DIY String Art: Space Edition

My teens totally love String Art, so giving them another option for creation to fit this summer's theme is ideal.

Hence, Constellation String Art.

One Giant Alien

So I had the completely wacky idea that it would be super-fun to do an alien autopsy program this summer. While the program itself has yet to occur I have hopes that it will turn out to be hilariously gross. The alien, however, was a colossal pain to create, but I am quite pleased with how he turned out.

 

Record Art

Creating artwork from old records is a great way to re-purpose some cheap finds (or free ones). With only a few supplies needed, the versatility of this lends itself to stocking up for this one for the future.

And our space ones for the summer turned out amazing.

 

 

Planet Bowl

This is a good example of something that didn't quite turn out like I had hoped, but here it is in case it inspires someone else in some way. I wanted to create a kind of glowing planet bowl.

Geometric Paper Planets

 One super, super simple craft we are digging this summer is our Geometric Paper Planets. The diversity of these combined with their low cost should make them ideal for many of our smaller libraries.

Roswell Inspired: Artwork

I have vague memories of the TV Show Roswell from back in the day. Remember this one

T-Shirt Tote Bags-Space Stencils

Here is just a round-up of using different fabric paints on a standard T-Shirt Tote Bag.

Supplies
T-Shirt Bag
Stencils-For this sample I used Martha Stewart's Adhesive Paper Stencils - Space
Paints-Vary (see picture)
Brushes-I used Fabric Creations Brush Set-Mini

Canvas Scrapbook Art

Supplies
Canvas
Scissors
Mod Podge
Paint--I used Martha Stewart Metallic paints
Paint Brush
Scrapbook Paper 
Stencil-I used LaurDIY Peel & Stick Stencils - Large - Galaxy Gurl


Step 1
Mod Podge on your scrapbook paper and/or just paint the whole canvas.

Step 2
Stencil on your design accents.

Step 3
Accent colors if needed (I really wanted it to pop.)

 

Stencil Roundup: Space

This summer I am all about stencils for my programs. The brilliant aspect is that their ability to be reused will make it super handy to utilize for programs for kids all the way through adults.

To try to be as helpful as possible here is a list of the space themed stencils that I am in love with. Links will take you to Plaid Online.

So grab your space gear and let's get going.

UFO Bank

I love crafty projects that allow for versatility and making piggy banks out of recycled bottles and foam will allow you to do just that. Enter our UFO bank:

Name Rocket

Here's another simple craft idea that offers a lot of room to personalize: Name Rockets.

Super Simple Glittery Sky

For those of you who are brave enough to bust out the glitter, you can't go wrong with this super simple starry scene.