I find anything made using tessellations (A pattern made of identical shapes that fit together without any gaps and they do not overlap) fascinating. How about you?
Jodi, from Meaningful Mama, felt that same way so she did this … Read More ...
Alphabet Tunnel Play
Kristina, from Toddler Approved, made up this fun and educational game for her kids. She used colored cardstock and painters tape to create tunnels that her kids could drive their toy vehicles through. She cut the paper to the … Read More ...
Slotted Building Discs
I found the ideas for these slotted building discs at Made by Joel and thought it was a great project to share with all of you. I love the idea of taking these along with you for a quiet activity … Read More ...
Handprint Flower Pot
While Tracey, from We-Made-That.com, had her kids make these to give as Mother’s Day gifts, I think they would be wonderful to make for yourself. They would certainly dress up any patio or deck. I think I will have … Read More ...
Mini Photo Album
I this is the perfect time of year to share this project with all of you. This photo album can be made to give to a special lady for Mother’s Day, as a fun Father’s Day gift, or as a … Read More ...
Makin’ Glue Shirts
Discover how easy it is to make your own personalized t-shirts using the tutorial shared on I’m Feelin’ Crafty. All you need to make your own is a t-shirt, some washable glue, and some fabric paint. You can even … Read More ...
Spring Flower Sensory Bottle
If your yard is like mine and overgrown with dandelions, discover how you can use them to entertain your little ones. You can encourage your kids to help you pick all of the dandelions in your yard and then show … Read More ...
Pretty Paper Flower Centerpiece
Believe it or not, for as stunning as these flowers look, they are easy to make and a great gift ideas for kids to make and give for Mother’s Day. The flower is simply a spiral cut piece of paper … Read More ...
Cardboard Tube Chili Pepper Maracas
This just might be the best Cinco de Mayo craft I have seen. Where to begin…
First of all, I love recycling crafts and these adorable maracas are made by recycling a cardboard paper towel roll. Secondly, you can use … Read More ...
DIY Pencil Flower Bouquet
These little flowers are sweet and simple — and perfect to give to your favorite teacher in honor of National Teacher Appreciation Day on May 6th.
You might not be able to tell by this picture, but the flowers’ stems … Read More ...
Playdough Activity Mats
Making play dough mats has been on my to-do list for quite awhile. Pop on over to Emma Owl and you can download six shape-themed playdough mats. Print them out and laminate them and your kids can have fun … Read More ...
Making Prints for Mother’s Day Cards
This is a great way to teach kids about making prints while making a special card for moms and grandmas for Mother’s Day. To make these prints, you don’t have to have any special equipment or even make your own … Read More ...
DIY Tugging Box Activity for Toddlers
This project is so simple you will be surprised at how entertained it keeps older babies and young toddlers. I will admit, for as long as I have worked with kids of all ages, I had never heard of a … Read More ...
Popsicle Stick Harmonica
Have you ever whistled using a blade of grass held between your thumbs? This DIY harmonica works in pretty much the same way!
Show your kids how to make sweet music by sandwiching a skinny piece of paper between two … Read More ...
Ladybug Math Game
This is a fast and easy game to make for preschool-aged and even older kids. All you need is felt and the printable template created by Tracey from We Made That.
You can use this lady bug game to … Read More ...