Kick off your holiday decorating with a Thanksgiving door banner that sets the perfect tone for cozy gatherings and gratitude-filled celebrations. Gather These Materials: 12″ × 16″ piece of felt in your choice of autumn hue Assorted artificial leaves 14” length of ¼” dowel rod Chunky yarn for outlining the lettering Give Thanks Stencil Template […]
Halloween is creeping up, and what better way to celebrate than with some spooky-cute DIY crafts? These jack-o-lantern and witch magnets are not only adorable—they glow! Using battery-operated tealights, glitter, and a few simple supplies, you can create magical decorations that light up your fridge, office, or classroom. The flame-shaped bulb on battery-operated tealights makes […]
Create a back-to-school time capsule for capturing memories to look back on at the end of the school year. These time capsules are especially meaningful for those milestone school years—kindergarten, first grade, transitions from elementary to middle school, and middle school to high school. Adapt it for the high schooler by creating the capsule at […]
Crafts for men are not always easy to find but nothing beats a handmade gift created with love. In this easy video DIY, you will learn how to make this personalized Father’s Day tassel key ring in minutes with the Mini Bowdabra. Kids will enjoy creating their own Father’s Day gift and Dad will […]
Hi, it’s Lisa from The Rustic Vine! In today’s tutorial, I’ll show you how to create a beautiful family-friendly, and fun wreath that makes a great gift or adds a personal touch to your home. Let’s get started! Great for kids and adults alike. Supply list: *Wooden hoop *Daisy garland from Hobby Lobby *Ribbon […]
Making these patriotic kitchen towels is the perfect Fourth of July craft for kids of all ages. My “test group” was my 11 year old granddaughter and two of her school friends. They had a blast creating their own patriotic towel. Even more important, they were proud of their individual designs. Supplies for the patriotic […]
Hi! I’m Joette from the Bowdabra Design Team! Today, I’m excited to show you the EASIEST way to make a beautiful bow that can elevate any decor piece. It’s a simple and fun project that’s perfect for involving your kids! With just a bit of raffia and scrap ribbon, the possibilities are endless. Let’s get […]
Welcome to this fun and creative DIY tutorial! Join Lisa from The Rustic Vine as she shows you how to make a charming sunflower door hanger using popsicle sticks. This project is perfect for getting your kids involved and sparking their creativity. Let’s get cratting! Wouldn’t this would be a perfect Mother’s Day gift? […]
Flowers for Mother’s Day are great—until they wilt and die. Now you can make and give this perfect Mother’s Day Button Bouquet using vintage buttons that will be everlasting. Finding and selecting the vintage buttons is half the fun. You can start your search at the thrift shops. Gather these supplies for your bouquet: Variety […]
Hello, everyone! It’s Lexi from the Bowdabra Design Team, and I’m excited to share a delightful tutorial for creating a charming Lego bud vase. It’s a timeless gift that’s perfect for any occasion: a DIY Lego Rose Bud Vase! Let’s get started on this fun project! Supplies: Box of Lego Flowers Bud Vase Foliage 1.5 […]
What could be more fun for a young artist than making a St. Patrick’s leprechaun from a toilet paper roll?!? This project was totally conceived, planned, and executed by Anya, my eleven year old granddaughter. But, I did take the photos 🙂 Supplies for the toilet paper roll leprechaun: 2½” x 5½” piece of green […]
You’ve Been BOOed is a fun Halloween tradition for kids. Here’s how it works: you anonymously leave Halloween door hanger with a small gift or treat at a friend’s or neighbor’s door with a note saying, “You’ve Been BOOed!!” The recipient, then, replaces your treat with a “We’ve been BOOed!!” sign letting others know they […]
Hey everyone! Join us for some fun as first-time bow maker Cindy learns how to create her very own mini Bowdabra cheer bow! At a local animal rescue adoption event, Joette from the Bowdabra Design Team sets up a crafting station where families can make pet collar bows and hair bows. When Cindy, a spirited […]
Hi! I’m Lexi from the Bowdabra Design team. For this super fun Christmas in July craft, we’re making an adorable recycled bead ornament. It’s a really easy project that kids can do and the best part is, there’s no messy glitter involved! These beaded ornaments make such a cute keepsake. They’re perfect for hanging on […]
