Best buys for crafting with kids
Crafting is a great way to spend time with
the kids, keeping them entertained for hours and allowing the whole family to
have fun. The scope for activities is extensive, meaning you can always find
something new to do and teach the little ones a new skill.
This can also be a cheap hobby – especially
when you purchase the right equipment. Here are some must buys when you want to
start crafting with your children:
1. Non-toxic
pencils or crayons
Non-toxic coloured pencils are the best
option for drawing and colouring-in activities since, unlike paints and felt
tips, they are less likely to mark furniture or stain clothing. They are also
inexpensive and last for a long time when you use a good sharpener.
Over-threes who may have difficulty using
pencils should be equipped with non-toxic wax crayons instead. Check out the My FirstCrayola range.
2. Stencils
Stencils are extremely versatile and can be
reused again and again, making them a really cost-effective piece of crafting
kit. Alphabet stencils are a great first purchase, allowing youngsters to
create neat messages on any project – StencilWarehouse has a range of fonts and sizes available to suit your needs and
preferences.
There are more inventive designs available
too, including children’s stencils made especially for small
hands. With everything from dinosaur and animal to football and flower shapes
available, you will be able to find one that suits your kids’ likes.
3.
Safety scissors
Safety scissors are specially designed to
keep children safe from harm, and products like these Helix children’s scissors have plastic blades which mean kids can cut paper but
not hair.
However, you should always closely supervise your little ones when
they are using them.
Encourage them to create a collage using
old magazines; cut out paper dolls, lanterns or snowflakes; or help them make
greetings cards and paper chains. MarthaStewart offers more inspiration for child-friendly paper crafts.
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