In our house, there’s no such thing as too many unicorn crafts! We love all things unicorn, fairies, and glitter. Unicorn Craft for Kids So, when the my daughter and her friend were complaining that it was too hot to go outside the other day, we broke out the craft supplies and got to work. This …
Today’s craft was inspired by our favorite family vacation spot – the beach! While the craft is easy to do and great for building fine motor skills, if you use a large sheet of paper (like we did), it can take quite a while to finish. For younger artists, try cutting the piece …
We, okay, I drink a lot of coffee in our house and we go through more than our fair share of half & half cartons. This craft idea came about after opening yet another half gallon of half & half and getting the white pull top stuck on my finger…like a ring. Since the little girl in our family …
Tulle princess skirt craft When the movie Frozen came out, the youngest’s desire to twirl and sing “Let It Go” while decked out in princess regalia hit an all-time high. Since there is nothing quick or easy about sewing clothes, a tutu was the perfect alternative for letting her dress-up and have a blast dancing around the …
For a couple of years we have used fabric key chain fobs on the keys. When the kids were younger, it made it much easier to loop the keys over my wrist when going out and coming in the house with a baby on the hip. Now that they’re older, it is more habit than …
Birthdays are a big deal around our house and with three kids’ birthdays within 3 weeks of one another (with Thanksgiving sandwiched in between), you can bet that the months of November and December are busy months. What better way to celebrate those special days than with a special birthday crown? Now, I know …
Getting the kids to read during the summer isn’t always easy when water gun fights and bike riding are beckoning to them from the sunny outdoors. To help pique their interest and their desire to read, we enrolled them in our community library’s summer reading program and created new bookmarks. This article contains affiliate links. Since …
One of the most challenging things about helping kids learn to craft stories is getting them to write creatively. It’s so much easier to write facts vs. fiction and to describe the concrete vs. the abstract. This fun Monster Sticker Craft for Kids is not only an entertaining sticker and drawing craft, it also helps kids put …
We were looking for a fun way to clip my daughter’s papers from our unit study on ladybugs together and decided to whip up a cute little ladybug clothespin craft. It’s a super easy quick kids’ craft and goes perfectly with the ladybug headband craft that we made the other day. All you need to create the perfect little …
We love using recycled materials for crafts, so when we came upon a bag of used clothespins, we knew we needed some craft ideas to go along with them. This round-up of 19+ clothespin crafts for kids is the perfect place to start! From mermaids to alligators to a wreath for summer, these crafts are …
There is nothing that says summer more than a hometown parade with fire trucks, the high school band, and, of course, the spectators along the route waving their American flags. We love our town’s 4th of July parade so much that we get there early just to make sure we get the same great spot …
Toilet paper rolls are something everyone has – they’re the craft supply that keeps on giving. Instead of tossing them in the recycle bin, here are a few creative ways to re-purpose these simple cardboard rolls. What’s even better is that most of these crafts are great for the kids to do too! Upcycled Toilet …
We’ve been studying ladybugs a lot lately and currently have a ladybug habitat in full hatching swing. It’s that creepy-cool science that we love with a healthy dose of “if those things get out, we’re going to have a problem.” Know what I mean? This post contains affiliate links. So, between reading books like Ladybug Girl by …
When we were getting ready to move at the end of last year, we found a lot of things that we needed to get rid of. But…being the craft-minded, out-of-the box thinkers that we are (aka craft supply hoarders), it was really hard to throw things away, because everything can be used to make something, right?! And that’s how the Easy …
Summer break is almost here and I have to admit, I’m a bit worried. Keeping three kids from uttering the dreaded, “Mom, I’m bored!” phrase? It’s going to be a challenge! So, I’ve gathered some of my favorite summer crafts for kids and put them all into one handy article. You see, friends, this resource …
Preschool crafts are more than just an art activity for preschoolers. They help little learners develop fine motor skills and expand their knowledge. They’re the ultimate way to teach while having fun and being creative! The preschool crafts below are great reminders that even the most common materials can help kids create amazing masterpieces! Crafts …
Cut up some slices, soak in the sun and dip your feet in the water—it makes for the perfect weekend! But no matter the season, watermelon is always a treat. What better way to make the day great than with some fun watermelon crafts for kids. These preschool activities and elementary crafts will keep kids engaged and …
We’ve been working on this Garden Activity Guide for some gardening unit fun and this 3D Tulips Kids Craft fits in perfectly. Not only are the flowers amazingly pretty, but the craft itself is so versatile. You can turn the tulips into a Mother’s Day card, use them as part of a 3D wall art display, or even put …
Not only is it Opening Day for the 2018 Baseball Season, but on that day, every team in MLB will be playing. It’s the first time that’s happened since 1968! So, to honor the special occasion, we’ve rounded up some fun baseball craft ideas to get you in the spirit of the game! 19 Baseball Crafts and …
Whether St. Patty’s Day is around the corner or your house is showered with rainy-day gloom, rainbow crafts are the perfect way to get the kids excited. Since no two people see the same rainbow in the sky, rainbow projects allow children to express individuality while creating a keepsake everyone will love. Bring your child into the …