We enjoy collecting seashells and using them in various arts and craft projects around our home. When it comes to collecting seashells, you only want to collect unoccupied shells or shells from deceased animals. It is important that you immediately clean them up with fresh running tap water, air dry … [Read more...] about Snowman and Penguin Mussel Shell Christmas Tree Ornaments
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Star Wars Origami Book with 60 Pages of Origami Paper
My husband is a huge Star Wars fan. He's been collecting Star Wars books, games, puzzles, action figures, home decor and collectibles since the mid-to-late 1980's and has over 500+ items in his collection. Every time a new movie is released he sees it on opening night and then a hundred times … [Read more...] about Star Wars Origami Book with 60 Pages of Origami Paper
Kid’s Crafts: Penguin Craft Stick Christmas Ornaments
Two weeks ago I had my grandchildren, god son and 2 nieces over to our home for a holiday crafting party. The kids are ages 3 years to 9 years of age. One of the projects that we made were these adorable Penguin Craft Stick Christmas Tree Ornaments. * This post contains affiliate links. Painting … [Read more...] about Kid’s Crafts: Penguin Craft Stick Christmas Ornaments
DIY Craft Project – Coastal Design Beaded Christmas Tree Garland
If you've been following this blog for the past 10 years you'll already know that I love anything and everything that has to do with the beach! Matter of fact, I decorate the inside and outside of my home in a beach and coastal theme, including my Christmas tree! Back in October 2017 I spotted a … [Read more...] about DIY Craft Project – Coastal Design Beaded Christmas Tree Garland
Princess Party: A Scratch & Sketch Adventure Book
Every year I purchase several books and arts & craft kits to give to my grandchildren during the holiday season. Everyone focuses on giving kids toys, but I feel it's equally important to give them books & craft kits too! These type's of items encourage creative play, while being educational … [Read more...] about Princess Party: A Scratch & Sketch Adventure Book
Learn the Basics of Painting with the New Book, Modern Acrylic
The Holiday Gift Guide here at The Classy Chics is in full swing, and today I have a great craft book for you to consider for the artist on your gift list, or perhaps for yourself. Allow me to introduce Modern Acrylic: A Contemporary Exploration of Acrylic Painting by Blakely Little (Walter Foster … [Read more...] about Learn the Basics of Painting with the New Book, Modern Acrylic
Painted Oyster Shells Santa Christmas Tree Ornaments
Over the years we've collected a lot of Oyster Shells from the beach. We like to use these seashells in our craft projects and they're fantastic as Christmas tree ornaments. The ones that we're featuring today were painted to look like Santa Claus and are really easy-to-make! The Oyster Shells … [Read more...] about Painted Oyster Shells Santa Christmas Tree Ornaments
DIY Painted Penguin Large Clam Seashells
We enjoy taking our grandchildren to visit various zoos and aquariums across the east coast. Every time we're at one they're always drawn to those adorable black and white penguins. Matter of fact, penguins are one of their favorite animals to see! For part of our winter season decor we decided to … [Read more...] about DIY Painted Penguin Large Clam Seashells