SOUTH SHORE
YOUNG ADULT ROUNDTABLE
Crafts: Ideas & Instructables
S.T.E.M
A little bit of STEM with circuitry. A lot of fun!
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This video is about 2015 Arduino Garden Wall built at the Duxbury Free Library by the teen department.
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Sticky and stretchy with only two ingredients!
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This is a PDF of instructions on how to create colorful, battery-powered orbs.
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Feed Me!
Gather paper plates, icing, and a bunch of hard candies!​
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Cookies, icing, and marshmallows.
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A no-bake program. Teens create pies at the library, then take home to bake.
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Holidays
Origami paper preferred, but not required.​
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Graham Cracker Gingerbread Houses
An oldie, but a goodie! Gather graham crackers, icing, and candy then let your teens decorate (and eat!) a seasonal treat.
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You will need a Mason jar, some paint, and (Optional) stencils.
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Use this site's dove template to create a simple paper dove, then perch it on a white painted branch and tie off everything with yarn!
A is for Artful
You just need Duct Tape (fancy designs recommended) and a pen or pencil!​
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Several designs for the wildly popular toy/sensory tool.​
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Supplies include cotton, fabric paint, water, and glitter. Mini jars found at Oriental Trading.
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Paint a CD with acrylic paint, let dry, then scratch away with a toothpick or sharp instrument for an iridescent design.
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An easy "kit" that can be bought from places like Oriental Trading. Low prep.
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Mosaic Art
A small canvas + tacky glue + small craft materials (glass beads, buttons, sequins, glitter, etc.).
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Book Hedgehogs
Cute idea to re-purpose those old Harlequins! There are different methods of folding so find one that fits for you and your teens.
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Watercolor Spider Webs (or snow !)
Gather watercolor paper, white crayons, watercolor paints and brushes, & salt. Great for most ages (grades 2-12).
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You will need yarn, scissors, forks, and "decoration" supplies. This includes wiggle eyes, felt, pipe cleaners, etc. Teens may create their own mini pom poms, then decorate to create a cute pet! Possibilities include pigs, birds, spiders, and more!
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