Happy Presidents’ Day, everyone! With many school-aged kids enjoying a day off, I thought today would be the perfect opportunity to share a project that enables children to use their creativity to benefit others! Books are the most crucial part of any child’s educational foundation. Sadly, there are all too many kids who lack a…
Kids' Crafts
Magnetic Fishing Game Craft
As a mom of four little ones, I truly appreciate a good craft project. Any parent knows, however, that there is a conundrum that arises as the result of such artistic creations: just what exactly to do with them once they are complete? My Pottery Barn knock-off cable art display is a perfect way…
Edible Bingo Game {Free Printables}
The idea I’m sharing today is one that will turn snack time into something special: Edible Bingo! As the mother of four small children, I am always on the lookout for fun diversions that also have educational value. With this simple game, children feed their brains as well as their tummies!To play a game of Tasty…
Handprint and Footprint Reindeer Craft
Nothing is quite as sweet as an art project made by little hands, and I have a soft spot for any craft that includes hand- and footprints. I can envision myself many years down the road stumbling upon these creations and treasuring the fact that items such as these forever connect me to these four…
Necktie Key Ring Tutorial
Looking for something unique for your little ones to make for Fathers’ Day, and wanting it to be something that can also be put to good use? These Necktie Key Rings will be the perfect way for Dad to carry around a little piece of artwork made by little hands with him everywhere he goes! …
Fathers’ Day Photo Collage + Free Printables
**Updated 6/7/12: Because of the outpouring of comments I’ve received requesting some different variations of the printables for this project, I have created sets with a number of additional names, as well as printables that say “I love you because” instead of “we love you because” for families with just one child. To peruse…
Homemade Bubbles and Bubble Wands
This was an idea I recently shared on the Creativity for Kids Blog. I encourage you to stop in over there for an abundance of inspiration from some terrific bloggers! My kiddos all love to blow bubbles, and it is a go-to activity for those afternoons when they are clamoring for something fun to do. Did…
Sponge Water Bombs
I had the pleasure of meeting Allison from House of Hepworths at Blissdom in January, and I am delighted she’s joining in the Summer Survival Guide fun to share this easy tutorial for creating Sponge Water Bombs! Wouldn’t these be perfect for an outdoor party or a day at the pool? ***Hey Positively Splendid Fans! I’m…
Sidewalk Chalk Paint
Among the ranks of the women I am honored to call my blogging buddies, Kelli from Random Thoughts of a SUPERMOM! is always the girl who comes through with seriously stellar ideas to keep kids entertained! She never ceases to impress! She is here today sharing an ingenious idea for making your very own sidewalk…
Dress-Up Wall Canvas Tutorial
In case you missed them last month over at U Create, I thought I’d share my Dress-Up Wall Canvases here today. Enjoy! Today I’m going to share a tutorial for a set of darling mix-and-match dress-up canvas wall hangings I recently made for my daughter’s room. If you ever loved playing with paper dolls when…