Fab Fashions You Can Make and Share

December 15, 2014
Grades 3-5 Good BFF bonding can form through making things together. In this entry in the Sleepover Girls Crafts series, four multicultural friendsbudding artist Willow; sporty, high-energy Maren; fashionista Ashley; and smart, low-maintenance Delaneyoffer suggestions for making 12 fashion-related crafts based on their differing personalities. From guitar-pick earrings, glittery cell phone covers, and paper art necklaces to hair-flair fashion, batik T-shirt designs, and dog bow ties, each craft idea includes a catchy description from one of the Sleepover Girls, a supply list (with accessible items), and step-by-step directions. A tween-friendly design features ample white space, pastel borders, swirly accents, and color photos of specific craft steps along with the finished products. Each craft allows for customized personalization, while occasional special tips offer further guidance. While the focus is on a besties' night in, these crafts can be adapted to a wide range of events for girls. OMG, so cute!(Reprinted with permission of Booklist, copyright 2014, American Library Association.)