Children are wonderful artists. They are imaginative and expressive in the creation of all kinds of artwork and crafts projects using a variety of mediums. Kids immerse themselves in the process and render finished works they can be proud of. Always colorful and bold, their arts and crafts projects are worthy of displaying and enjoying for a life time. Urban Circus Events offers exceptional programs of arts and crafts activities for parties and special events for private, community or corporate venues. Our staff of professional artists lead and inspire the kids to construct objects in a vast range of mediums to suit any themed event. Kids love taking home their creation to show Mom and Dad what they have made with their own hands, heart and mind. This is an ideal party activity for parents wishing to bring out the best in their kids and their guests while putting on a totally enjoyable and exciting event. Look at all the excellent arts and crafts activities listed below. We can customize many of these projects to suit any party theme or put together an entirely original idea. We supply all of the necessary materials, set up the stations prior to the event, and clean up thoroughly afterwords 1. Plaster Art We provide a selection of statues, plaques, lettering and other plaster objects which the kids paint in any colors and designs they desire. Each finished artwork is always unique and expressive. The paint dries quickly and the objects are ready to be taken home by the end of the party. Kids five and older get totally involved in the project and strive to do their best work for this very popular art & crafts program choice. 2. Tie-Dye Clothing Using T-shirts, bandanas, and hats, kids first learn the techniques from our expert instructors and then do the actual tying and dying themselves. We set up the station with all the necessary tools and supplies for an efficient and safe production environment. The creative spirit is let loose in this free flowing design medium and the results are beautiful. 3. Fabric Art All sorts of fabric items can be the objects upon which kids create their fanciful images. T-shirts, canvas totes, bandanas, hats, and sneakers make great raw canvases for abstract or figurative paintings done with fabric pens or fabric paints which dry quickly. Kids become intensely involved with their project, trying their hardest to render interesting designs on these permanent clothing or accessory articles. 4. Build a Bear We provide the bear and a fantastic wardrobe of clothes and accessories from which the kids may pick and choose to dress up their adorable take home party favors. Each child demonstrates a unique sense of taste as they coordinate the outfit from head to toe. This is one of our most popular programs and appeals to little ones all the way up to adolescents. 5. Beading Station A myriad of colors, sizes and type beads are provided along with the tools and instruction at the beading station. Necklaces, bracelets, earrings and other accessories can be strung together in beautiful patterns to create very useful and long lasting items to be taken home with pride by your guests. 6. Masks For parties and events featuring a particular theme, the creation of masks is an ideal art & crafts choice. From animal faces to bizarre and abstract disguises, the imaginative concepts kids come up with are impressive. This makes a perfect first phase of a theme party, as once the mask is completed, kids may wear it and act out the character they have created. Our artists assist the kids in the construction of sturdy, well fitted masks. 7. Flip Flops An ideal project for girls 8 - 12 years old, decoration a pair of flip flops in gem stones, sequence, silk flowers, or painted on designs, instills a sense of self satisfaction and pride. The finished products make a generous party favor and remembrance of the special occasion each time they are worn by your daughter and her guests. 8. Spin Art Spin art is achieved by dripping wet paint onto canvas, paper, or an object such as a Frisbee, and then while the paint is still wet, it is placed in a centrifuge and spun at a high speed. The paint is forced outward from the center of the piece creating beautiful organic designs. More paint can be added and spun again, building up layers and complexity in the designs. Kids are amazed by the fantastic effects created by this technique and love their finished products. 9. Bubble Art An ideal activity for the younger kids, bubble art provides a playful environment in which they not only participate in blowing bubbles but also observe our artists creating marvelous configurations of super-sized bubble sculptures. Our bubble machine produces an endless supply of bubbles to the delight of the kids especially when viewing the wondrous sight through their 3-dimensional glasses. 10. Sand Art Using glue and fine, colored sand, kids create designs and figurative images on a flat surface. We supply 10 brilliant colors for them to work with and the finished pieces sparkle under the light. Three dimensional pieces in which kids fill clear plastic objects with the different colored sands in various layers, are also an option. These "sculptures" make very interesting artworks and look great on their shelves at home. 11. Edible Sand Art Edible sand is made from "Pucker Powder" (tangy, fruit flavored sugar crystals). We provide 8 flavors for the kids to choose from as they fill bottles, straws and other clear plastic objects to create fun, colorful designs which can later be nibbled on. Boys and girls get a big kick out of this very popular craft choice. 