How many times have you encountered your child coming up to you while you are doing the dishes or cleaning the bathroom saying, “I’m bored” with a smug look on their face. I HAVE… all too many times. I love … Read More ...
Rock Stamps
Have a lot of rocks around? Why not use them to make stamps!?! These rocks work just as well as stamps you pay for! Head over to Thrive 360 Living for the how to!… Read More ...
Silhouette Paper Cuttings
Here is a great lesson plan on how to use silhouette paper cuttings when teacher younger children. It encourages fine hand motor skills and cutting skills. She based her ideas on the book The Amazing Paper Cuttings of Hans Christian … Read More ...
DIY Notepads {Teacher Gift}
How adorable are these custom made notepads?!? I love the fact that you can change the drawing for each teacher! Just head over to The Vintage Umbrella for the tutorial.… Read More ...
Hero Stones {Father’s Day Craft}
Here is a great craft that kids of almost any age can make for their father this year. You can find the full tutorial over Crafts by Amanda… who also happens to be our H&G Editor here at Craft … Read More ...
Homemade Weaving Loom for Kids
This would be a great project for little hands, and the possibilities are endless as to what kind of fabric an ribbons you could use! They even suggest having these at as a center activity for kids in a classroom! … Read More ...
Campfire Craft
Sometimes it’s just not possible to take the whole family camping but your kids really want that experience. Here is a simple way to bring the camping feel home. You can find the tutorial for how to make a paper … Read More ...
Bon Voyage {Lesson Plan Unit}
Looking for a way to close out the end of your school year? Here is a wonderful lesson plan unit that takes the theme ‘Bon Voyage’ and applies it to all the subjects for a memorable exit and having fun … Read More ...
First Day/Last Day Board
We all focus so much on taking a picture on the first day of school, but how fun is it to compare growth with the last day of school! You can get the idea and how to make a cute … Read More ...
Mini Magazine Download {Story Shells}
This mini magazine is a wonderful step by step instructions for instilling creativity and quality time with your children. You can sign up for the newsletter to get the free mini magazine over at Crafting Connections.
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Spring Cookie Cutter Bird Feeders
A few years back I bought a huge box of random cookie cutters. This is the perfect project to pull them all out and see what patterns would make great bird feeders! You can find the tutorial over at We … Read More ...
DIY Pattern Game for Toddlers
This is an inexpensive and fun way to make a matching and pattern game for your little ones! I love the fact that you can choose from so many different stickers to accommodate the interests of your child. Head over … Read More ...
Stained Glass House {Kid Craft}
I’ve seen many sun catchers in the last few years of doing this blog. But I have yet to see a 3D sun catcher stained glass house…until today! This tutorial is incredible. I love the way the sun shines through … Read More ...
Dyed Nature Necklaces
It’s that time of the year where nature walks are really enjoyable. The mosquitoes aren’t yet at their peak and either is the heat. Collect some nature items and make these fun nature necklaces! Head over to Twodaloo for the … Read More ...
Coffee Filter Flowers
We’ve all seen coffee filter flowers, but I had to suggest this post because of the beautiful colors she created using a little bit of food coloring. They almost look real! Head over to Easy-Home-Made for the tutorial.… Read More ...