Crafts by Amanda https://craftsbyamanda.com/ crafts for adults and kid's crafts Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:30:08 +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 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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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/easter-play-dough/feed/ 1 7 Cool Ways to Decorate Easter Eggs https://craftsbyamanda.com/7-cool-ways-to-decorate-easter-eggs/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/7-cool-ways-to-decorate-easter-eggs/#comments Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/2011/03/7-cool-ways-to-decorate-easter-eggs.html decorated easter eggsSee how you can decorate Easter eggs in beautiful and unique designs with these 7 different methods. These colored eggs are easy for kids and adults alike to create! Why we love this project Decorating Easter eggs is a fun tradition for many, and it’s not just for kids! We’ve experimented with lots of different... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/7-cool-ways-to-decorate-easter-eggs/feed/ 42 2026 Printable Calendar https://craftsbyamanda.com/2026-printable-calendar/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/2026-printable-calendar/#respond Thu, 26 Mar 2026 18:00:29 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=172193 Stacked printable calendar designsKeep track of your plans, birthdays, or due dates with this free 2026 printable calendar featuring colorful, vibrant flowers. Why we love these printables I know we are a couple of months late getting this out to you, but there’s never a bad time for a fresh start to the new year and a blank... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/2026-printable-calendar/feed/ 0 Cardboard Tube Chicks https://craftsbyamanda.com/cardboard-tube-chicks/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/cardboard-tube-chicks/#comments Tue, 24 Mar 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/2011/03/cardboard-tube-chicks.html These adorable cardboard tube chicks are an easy kid’s craft tutorial for spring or Easter. All you need is a cardboard tube, paint, and pipe cleaners. Cardboard Tube Chick Tutorial This is a fun craft for Easter and for spring as well. It’s also part of my cardboard tube farm series! Make these cute toilet... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/cardboard-tube-chicks/feed/ 34 DIY Easter Egg Wreath https://craftsbyamanda.com/easter-egg-wreath/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/easter-egg-wreath/#respond Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=27947 With pretty pastel colors and a natural grapevine wreath, this simple DIY Easter egg wreath idea is the perfect way to welcome spring. Use any leftover plastic eggs with our printable Easter Scavenger Hunt! Easter Egg Wreath Tutorial A pretty Easter egg wreath is the sweetest adornment for your front door. Easter is absolutely one... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/easter-egg-wreath/feed/ 0 10 Tips for Coloring Eggs with Toddlers https://craftsbyamanda.com/10-tips-coloring-eggs-toddlers/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/10-tips-coloring-eggs-toddlers/#comments Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=7530 Do you have little ones at home, and you’re ready to color some Easter eggs? There are a few things to consider that will make things easier for coloring eggs with toddlers and preschoolers, and more fun for all. Coloring Easter Eggs with Toddlers and Preschoolers Easter is a fun and colorful time for little... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/10-tips-coloring-eggs-toddlers/feed/ 2 Wood Burning Nature Designs https://craftsbyamanda.com/wood-burning-nature-designs/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/wood-burning-nature-designs/#respond Sun, 15 Mar 2026 16:41:39 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=172199 3 wood burning desigsnI remember when I was a little girl, my older brother had a wood burning set. I was fascinated by all the cool designs he used to create, but I only tried it once back then. He showed me how to do it, and that was that. I made one and never did it again…... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/wood-burning-nature-designs/feed/ 0 Rainbow Crafts for Kids https://craftsbyamanda.com/rainbow-crafts-for-kids/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/rainbow-crafts-for-kids/#respond Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=17460 Rainbow Crafts for Kids for St. Patrick's Day!Kids love rainbow crafts, especially during springtime! So we’ve gathered 30 of the Best Rainbow Crafts for Kids that we could find for a rainy day or St. Patrick’s Day craft inspiration! Rainbow Crafts for Kids We found a bunch of rainbow crafts using a variety of different materials – paper, felt, found objects, beads, tissue... Go To project

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