SWEET TWEETS

Posted on June 22, 2022 by GlitterQueen

sweet tweets-1Whether making these for Valentine’s Day, or to celebrate the coming of spring, you and the kids are going to have so much fun making these little “sweet tweet” birds.These birdies are simple to make using plastic spoons, wooden doll pins and a wooden heart (or large button) to make the birdie stand. Paint, google eyes and feathers make the birds colorful and unique.
Very easy to make, paint and decorate.
Consider using the birdies as puppets.

Find the tutorial for Sweet Tweet in the Valentine’s Day Projects Gallery in the sidebar.

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WHAT IF…..?

Posted on June 22, 2022 by GlitterQueen

Just when you think you’ve seen it all,well, what if. The Second through the Sixth grades played this game by drawing a picture of what they imagined it would be like if certain strange things happened.  Everyone chose a What if from a list they were given. The kids had a great time with this project notice their drawings. We glued a caption on each picture to tell which item they had chosen from the list. There is a list included in this project, but you can make up your own if you prefer.  The directions and pictures for “What it……. Grade”  can be found in 2nd through 6th  Grade Projects Gallery in the sidebar.

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REINDEER ANTICS

Posted on June 22, 2022 by GlitterQueen

reindeer antics 1I’m sure that at this time of year, all Santa’s reindeer are excited about Christmas. In my imagination, the littlest reindeer are also anticipating receiving gifts, which have them jumping and tumbling with joy.
So, to share this mental image, I’ve made a reindeer pattern, so you can make a classroom display of reindeer fun. Find the tutorial for this “North Pole Reindeer Antics” in the Christmas Projects Gallery in the sidebar. Click on the image at the left for a larger version of the image.

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WINTER CALM

Posted on June 22, 2022 by GlitterQueen

winter silence-5The weather is cold and it’s been snowing. Even though I don’t particularly like cold weather, I do appreciate the quiet and beauty of falling snow. This art project is simple and I expect to see a wide variety of interpretations of the directions. I like using silhouettes because the images don’t have to be perfect. You can find the directions for this art project in the 5th Grade Projects Gallery in the sidebar.

Click on the image above for a close up look at the art project.

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LEARN HOW TO DRAW A ZENTANGLE

Posted on June 22, 2022 by GlitterQueen

zentangle-the doodleHave you ever noticed the doodle art called Zentangle? I find this method fascinating and I found some articles that I believe would be perfect for elementary art classes.
Wikipedia says, “The Zentangle Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. Almost anyone can use it to create beautiful images. It increases focus and creativity, provides artistic satisfaction along with an increased sense of personal well being.”
This fascinating use of repetitive patterns is shown in easy-to-understand language in the articles I’m recommending. To find the articles I’m recommending, go to Zentangle Tutorials in the Miscellaneous Projects Gallery in the sidebar.

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STIFF PAPER TOWEL GHOSTS

Posted on June 22, 2022 by GlitterQueen

ghosts-kThese paper towel ghosts are made rigid by using Mod Podge painted paper towel sheets over a, Styrofoam ball and chenille stem, skeleton.  Slightly watered down white glue can be used instead of the Mod Podge, but the ghost is a little more flexible when dry. These ghosts are super easy, and loads of fun, to make. The pictured tutorial for making these Posable Paper Towel Ghosts can be found under the HubPages Gallery in the sidebar. Click on the image for a larger view.

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PAINTED PAPER TOWEL CATS

Posted on June 22, 2022 by GlitterQueen

cats 9Sometimes, after finishing a painted art project and having used paper towels to clean up, you notice that the paper towels are a beautiful print. Instead of throwing them away, you can use them to make these painted paper towel cats. Or, you can stain the paper towels specifically for this project, as I did for these cats.
The Cats are made using stiffened paper towels. Find the instructions for this project, Stained Paper Towel Cats, in the Miscellaneous Gallery in the sidebar. Click on the image above for a larger view.

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ABSTRACT DANDELION FIELD

Posted on June 22, 2022 by GlitterQueen

abstract dandelions 4eI saw an acrylic painting, called “Abstract Dandelion,” by an artist who sells her paintings on an Etsy site at M.Schneberg. This painting made me wonder what everyday item could be used to make the finely grouped lines needed to paint the dandelion seed head. Although it would be nice to be able to copy each tiny seed parachutes that make up the seed head, there just isn’t time in an hour art class. Since abstract means that it doesn’t really exist, but gives an idea of what we are trying to convey, I think my solution for painting a dandelion fits the “abstract” distinction. Although any class can make this art, you’ll find the instructions for this project, “Abstract Dandelions,”  in the 5th Grade Projects Gallery in the sidebar.

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