How many of you were once a Girl Scout (or Boy Scout)? I loved those days, especially the summer camp outs. Earning badges in fire making and etiquette, tying knots and survival skills…oh, the joys of childhood! And this craft comes directly from my memories of scouting, and nights spent around the campfire. One year…
It is truly my belief that the best crafts are the most basic. And what is more basic than a triangle? Starting with this basic shape, you can find a million ways to create something unique and fun. And today, we are going to make DIY space crafts that are “out of this world”! Seriously,…
This easy sheep craft for kids is both simple and fun to make and great for working on so many developmental hand skills. Wrapping the body of the sheep is great for developing bilateral coordination (coordinating the hands together) and then for promoting hand strength when pinching the clothespins. These hand skills are essential for…
Sometimes a craft comes to me in my dreams, and I just have to make it. This paper chandelier craft is one of those projects. And, I have to say, the reality came out darn close to the one that I dreamed up. It is rather simple to make and will pretty up any room….
This acrobat circus craft is the perfect way to finish our Circus Craft collection. Let your child design a unique costume for their trapeze artist as they imagine them flying through the air like a real circus performer. Make several acrobats and pretend they are performing tricks together in an exciting circus show. I absolutely…
In my crafting life, I get to spend time with so many amazing creative kids. How lucky am I? Last week I was taking pictures with some of my favorite kiddos, and we made a play date to craft together. And then I got a call that there would be even more friends there…yah! When…