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Easy DIY Kid’s Bag Tags

Posted on Tuesday, August 13, 2013 Leave a reply

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Make some quick and easy bag tags or name tags using some craft foam, zip ties, shipping labels and this free printable template.

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Recycled “Funnies” Bank

Posted on Monday, August 5, 2013 Leave a reply

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Repurpose a cardboard canister into a fun homemade bank with something silly to look at on the side.

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Easy Homemade Giant Bubble Wand

Posted on Wednesday, July 24, 2013 Leave a reply

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Go outside and make a cheap bubble wand for your kids. You probably already have everything you need for this. They will love it.

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Easy Vinegar Stained Crate

Posted on Tuesday, July 9, 2013 Leave a reply

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I added a bit of an “aged” finish to a plain wood crate with this easy homemade vinegar stain.

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Agate & Brass Necklace

Posted on Wednesday, July 3, 2013 Leave a reply

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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.

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Kid’s Busy Book

Posted on Tuesday, June 18, 2013 Leave a reply

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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.

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Retro Camp Art

Posted on Tuesday, June 4, 2013 2 Replies

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Here’s a quick little project I did for fun using some neat retro images, a little mod-podge and some small blank canvases.

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Vinegar Finish on Wood

Posted on Tuesday, March 19, 2013 Leave a reply

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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.

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