The
blistering cold weather, dangerous ice, and heavy snow fall during the winter
months make it difficult for parents to keep their children busy. The days
indoors accumulate, and it is common to find yourself allowing your children to
spend hours in front of a TV or computer. We compiled five of our favorite kid-friendly
indoor crafts to use in your Sunroom this winter. Keep your children’s minds
and creativity engaged while adding a frosty whimsy to your Sunroom this winter!
FOR OUTSIDE YOUR
SUNROOM: ICE ORNAMENTS
There
are only three supplies that are necessary to complete this colorful décor. The
rest of the decorations utilized in this craft is completely up to what you can
find in your backyard and within your home.
You
will need: boiled water (cooled), string/yarn, 6” or 8” plate of any shape,
leaves, flowers, seeds, fruit, glitter
or any other natural decorative items.
FOR INSIDE YOUR SUNROOM:
STAINED “GLASS” BUNTING
With all the natural light your
sunroom brings year-round, these stained “glass” bunting decorations will bring
color and whimsy to any sunroom. With under 10 supplies needed to create this
look, your kids will be entertained for hours decorating their unique bunting
flag.
You
will need: white paper, sewing machine or ribbon/glue gun, cookie sheet, old
towel, oven mitt, crayons, liquid or regular water color paint, paint brush,
vegetable oil.
YARN HEARTS
The
sun will seep through these colorful hanging ornaments, giving a pop of color
where ever they are. While some adult help is required to complete these DIY
dream catchers, the result will be worth it.
You
will need: rustic floral wire, wire cutters, yarn of any color and scissors
FOR THE SUNROOM GLASS:
SNOWFLAKE WINDOW CLINGS
Let
creativity fly rampant with these sparkly snowflake window clings. Unique as every
child, these snowflake window clings can be made in any shape, size, or color.
You
will need: puffy paint, glitter, tape, a large freezer bag, a snowflake template.
MESS-FREE WINDOW PAINT
Leave
the mess on the inside of the bag with window paint arts and crafts that is
completely mess-free. Teach children about colors, practice your writing
skills, and even try your hand at some math. This craft is visually stimulating
to children of all ages.
You
will need: large clear plastic resealable bag, paint, masking tape.