Over the past 2 years we've been painting on seashells and making different designs for the holidays throughout the year. We like to display our painted seashells out on the front porch, the back deck, in our flower beds, lining the sidewalk and/or steps, etc. We coat all of our painted designs with … [Read more...] about Kid’s Crafts: Painted Seashells for Halloween
Crafts and Hobbies
Hand-Painted Jack Skellington Seashells for Halloween
For the past year we've shared over a dozen hand-painted seashells, clam shells and river rock projects with all of you. The majority of these projects can be made with older children and some "light" adult supervision. With Halloween just around the corner, we wanted to feature one more … [Read more...] about Hand-Painted Jack Skellington Seashells for Halloween
Nature Art Workshop Book – A Stunning Book of Nature-Inspired Art Projects
Many readers of The Classy Chics enjoy crafting and the creative process. Let me tell you about a new book that will inspire you to get busy! Nature Art Workshop: Tips, Techniques, and Step-by-Step Projects for Creating Nature-Inspired Art (Walter Foster, August 2018) is a beautiful book full of … [Read more...] about Nature Art Workshop Book – A Stunning Book of Nature-Inspired Art Projects
Halloween Craft Project – Painted Frankenstein Seashells
Last fall we kicked off an entire series of hand-painted seashells and clam shells here on the Two Classy Chics blog. Since that time we've shared with you Halloween, Christmas, Spring and Summer designs. You can find them in the CRAFTS section here on the blog or over on our boards on … [Read more...] about Halloween Craft Project – Painted Frankenstein Seashells
Fun Ways of Creating a Family Album
Everything has changed. Thanks to technological advancements, things have been changing mostly for the better especially when it comes to making memories with your loved ones and storing these mementos around the house. Gone are the days when you have to take your camera to a photography shop, … [Read more...] about Fun Ways of Creating a Family Album
Kid’s Birthday Party Construction Helmet Craft Activity
My son recently turned 3 years old and we hosted his birthday in our home and did all of the decorating ourselves. We enjoy hosting birthday parties for our children and this year we did a Construction Site theme for his party. My son is really into construction vehicles, diggers, dump trucks, bull … [Read more...] about Kid’s Birthday Party Construction Helmet Craft Activity
How to Display Your Seashells During the Autumn Season
Fall is finally here and I've been busy changing out my summer decorations over to my Autumn ones. As someone who decorates her home in a beach & coastal style, it can be difficult at times coming up with fall decorating ideas. Well, last week I solved some of those problems! I had collected … [Read more...] about How to Display Your Seashells During the Autumn Season
Sweet and Clever Designs in the New Craft Book, Crochet Animal Rugs
If you love to crochet and are looking to make some great projects for a youngster or a young-at-heart animal lover, you’ll want to check out Ira Rott’s new book, Crochet Animal Rugs: Over 20 Crochet Patterns for Fun Floor Mats and Matching Accessories. Honestly, who wouldn’t want to receive a … [Read more...] about Sweet and Clever Designs in the New Craft Book, Crochet Animal Rugs