This adorable summer craft is made using repurposed tights! I know I have a bunch of tights that I really shouldn’t let my girls wear anymore…(holes, pilled, rips etc.) and this craft is perfect to give them new life! Head … Read More ...
Back To School Art Supply Tote
This project is so simple, and basically ‘free’ to make that it is a MUST DO before school starts! We have many of these ‘beverage’ holders sitting in our recycle bin. I will definitely be pulling them out to do … Read More ...
Paper Pulp Pictures
I have never tried Paper Pulp Pictures but it looks like a fun hands-on project that both me and my kids would enjoy. Art is Basic used this lesson plan as an inspiration for these beautiful works of art. Try … Read More ...
Handmade Memory Game
Boulder Moms Connect has a cute simple way to create a memory game for your child. Memory and information retention is extremely important in a young child’s development. Now, you can use play and fun to help foster their learning!… Read More ...
Vintage Print Notebook Re-Vamp
Those black and white bound notebooks are so ‘old school.’ Domestic Anarchy shows you how to use vintage prints and Mod Podge to jazz up your back to school notebooks. These are so cute!… Read More ...
Personalized Lunch Boxes
I love the look of those beautiful monogrammed lunch boxes from Pottery Barn…but they are so darn expensive. This is a great way to make sure your child knows which lunch box is theirs while also making it personal. Come … Read More ...
Chalk Paint Projects Galore!
Does chalk get you in the school spirit? I love the look of a freshly cleaned blackboard and a brand new stick of chalk to start off the year(sorry, that’s the school teacher in me.) ….from glitter to gumdrops has … Read More ...
Molded Crayon Bracelet
How adorable is this craft..and its earth friendly! Gather up your little itty bitty pieces of crayons that are all over your house, or in your craft box, or if you’re house is like my house…in your couch!
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What’s YOUR Opinion? Art vs. Crafts
There have been many times over the past few years while searching out amazing crafts for children that I have come across the same argument. Some parents want their children to be ‘creative’ rather than follow … Read More ...
Rainbow Rice and Garden Sensory Box
This sensory box is so cute. I think I could play in it all day. I colored rice blue once to make rain drops in a craft…but I never thought of making a RAINBOW of rice. Any child would love … Read More ...
Grass Babies Kid Craft
This craft is perfect for both the parent and the kids in that when the craft is complete….the parent has wheatgrass that can now be used to give your kids something nutritious to eat! Sunni, the author and creator of … Read More ...
Kid’s Quilling Project- Dragonfly
Quilling is one of those amazing art forms that not many people attempt or even know about. If you are interested in starting, or teaching your children, Inna’s Creations is a great site to start with. Here, Inna tells about … Read More ...
Jars Decoupaged w/ Hand Printed Tissue Paper
This craft involves two crafts in one; creating your own printed tissue paper as well as making these cute little jars. My girls would love to pick some flowers and put them in something as creative as these. Creative Jewish … Read More ...
Create the Everlasting Ice Cream Sundae!
Could these ‘pretend’ ice cream sundaes look any more real? I’m a little nervous about making them because I think my children might actually eat the styrofoam. My kids would love ‘decorating’ their sundaes with their favorite toppings. This would … Read More ...
Rainbow Ice
This is such a fun little craft for the hot summer weather most of the US is experiencing…for those of you on the other side of the globe, why not take these into the bathtub? HEad on over the Sweeter … Read More ...