During this time of year, with more trips to the beach and the kids going in and out of the house often, you might find that you end up with more sand scattered around your house than you would like. … Read More ...
Cardboard Guitars
If you know a child who is fascinated by guitars I highly recommend that you check out this tutorial posted by Ashley on Make It & Love It. I had to do a double take when it came to looking … Read More ...
Outdoor Clock made with Natural Materials
Teaching kids how to tell time these days can sometimes be a struggle — mainly because with the popularity of digital-type clocks far out-numbers that of a traditional clock. Being more familiar with digital clocks, kids might be a little … Read More ...
Confetti Paint Recipe
If you are looking for a fun and unique painting project to do with the kids, consider introducing them to this great confetti paint create by Allison at Learn ~ Play ~ Imagine. Not only does the introduction of sequins … Read More ...
Easy Mason Jar Luminaries
If you are planning out outdoor get-together, or just want some unique nightlights for your next family camping trip, check out this amazing mason jar luminaries. It is actually quite simple to make them and kids of all ages can … Read More ...
DIY a Minecraft Pencil Cube
Perhaps if you have a Minecraft fan living in your household, making one of these fun pencil holders will help get them excited for the upcoming school year! The base of this pencil holder is a styrofoam cube and the … Read More ...
Paper Plate Loom
People seem to love when I share weaving projects so here you go… Discover how easy it is to weave small trivets using little more than a paper plate and leftover yarn. The folks over at Krokotak not only show … Read More ...
DIY Sea Creature Crayons
This is such a fun way to use up piece of broken crayons. They would make a perfect traveling gift for the kids or a great project for them to do while they are waiting to go to the beach. … Read More ...
Beginning Letter Scavenger Hunt
You can easily create your own alphabet scavenger hunt using items you have lying around the house. Megan, from Coffee Cups and Crayons, created this set by writing the letters on colorful milk caps but you could use just about … Read More ...
STEAM Activity – DIY Rubber Band Racer
Challenge your kids to build their own version of this rubber band race car and then let them spend an afternoon hosting their own races! The first things the kids need to do is to gather together the supplies, which … Read More ...
Seashell and Beach Glass Collage
Next time go you are planning a trip to the beach, keep this project in mind and you are walking along the shore and looking for treasures. Liska, from Adventure in a Box, explains how to create a colorful collage … Read More ...
DIY Acrylic Painting Stand
If you have a budding artist and are looking for a great activity to do outdoors, check out this amazing acrylic paint stand DIY posted by Meri Cherry. Of course, it could also be used inside, but using it outside … Read More ...
Egg Carton American Flag Craft for Kids
When it comes to making American Flag crafts, it is sometimes hard to find an idea that is great for kids to do and yet unique enough to keep their interest. I think this cool egg carton American flag project, … Read More ...
Branch Weaving
I ran across this project while I was searching for crafts made using sticks and stones. While this branch weaving project isn’t quite what I had in mind, I fell in love with it as soon as a saw it. … Read More ...
Make Paper Out of Dryer Lint
Next time you have a few loads of laundry to do, perhaps you can use this project to encourage the kids to lend a helping hand! Promise them that if they help fold and put away the clothing that you … Read More ...