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By Kristen 4 Comments

Can You Dye Brown Eggs?

Can You Dye Brown Eggs?

How To Make Colored Eggs For Easter Did you just open up your refrigerator and realize you only had BROWN eggs? We've been there too!  We accidentally learned about dyeing brown eggs and have now gone on to try it twice.  You can see both egg dyeing techniques below. So, can you DYE BROWN EGGS? If you're looking for the quick answer - it's YES!  Yes, you can dye brown eggs! Ready to jump in and try Dyeing Brown Eggs? We have two techniques that we like.  The first one involves … [Read more...]

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By Kristen 14 Comments

Tie Dye Coffee Filter Art for Kids

Tie Dye Coffee Filter Art for Kids

Let's think about art supplies you might have at home.  Have you ever wondered how people, teachers, and KIDS make those really cool Coffee Filter Art projects? It's actually not very hard.  We've made them for years, sometimes we turn them into turkeys (pinned over 60,000 times) and peacocks. I just LOVE this cool color mixing process. If you don't have coffee filters, go ahead and try something similar with paper towels. You can see how we colored them BEFORE (left) and AFTER (right).  They … [Read more...]

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By Kristen 3 Comments

The Best of Make-Your-Own Recipes

The Best of Make-Your-Own Recipes

In times like these, I've noticed more and more of us going back to the basics.  Simple play activities and crafts.  Some of us even have time for a little DIY. Are you looking for the best Make-Your-Own Kid Recipes?  This list was made by experienced moms! The links will take you directly to the recipe. Bath Paint Bath Paint  Shaving Cream Paint Bubbles Giant Bubbles  Bubbles and Snake Maker Chalk Glowing Chalk  Sidewalk Chalk Paint  Clay Bread Clay Cloud Dough Cloud Dough Colored … [Read more...]

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By Kristen 7 Comments

Fingerprint Art Heart Valentine For Kids

Fingerprint Art Heart Valentine For Kids

Need a cute Valentine that could be made by a group of children or a family?  Look no further than this fingerprint art project. It can be made by a whole group of children or individually. My sister and I, along with our kids, made this fingerprint heart valentine for our Grandma.  It would also make a special keepsake gift for birthdays, Mother's Day, Father's Day, or  anytime you need a special handmade gift or card. Fingerprint Art If you loved this Bird Fingerprint … [Read more...]

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By Kristen 1 Comment

Fun Valentine Cards For Kids

Fun Valentine Cards For Kids

Valentines Day is right around the corner!  Has your school announced that they are having a candy-free Valentines Day?  If so, no worries!  There are still a bunch of fun things that you can do!  Below is an round up of fun and cute Valentine Card ideas for kids to make themselves or to give as Valentine gift to friends. Kids Valentine Cards 1.  No One Loves Me Like You Card   2.  Melted Crayons Heart Valentine 3.  Snappy Valentine Card 4.  … [Read more...]

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