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I have a hard time tossing out those end pieces of ribbon that are left over from my various craft projects. So as a result, I have tons of almost empty ribbon spools in my ribbon box, just waiting for a project that requires only a few inches of ribbon. This flip-flop decoration project is the perfect way to use up all those ribbon ends, and to dress up those plain, boring old sandals (Hint! Little girls love these!)

Things you’ll need:
Ribbon, various colors
Flip-flops
Scissors
Pinking shears or fray check

Things to do:
1. Wrap the shank of the flip-flops a couple of times and then bring the ribbon up to the V” and tie in a knot.

2. Cut ribbon into 5-6 inch lengths and tie in knots along the straps of the flip-flops, sliding them toward the V” as you work so that they are densely packed together.

3. Once the straps are covered, trim all of the ribbon to 3/4 of an inch with pinking shears or use scissors and a dab of fray check to stop the ribbon from unraveling.

Ice Painting

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When it’s hot outside and the kids are feeling bored, this is a fantastic afternoon project that combines a little lesson in color blending and a cooling art activity.

Things you’ll need:
Ice cube tray
Water
Liquid food coloring
Clothespins
Paper

Things to do:
1. Fill the ice cube tray with water.

2. Using the food coloring, one drop at a time, let the kids experiment with different color combinations so that each cube will be a different color. Stir each cube well.
3. Set the tray in the freezer and, before closing the door, set a clothespin upright in the center of each cube compartment.

4. Freeze until solid.
5. Once frozen, pull each cube out and, holding the end of the clothespins for handles, paint away on the paper (* hint * if you are painting inside, set the paper in a cookie sheet to contain any drips!)

Ribbon Scrap Flip Flops

Ice Painting

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