Can’t decide what kind of artsy adventure to embark on today? Well, this is just the place to find the perfect project for your little one.
EGG CARTON HAMMERHEAD SHARK – Upcycled Craft for Kids
Have you ever been at brunch and seen the discarded egg cartons and champagne corks and thought to yourself, “OOH! That looks like hammerhead shark!” No?…just me? LOL To be fair, I did have sharks on the brain. Max has been shark-obsessed lately, which means lots of shark book, shark facts, shark songs and, of…
DINO FLASHLIGHT PHONICS GAME
Do you have a dinosaur-loving kid who’s struggling to learn their sight words? If so, don’t despair…you can combine learning and fun with this dino flashlight game! Max, my 6 year old loves books, but does NOT love to read. This was a big change for me, as his older sister can’t go 2 minutes…
RING POP CLAY RINGS
Why just eat your Ring Pop when you can craft your Ring Pop and eat it too?! Let your imagination run wild and create a beautiful gemstone ring or even a whimsical golden fairy snail (see the pics at the end of the post). These upcycled creations are the perfect accessory for any budding fashionista…
ZIPLINING KOALAS
You ready to create the cutest, cuddliest STEAM craft that’s ever existed?! ME TOO! Let’s start with some fun koala facts. Did you know that koalas can sleep up to 18 hours a day? No wonder they always seem so well-rested. (And yes, this mama is super jealous! LOL) Their fingerprints are also eerily similar…
RECYCLED BARBIE MERMAID TAIL
Transform your child’s playtime into an underwater adventure with this super easy mermaid tail! Using materials you already have at home, your little one can dive into a world of magic and imagination. Of course we always have a stash of TP and paper towel rolls laying around for crafting. One day when Mighty was…
FLOATING OTTERS
Prepare for some seriously cute and fuzzy entertainment with these floaty otters! They have always been one of my favorite animals and thanks to the Octonauts, my kids love them too! (Where the Shellington fans at? haha) Of course, they asked if we could make an otter craft…but one that actually floats and that is…
FOX PAPER PLATE PURSE
Foxes are all the rage in our household right now! They keep popping up in our yard and we can’t get enough of their cute little faces. But rather than just stare at them from afar, we decided to channel our obsession into a fun new project. Introducing, the fox purse! With just a few…
SLEEPY SLOTHS
Do you have little sloth-lovers at home who struggle with falling asleep? Fear not! I have a brilliant and adorable solution that will make bedtime a bit easier. Introducing…the lavender-infused rice-filled sloth! Not only is this palm-sized plushie adorable, it also provides a sensory outlet for your little ones to fidget with before dozing off….
ALICE IN WONDERLAND INSPIRED TEA CUPS
Are you ready to brew up some creativity? Well, get those pinkies up and prepare to sip some fun! We have the perfect accessory for anyone who loves tea time – colorful, eco-friendly tea cups made from reused applesauce containers. Transform into a princess with these charming cups or let your little one play host…
BERNARD FELT STUFFIE
Who needs a hug?! Bernard is a bit different than other birds. His super long wings make it impossible to fly. Luckily the other jungle animals in Ged Adamson’s “Bird Hugs” help Bernard find his true calling… giving HUGS!! It truly is the cutest book for discussing how we all have differences that make us…
RECYCLED EGG CARTON GNOMES
With their adorable round noses, gravity defying hats and all around cuddlyness, it’s no wonder everyone wants a gnome right now! I love a good Christmas gnome, but we like to keep our gnomes around all year. They are considered good luck, and who doesn’t need a little extra luck after the last couple of…
MEASURING TAPE SNAILS
Have you ever heard of a Measuring Tape Snail?! Well, now is your chance to see one in real life! These magnificent creatures have tape measures built right into their shells. This makes them perfect companions for any little one learning about units of measure. Seriously…what kid doesn’t want an adorable pet to help them…
SURFING SNAILS FLOATING CRAFT
Surf’s up! Did you guys know there are such things as actual surfing snails?! I first learned about them while watching Octonauts (Honestly, Octonauts is where I get most of my animal knowledge!) Real surfing snails ride the waves on a self-made raft of mucus. Eew, right? But we’ve managed to come up with a…