Looking for some quick and easy crafts to do with your family? Here, you will find simple projects that can be done in a small part of your day using materials found around the house. Make recycling fun by reusing materials, and turn litter into glitter :)

Wednesday, May 6, 2009

Tin Can Flower Pot



Get your kids involved in growing some greenery!

MATERIALS:
aluminum can
screwdriver
hammer
rocks
potting soil
plant seeds
decorative paper
glue
popsicle stick or wooden stick
tape
plate for the can

DIRECTIONS:
1. Remove paper label from can, and make sure there are no sharp edges.

2. Turn over, and using hammer and screwdriver, punch two holes in the bottom of the can.

3. Place rocks inside the can to create an even layer. Add potting soil and follow directions on the seed packet.

4. Trim decorative paper and glue to the can.

5. Create marker by cutting out the name of the plant and picture from the seed packet and taping it to the wooden stick. Place in soil. Keep can on a plate in case there is any excess water.

TIP: Your child can chart to keep track of his/her plant! Take weekly photos and write down date and time to create a routine project.
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