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Umbrella Art

July 16th 2010 03:25
Praying for rain ....it's a hot and muggy night here in Cleveland, Ohio, we could really use a nice summer shower.

A few things always seem to bring the rain....
* washing and waxing my car
*giving the dog a good bath
*and to really summon the rain, how about an outside art project that needs 24 hours to dry. That oughta do it!

Let's make it a omen and paint umbrellas. Start with solid color nylon umbrellas as the blank canvas and you can make fun works of art.

Read here for the supplies needed and the instructions.


Then, if the rains do come and your crafting has to move indoors, try a couple of the other umbrella collage projects listed here.

Here are a few of the great umbrella art installations from around the world that were posted on Environmental Graffiti. Love these!

umbrellas, painted umbrellas, umbrella art
Painted Monarch Butterfly Umbrellas in Battery Park

hanging umbrellas in Seoul


umbrella lights, outdoor light, creative outdoor light idea



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Play in a Bubble!

July 9th 2010 12:14
What child ( or adult) doesn't love bubbles? Playing with bubbles is inexpensive and makes a for a fun outdoor activity on a sunny day. Set the kids up with bubbles, and then have them wash their bikes or your car!

Use giant bubbles as a birthday party activity...or during a family reunion or neighborhood event.

Put bubble solution in a small kiddie pool. Set a step stool in the center for a child to stand on. Then place a hula hoop over the child. Dip the hoop into the bubble solution and slowly lift the hoop over their head. Kids can use small bubble wands while inside the bubble to fill the giant bubble with smaller bubbles.

For the recipe and more Soap Bubble Tricks check here.



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Waiting for the 4th of July fireworks to start can often feel like For-EVER to little ones (and big ones too!) With a few craft materials you can create glow in the dark bouncing comets to fill the space before the evening festivities begin.

Comet crafts can be made with young space enthusiasts or children who are studying outer space in school. Comets are rare finds in the night sky. Shooting out from the outer limits of the solar system, these balls of dust and ice start to melt as they approach earth, creating a brilliant tail

Bouncing Comets

You will need;
tennis ball
plastic grocery bag
clear tape
glow-in-the-dark lacing
scissors

Place a tennis ball in the middle of a plastic bag. Gather the bag around the ball. Use clear tape to secure. Cut the ends of the bag into 1-inch wide strips. Wrap glow-in-the-dark lacing around the comet, criss-crossing the surface of the ball. Tie the lacing around the neck to secure. Cover the ball and lacing with clear tape. The comet will bounce unevenly making this a good toy to improve hand-eye coordination.

More Comet Crafts Here

4th of July Fireworks!




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Win the "best decorated bike" this 4th of July

...or simply be the envy on your block


Make a colorful bike spinner from a recycled soda bottle and common items.


fireworks, 4th of July, bike decorations, parade
Rival the fireworks with your bike spinner!



Learn how...Here.


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Rubber Band Games for Kids

June 22nd 2010 02:49
The humble rubber band can form the basis for several children's games. Try a traditional game of Chinese jump rope or create an educational geo-board for kids to learn from and enjoy. Children also can make a collection of elastic-band powered cars to race with common household items. Hold competitions indoors or out.
humble rubber bands can provide hours of fun

Learn how to make your own;
Chinese Jump Ropes
educational Geoboards
Awesome Rubber Band Cars


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Music and Art

June 2nd 2010 02:35
Incorporate art and music by creating your own musical instruments.These multicultural pieces of folk art provide an opportunity to introduce different designs and color schemes. Create authentic-looking pieces or choose your own interpretation.

didgeradoo, australian instruments, homemade musical instruments, art and music

[ Click here to read more ]
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