DIY Framed Chalkboard Tutorial

DIY Chalkboard Frame Tutorial

Ya know how excited kids are when they get a new toy? That’s how excited I am when I get a new craft supply. I get all excited about the possibilities and I can’t wait to make something cool. Then I get nervous that I am going to screw it …

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Starburst Candy Corn Halloween Candle Holder

Easy Starburst Candy Corn Halloween Candle Holder Tutorial

When it comes to holiday crafting, the key is take inspiration from all around you. Since nothing says Halloween like CANDY, I turned a few sugary pieces of yum into a pretty Halloween decoration — in less than 5 minutes.   “Is that pink candy corn???? I’ve never seen pink candy …

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Pumpkin Halloween Countdown Template Craft

Pumpkin Halloween Countdown Craft + Template

From the time my daughter sees the first pumpkin in the store she begins her daily question, “Is it Halloween yet?” With zero concept of time, she tends to drive her mom batty with her continual questions about when is Halloween (or any other big event). To squash the need …

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DIY Teacher Gift Keep Calm And Teach On

DIY Simple Teacher Gift – Keep Calm And Teach On

I had grand plans to make an elaborate gift for my daughter’s Kindergarten teacher, but I have run out of time. (I am sure you know how that goes.) So I decided to do something simple that is bound to be appreciated.  Every teacher needs hand sanitizer, right? After removing …

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Sight Words Game - Dynamite

DIY Sight Words Game Made From Popsicle Sticks

My soon-to-be Kindergartener is all excited about learning to read. We have been practicing sight words all summer, and she is now discovering the thrill of seeing those words in a sentence and reading it. Now reading short, entry-level books, she has come a long way since the end of …

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