Crafters of all ages will have fun making these Fourth of July paper lanterns. They can be used as home decor decoration or strung together to form a lantern garland. Create easy evening table decorations with the addition of a battery-operated tea light candle. This is a great kid’s craft for parties and events all […]
Hey, I’m Lexi from the Bowdabra team, and I’m going to show you how to make a fun and festive hair bow. These hair bows are perfect for kids to make, but even the older folks can get in on the fun. All you need are a few basic supplies, and you can create awesome […]
Get ready for summer’s patriotic celebrations with this easy-to-make star garland. It’s perfect for all sorts of decorating indoors and out—as long as it’s not raining 🙂 You’ll need these supplies for the garland: Red, white, and blue cardstock Twine, narrow ribbon, yarn, string, or embroidery floss Quick drying liquid adhesive Star garland templates Let’s […]
Hey there! I’m Lexi, a member of the Bowdabra Design Team. Get ready for a tutorial that will help you create the easiest hair bow ever. So super easy and kids Make it with the Mini Bowdabra. Hey, crafting should be fun, right? So, let’s jump right in, grab your materials, and let’s rock this […]
Who doesn’t like perler beads? In addition to being fun to create with, they help to build a child’s eye-hand coordination and fine motor skills as well as color recognition. Design options are unlimited—follow a pattern or create a random, free form design. The young artist can use perler beads to make a notebook cover […]
Hey there! I’m Lexi, from the Bowdabra Design Team. Today, we’re going to create a repurposed wall hanger! It’s a clever way to use a wall hanger or shelf leaner from a different season, giving your decor multiple uses. The best part is that you don’t have to pack the seasonal wall hanger away when […]
Bag tassel charms are a quick and easy way to jazz up any handbag, tote, or backpack. And, they are fabulous Mother’s Day gifts!! Start with these supplies for a tassel bag charm: 9″ lengths of a variety of narrow ribbons, tulle, fun fibers, yarn, twine, embroidery floss, etc. 20″ length of embroidery floss or […]
Hi everyone! My name is Jace, from Jace’s Shamrock’s Cereal Drive and Cuddle Babies Rescue Pet Food Drive. I’m super excited to be here today with the Bowdabra Design Team. I’m going to show you how to make the cutest pet collar bow ever! This is going to be so much fun. Get ready, […]
Surprise mom with the perfect Mother’s Day gift—a decorated kitchen set made specially for her. Personalize it using her favorite colors, or coordinate shades and patterns to compliment her kitchen decor. Here are the supplies that you’ll need: Kitchen utensil set with wooden handles Acrylic paints Dishwasher safe ModPodge Paint brushes Follow these instructions […]
Hey, everyone! It’s Lexi from the Bowdabra Design Team, and I’ve got a super fun and cool party decor idea for you all. Whether you’re a kid or an adult, this one’s gonna be a hit! We’re gonna take a regular piñata and give it a makeover to make it look way more fun and […]
Share St. Patrick’s Day wishes with this lucky leprechaun gnome greeting card. It’s made with a technique called paper piecing. But, don’t let the name fool you—this technique is adaptable to all sorts of mediums like art foam, vinyl, balsa wood as well as paper and cardstock. We’ll be making a greeting card with this […]
Make a Valentine’s Day meal special with elegant napkin rings, but don’t tell anyone how quick and easy they are to make. Get the kids in on the celebration when they help to make these adorable napkin rings. Supplies that you will need: Toilet paper roll 24″ length 6″ tulle Valentine embellishments of your choice […]
Use napkin collage technique to make a no-fail winter picture frame. These are the supplies that you’ll need: Unfinished picture frame Winter-themed paper napkins or finger towels Flat artist’s paintbrush Small round artist’s paintbrush ModPodge Water Ultrafine glitter (optional) Acrylic paint (optional) Let’s make a napkin collage picture frame: First, you need to prepare your […]
Hey there, it’s Lexi from the Bowdabra Design Team! I’ve got something super awesome to share with you. It’s our magical butterfly gift bow that turns into a cool fridge magnet. How cool is that?! You know when you get a gift, and it’s all wrapped up with a fancy bow? Well, our butterfly bow […]
