Browse down this page for descriptions and illustrations of the projects in date order, then select a project and have some crafting fun!
Collapsible Box (Apr 21, 2025) - Learn how to make gift boxes in just the right size! This versatile project includes printable patterns and instructions for drafting custom boxes. Designs for holidays like Mother’s Day and Valentine’s Day are included, along with options for organizing your craft space or creating reusable storage.
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Marbled Eggs Friday Fun (Apr 18, 2025) - Learn a simple swirling technique that transforms dyed eggs into colorful, marbled works of art! Each decorated egg is unique and easy to make.
VERY EASY
Half-Moon Petal Envelope (Apr 14, 2025) - Elegant and easy to fold, these petal-style envelopes are perfect for wrapping small gifts or storing keepsakes. Choose from a variety of sizes and designs to suit any occasion—from birthdays to everyday surprises.
VERY EASY
Jelly Bean Carrots Friday Fun (Apr 11, 2025) - Turn simple materials into cheerful candy carrots! This quick craft blends creativity and presentation, with fun results that double as party favors, gift toppers, or springtime treats.
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Jumping Origami Bunny Friday Fun (Apr 9, 2025) - A playful variation on the classic origami leaping frog, this quick-folding bunny hops with just a tap! Great for introducing kids and beginners to the joy of paper folding.
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Fun Shaped Cards (Apr 7, 2025) - Make your spring greetings stand out with cards shaped like bunnies, chicks, and flowers. This craft is simple enough for young children and crafters with special needs, yet flexible enough for creative personalization. A cheerful choice for birthdays, thank-you notes, or springtime hellos.
VERY EASY
Basic Egg Dyeing Friday Fun (Apr 4, 2025) - Learn how to make a simple dye bath for vibrant Easter eggs. Whether you keep them solid or try a marbling technique, these eggs are sure to brighten your holiday display!
VERY EASY
Easter Suncatchers (Mar 31, 2025) - Welcome spring with a simple paper craft that brightens any space. These egg– or bunny–shaped designs aren’t just for windows—hang them from an Easter basket handle, tuck them into a handmade card, or turn them into a mobile! The project also includes coloring sheet patterns, perfect for toddlers and preschoolers.
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Chinese Paper Lanterns Friday Fun (Mar 28, 2025) - Brighten up any occasion with these colorful, easy-to-make paper lanterns. Using just a single sheet of paper, you can create festive decorations perfect for parties, seasonal displays, or fun crafting with kids.
VERY EASY
DIY Scoring Board (Mar 26, 2025) - Create crisp folds and elegant embossed designs with a custom scoring board you can make yourself! Perfect for handmade cards, paper rosettes, and other paper crafts, this simple tool adds precision to your projects without the need to buy a commercial version.
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Triangle Board Solitaire (Mar 24, 2025) - Solitaire isn't just a card game! This craft lets you create a triangular board solitaire game designed for marbles, offering a fresh take on a classic game. Whether you make a quick 'print, cut, and play' version or a sturdier board, it's a fun way to explore different game strategies.
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Recycled Paper Notepads (Mar 21, 2025) - Give new life to used printer paper by turning it into handy notepads! This upcycled craft is a simple way to reuse paper from home or office printing while making something both practical and giftable. Keep a stack on hand for lists, notes, or to jot creative ideas!
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Card with Money Pocket (Mar 19, 2025) - Add a built-in pocket to your handmade greeting cards for gifting cash or checks—no separate envelope needed! This versatile technique works for tall and folded cards, making it perfect for birthdays, graduations, and more.
VERY EASY
3D Paper Circus Seal (Mar 17, 2025) -Craft a playful circus seal with a drum stand, juggling rings, and a ball for its act! This is the first project in the Under the Big Top series, where you can create an entire three-ring circus from paper.
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Ring Toss Game Friday Fun (Mar 14, 2025) - Craft your own ring toss game with handmade rings and stakes! This classic game of skill is great for all ages and can be played indoors or outdoors. Perfect for family game nights, gatherings, and even as a homemade gift, complete with easy-to-follow rules!
