When my now 11 year old daughter was very little, she absolutely loved forts. It didn’t really matter what they were made of – elaborate with sheets, blankets, and Christmas lights … or as simple as a box. It was something about having a place of her own. A small, cozy spot that only she…
6 Outdoor DIY Projects for Kids Play Spaces!
We have a very large backyard, complete with loads of ‘potential’. Currently, we have a big vegetable garden and a wooden swing set. I have been waiting to put a lot of time and energy (and money) into the backyard, as we are looking to move soon. However, with another summer quickly approaching I am…
Build-a-Dump Truck Craft – It Really Works!
Looking to make a dump truck craft that really works? So were we – so we did – and it works! Last week I wrote about 22 Amazing egg carton crafts for kids, and in that post was an idea from Rub Some Dirt on it Blog, on building a dump truck. Have a click…
Firefighter Games for a Firefighter Themed Birthday Party!
This past weekend was quite busy. We had double booked ourselves, so to speak. Now I really like to keep myself busy, thrive on a challenge – absolutely. But this was a bit much even for me. You see, we had our chicks scheduled to hatch on Saturday so we planned our Sammy’s birthday party…
Hula Hoop Outdoor Tunnel
I now have proof that spring is here. Our ground has thawed enough that I can dig impulsive holes! As we were outside enjoying the beautiful weather, and the boys were riding around on some toy cars and bikes, I got an idea. I saw some hula hoops lying around and thought we could use…
SIMPLE Playdough Decorated Easter Eggs!
Well, I am not at all one to use four-letter words – and to use one on my website is outrageous – and yet here we go… Due to the… SNOW yesterday (mid-April, oh my), we had an impromptu crafting day. Our days lately have been full of outdoor adventures, getting our garden ready, and…
Kids Handprint Art
I have such a soft spot kids handprint art. Seeing my babes tiny hands stamped or traced on to paper is one of my very favourite things. I look back so fondly on the tiny handprints of my now 11 year old – so I get as many as I can of my littlest two…
Easter Egg Potato Stamping: Easter Craft for Preschoolers
Easter is well on its way! We have been having fun thinking up some creative Easter crafts for preschoolers – and this one is one of our favorites. We have been known to stamp a few veggies over here – with our celery heart stamping and bell pepper four-leaf clover stamping – so it likely…
Building and Tracing Shadows
Playing with light is such an interesting thing to do. I have written about some of the different ways we play with shadows and light on our Facebook page a few times, but thought this particular activity deserved a full blog post. It has become a go to activity for my little ones after rest…
Textured Bunny Easter Craft
We had a rainy day here – and I must say it was lovely! Rain is a sure sign of spring … and it was melting some of our snow – which put me in a pretty chipper mood. A cheery Mama and a rainy day are the perfect ingredients for a fun craft day….
