Have you ever wanted a pet ghost?! This fun and unique Halloween decoration is the perfect mix of cute and spooky! So plan a fun crafter-noon and get ready to make your own ghost in the jar. 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 jar is needed to make a ghost in a jar?...
I’m not going to tell you I did it myself, because I really felt like I needed help with this project. And when I go to make the curtains for Leah’s room, I will definitely need help again. It’s just way too hard to lay everything out and measure it perfectly all by yourself, so I definitely recommend getting a helper if at all possible. How to make blackout curtains Being Mother’s Day, I had my own mother helping, my grandmother helping and my 3 year old “helping”....
Even though the holidays are over, we’re still in the middle of winter up here in Canada. Which is great, because snow themed crafts are so much fun! These beautiful, sparkly decorations can stay up for Christmas, right until the end of winter. They’re fairly easy and super fun to make! One of the best things about this craft is you can make your snowflakes as simple or as complicated as you choose....
He only remembers doing it once or twice though. Probably because playing with it in the sink is a terrible idea!? That would be so hard to clean up!? And you don’t want to be pouring sand down the drain. He remembers his mom ended up scooping it out of the sink and throwing it in the garbage. He was really mad about it, but I can’t blame my mother in law!...
Make Your Own Play Dough Recipe This recipe is based on the one at An Art Nest: 1 1/2 cups of flour 3/4 cups of salt 1 1/2 cups water 1 Tbsp vegetable oil 1/2 Tbsp cream of tarter liquid food colouring Combine all ingredients in a pot until they form a “batter”. Cook on the stove over medium to low heat until it all sticks together and forms a ball (about 6 to 8 minutes)....
These mandala coloring pages are so pretty! There are flower mandalas, animal mandalas, simple mandalas, and mandalas with a more intricate pattern. And they’re all free for you to download and print! Use our printable coloring pages for libraries, classrooms, birthday parties, or any time you want to color one of these complex patterns. These printables are for personal and school use only. Do not copy, republish, upload, or alter these files....
Use fun and creative colour combinations to make this ping pong ball light craft really shine. Whether you’re painting a recognizable Earth, Mars’ red surface, or inventing a brand new planet with rainbow craters, the possibilities for this craft are endless! Helpful Tips: What colours of paint are best for making ping pong ball planets? You can emulate the planets of our solar system, by using blue, green, and white to make Earth or red and orange to make Mars....
Select your favourite flowers and attach them to a flat stone, creating a simple paperweight or garden decoration. This flower rock art is a really fun way to bring a touch of nature into your home. So get ready to watch your creativity bloom! 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....
St. Patrick’s Day is one of my absolute favorite holidays…in my book, it ranks up there with Christmas. That might be due to the fact that I come from a very Irish family plus I grew up in the Chicago area – a city that takes St. Patrick’s Day quite seriously with parades, festivities, and dying the Chicago River green each year. Along with eating my favorite meal, corned beef and potatoes, I also deck myself out in green clothes....
These DIY ornaments are perfect for a kid-friendly Christmas craft or a fun throwback project if you loved Shrinky Dinks growing up! Hang these festive shrink plastic ornaments on your tree, tie them onto gifts, or string a few together to make a cute holiday garland! 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....
Made with natural wax, your favourite fragrances, and a few creative embellishments, these scented wax tablets are perfect for hanging in closets, drawers, or even your car. They’re simple to make, budget-friendly, and they make lovely handmade gifts for friends and family! 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 scents and add-ins can I use to make a wax sachet?...
Only you know your baby’s temperament and what he or she will get into. Leah was a very cautious baby and rarely got into trouble, but I remember one day in particular, when she was about 15 months old, I turned around and she was actually LICKING the electrical outlet (baby proofed luckily). LOL! 10 Often Missed Baby Proofing Tips 1. Door stops You know the little metal spring like things that keep the door from banging into the wall?...
With cupcakes, people are destined to admire them. People are going to look at them. They’re going pick them up. And as long as you didn’t completely mess them up, someone is going to comment on how cute they look before they get eaten! And who doesn’t like a good pat on the back now and then!? (Don’t we all like the idea of bringing the most popular treats to the Christmas party?...
Glue beads into a wooden frame to make this bead art for Memorial Day or Independence Day. This 4th of July craft is so easy to make, and it looks so cute on display, you’ll want to keep it out all year-round! 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 type of beads are best for making this American flag bead art?...
Pipe cleaners are turning into one of my favourite craft supplies. I have to laugh when I go back and read my post on how to make pipe cleaner tulips and daffodils, because at that point, I had a ridiculous supply of pipe cleaners and no idea what to do with them. Fast forward a few years (and a craft book) later and we’ve made so many fun things! These beaded pipe cleaner flowers are our latest adventure into making totally awesome things using nothing but beads and pipe cleaners....
These printable bear coloring sheets are perfect for kids of all ages — whether you’re planning a bear-themed lesson, a cozy indoor activity, or just want something cute to color. So grab your crayons, markers, or colored pencils and bring these charming bears to life! RELATED: Bear Outline Instructions how to use these bear coloring sheets: Free Bear Coloring Pages There are 15 different bear coloring pages to choose from, featuring all kinds of cute and creative bear designs!...
Is it just me, or does it seem like spring is birthday season? I know people have birthdays all through the year, but during the spring and early summer, it seems like my kids are invited to a birthday party nearly every weekend. I’m usually pretty good at maintaining a stash of fun birthday gifts that are age appropriate and easy to grab when we’re heading out the door to a party....
And the crazy part is that all my friends had homemade costumes too. I remember one year, my mom actually let me cut holes in a white bedsheet to be a ghost, and I was soooooooo excited! I had been asking her for years to be a ghost and she always said no, so I was pretty pumped when she finally agreed. Which was great, because on that particular Halloween, it was cold and snowy, so I could wear my snow suit underneath the sheet, and no one knew....
Cut a small hole in the corner of a zip lock bag. Poke a small icing tip through the hole (I used Wilton Round Tip #230) to make yourself an icing bag. This is not only cheaper than buying icing bags, but with the zip lock bag, you can zip it closed and the chocolate won’t leak all over your hands while you are making these. cough Not that that ever would have happened to me…...
Wax melts are really easy to make, and you can create such cute holiday shapes using silicone molds. Add a cozy winter vibe to your home with these Christmas scented wax melts, or give them as a homemade gift! 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 colour can you add into these Christmas wax melts?...
