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: 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: Bicycle Decor!

Decorate your bike handles.Image courtesy of Hands On Crafts for Kids.

Tear the kids away from their tablets and phones... well maybe after watching the video at Hands On Crafts for Kids website. ;-) Re-broadcasting this week airs episode 1804 - Too nice to stay inside! For this show, Jenny Barnett-Rohrs will show you how to decorate bicycle handle grips with Rexlace. This and other tutorials are airing now through noon (EST) on November 11th on the Hands On Crafts homepage.

Decorative bicycle grip tutorial from Hands On Crafts for Kids.

Decorative bicycle grip with Britelace.Image Courtesy of Hands On Crafts for Kids.

Decorative bicycle grip with Rexlace.Image Courtesy of Hands On Crafts for Kids.

Get the directions for the bicycle handle bar grips HERE. Products featured in this episode can be found at most craft stores, and at RexlaceClub.com. Items used include:

•  Tie Dye and Britelace
• Rexlace

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

So let's get outside and play!

Hands On Crafts for Kids: Bike Decorating!

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Tear the kids away from their tablets and phones... well maybe after watching the video at Hands On Crafts for Kids website. ;-) Re-broadcasting this week airs episode 1804 - Too nice to stay inside! For this show, Jenny Barnett-Rohrs will show you how to decorate bicycle handle grips with Rexlace. This and other tutorials are airing now through noon (EST) on August 12th on the Hands On Crafts homepage.

Decorative bicycle grip tutorial from Hands On Crafts for Kids.

Decorative bicycle grip made with Britelace!

Decorative bicycle grip made with Rexlace & Britelace!

Get the directions for the bicycle handle bar grips HERE. Products featured in this episode can be found at most craft stores, and at RexlaceClub.com. Items used include:

•  Tie Dye and Britelace
• Rexlace

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

So let's get outside and play!

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!

ZIP-Zipper Knotted Bracelet DIY

We've got a new FREE Parachute Cord bracelet tutorial available for download today. The project is available to download to print at ParachuteCordCraft.com or pin it on Pinterest for future reference.

325 Zipper Knot Parachute Cord Bracelet by Pepprell Braiding Co.

Materials List for this project:
- 2  12 inch pieces of 325 Parachute Cord. We used Army Camo.
- 2  36 inch pieces of 325 Parachute Cord. We used White and Gunmetal.
- One 5mm Hook Closure
- Ruler
- Scissors
- Jeweler's Glue/hot glue

Happy knotting!

Hands On Crafts Replay: Let's Party!

Let's Party with Hands On Crafts for Kids.

Let's craft! Hands On Crafts for Kids is re-broadcasting episode 1705 - Let's Party! Learn how simple party  accessories that you and your child can do from home. Follow along with Katie, Franz, and Jenny as they use Pepperell Braiding Company supplies from their craft box to host a creative bash. This episode will be airing now through Noon (EST) on May 20th.on the Hands On Crafts homepage.

DIY Celebration Chandelier with Katie.
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DIY Hanging Fiber Ball.Photo courtesy of Hands On Crafts for Kids.

All the project directions from this episode can be downloaded from the Hands On Crafts for Kids website.

3 Ways to Tie off Stretch Magic

Need just a little more help tying you Stretch Magic® project? We've got a fully illustrated downloadable instruction sheet for you! It includes three easy methods for tying-off Stretch Magic® jewelry. To add a little bit more confidence to the knots, feel free to dab a little G-S Hypo Cement on the last knot.

Hop for Easter - Rexlace Project Revised

Easter is March 27th, so now's the time to break out the SPRING! We first introduced the Rexlace Bunny here on our Blog April of 2014, and we have revised the instructions and included them as a download at RexlaceClub.com. Make this cutie - this is a great project for a beginner. Hot glue a safety pin to the back for a festive bunny broach.

Make this Rexlace Bunny! Download from RexlaceClub.com.

Project requires material you may already have in your rainy-day craft kit. Rexlace can be found here (we used Pink and Baby Blue). You may also use S'getti String or Jelly Cord.

Hands On Crafts for Kids: Jingle Bells!

Katie Hacker making jingle bell parachute cord bracelets.
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If you head on over to on the Hands On Crafts for Kids website, episode 1811 will be airing 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 January 1st on the Hands On Crafts homepage.

Parachute Cord Jingle Bell Bracelets.
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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)

Happy Crafting during this Holiday week!

Hands On Crafts For Kids: Deco-your bike!

 

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Tear the kids away from their tablets and phones... well maybe after watching the video at Hands On Crafts for Kids website. This week airs episode 1804 - Too nice to stay inside! For this show, Jenny Barnett-Rohrs will show you how to decorate bicycle handle grips with Rexlace. This and other tutorials are airing now through noon (EST) on November13th on the Hands On Crafts homepage.

Decorative bicycle grip tutorial from Hands On Crafts for Kids.

Decorative bicycle grip made with Rexlace!
Image courtesy of Hands On Crafts for Kids.