Hi, I’m Lexi with the Bowdabra Design Team! Are you ready to have some festive fun and create your very own special inexpensive ornament that will become a keepsake for years to come? I’m here to show you a super cool craft that’s perfect for kids (and adults) like you! Whether you want to add […]
Looking for a perfect accessory to create unforgettable photos? The Bowdabra dog collar garland is a perfect addition to add holiday charm to your photos! Hi, I’m Lexi from the Bowdabra Design Team! Let your furry friend shine with style and flair. Discover the magic of our garland and capture picture-perfect moments that will melt […]
Hi, I’m Lexi from the Bowdabra design team, and I’ve got an awesome kid friendly, fun Halloween wreath ! It’s super cool and really easy to make. Let’s dive right in and create some awesome spooky decor. Materials: 2 – Packs of 60” x 30” Creepy (Cheese) Cloth 1 yard of 2.5” wide Twinkling Ribbon […]
Hi, I’m Lexi with the Bowdabra Design Team! Get ready to enhance your pet’s style with our easy and adorable Mini Pet Collar Bow. Let’s make your furry friend the most stylish pet around! Materials: 10” long, 2.5”wide piece of ribbon 2-1/2″ Tiny Sheer Dots Ribbon : Bowdabra 5” long, 1.5”wide piece of ribbon 1-1/2″ […]
Hi, I’m Lexi from the Bowdabra Design Team, and I’ve got an exciting DIY project for you – a cute pumpkin-inspired backpack bow! It’s versatile, perfect for any occasion, and best of all, you can make it in just a few minutes using the Mini Bowdabra. So, let’s dive in and get our […]
Leaf Gnome Magnets are the perfect autumn decoration with their splash of vibrant fall colors. Icing on the cake is that they are so-o-o-o easy to make. Follow along with this tutorial and make your own leaf gnome magnet. Here are the supplies that you’ll need: Colorful artificial autumn leaves Acorns (real or artificial) Scraps […]
Hi there, I’m Lexi, and I’m thrilled to be back with another exciting Bowdabra tutorial! As a member of the Bowdabra Design team, I’m always on the lookout for creative and fun crafting ideas. And today, I have something truly adorable to share with you: the DIY autumn Burlap Rosette Bow. Fall is just around […]
The first day of the school year is always a milestone. Remember it in the years to come with this perfect First Day of School All About Me book. Kids will have fun filling in the information all about them and drawing pictures. There’s even a page for a self-portrait. Besides being fun, this all […]
Hi, I’m Lexi from the Bowdabra Design team! As the leaves begin to change and the crisp autumn air sets in, it’s time to embrace the enchanting beauty of fall. And what better way to celebrate the season than by adorning your hairstyle with a DIY pumpkin inspired ponytail bow? In this blog post, I’ll […]
Hi, I’m Lexi from the Bowdabra Design Team and I’m excited to share with you a fun and easy DIY project that you’re sure to love! In this blog post, I’ll walk you through the steps to create an adorable Bowdabra Paw Print bracelet using just a few simple materials. In this DIY you will […]
Transform two canning jar rings to make this cute snowman decoration that is the perfect wintertime home décor piece. Here are the supplies that you’ll need to make your snowman decoration: 1 large canning jar ring 1 small canning jar ring Hat and Holly Template 40″ length 1″ white ribbon 36″ length 1″ white ribbon […]
Be ready to celebrate patriotic holidays with this cute and easy to make clothespin Uncle Sam. Gather these supplies: One pinch clothespin One popsicle (craft) stick 12″ white yarn Black, red, and blue markers Craft glue or double-sided adhesive Let’s make Clothespin Uncle Sam: Cut the yarn into three 4″ lengths, and knot together in […]
This DIY mesh teacher’s goody gift bag is a great way to put a little bit of your creative self into a thoughtful gift for the teachers in your life. It’s a lovely way to say “thank you” to a teacher. And the best part, it’s so easy and simple to make! Materials Needed: 10″ […]
Hey guys, it’s Lexi from the Bowdabra Design Team! Today, I’m going to show you how to make a super cute Flower Bowdabra Ponytail holder by using Dollar Tree Lei’s and the Mini Bowdabra. It’s really easy and you can make it all by yourself too. So, let’s get started and have some fun making […]
Are you looking for a hard to buy for dad? You can create this useful and personalized Father’s Day gift quickly and inexpensively. The supplies are simple, gather some rocks on an outing and then create your desk organizer. Personalize with some paint pens and you are all set for a gift you father will […]
