Gather the kids, grab some paint and lets make paper turkeys that stand up! How adorable are these just make sure that Grandmother gets one, too! These turkeys are so easy that any age can help make them. This turkey pictured here has water colored tail feathers, but if you can get the kids to put their hands in paint. I love the tail feathers … [Read more...]
Water Bottle Pumpkins
October 19, 2011 by
It's so much fun for the kids to make their own easy recycled "pumpkins" from old water bottles! Look through your recycled bin, for plastic bottles with tops, small water bottles, 2 liter soda bottles, etc. You'll probably want to plastic if small children will be making and play with them; you can use glass bottles, just use caution and … [Read more...]
Back to School Teacher Gift Basket with Free Printable
August 11, 2011 by
Create an unforgettable gift basket for your child's new teacher this school year! Get a basket, lunchbox or a supply caddy, and fill it with goodies for your teacher (see below). Print out and cut the free teacher gift basket printable, then use cute ribbon, twine, or raffia to attach each of the labels as follows: Highlighters - "You are the … [Read more...]
Pencil Cup: Back to School Teacher Gift
August 10, 2011 by
Brighten your new teacher's first day of school with this colorful pencil cup! This back to school gift is quick, easy and inexpensive to make, and is sure to be a hit with teachers! You can make this cup using colored pencils or crayons; either way, it makes an adorable and unique (not to mention useful) gift for children to give their new … [Read more...]
