I love sewing and quilting and, over the years, have collected a lot of scrap fabric. I thought perhaps some of you might have a hefty fabric collection so I thought I would share this great project you can make … Read More ...
Get Trapped in a DIY Snow Globe
Almost a month ago, I shared a project that involved using photos to make fun snow globes using clear, plastic plates and now I am just as excited to share this similar craft. This is more of a traditional snow … Read More ...
How To Make A New Year’s Time Capsule
While New Years eve is a great day to encourage your family to create a time capsule, I like Kelli Crowe’s idea… While she initially planned on it being a New Years eve activity, it didn’t happen so instead she … Read More ...
Learning to Use Scissors with Play Dough
It seems like some of the most popular posts here are related to play dough. While most are great recipes you can use to make your own play dough, this posts gives you an idea you can use with all … Read More ...
New Year’s Wishing Wand
I love a craft that uses Con-Tact paper (don’t ask me why I just do…) so this New Year inspired wand really caught my eye. Amy, from One Artsy Mama, explains how to make a star-shaped wand that is filled … Read More ...
DIY Bowtie Pasta Garland
If you are looking for a fast and fancy decoration to make for your New Year’s eve party, perhaps this gold glitter garland will fit the bill. All you need to make this simple, yet stunning, room accent is some … Read More ...
New Year’s Eve Activity Kids Countdown Chain
If you are old enough to read this blog, you have probably – at some time or another – made a paper chain. I think it is probably one of the most common and easiest crafts for kids can do. … Read More ...
Matching Game with Textures
Once you try out this texture matching game, you may never look at all of the items in your home the same way again. It is best to prepare for this game when no one else is around, you can … Read More ...
Creating Colorful Icicles
When it gets to the point this winter when you are getting sick of the cold weather, try this activity with your kids and you might change your mind… At least for a day! Hop on over to Tammy’s Housing … Read More ...
Easy Party Poppers Tutorial
These amusing party poppers are easy to make and fun to use. They are constructed using a toilet paper roll
, colorful tissue paper, and ribbon — or, if you prefer, you can close the ends using washi tape like … Read More ...
Pom-Pom Christmas Tree
This would make a fun family project, mainly because it is great for all ages. The youngest kids can easily participate by sticking pom-poms to the tree, which is created using double-sided adhesive cut out using a Silhouette. Older kids, … Read More ...
2 Ways to Turn Coasters into Fun Ornaments
Courtney, from Crafts by Courtney, happened across a package of round, cork coasters and knew she would find something fun to do with them. I certainly think she did just that with these adorable ornaments — what do you think?… Read More ...
Fir Tree from Colored Paper Strips
I ran across this fir tree project and couldn’t wait to share it. Honestly, doesn’t the finished trees look like something you could buy at an expensive boutique? I did!
You won’t believe how easy they are to make. The … Read More ...
Balancing Robot
This is a great science experiment that your child will never suspect is a science experiment. If your child loves science, you can explain to them how this robot will help them learn more about balance and the center of … Read More ...
A Jingle Bell Painted Art Project for Kids
Last week I showed my granddaughter’s how to make jingle bells anklets (using bells and chenille stems) and it didn’t take very long for everyone to get annoyed by the noise. Of course, my granddaughter’s were having so much fun … Read More ...