Archive for December 2009

Storage Container Art

When you have kids, storage containers can’t be far behind. They are a simple system that can help them to stay organized in their rooms and play areas. Let the kids in on the act so they can learn that staying organized can be fun.

Winter Snow Globe

How to Make a Winter Crafts Snow Globe
By Patricia Jensen
Snow globes are great for any occasion or holiday, simply by changing what you use to create your scene. Just let your imagination run wild!
For example, make a harvest scene for Thanksgiving, a ghostly haunted house for Halloween, a red Valentine heart or colorful Easter/Spring [...]

No Sew Quilted Ball Christmas Tree Ornament

By Shelly Hill
If you are looking for a way to use up a lot of your little fabric scraps, these no-sew quilted ball tree ornaments are quick and easy to make. I went out to my local craft store and found the Styrofoam balls currently on sale, 3 for $1.00.

Winter Preschool Crafts

4 Easy to Do Winter Crafts For Preschoolers
By Jennifer Dobson
Break free of the winter doldrums with some hands-on crafting fun geared toward preschoolers. Rare is the child who does not delight in glue and paint, so snap on the smocks and get started. The four easy winter crafts below will keep preschoolers occupied and learning [...]

Salt Dough Ornaments

If you are looking for some fun and inexpensive crafts to do this
Christmas, making ornaments with salt dough is a good choice.
Basically, with salt, flour, water and some decorations you can make
beautiful ornaments to give as gifts to family and friends.