12. Painting on Wooden Boxes Out of the minds and hands of kids of all ages, exquisite artworks emerge on the surfaces of wooden boxes, cut out letters or ornaments. Using paint brushes and fast drying paints, glitter, decoupage, gemstones, silk flowers or more, they dream up fascinating designs which they apply to their piece with serious focus and an earnest desire to do their very best work. 13. T-Shirt Transfers Dozens of designs and text choices are available for the on the spot production of customized T-shirts. We supply the T-shirts in all colors and sizes as well as the attendant who processes the design transfer. Themed events take on a unified look as one guest after the others dons himself in his custom crafted T-shirt. 14. Bejewel Sunglasses, Hats, T-Shirts and Cell Phones It is possible to "bling" just about any article of clothing or accessory you desire, such as sun glasses, cell phones, ipod, flip flops, etc.. We set up a station with all the colorful, sparkling gemstones, beads, sequins, glitter and glues which are needed to work your magic. Our crafts experts instruct the kids in the proper techniques to insure long lasting results. 15. Pumpkin Carving Everyone gets a fresh whole pumpkin, a quick lesson from our artist, all the tools necessary for the job, the pleasure of a Halloween themed CD playing in the background and the go ahead signal to carve the cutest or scariest face imaginable. For older, more skilled groups, our master pumpkin sculptor will instruct in the techniques of carving out a more sophisticated image on the pumpkin surface. For the youngest groups, pumpkin decoration, rather than carving is offered. Here, the kids first create then stick on the features of their pumpkin's face. 16. Ginger Bread House This an unforgettable craft experience for boys and girls 6 and older. We supply the ginger bread house in its raw state and a cornucopia of their favorite candies and edible icing with which to decorate the entire thing. They go about the task with a sense of joy and excitement and the finished products are absolutely amazing, each one a unique and fanciful masterpiece. 17. Ornaments Using a wide variety of materials like wood, felt, construction paper, glass, wire, paint, glitter, feathers, silk flowers, etc., kids are free to shape any sort of ornament they may conceive of. Our instructors are on hand to aid them in the process, teaching techniques of using glues, cutting materials and handling glitter as they work diligently to create their treasured ornament. 18. Decorate Frames A hand decorated frame surrounding a beautiful photo taken at the party or event makes the best party souvenir. We supply the raw frames and a wide range of theme choices to suit your occasion. Kids create bold and colorful graphic designs for their borders, and get really excited when we offer stick on flowers, miniature trees, animals figures and more. Once the photo is installed, the piece becomes a keepsake for years to come. 19. Charm Bracelets This is a special treat for girls 6 and older. We supply a basic chain bracelet and an array of charms symbolic of things important to them at this stage of their lives. They select the charms and fasten them to the bracelet themselves enjoying the satisfaction of having created such a lovely and meaningful piece of jewelry. 20. Painted Hats Baseball caps, sombreros, and cowboy hats are the most popular styles chosen for hand painting and decorating. Using fabric pens and fabric paint, kids and adults can render any image that comes to mind, under the guidance of our craft artist. The results can be impressive, and the hats are worn with pride for a long time to come. 21. Wax Hands By simply dipping one's hand or hands into a vat of melted paraffin, our wax hand machine renders a three dimensional sculpture using digital technology. Various colored waxes may be used and the finished pieces make amazing novelty items. This craft is suited to teenager, college students and adults. 22. Mosaic Mermaid Kids begin this project by drawing the outline of their mermaid, then painting in the face, human flesh areas, and background. Simulating the technique of inlaying colored mosaics, kids produce striking effects on the mermaid tails and flowing hair by gluing on chips of color. The craft instructors help everyone to calculate interesting mosaic patterns to achieve a dazzling finished piece of work. 23. Candle Art Easy and so much fun to make, candles offer kids an opportunity to use their sense of color and design to come up with original combinations. Our craft artist handles the hot melted wax or gel for them, pouring the substances into beautiful glass wear of varying shapes and sizes. The kids may add all kinds of things like shells, holly leaves, coins, and even gem stones to enhance the complexity of their finished candles. 24. Dream Catcher Based on an ancient American Indian tradition, a dream catcher represents a spider web which, when hung over a child's bed, will catch all bad dreams and let only the sweet ones through. It is made by weaving a web like design around a hoop hung from a chain. It is then decorated with other natural occurring items such as feathers and beads which are attached to the hoop and hang below. Kids are fascinated to learn of this and love sharing in the custom. 25. Sign Shop Stop signs, license plates, street signs……can be customized on the spot by our computer generated sign shop. Kids just dictate their motto or aphorism to our attendant, and before you know it the sign is ready to be taken home and hung as décor on bedroom walls and doors. This is appreciated at bar mitzvahs and at events for kids in a similar age group. 26. Wire Sculpture As an entertainer, our wire sculptor creates intriguing figurines, names, slogans and other iconic images for guests to take home as party souvenirs. As an instructor, he will teach the techniques of twisting and cutting the copper wire to you and your guests so that you may create your own works of art in this medium.