Graduation is upon us and what an amazing accomplishment to capture! If you don't have access to a photographer to get graduation photo's made, we have some tips for DIY graduation pictures that will let your graduate shine! Lighting: To capture the perfect graduation pictures, you don't need any fancy equipment or lighting setups, all
Use Nature to Make These DIY Bookmarks!
Crafting with nature is a great way to repurpose some of nature's beauty! Use some things that you find outside to make these DIY Bookmarks with your kiddos. DIY Bookmarks Supplies: Ruff-age like leaves, flowers and ferns Large book Parchment paper Thick cardstock Scissors Craft glue Mod Podge or Contact paper String or Ribbon Instructions: To
IKEA Hacks: Making a Simple Window Herb Garden
By now many of us are well aware of this Swedish company IKEA that sells all kinds of home goods at a reasonable price. What you may not be aware of is there is a whole movement of people that have found ways of customizing or repurposing IKEA products, turning them into brilliant products that
Make These Easy DIY Bird Feeders
One of the best things about spring-time is being able to hear the birds chirping outside. Make your yard more inviting to our flying friends by making a bird feeder! Reuse your leftover plastic Easter eggs to make these easy DIY Bird Feeders! DIY Bird Feeders What you'll need: Plastic eggs String Peanut butter Birdseed
Totally Tie-Dye: Jump on the Hottest DIY Trend
One of the biggest fashion trends we’ve seen is the reemergence of tie-dye! What may seem like a retired style now reserved exclusively for camp activities and middle school projects, is now making its way back into the mainstream. If you want to jump on the trend, but maybe haven’t done tie-dye since you were
Hands are for Playing: Fostering Fine Motor Skills in Young Children
When parents think of their children attending preschool or kindergarten, they may imagine their child playing with Play-Doh, building with blocks and making intricate pieces of macaroni art — the normal kid stuff we think of young school children doing. The truth is that this child’s play, while vital to the normal growth and development
Yummy Thanksgiving Sides For The Whole Family!
You’ve got the turkey down. Now what? Check out these yummy Thanksgiving sides to complete your meal. Your taste buds will thank you! Zucchini Torta Submitted by Tina Basile Ingredients: 4 dark green zucchini 3⁄4 cup grated cheese 1 cup Bisquick 2 cloves garlic 4 eggs 1⁄2 cup Wesson oil Chopped basil and parsley
8 Sew-Free Halloween Costumes!
Have you always wanted to make your kiddo's Halloween costume but the thought of having to sew it together stopped you in your tracks? Have no fear! We have your Sew-Free Halloween costumes here! These simple and fun costumes can be made from items out of your craft closet, old clothes and some creativity... oh
Repairing a Cut Wire With a Few Simple Steps
Ever have a wire in the yard that seems to jump under the lawn mower and split time and time again? We have a few handy tips for repairing this mishap. It’s easier than you might think! If Wire is Fine, Bury It If the cut wire is in the yard and getting nicked by
Make Your Own Bubble Solution!
Does your child love the magic of bubbles? Now you can make this simple solution to practice some science, measurement and have some fun! Try this DIY bubble solution that uses only 3 ingredients you likely already have on hand. Have your child help prepare the solution for fun play. 4 cups warm water 1/2