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Sew Your Own Earth Day Inspired Pillow: Kids Sewing Project Idea

Today is Earth Day!  At our after school class at Arcola Elementary in Aldie, Virginia we showed the girls how to sew the cutest globe pillows. We used a pretty blue cotton fabric for the circle globe shape.  We cut a circle about 12 by 12 inches.  Then the girls sewed the globe right sides […]

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Girl Scout Jeweler Junior Badge Crafting Ideas

This spring we have been hosting several Jeweler Junior Badge workshops here in Chantilly, Virginia! We wanted to give those of you who are not local (locals can benefit too!) the chance to use some of our ideas at your own Girl Scout meeting or Jeweler crafting time.  See the ideas below to work towards […]

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Girl Scout Home Scientist Brownie Badge Experiment: Harry Potter Dragon Boogers Green Slime

If you are a Girl Scout Brownie troop working towards your Home Scientist badge we have the perfect activity for you! This is also great for Daises and Juniors too! Hey! Are you planning a Harry Potter themed birthday party?  (By the way if you are planning a Harry Potter party be sure to check […]

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DIY American Girl 18” Doll Easter Basket & Mini Eggs Craft

Easter is just around the corner and we have a super fun American Girl doll sized craft for you to make! We purchased these cute little Easter baskets from Oriental Trading in a big pack of 12 for $4.50.  They come in several fun colors and are perfect 18” doll size or you can use […]

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How To Make Mini Chairs For Your Mini Stuffed Animals/Dolls

We love crafting miniature items here at Cupcakes and Lace!  Here is a fun springtime themed kids craft that you can make for your mini Easter bunnies, stuffed animals or dolls! We chose to make these little stools for adorable Easter bunny stuffed animals we found at Oriental Trading!  They also have several other varieties of […]

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DIY Mini Pretend St. Patrick’s Day Ice Cream Sundae: AG Doll or Build A Bear Size!

We have a fun mini craft project for you to make for your American Girl Doll, Build A Bear or any stuffed animal! This little green craft only take a few supplies and is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day coming up!  Check out the tutorial below to make one. Supplies: Mini cup (these are communion […]

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DIY Teddy Bear Craft: How to Make A Mini Fleece Teddy Bear/Doll Hat

In a recent crafting workshops here in Chantilly, Virginia we showed one super fun Girl Scout Brownie troop how to make mini hats and scarves for adorable mini teddy bears! You can purchase these mini teddy bears or any similar small plush teddy bears, easter bunnies, St. Patricks Day bunnies (basically tons of different kinds […]

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DIY American Girl Doll Play Food Craft: Spaghetti and Meatballs

Do you love making miniature items for your American Girl Doll or 18” doll?  We have just the craft for you and your doll! Lets learn how to make a pretend plate of spaghetti and meatballs.  All you need is a few supplies and a big imagination!  Check it out below.   Supplies: Crayola Model Magic […]

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DIY Girls Gemstone Bottlecap Bracelet: Girl Scout Jeweler Junior Badge Activity

Are you a Girl Scout troop working towards earning your Jeweler Junior Badge?  Or do you just love making super cool jewelry? Then this is the perfect craft for you!  With just a few supplies you can make these dazzling cut gemstone bracelets.  Hey, you could even turn these into necklaces with longer string!  Check […]

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Fun & Crafty Children’s Christmas Holiday Gift Ideas: Craft & Sewing Kits & 18” Doll Craft Kits For Kids

Give the gift of crafting to your little cutie this year!  We have some super fun craft and sewing kits we know your daughter, granddaughter, niece or neighbor would love! Do you know a little girl who loves her American Girl Dolls?  Our newest crafting kit is the 18” Doll Party Crafting Kit!  This kit comes […]

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