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Simple Kids’ Crafts: 20 Printable Coloring Pages

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Winged Butterfly Beauty Online Coloring

Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and what’s that last color again? Oh yeah, violet! When I was little I was a tomboy, so I hated the color pink. I would always reach for red or blue crayons when my friends would go for the pink or purple ones. It took me until I was older to realize that maybe I judged too quickly, and now I’m happy to report that pink and purple make it into my drawings. Coloring pages are so much fun for kids, no matter what color they choose. The best thing about thing about this simple kids’ craft is that you only need two materials: markers/crayons and a piece of paper. Don’t forget to bring your creativity to the table because you’re gonna need it to fill in a beautiful butterfly or an entire circus with a lion. Printable coloring pages are a blast for kids of all ages. Whether you’re a tiny tot or a teenager, you’ll love expressing yourself this way.

AllFreeKidsCrafts has gathered up 20 Printable Coloring Pages that will make your day. So settle down with a Tickle Me Pink crayon in one hand and Macaroni and Cheese in other, and get to work on creating a masterpiece.

 

Animal Coloring Pages

Printable Paper Circus with AnimalsRawr! Don’t be scared away from these animal coloring pages. This Printable Paper Circus with Animals is full of animals that won’t bite. Simple kids’ crafts like coloring pages are perfect for boys and girls who want to befriend Winnie the Pooh or a butterfly, but just can’t seem to find a way. By coloring these printable coloring pages, you can make your favorite animals look any way you want. When you’re done, the lion from these coloring pages will be ready to jump off of the paper and into your own home.

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Cute Coloring Pages

Circus Rider ToyThere’s nothing better than grabbing a handful of crayons and going to town on a coloring page, except if what you’re coloring is oh-so-adorable, like all of these simple kids’ crafts. Try these cute coloring pages if you’re looking for something fun to do on a rainy summer day or snowy winter night. Printable coloring pages are perfect for boys and girls of any age. There’s no right or wrong way to color in these cute characters. All you have to do is use your noggin to come up with beautiful color combinations, and mom and dad will want to hang your creations all over the house. You might find this adorable Circus Rider Toy waiting for you on the craft table when you wake up tomorrow morning, so get to work! After you color him, you can put him on a wheel and have him ride all over your house.

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Online Coloring Pages

Trip to the Moon Online Coloring PageHow can you color without using markers and crayons? By using the computer, of course. These online coloring pages are perfect if you want a mess-free craft. You won’t get any stains on your hands or clothes. All you need to do is ‘paint’ with your computer mouse, and then print out your beautiful work of art. These printable coloring pages have as many colors to choose from as your biggest box of crayons, and none of them can break. Try the Trip to the Moon Online Coloring Page and you will be amazed at all you can do. Color in an astronaut, the moon, and rocket ship all on your own. Simple kids’ crafts are the best when they involve clean, creative fun.

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Link Love: Pumped Up Kicks

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Bye, bye boots! I am officially ready to retire my winter kicks and pull my sneakers out from the back of my closet. However, nothing ruins the excitement associated with spring clothing quite like the realization that your wardrobe is, well, boring. Luckily, there are so many ways to refashion a pair of plain sneakers and create a colorful, eye-catching pair of shoes that will last all season long. Whether you’re rocking a pair of lace ups or prefer some slip-ons, there are so many simple crafts to try. This is a great way to save money – no need to hit the shoe store when you have these craft projects at your disposal!

A lightweight pair of sneakers can be a great wardrobe staple during the spring. Create your own pair of Upcycled Vans – you only need two fabric paint colors to change the look of your shoes. Not a fan of black and white? Colorful Upcycled Sneakers are loud, proud and so much fun to wear. Best of all, these sneakers will get you in the mood to work up a sweat! Toms shoes a great accessory for the season and you can easily customize them with a few inexpensive supplies. Tutorials for Over the Rainbow Shoes and Simple Shoe Makeover will help you get started and think outside the box.

Unleash your creativity and add doodles, symbols and more to a plain pair of tennis shoes. Your one-of-a-kind creation is sure to get you noticed all season long.

