Christmas craft: What can you do with old Christmas cards?

Seems such a waste to throw away beautiful greeting cards from friends and family that took the time to write and send them. So what can you do with those cards?  Upcycle them!  These are great indoor activities for children:  Make gift tags.  Why spend money on new ones when you can make your own?  Here’s a video to show you how it’s done Make … Continue reading Christmas craft: What can you do with old Christmas cards?

Fun Halloween Crafts and Games

We’ve found some simple and fun crafts for children as young as 3 or 4.  Older children can cut their own shapes.  Most importantly, remember this is supposed to be fun!  There is no right or wrong way to make a pumpkin!  Creativity is limited only by your child’s imagination.  The colors are suggestions, however, ask your child what color pumpkin they want to make!  … Continue reading Fun Halloween Crafts and Games

Craft ideas for 4th of July

Firecracker decoration Supplies:  empty toilet paper roll, glitter, glue, tinsel or tissue paper, star cutouts, construction paper in red, white or blue – Cut the construction paper to the size of the toilet paper roll.  At the end, this paper will be glued to the roll. – Have children decorate the construction paper with glitter in red, silver or blue.  It’s fun to show them … Continue reading Craft ideas for 4th of July