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Faux Birch Logs

Faux Birch Logs

Decorate for winter with these simple faux birch logs made with cardboard tubes. It really couldn’t be easier!

Little Pumpkin Snack Cups

Little Pumpkin Snack Cups

Turn snack cups into fun and festive little pumpkins that hold a tasty treat. This is an easy afternoon activity […]

Shoe Box Haunted House

Shoe Box Haunted House Gift

Spread some Halloween cheer by turning an empty old shoe box into a spooky haunted house to give to a […]

Wood Bead Trivets

Make a set of trivets using painted wooden blocks and beads. It’s easy to do and they make a lovely […]

No-Sew Fabric Snack Bags

Ditch disposable bags and make these no-sew fabric snack bags today. They’re not just for snacks. Use them to hold […]

Copper Pipe Magazine Holder

Make this chic magazine holder out of copper pipes. It’s surprisingly easy to do and would make a very thoughtful […]

Cat BOO Kit

This cute cat is stuffed full of gifts for those with feline friends. It starts with an empty container.

Football Yard Line Table Runner

Make a table runner that’s perfect for game day or a football-themed party. It’s easy to do!

Picture Frame Terrarium

Make this fun glass terrarium from cheap picture frames. It’s easy to do and looks great when it’s filled and on […]

Angry Bird Coasters

Have an Angry Birds fan in the house? Make these Angry Birds coasters and create a special movie night at home!

Homemade Teepee

Making your own teepee is surprisingly easy and inexpensive. Once it’s done, enjoy it indoors or out!

Copper Pipe Planter

This fun wall-mounted planter is made out of copper pipes with no glue or plumbing compound. Kids can link the pipes together […]

Surprise Slime

This Surprise Slime is embedded with plenty of embellishments like pom poms, glitter and beads! It’s great fun for little […]

Educational Placemat

Keep the kids busy before dinner with this simple placemat. The printable makes it so easy to create.

Portable Felt Board

Keep the kids busy in the car, at a restaurant, or in a waiting room with this fun felt board. […]

Bottle-Stamped Flowers

Use an empty soda bottle to create these cute stamped flowers. This is a fun craft for all ages to do.

Paper Plate Fish

Make a school of colorful fish from paper plates! Decorate them with paint, sequins, feathers, pom poms or anything else you […]

Colorful Magnetic Board

This huge magnetic board is great for hanging kids’ artwork, leaving notes, or practicing spelling words. You might be surprised […]

Painted Planters

Make eye-catching planters for the front porch or anywhere else. It’s hard to believe they start as trash cans!

Citrus Slice Coasters

Use air-dry clay and paint to create colorful coasters that are lots of fun for summer. They’re easy to make, […]

Dollar Store Clipboard Update

Display children’s artwork on a set of these inexpensive clipboards. Just spruce them up with a bit of contact paper.

Family Command Center

It’s so easy to create a customizable Family Command Center. This organizational system costs less than $10.

Backyard Racetrack

Make this quick and easy Backyard Racetrack for hours of outdoor fun. It starts with bricks and pavers.

Doll Crib Makeover

Give an old doll crib new life by repainting, adding new fabric and personalizing it. It will provide hours of […]

Painted Stone Bugs

Transform plain rocks into colorful and fun bugs for the garden. It’s easy to do and there’s tons of room […]

Crib Rails Planter

When it’s time to convert the crib to a toddler bed, turn the rails into a vertical planter. After an […]

Easy Spring-Themed Wreaths

Use inexpensive grapevine wreaths, spray paint and cuttings from your yard to make these pretty wreaths. They’re very easy to […]

No-Sew Monster Laundry Bag

Kids will enjoy ‘feeding’ their dirty clothing to this Monster Laundry Bag! This cute project starts with a pillowcase and involves […]

Recycled Vase Craft

Turn empty baby shampoo bottles into a beautiful set of vases! They’re easy to customize with your favorite colors.

Homemade Puffy Paint

It is so easy and fun to make your own puffy paint. Kids of all ages will enjoy using the […]

DIY Picture Ledge

Dress up a hallway, bedroom or other room with a homemade picture ledge. It’s an easy woodworking project suitable for […]

No-Sew Artist Apron

Make this adorable little apron to keep your little princesses mess-free during arts & crafts sessions!

