Tag Archives: teen crafts

Tie-Dye T-Shirts

I recently did a tie-dying activity with some twelve and thirteen year old girls and they had a blast. The project was simple enough that younger children could also create their own tie-dyed t-shirt with a little help from mom or dad. You will need: A white t-shirt Rit dye Water Rubber bands Plastic gloves Metal Bowls (plastic with get dyed) and plastic cup OR Spray bottles or Squeeze bottles Directions: 1. Start by creating the design that you want on your t-shirt. When making a large spiral design you grab the middle of the shirt and start twisting it … Continue reading →

Teen Crafts: Bulletin Boards

If your teenager collects pictures of friends or celebrities or has other odds and end lying around or taped to his or her walls, try these bulletin board ideas. These ideas will give your teen the perfect place to organize and display photos and memorabilia, and he or she will have fun putting them together. *These ideas will also work for smaller children’s rooms or play rooms, but younger kids will need some adult assistance. Furry Bulletin Board You will need a large picture frame (with the glass removed), a thin piece of craft wood or cork, and some cool … Continue reading →