Munchkins and Mayhem

Munchkins & Mayhem

A Kids Crafts Blog

Thursday, June 14, 2012

How to Make a Washer Necklace


Simple washers from the hardware store get dressed up in numerous ways.  Find a method that works for you with these easy diy tutorials.


Creations by kara has a unique idea for making a really simple, yet really cute necklace. All you need is a washer, scrap booking paper, glue, ribbon or cord, and a tiny bead.

Good for ages 8 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://www.creationsbykara.com/2011/07/washer-necklace-tutorial.html



Design mom uses embroidery thread, fastening it with a knot.

Get the instructions here:
http://www.designmom.com/2013/05/big-small-diy-wrapped-washer-necklaces/ 



Small for big uses nail polish to make bright colorful ones.

Get the instructions here:
http://smallforbig.com/2013/06/diy-washer-necklaces-2.html 



We made that colors them with stripes and polka dots.

Get the instructions here:
http://we-made-that.com/diy-washer-necklace/


Dream a little bigger makes a marbleized version.

Get the instructions here:
http://www.dreamalittlebigger.com/post/marbled-washer-necklaces.html 


Parents uses nail polish too.

Get the instructions here:
http://www.parents.com/fun/arts-crafts/kid/gifts-kids-can-make/#page=5 



House of joyful noise adds a nut to make a more masculine version.

Get the instructions here:
http://houseofjoyfulnoise.com/boys-hardware-accessories/

Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Card Board Box Car Creations



Declutter organize repurpose has several really creative ideas for how to take a cardboard box and make it into a toy including a gas pump, a car, a refrigerator, doll bed, castle and even a shape sorter for  toddlers. 

Get the instructions here:
http://declutterorganizerepurpose.wordpress.com/2011/02/28/repurpose-cardboard-boxes-into-kid-craftstoys/

Five little chefs shares a tutorial for how to make cardboard box cars too.

Get the instructions here:
http://www.fivelittlechefs.com/2013/05/cardboard-box-cars.html 



Not just a housewife decorates her car exterior too.

Get the instructions here:
http://www.notjustahousewife.net/2012/07/cardboard-cars-for-a-homemade-drive-in-theater.html


Laugh paint create makes a wearable cardboard car by adding straps.

Get the instructions here:
http://laughpaintcreate.blogspot.com/2010/10/creative-cars.html


Mum bo jumbo has doily wheels.

Get the instructions here:
http://mum-bo-jumbo.com/cardboard-box-car/


The merry though makes a camper with duct tape.

Get the instructions here:
http://themerrythought.com/diy/diy-cardboard-camper-playhouse/

Tuesday, June 12, 2012

DIY Magazine Coil Coasters


Saved by love creations has a do it yourself coaster project using colorful magazine pages.  All you need are glossy magazines and glue.

Good for ages 10 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://savedbylovecreations.com/2011/09/coiled-magazine-page-round-coasters.html

Monday, June 11, 2012

Tin Foil Toadstools


Filth wizardry takes aluminum foil and turns it into toadstools.  All you need is some foil and paint and imagination.

Good for ages 5 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://www.filthwizardry.com/2010/03/aluminium-foil-fairy-circle.html

Sunday, June 10, 2012

Free Military Vehicle Printable Toys


HP has print outs and folding instructions for three military 3D printables including a tank, jeep and helicopter.

Good for ages 8 and up.

Get the templates tere:
http://h30393.www3.hp.com/printing/app/us/en/tg_military_vehicle-landing.aspx


Papermau has several different trucks to make such as an Anti-Aircraft Truck, a Cargo Truck, a Personnel Carrier Truck and a Covered Truck.

Get the templates here:
http://papermau.blogspot.com/2013/02/easy-to-build-military-vehicles-by_19.html


Saturday, June 9, 2012

How to Make a Terrarium


My calico skies shows step-by-step how to make a terrarium using a jar, rocks, plants, soil, and charcoal.

Good for ages 7 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://mycalicoskies.blogspot.com/2012/02/terrarium-diy.html

Disney's family also has a terrarium project. However theirs calls for active carbon which is sold in pet stores. It helps prevent the earthy odors.

Get the instructions here:
http://familyfun.go.com/crafts/terrific-terrarium-1024894/

The enchanted tree has a terrarium idea as well using moss, glass jars, soil, charcoal, gravel and cute decorative toadstools.
Get the instructions here:
http://theenchantedtree.blogspot.com/2011/02/moss-gardens-in-jar.html


Transient expression makes a dessert version.

Get the instructions here:
http://transientexpression.com/diy-desert-terrarium/ 


Art projects for kids uses grass seed inside a cd case.

Get the instructions here:
http://www.artprojectsforkids.org/2014/03/worlds-skinniest-terrarium.html 


5 orange potatoes puts hers into a globe to hang.

Get the instructions here:
http://www.5orangepotatoes.com/blog/2009/09/25/shakespeare-for-kids-shakespeare-globe-terrariums/


Parents uses paper and plastic cups.

Get the instructions here:
http://www.parents.com/fun/arts-crafts/kid/crafts-made-from-paper-plates-cups/?page=6#page=6


Our big earth adds moss and things that grow near moss.

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Engineer mommy grows clovers.

Get the instructions here:
http://engineermommy.com/2015/diy-easy-terrarium/

Friday, June 8, 2012

Outdoor Scavenger Hunt







Take the kids outside for a fun walk and find and seek activity with one of these nature scavenger hunts.


The taylor house has a cute list for an outdoor scavenger hunt that all kids should be able to find.  Item includes objects such as a beautiful rock and two different type of leaves.

Good for ages 3 and up.

Get the list here:
http://www.thetaylor-house.com/2012/03/nature-scavenger-hunt-for-kids.html


Three ladybugs play adds adorable signs to their scavenger hunt helping the kids with clues along their way.

Get the instructions here:
http://threeladybugsplay.com/2013/09/30/imaginative-play-in-the-forest/ 


Chicca and jo share a free downloadable list with 15 items for the kids to find.

Get the instructions here:
http://www.chicaandjo.com/2010/07/12/nature-scavenger-hunt/ 



Nurture store writes her version on the ground with chalk.  The kids then collect each item and bring over to its circle.

Get the instructions here:
http://nurturestore.co.uk/kids-gardening-activities-chalk


Pure cotton grass  uses a journal and has kids write in their findings.

Get the instructions here:
http://purecottongrass.com/diy-nature-treasure-hunt
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