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STEAM is an educational approach to learning that uses Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics as access points for guiding student inquiry, dialogue, and critical thinking.
The end results are students who take thoughtful risks, engage in experiential learning, … Read More...
Have you been dying (pun intended) to try the new Color wave wool by Lion Brand?
Well, we have too and when we came across this free pattern we just had to share the color combinations with you. I … Read More...
Its time to step up drawing time and throw away those straight laced traditional crayons and pop some Crayon rocks in your child’s hands. Why? Because crayon rocks are perfect for little fingers to grip and they are just adorable … Read More...
A calm border surrounds a livelier interior of bright triangles in this mini quilt made by Tonya Grant, of the The Crafty Mummy. She’s one of 13 participants making a mini quilt, then sharing how to make it, as … Read More...
We have been getting lot’s of requests for natural repellents. We have blogged about a few different ones but here is another great recipe from a Piece of Rainbow. I like the balm recipe she also used, Balm is easy … Read More...
First up I have a super-fun giveaway to tell you about and then scroll down to see the fun airbrushed solar light sign I made using the Testors AirBrainz Airbrush Kit and their acrylic paint.
Leave a comment in today’s … Read More...
Watermelons have been slowly creeping their way into the world of design and decor, and it’s safe to say that they are the new “it” fruit. Move over pineapples, there’s a new fruit in town! Watermelons are popping up everywhere, … Read More...
How cool is the galaxy cake roll! This cake roll will be a great summer dessert. It is cool looking for those teen parties and also for the sci-fi fans. Beth at The First Year describes the galaxy look the … Read More...
Welcome to our roundup of sewing projects using ric rac. Ric rac is a versatile and decorative trim that has been around for many years, and it’s a great way to add a touch of texture and color to any … Read More...
Here’s a cool way to use your die cuts to make a card but with adding layers or bulk. Sandy Allnock will show you how to lay out, die cut, water color and inlay those dies for a cute (and … Read More...
Looking for something cool to stitch for summer? Why not make an ice cream treat that won’t melt in the summer sun. Looking for DMC Threads Check out DMC’s website
Here are some fun free cross stitch patterns for … Read More...
This time of year we love doing all sorts of things with chalk, but I never thought to make a sidewalk chalk rake before.
It’s a fun little engineering project for kids that comes together quickly and gives you the … Read More...
It’s great when you can knit things you will use all the time, and one summertime essential that can easily be knit is a can cozy. These little sleeves keep condensation off your hands when your beverage gets sweaty, adn … Read More...
Last week we shared a Tahiti Bikini pattern and we go so many requests for more tutorials. We cam across this lovely criss cross style Bikini top and we thought we would share the free pattern with you.
To make a Rock the Clock game, you’ll need a square canvas, 24 rocks (12 larger, 12 smaller), rainbow paints, a white paint marker, and craft glue/hot glue.
For the full tutorial and how to play it visit Parscaeli.com
Today’s Feature Friday shop is the Etsy shop Lava Essentials. Their work features a line of minimalist lava stone essential oil diffusing jewelry and home of the original minimalist lava triangle diffuser necklace! Created for essential oil lovers, simple souls … Read More...
Who doesn’t love a beautiful piece of pearl
jewelry? They are classic jewelry pieces that can go with almost any outfit. Dress your pearls up, dress them down.
Make one of these DIY pieces of jewelry and you’ll be glad … Read More...
The creative clayers of Etsy make Easter fun!
 Cream Egg Earrings by SweetsOfMyOwn |
 Dollhouse Scale Easter Baking by Realistic Miniature |
 Rainbow Filigree Easter Egg by StarlessClay |
 Easter Chicks Figures by HelensClayArt |
If you are looking for the last minute baking idea for St. Patrick’s Day, this one will work. Everyone can have their own leprechaun without chasing the rainbow. You could use a gold chocolate coin in place of the pot … Read More...
With St. Patrick’s Day right around the corner, we thought it would be fun to bring you some ideas for celebrating the day of all things green. Now, you don’t need to go all out and have a big party, … Read More...
