Crafts

Since you are here on The Mixed-Up Files, it’s safe to say that you are a book lover like me. Book related crafts can be great gifts or be a fun way to personalize your own collection. Every now and then, I make a little gift for my favorite librarian and leave it on her desk. She thinks there’s a library pixie, but actually it’s just me, M.G.

Click on the links below for great book-related craft and gift ideas. If you have a craft activity for you or your favorite bibliophile (that’s a fancy word for book-lover), tell us about it so others can try it out!

SUMMER CRAFTS AND ACTIVITIES:

When you’re handed lemons…

…make smoothies! Mixed-Up Files author Diana Greenwood shares some kid-inspired smoothie concoctions the whole family with love!

https://fromthemixedupfiles.com/for-kids/crafts/chill/

…create some lemon science! Mixed-up Author Lill Pluta shares some great ideas to experiment with those extra lemons!

https://fromthemixedupfiles.com/for-kids/crafts/lemon-science/

…have a party! Mixed-Up Author Diana Greenwood shares ideas for a summer lemonade party!

https://fromthemixedupfiles.com/for-kids/crafts/summer-lemonade-party/

SPRING CRAFTS AND ACTIVITIES:

GREEN-THEMED CRAFTS: Check out this great link with loads of ideas for crafts using recycled materials. Green is busting out all over. For more spring-themed fun, try this origami activity and create your own blooms while waiting for those in your neighborhood to sprout.

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WINTER GIFT AND CRAFT IDEAS

Never forget that books make great gifts. Consider giving classroom teachers a gift card to your favorite bookstore or donating a book in your child’s name to your child’s school library. Bookmarks can be fun and personal stocking stuffers along with a favorite book. A nice pen set and personalized journal can be a special treat for your up-and-coming author. A book on writing, like Bird by Bird or Stephen King’s On Writing can inspire your favorite adult writer. Here are a few new craft ideas for kids and parents alike. Don’t forget to check out the previous craft suggestions at the bottom of this page for more gift ideas with a personal touch.

Help maintain long-distance relationships with the encylopedia of cousins:

http://familyfun.go.com/crafts/the-encyclopedia-of-cousins-674752/

Start a new tradition with a family comic book with super heroes you know and love:

http://familyfun.go.com/crafts/family-story-comic-book-674705/

Make a fun and edible spelling game:

http://familyfun.go.com/winter/winter-crafts/more-winter-crafts/w-i-n-t-e-r-bingo-675087/

Welcome your guests and make a keepsake of your visits with this guest book:

http://familyfun.go.com/winter/winter-crafts/more-winter-crafts/household-guest-book-664820/

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Book-Themed Crafts

Fun-to-browse site with dozens of craft ideas arranged by age, by category, and by materials needed. Easy-follow, printable directions:

http://familyfun.go.com/back-to-school/back-to-school-crafts/school-supplies/back-to-school-supplies-pg-918166/view-all/