I had previously posted about the Busy Bag Series that Crafty Couple is doing. The basic idea is to create a bag of fun things for your child to do during times when you would like them to be ‘occupied’. … Read More ...
Tissue Paper Pumpkins
Its amazing how big round orange produce can brighten any room….especially when they as cute as these tissue paper pumpkins! I am a firm believer that Contact Paper should be in every kids craft cabinet in America….or the world for … Read More ...
Busy Bags- Color Wheel
I love the idea of ‘busy bags’. There are so many times when I have to take my children somewhere and they have to sit and behave as if they aren’t children… these ‘busy bags’ are the perfect items to … Read More ...
Make Your Own Haunted Play House
I just threw two cereal boxes out to recycle this morning…looks like I now have a reason to bring them back in. My girls are very into ‘tracing’ right now which would be perfect for this project. Just print out … Read More ...
Jack-O-Lantern Puppets
How cute is this little guy? Perfect for singing the Five Little Pumpkins song in a preschool setting. . They also include the lyrics for Did You Ever See a Pumpkin. You can get the carwash gloves at the dollar … Read More ...
Meet Apple-onia!- Lesson Plan
Sometimes a blog post comes across my path, and I am blown away by the creativity of the one who inspired it. This post is more of an incredible lesson plan than a craft, but does involve some ‘crafty’ things. … Read More ...
DIY Play Food for Kids
My girls love whipping up things in their toy kitchen! The best part about that is teaching them about healthy ingredients and using recipes and measuring items. You can make your own play food just like Katie did with her … Read More ...
Ghost Mobile
I keep throwing away my eggshells, never once thinking that they could have a future as a ghost! These little eggshell ghosts are adorable and your children can come up with creative ways to make the ghosts faces. Head on … Read More ...
Clear Bean Bags
How cool are these bean bags! I love the fact that your child can explore something but not necessarily be in danger of hurting themselves with them. What a great sensory lesson tool! Head on over to Lines Across My … Read More ...
Birthday Book Using Child’s Thumbprint
This cute little homeschool lesson really has some great craft qualities! Your child will love seeing how her simple thumbprint can transform into so many fun things. Who knew a little thumbprint could turn into so many birthday items! Head … Read More ...
Embroidered Postcards – Teach Kids To Sew
This could possibly be my favorite project of the year! What a great way to teach your children sewing techniques while using their imagination…the possibilities are endless. You are going to want to head over to The Magic Onions right … Read More ...
Nature Crafts : Autumn Leaf Mobile
One of my least favorite things about Florida is that Oak Trees are few and far between, at least where I live…. I must say that I am having acorn envy as I look at Donni from The Magic Onions’ … Read More ...
Ghosts in a Jar
This project is perfect to (in the words of Homemade Mamas kids) ‘Halloweenify’ your home. Your kids will love making these ghosts ‘float’ catpured in the jar…head on over to Homemade Mama.
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Make Your Own Minifig Lego Poster
This project is so great because you and your child can pick the lego ‘minifigs’ that they love best. All you need are your children’s minifigs, some construction paper and a camera, and you are off and running. Just imagine … Read More ...
Paper Plate Fish
I have definitely posted about Paper Plate Fish before, but I had to post about these because they are so bright and actually look like fish you might find in the coral reef. Fun Lab Blog has more photos for … Read More ...