Crafts and DIY

I am not what you would call a gardener. I’ve never grown much of anything, except for babies, but that track record is about to change, starting with this tomato planter. We happen to be living in a rental house with enough yard to grow somethings. We’ve started a few seedlings, and we’re beginning to …

I can barely believe it, but my baby boy is turning 4 next week! He is growing so fast, I don’t know what to do with myself. I’ve been meaning to get a growth chart for a while now, but all the ones I really like are way out of my budget. Nothing sparks a …

I can’t adequately explain to you the disaster that is my car. Well, maybe I don’t have to. I mean, after all, you’re a mom. You get it. Food wrappers, toys, shoes, crumbs, craft projects, hair bands, and everything in between. With three little ones riding in back, I just end up with so much …

So I’m not the craftiest tool in the shed. And I really don’t have much time to spare (I mean, who does?). I keep seeing these cute DIY Silhouette Wall Art ideas, and I just can’t help myself. My kids are at a super adorable stage right now, and their little profiles must be preserved. …

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Sure, you can buy a gift for the dad (s) in your life – but why buy when you can DIY Father’s Day Gifts? Just to disclose where I’m coming from – I love to DIY but I’m not all that handy, so I’m on the ‘beginner’ side when it comes to this. I tried …

I have a very lonely empty hallway in my house that is just longing for some wall art. I have a few family photos I want to put up and some interesting pieces I’ve collected from here and there, but it needs something else. A little pizzazz. But I sincerely do not have the time …

Today I’ve rounded up 8 adorable Father’s Day crafts that your kids will love to make and dads will love to receive! The best part is not that they are cheap, easy and clever, but that they all double as gifts. Take a look, pick your favorite and get to crafting! Trophies From Elementary Art …

This easy DIY puzzle makes a great craft time activity for your child. If you have a preschooler in your midst there is no doubt in my mind that your home is overflowing with art projects. Ours is! Probably 10+ new things a week! We display many of my daughter’s treasures, but at some point, …

Did you know it’s National Teacher Appreciation week? There’s still time to whip up a quick gift to show your favourite teachers how much you adore them! Here are 10 homemade ideas for you and your children to give their favorite teachers! Bundt Cakes From Eighteen 25. If you’re a baker, whip up these bundt cakes …

My son absolutely loves cutting and pasting and painting. We could do toddler crafts all day and night, and he would still ask for more. Me? I run out of ideas pretty quick. Never fear! Baby Gizmo to the rescue! Check out this fabulous list of never fail toddler crafts. Celery Paint Stamping  Wooly Lamb …

In many cultures, May Day is celebrated with parties and food to welcome the beginning of Spring. It’s not a huge holiday here in the US, but May 1st does allow for a few fun traditions. One of which I’m excited to introduce you to today! It all started years ago with my grandma. Due …