While I have built plenty of real campfires and could help you out with the real thing if you like, I would rather explain how you can use a CD, some rocks, and some tissue paper to make this cute…
How to Build a Campfire
Author: Sherri Osborn
8 Silly Animals Printable Valentines
Not all Valentine’s Day cards have to be pink and frilly and full of heart images, some can be silly and sweet — like these silly animal printable Valentines. Both boys and girls will have a lot of fun making…
How to Make a Paper Mache Snowman
Discover how easy it is to craft a cute little snowman using paper mache techniques and items you might normally recycle or throw away. The light bulb I started with is an “old-fashioned” bulb with the classic shape we are…
How to Make a Kissing Ball
While many times you will see kissing balls made out of greenery or flowers, we made our kissing balls out of ribbon. We made these for my daughter’s wedding — she really loved the whimsical look of these. These can…
DIY Pine Cone Squirrel
This DIY squirrel project was inspired by the squirrels I have been watching outside my office window, scampering around trying to get ready for winter. I don’t even think they mind that we don’t have any oak trees to provide…
18 Recycled Pumpkin Crafts
Whether you are looking for pumpkins you can use to celebrate Halloween or Thanksgiving, one or more of these pumpkin crafts just might fit the bill. All of these pumpkins are made by recycling items you can find in most…
18 Ways to Decorate Your Notebooks
If your kids want notebooks that feature pictures of their favorite stars or colorful designs but you would rather buy the plain ones that go on sale for pennies, the ideas here might be a great way you can compromise.…
4th of July Candy Cracker Favor
Here is my newest creation using the clear, plastic tube from this craft challenge.  I really wanted to come up with a party favor for the 4th of July, but I wasn’t sure exactly what I wanted to do… Until…
Printable Coupons for Father’s Day
Have you found a special gift for your dad or grandpa yet? If not, or even if you have, why not print out a set of these printable coupons for a Father’s Day gift? You can quickly make up a…
How to Make Hairy Friends
This project was inspired, in part, by my Margarine Tub Craft Challenge. Knowing my granddaughters were coming for a visit, I prepped the margarine tubs for them to have some fun with.! I showed them how to turn them into…
