Hands On Crafts for Kids: ANIMALS (re-Airing)

Craft fuzzy llamas at Hands On Crafts for Kids!

Animals!!! Hands On Crafts for Kids returns this week with a new episode highlighting one of our favorite subjects: ANIMALS! Episode 1907 will air through noon (EST) on Friday, June 2nd from the Hands On Crafts homepage.

Make Llamas from Fuzzy Stems!Image courtesy of Hands On Crafts for Kids

 Did you miss the episode when it aired originally? No problem! Watch it on YouTube:

Directions for this project is available on the Hands On Crafts for Kids website HERE. If you don't have all the items listed in your craft kit, they may be able to pick up at your local craft retailer, and the fuzzy stems are available here at pepperell.com.

Happy Crafting!

Hands On Crafts: Make something old NEW!

Let make something old NEW again! Coil basketry is back and Hands On Crafts for Kids has the best (and one of the cutest) projects to kick-off your weekend. Make a rag denim basket with Jenny. Episode 1902 - Old is New is rebroadcasting through noon (EST) on Friday, April 28th from on the Hands On Crafts homepage. Here's what you can make from the episode:

Coil a denim basket with Jenny Barnett-Rohrs.
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The underside of the denim basket.
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Looking for supplies an instructions? Did you miss the episode while it aired? No problem :-) Downloadable directions are available on the Hands On Crafts for Kids website. Paper Coil cord can be found at some local craft retailers and at Pepperell.com. denim fabric can be sourced from a local fabric shop.

Hands On Crafts: Dream Catchers

There's a dreamy new episode airing at Hands On Crafts for Kids this week: Jenny Barnett-Rohrs shows us how to make a simple and sweet dream catcher. Episode 1913 airing through Noon, EST, Friday, April 14th. Learn how to make this project as well as other CAMP themed crafts. Catch it today over on the Hands On Crafts homepage.

Jenny with finished Dream Catcher.
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Dream Catcher Kit.
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 Directions for this project is available on the Hands On Crafts for Kids website HERE. If you don't have all the items listed in video to complete your dream catcher, they may be able to pick up at your local craft retailer. This Dream Catcher Kit is available at select AC Moore and Hobby Lobby stores, or from HERE at Pepperell.com.

Hands On Crafts: Stylish!

Make stylish Rexlace bracelets.Image courtesy of Hands On Crafts for Kids.

Bling-bling! Who says plastic lacing can't be FANCY? This week on Hands On Crafts for Kids, follow along with Jenny Barnett-Rohrs as she weaves STYLISH Rexlace wrap bracelets. Episode 1908 will air through noon (EST) on Friday, March 10th from on the Hands On Crafts homepage.

Jenny Barnett-Rohrs wearing Rexlace Wrap Bracelet.
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Directions for this project is available on the Hands On Crafts for Kids website HERE. If you don't have all the items listed in your craft kit, they may be able to pick up at your local craft retailer. Rexlace plastic lacing is available HERE at pepperell.com, and the Rexlace Jewelry Kits shown in this episode are available on the Rexlace Club HERE

Happy Crafting!

Hands On Crafts: Animals!

Craft fuzzy llamas at Hands On Crafts for Kids!

Animals!!! Hands On Crafts for Kids returns this week with a new episode highlighting one of our favorite subjects: ANIMALS! Episode 1907 will air through noon (EST) on Friday, March 3rd from on the Hands On Crafts homepage.

Make Llamas from Fuzzy Stems!Image courtesy of Hands On Crafts for Kids

 Did you miss the episode when it aired originally? No problem! Watch it on YouTube:

Directions for this project is available on the Hands On Crafts for Kids website HERE. If you don't have all the items listed in your craft kit, they may be able to pick up at your local craft retailer, and the fuzzy stems will be available soon on our website pepperell.com.

Happy Crafting!

Hands On Crafts: Coiled Up in Denim!

New year, new crafts... or rather new old crafts? Coil basketry is back and Hands On Crafts for Kids has the best (and one of the cutest) projects to start the year off CRAFTY.  Episode 1902 - Old is New will air through noon (EST) on Friday, January 27th from on the Hands On Crafts homepage. Here's what you can make from the episode:

Coil a denim basket with Jenny Barnett-Rohrs.
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The underside of the denim basket.
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Looking for supplies an instructions? Did you miss the episode while it aired? No problem :-) Downloadable directions will be made available on the Hands On Crafts for Kids website soon. In the meantime, basket coiling materials are available at Macrame Super Store.com HERE.

Hands On Crafts: MUSIC!

Katie Hacker making jingle bell parachute cord bracelets.Image courtesy of Hands On Crafts for Kids.

Head on over to on the Hands On Crafts for Kids website to watch episode 1811 for some inspiring MUSIC related craft you can make with the kids at home. During this episode, Katie Hacker shows you how to incorporate ordinary jingle bells into a festive Parachute Cord bracelet. This episode is airing now through noon (EST) on Friday, December 30th on the Hands On Crafts homepage.

Parachute Cord Jingle Bell Bracelets.Image courtesy of Hands On Crafts for Kids.

