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Christmas in July

From Sherri Osborn, your Guide to Family Crafts

I don't know about you, but with all of the heat waves going on, I think dreaming about Christmas is a wonderful idea! When it is too hot to get outside and get moving, why not stay in the air conditioning and get crafting?!?!?

Christmas in July

While some people perhaps started thinking about Christmas on June 25th, Leon Day, July seems to be a common time for some to start thinking planning for Christmas. It is the perfect time to start looking for ideas for homemade gifts. Start making your Christmas gifts in July and you might have them all done by the time December rolls around. You also have plenty of time to design and create your own personalized...read more

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Fast Craft - Photo Bookmark Craft

This is a fun craft for the middle of summer vacation! Making personalized bookmarks might help kids be a little more receptive to taking some time out this summer to read. To make a photo bookmark, all you need is some small photos, clear Con-Tact paper, a piece of yarn, a pair of scissors. You can also grab some glitter or stickers to decorate it and a hole punch for the yarn. Cut two piece of clear Con-Tact paper the same size. Peel off the paper backing on one and stick the photos on it and anything else you want to use to... Read more

Spotlight Crafts - Homemade Stickers, Mosaics, More

I know everyone is so busy at this time of year, but I do hope you can take some time to enjoy at least a few of these crafts!

Paperback Book Owl Craft - Joanne Carpenter explains to us how she made this adorable owl craft using a paper back book.

Mosaic Tin Can Vase or Planter Craft - Gillian made this fun vase or planter using a tin can and scraps from stained glass projects.

First Aid Kit Necklace - Instructions for making a tiny first aid kit necklace using an empty film container. This is a great project to do right before a camping or hiking trip.

Waterproof Picnic Blanket How-To Video - Protect yourself, and your food, from damp ground during a picnic. We'll show you how to make a waterproof picnic blanket that will keep you comfortable and dry.

Make Your Own Stickers - Learn how to make your own stickers using items you have at home. We'll show you how to make your own stickers in a few easy steps.

Flat Marble Magnet Craft - Discover how you can create fun magnets using flat glass marbles and colorful paper. The magnet looks like a little bubble that magnifies your paper just a little and shows it off!

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