Mother’s Day is a special day for many people. It’s a day where everyone is giving extra special recognition to the woman who has cared for them since they entered the world. Young children are eager to show their love and appreciation to their mothers; however, shopping for Mom can be difficult for them when they lack the ability to purchase a nice gift. Never fret though, as the best gifts are usually ones made with love and effort! Here are four thoughtful gifts that are perfect for little … [Read more...]
Cupcake Creations Review
How clever is it to have a craft kit full of everyday household items? Artzooka! kits from Wooky Entertainment have done just that! This cupcake creation kit is just one of their many craft kits that use common items in your house. This kit, of course, comes with everything you need, but my point is, when this kit is over and done, I can still make more cupcake animals with my own cupcake papers now that I have learned the folds! Fun! My daughter had a really good time making this darling … [Read more...]
Ravensburger Family Games and Arts & Crafts Kits
Highlights of Ravensburger’s 2013 games include:Make ‘n’ Break Party – The whole family will have a blast with the newest version of Ravensburger’s best-selling, award-winning Make ‘n’ Break series! Without seeing the chosen card, a player must assemble the structure in one of four game variations – building according to team members’ descriptions, building with taboo words, building blind and creating objects. With multiple ways to play and endless combinations, there’s never a “break” … [Read more...]
Artzooka! Craft Kits from Wooky Entertainment
Key to the Artzooka! line are traditional arts & crafts play patterns — “finding the artist within” and “not keeping it within the frame” — for children 5 and up. Each kit includes a “craft challenge” for kids to complete with materials commonly found at home along with step-by-step directions written in clear, age-appropriate language with corresponding images to ensure project success. Some of the kits also are accompanied by instructional DVDs with easy-to-follow demonstrations, video … [Read more...]
Silhouette Turtorial: Hello Kitty Valentine Card
The Back Story Every year for Valentines Day my dad would make each of my brothers and sisters a homemade valentine. These homemade valentines were not a piece of paper folded in half with some sentimental saying inside. He would personalize each one with a drawing of something we were interested in, whether it was super heroes for me and my brothers or my little ponies for my sisters. My Dad has started give his special valentines to my kids each year. Since I am a child of the computer age … [Read more...]
Shrinky Dinks I Heart You Cards Review and Giveaway
By now you can tell my kids love to do crafts! The I Heart You cards with Shrinky Dinks from Creativity for Kids was no exception! My husband was super excited for the kids to use the Shrinky Dinks. He insists that as a child of the 80's I should know all about them. Apparently they were huge then and he used them as a kid. I had no idea what he was talking about so the kids and I learned about them together.Shrinky Dinks are a special vellum paper that when heated up shrinks to make hard … [Read more...]
Quick Christmas Crafts
This week we all were sick so we had a couple sick days and a we had a snow day. Needless to say I had some time to kill with the kids! Luckily I also have some random crafty things hanging around the house so we were able to come up with a couple fun activities.First we made Santa hats. This is super easy, all you need is red construction paper,cotton balls and glue. Since our refrigerator isn't magnetic we decided to hang … [Read more...]
Christmas Crafts in Santa’s Home Workshop
It is that time of year again. The children are getting restless with excitement and you probably have a long list of names to find presents for still. Where to begin? You have to think of things to send to distant relatives, that is, relatives who are both distant in relation and live far away. Finding the perfect gift for them is tricky not only because shipping can be so expensive. Small handmade ornaments offer the best solution. They can be small, light-weight and non-breakable, … [Read more...]
The Happy Trunk Giveaway
Welcome to The Happy Trunk Giveaway! I have teamed up with some great blogs to bring you the chance to win a special holiday prize: The Happy Trunk3 Month Subscription($58.95 value) The Happy Trunk is a mom-owned, monthly kids subscription service, founded to combat those 'I’m bored’ moments that every parent gets! Every month your child will receive a carefully curated box filled with art, craft and science activities for hands-on … [Read more...]
Icky Sticky! Fun craft things you can do with your kids for those cold winter days when they are stuck indoors
Winter can be a difficult time for a parent as children spend last time playing in the garden and more time indoors stuck for things to do. Instead of popping on their favourite DVD or computer game why not get creative with some fun arts and crafts? Not only will it keep them entertained for hours but it will also improve their learning skills and give them something to be proud of! Christmas Crafts Christmas is on the way and what better way to celebrate than by making your own … [Read more...]
Autumn Letters Tutorial
Autumn makes me feel crafty! I think because the weather is cooler I feel more inclined to do things rather than just sit in front of the air conditioner! I was searching on pinterest for some easy fall decor crafts and found a couple things. Here is the easy tutorial for my first autumn craft!I searched several craft stores for some wood letters in a font that I liked. Finally I came to Michael's and liked this font the best. I also settled for the paper that was on sale. I didn't get … [Read more...]
Pick Your Plum Box Giveaway
Johanna and I often "shout from the rooftops" how much we LOVE Pick Your Plum! Pick Your Plum is a website that offers a daily deal on a variety of items. Things they have sold in the past include vinyl, wood crafts, little boy ties, straws, party decor and supplies and SO MUCH MORE! They have a limited quantity of each item everyday so you have to hurry to "get it before your neighbor does." There are so many great deals on Pick Your Plum it is VITAL to check their website everyday to make … [Read more...]
Balloon Wreath
Today I'm bringing you a tutorial on how to make a Balloon Wreath! These are so great for birthdays or any kind of celebration you have!This is a great craft because it has a short supply list. Here is what you need:1 Straw wreath ( I used an 18 inch wreath, but have advice about the size later on. amazon.com has an AMAZING price on the wreaths, way better than any craft store I found) Multiple colored balloons ( I used about 450) U shaped pins This is such an … [Read more...]
Cricut Fun!
Okay Cricut users!! Time for you to chime in! I just got a Cricut and I’ve only just begun exploring the wondrous world of Cricut! So far, it has been super fun! I only have 2 cartridges, so I am limited, but here are my little projects thus far… First, I made this cute paper doll. Since I have the Classic Font cartridge and the Playtime cartridge, I just used the same craft paper I used for my origami post. This cute little doll is made from 4 layers and my girls love … [Read more...]
Tips in Making Beaded Jewelry as Mother’s Day Gifts
There are many kinds of Mothers Day gifts that you can find in the market. If you look for a gift for your mom for Mother's Day, then just a stroll in few stores will give you an idea what to give to your mother. However, the gifts that are readily available in the market may not be unique or personal for your mom. This may be perceived as lack of planning or being thoughtless on your part. Thus, you have to make sure that your gift is something you plan, exert an effort and … [Read more...]