Directions for project are available to download from the Hands On website here. Materials to complete this project are available at AC Moore, Jo-Ann Fabrics and Crafts, Michaels, Hobby Lobby and Parachute Cord Craft.com. This project features:

• EZ Jig Bracelet Maker
• 95 Parachute Cord
• 12mm Plastic Buckle
• Jingle Bells (available at any craft & hobby shop)

Happy Crafting during this Holiday week!

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Hands On: Superhero Utility Belt

Knot a GLOW Superhero's belt this week on Hands On Crafts for Kids!
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Just in time for Halloween! Help your child pump up their Superhero costume with this "knotty" craft.

Rebroadcasting now on the Hands On Crafts for Kids website, is episode 1803 - Superheros! During this show, Jenny and Katie will show you how to make a Superhero glow-in-the-dark utility belt. This episode is airing now through noon (EST) on November 4th on the Hands On Crafts homepage.

Knot a GLOW in the DARK utility belt on Hands On Crafts for Kids.
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Finished superhero belt. Image from Hands On Crafts for Kids.

Products from this episode can be found at most craft stores, and at Parachute Cord Craft.com. Items used include:

• Glow in the dark Parachute Cord 550
• Whistle Buckle
• Carabiners
• Clip On Compass

Instructions for this project can be found at the Hands On Craft website here.

Have a SUPER and SAFE Halloween! Don't fill up on too much candy ;-)

Hands On Crafts: Wristlet Bells

Katie Hacker making jingle bell parachute cord bracelets.
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Rebroadcasting on the Hands On Crafts for Kids website, episode 1811 is all about MUSIC related crafts you can make with the kids at home. During this episode, Katie Hacker shows you how to incorporate ordinary jingle bells into a festive Parachute Cord bracelet. This episode is airing now through noon (EST) on September 30th on the Hands On Crafts homepage.

Visit here for Parachute Cord Jingle Bell Bracelets instructions.
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Directions for project are available to download from the Hands On website here. Materials to complete this project are available at AC Moore, Jo-Ann Fabrics and Crafts, Michaels, Hobby Lobby and Parachute Cord Craft.com. This project features:

• EZ Jig Bracelet Maker
• 95 Parachute Cord
• 12mm Plastic Buckle
• Jingle Bells (available at any craft & hobby shop)

*Ding-Ding!* Jingle All the Way!

Coiled in YARN & Love & (some) Fabric

Coil Basketry Kits - 6 designs available!

Get coiled up in love and easy-craft'in, there are SIX NEW kits in town.

Here's a little close-up Meet-And-Greet of each of the new kits:

Citrone Basket: made from 1/4 inch coil & yarn.

The Mint Julep: made from 1/4 inch coil & yarn.

The Mustard Seed Basket: uses 1/4 inch coil & fabric strips.

Santa Fe Lidded Container: uses 1/4 inch coil & yarn.

Seaside Bowl Kit: uses 1/4 inch coil & yarn.

Sweetheart Basket(s): require 1/4 inch coil & fabric strips.

Designing your own? Coiling cord and extra yarn are available at the Macrame Super Store in the Weaving and Basketry program HERE.

Want us to show off your creation? We'll TWEET it and show it off HERE (on the blog) and on Facebook! Send us your pictures if you want us to share! <3

Hands On Crafts for Kids Video: Use It!

Hands On Crafts Episode: Use It!
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Re-Broadcasting over on the Hands On Crafts for Kids website,episode 1713 - Use It. During this episode, Katie Hacker shows you how to weave survival bracelets on an EZ Jig. This episode is airing now through noon (EST) on July 15th on the Hands On Crafts homepage.

Learn to weave parachute cord bracelets with Katie Hacker.
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Directions for project are available to download from the Hands On website here. Materials to complete this project are available at AC Moore, Jo-Ann Fabrics and Crafts, Michaels, and Parachute Cord Craft.com. This project features:

• 325 Parachute Cord
• EZ Jig Tool
• 12mm and 15mm plastic buckles
• 12mm Buckles were used for the filming of this project.

Happy Weaving!

Friendship Bracelet Season Kick-Off!

School bells are chiming for the end of the season: Break out the Friendship Bracelets!

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Hands On Crafts: Hanging Organization!

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Re-broadcasting on Hands On Crafts for Kids website, watch episode 1708 - Outside and In. During this episode, Katie will show you how to knot a macrame hanger using cord and an ordinary sand pale. This can be used as mudroom, playroom, or garage organization for toys and sports equipment.This patterns can also be re-purposed with a standard potted plant to make a great plant hanger! This episode will be airing now through noon (EST) on June 10th on the Hands On Crafts homepage.

Macrame Hanging Organization.
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Directions for project are available to download from the Hands On website here. Materials to complete this project are available at AC Moore, Hobby Lobby, and Macrame Super Store.

Items needed to complete this project include:

• One 2 inch metal ring
• Two 100 yard rolls of  4mm Bonnie Braid (pick two contrasting colors)

Bubble Knot Necklace Pattern

Get BUBBLY! We've got a great pattern for download using 2mm Amy Nylon Craft Cord: The Bubble Layered Necklace. This project can be downloaded from the Macrame Super Store website anytime you wish to give it a *pop*!

Finished Layered Bubble-Knotted Necklace in Blueberry.

 This project is a Beginner level design, so it would make for a great jewelry-making introduction for kids, seniors and other novice crafters.

Happy knotting!