I love that the little girl who made this submarine had to have it pink with yellow windows. That’s the fun of crafting with kids…you never know what they are going to want, and how they will interpret the craft. … Read More ...
Printable Bookmarks
My girls love for me to read chapter books to them just so we can use bookmarks…or fold down the top corner. Personally, I prefer the bookmarks. You can get these adorable printable bookmarks, one for you and one for … Read More ...
The Ultimate Color Craft
How cool is this craft? I can just see a teacher doing this with a classroom full of students with their eyes open wide just waiting for the beautiful outcome of the melting crayons….who’s in? Me, Me!! Visit whatever, … Read More ...
Marker and Watercolor Resist Weaving
This project looks so fun, and something that you can do with your younger child or see what your older child creates on their own. I love the outcome of the two pieces weaved together. Pink and Green Mama explains … Read More ...
Easy DIY Light Table
It seems like light tables are all over kids craft/ homeschooling blogs. Often times I wonder how in the world I could get one of these. The solution is found in this great post from Tinkerlab. The post shows how … Read More ...
Back to School Pencil Magnet
This simple craft is perfect for hanging up all of those A+ tests and the beautiful artwork that your children will bring home. This tutorial even has a math lesson to go along with the craft, so its perfect to … Read More ...
Free Back to School Printables
This free printable is for your little ones who sometimes don’t want to share what they did at school during the day. If you make this a part of your daily routine, your children may truly blossom into a creative … Read More ...
Tissue Paper Tie Dye + Journal
I love projects where you have to wait to see the end result. This is one of those crafts that you work on, but don’t see the fruits until a few days later. Inspiration Surrounds… Creativity Abounds found a wonderful … Read More ...
Back To School Art Supply Tote
This project is so simple, and basically ‘free’ to make that it is a MUST DO before school starts! We have many of these ‘beverage’ holders sitting in our recycle bin. I will definitely be pulling them out to do … Read More ...
Paper Pulp Pictures
I have never tried Paper Pulp Pictures but it looks like a fun hands-on project that both me and my kids would enjoy. Art is Basic used this lesson plan as an inspiration for these beautiful works of art. Try … Read More ...
Vintage Print Notebook Re-Vamp
Those black and white bound notebooks are so ‘old school.’ Domestic Anarchy shows you how to use vintage prints and Mod Podge to jazz up your back to school notebooks. These are so cute!… Read More ...
Personalized Lunch Boxes
I love the look of those beautiful monogrammed lunch boxes from Pottery Barn…but they are so darn expensive. This is a great way to make sure your child knows which lunch box is theirs while also making it personal. Come … Read More ...
Chalk Paint Projects Galore!
Does chalk get you in the school spirit? I love the look of a freshly cleaned blackboard and a brand new stick of chalk to start off the year(sorry, that’s the school teacher in me.) ….from glitter to gumdrops has … Read More ...
What’s YOUR Opinion? Art vs. Crafts
There have been many times over the past few years while searching out amazing crafts for children that I have come across the same argument. Some parents want their children to be ‘creative’ rather than follow … Read More ...
Rainbow Rice and Garden Sensory Box
This sensory box is so cute. I think I could play in it all day. I colored rice blue once to make rain drops in a craft…but I never thought of making a RAINBOW of rice. Any child would love … Read More ...