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Time Required :
About 30 minutes
Beginner
Beginner
You're new to the skills necessary to complete this project, or maybe you've tried them just once or twice before.

memory journal

This project is intended for kids ages 6+.

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Print Project

Step 1

Take 3-4 of the paper bags and lay them on top of one another with the opening facing to the right. The bags should all be laying in the same direction.

Step 2

Fold the stack of bags in half and crease the fold, then open it back up flat.

Step 3

ADULT: Punch a hole on the spine/fold of the booklet near the top and one near the bottom. Thread the yarn through the holes a couple of times, then tie a knot to bind.

Step 4

Now, decorate your memory journal using stickers, markers and construction paper. Draw pictures or add photos and write about your memories.
TIP: Cut paper to fit into the openings of the bags and slip them in with special stories or secrets to keep.

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Supplies
Materials
Materials
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Soft Classic™ Multi Ombre Yarn by Loops & Threads®

    Item # 10196947 
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    $4.99
    • Color: Fiesta
    • Size: 5 oz
    • Color: Fiesta
    • Size: 5 oz
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    Paper Treat Bags by Celebrate It™

    Item # 10310562 
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    $5.99
    • Color: White
    • Size: 4.7" x 2.8" x 8.9"
    • Color: White
    • Size: 4.7" x 2.8" x 8.9"
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    • Size: 4.7" x 2.8" x 8.9"
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    Rainbow 9" x 12" Construction Paper by Creatology™, Assorted Sheets

    Item # 10625590 
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    $3.99
    • Color: Assorted
    • Size: 9" x 12"
    • Count: 50
    • Color: Assorted
    • Size: 9" x 12"
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    20 Colour Round Tip Washable Marker Set by Creatology®

    Item # 10633443 
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    $6.99
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    Craft Glue Pens by Creatology™

    Item # 10664657 
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    Food & Fun Mega Sticker Book by Creatology™

    Item # 10730499 
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    $11.99
 
 
 
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Instructions
Step 1

Take 3-4 of the paper bags and lay them on top of one another with the opening facing to the right. The bags should all be laying in the same direction.

Step 2

Fold the stack of bags in half and crease the fold, then open it back up flat.

Step 3

ADULT: Punch a hole on the spine/fold of the booklet near the top and one near the bottom. Thread the yarn through the holes a couple of times, then tie a knot to bind.

Step 4

Now, decorate your memory journal using stickers, markers and construction paper. Draw pictures or add photos and write about your memories.
TIP: Cut paper to fit into the openings of the bags and slip them in with special stories or secrets to keep.

Share your project photos with #MichaelsKidsClub

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