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ARTISTS HELPING CHILDREN FOUNDATION JUST LAUNCHED ARTISTS HELPING CHILDREN FOUNDATION JUST LAUNCHED By Rachel Goldstein Remember when you were a kid and you had to go to the hospital? Remember the strange sights, the sounds, unpleasant smells, and strangers entering your hospital room? You had no... Craft Supply Checklist for Kid's Crafts I often get asked, "What types of craft supplies do I need to keep on hand for kids crafts?" So, I've come up with a list of basic crafting supplies that will keep your kids creative and crafting up a storm! It's a good idea to keep all of... If You are Having a Party for Your Child... If You are Having a Party for Your Child... 1.Think of your child's current interest (movies, books, toys, games, anything he is into). You may discuss it with the kid, but keep in mind that the younger the child is, the more "impulsive" the... The Barney Cure: A cooperation technique for preschoolers Every parent has dealt with a preschooler who won't cooperate. They're crying, screaming, kicking, waving their arms, or dropping to the ground and refusing to walk. Parents and preschoolers have two different agendas. Your preschooler wants to... Visiting the Library Libraries offer more than books. They are places of learning and discovery for everyone. Ask at the library about getting a library card in your child's name and, if you don't already have one, get a card for yourself. The Librarian Introduce...         Gift Wrapping Ideas If you're tired of your gifts looking like everyone else's, put some creative thought to it. Gifts don't have to just be paper and ribbon that you bought at the store. Let some of these ideas inspire you. * Name Tags - Instead of using name tags, use the front cover from leftover Christmas or other holidays. Just cut along the crease and glue or tape the card to the top of your wrapped package. Most designs have some unprinted space to allow you to write the name of the recipient and a short note. * Decoration - Instead of using ribbons and bows, make the decoration part of the gift. Tie a bunch of cinnamon stick on top with ribbon. Tie your package with satin or velvet ribbon and let the ends of the ribbon flow down the package. Add a silk flower inserted in the knot of the bow. If your recipient likes to cook, tie wooden kitchen utensils in the bow. Your ribbon or wrapping paper could be replaced with a decorative kitchen towel. * Festive boxes - For small items, buy small Chinese take out cartons, the ones that have a folded top and metal handle. Decorate the outside with brightly colored stickers of hearts, flower, or Christmas themes. Write the recipients name on the top flaps. * Original Wrapping Paper - At the craft store, buy sponges that have been cut into shapes of flowers, sailboats, etc. Dip them in paint and press them onto plain white wrapping paper or Kraft colored paper. Your decoration can fit the gift or the recipients taste. * Trimmings - Instead of using bows on every package, buy ornaments or small toys when they are on sale. Use these items that best fit your recipient's hobby or lifestyle and tie or glue them onto your package. * Name Sacks - Sew up some red, blue, yellow, and green velvet squares into sacks. Turn down the top edge, sew in place to allow a small opening for a drawstring. Write the recipients name on the bag with glue and sprinkle the glue with glitter. Fill the sacks with candy or small toys. Use more string to wrap around the package and through the drawstring to secure the sacks. About the author: Adriana Copaceanu provides people with creative gift ideas that don't blow the bank at http://www.abcgiftsandbaskets.com. For more articles by Adriana, visit http://www.free-content-resource.com/