Crafts by Amanda https://craftsbyamanda.com/ crafts for adults and kid's crafts Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:00:01 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://craftsbyamanda.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/favicon-97x97.png Crafts by Amanda https://craftsbyamanda.com/ 32 32 How to Make Lavender Soap https://craftsbyamanda.com/how-to-make-lavender-soap/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/how-to-make-lavender-soap/#respond Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=31146 lavender soap wrapped in brown paperLearning how to make lavender soap at home is easy. The scent of lavender is so relaxing, you may find you want to keep them for yourself instead of giving them away as gifts as you intended! Just be sure to make extra soap for yourself. Why this project works These DIY lavender soaps are... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/how-to-make-lavender-soap/feed/ 0 Plastic Spoon Bugs on a Branch https://craftsbyamanda.com/plastic-spoon-craft-bugs-branch/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/plastic-spoon-craft-bugs-branch/#comments Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=8108 Make these adorable plastic spoon bugs with the kids. A great kid's craft for summer, a classroom display, or just for fun!These adorable plastic spoon bugs on a branch are an excellent school activity or project to do at home with the kids to welcome in spring and summer! Why we love this project Summertime means flowers, animals foraging, and plenty of bugs. This plastic spoon bugs on a branch is a fun kid’s craft to... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/plastic-spoon-craft-bugs-branch/feed/ 28 Field of Lime Flowers https://craftsbyamanda.com/field-of-lime-flowers/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/field-of-lime-flowers/#respond Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:10:04 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=172275 This painting was something I made last summer. I have quite a collection of saved project ideas and inspiration, and one of them was a field of round flowers. I had recently invested in a dehydrator, so I though, why not? I had saved the container (crate, box, ?) that a neon sign came in... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/field-of-lime-flowers/feed/ 0 Spring Scavenger Hunt https://craftsbyamanda.com/spring-scavenger-hunt/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/spring-scavenger-hunt/#comments Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=33504 spring scavenger hunt sheetKeep the kids busy outdoors whether your hiking, camping, or going on a nature walk with this free printable spring scavenger hunt! Why we love these printables The bees are buzzing and the flowers are in full bloom, now is the time to get out of the house to stretch your legs and explore what... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/spring-scavenger-hunt/feed/ 1 Bottle Cap Flower https://craftsbyamanda.com/bottle-cap-flower/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/bottle-cap-flower/#comments Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=10049 How to Make an adorable and rustic Bottle Cap Flower by Amanda Formaro, Crafts by AmandaTurn old bottle caps into a rustic bottle cap flower to display in potted plants or right in your garden. Safe to leave outside too! Bottle Cap Flower Craft This bottle cap flower project was born from one of my craft books, Button Mania: Buttons, Bottlecaps and Beyond!, which is available now on Amazon! I save bottle caps,... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/bottle-cap-flower/feed/ 23 Earth Day Craft: Mosaic Earth https://craftsbyamanda.com/earth-day-craft-mosaic-earth/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/earth-day-craft-mosaic-earth/#comments Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=4602 Earth Day Craft: Mosaic Earth by CraftsbyAmanda.com @amandaformaroTeach the kids the importance of our beautiful planet while creating a fun construction paper mosaic Earth craft. Mosaic Earth Day Craft April is Earth Month and the 22nd of April is Earth Day. Earth month is a great time to talk to children about taking care of our Earth and being mindful of what... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/earth-day-craft-mosaic-earth/feed/ 7 Tulip Wreath https://craftsbyamanda.com/tulip-wreath/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/tulip-wreath/#comments Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=32925 tulip wreathA bright, cheery Tulip Wreath will add life to your front door. All you’ll need are 4 different supplies to create a beautiful statement piece for spring. Why we love this project A tulip wreath makes a lovely front door adornment for spring and Easter. Its colorful tulips make the early days of the rain-filled... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/tulip-wreath/feed/ 11 How to Knit a Coffee Cozy https://craftsbyamanda.com/coffee-cozy/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/coffee-cozy/#comments Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=18104 How to Knit a Coffee Cozy!See how to make an adorable knitted coffee cozy to keep your drinks snug and warm. Because coffee cups need hugs too, right? Pair your coffee cozy up with a coffee mug and a DIY Mother’s Day card that you can print off from home and you have a great gift for mom! How to Knit... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/coffee-cozy/feed/ 2 How to Start a Fairy Garden https://craftsbyamanda.com/how-to-start-a-fairy-garden/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/how-to-start-a-fairy-garden/#comments Fri, 03 Apr 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=9956 How to Start a Fairy Garden - Amanda Formaro, Crafts by AmandaLearn how to start a fairy garden of your own! Our fairy garden is made from a simple inexpensive wooden birdhouse and natural materials. Starting a Fairy Garden In April of 2015 I moved into a studio space. In May I planted a ton of flowers in the planter boxes under my windows. However, the... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/how-to-start-a-fairy-garden/feed/ 117 Easter Play Dough https://craftsbyamanda.com/easter-play-dough/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/easter-play-dough/#comments Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=32994 Our easy Easter play dough recipe only takes 6 ingredients and a few minutes to make. You’ll be rolling, stamping, and playing with your play dough in no time. Why we love this project We love our Slime, Doughs, and Clays around here. There’s just something about a fun, pliable dough project that provides hours... Go To project

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