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Straw Painting Art for Kids

October 2, 2021February 9, 2023 ellen Leave a comment Crafts
a girl sitting at a desk with art supplies

Kids love to paint, but it can be hard for them to get started. Learn more about straw painting art and how to create art with straws with your child. Straw Painting Art for Kids Painting with a brush is an art form in itself and takes years of practice. But what if you could […]

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DIY Soap for Kids

July 18, 2021June 16, 2023 ellen Leave a comment Crafts
Kids love playing with toys and they also enjoy a good bath. Check out this easy DIY soap for kids and learn how to embed a toy in soap.

Kids love playing with toys and they also enjoy a good bath. Check out this easy DIY soap for kids and learn how to embed a toy in soap. DIY Soap for Kids I love making fun bath products for kids. Check out these cool bath salts for kids that love sharks. Or, why not […]

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Make Your Own Rainbow Bath Salts in Minutes

July 10, 2021March 14, 2024 ellen 2 Comments Crafts
Rainbow bath salts are a fun way to make layered Epsom salts to use in the tub. Let your child relax in the tub with these DIY bath salts.

Rainbow bath salts are a fun way to make layered Epsom salts to use in the tub. Let your child relax in the tub with these DIY bath salts. Rainbow Bath Salts Using only three ingredients and a container, you can make rainbow bath salts in just minutes. You will need to use Epsom salts, […]

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Fairy Garden Pots Ideas

June 6, 2021May 18, 2023 ellen Leave a comment Crafts

Check out these easy DIY fairy garden pots ideas for the kids to make. Learn more about how to make a DIY mini fairy garden of your own. Getting the kids out into the garden is so much fun. Have you had a chance to try this kids fairy craft yet? I love how it […]

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Decoupage for Kids

May 19, 2021May 28, 2023 ellen Leave a comment Crafts
a decoupaged flower pot in the grass

Check out these resources for decoupage for kids. Try this easy kids decoupage project and create a decoupage flower pot with your child. Decoupage for Kids I love decoupage because it’s a wonderful way to repurpose and upcycle things that I already have around the house.  I originally learned how to decoupage when I wanted […]

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Kids Fairy Craft

May 9, 2021May 27, 2023 ellen Leave a comment Crafts
This whimsical kids fairy craft is an easy way for your child to make a DIY fairy house craft. Make your fairy her very own garden home today.

This whimsical kids fairy craft is an easy way for your child to make a DIY fairy house craft. Make your fairy her very own garden home today. Kids Fairy Craft If your child is in love with fairies, you may want to make them their very own fairy crown to wear while you make […]

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Bath Salts for Kids that Love Sharks

April 26, 2021January 13, 2023 ellen Leave a comment Crafts
Check out these bath salts for kids! Try this ocean-themed bath salts DIY that fans of Baby Shark will enjoy using in the tub.

Check out these bath salts for kids! Try this ocean-themed bath salts DIY that fans of Baby Shark will enjoy using in the tub. Bath Salts for Kids Bath time can be stressful or it can be lots of fun. Just grab a jar of these bath salts and a few developmental bath toys and […]

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Paper Mache Easter Eggs

March 30, 2021May 24, 2023 ellen Leave a comment Crafts
Learn how to make paper mache Easter eggs with this simple DIY. These paper mache eggs are fun to fill and display in your basket.

Learn how to make paper mache Easter eggs with this simple DIY. These paper mache eggs are fun to fill and display in your basket. There are so many fun Easter crafts and projects to keep busy with this time of the year. Have you had a chance to make these DIY Easter Flower Baskets […]

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Best Diamond Art Kits for Beginners

March 21, 2021November 8, 2023 ellen Leave a comment Crafts
a close up of a diamond art painting kit with diamonds and tool

Have you been looking for diamond art kits for beginners? Check out these diamond painting kits and get started on this fun new hobby today. Best Diamond Art Kits I just love getting creative and there are so many different types of crafts you can try. Have you had time to host a paint party […]

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DIY Easter Flower Baskets

March 19, 2021July 13, 2023 ellen Leave a comment Crafts
Easter flower baskets filled with spring flowers

If you want to make Easter flower baskets for a centerpiece, try this easy craft. There are many types of Easter flowers you can use! DIY Easter Flower Baskets There are so many different ways to get crafty around Easter time. Have you had a chance to try these tips for mess-free Easter eggs yet? […]

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Ellen is a mom of a 25-year-old son and 30-year-old daughter. She is Grandma to one adorable toddler. In what little spare time she has, she loves to read, watch movies, and check out the latest toys and games.

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