After I write this post, I am scouring my house to find materials and objects to make fun stamps! I bet I can find at least three things to make unique artistic type stamps that my kids could make Christmas … Read More ...
DIY Christmas Wrapping Paper
This simple project could be uniquely designed to fit the personalities of your family! Get inspired over at Art with Kids…although I personally love the hats!
… Read More ...Wax Dripped Pumpkins
Here’s another craft that you can do if you are without electricity or are in the path of Hurricane Sandy (I am hoping you are safe if you are). Under adult supervision, your children will love seeing the artistic effect … Read More ...
Teaching Kids About Negative and Positive Space
Art with Kids is a wonderful blog that teaches all aspects of art to children through creative activities and art projects. This particular post explains about negative and positive space and gives a great example of how you can help … Read More ...
Printmaking With Texture
I absolutely love looking at all of the creations that Vicki makes with Children in mind. This printing technique using different items has a wonderful outcome. You can find the tutorial and the materials used on Art with Kids.
… Read More ...Simple Marbling Paper Technique
I think children are amazed when you can take plain paper and turn it into a work of art itself. We can do this by using a number of different techniques on paper. Here is a fun and simple technique … Read More ...
Eye Masks {Kid Craft}
All of those late nights when high schoolers and tweeners are up studying for their exams will make them truly tired! These hand made eye masks are just the ticket for a sound night’s sleep. You can find the simple … Read More ...
Pentel Art Supplies {Review and Craft}
I was so excited to receive a package of some of their art supplies from Pentel including watercolors and beautiful markers. I decided to have some of our dear friends over and do a craft with the kids. I found … Read More ...
Stamped Clay Jewelry
This is such a fun rainy day activity for the tweens or teens in your home! I truly love Sculpey, and this post shows you more than just jewelry for teens that you can make… awesome ideas all in one … Read More ...
Hand-made Christmas Gifts {Web Feature}
I guess it’s getting about that time to start posting Christmas info… it is Labor Day after all. I am however, very excited to tell you about this fun tradition that one family has now decided to share the experience … Read More ...
A ‘Smart’ Teacher’s Gift {Free Printable}
Looking for a way to sweeten up your teacher with a teacher gift? Why not make them this adorable little appreciation gift?! This post also includes a free printable that really makes the gift look top notch AND like you … Read More ...
Chalkboard Paint Jars- {Kid Craft}
Whether you are a homeschooler, or a teacher, or a student looking for a fun way to store all things ‘back to school’…this is the post for you! Find out how to make this simple but cute storage solution over … Read More ...
T-Shirt Printing {Kid Craft}
In the words of Vicki, ‘It’s always fun to wear your art.’ I couldn’t agree more. This fun printing t-shirt activity is a great way for your children to express themselves through art, and then express themselves in their clothing! … Read More ...
Duct Tape Binder Pencil Pouch
With all of the amazing duct tape designs {such as the ones from Platypus where I made a wallet!}, this is a great back to school project! There’s nothing better than putting your own creative spin on something that you … Read More ...
Patriotic Centerpiece {Kid Craft}
With the children home for summer, I’m sure us parents are looking for fun things for the kiddos to do. Why not pick up some Shrink Plastic and make these adorable patriotic hearts to put in a centerpiece for the … Read More ...