Sometimes, at the very core of my being, I secretly wish that I was a child in the house of some of the amazing crafters that I post about. Today, I have that feeling again.
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Cake Decorating Practice with Playdough
Wax Resist Paintings AND Shadow Puppets!
This project has so many amazing aspects that I just don’t know which to share first. Could it be the way her children created these wax resist paintings and used them for their shadow puppet background scenery? Love That! Or … Read More...
Parade in a Box
Looking for a few fun projects to fill your days with your children? Look no further than the Parade in a Box series by bugaboo, mini, mr. and me. All of the instruments are adorable, and the flags are my … Read More...
‘The Lorax’ Truffula Tree Pencils
Here is another fun craft that is part of The Lorax movie blog tour. You can find the tutorial for these adorable Truffula Tree Pencils over at Zakka Life.
‘Batiked’ Child’s Chef Apron
This project uses a little fabric, glue and acrylic paint. You can’t go wrong. Head on over to Art With Kids by Vicki Smith for the tutorial. This would be a fun project for a sleepover baking or cooking party!‘Car Love’ Shirt
What better shirt for a little boy to wear than this ‘car love’ t-shirt that you and your son can make together! Helping Little Hands uses a distressed freezer paper technique…plus, your son can wear this shirt all year!
Homemade Valentine’s Playdough Ornaments
At first glance, I thought these had tiny chunks of peppermint candy in them, but then I read into the post, and you can put glitter in to get the same effect! I love how cute these hearts are. You … Read More...
Heart Penguins
Do you heart penguins? Do you like penguins made from hearts? Have I confused you yet? Why not just click over to Classified: Mom to get the adorable tutorial on the penguins made from all hearts!?! This craft would be … Read More...
Handprint Santa
How cute is this Santa Ornament? I just love the fact that the fingers become the beard. Make one with your child today, just in time to hang them on your tree before the REAL Santa comes! Head on over … Read More...
Yarn Wreath Ornaments
I found these wreaths on Pinterest and instantly fell in love with them. These ornaments were made with a four year old helping out! This is a great holiday vacation project! Head on over to Christopher And Tia for the … Read More...
Homemade Picture Frame
Looking for a great grandparent gift? This simple picture frame uses items you probably have around your house. Head on over to Art is Basic where you can see how to make one, as well as see other examples as… Read More... Homemade Rolling Stamp Wrapping Paper
I am a huge fan of teaching your children about giving. This craft, to make their own wrapping paper ( in which they will wrap the presents they bought) is the perfect teaching tool. Crafts like this allow you to … Read More...
New Craft Show for Kids…Hosted by a Kid!
Do you ever watch a kid in action and say to yourself, ‘Wow, they were meant to do that!’ This definitely happened to me while watching little Siena show us her tutorial for a cute little pet collar for her … Read More...
Oil Pan Alphabet Board
Many of us now have fridge’s that are not magnetic. This mom came up with a great solution. The oil pan becomes the alphabet board for your kids to work on! Head on over to Nic and Kate to see … Read More...
Make Your Own- Connect the Dots with Leaves
My Kids Make has a great idea of using collected leaves to make your own Connect the Dots! You can change the number range that you use depending on the age and skill level … Read More...
International Children’s Gallery
{Photo Source is ‘Leaves’ by Vincent– age group 6-8} Have you ever dreamed of your child’s artwork hanging in a gallery that will be viewed by thousands of people? Your dream can now come true! Enter International … Read More... Busy Bag Craft- Cupcakes!
For my daughter’s 5th birthday, we had a baking party where the kids all got to decorate their own cupcakes! Why not have a craft where they can do this all the time! Crafty Couple got the original idea from… Read More...
Fall and Apples Themed Lesson Plan and Crafts!
Are you looking to teach your child about Fall and Apples? Don’t worry, The Nature of Grace has it all planned out for you! She has so much information for a full week’s worth of lessons and crafts in one … Read More...
Shape Snake
I had previously posted about the Busy Bag Series that Crafty Couple is doing. The basic idea is to create a bag of fun things for your child to do during times when you would like them to be ‘occupied’. … Read More...
Tissue Paper Pumpkins
Its amazing how big round orange produce can brighten any room….especially when they as cute as these tissue paper pumpkins! I am a firm believer that Contact Paper should be in every kids craft cabinet in America….or the world for … Read More...