Homemade gifts from kids are great any time of year, but especially on Mother’s Day! I know I cherish all of the crafts and gifts my kids have made for me over the years. This sweet framed hand print collage makes a perfect kid made gift and a lovely keepsake. Handprint Collage Supplies […]
DIY Felt Easter Basket…
April 7, 2014 by
It’s nearly time for Peter Cottontail to come hopping down the bunny trail and begin delivering those Easter eggs! ‘Tis also the season for Egg hunts and egg dying and Easter goodies! Of course with all of those goodies you must have an Easter basket too! Typically, I’m pretty traditional when it comes to Easter […]
Favorite Handpainted Gift Idea
March 26, 2014 by
This handpainted gift idea is sure to delight any lucky recipient! This picture lift-the-flap book is fun and simple to make. Below you will find step by step instructions for making an art lift-the-flap book of your own! It’s turning into my favorite season. A season of coming awake, becoming alive again, and renewal of […]
5 Creative Ways to Display Your Child’s Artwork…
March 17, 2014 by
Did you know that March is National Youth Art Month? The goal of Youth Art Month is to “emphasize the value of participating in art for all children.” One of the easiest ways to participate in your own home this month and to support your children and their art work is to display their art work […]
Homemade Gift: Rainbow Window Clings
March 10, 2014 by
Spring means rainbows–bright and cheery rainbows! We thought that homemade rainbow window clings would be the perfect gift to make someone smile this spring. Homemade Rainbow Window Clings: puffy fabric paint in rainbow colors tin foil a window that needs some fun! Window clings are easy to make! All you need to do is draw […]
Celebrate National Craft Month with Kiwi Crate
March 4, 2014 by
March is National Craft Month and to get YOU inspired, Kiwi Crate is teaming up with Highlights Magazine and YoYo.com to offer your kid(s) a dream craft room! Celebrate with us and Kiwi Crate this month and enter your family into a giveaway of a lifetime! How to Enter: Contest goes from now till Monday March […]
Heart Attack Act of Kindness Activity!
February 11, 2014 by
One of our favorite acts of kindness to do is to heart attack someone! It’s such a fun and easy way to make someone’s day and is perfect for Valentine’s Day! Heart Attack Kindness Activity: paper heart shapes markers, crayons, etc someone to make smile! Don’t worry this kind of heart attack brings smiles instead […]
Valentine’s Day Montessori Trays
February 10, 2014 by
Valentine’s day is a time of giving and a time of love. Getting our kids into the spirit of the holiday is often hard without a moose-sized dose of sugar. But we can easily turn the things they normally do into special holiday crafts that create adorable keepsakes (and even better memories) with a […]
At Home Date Night Ideas for Parents
February 3, 2014 by
Let’s face it, we all need a night out every once in a while. Date nights help us, as parents, recharge and reconnect with each other. But, then again, date nights out “on the town” can be expensive between the cost of the babysitter, and dinner, or movies, or whatever else your plans are…it racks […]
Stamped Polymer Clay Hearts
January 27, 2014 by
Christmas is behind us and February is quickly approaching, which, of course, means the next holiday… Valentine’s Day! Valentine’s Day happens to fall directly between my birthday and my daughter’s birthday. Needless to say, February is a busy month for us (don’t forget Groundhog’s Day)! But, despite the busyness we always enjoy making a little something […]
5 Ways to Give with No Additional Cost!
January 20, 2014 by
Our family is participating in the 100 Acts of Kindness Project and we are so excited about spreading kindness over the next 4 weeks. My kids are huge on kindness and always want to give, but sometimes we have to explain that doing certain kindness acts are just out of our budget. While I too […]
10 Simple (Low Cost) Ways to Pamper Yourself
January 17, 2014 by
Making time for yourself doesn’t have to take hours, and it doesn’t have to cost a lot of money either. Here are 10 Simple (Low Cost) Ways to Pamper Yourself: 1. Go out for ice cream. 2. Take a bubble bath. 3. Get lost in a good book. 4. Borrow a movie from the library. […]
Holiday Gift Kids Can Make — Holiday Lights Card (and a Giveaway)
December 10, 2013 by
Looking for some unique and inexpensive handmade gift ideas? Did you know that the Dollar Tree Value Seekers Club is full of crafts, recipes, décor, tips, contests, insider information, frugal fun ideas, and more? It’s free to join, and you’re sure to find plenty of handmade gift ideas for everyone on your holiday list! The […]
Holiday Gift Kids Can Make — Frosty Flowers
December 2, 2013 by
For a simple holiday gift kids can make, you may want to invite them to try crafting up some frosty flowers! These can be made into beautiful sparkling bouquets, given individually, or used as decorations for gift wrap. I love that something so simple inspire plenty of creative crafting fun! To make your own frosty […]
Simple Ways to Slow Down and Enjoy the Holidays
November 25, 2013 by
The holidays can be overwhelming for all of us, children and adults alike. We often find ourselves rushing around from one holiday event to the next. And it’s easy to become exhausted from flitting from one store to the next shopping for gifts. It’s so important to remember to take time to simply slow…down…! The […]
Thank You Note Template for Kids (Free)
November 20, 2013 by
This time of year is perfect for teaching kids about gratitude, and recognizing all of the things for which they can be grateful. To help get you started, here’s a free thank you note template that you can download, print out, and have the kids fill in the rest! It’s a quick and easy way […]
Handmade Necklace Gift Kids Can Make
November 18, 2013 by
We love taking the time to make homemade gifts for the special people in our lives. My kids especially enjoy crafting presents for their teachers and grandparents which is why they had so much fun making these DIY shrink film necklaces! Shrinky Dink Necklace Supplies: white shrink film paper permanent markers ribbon We used the Graphix […]
Homemade Coaster Gift for a Coffee Lover
October 28, 2013 by
Handmade gifts are so special to both give and receive. We got crafty and made an upcycled coaster that would be perfect to give to any coffee lover in your life! Coffee Coaster Supplies: 3 pages from a magazine or catalog scissors coffee mug Step 1: Cut each catalog or magazine page into 3 […]
