I love the look of these bookmarks, don’t you? Print them out and let your kids color them as they please. Perhaps having personalized bookmarks will encourage them to not only read, but also help them keep track of schoolwork … Read More ...
Leaf-Stenciled Canvas
I know many of us are still enjoying summer and don’t even want to think about autumn (and what follows it), but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t start thinking about some fall decorations. This colorful autumn wall hanging is made … Read More ...
Duct Tape Pencil Case
There are so many amazing colors and designs available in duct tape these days that I am always looking for a creative excuse to buy some. I think this pencil case more than fit that bill! It is made by … Read More ...
Make a Newspaper Basket
I found another fun weaving project for you all! All you need to make one of these fun and unique baskets are old newspapers, but I bet you could also use colorful magazine pages and even unwanted junk mail. You … Read More ...
DIY Woven Coasters
It seems like anytime I share a link to something related to weaving (such as this hula hoop rug project and this branch weaving project), they seem to be very popular. That is why when I found these woven … 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 ...
The Top 25 Board Games for Upper Primary Children
If you are looking for a wonderful way to spend quality family time together, or to help out your older kids when they start complaining about being bored, check out this collection compiled by the folks over at School Mum. … 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 ...
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 ...
How to Tie-Dye
One of my favorite activities to do when I was a child was tie-dye. We did it outside so it was a perfect summer project! There are several different methods you can use so you can choose the one that … Read More ...
Glue and Watercolor Fruit Slice Craft
Earlier this month, I shared a Glue Art on Canvas project that was a huge hit so when I ran across this fruit slice craft, which uses similar techniques, I was excited to share it. Michelle, from Crafty Morning, shares … Read More ...
String Map Art
It seems like I have been seeing a lot of state related crafts lately. Especially ones that feature a heart covering the city you live in. While I have an amazing wooden state heart wall hanging my kids bought me, … Read More ...
Melted Pony Bead Bangle And Ring Set
I have seen a lot of tutorials for making sun catchers by melting colorful beads, but this is the first jewelry I have seen. This bracelet and ring set were made using approximately 90 pony beads. Lay the beads out … Read More ...