Cake In A Jar

Cake In A Jar

Posted 2014-02-28 by Kathefollow
Children are always enjoy hiding little treasures in small boxes, especially one that hangs around their neck (so it definitely won't get lost). This matchbox necklace will be the perfect hiding place for a tiny car, dinosaur or dolly. It is really quick and easy to make and they probably won't take it off for days.

Match box necklace


Time: 30 minutes
Age: Under 5's
Level: Easy

Materials
  • 1 used matchbox
  • Glue or sticky tape
  • Small rectangle of recycled wrapping paper
  • Ribbon or string
  • Sticker (for decorating)

  • Assemble the necklace parts


    Method

  • Once you've used the matches out of a matchbox (a true treasure for any keen recycler) measure some beautiful recycled wrapping paper to fit around the outside of the box (but not over the top or bottom ends).
  • Cut out the paper to size and glue or sticky tape it on.

  • Add an embellishment, such as a favorite sticker to the outside and now your matchbox is transformed into a handy treasure box, just right for small fingers.

  • Stick the ribbon onto the inner drawer


  • Glue some colored ribbon onto the outer edges of the "inner drawer" of the matchbox. This will form the necklace part of the piece, so it will need to be fitted to the individual neck of the child.

  • Fill the box with a treasure


  • Make a little piece of "carpet" to fit inside the "inner drawer" of the matchbox, and find a small something or someone to fit snugly inside.

  • Attach the necklace around the child's neck and you're all ready for an adventure. Or maybe this could be a great home made present for a friend's birthday?

  • Categories
    #Recycled
    #Cheap
    #Under 5s
    #Easy
    #Matchbox
    #Necklace
    #Jewellery

    %mykidcraft
    238104 - 2023-07-18 02:23:54

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    Easy
    5_to_10s
    Under_5s
    Any_age
    Over_10s
    Cheap
    Medium
    Recycled
    Paint
    Christmas
    Greeting_card
    Decoration
    Fun_food
    Easter
    Animals
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