Ribbon Bead Bracelet

NV craft envy takes pearl beads and threads a ribbon through them for a unique bracelet.

Good for ages 8 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://nv-craftenvy.blogspot.com/2010/04/pearls-and-ribbon-bracelet.html

Panda hall uses shiny elastic thread.

Get the instructions here:
http://lc.pandahall.com/articles/2294-how-to-make-white-pearl-beaded-macrame-bracelets-with-memory-wire-and-blue-nylon-thread.html

Another version from panda hall.

Bottle Cap Turtles

Inna's creations shares a turtle template.  She then adds a bottle cap shell for cute little turtle pets.

Good for ages 3 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://increations.blogspot.ca/2008/10/turtles-out-of-bottle-caps.html

Mama jenn uses q-tips, paint and googly eyes for her version.  She even makes hand drawn habitats.

Get the instructions here:
http://mamajenn.com/blog/2011/06/bottle-top-turtles.html

Finger Paint Spelling Practice

Scribble doodle and draw shares a fantastic way to practice for spelling tests.  She pours colorful paint into ziploc bags and gives kids a q-tip to write with. 

Good for ages 4 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://scribbledoodleanddraw.blogspot.ca/2012/12/squeezing-in-some-fun.html

Duct Tape Envelopes

Brit co turns duct tape into stylish envelopes with separate exterior and interior liners.

Good for ages 8 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://www.brit.co/a-new-spin-on-stationery-diy-duct-tape-envelopes/

Florescent Sensory Paste

Sensory play is more than just about touch with this florescent paint mixture from growing a jeweled rose.  She adds water and corn starch to give this sensory paste a visually engaging experience as well.

Good for ages 2 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://www.growingajeweledrose.com/2013/03/glowing-recipes.html

I Spy Coloring Pages

Just something I made shares free printable I Spy coloring sheets. 

Good for ages 4 and up.

Get the template here:
http://justsomethingimade.com/2010/02/i-spy-blogging-with-child/

Painted Monster Stones

Cocoa bean turns smooth pebbles into silly monsters using paint, makers and googly eyes.  The eyes could be drawn on as well.

Good for ages 5 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://www.cocoa-bean.co.uk/users/blog/half-term-entertainment/

Coastal ways adds magnets to her version.

Get the instructions here:
http://coastalways.blogspot.com/2012/08/rock-monsters-pebble-magnet-tutorial.html