Tissue Paper Trees

A nation of moms uses twigs and smaller pieces of tissue paper for their version adding more branches.

Get the instructions here:
http://anationofmoms.com/2013/06/tissue-paper-tree-craft-for-kids.html

Our big earth draws on the tree trunk and branches and uses white and pink tissue balls to make the buds.

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Felt Acorn Owls

A fun project for all of the acorns underneath the oak tree, bkids shows how to make an owl by gluing  tiny pieces of felt eyes, beaks and wings onto an acorn.  She also makes a felt tree branch for them to rest upon.

Good for ages 9 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://bkids.typepad.com/bookhoucraftprojects/2010/11/tetx.html

Egg Carton Math

Transform an egg carton into a cute math game with kids activity blog.  Simply write numbers into the bottom of each cup, place two buttons into the carton, close and shake.  Kids can then add, subtract and/or multiply the number for a fun way to practice math facts.

Good for ages 4 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://kidsactivitiesblog.com/8779/make-your-own-math-games-egg-o

Paper Mache Leaves

Colorful fallen leaves are preserved with this detailed paper mache version from craft berry bush.  Yarn, glue and paper towel are her secrets to creating such a rich texture.

Good for ages 7 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://www.craftberrybush.com/2010/09/show-called-fall.html

Felt Pencil Case

A rectangle piece of felt is transformed into a pencil case with some strategic slits and ribbon.  Find the details on micasarevista.

Good for ages 9 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://www.micasarevista.com/manualidades-diy/estuche-lapices

Diy candy makes a bright yellow one.

Get the instructions here:
http://diycandy.com/2014/07/easy-hand-sewn-diy-pencil-case/

Tissue Paper Plate Wreath

Fall inspired colored tissue paper and glue turns into a simple autumn wreath with happy hooligans.

Good for ages 2 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://happyhooligans.ca/tissue-paper-fall-wreath/

Duct Tape Pencil Case

A ziploc bag is covered in colorful and patterned duct tape to make a really neat and functional pencil case.  Aunt peaches shares all of the details.

Good for ages 3 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://www.auntpeaches.com/2014/08/school-supply-makeover-with-tape.html

About family crafts makes her version just out of duct tape.

Get the instructions here:
http://aboutfamilycrafts.com/how-to-make-a-duct-tape-pencil-case/