Last weekend I sat down and painted these clam shells using a combination of metallic acrylic craft paint and paint pens. I did them in this particular color scheme as I'm using them as part of my Thanksgiving and Autumn tablescape. You can make a dozen of them in just one weekend and you don't need … [Read more...]
The Mindfulness Doodles Coloring Book
A few years ago I got into doodling and adult coloring as a way to relieve stress and to cut down on boredom. Not only is it a great stress buster...it's a great way to explore your own creativity. Anyone can doodle and color from young children through senior-aged adults. * 2023 Holiday Gift … [Read more...]
Halloween Jack ‘o Lantern Tide Laundry Pods Container
Halloween is a few days away and you can whip up several of these Jack O' Lantern decorative containers by recycling empty Tide laundry pods plastic containers. I had several empty ones that I was going to use for organizing some things down in our basement. Instead, the kids had fun decorating for … [Read more...]
Kid’s Crafts – Painted Minions Clam Shell Seashells
Kids love the Minions and today's kid's craft project is one that is suited for children ages 5 years and up (with adult supervision). The design was painted onto 2" and 3 1/2" wide clam shells but you could certainly do the same design on smooth river rocks. You only need a few supplies to make … [Read more...]
Quick and Easy Halloween Mason Jar Beverage Glasses
Hosting a Halloween party this year? Just looking for a quick and easy project to do with the kids? If so, it doesn't get any easier than this!!! All you need for this project are 2 items: glass mason jars and Sharpie Markers plus your beverages of choice. Of course...if you select colorful … [Read more...]
Dollar Tree Stacked Foam Pumpkins Craft Project
Looking for an easy and affordable craft project for the Autumn and/or Halloween season? If so, head on over to your local Dollar Tree to pick up the supplies to make this adorable Stacked Foam Pumpkins fall decoration. Complete how-to's on how to make it are below. I made it in one afternoon and it … [Read more...]
Halloween Frankenstein Porch Leaner Made from Upcycled Pallet Wood
Pallet Wood is cheap wood that you can upcycle into new projects to use in and outside of your home. We like to tear apart the pallets and use them in craft projects like the one that I’m featuring today on the blog. This Frankenstein Porch Leaner is made just like the two Halloween Porch Leaners … [Read more...]
Autumn Maple Leaf Decoupage Scallop Seashells
Autumn is here and I'm excited to work on some new fall themed craft projects. I'm hosting a little get together next weekend and made these adorable decoupage scallop seashells with maple leafs on them. They were super easy-to-make and I made a dozen of them in one afternoon. You can purchase … [Read more...]