9 DIY Winter Crafts

KIWI Magazine

Some days it’s a little too chilly to play outside, but there are so many fun eco-crafts your kids can create while keeping warm indoors. Upcycled snow globes: Grab a variety of kitchen containers, such as jars, salt shakers, or syrup jars, to create upcycled snow globes in three easy steps. You’ll also need a hot glue gun, a blender, …

Make An Origami Balloon

Make an Origami Balloon

Samantha Mellone

Start out with a square piece of paper. (You can purchase origami paper or cut your own.) Create creases within the page based on the diagram below. You’ll need to fold your square in half both horizontally and vertically, as well as diagonally in both directions. Lay your paper flat and open on your surface. Start pushing your horizontal crease …

Milk Carton Birdhouse Feeder

MaterialsMilk carton (1-quart size)ScissorsPaint (two different colors)SandpaperButtonsCereal box or other used piece of cardboardNontoxic glueRickrack or ribbonCraft stick or tongue depressorKnifePeanut butterNewspaperBirdseedString or wire Instructions1. Wash out the milk carton, then cut out the plastic spout but save the plastic cap. Use it to trace a circle about halfway down the front of the carton. 2. Once the carton is …