Subject: Arts: Instruction & How-to

Hands On Crafts for Kids Series 3: Craft Together

Kids explore their creativity through crafts and also learn about seasons, puppets and their heritage. Learning takes place through curriculum-based creative projects, helping them express themselves and build self-esteem. A portion of proceeds is donated to non-profit projects. Produced by Katherine Stull, Inc. Programs available on 13 individual DVDs, Digital Streaming Files or Videos; also in a 13-Disc Set. For pricing call in US: 800.876.2447/Intl. 603.434.9262 or e-mail
Also see: Series 1; Series 2; Series 4; Series 5; Series 6; Series 7; Series 8; Series 9; Series 10; Series 11;Series 12

List of Titles

1. Traditions

These are the crafts passed from generation to generation, with roots early in our history when crafting was more functional, but no less fun! Projects include: Foam Quilt Block - Who says quilting is just with fabric! Arrange colored squares of foam to make interesting patterns and a great door sign Click for more

2. Autumn: Fall Into Crafts

Cool weather is our catalyst for great fall ideas, but don’t wait for the leaves to fall to enjoy these crafts. Projects include: Beady Bugs - Bugs, beads and glow-in-the-dark, put them together and you've got a "frightfully" great craft; Pony Bead Corn Cob - Colorful beads create these ears of Click for more

3. Mosaics: Putting it all Together

Traditional mosaics are made from bits of glass and tile. Here, you learn to create mosaic designs from these materials plus, paper, beads, and paint. Projects include: Paper Design - Create your own unique design from scraps of paper squares; Butterfly Mosaic - Delicate colors and design highlight Click for more

4. Puppetry

Bring your favorite characters to life with all different ways to develop people and creatures from the most basic of materials. Projects include: Safari Scene - Create a scene right out of Africa with your own creative inhabitants; Jungle Puppet Theater - Who knows what animal you might find behind Click for more

5. Gifts: 'Tis Better to Give Than Receive

With a little creativity you can make unique presents that are custom made for everyone on your list. Projects include: Key Chain - We've got a great key chain guaranteed to be perfect; Desk Set - Mom, Dad, Teachers would love this craft made with a new plaster of clay and sand; Wrap It Up Click for more

6. Spring Forward

Look outside for creative materials for warm weather, spring crafts. Projects include: Valentine Heart - Don't wait until Valentine's Day to make a very cute heart person for your favorite Valentine; Bird Bath - Celebrate Earth Day everyday with a whimsical bird bath made from paint and clay pots; Click for more

7. Rainy Day Fantasy

When you can't go outside, let your imagination take over with fantasy crafts to expand your creative thinking. Projects include: Saving Up - Gather up your dreams, wishes and collectibles and save them for a rainy day, or even a sunny one; Checker Game - Who says checkers have to be black and Click for more

8. Heritage: Family History

Remember where you came from, your parents, grandparents, country and nationality. Here are crafts that will help you chronicle your personal history. Projects include: Photo Display - See how to display your pictures in a creative way; Marbleized Journal - Become your family historian keeping Click for more

9. Parties

Parties are a great craft opportunity whether making favors, decorations, cards, or as an activity on the big day. Projects include: Party Favors - Combine two of your favorite things: parties and candy for great party favors; The "Light" of the Party - Light up an outdoor party with lanterns that Click for more

10. Magic Potions

These potions only seem like magic, they're actually very easy. This program is about recipes, but not the ones you find in the kitchen. Projects include: Slimy - The mad scientists have gotten together to make their version of slimy, gloppy something; Bath Salts - Part of potions is scents. Create Click for more

11. Recycled

Reduce, Reuse and Recycle are the new 3 R's. Every project today recycles one person's trash into another's treasure. Projects include: Rain Stick - Paper towel or wrapping paper tubes are the basis for a great rain stick that's fun to use; Seedling Pots - Plant your own indoor garden from totally Click for more

12. Crafted Wearables: All Dressed Up

You can make great crafted wearables from t-shirts to tennis shoes. Projects include: Wearables - FamilyFun and Offray Ribbon have great ideas for personalized wearables; Hemp Necklace - Create your own version of a popular fashion accessory, a beaded hemp necklace; Patches - Express yourself Click for more

13. Cold Weather Crafting

Perfect projects for indoor crafting, and you might just see a few snowmen hanging around. Projects include: Winter Wonders - Styrofoam eggs are the base for very comical snowmen and cardinals; Gingerbread House - This house is actually non-edible paper and Styrofoam, so you may use it every year, Click for more