for kids

DIY Dominoes

DIY Dominoes

I purchased a gold mine of crafting inspiration last week when I found a mixed bag of Jenga blocks at my local thrift store for $1.25. There’s something about repurposing those blocks that has become addictive.  Today I’ll show you an easy kids’ craft making your own diy dominoes that would also make a great…

Farm Animal Book Huggers

Farm Animal Book Huggers

  A couple of weeks ago I shared my Felt Flower Book Hugger Bookmarks. {here}  Originally I was inspired by Nancy at Do Small Thing with Love.  She has an easy to follow tutorial (complete with a pattern) {here} on how to make a Cow Book Hugger.   One night when I needed a distraction from the stress…

Tooth Fairy Tin

Tooth Fairy Tin

  I was at the store in the Fall and found these cute little tins with moisturizer in them.  Both Nivea and Carmex make them.  I just had to get a couple.  Because I wanted to do a project with the tins. Because I needed to be able to carry moisturizer in my purse this…

If Superheroes Used Coasters

If Superheroes Used Coasters

 How does one create superhero coasters?  Good question!  A couple of weeks ago Nancy over at Do Small Things with Love, shared some Crazy Coasters that she made from felt.  Quickly a good natured competition developed with my friend, Amy over at One Artsy Mama.    Well, Amy whipped up some bright, fun, happy coasters in less than…