Kids' Crafternoon Papercraft: 25 Projects for a Crafty Afternoon [Spiral-bound]

Kathreen Ricketson (Editor)

Book Description

Release date: August 7, 2012

A delightful beginner craft book for kids with twenty-five projects which can be completed with minimum fuss and maximum fun in an afternoon. With the help of the Crafternoon series of crafting books, children need only their imaginations, a few simple materials, and an afternoon to make incredible projects. And while they’re having fun, they’re also learning important skills like how to understand and follow instructions, how to plan the project, and how to problem solve. The Crafternoon books explain all of the tools, materials, and basic techniques needed to complete a project. They also contain handy templates in a sturdy card envelope and safety information necessary to avoid mishaps. Each of the projects, from Papercraft’s Up, Up and Away Kites and Beading’s Beachy Wind Chime, to Felting’s Friendly Finger Puppets and Sewing’s Monster Reading Pillow give an indication of difficulty (suitable for beginners or confident beginners) and the time the project is likely to take. The Crafternoon books are bright, colorful, and easy to use and enjoy. The range of projects, accompanied by step-by-step instructions and gorgeous photographs of the finished objects, is diverse enough to keep even the most reluctant young crafter amused for hours!

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Kathreen Ricketson is a crafter, designer, and author. She founded WhipUp.net and authored Whip Up Mini Quilts. Kathreen has scoured the globe for kids’ craft projects and compiled the very best into this Crafternoon series.

Product Details

• Spiral-bound: 128 pages
• Publisher: Hardie Grant Books (August 7, 2012)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1742700411
• ISBN-13: 978-1742700410
• Product Dimensions: 9.7 x 1.2 x 9.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #233,596 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Kathreen Ricketson is founder of WhipUp.net, the online handcraft hub, and Action-pack.com - a e-magazine for kids who want to do stuff. She has been featured on popular craft blogs such as Design*Sponge and Craftzine. She lives in Canberra, Australia, with her family.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars Cute book with good ideas June 9, 2013

By jeannie

Format:Spiral-bound|Amazon Verified Purchase

I got this book for the paper flower tutorials in it (my friend is getting married and wanted to use them as a centerpiece). The instructions are easy to follow and there are tons of really interesting projects for anyone in there.

2 of 7 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars looks fun September 13, 2012

By Sandra Dunn

Format:Spiral-bound|Amazon Verified Purchase

I haven't tried any of the projects yet..but I got this book for my daughter and I to use this winter when it gets too cold to play outside and you want a cozy project..doen't hurt that there are owls on the cover my daughter is obsessed with them thanks to Owls of Gahool...nice pictures and seems easy to follow.