Decorative bicycle grip made with Rexlace!
Image courtesy of Hands On Crafts for Kids.

Products featured in this episode can be found at most craft stores, and at RexlaceClub.com. Items used include:

•  Tie Dye and Britelace
• Rexlace

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

So let's get outside and play!

Hands On Crafts for Kids: Glow Belt!

Make a Superhero Belt with Jenny and Katie.
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Whoosh on over to the Hands On Crafts for Kids website, for episode 1803 - Superheros! For 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 2nd on the Hands On Crafts homepage.

Glow-in-the-dark belt.
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Finished superhero belt.
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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.

Hands On Crafts Replay: Let's Party!

Let's Party with Hands On Crafts for Kids.

Let's craft! Hands On Crafts for Kids is re-broadcasting episode 1705 - Let's Party! Learn how simple party  accessories that you and your child can do from home. Follow along with Katie, Franz, and Jenny as they use Pepperell Braiding Company supplies from their craft box to host a creative bash. This episode will be airing now through noon (EST) on August 21st.on the Hands On Crafts homepage.

DIY Celebration Chandelier with Katie.
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DIY Hanging Fiber Ball.
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All the project directions from this episode can be downloaded from the Hands On Crafts for Kids website. 

DIY Silly Faces

Visit the Hands On Crafts for Kids website to watch episode 1703 - Let's Play A Game. In this episode, Katie will show you how to make silly faces using Rexlace plastic lacing and wiggle eyes. This episode will be airing now through noon (EST) on May 8th. on the Hands On Crafts homepage.

Directions for project are available to download from the Hands On website here. Materials to complete this project are available at most major craft retailers, and from the Rexlace Club website. Wiggle eyes and pony beads can be found at your local craft shop.

Happy crafting! 

Hands On Crafts Flip Flops

Hands On Crafts for Kids Katie Hacker Makes Flip Flops.
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Visit the Hands On Crafts for Kids website to watch episode 1612 about PEOPLE to learn how to accessories your summertime footwear. Follow along with Katie Hacker as she shows you how to decorate your foam flip flops. This episode will be airing now through January 16th (ending noon EST) on their homepage. Katie's directions for the Funky Flip Flops are available for download as well.

DIY Flip Flops with Amy Cord.
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The nylon cording used for this project is our 2mm Amy cording which is available at AC Moore in their floral department, Hobby Lobby, and online at Macrame Super Store.com. You can also use Parachute Cord (we recommend 325 thickness) which is available at most craft stores and online at Parachute Cord Craft.com.

Hands On Crafts: Birthday Mobile

 

DIY Birthday Mobile with Katie Hacker.
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Hands On Crafts for Kids is re-broadcasting Episode 1607 on Shadows now on their homepage. (Scroll down to the bottom of their website to watch!) This episode will be airing through Noon (Eastern Time), on Friday, December 5th. It features Katie Hacker making a Birthday Mobile!

Birthday Mobile using Noodles.
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Product used for this episode can be sourced from your home or your local craft store. Jumbo chenille stems (Noodles) can be found at Rexlace Club.

Hands On Crafts: DIY Utility Belt

Make your own survival belt.
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Hands On Crafts for Kids is re-broadcasting Episode 1606 on Symmetry now on their homepage. (Scroll down to the bottom of their website to watch!) This episode will be airing through Noon (Eastern Time), on Friday, December 5th. It features Katie Hacker and Candie Cooper making Parachute Cord belts! 

Embellished Parachute Cord Belt.
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If you miss the re-broadcasting, no worries! Directions for making the belt are archived on the Hands On Crafts for Kids website. To make these belts, you will need 550 Parachute Cord, 20mm or 25mm Plastic Buckle, embellishments (stickers, foam, or stones,) and glue.

Happy crafting!

Hands On Art Supply Holder

Make hangers with Katie Hacker and Candie Cooper.
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Hands on Crafts for Kids is re-airing episode 1603 all about COLOR! Follow along with Katie and Candie as they make a colorful art supply holders. This episode will be broadcasting for FREE on their home page now through Noon (EST) Friday, November 8th. Miss the episode? Don't fret! Hands On will have the video archived for future viewing!

Make a Hanging Art Supply Holder!
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Directions to make the Hanging Art Supply Holder are always available from their website: find them here!

Need supplies? 1" rings, beads, and 4mm Bonnie Braid is available from Macrame Super Store.

Happy Crafting!

DIY Tattoo Jewelry

Stretch Magic Tattoo Choker Pattern.

We've noticed a growth in popularity of the Tattoo jewelry and we've got instructions for you! FREE instructions! The directions are available to download from Macramé Super Store.com and at Rexlace Club.com. All you really need is a little Stretch Magic jewelry cord and you're ready to start knotting!

Tattoo Choker Project Sheet.

Want a bonus? Follow the directions as they're shown using 4 feet of Stretch Magic jewelry cord to make a matching bracelet!

Stretch Magic Jewelry Cord is available here and here or at a craft retailer near you!