Are you a crafter or a ‘Cool Kid Crafter’ looking for a fun and sustainable project? Look no further! In this tutorial, we will make fun pompoms using up cycled plastic grocery bags and bottles. Not only is this a great way to show your team spirit, but it’s also an environmentally friendly way to […]
Crystal from Make it Easy Crafts shows kids how they can make spring friendship bracelets for practically nothing. Once you make one you will want to make several in all colors! So let’s get started! Materials: Pack of Green and yellow mini rubber bands or desired two colors Two pencils 3 inches of wrapped floral […]
Whether it’s for a hobby, for fun, a ‘kid-preneur’ business, or even a birthday party activity, it’s so much fun to create jewelry pieces! Today Lexi is showing you how you can easily make these adorable and easy dangle earrings. Let’s get started! Crafters 4 Kids Jewelry making tutorial dangle earrings by Lexi Supplies: Two […]
Show your Irish spirit with this easy-to-make shamrock banner. You only need these supplies: Two 8½” x 11″ sheets of tan cardstock Variety of solid and green patterned paper scraps 24″ twine or narrow ribbon Liquid glue, glue stick, or double-sided adhesive Shamrock Banner templates Let’s make the Banner: Print the Banner templates. Trace the […]
Happy New Year!! Kids will love creating their own New Year’s kid’s craft puzzle using craft sticks. There are two template options—one is a coloring page the young artist can color and the other is already colored. How to make a kid’s craft puzzle You’ll need these supplies: Happy New Year templates 12 craft sticks […]
The best thing about these beaded snowflakes is that you don’t have to shovel them!! All you need for these snowflakes are pipe cleaners and beads. Any beads will work as long as the hole is large enough for the pipe cleaner, such as perler beads and pony beads. How to easily make beaded snowflakes […]
It’s almost that time when holiday greetings will be coming to your mailbox. Be ready to display those lovely cards with this Christmas card display. Here are the supplies you’ll need: Mini Bowdabra Bow Making and Design Tool 15″ length Bowdabra bow wire 2′ length 4″ tulle Three 4″ lengths 5/8″ patterned ribbon Three 4″ lengths […]
The kids are back to school. The morning air is turning crisp. Time to think about fall decorations—especially ones that young artists can create or help to create. Here’s a fun banner that’s highlighted with easy-to-make bows created using the Mini Bowdabra. Here are the supplies that you’ll need: For the banner: Two 8½” x […]
Pom poms are such a fun craft project!! There are so many things you can create from a yarn pom pom. Here’s a pattern for an easy, do-it-yourself pom pom loom. Here’s what you’ll need to make your pom pom loom: Scraps of corrugated cardboard Pom Pom Loom template Craft knife or scissors Liquid glue […]
Kids of all ages like to color. Use a grown-up mandala coloring page and markers to personalize a back-to-school notebook cover. Supplies that you’ll need: Your choice of mandala templates: Circular Mandala, Lotus Mandala, or Simple Mandala Cardstock Markers, crayons, or colored pencils Liquid adhesive or double-sided tape How to Personalize a Notebook Cover: Print […]
Get ready for school with this back-to-school bookmark. It’s made using felt scraps, hot glue, and a large paper clip. Let’s make the bookmark together: Print and cut out the Bookmark Flower Shapes. Trace the flower shapes on the felt scraps. You’ll have four flower shapes—one large circle, one small circle, and two petal shapes […]
Kids will have loads of fun raiding the felt scraps and button box to make this felt flower summer bouquet. Gather these Supplies: Scraps of felt Buttons Straws or coffee stirs Green patterned ribbon (optional) Scissors Large Flower Shapes template Medium and Small Flower Shapes template Hot glue Here’s how to make the Felt Flowers: […]
Backpack tags seem to be all the rage with the younger set. And unique luggage tags make it easy to identify your suitcase on the baggage claim carousel. You can make some truly OOAK (one of a kind) tags by reusing potato chip bags and other plastic food bags. Used plastic-coated bubble wrap mailers are […]
Windsocks are so much fun!! With a little yarn and a recycled water bottle, your young artist can create this Fourth of July windsock. You only need a few supplies: Empty plastic water bottle Permanent marker Hole punch (or hot nail held with pliers) Red, white, and blue yarn Here’s how to make the patriotic […]
