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Wooden Nature Magnet
Magnet crafts are just plain fun! Doing crafts with magnets allows you (whatever age or craft level you are) to exercise your creativity and have lots of fun doing it. Kids especially love magnet crafts because most are not time consuming and the results are immediate. It is important to remember however that when choosing a magnet craft project for kids be sure that you pair up the demands of the project with the skill level and ability of the kids involved. If the project is too easy they will become bored quickly and if the craft is too hard you could find yourself having to finish all of them for your frustrated crafters. So go ahead and try one or all of the magnet crafts for kids next time you are spending an afternoon with your own kids, planning a party or in charge of a classroom event.
Wooden Nature Magnets-These pretty magnets would make a great gift for any gift giving occasion.
What you will need:
- Wood Disc
- Decoupage Solution
- Foam Brush
- Magnetic Strips
- Pressed and dried flowers and leaves
Instructions for the project: It is important to make sure that your flowers and leaves are pressed and dried. Start by brushing one side of the wood disc with decoupage solution. Arrange the pressed flowers/leaves on the disc and brush with a final coat of solution. Let dry completely. Cut a piece of magnet strip and glue to back.
Recycled Card Decoupage Ornaments
Decoupage just may be the perfect craft for kids. The materials are easy to find and affordable and best of all decoupage can be done by everyone. Even the youngest kids enjoy painting on decoupage glue (which is highly forgiving). So if you are looking for an afternoon of fun with your kids or a classroom activity you may want to try one of these decoupage craft ideas for kids-
Recycled card decoupage ornaments-You can turn old Christmas cards into beautiful decoupage ornaments when doing this craft.
You will need:
- Wooden Disks with Holes
- Decoupage Solution
- 12" Satin Cord
- Foam Brush
- Snow Paint
- Old Christmas Cards or Gift Wrap
- Scissors
Instructions for the project: Have the child cut out a piece of a Christmas card or gift wrap to fit on the wood disk. Completely cover one side of the wood disc with decoupage solution. Lay the picture on the disc and brush with a final coat of solution. Let dry completely. Using the end of the brush or a stick, you have the child dab snow paint along the top. Let dry completely. Cut a piece of satin cord to make a hanger and string through the hole in the disk. Tie into a bow, trim and your ornament is ready to be hung for all to see!