Scrap Packs

It's so good to let children be free and creative with their artwork, and the only things they really need are time and some basic supplies. I tend to be a minimalist, so we don't have a ton of craft supplies at our house, but some of my best purchases have been scrap packs, or remnant packs. These are just packages of things like card stock, ribbons, or buttons, usually with a wide variety of colors, shapes, and textures. I've found this is a very easy, cost-effective way to supply my kids with a variety of crafting materials.

You can find these sorts of things at craft stores, and also the big-box chains. I got a large bag of assorted ribbons a while back at Hobby Lobby in their fabric section (which have been used for countless projects and games), and I found this pack of card stock for just a couple of dollars in the scrapbooking section at Wal-Mart.


This way the kids can craft to their heart's content, and I don't have to feel like we are spending a fortune supplying them with paper. I should mention that I do think quality art supplies are important for young children, but sometimes the crafting happens fast and furious with little ones, and you just need some basic materials!

It seems Millie was inspired by the uniform-sized squares in the scrap pack to create her own paper patchwork quilt. It's these sorts of projects - when she comes up with the idea on her own - that really capture her excitement.

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