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Kids Saturday: This One’s for the Girls

FaveCrafts Blog | December 12th 2009 by Caley Walsh

There are so many cute girly toys and decorations out there, but of course they can be costly. I think we should all take a step back and see what we can really do about this. Craft? Try to get creative, get messy with glues and glitters and craft so read more

FaveCrafts

Teachers Looking for Great Resources

FaveCrafts Blog | December 11th 2009 by Caley Walsh

Going to school isn’t always a fun thing when you’re a student. They wake up tired, they have to listen to teachers and they have homework to deal with. With that said, it’s not always easy being a teacher waking up having to stand read more

pinokocamino

Little Kid Christmas Crafts

Shop till you drop! | December 11th 2009 by Pinoko

Imagine that the child is attentive and enthusiastic about the project, they understand what they're trying to make, and you both share fun and giggles over the craft. Imagine that they had such a great time with you that they beg to do more Christma read more

mumsgather

Teaching kids to draw with step by step instructions

Parenting Times | December 10th 2009 by Mumsgather

My kids love to draw and color. Usually I just let them draw whatever they like using their imagination instead of trying to influence them with set ideas or instructions.However, I was delighted to find this: Learn to Draw and Color with Uncle Fred. read more

Ittybits

Craft Caravan

Ittybits | December 9th 2009 by Kristen

Love doing crafts with your kids but often find yourself coming up dry when it comes to ideas? We sure know read more

CREATIVELYGREEN

Eco Friendly Holiday Countdown #19: Presents on the Wall?

CREATIVELY GREEN | December 8th 2009 by NICOLE T GAILLIOT

Have you ever been stumped with what to actually use as holiday decorating, well here's a super easy alternative for adding a little holiday cheer to your walls this season, and probably wont cost you anything other than utilizing what Im sure we al read more

mumsgather

Christmas Craft for kids - Santa's Reindeer Art

Parenting Times | December 6th 2009 by Mumsgather

Here's another very easy Christmas Craft for young kids. I got the instructions for doing this Santa's Reindeer Handprint Art from AllFreeCrafts.com.I love this one because it is a good one for keepsakes since it uses the children's handprints and fo read more

CREATIVELYGREEN

#21 Eco Friendly Holiday Countdown: Decorations for Your Kitchen:…

CREATIVELY GREEN | December 5th 2009 by NICOLE T GAILLIOT

I dont know about anyone else, but when it comes to holidays, I love them all! I also just LOVE to cook and bake, and I love to decorate my kitchen with just a little something to brighten up the holidays. This is one of my personal favorite things read more

FaveCrafts

Kids Saturday: Ornaments Kids Can Make

FaveCrafts Blog | December 5th 2009 by Caley Walsh

Hurray it’s almost Christmas day….well, in 20 days, but close enough. The kids are getting excited they just can’t wait. Try to keep them occupied with some fun activities like ornament making. There are all kinds of ornaments that read more

mumsgather

How to make a 3-D Christmas Tree for kids

Parenting Times | December 4th 2009 by Mumsgather

The girl has been asking for a small Christmas tree to put on her table. Just as I have been asking the man for a big Christmas tree to put in the house. However, this year we have to put off the Christmas tree yet again due to other expenses.So, we read more

feducation

Holiday Craft Links

Parenting Blogs, Advice for Moms & Dads - FamilyEducation bl… | December 4th 2009 by feducation

Check out some of the fun and fab crafts I have found around the crafty blogosphere this week! read more read more

CREATIVELYGREEN

Eco Friendly Countdown #22: Altered Cigarette Treat Boxes

CREATIVELY GREEN | December 3rd 2009 by NICOLE T GAILLIOT

Get your candy on in these quick and easy altered cigarette treat boxes! A fun and easy way to add a little something sweet to the stocking. These are so EASY to make, yet simply adorable. We combined some of our hottest selling Clay Artz embellish read more

thesurvivalmom

The 12 Days of Christmas: Day 1, A New Craft for Your Kids

The Survival Mom | December 3rd 2009

The Paranoid Dad and I have been brainstorming ideas for having a richer holiday experience with the kids without a huge emphasis on gifts and getting.  My son, in particular, needs to learn more about the joy of giving and the joy of this beautiful read more

thesurvivalmom

The 12 Days of Christmas: Day 1, A New Craft for Your Kids

The Survival Mom | December 3rd 2009

The Paranoid Dad and I have been brainstorming ideas for having a richer holiday experience with the kids without a huge emphasis on gifts and getting.  My son, in particular, needs to learn more about the joy of giving and the joy of this beautiful read more

