In one of our recent summer camps for girls here in Aldie, Virginia the Junior Girl Scouts earned their Gardener badge by completing several fun outdoor projects and sewing gardening themed items too! Our DIY Kids Terrarium Craft is awesome for a birthday party, project idea when earning the Gardener GS Junior badge, or just […]
A stunning suncatcher wind chime the kids can make that was inspired by our fun tin can wind chimes, mixed with our nature suncatchers.
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These great ideas for scout crafts for your troop are all quick and easy. They are great for scouts or any group of kids that need craft ideas!
Quick and easy yarn bracelets for tweens and teens to make and trade. This 10-minute craft requires just 2 supplies: yarn and pipe cleaners.
Looking for some inspiration for Girl Guide and Girl Scout SWAPS? Check out these 27+ easy and adorable SWAPS ideas and projects that kids can craft!
These great ideas for scout crafts for your troop are all quick and easy. They are great for scouts or any group of kids that need craft ideas!
Looking for some inspiration for Girl Guide and Girl Scout SWAPS? Check out these 27+ easy and adorable SWAPS ideas and projects that kids can craft!
Looking for some inspiration for Girl Guide and Girl Scout SWAPS? Check out these 27+ easy and adorable SWAPS ideas and projects that kids can craft!
REAL FLOWER SUNCATCHERS - This is such an unusual and fun way for kids to preserve flowers and they look gorgeous on the window!
These great ideas for scout crafts for your troop are all quick and easy. They are great for scouts or any group of kids that need craft ideas!
Learn how to build a catapult! This STEM activity is so fun for kids and needs just a few simple supplies! Plus learn history in the process.
These great ideas for scout crafts for your troop are all quick and easy. They are great for scouts or any group of kids that need craft ideas!
Looking for some inspiration for Girl Guide and Girl Scout SWAPS? Check out these 27+ easy and adorable SWAPS ideas and projects that kids can craft!
Looking for some inspiration for Girl Guide and Girl Scout SWAPS? Check out these 27+ easy and adorable SWAPS ideas and projects that kids can craft!
For troops on a budget who want to earn badges, there are several retail establishments that will provide free Girl Scout field trips for your girls.
We LOVE making Jeweler here at Cupcakes and Lace in Loudoun County Virginia, especially for the Jeweler Junior Girl Scout badge. Make this super adorable (and totally wearable for adults too!) necklace when working towards your Jeweler badge…or just for fun! Supplies: Bead Landing brand Value Pack Pastel beads (you can really use any […]
Last year, my 3rd grade Girl Scout troop did a variety of art projects. One of the badges we earned was the Outdoor Art Creator Badge. Here are some of the activities we did to earn the badge. I th…
Scout Crafts for your Troop - get 30 quick and easy ideas that your troop will love! These can also be used to keep the kids entertained! #kidscrafts
Looking for some inspiration for Girl Guide and Girl Scout SWAPS? Check out these 27+ easy and adorable SWAPS ideas and projects that kids can craft!
My oldest daughter is going on her first Girl Scout overnight with her troop this weekend. This means time to make some SWAPS (Special Whatchamacallits Affectionately Pinned Somewhere). I pinned several examples to my Girl Scouts board on Pinterest and showed them to my daughter. She loved the lollipop SWAP. I was thankful because this was an EASY SWAP to make and I had all the supplies already except the little pins for the back. You just twist two pipe cleaners together. Cut them in half and curve each half into a swirl. Cut candy sticks in half and hot glue to the back. Finally, hot glue a pin to the back. Ella and I really enjoyed making these together! I'm excited to see what SWAPS she brings back home with her tomorrow! It's always fun to see what other people come up with.
This is what a local Cadette Girl Scout troop does for our Service Unit to make meetings easier for the moms in attendance.
Spring has officially sprung, and Girl Scouts everywhere are looking forward to more sunshine as summer approaches. But there’s more to do than soak up the sun—a Girl Scout’s work is never done! Br…
These adorable minion Girl Scout SWAPS are super easy and fast to make, and inexpensive. They were a huge hit! Hope your little one will like them.
Kite SWAP
It is always fun to get the family outdoors and enjoying nature by taking a fun camping trip. Sometimes, it can get a little boring for kids, but that is where having some fun camping crafts for kids ready to go comes in. These camping crafts will help keep children interested in camping while being creative as they make the crafts. As children are working on crafts, it could be a great learning opportunity for them as well!
