Have you ever made a painting in a spin art machine
? You fit the paper into position, place a few drops of paint near the center of the paper, and flip the ON switch… Even if you don’t have … Read More ...
10 Educational Ways to Use Plastic Eggs
Have you ever wondered what to do with all of the plastic eggs you acquire at this time of year? Perhaps some of these ideas will help! Use your collection of plastic Easter eggs to make a fun and educational … Read More ...
Craft Stick Spring Birds
Sometimes I am truly amazed at the cuteness that can be achieved using just the most basic of craft supplies. Everyone can have a ton of fun creating unique birds using craft sticks and colorful feathers. Once they are done, … Read More ...
Contact Paper Confetti Kite
This colorful kite is not great fun for the kids to make and play with, it also makes a wonderful spring decoration. Follow along with these directions, shared by Brigette at Life Lesson Plans, and discover how easy it … Read More ...
Foam Cup Fozzie Bear
I love the Muppets and Fozzie Bear is definately at near the top of favorite characters. It was wonderful timing running across this Fozzie Bear inspired craft now because I am hoping to go see the new Muppet movie tonight! … Read More ...
First Day of Spring – Bird Nest Feeder
If you are going to be cleaning out your craft room or cupboard as a part of your spring cleaning routine, you can donate any unwanted yarn to the birds. Fill an empty suet feeder
full of small pieces of … Read More ...
Bunny Peep Puffy Paint Easter Craft
Are your kids fans of Peeps Easter candy? Personally, I am not a fan of these sugar coated marshmallow treats, but I am a fan of this Peep easter project!
Not only does Michelle from Sassy Dealz share directions for … Read More ...
Make Your Own Contact Paper Stickers with Kids
There is something very satisfying as spending quality time crafting with children, except, maybe, spending quality time making craft supplies with children!
I love working with clear Con-Tact paper and have used it in many aspects of crafting. I have … Read More ...
How to Create a Rainbow Stained Glass Window
This amazing stained glass window was made using pieces of paper that were colored and then painted. The secret ingredient? Vegetable oil!
Jean, from the Artful Parent, had her kids doodle designs on the paper using oil pastels
(but … Read More ...
Daffodil Suncatchers
While many of us are waiting for Spring to come, why not at least bring spring to your home or classroom by making lovely daffodils!
Use yellow tissue paper and clear Con-Tact paper to create the flower pedals and a … Read More ...
Two Simple Shamrock Games
While Allison, from No Time for Flashcards, created these games for her kindergartener, they can be easily modified for younger and older children. She used craft foam supplies she found at the dollar store to make both of these … Read More ...
Accordion Folded Spring Flower Collage
I love making collages with children – especially when you use a variety of different mediums. Their creativity can just be amazing when you give them a suggestions and a handful of supplies.
The flowers here are attached to a … Read More ...
String Art for Kids
Have you ever seen a completed string art project and think “I want to try that”? If you do want to try it, I suggest using these direction shared by Angie from The Chic Country Cottage. She shares the short … Read More ...
Heart Shamrock Decorations
This is a fast and easy St. Patrick’s Day decoration. These dimensional shamrocks are made using three heart shapes — hearts are much easiest to cut our than a shamrock shape. You can use the to decorate windows, doors, or … Read More ...
Alphabet Sounds Fishing and Matching Game
Not only can you use this homemade game to teach young kids the alphabet, you can use it to encourage older children to spell words. Anna was inspired to make this project when she got a great deal on a … Read More ...
