Melinda in VT Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 (edited) I am not a person who likes crafts. I never was, even as a child. My youngest son, however, very much is. Because shopping is not convenient where we live, I'd prefer to stock a craft cabinet with stuff so he can make projects out of books without me having to go out shopping for specific supplies. Suggestions? I've recently added Popsicle sticks, twine, and fabric to our crayons, paper, scissors and glue. What else should I stock up on? Edited July 15, 2012 by Melinda in VT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinder Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 pony beads straws pompoms balloons markers paper plates coffee filters hole puncher scotch tape stapler paints/brushes water colors/wc pencils little leftover jars for holding water for painting foam sheets Can you tell my dd loves crafty activities? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferdie Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 We have a little craft area with the following: thin markers, thick markers, crayons, colored pencils, water colors, face paint, modge podge with small foam brushes, scrapbook paper, construction paper, felt and foam, stickers, foam stickers, various size google eyes - my kids love these, pipe cleaners, white card stock cut in half and folded ready to make note cards, 4 3/8" X 5 3/4 envelopes for note cards - get these at Walmart, and of course, glue, glue sticks, tape and scissors. Have fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geo Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 (edited) I am not a person who likes crafts. I never was, even as a child. My youngest son, however, very much is. Because shopping is not convenient where we live, I'd prefer to stock a craft cabinet with stuff so he can make projects out of books without me having to go out shopping for specific supplies. Suggestions? I've recently added Popsicle sticks, twine, and fabric to our crayons, paper, scissors and glue. What else should I stock up on? Add these over time: Felt - different colors, styles, textures Tacky Glue, Fast grab, Quick dry, etc...less time to set or dry, = reduced frustration (try the small multi-pak at walmart) Lots of different types of paper in assorted colors, sizes, and weights like cardstock, construction, printer paper, tissue, mylar "tissue" paper, watercolor paper, sketch. 11x16 is perfect for folded "books". Stapler and lots of staples..attachment is as much fun as decoration Tape....tape is empowering :D like duct, cellophane, packing, etc.. Prismacolor color pencils...improves the overall quality of the artwork Watercolor pencils - draw and the brush with water Wiki sticks (beeswax coated string) Beeswax or other non-hardening modeling clay Air-Dry Clay...for pinch or coil pots and other creations Washable tempura paints Watercolors - liquid types make for more intense colors=better results Sparklies - confetti stars, glass blobs, googly eyes, feathers, fur, leather.... Dollar woodcraft kits from Michael's Chenille stems, or pipe cleaners Magnetic adhesive "buttons" Cardboard tubes Styrofoam balls, assorted sizes Low-temp hot glue gun Wire and wire cutters - floral wire, craft wire, beading wire...wire is fun and largely reuseable! Beads - (appropriate for the user) wood beads for doll/people heads, not just necklaces Wool roving for hair, animal bodies (find on ebay-1/4 to 1 oz will do) For a creative craft lover, new supplies are always inspiring! Keep an eye out for unusual materials. Edited July 15, 2012 by Geo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dobela Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 I buy whatever is on clearance and just add it to the stash. In addition to the above, my dd loves fabric scraps stickers scissors with different edges those decorative hole punches paper with plain backs and envelopes from junk mail glitter colored glue sequins tissue paper rubber stamps and pads sponges for painting (shapes, or she makes her own designs) stencils I also keep on hand old magazines for cutting, comic pages for cutting and inspiration. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 I can tell you one thing that does NOT: Glitter :glare: DD has oh so much fun with it and tries so very hard, but it just ends up *everywhere.* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melinda in VT Posted July 15, 2012 Author Share Posted July 15, 2012 It's a sign of my non-craftiness that I don't even know what some of these items are. :lol: I'm googling and making a list. I think I can pick up some of this as I'm picking up school supplies, and the child in question has an early October birthday, so I can use some of these as great birthday presents. I'm :bigear: if people have more suggestions. Thank you!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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