My grandkids like to play catch when they come to visit but I don't want to be throwing balls around my family room so this is a great substitute. You'll need: 2 small sponges 1 twist tie or string Directions: Cut the sponge into strips as shown in the photo....
r This is a great activity to do outdoors. You'll need: paper plates, paint brushes, paint (water based are best) and something to cover the ground ( plastic tablecloth, newspaper, old sheet). This can get messy so wear some old clothes, an apron or a paint shirt. Lay...
This is a fun and easy activity for any age. You can make any figure just use your imagination. You'll need popsicle sticks, paint or markers and any embellishments.
This is an easy project for you and your grandchild to make. It's especially great on a windy day. You will need: 1 sheet of 8.5 x 11 colored paper Strips of paper for decorating Yarn or string Scissors & glue Directions: Fold the paper in a cylinder shape and...
I seemed to be obsessed with recycling. My grown children often make fun of me about it. I get excited when I can use something I already have to make something new. But that also means saving stuff (or junk as some like to refer to it). Well, I used some of that...
I attended a fantastic two day bookmaking workshop presented by artist and bookmaker Susan Kapluscinski Gaylord. All of her ideas use materials you already have and would probably recycle but now they have a new use. Check out her website Makingbooks .
This darling book tote is made from 2 placemats and a canvas belt. How easy is that? Your grandkids or kids can help you make it. GET DIRECTIONS
You'll Need: 1. Wax candle (you could also use a white crayon) 2. Watercolor paper 3. Watercolors 4. Paint brush Directions: On a sheet of watercolor paper, have your child or grandchild draw a picture with the wax candle or white crayon. Using watercolors paint the...
This would be fun to do with the neighborhood kids, a church group or at a family reunion. Get Directions
I'm always looking for easy and inexpensive ways to create something cute. My granddaughter wanted a princess hat so with crepe paper, wire and beads we came up with this garland. She helped me make it. You'll Need: crepe paper, beads and wire Directions: 1. Measure...