A growing list of textile and fabric lesson plans, ideas, crafts and activities for kids of all ages.
A minty-fresh take on the traditional art of batik. Using toothpaste and paint, kids will create fabulous one-of-a-kind batik masterpieces.
Ages: 5-8 yrs, 8-11 yrs, 11-14 yrs, 14 yrs+
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Levels: Primary, Junior, Middle School, High School
Help your child infuse everyday objects with sentimental brightness with these five kid and adult-friendly DIY gift ideas.
Learn how to make a wreath using a clothes hanger and scrap bits of fabric.
A collaborative art project where the work of many is combined to create one work of art.
Kids can create a memory of little hands that mom can keep with her forever.
Learn how to tie dye and use your new skills to decorate a pillowcase.
You can create your own yarn painting using glue and scraps of yarn and wool.
Ages: 5-8 yrs, 8-11 yrs, 11-14 yrs, 14 yrs+
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Levels: Primary, Junior, Middle School, High School
A great way to use up those scraps of fabric, yarn and other found objects is to make a fabric assemblage or collage.
Ages: 5-8 yrs, 8-11 yrs, 11-14 yrs, 14 yrs+
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Levels: Primary, Junior, Middle School, High School
You can use baby wipes to make colorful tie dyed items. A nice, easy and clean introduction to tie dying.
