I am putting together a booklet for my craft group on handmade birthday presents for children. These are generally projects adults will make for kids, but may include some ideas for kids to make for their friends and siblings.
In the past, I have made various presents, and have decided to collate some simple projects that anyone can do. I am not claiming any of these as my original ideas, and credits will be attributed. What are your craft ideas for kids' presents? I have a couple more in my head, not yet made, which I hope will make it into this booklet. I may have bitten off more than I can chew....
In the past, I have made various presents, and have decided to collate some simple projects that anyone can do. I am not claiming any of these as my original ideas, and credits will be attributed. What are your craft ideas for kids' presents? I have a couple more in my head, not yet made, which I hope will make it into this booklet. I may have bitten off more than I can chew....
apron
pinny
pillowcase dress
knitted back pack
pram quilt
Air guitar by redmag!
Poncho
Dress-ups stand
Crayon melts
Apron
bibs
bunting
hair accessories
craft rolls
library bags
skirts
cushions
tops
booties
knitted food
Felt food
Mugs painted by kids
And examples of beautiful gifts by this amazing crafter, who's permission is not yet sought - E we need to talk!
Journals
Skirts
Car tidy
Puppets
Fabric Boxes
Lacing cards
Texta rolls
Car neck cushions
Doll's clothes
Board games
Books we have written and illustrated
What else have I forgotten??!
9 comments:
oooh! great ideas! how about a simple softie? Or foam bathtoys/letters? Can't wait to see what else you come up with! =)
ooh GREAT list! thank you soooo much for this post! I'm bookmarking it right now.
A couple of things that's gone over well has been to turn their drawings into toys (courtesy of Jen from Red Instead):
http://consumption-rebellion.blogspot.com/2007/08/gift-for-my-daughter.html
Or drawings into applique:
http://consumption-rebellion.blogspot.com/2007/08/i-think-ive-gone-tad-obsessed-with.html
You should put on some of the things we have done eg. button boxes, art bags, mosaic pots, jewellery. Can't wait to see your *book*.
The booklet is such a nice idea! My mind is blank (duh!) and I don't have any brilliant ideas to add, except just to be careful of copyright issues.
What a fabulous collection, and a great idea. You'll do a great job.
So many gorgeous things! I especially love the gorgeous quilt and the knitted and felt vegies.
This is a great book idea! I made nearly all of my Christmas presents last year, and for the kids I mostly printed t-shirts using inkjet transfers and Hoppo Bumpo's freezer-paper technique: http://bellgirl.com.au/2008/12/corporate-free-christmas-t-shirts-for.html
Great idea! Thanks for sharing. I have been racking my brain for ideas for birthday pressies :)
Those are great. I love the dress up stand. I must make one! Collating this is a fantastic idea.
I'm working on crowns right now for the 'you know what'. LOL
Jess, thank you for the tip on the sale wool felt at Spotlight. I've been meaning to get back to you on that. You've been much on my mind. I apologize for being so slow! Thank you!
Hi Gorgeous,
How about playdough - pink scented with rosewater, white with coconut essence, etc.
TLK
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