The Art Of Crafting
Arts-and-crafts projects are one of the cornerstones of camp activities. It is important to plan and organize these projects so campers understand what’s expected.
Nature-Based Arts And Crafts
One of the most magical aspects of summer camp is that it opens a child’s eyes to a world of nature filled with artistic opportunities that cannot be experienced anywhere else.
Polymer Clay the Easy Way
Polymer clay is a wonderful medium for craft projects because you do not need a kiln to fire the clay. Polymer clay is the generic term for a family of man-made clays that are supple and pliable until baked, at
Crafting A Journal
Journals make great camp projects as well as wonderful camp keepsakes. Whether your kids are camping for a day or for a week, a journal is the perfect place for them to jot down their experiences.
Quick Crafts
It's always nice to tie arts and crafts in with the idea of all that camp entails, rather than doing them to simply fill time or programming space. Here are some interactive craft projects that can be done with
Pulp to Paper
Papermaking is one of the easiest and exciting crafts that can be done with all age groups with little trouble or experience. Once you've poured and couched your first sheet of handmade paper, you'll be
One More Time Again: Recycled Crafts
It's easy to observe campers engaged in an arts and crafts project and wonder, "How do they use so many supplies?" Glue, paints, wiggle eyes, chenille stems, fake fur, and fuzzy pom poms seem to disappear as
Crafting Smiles
What would camp be without those special arts and crafts projects campers make on a regular basis? Crafts provide an opportunity for creativity and communication. Children easily share thoughts and ideas
Spinning Yarns
After several decades of resting in the corner of my living room--and basically serving as a decoration--my spinning wheel is back in use.
Make A Recycled Jump Rope
Hop to some crafty fun by making jump ropes from recycled plastic newspaper or grocery bags! Naturalist Danette Rushboldt of MetroParks Serving Summit County in Ohio shows you how in this video: