If you live anywhere that you have access to the Chicago Tribune and get the Sunday paper, watch for me by the Puzzle Island section. My column comes out once a month on Sundays and features a fun and easy craft project for kids and adults. This past week’s column was painted strawberry pots and last month was a fabric flower. Next month will be a cute beach themed craft your kids will love!
Testimonials
"I've had the pleasure of hiring Amanda for freelance kids' craft projects for nearly four years. She is one of the most imaginative folks around. When I assign a piece out to her I know to expect high-quality work done in a timely manner. She is the MacGyver of crafters -- give her only a few things to work with, and she can build something incredible."
~ Laura Young
Product Manager
Disney Interactive Media Group
~ Laura Young
Product Manager
Disney Interactive Media Group
Recent Work
- ILTC: Cool Hues Shibori Top by Amanda Formaro for I Love to Create
- Kix Cereal: Paper Plate Sea Crab Adorable craft the kids will love making this summer!
- Prime Publishing: Clothespin Military Airplanes Fun kid’s crafts from Amanda Formaro
I love the painting flower pots idea, but I called two places asking for OUTDOOR acrylic paint, both claimed all acrylic paint is outdoor paint–that there was no difference. I called Home Depot and Starving Artist. I’m wondering where to find outdoor acrylic paint, so I don’t have to seal it too!
Hi Patricia. The paint that I used (that I wasn’t able to name by brand in the column) was Patio Paint. It’s available at most craft supply stores such as Michael’s, Hobby Lobby and JoAnn’s. It’s made by DecoArt. 🙂
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