Truthfully, I have been wanting to make a teepee for some time. So, last week while three grandsons were visiting, we made a TeePee for the backyard. I’m not sure who was more excited about the project, me or the kids. We gathered all the materials, trying to keep it as inexpensive as possible. A […] Read more…
Encouraging Art – DIY Easel
DIY Art Easel We have homes filled with markers, colored pencils, colorful clay, scraps of patterned paper and much more. Sharon is an artist and I am the daughter of an artist with my own blooming artist, my youngest son, Carson. While you may not have lots of art supplies, a few basics will do. […] Read more…
Painted Sticks Creative Project
Painted Sticks Craft If your kids are like ours, they love to explore the great outdoors. They may need a little prodding to put those devices aside but once they get outside, the fun seems to expand. That’s one of the reasons we love to find creative projects that draw from nature. And who doesn’t […] Read more…
Make an Ice Cream Cake for Under $5
I love ice cream cakes. Actually, my whole family likes ice cream cakes. But lets be honest, buying an ice cream cake can run $25-40 for a regular-sized cake. They are not cheap. I decided I will make them from now on and I have even made two ice cream cakes within the […] Read more…
Colorful DIY T-shirts the Whole Family Can Make
Last week I took some of the grandkids to the craft store and we bought solid color tees, colorful sharpie markers and rubbing alcohol. Did I mention that my grandkids love making things? I’m happy to see that some of my creative genes have passed on. You can use solid color shirts that the kids […] Read more…