  1. Spring Time Sneakers from A Lion’s Nest
  2. Miu Miu Inspired Glitter Sneakers from Love Maegen
  3. Aztec Inspired Shoes from C.R.A.F.T.
  4. Mystic Shoe from The Daily Telecraft
  5. Polka Dots Sneakers from Born In Eighty Two
  6. Altered Art Shoes from Robayre
  7. Tribal Tennies from Dream a Little Bigger
  8. Floral Canvas Shoes from Henry Happened
  9. Chevron Shoes from Time for Tea Beads

Link Love: Decorated Mugs

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I have a secret that I must confess: I’m not a great crafter. I certainly try, but I’ve never been very artistic. In fact, most of my handmade projects could be categorized as “cute” or “a great first try”. During the holiday season, I often come up with handmade gift ideas for my friends and family members but never quite get around to them. I have the time but not the confidence. However, when I started noticing decorated mugs popping up across the web, I was so excited. These projects are so simple! All you need is a plain ceramic mug and some sort of decorating tool like a Sharpie or paint. From there, you can add polka dots, initials, phrases and so much more.

If you’re looking for a quick gift for a host or hostess, you can’t go wrong with a decorated mug. A quick personal touches like monograms or silhouettes can make a gift so much more meaningful and fun. This is also a great gift idea for a teacher (you know they need their coffee in the morning) or friend.

Decorated mugs are great for the holiday season due to the proliferation of seasonal warm drinks.  A DIY Painted Mug Set is sure to stand out on your table and only requires a few different glazes. Also, consider using chalkboard paint for your mug decorations. This is a trendy medium is perfect for a party – you can write each guests name on their mug! Make your own Crafty Chalkboard Mugs and you’ll never have a coffee mix-up again.

If you’re in need of a quick and easy project, a decorated mug is a way the way to go. This minimalist gift is will leave you with a little boost of crafty confidence during the most wonderful time of the year!

  1. DIY Anthropologie Painted Mug from Delighted Momma
  2. DIY Stenciled Gothic Raven Mug from The Stitcherati
  3. Monogram Mugs from Design Mom
  4. Gold Monogram Mugs from Le Zoe Musings
  5. The Big Bang Theory Mugs from The Cheekiest Monkey of All
  6. DIY Chalkboard Mug & Plate from Oh! You Pretty Things
  7. Daddy’s Coffee Mug from Hubby Made Me
  8. Tape Painted Coffee Mugs from Crafting & Cooking
  9. Mr. & Mrs. Coffee Mugs from Craft, Sew, Love, Grow

FaveCrafts Giveaway: Elmer’s Gel Pens

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Remember when you used to use colorful gel pens to write notes to your friends, color code your calendar, decorate your diary, and doodle in the margins of your notebooks? Well, gel pens are still alive and well, and there are many uses for them even if you’re all grown up.

FaveCrafts is giving away a set of awesome Gel Pens by Elmers…and with a variety of different colors, you’ll be able to take your doodling, writing, and drawing to a whole new level!

Gel pens are the perfect tool for creating handmade cards and scrapbook layouts that include your own handwriting. Write colorful sentiments and include your own doodles in your paper crafts to add an even more personal touch.  This set of gel pens from Elmers includes 18 different colors in neon, glitter, and metallic. Use them separately or together for a more dynamic look.

 

Wanna win Elmers Glue Pens?

Head on over to the giveaway page and register to win today. You have until November 23rd to enter, and you can enter to win once a day…so the more you return, the greater your chances of winning this awesome giveaway! You can also gain additional entries by blogging about this giveaway or talking about it on Facebook, Pinterest, or Twitter. Get all the info at the Elmers Gel Pens giveaway page! Good luck!

Cri-Kit Giveaway

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Get the most out of your cutting machine with these Cri-Kits pens and holder. Just insert the holder and pen in place of your blade and you can add color to your papercrafts.

We’re giving away a copy to one lucky winner!

 

 

 

Learn more and enter for a chance to win!

Contest ends September 30, 2011. You can enter once daily, so return often to improve your chances of winning!

