What a great first week we’ve had for Maker Camp! We’re ending with the first-ever Maker Camp Film Fest this weekend, so be sure to get your videos on the Maker Camp Community by 8pm Pacific time on Friday if you want to be part of the lineup. If you haven’t had a chance to pop over […]
We’re revving-up for the launch of our fourth annual Maker Camp on July 6. Maker Camp is where you need to spend your summer. It is for anyone who is interested in DIY, making, creating, crafting, hacking, tinkering, and learning, especially kids. You’re invited to join us online or at your local library or other community space for […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
Happy Star Wars Day, fellow geek crafters! Is the Force strong with your kids? They’re definitely going to love these awesome DIY toilet paper tube Star Wars characters! In general, I find cute toilet paper roll toys to be pretty darn delightful, but this R2-D2 is definitely at least 37 different kinds of fantastic! Want […]
You might want to change your name to Super Mom/Super Dad, because you’re about to become your kid’s hero. Take playtime to the next level (er, altitude?) with an amazing DIY soda bottle jet pack! I would’ve been thrilled to find a jet pack in the costume box when I was a kid, and I […]
