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Scrap Bottle Trophies

admin — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 14:08:24 +0000

Summer Sports & Games time is here so why not save money, have fun and create your own Sports Trophies from scrap materials with this A5 Quick Ideas Recipe Card BOTTLE TROPHY!

Celebrate Titanic Belfast

admin — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 11:06:45 +0000

Titanic Scrap Boats

This month sees the launch of an exciting series of art summer schemes as Play Resource partners with Belfast City Council and the Titanic Foundation. The project is part of the planned celebrations for April 2012, when the new building opens in the Titanic Quarter with nine interactive galleries. The chosen theme for this art project is Titanic Past, Present and Future.

Lead Artist Jim Russell is responsible for the artistic concept and will create one final larger exhibition piece to include all the local groups artwork. We will keep you updated as the project develops but for more information visit Titanic Quarter.

Or be inspired by Jim Russell’s ideas and have a go at your own scrap version of the Titanic using this Titanic Boats Scrap Craft Sheet.

Complete guide to creating Mosaics

admin — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 11:54:34 +0000

Complete step-by-step look at how to create beautiful mosaics using traditional and contemporary styles, and using found objects. Includes all you will need, equipment guide and health & safety information. All you need to get you started on a mosaic project of your own!

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Wicked Witch

admin — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 16:59:16 +0000

Wicked Cone Witch

This little scrap witch is very easy to make! You will need masking paper, newspaper, cardboard cone, masking tape, paint and pipe cleaners.

Download instructions.

What glue? Guide

admin — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 11:02:23 +0000

What glue? guide

There is a wide range of glues available that are suitable for more than one purpose but at times a specific glue may be needed. The following is a quick guide to glues and adhesive.

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Corex Creatures

admin — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 10:59:51 +0000

Corex Creatures

Corex available from the Scrap Store, is an excellent and versatile waste material for making models.

It can be worked in the same way as you would corrugated cardboard but it is light, robust and waterproof. The channels can be threaded with pipe cleaners or cut through on one side to form a hinge. Covered with tissue it will still let light through.

Our instruction guide will work you through to a brilliant Corex Creature such as a Ladybird, Spring Chicken or Goose.

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Fabric painting

admin — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 10:56:07 +0000

Fabric Painting

Fabric painting is an excellent group activity for all ages from early years to teenagers when done on a large scale. Create a beautiful jungle scene to brighten your centre or choose a seasonal theme – a Halloween banner or a backdrop for a Christmas play.

Fabric painting provides an opportunity to explore the use of a wide range paints and techniques but it is important to remember that if the project is for outdoor use, or if you plan to wash it, you must use paint specifically designed for fabric.

Download instructions (pdf)