CRAFTS

These DIY Monochrome Plant Pots are super simple and inexpensive. Using Plasti Dip Craft to paint cheap terracotta pots, you can jazz up your houseplants any way you like!

In the children’s book Guess How Much I Love You by Sam McBratney, children see the loving relationship between a father and son hare. This book resonates with children because it reinforces the message of endless love between parent and child, a message that brings comfort to them during all of those day to day …

In the book The Legend of Spookley the Square Pumpkin by Joe Troiano, we meet a small pumpkin who doesn’t look like the others in the field! While all of the other pumpkins grow round, Spookley grows square. This is an excellent book to enjoy with children to not only enjoy the fall season, but …

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Plasti Dip. All opinions are 100% mine. We are a total Do-It-Yourself kind of family, so when my son started Kindergarten this year, he asked if he could have a new bedroom to celebrate. Since our youngest baby is still sleeping in our room …

These adorable free printable lunch box notes are easy to print out and will definitely make your child smile!

It’s back to school time again, and if you’re looking for a great teacher gift idea, you can’t go wrong with this simple and effective craft. It’s perfect to let your kids make, and it’s a great take on that old cliche of bringing your new teacher an apple. Fun fact – when my oldest …

This super simple cardboard castle is so easy to make. It’s perfect for kids, and it makes a great indoor activity for all children!

Next time you order pizza, turn your empty box into the coolest science experiment your kids have ever seen!

This fun craft is the perfect way to teach kids about recycling, ecology and taking care of animals.

Turn your phone into an old fashioned TV that is perfect for the kids!

Whether your kids are math geniuses, struggle with math, or just enjoy doing math in their free time, have I got a fun resource for you! I’ve created these cute panda-themed printable math packets full of various math problems for your child to solve. There are three separate worksheets, which include addition, subtraction and multiplication. …

Whether you have kids who are starting preschool soon or they are in their early years of education, keeping their minds busy during the summer is imperative. Making sure they retain the information they learned during the year can be hard, and research has shown that kids will lose up to 30% of their knowledge …

Summer is in full swing, and we seem to have all sorts of ideas of fun things to do with the kids… that is until it actually comes time to DO it. Then we can’t seem to think of anything! But never fear! I have a two-fer for you! Two ideas in one. First up …

If you’ve been to your local Target or other big box store recently, you may have seen the huge selection of chalk “spray paint.” It’s super fun for kids, but it’s not that great, and it is gone in seconds. Similarly, you may have bought those awesome looking Bunch o Balloons, that you can hook …

Pokemon Go is back on everyone’s fun list this summer. After exploding on the scene two years ago, people are all over social media sharing their numbers so others can add them. But how important is your chosen team within the game? If you haven’t played it before, you may not know that there are …

If there’s one thing my boys are known for, it is their love of Minecraft. But they also have a love of crafting with mom. In fact, I spend most days having to juggle the baby while overseeing some new project or other for the kids! And while I love to bolster their creativity, I …

Planning for a first birthday can be crazy. Should you make a big deal out of it knowing they will never remember it? Or should you be a little more low-key? It’s a hard decision – especially nowadays where everyone expects photos and video on social media. With my fourth son having just turned six …

As each of my kids gets older, I learn more about what is expected of them at school. My oldest son goes into second grade this year, and he’s had some challenges over the last couple of years due to a lack of school prep in his younger years. My second son starts Kindergarten in …

When it comes to patriotic holidays, I try and keep it simple and elegant. And as my love of wreaths is well known, I had to share this adorable Dollar Store DIY Patriotic Cupcake Cup Wreath! You can find everything at your local Dollar store generally, but if they’re out of stock or far away, …

If you’ve got a child at home or in preschool who wants to practice his or her handwriting, this amazing free 30 page printable booklet is perfect. Simply download the free pdf, print and let your child go to town! This is great for moms, dads, teachers or caregivers. It’s even helpful for older adults …

Indoor play is really important at times, as often the weather, illness or other issues can keep kids from being able to go outside to play. With that in mind, I always try to think of great ways to keep the kids happy when playing inside. Store-bought playsets are amazing and fun, but when you …

I’m all about simple and elegant for home decor. And I love a good DIY wreath for hanging on our front door or even inside the house. This embroidery hoop rustic twine wreath is one of the simplest wreath crafts you can find. The flowers are easy enough to find at any good craft store, …

Buying manufactured playsets for your kids’ Hot Wheels or matchbox car collections can be a huge expense. And since kids rarely take care of their toys, it can be maddening to find missing pieces that make these expensive sets totally useless. It’s always so much easier, cheaper and more fun to make your own upcycled …

In our family, camping is HUGE. Since we have four little boys, being outdoors, communing with nature seems to be the most exciting thing they can think of. But camping isn’t always feasible for us. Whether it’s due to the weather or illness or just my own desire to sleep in a warm bed, I’ve …

Teacher Appreciation Day is upon us, and if you are looking for a last minute gift for your child to make for his or her teacher, check out this simple craft. You can use items you have around the house, but most of these can be found at your local dollar store! It’s so simple …

Memorial Day is coming up soon, and then it’ll be the Fourth of July! For Americans, summer months are filled with patriotic holidays and events. Why not liven up your front door with this seriously simple burlap and foam patriotic flag wreath? Everything you need can be found at the local dollar store (or you …

It’s nearly graduation time again, and I know there are parents from every walk of life planning and preparing graduation parties for their kids. Whether your child is graduating from Kindergarten, middle school, high school or even college, celebrating the occasion is a MUST. After all, graduation is a big achievement, and every graduate deserves …