What is Crafting Connections?
Crafting Connections is your simple, step-by-step creative companion for turning everyday moments into meaningful memories.
Whether you’re a busy mom juggling work, school runs and dinner, or a grandma looking for fresh ways to bond, you’ll spend just 10 minutes a day transforming things you already have (think cardboard tubes, fabric scraps, egg cartons) into story-filled keepsakes.
No special skills, no mess-making marathons: just quick, confidence-boosting projects that spark joy, laughter and real conversations with the children you love.
Join Our Free Workshop!
Who is Crafting Connections For?
Busy Moms
- Feeling guilty about all the screen time?
- Worried activities are too messy or complicated?
- Overwhelmed by keeping multiple children entertained?
Grandmas & Grandpas
- Unsure what crafts will feel relevant to different ages?
- Hesitant to tackle big setups with multiple children?
- Have limited time with your grandchildren and not sure how to make it special?
Early Childhood Educators & Caregivers
- Lesson planning takes hours?
- Materials budgets are tight?
- Keeping siblings or mixed-age groups occupied?
No matter the caregiver or the mix of ages, Crafting Connections breaks down the barriers of time, skill and sibling dynamics, empowering you to create 10 minutes of magic together through simple, accessible and storyfilled projects.
Crafting Connections makes it easy for you to turn scraps into stories and ordinary days into magical family memories.
Join Our Free 10-Minute Magic WorkshopWhy Crafting Connection is the Solution?
Zero-stress setup
We send you clear, no-prep supply lists of recyclables and supplies you most likely have around the house right now - so you can start crafting in minutes.
Micro-moments that fit your day
Each activity is designed for just 10–15 minutes of focus. Perfect for nap breaks, snack time or right after dinner.
Five pillars of playful growth
- Connection: Story hooks and mission prompts turn crafts into shared adventures.
- Fine-motor mastery: Cutting, folding and gluing build dexterity.
- Emotional security: Celebratory “show-and-tell” moments reinforce confidence.
- Creative thinking: Open-end variations spark imagination and problem-solving.
- Reflect & celebrate: Guided conversation questions help you notice progress and milestones.
What is the Transformation you will receive?
Here’s the transformation you’ll experience, grounded in our Five Pillars of Playful Growth, and what your child will gain alongside you:
For you:
For your child:
"It was a fun activity that practiced fine motor skills and created a toy my daughter played with all day.
She loved making a little Girl and Dada. She is only 20 months so I prepared the craft before cutting everything out. She was able to pick what order she wanted to do them, roll glue on, and help put then together!
My mom did two with her and I did two with her. My mom and I have Fond memories of making paper dolls when I get as a child. It was nice to experience it with my daughter. It was a great screen-free activity."
– Brianna Clark
"My 6 year old son and 10 year old daughter had fun cutting them out. They enjoyed having some time with me and putting them together.
It was fun watching their excitement on making them and not having to put a lot of time or thought into creating the craft. It was minimal effort for some quality time together!"
– Amanda
"My 5yo daughter is asking to craft with me daily, which is really sweet but also very frustrating. As she is 5, her attention span is minimal. It seems that I spend more time trying to come up with a craft and gathering supplies than we do actually crafting. This was the perfect craft for us!
She was very excited, we were ready in minutes and the project was completed and ready to play with within 30 minutes. Absolutely lovely, easy and fun!"
– Mattie Nelson
"A fun way to talk about families. Engaged a child, parent and grandparent in a fun, easy project"
– Nancy Griffith
"We had such a great time with the paper doll craft! It was really easy to do, even though my daughter isn’t able to cut much on her own yet.
We enjoy crafting together regularly, but this one felt extra special. She loved getting to choose the character—she picked the “sister” because she’s a proud big sister now! It was such a sweet and simple way to spend time together, and she was so proud of the finished doll. Highly recommend for a fun and meaningful little project!"
– Petra Vujtechova
"We actually connected with neighbours, in order to get enough toilet paper rolls on a short notice, so my 3 kids could all do the craft together.
My youngest, 4yo, was happy to do the « same » craft as his older sisters. I appreciate the two options of difficulties. My middle one, 7yo, made the easy one, then decided to make the more challenging one. This boosted her confidence. "
– Claire Perrin-Smith
Ready to make minutes matter?
Join Our Free Workshop Now
In the 10-Minute Magic Workshop, you will:
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Make a story-filled craft using only basic supplies
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Learn how to invite conversation and creativity without needing a script
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Discover how to adapt the same project for toddlers through tweens
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See how even a busy household can pause and reconnect with one small shift
You will have access to:
- 2 Pre-recorded videos
- 2 Live Sessions
- Full pattern instructions with 4 family paperoll printable templates
- A purposeful play download
- A bonus felt instructions project (includes a pre-recorded video)
Hi! I'm Jennifer Long,
SEW A STORY DESIGNER & FOUNDER
I am a Riley Blake Designs fabric designer, professional modern rag doll designer, quilt & doll pattern writer, machine embroidery digitizer, and online educator.
I created Crafting Connections as a warm, guided experience that shows you how to turn everyday household scraps (cardboard tubes, fabric bits, cereal boxes) into 10-minute, story-filled projects that spark laughter, ignite imagination and build real skills.
Come and join us.
Let’s craft something meaningful together.
