Hi Sweet Friends! I hope you all had a fantastic weekend! We had a weekend full of craftiness and family! Kason was invited to an art themed birthday party this weekend and he had a ton of fun!
We were asked to bring art supplies for gifts rather than the “usual” gifts like toys and clothes. Of course, me being the crafty gal I am, LOVED this idea and I ran with it! This is what I came up with:
I filled a tackle box with all the artsy craftsy stuff a little girl could ask for: watercolors and brushes, various sizes and colors of pom poms, pipe cleaners, construction paper, foam stamps, glittered foam stickers, crayons, sidewalk chalk, various stickers, and alphabet post it notes. 🙂
I found the tackle box at Wal-Mart for just over $5.00 and managed to fill it with lots of crafty goodies. The whole kit cost less than $20.00.
You could also rummage through your craft stash to add items like scrap paper, stickers, etc. and save a few dollars! 🙂
I personalized the gift by cutting some vinyl with my Cricut. I love that the apostrophe is an artist’s palette.
I finished it off with a polka dot bow and a handmade artist’s palette gift tag and paint brush.
Because the kiddos were going to be “gettin’ artsy,” it was requested they come in clothes they could get dirty. I took this as an opportunity to make something new. 🙂 Makes total sense, right? Kason and I made an artist’s palette t-shirt just for getting dirty. His hand print is the palette and his thumb prints became the paints. The hubs came up with the “handmade” slogan. 🙂
The monkey’s favorite station was the painting station. He stood in front of this easel for at least 30 minutes! Professional artist in the making if you ask me. 🙂
Here is his t-shirt after the party. While the paints used at the party are washable, I love the “new” look of his handmade shirt.
I might have to borrow this idea for the monkey’s second birthday! 🙂 He is definitely a creative little fellow!
Instructions for Making Art Supplies Tackle Box
Materials Needed:
- Tackle box
- Watercolors and brushes
- Pom poms (various sizes and colors)
- Pipe cleaners
- Construction paper
- Foam stamps
- Glittered foam stickers
- Crayons
- Sidewalk chalk
- Various stickers
- Alphabet post-it notes
- Vinyl for personalization (if desired)
- Bow for decoration
- Gift tag and paint brush
Steps:
1. Prepare the Tackle Box:
Select a tackle box that suits your needs. It should be spacious enough to hold various art supplies.
2. Create the Volume:
Fill the tackle box with all the artsy supplies you can find, ensuring a good mix to spark creativity.
3. Prepare the Poly Satin Circles:
Prepare any additional decorations or supplies, like the vinyl for personalization to enhance the gift.
4. Layer the Components:
Organize the supplies within the tackle box to ensure easy access to everything. Layer larger items at the bottom and smaller items on top.
5. Additional Personalization:
Use vinyl or stickers to add a personal touch to the tackle box or its supplies.
6. Attach the Clip-On Earring:
Add a decorative bow or tag to the tackle box as a finishing touch.
7. Prepare the T-shirt:
Create a personalized t-shirt using fabric paint and your child’s handprints for a unique touch during crafting activities.
8. Make Additional Pairs:
Consider making additional t-shirts or gifts for friends or siblings!
9. Enjoy Your Custom Creation:
Encourage young artists to unleash their creativity and have fun with their new supplies!
Conclusion
Creating a custom tackle box filled with art supplies is a fun and creative way to express individual style. Such projects not only inspire creativity but also provide an opportunity for bonding and making beautiful art together. Enjoy your art-filled adventures!
