Aren't these darling. To create the heart shape, place a small marble or a 1/2-inch ball of aluminum foil between each liner and one side of the tin (a great job for kids). This will push the paper into the batter to form the notch in the heart.

Feb 3, 2021 | Father's Day, Helpful Ideas, Mother's Day, Recipes, Seasons & Holidays, Valentine's Day
Aren't these darling. To create the heart shape, place a small marble or a 1/2-inch ball of aluminum foil between each liner and one side of the tin (a great job for kids). This will push the paper into the batter to form the notch in the heart.
Jan 29, 2021 | Christmas & Winter, Crafts for Kids, Easter & Spring, Father's Day, Learning Activities, Mother's Day, Valentine's Day, Writing Activities
I had fun with my grandchildren creating pop up cards. You can do them for any occasion. My grandkids wanted to do their favorite characters; dragons and Mario. There are many tutorials. This is the one I used. Tutorial
Jun 6, 2020 | Father's Day, Seasons & Holidays
With Father’s Day approaching , my thoughts turn to my own father. He passed away 13 years ago but I still miss him. I think of what a great support he was to me and my brothers. I also realize what a fantastic grandfather he was. He loved to play games with his...
May 3, 2013 | Crafts for Kids, Family Activities, Father's Day, Grandma Camp Ideas, Mother's Day, Seasons & Holidays
This is a great gift for your child to give someone special or a way to preserve a memory. Just recycle an old frame with paint and cute designs. You can also us tongue depressors to form a frame. Just paint, glue together and add a message or design. Use a ribbon or...
Jun 16, 2010 | Crafts for Kids, Earth Day, Father's Day, Seasons & Holidays
This is an easy gift idea for fathers made from a CD cover. You'll need a a CD cover. that you're not Trace paper to fit inside then decorate with photos, stickers and markers. Be sure to write a special message. Slide the decorated paper into the cover. You may need...
Jun 7, 2010 | Crafts for Kids, Easter & Spring, Family Activities, Father's Day, Grandma Camp Ideas, Mother's Day, Seasons & Holidays
You can have fun with your child painting and planting pots. Get some terra cotta pots (I picked up some at a thrift store), and paint with acrylic paints. Be sure to let the paint dry before planting. It's fun to watch the plant as it grows.
Apr 15, 2009 | Crafts for Kids, Father's Day, Mother's Day, Seasons & Holidays
Here's a great idea for a craft you can do with your older grandchildren. It can be a frame for a photo, a mirror or a magnetic board. You can give it as a gift too. Everything you need is at a craft store. You'll need: A wooden frame Paint Decorative wooden figures...