This outdoor hide-a-key makes a unique Father’s Day gift. Finding camouflage supplies is half the fun of creating this great gift. And you’re helping the environment by recycling a pill bottle. Here’s the supplies that you’ll need: Empty pill bottle Brown, black, and green permanent markers Stone, pinecone, large twig, or fairy garden figurine E6000 […]
Make this Mother’s Day treat box from just one sheet of paper!! Printable templates for a large and small heart treat box and an oval one are included. Just add a couple drops of glue or double-sided tape and you’re ready to surprise Mom with her own special treat. You’ll need these supplies: One sheet […]
A fragrant sachet makes a wonderful Mother’s Day gift. Scatter these sachets among lingerie and linens to scent the items. Hang them in closets to ward off musty odors. Place them in luggage to keep suitcases smelling fresh. Sachets date back to the 1400s when garments—and people—were not frequently washed. Sachets perfumed the person, masking […]
Encourage mom to take time to relax with these bath salts. They make a perfect Mother’s Day gift, and they are easy to make. We’ll even make a presentation container for them. Recipe for the bath salts: ¼ cup Epsom salt 1 Tbs. baking soda 3 drops essential oil (optional) 2-3 drops food coloring 1 […]
Kids can make this cell phone lanyard guard for under $5. What a great gift idea for anyone on their list who has a cell phone!! Here’s what you’ll need: 1/8 yard of strong, thin material—I’ve used waterproof canvas from Walmart and olefin fabric from Hobby Lobby Lanyard Guard pattern template Double-sided tape Lanyard (I […]
Make this sustainable Valentine yarn heart using materials that are generally non-recyclable—styrofoam and yarn. Stryrofoam is made from polystyrene, a material that isn’t biodegradable, therefore not recyclable. But what about yarn?? Why can’t that be recycled? It’s all about what yarns are made of—problematic blends, natural yarns, man-made filaments, plastics, dyes, and metals. This makes […]
Since plastic glitter is a no-no for recycling, let’s make salt glitter—an eco-friendly alternative. Glitter is made from tiny specks of metal or plastic that are too small to be screened out during the recycling process. This makes it a microplastic. When glitter gets into the water system, it can be consumed by plankton, fish, […]
Most commercially available glues, adhesives, and tapes are not environmentally friendly. Glues and adhesive contain compounds that contain plastics. Tapes—including masking tape and painter’s tape—use plastics as a carrier for the adhesive. So, what to do? Make your own environmentally friendly, recyclable glue—and use it to make this clever gift wrap idea. Here’s how to […]
Help the environment this holiday season by recycling and repurposing cereal boxes into handmade gift boxes. It’s so easy to do!! All sorts of kitchen cardboard containers can be reused as gift boxes—almost anything that comes in a box— crackers, cereal, tea bags, oatmeal, rice. You’ll need just a few supplies: Empty cereal (or other) […]
Kids can make the perfect coffee mug gift with just a couple supplies. And, it can be done for under $5!! Here are the supplies that you’ll need: Coffee mug—These are usually available from a dollar store, but do scope out local thrift shops for some great mugs. Sharpie oil-based paint marker—While regular Sharpies will […]
A time capsule is a fun way to remember the school year. It’s like a journal or diary in a bottle. Young artists will have a great time decorating their own capsules. Here’s what you’ll need: Empty soda bottle Cardstock for label Markers Variety of embellishment—pom poms, ribbon, rhinestones, googly eyes, etc. Liquid adhesive or […]
There are so many uses for empty toilet paper rolls!! Using them in art and craft projects is a great way to reuse and recycle. These holiday napkin rings are one of my favorite kids’ art projects. For the napkin rings you’ll need: Empty toilet paper or paper towel rolls Miscellaneous craft embellishments—ribbon, netting, tulle, […]
Kids can make this patriotic tea light using a toilet paper roll and craft sticks. How to make a patriotic tea light You need just a few supplies: Toilet paper or paper towel roll Craft sticks Red, white, and blue acrylic paint Liquid glue Scissors Battery operated tea light Double-sided adhesive (optional) Embellishments (optional) […]
