Makeshift Creations

Makeshift brings you fun, creative art workshops for children across Leicestershire!

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My wonderfully #festive t-shirt and jumper designs are available for both children and adults. Buy an alternative #Christmasjumper you won't find on the high street and get the whole family matching!

Just go to https://t.co/MacBb3vIk3 and click on the Christmas tab!

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Make your own leaves from magazines, newspapers or coloured paper! Have fun playing with different layouts, teach your kids about symmetry or let them create their own imaginative patterns! #kidsart #kidscraft #recyclematerials #papercraft #recycledart

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It's Bonfire Night or Guy Fawkes Day! What are your plans tonight? Enjoying a few sparklers in the garden or staying cosy inside with a toffee apple? Whatever you do, stay safe and enjoy some time with your loved ones!

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Here is a simple activity for kids to create their own firework displays! Use magazines and newspaper and cut out bright, fun shapes. Think rockets, catherine wheels, shooting stars! With a bit of imagination, children will come up with brilliant and dazzling creations. #kidcraft

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Let your kids create their own Skull Masks this halloween! Cut out your skull shape from a paper plate, draw some scary features and stick to a lollipop stick. Now they are ready to get up to some tricks!
#halloweenart #halloweencraft #kidsart #kidscraft #skullart #skullcraft

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Mirror Monsters! Get in the spooky spirit and create some scary painted monsters. Fold your piece of paper in half, open out and paint half a monster's body on one side. Fold over again and press down to spread the paint. Open out and reveal your mirrored monster!
#halloweenart

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Stick People are so fun to make! Grab some paper, pipe cleaners, feathers and any other embellishments to give your stick some personality. Another great craft to plan around a walk in the woods, so you can collect your nature materials!
#kidsart #kidscraft #naturecraft

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Some ideas for kids art storage:
📌Trolley – portable to move out of the way when not in use
📌Baskets/Boxes – great to keep materials organised and in easy reach
📌Peg board – organise a variety of materials in one space
📌Shelves – materials on display are easy to find

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Tis the season for collecting leaves! Here is a really simple art activity to use your leaf stash. Draw a tree shape on paper and cut up the leaves to stick to the branches! Keeps small hands busy and engaged at home, as well as during your walk in nature.
#autumnleaves #kidsart

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Ahoy me hearties, it be #TalkLikeAPirateDay Here are some crafts to embrace the pirate spirit!
⚓️ Make a pirate telescope by taping a paper cup and cardboard tube together - add any seaworthy decorations!
⚔️ Create a treasure chest from an eggbox and fill with shiny coins!

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Did you know #CheeseburgerDay exists? Well it's today and you can honour this delicious creation by crafting your own burger and toppings from paper plates, pipe cleaners or lollipop sticks!

Credits:
https://t.co/iLLvIGkVH5
kixcereal
craftprojectideas
thecleverfeather

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It is Working Parents Day and time to celebrate all the efforts of parents working hard to support their families!
#workingparentsday #workingparents #workingparent #worklifebalance #celebrateparents

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My goal is to help families be more creative at home, without them needing special materials so that parents can plan simple activities for their children, even if they claim to lack any artistic ability! Go to https://t.co/rPHN86lFP0 for new art ideas.

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#ZeroWasteWeek starts today and I am passionate about reducing waste. A lot of the art ideas I share online use items you can find in your household recycling! When I plan art workshops, I try and save lots of recycled materials and come up with different ways to use them.

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Through the Kids Art Club, I help families be more creative at home without needing special materials, so that parents can plan simple activities even if they claim to lack artistic ability! My step by step video tutorials give them the confidence and skills to get creating!

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Enthusiasm for a subject is important. Does your child struggle to concentrate on art activities? What else holds their interest? They could draw themselves in a TV show, create a new cover for their favourite book or arrange their toys into a still life scene and draw!

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A favourite moment in my art workshops came when a very shy girl finally spoke to me. I was pretty much the same as a child myself - terrified of speaking to adults! So I never pushed her to respond, just occasionally asked her questions to show I was interested in her work.

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There is no right or wrong way to make art! Children learn new skills, express their thoughts and ideas, socialise with parents, teachers and other children. The benefits of simply trying art are many! What does your child gain?
#exploreart #tryart #kidsart #childrensart #artplay

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Newspapers and magazines can become intriguing models and works of art! By rolling up the pages, you can create a solid paper tube. Make them long and create a sculpture or cut them up to make 3D artwork. Lots of possibilities, so get rolling!
#recyclingart #recyclingcraft #paper

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When I help families be more creative, they learn new skills and develop confidence in their artistic ability. They come away with new ideas and inspiration. Their enthusiasm and passion for art is ignited, encouraging them to make creating together a regular part of their lives!