To make this fan you will need the following supplies: 1 paper plate 1 jumbo craft stick Acrylic craft paint: green, pink, light pink, black Scissors White craft glue Cut a V-shape from the paper plate to create a watermelon wedge. Paint the craft stick and the rim of the paper plate green. Paint the center of the plate pink. Use light pink to add a border between the green and pink paint on the paper plate....
This pumpkin tic tac toe board is going to be an addition to my preschool classroom this fall. It also fits perfectly with our tree unit theme because it’s made using a wood slice and twigs. DIY tic tac toe board We were inspired by this woodland animals tic tac toe game for our fun fall activity. Kids of all ages are going to love it. Whether you put it in your classroom or on your coffee table at home it’s a great addition to your fall decor and fall fun....
Root beer extract can be hard to find. See the bottom of the post for a few sources. The one most readily available at supermarkets is the McCormick brand. Makes about 4 dozen Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted butter 2 cups dark brown sugar 2 eggs 2 tsp. root beer extract 3 1/2 cups flour 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. salt 1/4 cup water (optional–only use if dough is too dry) Root Beer frosting (recipe below)...
Seasonal summer fruits and vegetables are those that are in their peak in terms of flavor or harvest from late May to early September. Looking for fresh, local fruits and vegetables is a much healthier option, and buying in season will definitely help local farmers and producers. Most of the times we are not aware of exactly what to look for “in season now – summer” near us. Summer is probably the greatest time of the year when tackling fresh produce....
In comes Plum Sauce. And what better to go with a sweet and tart plum sauce than pancakes? They are a perfect pair. Recipe for Plum Sauce: 1/4 cup butter 1/4 cup sugar 2 cups fruit, diced in 1/2 inch chunks -this can be any fruit. I left my skins on, but you could peel them. 1 Tablespoon flour – we used almond flour for gluten free sauce In a saucepan over medium to low heat, melt your butter....
Different colored fabric tulle netting – red, orange, green and purple. Instead of just M&M’s, there’s Whoppers, Mike & Ikes, Tootsie Rolls, and Gumdrops. This time, I twisted the brown pipe wire for the turkey’s neck, creating more of a wattle. The red nose thing (snood) is pipe wire this time, instead of red paper. Now everyone at the table will get a different sweet treat to eat, and may want to make a few candy trades....
I have a love-hate relationship with social media platforms, I always have. So many ups and downs of social media in the creative space. From a personal level and a business level. The social networking platforms specifically from Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Instagram (don’t even get me started on SnapChat!) But I followed along with almost every new social media network that came along, most of them from day one....
I bought these winter gloves at Wal-Mart at $1.47 for two pair and they come in lots of colors. There are child sizes and adult sizes. These are adult sizes, but the kids can put them on too. The supplies I used were felt, pom pons, fabric markers, and tacky fabric glue. You really could use any crafty item to create your puppets. I have purchased a set of fabric markers and they have lasted me a couple of years....
I’ve been able to meet Blair and have become good friends, as we both live in Seattle (so many reasons to love this city). We’ve spoken on panels together, attended events, and we’ve met up for dinner to talk blogging and crafting. She’s the best. I’m thrilled for her new book, it has everything you need to turn your extra scraps and knick-knacks into something fabulous. You know I love crochet, so this project below for a modern crocheted doily will be my first to try!...
I’ve come up with 12 games, activities, and crafts for traveling with kids. I tried really hard not to buy much, I wanted to keep it inexpensive as I have 3 children and didn’t want to spend more money than it already costs to travel. I found things from around the house we already had, aside from 1-2 new things, and turned it into a few fun games. Squiggle Drawings on Index Cards: This is a simple way to bring new life to coloring with squiggle drawings....
Cupcake Liner Butterflies: Turn a cupcake liner and a clothespin into a butterfly! Kids can hang these with string and let them fly near a window. Find the tutorial over at Crafty Morning. Clothespin Dinosaur Craft: A handful of clothespins becomes a herd of dinosaurs, roar! Find the tutorial over at All for the Boys. Clothespin Snowman Craft: What cute puffy noses on these smiling clothespin snowmen! Find the tutorial over at Easy Peasy and Fun....
7 Spring Flower Crafts Spring Straw Paper Flower: Turn heart-shaped paper cutouts and striped straws into a delightful bouquet! Simply punch holes in your paper hearts and slide them onto your straw stems. These playful, colorful flowers are a cheerful addition to any craft table. {via The Spruce} 2. Tissue Paper Flowers: Stack layers of colorful tissue paper to form beautiful, fluffy petals. Add a button in the center for a fun finishing touch....
Mini Llama Piñata DIY: Well if this llama piñata isn’t the cutest thing you’ve ever seen- I don’t know what is. I want to plan an entire party around llamas just to make these cuties. They are also really simple to make- yay! (via The Brookhaven House) Maker Mama Llama Embroidery Pattern: Make this darling little llama for a fun DIY project. Keep it as is inside it’s embroidery hoop to hang as a frame or sew this embroidered fabric to make a throw pillow!...
(SCROLL DOWN TO PRINT RECIPE for Apricot Leather) Ingredients: 2 cups blended apricots 1 Tablespoon lemon juice 2 Tablespoons honey This makes 2 roll-ups depending on the size of tray Method: First cut the apricots in half and take out the pits. Then blend them smooth in a blender. Next add the honey and lemon juice and give it another spin in the blender. Now prepare a tray with plastic wrap along the bottom covering it....
Supplies for Q-Tip Spiders: Q-tips – 4 per spider scissors Paper plates black paint glue – any glue will work. I prefer a Glue Dot for these, as well as a white glue. pom poms 2 googly eyes *You can craft your spiders first or paint your web first. We did both and either way works well. Place a glue dot onto the center of a paper plate. Cut your Q-tips in half and add 4 in a row to the top of the glue dot, on either side....
Take summer fun to a new level with this easy DIY sidewalk chalk paint recipe! Sidewalk chalk is a classic activity that kids love to take outdoors during summer. There are so many ways to play and learn with chalk which makes it a super versatile and affordable activity for summer. This recipe is super easy to make and only takes a few simple supplies that are most likely already in your pantry....
Draw, Cut, and Collage an Abstract Art Project Supplies: Pretty much anything goes as far as materials for this art project. If you want a low-mess, quick project, stick with crayons and markers. But, this works equally well with paints, watercolors, oil pastels, or any combination of art materials. This would be fun to do with one of your little one’s finger paintings, too! Instructions: My girls used markers and crayons, filling their pages with doodles, shapes, and random patches of color....
This pasta salad is just perfect for parties, barbecues or quick mid week meals. It is so easy to make, appeals to children and adults alike, and can be the perfect solution for picnics, as it packs perfectly in containers. I love Italian flavors and knew everything will work perfectly in a pasta dish. Sooo good J The Italian dressing makes this salad even more irresistible! It is customizable depending on what veggies or pasta type you have on hand....
Easy Magnetic Clip Tutorial Supplies for Magnet Clips: Bulldog clips or hinge clips (mine are mini hinge clips by Tim Holtz) Fabric covered brads or buttons, or whatever you want to cover yours with (an earring, button, flair button, etc.) Thin magnets (if your clips don’t already have their own) E-6000 glue (or other strong adhesive that will hold metal) Instruction: Apply adhesive to one side of the clip on the flat, round area....
If your kids are writers, they can write sticker stories all on their own. For younger kids, you can write the words they dictate to you, as they add stickers and create their stories. I have some really sweet sticker stories my girls and I made together when they were three or four years old. Gather a variety of stickers for story inspiration. My girls love using animal, food, and holiday stickers especially....
