Art Supplies
Arts and crafts supplies make any occasion fun. People practice creativity, think outside the box, and express themselves in a unique way. Arts and crafts cover many areas from sewing to drawing to scrapbooking. Only the imagination limits what users can create with the right supplies. Non-artists enjoy creating projects with art kits or using beginner's tools. Check out organizer kits to keep supplies in one place and to prevent damage. Explore Staples for the many arts and crafts supplies available.
Classroom projects
Teachers seek projects for children that allow the expression of individuality. Arts and crafts supplies complement any classroom from kindergarten through grade 12. Young children use chalk to create erasable drawings on paper or sidewalks. Older children love drawing cartoon characters and self-portraits. Adult classes support learning new crafts, such as making scrapbooks, sewing, embroidery, or painting. Artists may shop in one place for all the necessary tools to make creating easy. Teachers appreciate the variety of cutting and finishing items, including paper cutters, craft knives, binders, and glue.
Family fun
Playing with arts and crafts extends beyond the classroom. Play dates and family fun nights celebrate creating art projects. Combine arts and crafts supplies to make unique projects for families of all ages. Design holiday cards with brightly colored paper, create T-shirt design transfers for family events or mold small clay statues for the garden. Putting children in charge of projects promotes leadership skills, self-esteem, and critical thinking. Document projects in a decorated binder for family keepsakes. Children can design awards for competitions or art shows.
Does origami require specific paper?
Children love to create animals with the art of origami. The ancient art of folding paper requires folds with clean, sharp edges. Lightweight papers work well. Certain origami papers offer precut sheets for projects.
Do coloring books exist for adults?
Adult coloring books make great gifts. Pair a variety of books with colored pencils or markers to spark a favorite adult's creativity. Many subjects reduce stress and anxiety while evoking memories of childhood. Consider creating a collage to show off the best pieces.
Can small children play with markers?
Washable markers dominate the arts and crafts supplies catalogs. Packages include single markers up to packs of 64. Scented washable markers inspire children. Washable window markers allow children and adults to decorate windows for holidays or fun events. Safe and nontoxic markers meet appropriate environmental standards.
Do watercolors need special paper?
Watercolor paints require special paper to prevent bleeding and soaking through to the other side. Paper packages include various sizes and weights, although 80 pounds and 140 pounds are the most popular. Watercolor pencils let artists choose different textures and weights as the pencils will not ruin traditional paper.
Do people that sew use special scissors?
Sewing requires fabric scissors, which are sharper than average shears. The scissors cut and avoid snagging delicate fabrics. Multiple pairs of scissors ensure accurate cutting on various types and weights of material. Other cutting tools include seam rippers and razor blades. Staples carries many sewing items in arts and crafts supplies, including sewing machines and threads.
Classroom projects
Teachers seek projects for children that allow the expression of individuality. Arts and crafts supplies complement any classroom from kindergarten through grade 12. Young children use chalk to create erasable drawings on paper or sidewalks. Older children love drawing cartoon characters and self-portraits. Adult classes support learning new crafts, such as making scrapbooks, sewing, embroidery, or painting. Artists may shop in one place for all the necessary tools to make creating easy. Teachers appreciate the variety of cutting and finishing items, including paper cutters, craft knives, binders, and glue.
Family fun
Playing with arts and crafts extends beyond the classroom. Play dates and family fun nights celebrate creating art projects. Combine arts and crafts supplies to make unique projects for families of all ages. Design holiday cards with brightly colored paper, create T-shirt design transfers for family events or mold small clay statues for the garden. Putting children in charge of projects promotes leadership skills, self-esteem, and critical thinking. Document projects in a decorated binder for family keepsakes. Children can design awards for competitions or art shows.
Does origami require specific paper?
Children love to create animals with the art of origami. The ancient art of folding paper requires folds with clean, sharp edges. Lightweight papers work well. Certain origami papers offer precut sheets for projects.
Do coloring books exist for adults?
Adult coloring books make great gifts. Pair a variety of books with colored pencils or markers to spark a favorite adult's creativity. Many subjects reduce stress and anxiety while evoking memories of childhood. Consider creating a collage to show off the best pieces.
Can small children play with markers?
Washable markers dominate the arts and crafts supplies catalogs. Packages include single markers up to packs of 64. Scented washable markers inspire children. Washable window markers allow children and adults to decorate windows for holidays or fun events. Safe and nontoxic markers meet appropriate environmental standards.
Do watercolors need special paper?
Watercolor paints require special paper to prevent bleeding and soaking through to the other side. Paper packages include various sizes and weights, although 80 pounds and 140 pounds are the most popular. Watercolor pencils let artists choose different textures and weights as the pencils will not ruin traditional paper.
Do people that sew use special scissors?
Sewing requires fabric scissors, which are sharper than average shears. The scissors cut and avoid snagging delicate fabrics. Multiple pairs of scissors ensure accurate cutting on various types and weights of material. Other cutting tools include seam rippers and razor blades. Staples carries many sewing items in arts and crafts supplies, including sewing machines and threads.