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Show Off your DIY Contest Giveaways

Create three small DIY contest giveaways—decorated bookmarks, custom badges, and mini treat bags—package, photograph, and write short descriptions to share.

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What you need

Paper or cardstock, scissors, glue stick, tape, coloring materials (markers crayons colored pencils), stickers and decorations, safety pins, small paper bags or zip-top snack bags, small treats (stickers candy erasers), string or ribbon, hole punch, adult supervision required

Step 1

Gather all the Materials Needed and put them on a clean table so you can reach everything easily.

Step 2

Cut three long rectangle strips from the paper or cardstock to make three bookmarks.

Step 3

Decorate each bookmark using coloring materials and stickers to make them bright and unique.

Step 4

Use the hole punch to make one hole near the top center of each bookmark.

Step 5

Thread a short piece of ribbon through each bookmark hole and tie a knot to finish the tassel.

Step 6

Cut three circles or fun shapes from cardstock to make three custom badges.

Step 7

Decorate each badge with markers stickers and small decorations to create different designs.

Step 8

Tape a safety pin securely to the back of each badge so people can wear them.

Step 9

Fill three small paper bags or zip-top snack bags with the small treats you chose.

Step 10

Seal or fold each mini treat bag and decorate the outside with stickers or a small label.

Step 11

Package each giveaway by placing one bookmark one badge and one treat bag together and tie or wrap them neatly.

Step 12

Take clear photos of each packaged giveaway and one photo of all three together.

Step 13

Write a short one to two sentence description for each giveaway explaining what it is and why someone would love it.

Step 14

Share your finished creation on DIY.org.

Help!?

What can we use instead of cardstock, a hole punch, or ribbon if those items are hard to find?

If you don't have cardstock, use a cereal box or layer printer paper for bookmarks, make the hole by carefully poking the top center with scissors or a sharpened pencil in place of a hole punch, and use yarn or thin twine instead of ribbon when threading the tassels.

What should we do if a bookmark hole rips, a safety pin won't stick, or treat bags keep opening?

Reinforce punched bookmark holes with a small square of clear tape before threading to prevent tearing, attach the safety pin to the back of each badge with a strip of strong double-sided tape or a dab of hot glue for security, and fold and seal treat bags with packing tape or a sticker to keep treats from spilling.

How can we adapt the activity for different age groups while following the steps like cutting strips, decorating, and attaching pins?

For toddlers (3–6) have an adult cut the three bookmark strips and pre-punch holes while kids decorate with stickers and yarn loops, for elementary kids (7–10) let them cut, punch, decorate, and tie simple ribbon knots with supervision, and for older kids (11+) challenge them to design themed badges, photograph their three packaged giveaways professionally, and write creative one- to two-sentence descriptions for DIY.org.

What are some ways to extend or personalize the giveaway packages beyond the basic instructions?

Personalize and upgrade the packaged giveaways by laminating bookmarks or covering them with clear contact paper for durability, adding metal eyelets at the hole, layering tiny charms or embroidery on badges before taping pins, including a handwritten mini note in each treat bag, and staging a themed photo setup for the final group shot to post on DIY.org.

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Facts about DIY crafts for kids

📚 Bookmarks keep books tidy and were an early collectable craft—no more folded corners!

🎖️ Badges and pin-back buttons are a fun way to turn art into wearable mini-posters.

🎁 Mini treat bags make small surprises feel fancier—adding a sticker or tissue paper boosts excitement.

📸 Shooting crafts in soft, natural window light gives bright, even photos without harsh shadows.

✍️ A short description listing materials, size, and how it was made makes giveaways easier to share and judge.

How do I create and present three DIY contest giveaways (bookmarks, badges, and mini treat bags)?

Start by planning three quick giveaways: decorated bookmarks, custom badges, and mini treat bags. For bookmarks, cut cardstock, decorate with markers, stickers, or laminating; punch a hole and add a tassel. For badges, trace circles on chipboard, decorate, and attach pinback or safety-pin-backed foam. For treat bags, fill small paper bags with treats and secure with ribbon or washi tape. Package each item attractively, photograph on a clean background, and write 1–2 sentence descriptions to shar

What materials do I need to make decorated bookmarks, custom badges, and mini treat bags for a DIY contest?

