An "I'm Thankful for you because. . ." card
A sweet (and earth-friendly way) the kids can show love and gratitude to special people in their life. How to make a Heart Tree, “I’m Thankful for you because. . .” card: First, make a card from a...
View ArticleMore ideas for card-making with kids (using recyled and re-purposed materials)
During our two-day card making fest, we came up with a few ideas for recycling odds and ends to make pretty cards to share. Here are some of them to get you going. I’d love to hear what ideas you have...
View ArticleCrafts for Kids: Frilly & Frugal Flip Flops
Today I’m participating in the Ultimate Blog Swap. You’ll find me posting over at Hiccups In Time about using plants to clean the air in your home, and I’m excited to welcome Beth from In Good Cents to...
View ArticleMaking Books with Kids
My kids enjoy drawing and writing. I find that they learn very well while making books on different subjects or just free writing as they please. This is something we do a lot. Our house is over...
View ArticleFrugal Family Fun: Make Bookmarks from Old Jeans
This morning my kids and I enjoyed a simple craft: making bookmarks from old jeans. All that's required are some old jeans, pinking shears, felt, scissors, and craft/tacky glue. I'm sure this could be...
View Article12 Mod Podge Project Tutorials!
Mod Poge is a type of craft glue, sealer, and finish. It's easy to use, just paint on with a brush. I've enjoyed using Mod Podge to make decorative jars and labels for homemade gifts and a few...
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