A collaborative blog by Pre K and Kindergarten specialists. Child growth and development, information, free printables.
Spring is finally here! Maybe it's been spring for awhile where you are, but I live in Canada, so it takes a little bit longer to warm up where I am. And my oh my, have I ever missed the flowers and the leaves! I love walking my 6 year old daughter to school each morning and seeing the magnolias just ready to bloom, the buds on the trees just ready to burst and the bright yellow forsythia flowers highlighting our backyard. I love this time of year! And since I've been in such a wonderful spring mood, I decided to make
Winter solstice has been celebrated all over the world for thousands of years. It occurs on the shortest day and longest night. Although this is often the first day of winter, it also promises the return of the sun after an extended period of darkness.
Today I'm going to show you how to make pinwheels - they are so pretty and they really spin! These are a simple, summertime craft project you can make with household materials. Since I wanted to make these for my kids, I really needed to find a way to make sure the pinwheel wouldn't break apart and send pieces flying everywhere! This method works beautifully! I had posted another pinwheel project before, but I just wasn't happy with the results. You can check out my other paper pinwheels tutorial here, but keep in mind that I much prefer this new
Twitter user Alina Pleskova found a book on the curb and decided to rescue it, bringing it back home with her. She couldn't help but share the photos...
Ever noticed how much kids love a good theme? A central topic is such a great way to get little ones engaging in all sorts of things - reading, writing, art and (best of all) new types of open-ended play. Plus planning a few weeks of play around the same topic gives the kids time to come up with deeper questions and learn more. Announcing MPMK's latest venture: Play Theme Cheat Sheets! As we said, playing around a theme is a great idea - the only drawback being that it requires a bit of planning. But no worries, we've got
We love this spin on the traditional Chinese paper lantern, the latest in our series with Sizzix!
Brigid Yarn Dolly for Imbolc
Game of Thrones Dragon Egg Music Box: For this project I was looking to make something for my younger cousin as a 18th birthday present. She is a HUGE Game of Thrones fan so I set out to make her a gift that she would cherish and never forget!
I’ve been wanting to do something with all the flowers and green leaves that are still blooming all around us in before they all died off or changed colors for fall. So I sketched a few little frien
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DIY Weaving Loom From IKEA BEKVÄM Spice Rack: This project shows you how to build a small loom for band weaving. It can be used with a rigid heddle or with tablets. It uses IKEA's BEKVÄM spice rack, a chopstick, some strong thread, and assorted hardware. If you have all the tools, you can build…
Ruth’s story is tied up with the barley harvest and sheaves of wheat and barley are great shapes. This craft is a lovely quiet threading activity, simple enough for younger participants but effective enough to satisfy older children. Want to add in a prayer activity? – Use this so that each head of grain […]
15 creative ideas on how to refashion and restyle your old t shirts into fun crafts and accessories like headbands, clothing, bags and more...
I hope your February is off to a great start! So far my year has been mostly full of projects, planning for future traveling (!!!), making a bunch of delicious Hello Fresh recipes, playing my daily wordle, and catching up on Succession (OMG this show, you guys. I think I have audibly gasped in every
Many of you have numberless pictures that can be applicable in special moments, but fail to exemplify it. Why? Because of the oldish photo frames available in
Picture frames are not just for displaying your favorite photographs or artwork. They can also be a versatile and creative tool for crafting. In this blog post, we will explore five exciting ways you can use picture frames to make unique and beautiful crafts. From repurposing old frames to creating personalized gifts, the possibilities are endless.
Now is a great time to try these out.
How to make easy DIY photo coasters, perfect for gift giving! #photocoasters #coasters #crafts #diycoasters
Learn step by step how to customize and transfer printed out photographs (for a Vision board or for gifts) to canvas yourself using an easy medium paste.
Picture frames are not just for displaying your favorite photographs or artwork. They can also be a versatile and creative tool for crafting. In this blog post, we will explore five exciting ways you can use picture frames to make unique and beautiful crafts. From repurposing old frames to creating personalized gifts, the possibilities are endless.
Want to create crafts with picture frames? Picture frame crafts are great because you can find frames at thrift stores for cheap!
This DIY picture frame template makes the easiest paper picture frame ever- and so cute. Grab the paper and markers for this easy picture frame craft!
DIY PICTURE FRAME From Cardboard and Decorative Materials: This tutorial will show you how to make a cardboard picture frame (or a whole wall of them!) decorated with your crafting/found/scrap materials - sized to fit standard 4x6 photo. Use it to decorate your home in your own unique way or make it for a l…
Making your own DIY picture frame can be a rewarding project, allowing you to add a personal touch to your home decor. Not only do these frames serve as a protective display for your cherished memories, but they also reflect your style and creativity. This guide will take you through various 50 easy DIY picture frame ideas, from simple designs to more innovative ones, ensuring there's a project suitable for every skill level and taste. If you've ever wondered how to make a picture frame that stands out, you're in the right place. We will explore materials, step-by-step instructions, and
A collaborative blog by Pre K and Kindergarten specialists. Child growth and development, information, free printables.
Managing a preschooler is a challenging task, especially when they are at home. So to keep them busy, Check our top photo frame craft ideas for kids.
We're bringing to you this easy technique of using packing tape to transfer a photo onto glass. Video tutorial available.