Materials: cardstock or printable heavy paper, markers, stickers, washi tape, glue stick, scissors, laminating sheets or clear contact paper, hole punch, tassel or yarn, chipboard or thick foam, pinbacks or safety pins, small paper or organza treat bags, candies or small toys, ribbon, baker’s twine, small boxes or cello bags for packaging, camera or smartphone for photos, and labels or index cards for short descriptions.

What ages is the DIY contest giveaways activity suitable for?

Suitable ages: This activity suits children aged 5–12 with varying assistance. Ages 5–7 enjoy decorating and stuffing treat bags with close supervision for scissors and small parts. Ages 8–10 can design badges and write short descriptions independently, with help attaching safety pins. Ages 11–12 can handle more precise cutting, laminating, and photo styling. Always supervise small items and choking hazards; adapt tasks to skill level to keep it fun and safe.

What are the benefits of making and sharing DIY contest giveaways with kids?

Benefits: This mini contest builds creativity, fine motor skills, and basic product presentation. Kids learn design choices while practicing cutting, coloring, and simple writing. Photographing and describing their giveaways boosts storytelling, vocabulary, and digital literacy when sharing online. Packaging projects also teach sequencing and responsibility. For safety, teach photo privacy (no full faces or personal info) and check treats for allergies. Variation ideas include theme-based sets o

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Show Off your DIY Contest Giveaways

Create three small DIY contest giveaways—decorated bookmarks, custom badges, and mini treat bags—package, photograph, and write short descriptions to share.

Table of contents

Step-by-step guide to Show Off your DIY Contest Giveaways

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What you need

Step 1

Gather all the Materials Needed and put them on a clean table so you can reach everything easily.

Step 2

Cut three long rectangle strips from the paper or cardstock to make three bookmarks.

Step 3

Decorate each bookmark using coloring materials and stickers to make them bright and unique.

Step 4

Use the hole punch to make one hole near the top center of each bookmark.

Step 5

Thread a short piece of ribbon through each bookmark hole and tie a knot to finish the tassel.

Step 6

Cut three circles or fun shapes from cardstock to make three custom badges.

Step 7

Decorate each badge with markers stickers and small decorations to create different designs.

Step 8

Tape a safety pin securely to the back of each badge so people can wear them.

Step 9

Fill three small paper bags or zip-top snack bags with the small treats you chose.

Step 10

Seal or fold each mini treat bag and decorate the outside with stickers or a small label.

Step 11

Package each giveaway by placing one bookmark one badge and one treat bag together and tie or wrap them neatly.

Step 12

Take clear photos of each packaged giveaway and one photo of all three together.

Step 13

Write a short one to two sentence description for each giveaway explaining what it is and why someone would love it.

Step 14

Share your finished creation on DIY.org.

Help!?

What can we use instead of cardstock, a hole punch, or ribbon if those items are hard to find?

What should we do if a bookmark hole rips, a safety pin won't stick, or treat bags keep opening?

How can we adapt the activity for different age groups while following the steps like cutting strips, decorating, and attaching pins?

What are some ways to extend or personalize the giveaway packages beyond the basic instructions?

Watch videos on how to Show Off your DIY Contest Giveaways

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Here at SafeTube, we're on a mission to create a safer and more delightful internet. 😊

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4 Videos

Facts about DIY crafts for kids

📚 Bookmarks keep books tidy and were an early collectable craft—no more folded corners!

🎖️ Badges and pin-back buttons are a fun way to turn art into wearable mini-posters.

🎁 Mini treat bags make small surprises feel fancier—adding a sticker or tissue paper boosts excitement.

📸 Shooting crafts in soft, natural window light gives bright, even photos without harsh shadows.

✍️ A short description listing materials, size, and how it was made makes giveaways easier to share and judge.