This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of The Gorilla Glue Company for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. This summer has been hot, hot, hot! So when we’re not at the pool, we’re looking for projects that we can work on inside, where we can stay out of the sun and…
DIY Finding Dory Fizzing Bath Bombs
I know I am not the only one who has kids that are about to lose their mind waiting for Finding Dory to come out (okay okay, I am just as excited as they are). As a fun pre-treat while waiting for the movie we made up these adorable Finding Dory Fizzing bath bombs. These…
DIY Star Wars Terrarium Succulent Garden
I’m sure you’ve heard the buzz….Star Wars: The Force Awakens is available to own (digital download now and Blu-ray/DVD this week). If you loved it as much as we did, I’m sure you’ve already made plans to buy it. If you are still waiting, grab your copy today (Amazon affiliate link). With the recent resurgence of…
DIY Star Wars Sensory Bin for Kids
A Star Wars Sensory Bin? Yes! Note: we will not blame you if you end up enjoying this as much as the kids! Sensory bins are a great way to supplement any themed unit study or simply just for fun. They open up imaginations, extend play, and build up fine motor skills. With a new…
DIY Star Wars Canvas Art
Do you have a little Jedi on your hands? I have one, and he is caught up in the craze of all the movies and eagerly anticipating the newest release. We are in the process of converting his “baby room” into a Star Wars haven and while I bought some store-bought items, I also wanted…
Winter Wonderland Peppermint Playdough
Nothing keeps little ones busy and works on fine motor development like playdough. Make your own, add some delicious holiday scent and a little sparkle to really put it over the top with your kids! Peppermint adds a fresh new aspect to homemade playdough and involves yet another of your child’s senses in on the…
Easy Valentine’s Day Craft: “I Love You Because…” Dry Erase Frame
About a week ago, before my oldest daughter left to go back to college after the winter break, she and I broke out all of our crafting supplies, turned on a movie in the kitchen, and crafted together. What a fun way to end our vacation! Since Kim tends to have better ideas than…
New Year’s Stained Glass Memory Jars #Craft
My 15-year-old daughter inspired me to make this craft after making her own Memory Jar for 2014, and I am so excited to start Memory Jars for the whole family for this coming year. It’s a perfect (and perfectly easy) craft for kids and adults alike. Each person, regardless of age, can decorate their…
Easy Christmas Countdown Frame Craft
The other night, my daughter and I got together with a group of “crafty ladies” (how Reese described us) to make a few Christmas crafts. Crafting with friends has got to be one of the best ways to spend an evening (especially when that evening also includes home baked goodies). I love making crafts,…
Summer Memory Picture Frame Craft for Kids
I’m not the craftiest person out there, but I do love to get creative, especially during the summer when I need to find more ways to keep the kids occupied out of the heat of the summer sun. This summer, I participated in Skip to My Lou’s Summer Craft Camp for Kids for the…