I tried to make an easy looking Halloween treat, but I struggled with it every step of the way. This project was out to get me. Does anyone else get irritated when things don’t work out? I was getting so mad as I made this! Maybe I should have given up, but like a train wreck, I just couldn’t stop! And in the end, I came up with something new – chocolate covered banana ghosts – and they are, well… I’m not sure what they are?...
Chocolate Covered Strawberry Hearts All you need are strawberries and some kind of chocolate that you can melt, such as chocolate chips. I also spread some Nutella on the bottom of the strawberries, but it was pretty subtle, so that part is completely optional. Wash your strawberries and cut off the stem: Slice the strawberry in half: If you plan on filling the strawberry with Nutella, or some other yummy filling, slice out a small triangle of the strawberry insides:...
Use our free, printable crochet witch hat pattern or follow our step-by-step video tutorial to make this adorable little hat. It works up quickly, and it’s easy enough for beginners to tackle, using simple stitches. So grab your favourite yarn and get ready to make this spellbinding Halloween crochet project! This post contains affiliate links. If you use these links to buy something we may earn a small commission which helps us run this website....
Add a bit of rustic farmhouse style to your holiday decor with these DIY pumpkin wood slices. They’re super easy to make, using only a few simple supplies, and they look great on the mantle or side table! This post contains affiliate links. If you use these links to buy something we may earn a small commission which helps us run this website. Helpful Tips: Paint both sides of the wood slice to make a fun and festive centerpiece....
Yarn art is the perfect art project for groups at summer camp or sleepovers. You can make a picture of a landscape, like we did, or create a simpler, abstract design. Either way, it’s so much fun to make this unique fiber art! This post contains affiliate links. If you use these links to buy something we may earn a small commission which helps us run this website. Helpful Tips: Is this craft messy?...
You’ll need butter, sugar and pecans (the full recipe is at the bottom of this post). I like to keep a big Costco bag of pecans in the freezer. They stay fresh for months! My absolute favourite thing about this recipe is that you can make the candied pecans in a frying pan. No mixing bowls necessary! Why didn’t I think of doing this sooner!? Make sure it’s a non-stick frying pan though....
This awesome snowflake can be made from only TWO pipe cleaners. How simple is that!? You can use sparkly pipe cleaners like I did here, or you can use regular fuzzy pipe cleaners. They both end up looking really pretty! These ornaments look beautiful on the Christmas tree, but they also make a great present topper. Attach them to your presents along with a gift tag and bow as a fun and thoughtful decoration on your Christmas gifts....
My kids seem to dislike anything that has… well… flavour. Yes. That about sums it up. I’m waiting for them to grow out of this picky eating stage. Me? I love quesadillas. Refried beans? Chicken? Green onions? Guacamole? Yum! Load them up! But if I put a delicious, loaded up quesadilla in front of my kids, my middle daughter will take one look at it and say, “I don’t like that!...
It turns out the real trick is using highlighter ink and a UV light. Mixed with bubble solution, it creates bubbles that glow under black light — perfect for summer parties and a bit of backyard magic. And here’s the bonus: if you wear a soft glove, your glowing bubbles will become bouncing bubbles! Keep reading and we’ll show you what worked, what didn’t, and exactly how to make your own glowing bubble mix at home....
This vibrant green slime is made with clear glue, so it has a fun translucent look to it. It’s perfect for Halloween, St. Patrick’s Day, or anytime your kids want to engage in sensory play. Whether you’re planning a slime-themed birthday party or are looking for a fun indoor activity, this recipe is sure to be a good time! Helpful Tips: What kind of contact solution works best for making green slimes?...
Despicable Me 3 Special Edition is now available on Blu-ray and DVD! All 5 of us watched it together the other night and it was such a fun family movie! My 3 year old little guy burst out laughing every time the Minions came on the screen. So funny! We love the Despicable Me movies so we made some Holiday Minion window clings inspired by the latest release. Window clings are seriously one of my ALL TIME favourite crafts....
Now I am all about the chocolate treats, but it really wasn’t until I was well into my adult years that I gave Cadbury Creme Eggs a try. And to be honest, I’ve only had maybe two or three. So my husband was the expert taste-tester for this recipe and according to him, it comes pretty close to the real thing as far as creamy deliciousness! If there’s one thing I learned while making these cream eggs, it’s that I will never work in a chocolate shop making candy because I am the messiest baker when it comes to chocolate covered anything....
You only need a few simple supplies for this easy STEM activity, and it’s a great way to observe action and reaction. This hands-on activity is a lot of fun, so grab a friend and get ready for take off! This post contains affiliate links. If you use these links to buy something we may earn a small commission which helps us run this website. Helpful Tips: How do balloon rockets work?...
These “shuriken” (more on that below!) are so cool looking! Kids and adults will have tons of fun making this simple paper craft. We had a blast folding these colourful throwing stars and watching them fly through the air! This post contains affiliate links. If you use these links to buy something we may earn a small commission which helps us run this website. Helpful Tips: What is a ninja star?...
Easter is early this year, so we’re already planning our annual Easter egg hunt. Do your kids love Easter egg hunts as much as mine do? Every year we have a big Easter egg hunt at my parents’ house with almost two hundred of those dollar store plastic eggs. We were visiting my parents this past weekend and my dad was complaining that he was spotting plastic eggs all through the summer while he was mowing the lawn last year....
I discovered pom pom making this year when I was in the process of wrapping Christmas gifts. I was addicted to making them in all sizes and colors of yarn to top my gifts. When I saw these pom pom bunnies on Pinterest, I was ecstatic to realize that my pom pom making did not have to stop with the holidays! For some reason, animal crafts always inspire me for spring....
Make this classic origami flower in red, yellow, pink, or another favourite colour. It’s so cool to watch 2 simple pieces of paper transform into a beautiful flower that won’t wilt or fade! This post contains affiliate links. If you use these links to buy something we may earn a small commission which helps us run this website. Helpful Tips: What is the best way to shape the origami tulip?...
Summer is my absolute most favorite time of year. Our days are so full with swimming lessons, trips to the park, VBS, birthday parties and lots of other fun activities. However, it does not leave much time for crafting. I seem to have lots of craft and DIY inspiration in the fall, but summer is a different story! These pool noodle candles are the perfect summer craft because they take just a few minutes to make....
These shamrock pretzels come together so quickly, and are easy enough for kids to make. Best of all, they have a delicious salty sweet taste and are super fun to eat! Share them at school or at a party, or wrap them in a cellophane bag to gift them to friends. This post contains affiliate links. If you use these links to buy something we may earn a small commission which helps us run this website....
I know this is the time of year when we should be turning our thoughts to all things pumpkin and apple, but the area where I live has been hit with a giant heat wave this week, and so it’s still way too hot for fall comfort food. We’re supposed to have several days this week with temperatures around 100 degrees, so I am breaking out the popsicles, smoothies, and milkshakes!...
