I know I’m not the only mom who keeps bottle caps, and every little kid classroom or art area probably has a giant stash of multicolored lids.
This easy activity uses some of those lids in a learning activity that’s … Read More...
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by Sarah White
I know I’m not the only mom who keeps bottle caps, and every little kid classroom or art area probably has a giant stash of multicolored lids.
This easy activity uses some of those lids in a learning activity that’s … Read More...
by Sarah White
Mops with pads are really cool but having a pad you use once and throw away isn’t great for the environment. I specifically bought a mop that had washable covers, but if you have one of the ones with disposable … Read More...
This easy Santa Sign is an easy craft that the kids can help with. It comes with two free printables
one for the chalkboard sign and faux peppermint candies.
Visit Whimziville to download.
-Heather
These lovely little trees were made from paper with a die from Tim Holtz. Adding tiny battery tea candles or fairy lights inside make them a perfect centerpiece for a table or mantle this Christmas. Make a bunch from … Read More...
Easy holiday gift that they will actually use. This tutorial or recipe is for a Peppermint scented Bath Scrub. This tutorial comes with a free printable too. Check it out here.
by Sarah White
Who says you need a computer to learn code? I love this simple idea from Left Brain Craft Brain to use binary code and red and white pony beads to make coded candy canes.
This easy project uses materials … Read More...
This Dark Hot Chocolate Float is filled with rich dark hot chocolate, a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream, & topped with 3 sauces! What isn’t there to love about this recipe? Perfect for a little self love and self … Read More...
by Sarah White
I have a friend who did some holiday photos with her sweetie and they are both wearing plaid earflap hats. It might have been the thing to push me over the edge of thinking that earflap hats are actually cute, … Read More...
This toilet roll Santa is a cute DIY Christmas ornament idea for kids. Kids will love this Santa craft so much that they will want to make so many of them to hang on their Christmas trees. You can also … Read More...
OK, now this is an over-the-top fun and festive Ugly Christmas Sweaters! You could take even just one of these elements and go crazy with your sweater project. Pop on over to the blog The Mommy Promotion for the … Read More...
by Sarah White
Whether your tree is already decked or you’re still looking for a few special ornaments or decorations for your holiday home, you’ll want to check out these pretty cross stitch snowflake ornaments from Made to Treasure.
These remind me of … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
While the iron in my laundry room gets zero use, the one in my sewing room gets used almost every day. All that use can create build-up and gunk on the bottom! There are lots of ways you can clean … Read More...
With the holiday season just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about how to create a cozy and festive atmosphere in your home. And what better way to do that than by making your own handmade … Read More...
I came across this article by Hautestock.co on how to create cohesive graphics and wanted to share it with you. It not only has a written guide but there are loads of video tutorials to help you as well. I … Read More...
Stamp up and die cut some fun gift tags for your holiday presents this year. Nina-Marie has 5 amazing gift tags ideas many with great interactive elements like a shaker tag, one with a door that opens, a pocket tag … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Brandy from Gluesticks shows how you can sew a pair of pajama pants without using a pattern. Instead of a paper pattern, you can use a pair of pants that fit your child as a guide. This method eliminates some … Read More...
There’s always so much to do and keep track of during the Holidays. Get organized and don’t miss a thing with this DIY Christmas planner. Eileen covered a small journal with pattern papers, a frame with photo and embellishments to … Read More...
12 months, 12 squares, and lots of fun tapestry designs. The 2018 Tapestry Square Afghan Project is going to be a fun way to try out the technique and make a fun blanket by December.
Colder temperatures means warm beverages … Read More...
I was looking for ideas for my kids class to make for gifts and I decided it’ll be holders – cell phone holders, ring dishes… that sort of thing. Here’s one straight forward tutorial(English translation) of sorts … Read More...