To celebrate Kite Flying day coming up, I thought I’d make a little kite craft. This kite is pretty lightweight, so you could try to fly it… but it is designed to be cute decor rather than a functioning kite to fly on a windy day. There are so many different adorable paper straws on […]
[Continue reading...]Valentine Owls
If you’re looking for a simple Valentine’s craft to make with your kids, this little Owl from East Coast Mama is perfect! You can whip one up with your kiddo, using a toilet roll tube as the base, she’ll show you how to make your own Valentine’s Owl Craft. Pin this to your Valentine’s board, […]
[Continue reading...]DIY Play Money
My boys love playing “store”, and it is more fun to play with play money. I whipped up these fun play money bills for them. They were able to play store, buying and selling toys off the shelves, and I got to watch them practice their math while playing! That is a mom win, all […]
[Continue reading...]Valentine’s Chocolate Bar
Sure, you could grab a chocolate bar from the store and give it to your sweetie, but what is more special that sweets that you made for your sweetie!? And these chocolate bars are crazy easy to make! This post is part of Craft Lightning week. All week long I’ve been sharing Valentine’s crafts that […]
[Continue reading...]Stampable Jewelry Box
I make a lot of Jewelry, because it is super fast to make, and also super easy! You can head to the jewelry section of your local craft store, and with a few supplies you can make professional looking jewelry in just a few minutes… but how do you gift your handmade creations? I’ve whipped […]
[Continue reading...]Stamp Valentines
I think what I like most about Valentine’s Day is the puns. And gifts. This stamp valentine is the perfect combination of a pun and a non-candy Valentine’s gift. I combined my love of puns with my son’s love of rubber stamp to make these valentines that he’ll bring to preschool this year – these […]
[Continue reading...]Crystal Heart
This Crystal Heart is a fun Valentine’s Activity to do with kids. My boys and I made Crystal Snowflakes as part of our Snow Party over break, and they loved them! These crystal hearts are made using Borax, which you can find at your grocery store, and basic craft supplies. You’ll want to pour the […]
[Continue reading...]DIY Valentine’s Doilies
When I think of Valentine’s Day, I think of pink, hearts, lace, and doilies. Lacey doilies are great for making crafts, lining plates, and decorating tables. I thought I’d combine pink and hearts with this Free Silhouette cut file for making doilies. This craft is part of Craft Lightning Valentine’s Week – all week long, […]
[Continue reading...]Tabasco Valentine
Whether your Valentine has a spicy personality, or likes it hot, this is the perfect way to let them know how you feel! I found these mini Tabasco bottles, knowing they were just the right size for a sizzling Valentine! Here is how to make your own Tabasco Valentine for the hot folks in your […]
[Continue reading...]Dinosaur Valentines
It can be hard to find valentines for little boys to pass out to their class. I remember having one brother who was very particular about the valentines he gave to other kids. And he didn’t want to pass on a romantic message to anyone. These dinosaur valentines are easy to give, and have a […]
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