindfulness techniques. These types can be as simple as you wish or super complex, involving several materials and different types of art media. Mindfulness crafts for kids help them focus on the present, increase self-awareness, and help reduce stress and anxiety. While kids work on different mindfulness crafts, they can develop more patience, create a calm space, and stay centered. Get ready to explore some of our favorite mindfulness crafts for kids. What is mindful art for kids? Mindful art is …