CREATIVELYGREEN

Eco Friendly Countdown #23: 3D Snow Buddies Holiday Tags

CREATIVELY GREEN | December 2nd 2009 by NICOLE T GAILLIOT

I wish for snow days! But I live in Colorado, and it snows all the time here- I miss snow I can play in, the air here is so dry that its so difficult to even build a snowman, and it usually melts away the next day! But I love snowman! So heres a supe read more

mommyto2

Busy Hands are Peaceful Hands

More Fun Than Allowed...with Kids | December 2nd 2009 by Shelly

So much to say and so little time. So little time because last week Puddin Pop was playing on my laptop and accidentally dropped it. It fell right on the backside where the power cord attaches. The cord held on for a couple days and then snapped off read more

CREATIVELYGREEN

Eco Friendly Countdown #24: Holiday Trivets

CREATIVELY GREEN | December 1st 2009 by NICOLE T GAILLIOT

A tisket , a tasket, how about a holiday trivet? One of my all time favorite projects to do around the holidays, simple, quick, and relatively inexpensive, a great gift for anyone you love. You can pick up blank ceramic tiles at Home Depot for less read more

happydays525

Handmade Crayon Rolls w/Tutorial

Live.Life.Create.Art | December 1st 2009 by Jen Davis

I have been wanting to make one of these forever it seems and just either never made the time for it, wasn't confident enough in my sewing machine skills or didn't think I'd have the patience to get it right. Last night was apparently the night that read more

tigerandlily

How To Make/Design A Wooden Jewelry Box

Tiger and Lily Boutique | November 30th 2009 by Tiger and Lily Boutique

by Lara Smith To start, help your child or significant other pick an undecorated jewelry box. The most common type of jewelry box is one with a wooden flip top lid. With time there have been several changes introduced in the designs and styles of the read more

FaveCrafts

Kids Saturday: Christmas Crafts

FaveCrafts Blog | November 28th 2009 by Caley Walsh

Thanksgiving is over and boy was it amazing. Great turkey and great fun with family and friends. Now it’s finally time to put up the Christmas decor. I’ve been waiting so long for this. I can’t wait to see if our tree is even going read more

thecraftaholic

Day 82: Animal Hair Clippies

Confessions of a Craftaholic | November 27th 2009 by Diana

Quote:" The mind can and must transform itself. We all start off with the same capacities, but some people develop them while others don't. Look at one person who annoys you, and use the opportunity to counter your own anger and cultivate compassion. read more

Mysticall

Pine Cone Bird Feeder for the Squirrels

Figments | November 27th 2009 by Stephanie

When we were in the Berkshires, I made a point to collect as many pine cones as I could get my hands on. I came home with a bagful and the intention to make a pine cone wreath. But first, the girls and I decided to make some bird feeders.From Figment read more

ChicEvents

Chic How-To: Thanksgiving Table Decor

My Chic Life | November 24th 2009

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feducation

Clothes Pin Turkey

Parenting Blogs, Advice for Moms & Dads - FamilyEducation bl… | November 23rd 2009 by feducation

You are probably already finished your Thanksgiving grocery shopping so now it's time to get down and make something fun with your kiddos. This is an easy craft that incorporates patterning, fine motor and counting skills. 1. Gather your materials. read more

BrotherBill

Holiday Crafts for Kids: Five Easy Ideas

Everyday Christianity | November 23rd 2009 by Bill Walker

Kids love to help us parents get ready for the holidays. Here are five easy craft projects to help your home look more festive than ever. Some of these craft projects are best enjoyed together. Others will keep your kids happy and occupied as you do read more

FaveCrafts

Kids Saturday: Finger Friends

FaveCrafts Blog | November 21st 2009 by Caley Walsh

Weekends are time for relaxation, time away from work and fun with your kids. Crafting is the perfect thing to do on a Saturday morning. It’s not loud and it give you time to wake up. Of course spending time with the kids is the most important, read more

fundedjohn

Easy Kids Crafts – 4 Tips For Hours of Fun!

The Crafty Recycler | November 20th 2009 by John

With so many electronic games on the market, it’s easy to forget that kids love to have fun creating with little more than their hands, some junk and their very active imaginations. I bet you can remember making a ‘car’ out of a car read more

theirlittleworld

The Apple of your Eye

Their Little World | November 19th 2009

  This fun craft is a great gift for teachers and can also be made into a pin!   What You Will Need     Red Pom-pom     Pony Bead     Craft Foam, Felt or Construction Paper     Ribbon or Yarn     Craft Glue     Scissors   What t read more

GoNaturalBaby

Fun Thanksgiving Crafts for Kids

Go Natural Baby | November 18th 2009 by Go Natural Baby

With Thanksgiving around the corner, you’ll have your hands full with guests and preparations.  The last thing you need are little ones running around under your feet. Get your self prepped, your home trimmed, and the table set with grace b read more

la* T * da

Today's Creative Blog | November 18th 2009

Girls, girls, girls……..It’s going to be a quick one today.  The Thanksgiving Cram is hitting the Today’s Creative Blog household.  Why do holiday’s get so crazy busy?  la * T * da is a new blog…..but boy howdy…..she has read more