Crafts by Amanda https://craftsbyamanda.com/ crafts for adults and kid's crafts Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:30:16 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.4 https://craftsbyamanda.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/favicon-97x97.png Crafts by Amanda https://craftsbyamanda.com/ 32 32 How to Make Homemade Floam https://craftsbyamanda.com/how-to-make-homemade-floam/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/how-to-make-homemade-floam/#comments Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=15504 How to Make Homemade FloamDIY slime is quite the hot topic right now. It’s a super fun way to keep kids occupied when it’s too hot or too cold to be outside. Floam is slime that has tiny little foam balls added to it, giving it a fun texture that kids love. I’m going to show you how to... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/how-to-make-homemade-floam/feed/ 12 Colorful Baking Soda and Vinegar Reaction https://craftsbyamanda.com/baking-soda-and-vinegar-reaction/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/baking-soda-and-vinegar-reaction/#comments Tue, 25 Aug 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=29585 green bubbles in a cupTeaching kids about chemical reactions doesn’t have to be limited to science class. This fun and colorful experiment shows the baking soda and vinegar reaction that happens when these two ingredients are combined. Why this project is a hit The best part about this little kitchen science experiment is that children can be involved from... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/baking-soda-and-vinegar-reaction/feed/ 1 Fairy House Night Lights https://craftsbyamanda.com/plastic-bottle-fairy-house-night-lights/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/plastic-bottle-fairy-house-night-lights/#comments Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=11396 Turn empty plastic water bottles into adorable little fairy houses that double as night lights! Fun for a child's room or a nursery, or even the garden.How much do your kids really know about recycling? Before I show you how to make these cute fairy house night lights, let’s talk about teaching kids to recycle. I know when I was growing up it wasn’t a big part of our daily lives like it is today. Kids learn about recycling at home... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/plastic-bottle-fairy-house-night-lights/feed/ 25 Sunflower Wreath https://craftsbyamanda.com/sunflower-wreath/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/sunflower-wreath/#comments Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=34120 sunflower wreathThis beautiful sunflower wreath is made with brown, yellow, and green burlap. A statement piece like this on your front door can easily transition from summer to fall! Why we love this project Bright and cheery with a touch of rustic charm, this sunflower wreath is a beautiful piece to hang both indoors or outdoors.... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/sunflower-wreath/feed/ 4 Cardboard Tube Jellyfish https://craftsbyamanda.com/cardboard-tube-jellyfish/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/cardboard-tube-jellyfish/#comments Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=11821 Turn an ordinary cardboard roll into this adorable cardboard tube jellyfish! A fun ocean themed kid's craft that's perfect for summer.With summer here and the Dory movie in theaters, I thought some more beach crafts for kids would be fun. That’s why this cardboard tube jellyfish came to be, isn’t he the cutest?? It’s as easy as recycling a cardboard tube and using a foam ball. Cardboard Tube Jellyfish I’ve always loved the animals of... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/cardboard-tube-jellyfish/feed/ 2 Bleeding Tissue Paper – Birds on Canvas https://craftsbyamanda.com/bleeding-tissue-paper-birds-canvas/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/bleeding-tissue-paper-birds-canvas/#comments Tue, 11 Aug 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=11174 Bleeding Tissue Paper Birds on Canvas - that's right, no paint was used to make this piece of wall art! Use bleeding tissue paper and water to create beautiful designs, like this birds on a branch canvas wall art.This beautiful bleeding tissue paper birds on canvas doesn’t actually use any paint at all to get that pretty watercolor effect! All you need is what’s called “bleeding tissue paper” and a canvas to make your own! Why we love this project First off, please don’t panic. I didn’t paint a picture of bleeding birds.... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/bleeding-tissue-paper-birds-canvas/feed/ 37 Magic Milk Experiment https://craftsbyamanda.com/colorful-kitchen-experiment-for-kids/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/colorful-kitchen-experiment-for-kids/#comments Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/2011/03/colorful-kitchen-experiment-for-kids.html girl putting a q-tip into dish with milk and food coloringThis cool magic milk experiment is fun to do and you likely have everything you need on hand. Got milk? Food coloring and dish soap? Then you are all set to do this colorful kitchen experiment! Why this experiment works This magic milk experiment uses the simplest of ingredients and I’m going to bet you... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/colorful-kitchen-experiment-for-kids/feed/ 33 Cactus Painted Rocks https://craftsbyamanda.com/cactus-painted-rocks/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/cactus-painted-rocks/#respond Tue, 04 Aug 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=32539 cactus painted rocks in a clay potRock painting is one of our favorite things. If you’re like me, you find it challenging to keep houseplants alive. That’s why these cactus painted rocks are the perfect addition to my home decor! Why we love this project I find rock painting soothing and relaxing. Put on your favorite tunes, line your work surface,... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/cactus-painted-rocks/feed/ 0 Seashell Wine Charms https://craftsbyamanda.com/seashell-wine-charms/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/seashell-wine-charms/#respond Fri, 31 Jul 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=18928 Make these gorgeous seashell wine charms for your next beach-themed party. You can personalize your wine charms for summer any way you like!Dress up your guests’ wine glasses for the summer! Seashell wine charms take minutes to make, but they are sure to be a conversation starter at your beach party or backyard barbecue.  Why we love this project Use seashells (or even sea glass) you find while beach combing, or purchase seashells online or from the... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/seashell-wine-charms/feed/ 0 Marshmallow Edible Paint https://craftsbyamanda.com/marshmallow-edible-paint/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/marshmallow-edible-paint/#comments Tue, 28 Jul 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=16122 This colorful marshmallow edible paint takes minutes to whip up and can be used to decorate cookies, marshmallows, bread, and even plain old paper.This colorful marshmallow edible paint takes minutes to whip up and can be used to decorate cookies, marshmallows, bread, and even plain old paper (maybe even making this footprint penguin art?) Why we love this project Kids and grown-ups alike can use this yummy marshmallow edible paint to decorate cookies or use the mixture as... Go To project

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