This post contains affiliate links.While I've called this a Craft Stick Owl, you can also call it a love bird for Valentine's Day because of it's cute heart head. I LOVE craft stick crafts (obviously) so if you love them too don't miss my craft stick puzzle, spider, snowflake, octopus, flag and flag magnets.But now, to continue on with this darling owl. Here are the supplies and listed directions. It's quick, easy and cheap to make these darling birds.Supplies: White craft … [Read more...]
The Ultimate DIY Valentine Round Up
Valentine's Day is my jam. I LOVE creating new, homemade, printable cards for my kids to take to school for their parties. As a result, I have an awesomely huge selection for you to choose from if you are also interested in DIY Valentines. Check out all my candy and non-candy options below. I also have some awesome recipes, crafts and fun odds and ends. I will update this list as my new Valentines get published! Happy Valentine's Day! DIY Valentine Cards What is better than gummy bears and … [Read more...]
Emoji Felt Wall Hanging
Emoji's seem to be everywhere! On clothes, lunch boxes, toys, food, and even in the movie theater! So why not also have them hanging in your home? If your kids (or you, I'm not judging) love emoji's, this is a really fun, cheap, and simple craft to add some yellow emotions to your room with an Emoji Felt Wall Hanging. My preschooler is really obsessed with emoji's and has been loving all these emoji projects we have been doing. By the way, if you love emoji's, be sure to check out my Emoji … [Read more...]
Captain America Shield Wristband
Even though my boys are too young to see any of the Captain America movies they are still huge fans. They have the costume and we've made them our home DIY Captain America Shield. We decided to take the costume enhancements a little further with this fun Captain America Shield Wristband so they never have to put the shield down!This craft is really easy so it won't take long and your kids can do it along or easily assist you!Supplies needed:Bright red felt Royal blue felt White … [Read more...]
10 Alternative Uses for Jello
Do you love Jello? I love Jello too, but not just because it is fun to eat. Jello has many different uses that make it, even more, fun than you ever knew was possible. Here are 10 alternative uses for Jello! #1 Use it on a Slip N’ Slide Jello is wiggly and jiggly and super fun on a slip n’ slide. Make some fast setting Jello and pour it on your slip n’ slide for a day of slippery, jiggly fun! #2 Make it into a Sensory Station Jello has a wiggly texture like none other. Make a pack of quick … [Read more...]
Rainbow Paint Chip Craft
It's springtime and with that comes new flowers, trees blooming and rain showers leaving beautiful rainbows in their path. This easy rainbow paint chip craft is easy for the classroom to an at home activity. Whether you are looking for cheap and creative way to keep your kids busy on the weekend or during summer break, this is it! Plus, it's almost free since you can gather paint chips at all home improvement stores and even some big box stores for FREE!Let's get started. Rainbow … [Read more...]
8 Creative Ways to Use Food Coloring
You might have used food coloring to color your frosting and other desserts, but did you know it has so many other uses as well? Food coloring can be used in all sorts of creative ways, and we have included 8 creative was to use food coloring below! Whether you are an avid crafter or just want to add some color to your snacks, take a look below at 8 creative ways to use food coloring so you can start putting those bright little bottles to good use.1. Make your breakfast pop. Add a few drops … [Read more...]
Building Trusses with What’s Your STEM?
I received What's Your STEM? in exchange for this post; however, all opinions are 100% my own. If you want your kids to learn more about science, math and more, then you need to check out the book What's Your STEM? by Rihab Sawah and Anthony Clark. STEM stands for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, all of which are important topics your kids should learn about. If you and your kids are ready to get started on your journey of STEM discovery, I would recommend beginning by … [Read more...]
Easy Felt Apple Tree Craft
Back to school is upon us. At my house I have two children in school and one still at home. Though, he will be going to preschool twice a week, he still is home most of the time and looking to be entertained. This easy felt apple tree craft is a fun way to get him creating and keep him busy for a little bit. It's also a fun way to learn. Practice numbers and simple addition and subtraction problems with the apples. This could be a great homeschooling activity for early learners.Supplies … [Read more...]
Pig Paint Chip Craft
Time for another fun Paint Chip Craft. This time we're going back to the farm with a pig. It's really cheap and really easy. Don't miss the other paint chip crafts: fish, cow, monkey.Paint Chip Pig Materials - pink paint chips pink craft foam or construction paper glue stick large googly eyes large black Sharpie markerDirections - #1. Cut an oval shape out of the pink craft foam (or construction paper) using a pair of scissors. Attach to the pig, using the glue … [Read more...]
Perler Bead Pokemon Poke Ball
The Pokemon Go App has revived the interest in Pokemon x10, and it has already been going strong for 20 years. With that resurgence in popularity the kids are begging for all things Pokemon. Crafts are a fun and inexpensive way to get them what they want. Get your kids off the technology for a bit and into a creative activity like this Perler Bead Pokemon Poke Ball. Supplies Needed: Red, white, black Perler beads Circle or daisy Perler peg boards Tweezers-optional Ironing … [Read more...]
Paint Chip Cow Craft
It's time for another cheap and easy paint chip craft. This time we are visiting the farm and making a Paint Chip Cow Craft. If you are loving this adorable little paint chip animal don't miss the fish or monkey. You can gather all the colors of paint chips you need at the same time.Paint Chip Cow Materials - black paint chipswhite craft foam or construction paper black craft foam or construction paper glue sticklarge googly eyeslarge black Sharpie markerDirections … [Read more...]
Paint Chip Fish Craft
Seriously, fast, easy and cheap crafts are THE best. I'm always on the look out for an easy project my kids can do mostly independently. Plus, with all the attention turning to Finding Dory right now, I thought this Paint Chip Fish Craft would be incredibly relevant. It would be the perfect activity for your Finding Dory party! Fish Materials - blue paint chipsblue craft foamlarge black Sharpie markerscissorsglue stickgoogly eyesDirections - #1. Cut a large … [Read more...]
Paint Chip Monkey Craft
It's summer and we all need some independent activities for our children to participate in. Part of my children's summer rules are that they must create for at least 30 minutes a day. This can be anything from legos, circuits, coding, or crafts. I want them to keep their brain juices flowing. To help them complete this task I have purchased them some craft kits and items that will help them create. The awesome thing about paint chip crafts is that they are so cheap. Paint chips are free at most … [Read more...]
DIY Car Maintenance + Car Maintenance Log
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SummerCarCare #CollectiveBiasA month before we got married my husband's parents and my parents presented us with a very generous wedding present: a car! This car was purchased used and came with an awesome car maintenance log in a notebook from the previous owners. We have kept up our habit of tracking our car maintenance, repairs and purchases and wanted to share our method in case you … [Read more...]