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Interlocking Box (Mar 10, 2025) - Master a unique box-making style with interlocking sides that create a bold design. Customize with patterns or colors to make gift-worthy packaging for cookies, brownies, and more!
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Paper Doll Chains Friday Fun (Mar 7, 2025) - Master a classic paper cutting technique! Start with traditional paper doll chains, then explore creative themes for any season or celebration. These easy-to-make paper decorations add charm to parties, classrooms, and home displays.
VERY EASY
Shamrock Strip Folding Cards (Mar 5, 2025) - Create a St. Patrick’s Day card with a shamrock design and a dimensional paper frame. Strip folding adds depth and texture, transforming a simple print into a layered focal point.
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Embossed Cards (Mar 3, 2025) - Add a touch of elegance to your handmade greeting cards with embossing! This tutorial guides you through simple techniques to create raised designs without the need for expensive tools. Perfect for making personalized, textured cards for any occasion.
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Clip-Art or Photo Puppets Friday Fun (Feb 28, 2025) - Turn clip art, magazine pictures, and coloring book cutouts into stick puppets for creative storytelling and play! You can even use your own photos to make a puppet cast featuring family and friends. This simple craft is easy to personalize and fun for all ages.
VERY EASY
Interlocking Box with Shamrocks (Feb 26, 2025) - Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with this festive interlocking box, perfect for holding treats or small gifts. The shamrock-covered lid and green-patterned base create a charming holiday look. Explore the Interlocking Box craft project for instructions and more patterns.
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Pentagon Box with Shamrock (Feb 24, 2025) - Create a festive five-sided box decorated with shamrocks for St. Patrick’s Day gifting. This pentagonal-shaped box features an attached lid and can hold small treats or trinkets. Explore the Pentagon Box craft project for additional sizes, colors, and patterns to customize your design year-round.
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Gift Tags from Recycled Cards Friday Fun (Feb 21, 2025) - Repurpose greeting cards and paper scraps into custom gift tags for birthdays, holidays, and special occasions. Mix and match colors, shapes, and designs to create unique tags that add a personal touch to any wrapped gift. These tags can also be bundled into sets for a creative fundraiser or craft fair.
VERY EASY
Five-Sided Box (Feb 17, 2025) - Make five-sided boxes with pentagon-shaped top and bottom lids that tuck neatly inside. Choose from printable patterns in multiple sizes and colors, including a festive Jingle Bells design for holiday fun! These versatile boxes nest for storage and can be used individually or stacked for a striking display.
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Spy Glass Color Wheel Friday Fun (Feb 14, 2025) - Discover the magic of color mixing with this creative craft! By layering cellophane in the primary colors—red, blue, and yellow—kids can explore how colors combine. Then, they can look through the spy glass to see everyday objects in a whole new hue.
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Custom Envelope in Any Size (Feb 12, 2025) - Need the perfect envelope for a handmade card or letter? Learn how to draft a pattern to create an envelope in any size, using just a few simple measurements.
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3-D Heart Valentines (Feb 10, 2025) - Create a striking three-dimensional heart-shaped Valentine that stands out! Use it as a hanging decoration, a pop-up card feature, or a gift box topper. While this craft may be tricky for little hands, Aunt Annie includes a simplified version just for kids.
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Valentine Flag Banner Friday Fun (Feb 7, 2025) - Create a charming Valentine’s Day banner with simple-to-cut paper flags decorated with hearts. Strung together with yarn or string, this no-pattern-needed project is an easy way to add a handmade touch to your home or classroom. Hang it in a doorway, over the mantel, in a window, or on a bulletin board to brighten up any space!
VERY EASY
Heart Collapsible Box Patterns (Feb 5, 2025) - Make a heartfelt keepsake with these free printable box patterns! Featuring charming heart designs, these collapsible boxes are perfect for gifting small treasures. They fold flat for easy storage and can be used for Valentine's Day, Mother’s Day, or any special occasion.
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Heart Silhouette Cards (Feb 3, 2025) - Make Valentine's Day cards that stand out! Inspired by Leaf Silhouette Cards, these designs use heart silhouettes and sponged paper techniques to create eye-catching cards with a touch of artistry. A fun and simple way to add handmade charm to your Valentines!
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