Autumn has officially arrived! It’s the season of pumpkin spice, cozy sweaters and the start of chillier weather (or at least at some point it will be… even here in Canada it’s still really warm out!). I love fall! It’s just so beautiful with the leaves crunching below your feet and all the pretty colours. These beaded pipe cleaner Indian corns are the perfect way to celebrate the new season!...
My kids are finally out of school this week, and I have to confess that I’ve been a little nervous about it. Usually I have time to plan ahead and figure out some fun activities for them, to keep them occupied and maintain all of our sanity. This year, though, we are in the process of purchasing a home. It’s pretty much all I can do to keep them fed and clothed at the moment....
Growing up, my mom always made these delicious magic cookie bars during the holidays. Just by looking at them, I thought a lot of work went into making them. When I was old enough to start helping, I was pleasantly surprised by just how easy they really are to make. I have so many great memories of sitting at the kitchen island while my mom baked all different types of cookies and bars for Christmas....
Whether you’re making it as a stress-relief aid, a sensory toy for kids, or a thoughtful handmade gift, this crochet marble fidget toy is a clever way to combine creativity with purpose. Plus, it’s a great stash-buster and is beginner-friendly too! So grab your yarn and let’s make a DIY fidget toy that’s as fun to play with as it is to crochet. Helpful Tips: Get our free crochet fidget toy pattern: Use the link or photo below to download our free, printable crochet fidget pattern!...
I know I know I know. Some of you are saying it’s still too early for Halloween. But I just don’t think it is! It’s definitely too early for Christmas though, if that makes you feel any better? (I mean come on Costco, what’s with all the Christmas tree displays?! Although, I’ll be honest, I had to hold myself back from buying a big old roll of Christmas wrapping paper when I was at Costco last week… I can’t help myself!...
Honeycomb ornaments are the perfect way to add texture and handmade flair to your Christmas decorations. And with our free printable templates, making these paper Christmas ornaments is simple and fun — no special skills required. So gather your paper and scissors, and let’s bring some holiday magic to life! 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....
These little glass gem ladybugs may be simple to create, but the end result is full of charm. Whether you use them as gifts, party favours, or just keep a few to decorate your own space, they’re sure to bring a smile. It’s a lighthearted, satisfying craft that’s fun for all ages! Helpful Tips: What kind of paint works best on glass ladybug magnets? For painting these magnetic ladybirds, your best bet is multi-surface or enamel acrylic paint....
Fall Leaf Bowl This bowl made out of fabric leaves just screams fall! It’s such a simple, pretty, and creative DIY project for autumn, Halloween, and Thanksgiving. We made these fall leaf bowls by pressing artificial leaves onto a balloon with fabric stiffening glue. These are lightweight bowls that are good for smaller decorations, like chunky yarn pumpkins, and they also make great candy bowls! This is such a great craft that can be made with leaves from the dollar store....
Remember when you were a kid, and teddy bears were pretty much the best thing ever? They didn’t have any of the crazy stuffed animals they have now. My one daughter sleeps with a stuffed llama and the other one sleeps with a stuffed flamingo (a flamingo!?). This is the part where I tell you just how cool I am. When I was in high school, I didn’t go out partying....
A few years ago, I decided to plant a vegetable garden. I had never grown a veggie in my life, but I figured it couldn’t be that difficult! I did my best at tilling up a random patch of soil in the back yard and bought a bunch of seeds. After doing some quick Google searches on how to plant various vegetables, I got to work at planting all of my seeds....
Make your own non-toxic, washable chalk paint to keep the kids entertained outside all afternoon. This fun and creative outdoor art activity is the perfect craft for summer! 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: Does sidewalk chalk paint wash off? Yes, the sidewalk chalk paint should easily wash off both sidewalks and hands....
All you need to make these cute little pipe cleaner angel ornaments is 2 pipe cleaners! That’s right, only 2 pipe cleaners! I’m actually pretty amazed that you can make such a pretty little angel with just a few bends and twists. You don’t even need to cut the pipe cleaners! Every year around this time the dollar store stocks sparkly pipe cleaners in all different colours. And in case you’re wondering, the dollar store also has awesome string choices for hanging your ornaments on the Christmas tree....
We loved making our pom pom hedgehogs last year, and we wanted to make a similar craft for spring! These bunnies are really simple to make, and there’s no special tools needed to make the pom pom. Plus you can use our free, printable template for the bunny’s body! 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....
All you need to do is download one of our free templates, print it out, and let the fun begin. Whether you’re crafting with your little ones or planning an activity for a group at school or the library, these masks are sure to bring smiles and spark imagination. Let’s dive in and create some foxy fun! RELATED: Fox Coloring Pages These printables are for personal and school use only....
This human sized gnome hat is perfect for wearing as part of a Halloween costume, for dress up play, or for a costume party. Follow our simple step by step tutorial and you’ll be wearing your hat in “gnome” time at all! 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: Download a free gnome hat pattern: Click on the link below to download our free, printable gnome hat template!...
And did I mention that they are crazy easy to make!? With a simple tube of Pillsbury pizza crust you can make your own freshly baked, homemade breadsticks – with the smell of freshly baked bread AND garlic filling your home. Garlic and butter make me swoon every time. These smell sooooo good! These cheesy garlic breadsticks are awesome alongside your favourite bowl of soup. Or maybe with salad? You could even serve them on their own with a small bowl of marinara sauce for dipping....
Any time I had eaten them in the past I was picking the seeds out one by one and pulling the skins off as I went. It took so long and was so messy that it completely turned me off of eating them. I had heard something about cutting them under water but I had no idea what that meant. But it’s actually pretty simple and it prevented all that instantly staining juice from spraying everywhere....
Firework Cupcakes Looking for the perfect dessert to bring to your 4th of July get together? These red, white and blue firework cupcakes are perfect! They’re fun, easy and they look really impressive! We’re going to show you exactly how to decorate these 4th of July cupcakes. But you won’t find a cupcake recipe here. You can use your favorite cupcake recipe or use boxed cake mix like we did....
This is such a fun and creative craft for kids and adults alike. It’s the perfect project for spring and summer, birthday parties, or even just a rainy afternoon indoors. So grab your scissors and glue gun and we’ll show you exactly how to make your own enchanting butterfly lantern! Helpful Tips: What type of lights work best inside this butterfly lantern craft? For this paper lantern craft, battery-operated fairy lights or LED tea lights work wonderfully....
These sewn coasters are perfect for protecting your surfaces from drink spills, while adding a personalized touch to your space. With endless fabric combinations, you can tailor this project to match any home decor style, holiday, or season. Plus, they make fantastic handmade gifts for housewarmings, birthdays, or Christmas! Helpful Tips: What if I don’t have fusible interfacing for my fabric coasters? If you don’t have interfacing you can substitute it with cotton batting or felt....
