Now that it’s autumn, our happy little scarecrow’s job is over, and he has time to visit with friends, some of them are crows! Hanging out in the pumpkin patch is a perfect way to catch up with friends and to make plans for the coming winter. Enjoy coloring or painting our Pumpkin Patch Scarecrow …
Easter Egg Window Art
After our crazy winter, it might seem hard to believe that Spring is just around the corner, but it is! We also have an early Easter this year. If you haven’t started any spring crafts yet, our Easter Egg Window Art may well be your perfect first project. Easy to do and with such beautiful …
Origami Paper Star Tutorial :: Lucky Stars
This origami paper star tutorial will teach you how to make these beautiful and whimsical mini paper stars. You don’t need much to make the origami Lucky Stars. You can either purchase origami star paper strips that are ready to go, or cut your own. Origami Paper Star Materials: Strips of paper that are 3/8-3/4 inch …
Watercolor Folded Paper Star Lantern
Today we are making this traditional Waldorf style Watercolor Folded Paper Star Lantern. You can use your child’s art work or scrap book paper for this project. When I was updating our homepage last week to showcase candle projects, I was surprised to find that we have never shared this project on Wee Folk Art before. …
Ombre Rainbow Tissue Paper Lantern
After I put away all the Christmas decorations, what I miss the most are the twinkle lights. January is still a very dark month so I enjoy having a variety of colorful lanterns around the house. This Ombre Rainbow Tissue Paper Lantern is a great kids craft that also looks beautiful in your home. You can …
Russian Teacake Recipe :: Snowballs
My Nana’s favorite Christmas cookie has always been Russian Teacakes. When my mom went to visit my Nana last week, she had to make sure to have a double batch of Russian Teacakes to take with her. Also know around here as “Snowballs,” some of you may be familiar with this Russian Teacake Recipe, since …
Stacked Wool Felt Christmas Tree Ornament
I found a cute stacked wool felt Christmas tree ornament at a store a few years ago. When people see it, all my friends and family all assume I made it. Although I didn’t make that one, I have always intended to create a similar pattern. Today I’m sharing my version of the Stacked Wool …
Ribbon Candy Felt Ornament Pattern
This ribbon candy felt ornament with wooden beads came to be because I had a bunch of 1 inch wide felt strips left over from my paper inspired felt onion ornaments. I also had a stash of wooden beads left over from our felt tree garland project. Ribbon Candy Felt Ornament Materials wool felt ruler …
Cut Away Window Felt Ornaments Tutorial
These Cut Away Window Felt Ornaments are a fun craft for adults and kids alike. With just two simple stitches, a bit of craft glue, and a small amount of wool felt, you can play with different shapes to make a bunch of different Cut Away Window Felt Ornaments. Cut Away Window Felt Ornaments Materials …
Paper Strip Inspired Felt Ornaments
Here is another easy-to-make felt ornament that was inspired by the popular paper strip ornaments. My girls had a dance convention last weekend and I had lots of sitting around time to get some crafting done. It had to be easy and not require a lot of concentration or supplies. I pre-cut a bunch of …
Wool Felt Christmas Ornament Accordion Ball Pattern
This simple wool felt Christmas ornament pattern is easy and fun to make. It mimics a traditional honeycomb folded paper decoration. Play with different color combinations to make fun patterns or use a single color for a simplistic look. Wool Felt Christmas Ornament Accordion Ball Materials wool felt embroidery floss to match jar lid or …
Autumn Leaves Craft – Black Glue Resist
Few things make me as happy as an autumn landscape… unless, of course, it is a huge pile of fall leaves to frolic in with wee ones or dogs! Our Autumn Leaves Craft brings the beauty of autumn colors indoors using a technique that is new to many people… black glue resist. This is a …