What are some simple, but fun & interesting crafts I could make?
Since it’s summer, I have time to do lots of activities.
Sometimes, I want to do things I haven’t done in awhile, in the summer, and I’d like to do some fun but simple crafts. My question is, what kind of crafts are simple and fun to make, but only uses limited material, not a lot, and uses common materials I have (like paper, glue, cloth, etc)?
I like many crafts, so any type would be fine. Just suggest a few fun & simple craft ideas you like, so I have an idea of what I might make. 
Thanks in advance.!
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well i like to learn to make new things from fabrics and thread, and maybe glue guns too, and ive recently picked up a book on how to make soft toys, they are adorable and artistic, and a little bit out of date, seeing as it was first published in 1963, and i will warn you know has some derogatory words we would never use now, simply to describe the colour of wool. the main idea is you can make things, it is very easy to make cushions out of old bits of fabric and mend stuff around the house, you could also take craft classes and learn new things there.
– Make a pop-up card/envelope, etc. :
http://www.robertsabuda.com/popmakesimpl…
http://robertsabuda.com/popmake/index.as… — you can even download the templates here, so making the card will be very easy, yet spectacular !
http://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Pop-Up-Car… – video
http://www.ehow.com/videos-on_5225_make-pop_u… – video
– If you have photos [or just a series of pictures/drawings], you could make an accordion card, like one of these :
http://www.papergoods.com/accordian-cards.sht…
– You could make a rolled-magazine frame or any simple photoframe. http://www.homemadesimple.com/en_US/home…
Photo frame box: http://www.hgtv.com/crafting/photo-frame...
Make Puppets : [out of socks, paper bags, sticks, …] :
http://www.daniellesplace.com/HTML/puppets.html
Braided Rugs : http://www.craftexpert.co.uk/MakingBraidedRugs.html
Make bracelets from buttons : http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=but...
Make paper beads & use in jewelry, “curtains”, mobiles, etc.
Candy wrapper purses, etc. :
http://www.candywrapperpurse.blogspot.com/
http://www.gumwrapper.com/build.htm
Make Spectacle/glass case out of old neckties – simple & easy ! :
http://www.craftzine-digital.com/craft/vol08/?pg=123
Or use similar technique to make ipod & cell phone cases.
Learn to sew dolls, etc. :
http://sewing.about.com/od/toysanddolls/Free_...
Scrap fabric :
Coils of fabric to make coasters, rugs, etc. : http://www.craftstylish.com/item/33825/h...
Mini quilts or Sampler quilts
You could make at T shirt quilt. http://www.straw.com/quilting/articles/t...
Some fun crafts with Ribbons :
hubpages.com/hub/Ribbon-Crafts
home.howstuffworks.com/ribbon-crafts.htm/printable
http://www.ehow.com/how_4655502_ribbon-watchband.html
You could take styrofoam plates, tumblers, bowls, etc. Cut out designs within them – eg. floral petals, freehand paisleys, or even some scenic ‘story’ [like you would do for a halloween pumpkin]. then glue some colored cellophane paper on the inside so that the holes are all covered. next, glue or tape the plates together with the cellophane paper on the inside. Use these for mobiles, suncatchers, etc. etc.
Spare Paper crafts :
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=ApotLBL0o6L6fcgkU1C0_YHty6IX;_ylv=3?qid=20100621141807AAngEVm&show=7#profile-info-4glefBRdaa
Hope these help
You can always Google with specific keywords. You can also check Y!A archives, as well as some of my recent answers on H&C for plenty more answers & links.
Most of the links mentioned above have more than one craft. Take time to browse through them.
Have fun
I have some suggestions for you, If you want make something new with useless clothes.
1. Easy Pin Cushion : Try this fun pin cushion when you need a craft that doubles as a gift for Grandma or Mother’s Day. It’s an easy sewing project kids will love.
2. Victorian Bottle Craft : Recycle an ordinary bottle into a work of art with this easy, elegant Victorian Bottle Craft. A lovely gift for kids to make for any occasion.
3. Hairy Potato Head : Turn old panty hose into a Hairy Potato Head with this craft. Kids will love to watch his grassy hair grow, until it’s time for a trim.
4. Fabric Angels : Kids can decorate your tree, a gift or the wall with these sweet fabric angel ornaments. Whether for Christmas, Hanukkah, Easter or Mother’s Day, these angels are sure to put a glow on someone’s face.
5. Bean Bag Buddy : Transform a sock into your very own bean bag buddy. Add some yarn and buttons and your kids can make a new recycled friend for Earth Day.
6. Decorated Clothes Hamper : Revamp a hamper to coordinate with your room. You and your kids can even recycle old material when you try this Decorated Clothes Hamper craft.
You can get more suggestion from here http://www.craftsadvisor.com/category/crafts-advice/I hope it may be helpful for you to getting some new ideas.