Subject: Arts: Instruction & How-to

I Can Make Stuff Series

"Highly Recommended. This series sends the positive message that creativity is fun and can lead to art projects that are both attractive and functional. The instructors encourage creativity by showcasing an array of designs for each project. The pace is fast and breezy, and the narration and camera shots work together to insure good understanding." -School Library Journal
A wonderful series of child-appealing art projects, each with step-by-step demonstrations and instructions, showing that art can be functional, and what is functional can be art. Produced by TVO. Programs available on 10 DVDs, Digital Streaming Files or Videos; also in a 10-Disc Set. For pricing call in US: 800.876.2447/Intl. 603.434.9262 or e-mail

List of Titles

1. Paper; Mask; Box; Frame; Vase

Our two energetic hosts show children how to make five different art projects while encouraging creativity and individual style. The fun-to-do activities and needed materials include: Papermaking - Paper for recycling, muslin, screen and frame, sponge, pan. Plaster Mask - Plaster bandages, scissors, acrylic Click for more

2. T-shirt; Bags; Boards; Footstool

Our two energetic hosts show children how to make five different art projects while encouraging creativity and individual style. The fun-to-do activities and needed materials include: Designer T-shirt - T-shirt, sponge, cardboard, paint, flour, markers, and paper. Blue Jean Bag - Needle, thread, scissors, Click for more

3. CD Holder; Sticks; Game; Topper; Pom Pom

Our two energetic hosts show children how to make five different art projects while encouraging creativity and individual style. The fun-to-do activities and needed materials include: Celestial CD Holder - Cardboard, toilet paper tube, CD and case, tape, pencil, paint, glitter, star stickers, utility knife and Click for more

4. Mobile; Board; Divider; Calendar; Bowl

Our two energetic hosts show children how to make five different art projects while encouraging creativity and individual style. The fun-to-do activities and needed materials include: Memory Mobile - Two wire hangers, pipe cleaners, yarn (or string or ribbon), memorabilia (old photos, souvenirs, etc.). Monitor Click for more

5. Phone; Board; Trophy; T-Shirt; Sorter

Our two energetic hosts show children how to make five different art projects while encouraging creativity and individual style. The fun-to-do activities and needed materials include: Crazy Clay Dragon Phone - Old-style phone, paint, modeling clay, pencil, and hot glue. Wipe Board - Cardboard, marker, Click for more

6. Stamp Set; Magnets; Feeder; Travel Kit

Our two energetic hosts show children how to make five different art projects while encouraging creativity and individual style. The fun-to-do activities and needed materials include: Snazzy Stamp - Craft foam, pool noodle, utility knife, glue, scissors, hot glue, paint, sponge. Fridge Magnets - Photos, Click for more

7. Lanterns; Yo-Yos; Caddy; Party Poppers

Our two energetic hosts show children how to make five different art projects while encouraging creativity and individual style. The fun-to-do activities and needed materials include: Party Patio Lanterns - String of outdoor patio lights, plastic bottles, nail scissors, hot glue, glue glaze, tissue paper, glass Click for more

8. Clay; Posters; Bubbles; Game; Hat

Our two energetic hosts show children how to make five different art projects while encouraging creativity and individual style. The fun-to-do activities and needed materials include: Reversible Play Clay - White bread, glue, fork, food coloring. Black Light Poster - Florescent paint, black velvet, cardboard, Click for more

9. Air Freshener; Candy; Pretzels; Toothpaste

Our two energetic hosts show children how to make five different art projects while encouraging creativity and individual style. The fun-to-do activities and needed materials include: Gel Air Freshener - Baby food jars, plain gelatin, liquid potpourri scents, food coloring. Hard Rock Candy - Sugar, string, Click for more

10. Tool Belt; Soccer Net; Ice Cream; Xylophone

Our two energetic hosts show children how to make five different art projects while encouraging creativity and individual style. The fun-to-do activities and needed materials include: Duct Tape Tool Belt - Duct tape, snap-together plastic belt buckle, scissors. Do-It-Yourself Soccer Net - 1-1/2" ABS Click for more