Mardis Gras can be safe and fun for the whole family this year with easy crafts you’ll all be sure to enjoy! Creative craft consultant, Malena Chipps is the co-owner of Fancy That Antiques in Wilbraham and she joins us to share how to get festive without spending too much money on “Fat Tuesday”.

MASKS
Mod Podge Glue
Decorative Paper
Feathers
Rhinestones or old broken jewelry
Glitter Glue
Wooden Dowel OR Elastic
Hot glue or craft glue

BIRD SAFE FEATHER BOAS
*No birds were plucked for this fun craft!
3 Colors of Yarn (1 skein each)
1 Over-sized Crochet Hook
Christmas Tinsel or Dollar Store Maylar Gift Wrap

HAIR SCRUNCHIES
1 Round Elastic band
3 Colors of Yarn or Ribbon
Rhinestones, Buttons or Old Jewelry

Kids love to make things without help so they can say, “I made it MYSELF!”
All three craft ideas can be made by kids with a little direction from a parent.