Looking for some inspiration for Girl Guide and Girl Scout SWAPS? Check out these 27+ easy and adorable SWAPS ideas and projects that kids can craft!
Looking for some inspiration for Girl Guide and Girl Scout SWAPS? Check out these 27+ easy and adorable SWAPS ideas and projects that kids can craft!
Looking for a natural easy kids craft for earth day? All you need is a few plants or flowers and some clay. Roll the imprint of the spring flowers into the clay for a beautiful impression. This is a project you will want to try!
If you are looking for a fun camp craft idea for scouts or a summer craft for tweens, then this soda straw weaving bracelet is perfect! Read on to see how to do straw weaving. Your child will love making colorful yarn bracelets.
These campfire swaps originally appeared as part of the Crafty Camping Weekend post, but it has become so popular it now has a post of its very own. In case you were wondering, it is totally possible, and actually a really good time, to take a bunch of kindergarten girls camping for two nights. I wasn’t crazy enough...Read More »
Kunin® Felt is a division of Foss Performance Materials. All Kunin Felt products are proudly made in the USA in our Hampton, New Hampshire facility. Kunin provides the hobbyist, crafter, and creative individual with premium eco-friendly felt that sets the standard for excellence in quality and functionality. The felt is ideal for a wide range of crafting projects, including those with die-cutting, gluing, or sewing elements.
Time is valuable so fill it with wonderful experiences and great memories. You can do this is with your family or your entire girl scout troop! These trefoil photo displays are simple, letting the focus be on having fun! This listing is for 1 trefoil kit. Check out my group bundle if buying for your whole troop! https://www.etsy.com/listing/1158255352/girl-scout-activities-girl-scout-craft?click_key=2cefabef87764f872182d873d64fafe38f5a3a05%3A1158255352&click_sum=ca46dd2f&ref=shop_home_active_5&frs=1 Kit includes: - trefoil photo display - nails already added (so no hammers needed) - string (of your color choosing) - template and instructions - metal spiral on top to display a picture in after stringing your trefoil (like a group picture of the friends making it with you!) **Have fun learning a new skill and follow me on Instagram @joyful_imperfectionz for video tutorials in my story highlights.** SIZE • Wood block approx 5 inches tall by 3.5 inches wide CUSTOMIZATION • You can customize the wood stain color, string color, vinyl color if applicable • If you would like to customize a sign please message me before purchasing and I can answer all your questions. FAQs • What is the metal swirl on top? The metal spiral is great for displaying a picture, recipe, quote or to-do list in. It is wire and can be bent and adjusted to hold whatever thin paper you would like to show off. • Is it hard to keep clean? Not difficult to keep clean. I like to use the brush attachment on my vacuum to clean. But you can also gently brush off dust with a dry rag. • What if my piece comes damaged? If a piece arrives damaged please let me know and I can work with you on the best solution. PROCESSING TIME • Items are made to order and can take 3-5 business days to be created before they are shipped out. • Customizations and orders with multiple pieces may take longer to ship. If it will take longer than 5 days I will message you directly when I see your order and keep you updated throughout the process. • Please Note: The exact color or hue might also vary due to your computer display, tablet, laptop, cell phone, monitor or screen's resolution and video settings. • Please handle with care in case of sneaky splinters. Committed to quality products that bring joy to your home. Each piece is handcrafted from up-cycled wood and has its own unique markings, wood knots and coloring. From prepping and cutting the wood to size, to the sanding, staining, hammering and stringing; every piece is individually handcrafted from start to finish in Southern California. However, perfection and exact replicas are not always possible due to the specific piece of wood and because of the nature of handcrafted items. But I embrace the joy in the imperfections to create a one of a kind string art piece to display in your home with pride. Be sure to check out the rest of my designs. https://www.etsy.com/shop/joyfulimperfectionz You can follow me on Instagram @Joyful_Imperfectionz for new designs, behind the scenes and more!
Here is how my troop did the Mission Sisterhood Senior Journey Take Action Project in a day.
Candy SWAPs Snack SWAPs Drink SWAPs Marshmallow – S’more SWAPs Meal SWAPs Back to Home Page
Your Cub Scout can make a handmade hiking stick. This fun craft project is useful and can bring back fond memories when they hike with it for years to come.
