I cannot believe that I have never heard of a ‘family craft’ before…not sure if she invented the idea, but I love it! Here is a great ‘Family Craft’ that you can all do and ring in the New Year … Read More ...
NYE Hourly Countdown Bags for Kids!
I’m a little thankful that my kids are still young enough to not ask me to stay up till 12 on New Year’s Eve. But as soon as they do, I am going to be making these hourly countdown bags … Read More ...
Shrinky Dink Ornaments
The kids are now officially out for the Holiday Season. What better way to fill their days than by making ornaments! I love these ornaments by eighteen25 because your child can use their creativity and make each ornament completely personal! … Read More ...
DIY Advent Calendar
I love that this calendar uses simple materials and is in the shape of a Christmas tree. You can find the tutorial for this wonderful Advent Calendar over at The Magic Onions..(which happens to be one of my favorite … Read More ...
Make Your Own Printing Stamps
After I write this post, I am scouring my house to find materials and objects to make fun stamps! I bet I can find at least three things to make unique artistic type stamps that my kids could make Christmas … Read More ...
DIY Christmas Wrapping Paper
This simple project could be uniquely designed to fit the personalities of your family! Get inspired over at Art with Kids…although I personally love the hats!… Read More ...
Wax Dripped Pumpkins
Here’s another craft that you can do if you are without electricity or are in the path of Hurricane Sandy (I am hoping you are safe if you are). Under adult supervision, your children will love seeing the artistic effect … Read More ...
Teaching Kids About Negative and Positive Space
Art with Kids is a wonderful blog that teaches all aspects of art to children through creative activities and art projects. This particular post explains about negative and positive space and gives a great example of how you can help … Read More ...
Printmaking With Texture
I absolutely love looking at all of the creations that Vicki makes with Children in mind. This printing technique using different items has a wonderful outcome. You can find the tutorial and the materials used on Art with Kids. … Read More ...
Simple Marbling Paper Technique
I think children are amazed when you can take plain paper and turn it into a work of art itself. We can do this by using a number of different techniques on paper. Here is a fun and simple technique … Read More ...
Eye Masks {Kid Craft}
All of those late nights when high schoolers and tweeners are up studying for their exams will make them truly tired! These hand made eye masks are just the ticket for a sound night’s sleep. You can find the simple … Read More ...
Pentel Art Supplies {Review and Craft}
I was so excited to receive a package of some of their art supplies from Pentel including watercolors and beautiful markers. I decided to have some of our dear friends over and do a craft with the kids. I found … Read More ...
Stamped Clay Jewelry
This is such a fun rainy day activity for the tweens or teens in your home! I truly love Sculpey, and this post shows you more than just jewelry for teens that you can make… awesome ideas all in one … Read More ...
Hand-made Christmas Gifts {Web Feature}
I guess it’s getting about that time to start posting Christmas info… it is Labor Day after all. I am however, very excited to tell you about this fun tradition that one family has now decided to share the experience … Read More ...
A ‘Smart’ Teacher’s Gift {Free Printable}
Looking for a way to sweeten up your teacher with a teacher gift? Why not make them this adorable little appreciation gift?! This post also includes a free printable that really makes the gift look top notch AND like you … Read More ...