Crafts by Amanda https://craftsbyamanda.com/ crafts for adults and kid's crafts Tue, 19 May 2026 12:30:06 +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 Paper Plate Ladybugs Craft https://craftsbyamanda.com/paper-plate-lady-bugs/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/paper-plate-lady-bugs/#comments Tue, 19 May 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/2010/03/paper-plate-lady-bugs.html paper plate ladybugsKids will love making these adorable paper plate ladybugs this spring and summer using colorful paint, paper plates, felt, and googly eyes. Why we love this project This paper plate ladybug craft is perfect as a summer camp activity or as a classroom project. You could also easily work it into a homeschool lesson on... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/paper-plate-lady-bugs/feed/ 38 Painted Rock Garden Markers https://craftsbyamanda.com/painted-rock-garden-markers/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/painted-rock-garden-markers/#comments Fri, 15 May 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=5181 These beautiful rock garden markers have been painted with special outdoor paint. They look beautiful in the garden - get the instructions to make your own!These rock garden markers are easy to make and look so beautiful in the garden! In fact, for me anyway, painting rocks for the garden is very relaxing! Use your rock garden markers to identify herbs, vegetables, and flowers. Painted Rock Garden Markers I have made several garden crafts over the years, and I’m especially fond... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/painted-rock-garden-markers/feed/ 88 A Watering Can That Pours Crystals https://craftsbyamanda.com/watering-can-pours-crystals/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/watering-can-pours-crystals/#comments Tue, 12 May 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=5632 A Watering Can That Pours CrystalsMy neighbor and good friend, Debra, made this wonderful DIY yard art from an old watering can and hanging crystals from an old chandelier. The light from the sun reflects off of the crystals, making it shine brilliantly. Watering Can That Pours Crystals This watering can is the perfect whimsical garden decoration. It would look gorgeous... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/watering-can-pours-crystals/feed/ 101 Pressed Flower Art https://craftsbyamanda.com/pressed-flower-art/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/pressed-flower-art/#comments Fri, 08 May 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=23816 We are just starting to see those first spring flowers emerging through the ground. Collect some of those pretty early blooms to create this lovely pressed flower art for your home. Pressed Flower Art Last year, around this time, I collected some of the blooms and placed them between the pages of a book. I... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/pressed-flower-art/feed/ 1 How to Make Bath Bombs https://craftsbyamanda.com/how-to-make-bath-bombs/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/how-to-make-bath-bombs/#comments Tue, 05 May 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=30223 white tray of bath bombsHomemade bath bombs are fun and easy to make! You can add options like dried flowers or herbs, essential oils, and colors to really customize your bath bombs. Why this project is so fun This is a pretty easy project for young kids with some supervision. Spark their imagination by letting them help measure and... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/how-to-make-bath-bombs/feed/ 4 Fingerprint Flower Pot https://craftsbyamanda.com/fingerprint-flower-pot/ https://craftsbyamanda.com/fingerprint-flower-pot/#comments Fri, 01 May 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://craftsbyamanda.com/?p=28109 painted terra cotta potThis sweet fingerprint flower pot can be made with supplies you probably have on hand. This project will easily engage kids from 3-10 years old with a lot of creative steps and makes a perfect project for Spring! Fingerprint Flower Pot Tutorial These flower pots are a great keepsake for Mother’s Day or as a... Go To project

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]]> https://craftsbyamanda.com/fingerprint-flower-pot/feed/ 3 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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