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Artists Helping Children

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We have a new craft 
planned for every day.

 

November 17

Origami Kitty

 

November 24

Thanksgiving Centerpiece

 

November 29

Puzzle Piece Wreath

 

December 2

Paper Cup Angels

 

December 6

Puzzle Piece

Christmas Tree

 

December 12

Hannukkah Frame





Ice Cream Bead Pattern Click here to print

What could be more yummy in summer than this Ice Cream Bead Pattern created by the FreeKidsCrafts Team.


Supplies

Lanyard Hook or Key Ring

2 Feet of Bead Cord

1 Red Pony Bead

16 Pink Pony Beads

16 Tan Pony Beads

Glue

Scissors

White Glue


Click here for printables

Instructions

Stiffen the ends of the cord with white glue. Let dry. Tie a lanyard hook or key ring to middle of the cord. On the right hand cord string on one  red pony bead. With the left hand cord go through the same bead in the opposite direction. Pull on both cords, tightening the beads up close to the lanyard hook. Repeat with the second row, stringing on 4 pink pony beads. Weave a total of seven rows using the pattern as a guide. Tie off each cord close to the last bead. Dab a bit of white glue on each knot. Let dry. Trim.



   




Contributor

Terri Bose of MakingFriends.com

http://www.makingfriends.com/

Terri is the creator of makingfriends.com, freekidscrafts.com, scoutswaps.com and badginabag.com. Her work is republished all over the internet and is considered the queen of kids crafts.


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