Traditional stained glass has always been associated with fine art galleries and huge windows in Gothic cathedrals. But stained glass can be much simpler and safer for you to do at home and you can even get your kids involved. …[Continue]
Shimmering Sun Catcher
This is a quick and easy project that packs in a lot of fun. This will remind your family of summer long after the heat waves have passed. What you’ll need: Wax paper White craft glue Different colored glitter Fishing …[Continue]
String Easter Egg
Springtime is a great time of year to get outside and enjoy nature and all the new life that is growing up from the earth. You can make some fun springtime crafts to go along with this time of year. …[Continue]
Tulip Cup
Another fun springtime craft is to make a tulip cup. Since flowers are often associated with springtime, this is a great way to bring the colors of the outdoor world into your home. What You’ll Need: Construction paper Crayons or …[Continue]
Apple Ornaments
What You’ll Need: 1.5 cups ground cinnamon 1 cup applesauce ¼ cup white school glue Instructions for the Project: Mix the cinnamon, applesauce and glue together in a medium sized mixing bowl. The dough should be about as thick as …[Continue]
Terrific Translucent Apples
What You’ll Need: Wax paper Iron Scissors Crayons Glue Crayon sharpener Construction paper—red and green Instructions for the Project: First you need to take a piece of colored construction paper and fold it in half, which color you prefer is …[Continue]
Clay Pot Apple
What You’ll Need: 3 inch terracotta clay pot 3 inch terracotta clay saucer Small wooden spool Fun foam Paint Clear acrylic sealer spray Hot glue gun Instructions for the Project: First thing that you are going to need to do …[Continue]
Tin Can Lamb
Making a tin can lamb is fun and something that your kids can get involved with. A tin can lamb gift is perfect for any home or can be a sweet gift for a child’s teacher. Instructions for the Project: …[Continue]
Easter Candy Topiary
Decorating around Easter time is often times difficult for the individual with a more sophisticated palate. Instead of covering a house with decorations of bunnies and chicks, why not give a gift that is fun for the season but also …[Continue]
Magic Box
What You’ll Need: 1 large shoe box 1 small shoe box Sticky tape Ruler Scissors Marking pen PVA glue Green color sticky back plastic “Good luck” stuff Instructions for the Project: Tape the ends of the boxes closed. Cut the …[Continue]
Dried Flower Sachet
What You’ll Need: Flowers String Felt Glue Lace material Piece of lace Perfume Instructions for the Project: Dry the flowers (make sure that flowers are dry to the touch). Cut out the felt and lace material into whatever shape you …[Continue]
Wind Chime
What You’ll Need: Items that will make nice sounds when they collide Nail or hole punch String or nylon thread Colorful plastic lid Scissors Non-toxic liquid glue Instructions for the Project: First you need to go on a treasure hunt …[Continue]
