Go Batty this Halloween

Let me start by saying that this is not a project you want to undertake with a 3-year-old (or any child under the age of 6). Trust me; I know from experience. Last year my crafty friend hosted a party for our playgroup (made up of children 3 and under) so the kids could make homemade Halloween decorations and this one was way too advance despite the end product looking so basic. If you have older children, who are adept at working with acrylic paint, have the dexterial skills to use scissors, pinch and gather paper, and perhaps most importantly, … Continue reading

Homemade Holiday Decorations: Fun with Pinecones

It’s affordable, it’s fun, it’ll keep your children busy for hours, and at the end you’ll have incredible items to decorate your home with… what more could you ask for in a holiday craft project? The pinecone owls are a cute way to get your family into the Halloween spirit. While the pinecone turkeys make for unique place card holders during your Thanksgiving get together. If you are hosting Thanksgiving this year consider having a separate craft table set up for the kids so they can construct the pinecone turkeys while the real bird cooks in the oven. The simple … Continue reading