Yarn Wrapped Stone Necklace

Colorful yarn can transform even a simple outside stone into a unique necklace with this diy jewelry project from quiet lion creations.

Good for ages 7 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://quietlioncreations.blogspot.com/2015/04/ecuador-necklaces-diy.html

American Indian Stick Game

This is a really easy game with a creative and cultural component.  Cindy derosier shares the instructions and how kids can make the game their own by finding nice smooth pebbles and decorating the sticks.  Two easy components from nature to create a fun game.

Good for ages 5 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://www.cindyderosier.com/2014/06/native-american-stick-game.html

Memorable Stepping Stones

Make handmade stepping stones even more special by adding objects the kids are currently interested in.  Hello wonderful adds small plastic trinkets such as dinosaurs to her version to give kids a time capsule for the garden.

Good for ages 4 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://www.hellowonderful.co/post/DIY-STEPPING-STONES

Painted Insect Stones

Smooth pebbles become bees, ladybugs and other colorful insects by simply applying paint.  Lu bird baby shares all of the details.

Good for ages 8 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://www.lubirdbaby.com/2010/03/painted-rocks.html

Hand Print Stepping Stone

A stepping stone is made special for Mother's Day with colored beads, a hand print and the month and year.  Schoolbox shares all of the details.

Good for ages 6 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://newsletter.schoolbox.com/2011/03/29/mothers-day-craft-garden-stepping-stone/