With just a little bit of paint, kids can create their own patriotic paper plate wreath. They can use the paper plate wreath to decorate the door of their rooms and more! What could be better the supplies are inexpensive and readily available. So, let’s get started! You’ll need these supplies: White paper dinner plate […]
If the kids are looking to make something for Mom this Mother’s Day this DIY is perfect. Personalize a mini first aid kit she can tuck away in her car, kitchen, or sewing room? Simply pop down to the local department store and pick up a mini first aid kid available for under $2. (You […]
Hey kids! Use a water bottle to make an adorable piggy bank. All the easy instructions follow. Materials Needed: Small 8 oz Water Bottle Pink & Black Paint – Acrylic or • Finger-paints Pink Paper Black Crayon Pink Pipe Cleaner Adhesive googly eyes Glue or Glue Dots Kid’s craft recycled piggy bank Begin by […]
How to make a super cute bunny with recycled materials Hey kids! Want to make a super cute bunny to decorate for Easter with recycled materials? Read on… Have I got a fun craft for kids and parents to do together! Did you know that styrofoam blocks – the kind you find as the packing […]
Plant-able seed bombs are in season all year round. They can be made in the middle of winter and stored until planting time. Kids of all ages enjoy making the seed bombs, planting them, and giving them as gifts. Gather these supplies: Junk mail and scrap paper Small molds Fine sieve or strainer Blender Water […]
Kid’s craft- upcycled a plastic bag into a super fun kite Recycle items from around your home into a day of fun outdoors! Let’s make a super fun kite! A great project for all ages and a fun way to keeps the kids and parents alike, entertained! Supplies: Plastic Bag Craft Scissors Two barbeque skewer […]
Upcycle a styrofoam plate into a stunning flower with a few easy steps! Kids will love making these to give to their mothers or special friends. Make a bunch of styrofoam flowers for the perfect Mother’s Day bouquet. Bowdabra designer, Gail takes you through the easy steps in this kid’s craft DIY. You will need: […]
Hey everyone, I’m Simply Shalese, here to make something awesome with you guys! Today we will be making an adorable headband perfect for any occasion. Let’s get started!
In this quick video, DIY Sandy Sandler shows you how to get the whole family involved as you craft this amazing paper ornament. Make the ornament in all colors and when Christmas rolls around you can decorate an entire tree for pennies! Bowdabra paper ornament Materials: Bowdabra Bowdabra bow wire Construction paper cut into strips, […]
Are the kids bored staying in the house? Why not craft together? This Tic-Tac-Toe game is a super fun craft to do with the kids! This super easy Video shows How to Make a Magnetic Tic-Tac-Toe game and board while you are staying at home. Have fun and make some wonderful memories. How to make […]
Due to the recent stay at home orders, many people are crafting to pass the time. Reading is another productive pastime. What better way to get kids crafting and reading than to make a fun bookmark tassel? I bet you didn’t know that Bowdabra is a multi-function tool that allows you to easily create […]
School will be starting soon or in some places already in session. The kids may be eager to get started but don’t send them to school with an ordinary homework folder. Craft together to make a personalized and fun back to school homework folder. The family that crafts together forms lasting bonds of love. Updated […]
Having a birthday party or kids group? For a different kind of favor with the kids try these fun personalized beach buckets. Just cover an outdoor table with paper and grab some dollar store beach buckets, paint, and brushes from the dollar store and let the kids personalize each one. Then, add a Bowdabra bow as […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here today sharing how to create decorative party treat favors. With summer parties and graduations on the horizon, these party treat favors are not only quick to make, but the recipients will love them! Decorative party treat favors Supplies: Bowdabra Bow Wire Ribbon Boxed candies Place the Bow Wire in the […]
Watch this quick and easy video and learn how to make this amazing Father’s Day gift. Show Dad that he is number one! How to make an Amazing Father’s Day gift Materials: Bowdabra Bowdabra bow wire 1 giant paper clip Burlap ribbon 9” x 16” Gold splatter ribbon two, 2 ½” x 8” Green polka […]
