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A Very Carolina Crafternoon Series

From simple paint projects and birdseed cookies to DIY cushions and more, enjoy Tar Heel inspired crafts for every age.

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Pom-Pom Rameses Ornament 

Click on for the YouTube instructional video for our Pom-Pom Rameses. You'll also find the PDF supplies list and instructions in the YouTube description.

Cotton-Swab Rameses Ornament 

Click on for the YouTube instructional video for our Cotton Swab Rameses. You'll also find the PDF supplies list and instructions in the YouTube description.

Toilet Paper Roll Rameses Ornament 

Click on for the YouTube instructional video for our Toilet Paper Roll Rameses. You'll also find the PDF supplies list and instructions in the YouTube description.

Terra Cotta Rameses Planter 

Use terra cotta pots to make this fun Rameses planter, adding a Tar Heel touch to your indoor herb garden, balcony or porch planter setup.

True Blue Pop-Up Card for Mother's Day 

Surprise the Mom in your life with a quick and easy pop-up craft (we've made the template for you!).

Tar Heel Cereal Treats 

Give this classic treat some Tar Heel flair with just a couple of additional touches.

Crayon Melts 

Repurpose your broken crayons to spell, oh, we don't know ... HEELS! ... with this quick and easy craft.

Chalk It Up 

Tar! Heels! Make chalk at home with Plaster of Paris and tempera paint.

Old Well Wintry Paper Scene 

Color us in love with this nostalgic campus scene. Cut out the paper Rameses, Rameses Jr. and squirrel, and assemble to create a moveable Carolina landscape.

Origami Rameses and RJ Bookmarks 

These super spirited reading buddies are fun for Tar Heel bookworms of all ages.

Covered Button Push Pins and Magnets 

Jazz up your bulletin board with these easy-to-make covered button push pins and magnets.

Tar Heel Dog Bow Tie 

Your Tar Heel pooch will be super fashionable wearing a cool bow tie.

Tar Heel in Bloom 

Carolina is in bloom and you will be too with this fabric flower for your pet or try it on a headband or barrette.

Crochet Headbands 

Showcase your Carolina pride, no matter the weather, with these simple crochet headbands.

Crystal Old Well 

Grow your own crystal Old Well overnight with pipe cleaners, Borax and a few twists. Click on for supplies list and instructions.

Birdseed Cookies 

This one is for the birds, literally! An easy, eco-friendly craft adaptable to whatever cookie cutters you have at home. Hint, hint: Tar Heel or state of N.C. cutters would be fun. Click on for supplies list and instructions.

Rock Painting 

Create kindness rocks to share - or for keeps, of course. Choose from several Tar Heel inspired designs. Click on for supplies list and instructions.

Cute as a Button Photo Frame 

Delight family and friends with this hand-made photo prop this Valentine's Day or any day, really. It's no surprise we painted ours Carolina blue Click on for supplies list and instructions.

Milk-Crate Ottoman 

Fun, functional and easy to make. Dress up your home-storage and create seats for the whole family. We picked tie dye but are also partial to Carolina blue fabric. Click on for supplies list and instructions.