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When the kitchen table becomes Craft Central, you may not realize that your child is developing lifelong skills underneath all the paint and glitter. However, there are a number of important skills kids pick up from crafting. Here are just a few for each age! 

For Preschoolers...

1. Crafting helps develop fine motor skills.

The act of grabbing a crayon or paint brush develops the muscles that will later help preschoolers button their coat, tie their shoes, write, and more.

2. It boosts counting and pattern recognition.

Did you know that stringing beads is a great way to learn patterns and practice counting? Those are skills kids will use later on in algebra! Kid crafters can also practice their 1, 2, 3’s by counting the number of steps in the instructions or gathering the correct number of components they’ll need to complete their chosen project.

3. It teaches shapes and colors.

In our Klutz Jr. My Fantastic Foam kit, kids need to find and identify all of the different shapes and colors of foam pieces needed to make the picture they want from the idea book. This same thought process happens while your child is doing something as simple as coloring!

For Kids in Elementary School…

1.  Crafting encourages critical thinking.

The process of creating something naturally gets kids thinking about the final product, and the steps they need to take to get there. 

2.  It builds resilience.

It takes time to create something and it may not come out perfectly on the first try. Crafting helps kids understand that it’s okay to make a mistake and to first look for a solution rather than immediately getting frustrated.

3. It supports reluctant readers.

Reading instructions is still reading! Crafting also gives kids with busy hands something to focus on while they read the next step.

For Tweens and Teens...

1. Crafting supports self-esteem.

Crafting or doing something creative gives them a sense of confidence and pride. It’s the “Yeah, I made that!” effect.

2. It encourages a creative mindset.

Engaging in creative activities teaches that there are always multiple ways of completing the same task. 

Creative thinkers are able to think beyond simply “it works” and are more intellectually nimble in a world propelled by constant change. In fact, about 60 percent of CEOs polled in the 2010 IBM Global CEO study cited creativity as the most important leadership quality.

3. It develops patience.

We live in a world of instant gratification, but we know not everything is going to happen instantly. When kids craft, they may need to wait for things to dry or set before moving on to the next step — or understand that a craft may take more than one session to complete.

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$ 48.99

Step into an Elegant Wonderland: Mother's Day Tea Party Sip and Paint!

Celebrate Mother's Day with us at our Tea Party Sip and Paint event! Nature's Nook Art is excited to join the esteemed 1685 Restaurant at Minot's Country Club and the local Optimist Club to bring you a unique and magical experience. Save the date—May 4th, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.—and be prepared to immerse yourself in the delightful world of artistry and charm!

Here's what you can look forward to:

🌸 Tea Party Delights: Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with the culinary wonders of 1685 Restaurant! Every bite promises to be a flavor-packed journey, from divine teas to delectable treats.

🎨 Sip and Paint Extravaganza: Let your creative spirit soar under the guidance of our artists! Sip on your favorite beverage and let the artistic vibes flow as you bring your masterpiece to life. No prior painting experience is needed—just come ready to unleash your inner artist!

🌷 Silent Auction by the Optimist Club: Dive into a treasure trove of goodies at our silent auction, carefully curated by the Optimist Club. Your bids contribute to a noble cause, making participation even more meaningful.

🌺 The Perfect Mother's Day Gift: Treat the incredible women in your life to an experience they'll cherish forever! Surprise them with a unique and memorable Mother's Day celebration in an ambiance of sophistication and grace, whether it's your mom, grandmother, or a special friend.

🎟️ Limited Seats Available: Don't miss out on this exclusive event! With seats filling up fast, gather your loved ones and secure your tickets for an afternoon brimming with joy, creativity, and love. Hurry—reserve your spot before it's too late!

Plus, our communal seating arrangement fosters connections and creates a warm, inclusive atmosphere, ensuring every moment is shared and cherished.

 

$ 22.99

Klutz: Mini Clay World Pet Adoption Truck

Build your own mobile pet adoption center and help these clay critters find their "furever" homes. Learn to make a variety of dog breeds, including a corgi, Chihuahua, Rottweiler, Dalmatian, and beagle, plus cats, birds, bunnies, and guinea pigs. You decide which animals you want to make with colorful clay and premade eyes to help make each creation picture-perfect.

$ 21.99

Klutz Kids Magical Baking

This baking kit includes recipes, tools, and decorations to inspire kid chefs to make magic in the kitchen. Each recipe is designed for kids to make with a grown-up assistant's help and follows a magical theme. There are mermaid-theme pies, yeti donuts, an enchanted castle cake, magic pretzel wands, fairy-sized cheesecakes, and so much more. It comes with: measuring spoons, a spatula, 3 pastry bags, 3 piping tips, 4 paper straws, 10 toothpicks, 3 colors of baker's twine, a sticker sheet, and a punch-out sheet.

$ 24.99

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This activity kit will have you building 11 machines, including a gravity-powered car and a wacky boxing robot. The fun doesn't stop once you've completed all of the projects in the book; open-ended prompts will inspire you to continue experimenting with your own designs and modifications!
$ 29.99

Shepherd Industries - Duck Needle Felting Kit

Duckling felting kit—perfect for beginners! A do-it yourself needle felt starter kit for anyone new to wool felting. Craft your own fun duckling with this DIY needle felting kit! No previous wool felting, sewing, knitting, or crocheting experience or skills are necessary to create this sweet little duckling, making this needle felt kit ideal for crafting beginners. This delightful DIY craft kit allows you to make one cute duckling. Your finished duckling will measure approximately 2 inches tall, depending on how firmly it is felted, and the project will take around two to three hours to complete if you are a felting newbie. The wool for this adorable needle-felted duckling is collected from the specialty breed sheep raised on our farm in North Dakota and processed at our own mill, so you can be assured of the quality and integrity of our wool felt kits!All of our needle felting kits are packaged in resealable plastic bags, making them the perfect gift for any crafter or fiber artist.

