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The Ultimate List of Paper Plate Valentine Crafts for Kids

January 16, 2017 by Katie Smith Leave a Comment

Looking for Valentine projects to do with your kids? Look no further! Stef from Non Toy Gifts rounded up a list of 45 paper plate Valentine crafts for kids. There are so many to choose from!

See them all here: … Read More ...

3 DIY Halloween Treats Bags to Make

October 1, 2016 by Katie Smith Leave a Comment

It is October 1st, and here in the USA that means that Halloween is only a few weeks away!

I think these Halloween treat bags, made by Claire at Pillar Box Blue, are super cute! Claire shares 3 different free … Read More ...

16 FUN Things to Make with Balloons

July 20, 2016 by Katie Smith Leave a Comment

Do you have any leftover balloons laying about? You’ll love these colorful crafts! Menucha at Moms and Crafters rounded up these 16 balloon crafts which are festive and fun, and perfect for both kids and teens. If you don’t already … Read More ...

Celebrate the Olympics with your Kids! Paint Flag Rocks!

July 15, 2016 by Katie Smith Leave a Comment

The 2016 Olympic Games start August 5th, and I am pretty excited! Have you thought about doing any Olympic themed crafts? Well, here is a GREAT one you can do with the kids!- Painted flag rocks – a creative and … Read More ...

25 Groovy Tie Dye Crafts for the Summer

June 18, 2016 by Katie Smith Leave a Comment

Summer and Tie-Dye just go so well together! Like summer and swimming, or summer and watermelons! I just love tie dye crafts. Here is a fabulous round up of 25 tie dye crafts by the folks over at Play Ideas.… Read More ...

Dad Rocks! Father’s Day Gift + Free Printable

June 7, 2016 by Katie Smith Leave a Comment

Make a DAD ROCKS card with kids using rounded stones. Father’s day is coming up fast (June 19th!) so if you haven’t already decided on a project to do with your kids, Dad would love this personalized card!

Stef from … Read More ...

32 More Pool Noodle Activities, Hacks and Crafts

May 15, 2016 by Katie Smith Leave a Comment

Got pool noodles? Check out this totally awesome list of pool noodle activities, hacks and crafts from the most creative bloggers around!

Last week I shared a list of pool noodle crafts by Menucha at Moms and Crafters and it … Read More ...

Pool Noodle Crafts and Activities

May 11, 2016 by Katie Smith Leave a Comment

Here is a roundup of “a zillion” things to do with pool noodles by Menucha at Moms and Crafters. This time of year, pool noodles have started showing up everywhere, so why not use them in craft projects?! These crafts … Read More ...

DIY Glowing Fairy Bottle

May 9, 2016 by Katie Smith Leave a Comment

Learn how to make a glowing fairy bottle, from guest blogger Sara of Bitz & Giggles on The Playtime Press blog. Doesn’t that sound magical?

She uses a submersible LED light to make it glow, but even without that, … Read More ...

DIY Fairy In A Jar (with a free printable fairy!)

May 7, 2016 by Katie Smith Leave a Comment

Make your own version of this adorable Fairy In A Jar using this fun tutorial and free printable by Rachel at Adventures in Making.

Rachel says: I have been fascinated by the whimsical mystery of the fairy folk since I

… Read More ...

45 Paper Plate Crafts to Make for Valentines!

January 28, 2016 by Katie Smith Leave a Comment

This is the ultimate list of 45 Valentine crafts for kids made out of paper plates. Cheap, cute AND easy, what more could you want? Stef from Non Toy Gifts put together this round up, which includes simple crafts for … Read More ...

No Sew Fairy Tutorial

December 23, 2015 by Katie Smith Leave a Comment

Learn how to make these cute no sew fairies- perfect as a decoration for a Christmas tree or in a fairy village Scene. Tina O Rourke posted the tutorial for these little beauties on her blog, Miss Daisy Patterns, and … Read More ...

DIY Mini Elf Mason Jar

December 14, 2015 by Katie Smith Leave a Comment

I think this Elf Mason Jar is such a cute take on the mason jar trend that has been going on for a while. It is very different than most of the normal mason jar tutorials I’ve seen! You can … Read More ...

DIY Paper Clay – You Won’t Believe What It’s Made From!

December 1, 2015 by Katie Smith 1 Comment

Looking for a fun project to get into? Look no further than making your own paper clay! Not only is it a great material to work with for Christmas crafts, but you won’t believe what this clay is made from… … Read More ...

24 DIY Gifts for Toddlers

November 29, 2015 by Katie Smith Leave a Comment

Are you wondering what you are going to give your favorite toddler for Christmas (or birthday, etc) ?? Well, Why buy when you can DIY? Menucha from Moms and Crafters rounded up these 24 DIY gifts for toddlers that will … Read More ...

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