FaveCrafts + Cool2Craft Giveaway: Beginner’s Drawing Course with Sandra Angelo

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Every month, Cool2Craft and FaveCrafts team up to bring you a unique and exciting craft giveaway.  This month,, we’re focusing on those of you out there who can barely draw stick figures. If you always lose at Pictionary (or abstain from the game completely), this giveaway is just for you. During the month of August, enter to win a Beginner’s Drawing Course with Sandra Angelo! The winner of this giveaway will receive nine workbooks and a companion DVD that will take your skills to the next level.

Upon completion of this drawing course, you’ll be able to draw realistic portraits of animals. You’ll also be able to translate your new-found skills to all other facets of drawing. If you don’t have a ton of time to learn, that’s OK! Each of these lessons lasts for 30 minutes! It’s never too late to learn and grow, so why not sharpen your drawing skills with this fun-filled course!

Here’s what the winner will receive:

  • Workbook 1: Sandra’s Secret Sauce
  • Workbook 2: Materials – Choosing the proper tools
  • Workbook 3: Dogs – Draw nose, mouth, etc.
  • Workbook 4: Cats – Draw nose, mouth, etc.
  • Workbook 5: Choosing photo references
  • Workbook 6: Dogs – How to draw short fur and long fur
  • Workbook 7: Cats – How to draw fluffy or short fur as well as other critters such as birds and horses. Also learn how to draw the full face.
  • Workbook 8: Dogs and Cats – Complicated fur
  • Workbook 9: Principles of composition, turn photos into art
  • Easy Way to Draw Animals DVD

 

This contest ends on September 2nd.
Enter for your chance to win. Good luck!

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FaveCrafts 365 Calligraphy Rocks!

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Calligraphy is a very old traditional art that always catches my eye. One of my first pieces of calligraphy art was given to me by FaveCrafts.com Designer, Marie Browning who hails from Canada where traditional crafts are very popular. I talk about calligraphy in today’s FaveCrafts 365 so please take a minute to view it.

I’d like to share some of Marie’s projects on FaveCrafts.com…

Classic Calendar is perfect for keeping track of all those special dates.

The Vintage Clipboard shows off Marie’s talent for antiquing.

Any time is a great time for the Yummy Cocoa jar!

A Glimmering Rosecard is great for so many occasions.

Looking for calligraphy supplies? Check out CutRateCrafts.com for your calligraphy supplies today!

CHA Recap: Die Cut Machines

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One of the coolest parts of the Craft and Hobby Association show was seeing all of the new crafting products that have just been released. While I was there I saw every type of die cutting machine imaginable, and even some that I’d never heard of before. There was a machine to cut fondant for cake decorating,  a machine specifically for journal making, a machine that cut fabric, and even a machine that didn’t use a cutting mat!

The eclips machine by Sizzix was by far the coolest. Two unique features of this machine are its ability to score card stock (instead of merely cutting it) and its pen holder accessory, which allows you to replace the blade with a pen or marker and use your machine to draw instead of cut.  We took a video of a Sizzix representative demonstrating the eclips’ ability to cut a party favor bag and draw a design on it. Check it out!

If you’ve already got a die cutting machine that you love, here are 20 projects to do with it, plus learn how to use your die cutting machine in unexpected ways.

Book Review and Giveaway: All About Drawing Horses & Pets

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Walter Foster has a strong reputation for publishing books that reach the budding artist. This book for drawing horses and other pets is recommended for adults and children over 6 years of age. Start with the basics and begin to fill in the details. Learn more and enter to win the book here.

Contest ends January 12, 2009. You can enter once daily, so return often to improve your chances of winning!

Book Review and Giveaway: The Art of Drawing Animals

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Learn how to draw amazingly realistic animals with The Art of Drawing Animals from Walter Foster, a leader in arts and crafts book. Find tools, materials, elements of drawing, basic pencil techniques, shading, textures, and perspective in this book. Create your own artwork or embellish handmade cards, scrapbook pages and more. We are giving away a copy of the book to one lucky winner. Read the full review and enter to win here!

Contest ends September 15, 2009. You can enter once daily, so return often to improve your chances of winning!

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