Make some quick and easy bag tags or name tags using some craft foam, zip ties, shipping labels and this free printable template.
How-To
Recycled “Funnies” Bank
Repurpose a cardboard canister into a fun homemade bank with something silly to look at on the side.
Easy Homemade Giant Bubble Wand
Go outside and make a cheap bubble wand for your kids. You probably already have everything you need for this. They will love it.
Easy Vinegar Stained Crate
I added a bit of an “aged” finish to a plain wood crate with this easy homemade vinegar stain.
Agate & Brass Necklace
I spotted some pretty, chunky pink agate stone beads in Joann Crafts over the weekend and HAD to figure out what I could use them for. Paired with thick brass chain, I put together a simple but bold necklace that I’m hoping will work for summer and beyond.
Kid’s Busy Book
Do you need to keep your young child busy on a trip or car ride this summer? If you have a phone or iPad, of course there are lots of apps that are fun for kids to play, but give the computer games a rest now and then, and keep the kiddos busy with a simple notebook of printable activities tailored to their interests and skill level.
Retro Camp Art
Here’s a quick little project I did for fun using some neat retro images, a little mod-podge and some small blank canvases.
Vinegar Finish on Wood
Did you know you can “age” or “stain” wood with vinegar? I just found this out so I’ve tried my hand at it with some unexpected results.