This handpainted Ladybug seashell paper weight was made by my 13 1/2 year old granddaughter. Isn't she cute? I think so...and she did a great job making it! She didn't use any template or pattern. A great little gift for mom, grandma, a school teacher, or place them outside in your garden as yard … [Read more...] about Ladybug Handpainted Seashell Paper Weight
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Lady Bugs and Bumble Bees Painted Walnut Shells Kid’s Crafts
These hand painted lady bugs and bumble bees are the perfect craft to make with young children. Acrylic craft paint, paint brushes, and halved walnut shells are all you need to make them. You can make several of them in just one afternoon! A group of children age 5 through 8 years of age made the … [Read more...] about Lady Bugs and Bumble Bees Painted Walnut Shells Kid’s Crafts
How to Make Gnome Ornaments from Oyster Shells
Gnomes...they've been a HOT decorating craze for the past few years. I've seen people decorating every room in their home with gnomes...including their Christmas trees. They're cute and show off a part of your whimsy side. I can walk in just about any department store or home goods store and find … [Read more...] about How to Make Gnome Ornaments from Oyster Shells
Snowman Refrigerator Magnets Made with Tumbling Tower Blocks
Tumbling Tower wood blocks are from a game that is sold by Dollar Tree. You can find them in the kid's toys aisle. Our local DT store sells out of them often...so at those times I have to purchase them from Amazon. If you want to use larger-sized blocks you can pick up a set at 5 and Below...their … [Read more...] about Snowman Refrigerator Magnets Made with Tumbling Tower Blocks
Easy Wood Snowman Winter Decorations
I decorate with a lot of snowmen and snow women during the holiday and winter seasons. Once Christmas is over I leave my snowmen out on display until the end of January if they're winter related, non-Christmas in their design. Like the one that I'm featuring in my craft project today. * This post … [Read more...] about Easy Wood Snowman Winter Decorations
Upcycled Empty Pill Bottle Snowman Ornament
Looking for a way to upcycle all of those empty pill bottles and prescription medication bottles that you get at the pharmacy? If so, we've got a cute and easy craft project for you today that utilizes them to make a fun Snowman Christmas Tree Ornament! You only need a few general supplies to make … [Read more...] about Upcycled Empty Pill Bottle Snowman Ornament
How to Make a Christmas Ornament Ball Door Wreath
Two weeks ago I went into Dollar Tree to pick up supplies to make a holiday door wreath for my daughter. This year she's decorating in a beautiful pink blush color, champagne, and gold color scheme. I love shopping at the Dollar Tree for affordable craft supplies. Almost everything to make this … [Read more...] about How to Make a Christmas Ornament Ball Door Wreath
Kid’s Craft Project – Painted Elf Seashell Christmas Tree Ornament
Looking for a fun Christmas craft project to make with the kids? These painted elf seashell Christmas tree ornaments only cost pennies to make! You don't have to be an expert artist to make them. We made them with a group of children 7-13 years of age. The one shown in the photo was made by a 12 … [Read more...] about Kid’s Craft Project – Painted Elf Seashell Christmas Tree Ornament