Cardboard Drawer Organizers

Organize desk or dresser drawers with organizers made from cardboard boxes. Arrange them to perfectly fit your space, then decorate them with your […]

Painted Canvas Quote with Easy Transfer

Display a message or quote you love using this easy technique to transfer it from your printer to a canvas. […]

Printable Love Notes

Printable Love Notes

Hide these Printable Love Notes in a lunch box or scattered around the house to tell your family how much you love […]

Beaded Hearts

Beaded Hearts

Make these fun and festive Beaded Hearts for Valentine’s Day. They’re so easy and are great for developing fine motor […]

Popsicle Stick Snowflakes

Stir Stick Snowflakes

Use coffee stir sticks (or popsicle sticks) to make oversized snowflakes. They look beautiful all winter.

Beaded Ornaments

Beaded Ornaments

These beaded ornaments are easy to make and a fun way to spend time with the family. They look so […]

Christmas Cookie Decorating

Christmas Cookie Decorating

Trying to keep the kids busy on a cold day? Set up a fun Christmas Cookie Decorating station! It’s a […]

Cookie Cutter Wall Art

Cookie Cutter Wall Art

Cookie cutters are great for more than just baking. Follow the steps to make a festive wall decoration that won’t […]

Festive Holiday Garland

Festive Holiday Garland

This fun and festive Holiday Garland comes together really quickly.  It’s a great way to display your very favorite Christmas […]

Cinnamon Stick Snowflake

Cinnamon Stick Snowflake

Turn cinnamon sticks into gorgeous snowflakes ornaments. They smell fantastic and make a wonderful winter decoration.

Candy Cane Felt Pouch

Candy Cane Felt Pouch

Make your own Candy Cane Felt Pouch to fill with all sorts of goodies. This is an easy and affordable […]

Rustic Tree Ornament

Rustic Tree Ornament

Create a rustic Christmas tree ornament from cedar shims. It looks beautiful displayed on the mantle, hanging from the tree […]

Christmas Play Dough

Christmas Play Dough

This easy holiday play dough has only four ingredients. Use it with cookie cutters to make Christmas ornaments.

Twine-Wrapped Star Ornament

Twine-Wrapped Star Ornament

Wrap popsicle sticks with twine to make this beautiful rustic star ornament. It’s inexpensive and a lot of fun.

Modern Christmas Wreath

Modern Christmas Wreath

Create this modern twist on a homemade Christmas wreath. It’s easier than you might think!

Glassware Christmas Village

Glassware Christmas Village

For a fun twist on a classic holiday decoration, create a Christmas village inside glassware. Use whatever glasses and small […]

Pinwheel Toy

Color Matching Toy

Toddlers and preschoolers will enjoy this homemade color matching toy. It uses inexpensive supplies and is quick and easy to […]

Paper and Artwork Organizer

Rolling Filing Cabinet Organizer

Keep school papers, art supplies or completed artwork organized in this rolling filing cabinet. It starts with an old wooden […]

Honeycomb Stamped Christmas Trees

Honeycomb Stamped Christmas Trees

Use bubble wrap to make a honeycomb stamp for these trees. The tutorial shows three different ways to decorate them.

Cinnamon Stick Christmas Star

Cinnamon Stick Christmas Star

This star ornament is made from cinnamon sticks. It smells wonderful and looks so pretty on a Christmas tree.

Sugar Cookie Turkeys

Sugar Cookie Turkeys

Decorate tasty sugar cookies like turkeys. What a fun way to spend a fall afternoon with the kids!

Tile Tray for Movie Night

Tile Tray for Family Movie Night

Make a simple tray to hold snacks and drinks during a family movie night at home. It’s so easy to do!

Two-Ingredient Glossy Paint

Two-Ingredient Glossy Paint

This super-glossy paint only requires two ingredients. Best of all, those ingredients are completely edible and probably already in your […]

Felt Breakfast Food

Felt Breakfast Food

It’s easier than you might think to make these delicious-looking breakfast foods out of felt sheets! They’re lots of fun […]

Elastic Hair Ties

Elastic Hair Ties

Save money by making these elastic hair ties for a fraction of the cost of store-bought ones. It couldn’t be […]

Sharpie Drawer Knobs

Sharpie Drawer Knobs

Kids will love giving their drawer knobs a makeover using just a Sharpie. It’s so easy to do and the […]

Roller Board for Sensory Play

Roller Board for Sensory Play

Make a roller board for your little ones. It provides hours of sensory fun for the kids!

Firefighter Hat

Firefighter Hat

Make a fun and easy Firefighter Hat craft during Fire Prevention Week or any time of year. It’s fun for […]

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