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I have to say, this time of year is always a little challenging for me. It just seems like winter drags on and on forever, and there’s no end in sight. The days are still so short, it’s too cold to play outside with the kids, and we all seem to fall into a grumpy little slump. Since baking is my solution to pretty much any problem that I face, I decided that the best way to break through our winter blues was with some fresh muffins!...

Hang your wood slice snowman ornament on the Christmas tree, or leave off the twine and use it as a mantle decoration. These snowmen also make really fun homemade gifts! 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. Where can I get wood slices? If you know someone handy with a saw you can cut your own wood slices from large branches from the yard....

These little guys are really easy to make, and best of all, they’re low mess! And you know how much I love low mess crafts! Each firefly takes less than 15 minutes to make using really simple craft supplies. And when you’re done, you can add a tea light, turn out the lights, and watch your firefly glow! My 7 year old was having trouble sleeping the other night and she came downstairs to visit my husband and I while we were watching TV....

Enjoy our Santa coloring sheets, filled with reindeer, presents, Christmas decorations, and more designs that capture the magic of the season. Plus they’re all free for you to download and print! Use our printable coloring pages for libraries, classrooms, birthday parties, Christmas parties, or any time you want to color this fun collection of Santa pictures. RELATED: Gingerbread Man Template These printables are for personal and school use only. Do not copy, republish, upload, or alter these files....

If I’m going to make something for dessert, it usually ends up being something fun that you’ve never seen before (or at least something I’ve never seen before). So when I saw this idea for Sky Jello on Pinterest I wanted to try it! I love that it’s the easiest recipe ever and you can make it with zero baking. And zero baking means there’s much less of a chance to mess it up!...

3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies This recipe is so incredibly simple, you only need one egg, sugar and of course, peanut butter! I’ve always liked this recipe exactly as written, but you can easily change things up if you want! Use chunky peanut butter instead of smooth, or add a handful of chocolate or peanut butter chips for a little burst of flavour. You could even add some vanilla extract to enhance the flavour, or oatmeal for a slightly healthier version....

Did you know that you can make an adorable wreath using an embroidery hoop and clothespins?! This red, white, and blue American flag wreath is so simple to make, and you only need a few inexpensive craft supplies from the dollar store! 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 size 4th of July clothespin wreath does this make?...

American Flag 4th of July Cupcakes Oh say can you see how CUTE these 4th of July flag cupcakes are?! I absolutely love how they turned out. Best of all, they’re really simple to decorate! Below you’ll find a step by step tutorial for how to decorate these American flag cupcakes. We used a vanilla cake mix and tubs of frosting from the store, but you can feel free to use your favorite cupcake recipe....

It’s never easy to admit that summer is over, but these adorable back to school Perler bead designs will help kick off the school year! We have 10 patterns for you to choose from. Or you can have fun creating your own pixel art using our helpful tips and tricks. 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....

Choose from ready-to-wear masks or blank templates kids can color and design themselves. With a variety of styles to select from, these printables are perfect for story time, school projects, or creative play at home. It’s a fun and flexible activity that’s sure to inspire imagination! RELATED: Cat Outline How to use these cat masks: Helpful Tips: Cat Mask #1 This printable grey cat mask features a sweet and simple design with soft looking fur, light pink ears, and a white muzzle....

This beginner-friendly polymer clay craft is simple to make, with just a few materials needed. Follow our step-by-step instructions or customize them to make the cactus style of your choice. With cute details and a tiny clay pot, these mini cacti and succulents are as charming as the real thing—without the prickly spines! Helpful Tips: Can I use air dry clay instead of polymer clay for this cute clay cactus?...

Hold your keys or a pocket knife with this DIY lanyard that’s both stylish and functional. This paracord craft is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, and it’s also a fun craft for summer camp or Scouts! 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 many feet of paracord do I need for a lanyard?...

It’s easy to get carried away decorating with gold, silver and glitter, so I thought it would be a nice change to make something with a little bit of rustic charm. The twine looks so good against the green of the tree and looks GREAT next to pine cones or other wooden ornaments. Have you ever seen something in a store and thought, “I could make that?!” I kept seeing similar ornaments in the Christmas aisle and was inspired to DIY some myself....

To get myself warmed up, I started with these tootsie pop butterflies. I did not come up with these, but they are so adorable I had to print out the template and make them for myself! You can download the template from Skip to my Lou. For the Valentine’s Day candy corn I just wrapped a few in cellophane and tied them with a pink pipe cleaner, which I then shaped into two hearts:...

Have you ever given Mom a bouquet of flowers that she can eat?! This adorable snack comes together really easily, and it’s simple enough for kids to make! Make this sweet and salty treat for home, a school event, or a snack table at a party. Check out our Flower Pretzels video tutorial: Looking for more fun treat recipes? Here’s a few of our favourites: Pretzel Shamrocks No-Bake Monster Cookie Energy Bites How to Make Gummy Bears...

Display these charming creations on your desk, gift them to grandparents as a smile-worthy card, or use them as adorable classroom decor. However you choose to show them off, this kid-friendly craft is sure to bring plenty of laughter and creativity to your Groundhog Day! 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....

Looking for a fun and easy Easter craft? These paper cup bunnies are not only cute — they actually hop and jump! With just a few simple supplies like paper cups, rubber bands, and our free printable bunny ear template, you can create a playful bunny that moves in two different ways. The hopping bunny scoots forward with a wind-up motion, while the jumping bunny launches into the air when pressed down....

The BEST Homemade Glue Why pay $5 for a bottle of craft glue when you can make it yourself in 5 minutes using simple ingredients? We wanted to find the BEST homemade glue recipe, and I believe we have. We tried out 4 different recipes, with different ingredients and quantities to figure out how to make glue with the best texture and performance. Then we tested the glues on different craft materials like paper, popsicle sticks, googly eyes, and buttons to see how they performed....

There’s just something about this slime that’s completely irresistible — it’s the kind of recipe you’ll find yourself making again and again. Whether you’re mixing it up for a slime party, a rainy day activity, or just because it looks awesome, jelly cube slime is the kind of DIY fun that never gets old! Helpful Tips: What type of sponge do I need to make jelly cubes for slime? We recommend using melamine sponges (like Magic Erasers) because they have a smooth, satisfying texture and soak up slime really well....