$ 52.99

Shepherd Industries Gnome Needle Felting Kit

The wool for this adorable needle-felted gnome is collected from the specialty breed sheep raised on our farm in North Dakota and processed at our own mill, so you can be assured of the quality and integrity of our wool felt kits! The wool color is variegated, giving your finished sculpture added depth and dimension. All of our needle felting kits are packaged in resealable plastic bags, making them the perfect gift for any crafter or fiber enthusiast! Why not create your own group of these endearing gnomes to add a touch of homemade charm to your home? Our beginner Gnome craft kit comes with: wool glass eyes two felting needles felting cushion detailed instructions with photographs of each step by Fiber Artist Teresa Perleberg DOES NOT include needle and thread to sew on the eyes

$ 32.99

Shepherd Industries - Llama Needle Felting Kit: White

Llama felting kit – perfect for beginners! A simple do it yourself needle felt starter kit for anyone new to wool felting. Craft your own fun and fuzzy llama décor with this diy needle felting kit! No previous wool felting, sewing, knitting, or crocheting experience/skills are necessary to create this sweet little llama, making this needle felt kit ideal for crafting beginners. This delightful diy craft kit allows you to make one cute llama. Your finished llama will measure approximately 3.5 X 4.5 inches, depending on how firmly it is felted, and the project will take around three hours to complete if you are a felting newbie. The wool for this adorable needle felted llama is collected from the specialty bred sheep raised on our farm in North Dakota, so you can be assured of the quality and integrity of our wool felt kits!

$ 32.99

Shepherd Industries: Meadowlark Painting with Wool Needle Felting Kit

My Newest Kit Included in this kit are: ~ wool ~ Felt Square ~2 felting needles ~Felting Cushion (a surface to work on, so your needle has something to stab into on the other side of your felting project) Instructions on how to make the Meadowlark with photographs of each step by Fiber Artist Teresa Perleberg. This kit includes everything needed to complete this project. No previous felting experience is necessary. This kit does not require any sewing, knitting, or crocheting skills. The finished Meadowlark will measure 5.5 x 5.5 inches depending on how firmly it is felted. This project will take you about 3 hours to complete if this is your first time feeling. The wool for this kit was raised in North Dakota on our farm and processed at our fiber Mill in Nome, North Dakota This kit is packaged in a resealable plastic bag.

$ 49.99
My Newest Kit Included in this kit: ~ wool ~ pre-felted balls ~ glass eyes ~2 felting needles ~Felting Cushion (a surface to work on, so your needle has something to stab into on the other side of your felting project) ~Instructions on how to make the Bison with photographs of each step by Fiber Artist Teresa Perleberg. This kit includes everything needed to complete this project except a needle and thread to sew in the eyes No previous felting experience is necessary however starting with a beginner kit would be easier. This kit does not require any sewing, knitting or crocheting skills. The finished Bison will measure about 6  X  4  inches depending on how firmly it is felted. This project will take you about 4 hours to complete if this is your first time felting. The wool for this kit was raised in North Dakota on our farm and processed at our fiber Mill in Nome, North Dakota This kit is packaged in a resealable plastic bag that is suitable for gift giving.
$ 15.99

OOLY: Silver Linings Outline Markers, Set of 6

This all-in-one self-outlines marker features six colors and lays down a colored outline as you draw with the silver ink. These outline markers have six different complementary colors to provide the outline for the beautiful silver metallic inside. The outlining color is automatic as you mark or draw, creating wonderful art or craft projects. In this set of six, all the inks are acid-free as well. 6 Marker Colors Draws metallic silver and colored marker ink in one stroke Acid free inks Suitable ages 8 and up

$ 9.99

OOLY: Lil' Paint Brush Set, Set of 7

The Little Paint Brush Set makes a great all-in-one set with 7 brushes of different sizes. Tackle your next painting project with these easy-to-clean brushes. Set of 7 Paintbrushes Includes Brushes of 7 Different sizes, including flat, Round and Angle Suitable for Children 3 and Up

$ 11.99

OOLY - 5" x 7.5" D.I.Y. Cover Sketchbook - Black

Looking for the perfect sketchbook for all of your wonderful black paper creations? This Black DIY Sketchbook is the perfect match! Shop OOLY today! Designable Cover Black Paper Hard Bound|75 Perforated Sheets 5 x 7.5 Inches Acid Free|110g Paper Weight Suitable for ages 3 and up

$ 19.99

Orb Toys - PlushCraft™ Panda Pillow

This perky Panda is ready to put down his bamboo in order to hug you! As a completely intuitive craft, PlushCraft® allows children to build confidence in their skills and to engage in a rewarding play experience. Mess-free and no sewing required, PlushCraft is the brand that will have kids coming back again and again.

$ 17.99

Orb Toys - Sticky Mosaics® Dinosaurs

Make a masterpiece with Sticky Mosaics® Dinosaurs! This colorful craft kit is super fun, simple to use, and perfect for at-home or on-the-go entertainment. It’s easy to get great results every time—just peel the tile, stick it on the template and watch the mosaic come to life. There are 4 designs to complete per box.

$ 17.99

Orb Toys - Sticky Mosaics® Butterflies

Make a masterpiece with Sticky Mosaics® Butterflies! This colorful craft kit is super fun, simple to use, and perfect for at-home or on-the-go entertainment. It’s easy to get great results every time—just peel the tile, stick it on the template and watch the mosaic come to life. There are 4 designs to complete per box.

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