Earth Day is a great time to teach your girl’s about saving the earth and making a difference. Earth Day is always celebrated on April 22nd. It raises awareness for the environment and care of our planet. Did you know? The first Earth Day was started in 1970, which means the 50th anniversary will be in 2020. More than 1 billion people in 192 countries take part in Earth Day activities. It started out because their was so much smog and pollution in the world. Now we have several endangered species that are at risk for extinction including bees, giraffes, coral reefs, whales, elephants, and insects. How can you celebrate Earth Day? Here is a list of things to start with that you could do all year long not just on Earth Day, but if you are not doing it now April 22nd is a great day to start. This is a great list to share with your girls and discuss as a group to see what the girls can do at home and every day to make the world a better place. Reduce, reuse, recycle Conserve water Shop wisely (Use reusable bags) Use long lasting light bulbs Use non-toxic chemical at home and work Bike more drive less Start a compost in your garden Switch to paperless bills Use refillable water bottles Turn off lights, fan or t.v. when you leave the room. Don’t leave the water on when you brush your teeth What To Do With Your Troop On Earth Day Beyond just discussing with your girls what Earth Day means and how they can make a difference to helping the planet here are 14 great ideas for your troop to do on Earth Day. They come from another amazing Scouting blogger so be sure to subscribe to her blog as well. Even more ideas…. Making Seed bombs Plant a tree Clean the beach Volunteer for a cleanup in your community Start a vegetable garden in pots or a small plot Create posters with environmental themes and ask teachers to post them in their classrooms. Inspiration: Helping our planet is another great focus for a Gold Award or take action project. Here is a story about a girl who focused on Water pollution for her award. There is so much this planet needs lets all step up and make a difference. Earth Day Every Day Teach your girls more about what it means to take care of the earth we live in. One of my favorite picture books that covers the subject great is called “Earth Day Every Day” This book will take you on a adventure to discover how everyone can be a planet protectors. Teach your girls how to reduce, reuse, recycle, and more with this adorable picture book. Earth Day With My Troop Over the years our girls have done a number of things to help the environment. One of their favorites was when they decided to do a cleanup day in our neighborhood with our troop. The girls each brought gloves and and a trash bag. We also did a photo scavenger hunt related to Earth Day and protecting earth. The trash and recyclables were separated and the recyclables were dropped of at our local recycle drop center. After we were all done we stayed at the park and had a pizza party. Earth Day Scavenger Hunt, Bingo, and 4 Corner Game Activity Booklet This booklet includes everything to put on a Scavenger Photo Hunt for Earth Day event. Girls will search and find items and take pictures of the items they find. They will also have fun taking pictures related to each letter of the alphabet associated with why we celebrate Earth Day: Clean water, land, and air. It also includes 2 games to play as a group during the event: Earth Day Bingo and the 4 Corner game. Learn more and get your booklet now. Fun Patch Ideas Depending on the area you are focusing on for your event you will love one of these adorable fun patches from Madaboutfunpatches.com BIGFOOT CAN DO IT SO CAN YOU! LEAVE NO TRACE PATCH ENDANGERED SPECIES SLOTH INSPIRED PATCH, SLOWLY BUT SURELY, I WILL HELP SAVE YOU FUN PATCH WADDLE WILD PENGUIN SCOUT PATCH Where else can I get resources for Earth Day? One of my favorite sources online is Makingfriends.com. Here is the direct link to the home of everything they have for Earth Day and Outdoor Service Projects. Earth Day Ideas For Kids – Pinterest Board Everyone can do their part to keep our planet clean. The more we educate our younger generation the cleaner our planet can be. We can all make the world a better place.
Looking for some inspiration for Girl Guide and Girl Scout SWAPS? Check out these 27+ easy and adorable SWAPS ideas and projects that kids can craft!
By Deborah Bracken My neckerchief slide experience reckons all the way back to my days as the young daughter of a Den Mother and the little sister to a Cub Scout. I remember watching my mom pour p…
These great ideas for scout crafts for your troop are all quick and easy. They are great for scouts or any group of kids that need craft ideas!
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Looking for a fun camp craft for kids? Learn how to make a sit upon with duct tape! This colorful duct tape sit upon is perfect for sitting on around the fire.
