10 Hands On Crafts for Kids

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Sometimes kids just wanna make a mess. Who am I kidding, they always want to make a mess. Here’s 10 super fun mess making homemade activities to satisfy the mess maker in all of us.   With the hot weather just around the corner or right on your doorstep water play is a great way [...]

Homemade Play Dough: A Rainbow Of Fun

Is there anything better than friends who love homemade as much as you?     Homemade Play Dough Recipe Type: Play Dough Author: Kristin   For playing, not eating. Ingredients 2 cups of flour 2 cups of water 1 cup of salt (plain table salt is best) 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil 1 tablespoon of cream of [...]

10 Tips for Crafting with Kids

I know messes. Very well. I also know crafty kids. I’ve learned a few things along the way. If it’s not washable don’t use it. Keep food and crafts at separate tables. Let the kids choose some of the crafts. At the very least let them think they chose a craft. Always have a contingency plan in [...]

Make Rock Magnets

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Post by Pam Weppler. Turn a regular afternoon into a fun-filled exploration to find the perfect rocks and make some rock magnets with your kids.  These unique magnets are useful and add some simple, natural style to your fridge or around the office! Things You Will Need: Rocks with one  flat edge Round Magnets (I [...]

10 Homemade Easter Ideas for Kids of All Ages

Let’s start decorating for the Easter Bunny! He (Or she, is there an official ruling on the sex of the Easter Bunny?) is nearly ready to hippity hoppity down that bunny trail and eggs must be dyed and baskets decorated. We’ve gathered the best Easter crafts and snacks we could find to share with you. Ready, [...]

Homemade Caramel Apples.

A mess was made, it was enjoyed by all. Click homemade caramel apples for the recipe. Remember not to taste the caramel until it has cooled. Do as I say people not as I do, I have the burned finger to back me up.