Munchkins and Mayhem

Munchkins & Mayhem

A Kids Crafts Blog

Monday, January 14, 2013

Antique Book Jewelry Box



Sincerely kinsley has a very clever idea for how to make a secret jewelry box out of an old book. This could easily be made more kid friendly using a more colorful book and cute and fun objects for the cover, or could be a great gift for the kids to give.

Good for ages 7 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://sincerelykinsey.blogspot.de/2012/03/jewelry-box-diy.html

Dreamcatcher Necklace



Rtr on campus shows you how to make a dream catcher necklace using a small metal ring, a ribbon, a bead, white thread, and a paper clip.

Good for ages 8 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://www.rtroncampus.com/2012/01/20/diy-dreamcatcher-jewelry/


Panda hall adds charms to the bottom.

Get the instructions here:
http://lc.pandahall.com/articles/2250-wire-wrapped-jewelry-design-on-how-to-make-a-dreamcather-necklace-with-turquoise-step-by-step.html

Sunday, January 13, 2013

Yarn Worm Book Marks


Impress your kids has a very cute yarn worm craft idea for how to make bookworm bookmarks using yarn and a popsicle stick. Unless you're a knitter you might want to try using a multicolored yarn to save money.

Good for ages 7 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://impressyourkids.org/craft-sticks-yarn-book-worms/

Mini Stationary Set




Blue purple and scarlet has the most adorable mini stationary set template. The secret is to use scrapbooking material. She shows many different theme ideas that any little letter writer will love.

Good for ages 9 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://bluepurpleandscarlett.com/2012/04/04/miniature-stationery-sets-with-template/

Saturday, January 12, 2013

DIY Hex Nut Bracelet


Of cats and crafts has a unique idea of turning hardware into a fun bracelet using hex nuts and jewelry cord and a few really good knots.

Good for ages 6 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://ofcatsandcrafts.blogspot.mx/2011/03/hex-nuts-part-2-bracelet.html

How to Make a Button Necklace



Craftwerk has a great way to make a button necklace. It's as simple as finding some adorable buttons and threading them onto a cord.

Good for ages 9 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://craftwerk.ee/trash-to-treasure-tutorials/adjustable-button-necklace

Friday, January 11, 2013

Pulley Bugs


Almost unschoolers has a fun way to combine a pulley and a paper bug craft project. She suggests hanging them on a doorknob and then using the pulley to help them climb the string. The trick is placing two straws correctly to get the bugs to climb.
Good for ages 6 and up.
Get the instructions here:
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