We always talk about bows. We show you how to make them, use them, and wear them. And we secure them with Bowdabra bow wire, but do you really know how amazing Bowdabra bow wire actually is? You can use it for all sorts of thing including a Bowdabra bow wire friendship bracelet! First of all, […]
Are you looking for a simple and fun craft you can do with kids? This adorable Bowdabra bow bookmark is the perfect craft to make with your kids. The Bowdabra bow bookmark is perfect for gifting to mom, grandma, and friends. For an extra special gift add a Bowdabra bow bookmark with a favorite book! Pretty […]
Kids of all ages will have fun making this patriotic t-shirt with crayons and sandpaper for a bangin’ Fourth of July. T-shirt with crayons and sandpaper Supplies for Making the Patriotic Tshirt Tshirt 150 grit sandpaper Cardstock or cereal box for the star masks Three pieces copy paper Double sided tape Crayons Iron Instructions for […]
Watch as Bowdabra creator Sandy Sandler shows you how to make an adorable Cinco de Mayo tutu. Although we are sharing this as a Cinco de Mayo tutu it is a fun project for any time year. Materials: Bowdabra Gold Bowdabra Wire 16″ Elastic Band (18-24) 18″ Strips of Green Tulle (8-16) 18″ Strips of […]
Watch this quick video and follow along with Sandy as she shows you how to make a sweet tote bag for your little girl. This would be perfect to put some Easter candy and treats in lieu of an Easter basket. And the best part is that the lucky little girl will have a cute […]
You can make this cute little pompom bunny in just about any color yarn you may have. I made mine in gray yarn but he would look equally adorable in pink, white or any pastel color. Make your pompom quick and easy using the Bowdabra bow maker tool, or any pompom maker you may have […]
March is National Craft month and you can celebrate by making this magnetic tic-tac-toe game. It’s a fun craft for the whole family! Watch and follow along as Bowdabra creator Sandy Sandler shows you how to quickly make this charming little magnetic tic-tac-toe game. What a great craft for kids and adults alike. Materials: Mini […]
Watch this video and follow along with Bowdabra creator Sandy Sandler as she makes an adorable fun feather headband. This headband is perfect for a little girl, however, adults will love it too. It’s so quick and easy with Bowdabra you will want to make more than one! Materials Bowdabra Bowdabra Bow Wire (22″) Tulle […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here to help you get ready for a Friendship Gift Package Exchange. With summer here, what better time to gather the kids and have them make up friendship gift packages. Gather all your supplies and let the kids have fun creating gifts for their friends. Then have them decorate gift bags […]
Use the mini Bowdabra to magically turn an ordinary elastic hair tie into a fun patriotic rosette ponytail holder! Did you know that you could use the Bowdabra to quickly make little ribbon rosettes? Depending upon the thickness of your ribbon, it will end up rounder with thin ribbon and thicker ribbon will result in […]
Make this adorable magic wand in minutes. Do you want a fun little project for the kids? Your kids will have lots of fun with this adorable little magic wand. It’s so easy to make in just minutes with the Bowdabra. The shiny silver and gold scrunchie ribbon makes this magic wand extra magical and […]
Teach your kids to craft with this easy and fun shamrock hair clip. Crafting together with your children is a bonding experience that makes memories to last a lifetime. This shamrock hair clip is easy enough for kids to create with a little help from mom or dad. The scrunching ribbon is so much fun […]
Are your kiddos ready for Halloween? With four kids to outfit, we like simple costumes. I also like pairing clothing with easy accessories for an inexpensive costume. By combining a black shirt and leggings with these DIY Cat Ears, you’ll have a quick costume that can actually be comfortable to wear on Halloween. Supplies: Mini […]
Welcome to Bowdabra Saturday Crafty Showcase with Halloween Crafts Ideas! The Crafty Showcase begins Friday night at midnight and ends on Thursday at 11:59am (eastern time). On Friday, our Bowdabra Designers will pick their favorite projects (it is NOT an easy task) and share them at the weekly post. Stop over and check out the […]
