Clik here to view.
FUN for FRIDAY! #6: Team Teddy Bears
Back when I was a performer, we had a guard mom who was also a seamstress. And while altering uniforms, applying sequins and spangles (yes, it was that long ago) and mending flags, she had a great...
View ArticleClik here to view.
FUN for FRIDAY! #7: “Guardie” Washer Necklaces!
Here’s a fun craft that probably only a guardie will understand! We all know how valuable those metal washers are. You know the ones we use to hold the bolts in the end of the flag pole when weighting...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Autograph Pillows
Check out this article submitted by the Director of the “State of Illusion” winterguard from Michigan. She shares how-to instructions for adorable “autograph pillows” she makes as gifts for her...
View ArticleColor Guard “Yearbooks”
Today we have a fun tradition shared by our newest CGE team member. We’d like to extend a warm welcome to Lorraine Kohagen who is joining our CGE team! Some of you may have seen Lorraine featured in...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Guard and Percussion Stuffed Animals
I went to my local ‘Dollar Store’ and purchased a bunch of plush animals. To make a flag for the ‘guard’ ones I took a drinking straw and covered it with either gold or silver tape (cut lengthwise...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Marching Band Digital Scrapbooking Word Art
It’s Friday! And Friday around here means fun ideas. This week we have just a quick post to something useful we found on the web. One of the about.com guides, Rebecca Ludens, posted Free Marching...
View ArticleClik here to view.
DIY: Color Changing Belts!
I’ve been meaning to post this for a few weeks now, but we all know how time flies during the marching season! This year’s DIY project was a color changing belt. Our theme is “True Colors,” so we...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Candy Cane Flag
This has got to be the simplest Fun Friday craft project yet! It’ll only take you minutes (beyond gathering the supplies) but you’re sure to put smiles on the faces of your performers! ‘Flag’ Candy...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Crochet Flag Ornament or Stuffed Toy
When I was 7 years old my mom taught me to crochet. Over the years I’ve made blankets and doll dresses and the like. One year I even crocheted little spirit dresses for teddy bears for my entire...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Bus Pillows from Old Guard T-Shirts!
Last month I promised a guard-themed craft or crochet project per month. I almost let November run away from me… but just under the wire I’m back with craft project #2! And this one I LOVE! Bus...
View Article
