Talk about the perfect imagination craft! I can’t think of anything more fun (aside from Real Fireflies of course) than jumping around with my children, catching fireflies in this adorable jar! The post is from last year, but its definitely … Read More ...
Mermaid Wands
Here on the East Coast of Florida, there is no shortage of sand. I can’t wait to pile some into a bucket, take it home and make this craft! My girls and I were actually pretending that we were mermaids … Read More ...
How to Have a Pirate Day Play Date
A guest post from the mommy bloggers of Paging Supermom had the great idea of turning a play date into an imagination extravaganza…Pirate Day! You can find their guest post over at Makes and Takes. They have some great tutorials … Read More ...
Tie-Dyed Socks-Summer Craft
During the summer, we rarely wear socks. But it is the perfect time to get outside, and make some colorful tie-dyed socks! Family time is so important during the summer when the kids are home and have your attention! Head … Read More ...
Light up Lightning Bugs
I can’t believe I missed this blog post back in May…but now that I’ve found it, in the middle of an incredible heat wave, I just had to tell you about it! These lightning bugs are so cute, and the … Read More ...
Silhouette Canvas Craft
Char from Crap I’ve Made is on of the funniest crafty bloggers you will ever read… she is so ‘real’ with you that you can’t help but nod your head in agreement with her stories. She is blogging over at … Read More ...
Octopus Craft
I love the idea of using Bubble Wrap for the sucker legs! This is another great craft for learning about the sea, or even Octopi themselves. This cute craft can be found at Rugrats + Royalty.… Read More ...
Butterfly Art
I truly can’t wait to do this craft…if the craft store wasn’t already closed, I would be in my car to buy some more canvases for this project. I can just see them now above my girls’ beds. You can … Read More ...
Juice Box Boats
This craft is perfect for a hot sunny day in your back yard. Drink your juice boxes, then make boats out of them, then…sail them…or fly them as one of the kids from Pinching Your Pennies did! You can find … Read More ...
Sandcasting at the Beach
Many families are headed to the beach this summer for some well deserved relaxation and family time. Children, however…take their energy with them on vacations. Here, Paint Cut Paste shows you how to use that energy, and their shell findings … Read More ...
Paper Roll Fish
These paper roll fish are perfect for a rainy day when perhaps going out to catch the ‘real’ thing might not be possible. Head on over to Paper Crafts for Children to see how to make these adorable little fish … Read More ...
Paper Cup Flowers
These paper cup flowers would be a great addition to any summertime kitchen table or mantle. Head on over to Art Platter for the tutorial.… Read More ...
Cupcake Liner Sunflowers
Sunflowers are the perfect reminder of how wonderful summertime is. I love the idea of using coffee grinds to create the ‘center’ of the sunflower. Visit We Know Stuff to get the full how to.… Read More ...
Play Dough Mosaics
My children love to play with play dough, but the clean up is a real hassle. Often times, I wait until the little pieces have dried up, then I just sweep them up and throw them away. Putti Prapancha has … Read More ...
Secret Code Birthday Card
When I was young, I can remember spending a lot of time at the breakfast table deciphering secret codes off of cereal boxes. These cards are a perfect throw back to simple childhood fun. The Silly Pearl has turned a … Read More ...