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I’ve been thinking up some sewing projects for 6-9 year olds. I’m teaching my 7 year old to sew. Actually, she’s known the basics of sewing since she was in preschool but she expressed a new interest in actually sewing a project Christmastime. So we …
Lemon and Lavender Homemade Beeswax Candles Candle Making has been on my list of things to learn on my micro-homestead for awhile. When I got my supplies, I decided to make some lemon and lavender homemade beeswax candles. *The post contains affiliate links. I …
Cricut Christmas Project Ideas It’s been almost a year since I got my Cricut for Christmas. So I’m super excited to get started on some of these Cricut Christmas Project Ideas! *This post includes affiliate links. I will earn a small commission if you make …
DIY Wolf Costume for Girls My mom always made DIY Halloween costumes for us. Sometimes, I have to be honest, I hated it and wanted a plastic store bought costume like my friends. But most of the time I really loved it. Having a custom …
Whether it’s carving it for Halloween or painting the pumpkin in a unique way, my porch is always full of different eye-catching pumpkins.
Image via Pexels How to Keep Your Kids Growing and Learning at Home COVID-19 restrictions have eased, and many schools, parks, and activities all across the country are reopening. But if you’re still apprehensive about leaving home with your family, you may be …
Want a DIY Christmas Decor project that is so easy, a kid could do it? This DIY Christmas Pompom Garland actually WAS made by my kindergartner and she did an awesome job! Is it the exact color and size pattern I would have chosen? Nope. …
Are you setting up your arts and craft supplies for your kids for the first time? Planning to homeschool this year? Or maybe your just want to make sure you have everything you need when your kids decide to get creative. Having essential arts and …
This year Halloween activities might look at little different… 2020 has been the year of doing things differently and Halloween is no exception. Halloween is my favorite holiday. Hands down. No competition with Christmas. I love dressing up, carving pumpkins, and all the spooky decorations. …
Collaborative art projects are commonly used in schools and art programs to teach children how to work together. It lets them practice communication, patience, and empathy. But have you considered working on a collaborative art project as a family? As I write this, a pandemic …