Welcome to Bowdabra Saturday Crafty Showcase Linky Party! Share your projects on your blog with us! We love getting inspired by you each week. We hope that you get inspired by the others who share here, too! Each week we will pick our Feature Friday Favorite Five, which we will post in our weekly Feature […]
We love hosting our weekly crafty showcase for all of you. Each week we get inspired by all of your creations. We love featuring your projects throughout the week on our social media channels and some even make it in our Feature Friday or today’s weekly crafty showcase post. Keep sharing with us! This week […]
Ready for some crafty showcase fun? We host this party every Saturday. Now that we are in a new month, the link party will be open all month long. We will promote your projects on our social media channel throughout the week and feature some of our favorites on our blog on Friday and/or Saturday. […]
Happy Independence Day! If you are looking for some easy kids activities to keep the kids from going stir crazy we have some for you. We found these great ideas in our weekly crafty showcase and from our Designers. Do you have any favorite kids activities? We’d love for you to share them in our […]
We love creating new crafts for every season. Our favorite type of crafts are patriotic crafts. The kids love finding new ways to decorate using red, white and blue!I Most of our patriotic crafts stay up all year long. One of our favorites is making a ribbon windsock. This is an easy kids craft which […]
Welcome to our feature Friday series. This is our way of showing off some of our favorite projects from friends who shared with us in the Crafty Showcase. This week we picked a few super crafty projects that are just plain fun! We hope that you like them, too! Ready to learn more about these […]
Create a busy bag/box for your toddler with felt, paint and the Bowdabra. My three year old loves playing with felt so I created a Valentine’s Day color matching busy box. Busy Bags typically are constructive activities for your toddler that fit in a zip lock bag. These felt hearts will make fun Valentine’s Day […]
Every year I host a Snowman party in January. This year I decided that I wanted more games during the party. So, I created a Snowman bowling game. This craft is a perfect indoor activity for your children and their friends. It is easy and I’m pretty sure you already have the supplies at home. […]
Sandy Sandler, of Bowdabra shares how to make Christmas tree ornaments with her video tutorial. These easy paper ornaments are a perfect craft for kids to make. Using some slips of paper and brads – these ornaments come alive with dimension and holiday cheer! Finish each of these paper ornaments with a beautiful Bowdabra bow.
October is National Apple Month so be sure to make this quick and easy clip for your daughter, niece or granddaughter. She will be proud to wear an Apple in her hair that month. These apple clips are also a perfect addition to back to school outfits. Materials Needed: Mini Bowdabra Bowdabra Bow Wire Hair […]
Watermelon crafts are fun for kids of all ages. The watermelon design is bright, colorful, and screams summertime! Here are some simple kids craft ideas for summer crafting fun. Watermelon Sun Visor: This homemade sun visor is great for outdoor fun at parks, beaches, or a lazy day at the pool. Kids will love creating […]
Those dreaded words that cause parents to cringe; ”œI am bored, and there is nothing to do.” Summertime or rainy day boredom can be hard on both kids and parents! Here are some easy summertime kids craft ideas to keep those little ones active and entertained. From my own experiences, I have found once the […]
All week is Kids Crafts on our Bowdabra Blog! Learn how to make one size fits-all ribbon rings. This is the perfect craft for a little girl’s birthday party or rainy day craft. Make rings for yourself or give them as gifts. Materials Needed: Adorable Lavender Gingham Bobbin Ribbon Burgundy Ombre Picot Bobbin Ribbon Stars […]
Kids, especially little girls, will have so much fun making these clothes pin fairies! This is a wonderful craft for birthday parties, playgroups, or to rainy day summer boredom. These fairies are great for pretend play or even to be hung in a bedroom window or bedroom door knob for a decoration. Materials Needed: Old […]
Create bouncy balls with ribbon streamers perfect for kids crafts, summer fun, birthday party games and favors, or a day of catch at the park, beach, or in the backyard. Kids can make their own streamer bouncy balls using a tennis ball, sheer ribbon, and the Bowdabra. Children can use the balls to play catch […]
