Crafts & DIY Projects
Recycled Rainbow Wall Hanging + Shamrock Garland
Thank you to Iowa City-Cedar Rapids Moms for sharing! Saving egg cartons is a great idea because they are a perfect material for kids crafts. This idea from Iowa City-Cedar Rapids Moms is super fun! Materials: Egg cartons; Foam board, cardboard, or any old box. Craft...
Fun “Snow-Cano” Activity
Looking for a super easy way to have fun in the snow that doesn't involve walking up tall hills to sled?! I've got you covered! I originally saw this on Lorain County Metro Parks page so big thanks to them for the inspo! Materials you'll need: Two cups Baking Soda...
Recycled Cardboard Box Crafts
During the last few months, parents & caregivers of all stripes have been looking for fun, creative ways to engage their children - and they’re often doing it with limited resources. Luckily there’s something that’s easy to find & easy to put to work to create...
Craft Project: Reversed Leaves
This past week has been amazing for fall lovers - cool dry days, crunchy leaves, and it just smells like fall outside. I had seen a lot of leaf rubbings, and leave prints for fall craft ideas, but I decided to mix it up a bit – and yes, I wanted to get a little messy....
Craft Corner: Fall Leaf Mobile
Looking for something to do on a cold day? This is an easy craft and you can use scraps and leftover craft supplies! All you need for this cute decoration is: some ribbon fishing line or string a jar lid (just the ring) beads fabric leaves hole puncher Start by...
Craft Corner: Pony Bead Indian Corn
Here is a fun fall craft to do with the kiddos, courtesy of Jessica from Cutesy Crafts! The supplies needed are simple and you probably already have them at home! ...
Craft Corner: Making An Apple Pencil Jar
This is a cute and easy project you can do with the kids, that celebrates fall and can even be used as a teacher gift! Supply List: Pint size mason jars Red spray paint Green card stock Garden twine Scissors Pencils Directions: In a...
Craft Corner: Painting Acorns
Fall crafts can be so fun! They’re a chance to celebrate the season and upcoming holidays. We found one that also gets you out into nature, enjoying that beautiful weather. Painting acorns is fun and easy and can include a nature walk! Here’s what you do: ...
Weave a Rug Out of a Hula Hoop
Looking for a weekend project? How about making a rug out of a hula hoop through weaving. Renee from RenKroDesigns has provides another great upcycle activity for us. Check this one out!
No-sew Linen Yarn
It is time for another upcycled fun project with Renee Krohn. This time we will be working with “No-sew Linen Yarn”. It uses old fabric gathering dust somewhere in your house!