A big thanks to Teach My for joining this season's Holiday Gift Guide and sponsoring this discussion.I have been blessed to have my children spread out enough in age that I have had one on one time with each of them. Now is the season that my youngest gets his one on one time and we love it! He is such a smarty pants that I have to keep coming up with new ideas to teach him and enforce the things he already knows.Today I want share some of the simple preschool learning activities that I … [Read more...]
DIY No Sew Felt Christmas Tree Garland
This post contains Amazon affiliate links. I will receive a small portion of the sale if you purchase.Christmas is right around the corner and there are so many fun and creative projects you can do with the kids to decorate your home.I saw this DIY Eucalyptus Garland - Awesome Greenery project which made me want to make something for our mantle, but since I did not have any eucalyptus, I decided to make some adorable Felt Christmas Trees to make a garland out of to hang from our … [Read more...]
Penguin Paper Plate Craft
Having a toddler at home while her older siblings head off to school everyday means I am the preferred form of entertainment for him. She likes to follow me around throughout the day and tell me about everything. I love this time with her and want to help her develop her fine motor skills and creativity. I'm always on the look out for easy crafts made from items I already have at home. That's where this darling Paper Plate Penguin Craft comes into play. I love that it's easy and inexpensive to … [Read more...]
Valentine’s Day Treat Jar
With Valentine’s Day quickly approaching, it is time to start getting crafty! Take a peek below at how to make your own Valentine’s Day treat jar, perfect for holding Valentine’s Day candy, snacks, straws, flowers, and more. The options are endless. Give the easy to follow instructions below a try and see how easy it can be to craft this Valentine’s Day season!Supplies needed: Large canning jar Two patterns of Valentine’s Day themed craft paper (hearts, polka dots, etc.) Foam crafting … [Read more...]
Craft Stick Owl
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...]
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...]
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...]
Easy Wooden SNOW Craft
Nothing beats cheap, handmade, simple yet classy holiday décor. I love adding new pieces to my collection and the inspiration for this piece was “lots and lots of silver.” So get your craft on and grab these simple supplies and create your own “snow” flake lettering art.Materials:Wooden Letters – choose the style you like S, N and W. Metal snowflake- find this at the craft store as well (a white or colored one would be fun too- or gold- YES!) 3-4 nails (if you decide to use … [Read more...]
DIY Pom Pom Garland
Time for another fun DIY project! Easy home decor is my favorite kind of craft. The thing I LOVE about this DIY Pom Pom Garland is that it works for every holiday. Switch up your colors depending on your theme and it works. It's such a happy, festive shape that I love! This is also a pretty quick craft and definitely easy enough for older kids! Supplies:Skein of yarn Scissors Needle (I used a doll needle since the opening to thread is large)Directions:1. Find the … [Read more...]
Ghost Craft Stick Puzzle
My kids love it when I have easy crafts that they can make for upcoming holidays. This Ghost Craft Stick Puzzle is so easy and fun, even my toddler can do it! The fun of creating it continues since the craft is really a puzzle. Halloween craft and game in one!Materials- large craft sticks Any white craft paint Any black craft paint Paint brushes Duct tapeDirections- 1. Tape the back of seven craft sticks together, with one piece of tape2. Then paint all of your craft sticks … [Read more...]
DIY Roadway
I received a product for review purposes. All opinions are my own.My kids love tracks. Whether it's a train table, a carpet car track, a plastic race track or a homemade roadway, my kids love it! When they came home from school and I told them our activity was going to be making a homemade DIY roadway they got very excited!First, gather the supplies you need. We used a cardboard sheet, construction paper, Classic road series tape from Inroad Toys, and little town accessories like … [Read more...]
Want to Be Like ‘Cap’ – Captain America Costumes
Disclosure: I received a free product sample for review purposes. All experiences and opinions are my own. Yours may differ.My son is too little to watch Captain America: The First Avenger and Captain America: The Winter Soldier, but he isn't too little to love Mavel's American Superhero. He has definitely caught Captain America fever and was so excited to receive this costume. Your little soldier will feel like the buffest, toughest superhero in this Captain America Avengers Classic Muscle … [Read more...]
Silhouette’s Year End Holiday SALE
Hello Holiday Shoppers! If you got a new Silhouette CAMEO or PORTRAIT for Christmas then you definitely need some Vinyl and Transfer paper to go with it! If you didn't get the CAMEO or PORTRAIT but wanted it, there is one more chance to get a great deal on it! Once again use code MAKING for discounts to apply.From December 26 through January 2 Silhouette America is having a great sale:1 Silhouette CAMEO® and 1 vinyl starter kit for $269.99 1 Silhouette Portrait™ … [Read more...]
