This project is perfect to (in the words of Homemade Mamas kids) ‘Halloweenify’ your home. Your kids will love making these ghosts ‘float’  catpured in the jar…head on over to Homemade Mama.

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This bunting is so cute and perfect to make with your children that won’t be too spooky! Head on over to Organize & Decorate Everything for this adorable bunting tutorial.

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Eric Carle is one of those children’s books geniuses who can not only engage a child, but also the adults reading the books as well. Here is a great craft that can get your child actively involved in learning about … Read More...

I love projects where you have to wait to see the end result. This is one of those crafts that you work on, but don’t see the fruits until a few days later.  Inspiration Surrounds… Creativity Abounds found a wonderful … Read More...

This sensory box is so cute. I think I could play in it all day. I colored rice blue once to make rain drops in a craft…but I never thought of making a RAINBOW of rice.  Any child would love … Read More...

I can’t believe I missed this blog post back in May…but now that I’ve found it, in the middle of an incredible heat wave, I just had to tell you about it! These lightning bugs are so cute, and the … Read More...

Ever wonder how Eric Carle creates those beautiful illustrations for his books? You can follow his own slide show tutorial here.  Follow The Imagination Tree on their journey to create their own tissue paper prints. Even her 14 month … Read More...

Who knew that startfruit was so patriotic! Stamping using fruits and vegetables can be such a great project with your children. Check out this Fourth of July Craft over at Alpha Mom.

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There is something completely nostalgic about Mason Jars. To incorporate them into a 4th of July craft is like eating a piece of Apple Pie…delicious! I love how these jars are basically saluting our Country as they line the driveway. … Read More...

This kids craft is perfect for making sure you know exactly what you planted in your garden. I love that they can be seen high above the plants. This tutorial post is part of Skip to My Lou’s Craft Camp… Read More...

These little lanterns are so cute, and I love that they are hung on the polka dot ribbon! The Crafting Chicks has come up with this patriotic kids craft…they have a great tutorial with beautiful pictures.

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You can make these adorable seahorses out of popcorn, paper, glue and some  powder tempera paint!  This craft goes along with the book Mister Seahorse by Eric Carle….brilliant!  The beautifully photographed  tutorial is over at C.R.A.F.T.

These windchimes are so fresh and ‘summery’ looking. I think my favorite part is the glitter…how fun! Head on over to hands on: as we grow for the tutorial.There are lot’s of music learning resources available online too.  Check out … Read More...

I just had to post about this book craft that goes along with one of my favorite children’s books, The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle.  Currently, my girls are learning about butterflies, in fact we are waiting for … Read More...

Domestic Charm shares a great idea and link for an outdoor summer activity…Liquid Sidewalk Chalk. My kids would love using a paint brush out on the driveway.  You can get the recipe from Smashed Peas and Carrots blog.

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I had to post about this craft since we are learning about Butterflies this week in my home.  A good caterpillar craft is always needed for this lesson!  I love the different colors of these felt balls.  Head on over … Read More...

These fingerprint flower cards will definitely be a keepsake that moms will want to keep forever.  Put these in a frame, and keep them all year round! Head on over to Serving Pink Lemonade for the inspiration.  Just make sure … Read More...