Since
I don't have any children of my own, I asked my eight year old nephew
if he would like to help me out with this project. He jumped at the
chance and came right over. I of course had visions of the cute
projects that we would make together....and as you know, sometimes
things just don't go as planned. Cole's mind was racing with all of the
fun supplies he could do anything with, and he was not at all interested
in my plans.
So, I ended up making this Sock Snowman. He was so quick and easy to make - and adding the May Arts Ribbon, made him look spectacular. To create this little cutie, just take an old sock and cut off the foot. Turn the sock inside out and gather one end with a heavy rubber band. Turn back right side out and fill with rice. Close the top with another rubber band. Tie ribbon for a scarf and to create the neck. Fold the foot portion of the sock to form that hat. Embellish with ribbon and buttons.
So, I ended up making this Sock Snowman. He was so quick and easy to make - and adding the May Arts Ribbon, made him look spectacular. To create this little cutie, just take an old sock and cut off the foot. Turn the sock inside out and gather one end with a heavy rubber band. Turn back right side out and fill with rice. Close the top with another rubber band. Tie ribbon for a scarf and to create the neck. Fold the foot portion of the sock to form that hat. Embellish with ribbon and buttons.
May Arts Ribbons:
Now here is the card my nephew made. Since he just had his Veteran's Day program last week
at school, he wanted to make a Marine card. It probably didn't help that
he was eating Frito's as he made his
card - but it was made with love :) And we still had fun together
(which is the main point!)
Thursday
Friday
Adorable snowman!
ReplyDeleteI love both projects, and how fun! My son always enjoyed doing arts and crafts when he was younger. Then he regained interest when he turned 21. Kudos to you for helping your nephew develop creatively! hugs, de
ReplyDeleteBoth of your projects are so sweet!
ReplyDeleteADORABLE snowman Gini!!! He looks SO CUTE and FUN to make - think I might have to try my hand at making some sock Olaf's with my nieces now - THANK YOU for sharing your tutorial & inspiration!!!
ReplyDeleteYour nephew did a great job with his card too - made with a thoughtful heart!!!
Adorable snowman and fabulous patiotic card even with the Frito stains.
ReplyDeleteLove the Frito's
ReplyDeletefingerprints on
the card! Cute
snowman.
Carla from Utah
Oh my, that snowman is darling! Love your nephew's card, too! You both will get a good laugh when he gets older and you remind him of his Frito Card making party.
ReplyDeleteYour nephew did a great job on the flag. It was made with love and reflects that. Working with Auntie was fun (even though nerve-wracking for you). the snowman is cute.
ReplyDeleteNice job on both projects. TFS.
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