We all recognize the power of making with LEDs. (Arduino “Hello World!” anyone?) LEDs have been the lure drawingย many into the world of making. However,ย LED projects haveย remained inaccessible to manyย young ladies. No more!ย LiteSeeds LED stickers are about to changeย all that. While walkingย the aisles of Maker Faire’s Start-Up Pavilion I came across a different type of […]
Looking for the perfect party-friendly project for creative kids? These chalkboard party hats are sure to be a big hit at your next big celebration! Whether you’re gearing up for a birthday party, a picnic, or even a fun family reunion, you can’t go wrong with customizable party favors. Delight crafty kids with a cool […]
A 3-day weekend is approaching and it’s a great opportunity to sit down, by yourself or with your kids, and work on a project. There are so many projectsย to choose from on makezine.com, but here is a quick collection of 10 fun projects that would be great for this weekend. The weather is getting warmer […]
This weekend, get crafty with the kids! Create fun folded paper figures with this neat origami faces project. Directions to Fold Origami Faces from Pink Stripey Socks on Vimeo. Ready to make cool and quirky custom paper friends? This easy-to-follow origami faces tutorial from Leslie at Pink Stripey Socks will show you how it’s done. […]
Make a family-friendly DIY play tent that’s fit for a prince or princess with this cool hula hoop tent project! Give your little ones the gift of bright smiles and hours of playtime fun with this sweet hula hoop tent tutorial that Mandi from Making Nice in the Midwest shared on A Beautiful Mess. It’s […]
By Vickie Howell When I was 3 or 4 years old, my mom knit me a ladybug vest and skirt. Man, I loved that outfit! Unfortunately, the original was lost in the great hand-me-down beyond. Still to this day though, I appreciate the cuddly kitsch of the ensemble; so much so that I decided to […]
It’s called “MakerKids Rube Goldberg Device,” but the point of the exhibit is more about getting kids to work together toward a goal
