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Simple Preschool Craft: Fruit Cereal Rainbow

Quite some time ago, I showed off to friends this simple preschool craft.  It was so easy and yet so much fun for the kids.  You could use it as a jumping off point to teach colors, counting, and sorting.  I posted an image online and it was pinned on Pinterest.  Before I knew it, it was re-pinned over 30 times in just a few hours. I was surprised how many people love the idea.  As I was cleaning out some of our school stuff, I found the project and remembered how popular it was to friends and pinners alike.  … Continue reading →

Easy Solar Prints

Today’s wonderful sunshine reminded me of a fun craft project that takes advantage of a sunny day. Solar prints are easy, quick and fascinating. You’ll need to make a trip to an office supply store for blueprint paper. You can also buy it online at Amazon, or buy kits like the Solar Print Kit or the Sunlight Print Kit that do the same thing. When blueprint paper is exposed to sunlight it turns a rich, deep blue. While you are still inside, put your blueprint paper on a tray, or clip it to a clipboard. Arrange all kinds of objects … Continue reading →

Make Some Coasters

Most kids enjoy working on craft projects not only because it is fun to do but also because they get the opportunity to be creative. What makes crafts even more enjoyable is making things that others will actually display or use. You and your kids can make great coasters for your home, with designs that coordinate with your décor as well as coming up with other designs for holidays and special occasions. One simple style of coasters can be made from wide-mouth jar lids. Clean and dry the lids and trace them onto felt. Cut out the felt and glue … Continue reading →

Make Your Own Cup and Can Coolers

You should be able to find thin sheets of craft foam at any craft store or even in the craft or notions section of other favorite stores. It is inexpensive and easy to work with. You can use different colors to create incredibly simple yet cute cup and can coolers. This is a good project for kids to make during parties or picnics. Their drinks will not only stay colder longer, but they can also personalize their coolers to help them keep track of their drinks. No more wasted half-full cans of soda! Items needed: Craft foam Velcro strips or … Continue reading →

Simple Crafts from Paper Plates

Lady Bug Place one paper plate face down. Paint the back black. Turn the second paper plate face down and paint it red. When dry, cut it in half. Color black circles randomly on the red sections, or cut circles from black construction paper or felt and glue them on. Cut a larger square from another paper plate and color it black (or cover it with black felt or paper). Staple the circle to the top of the black plate. This is the head. Cut a black pipe cleaner if half and staple the pieces onto the head as antennas. … Continue reading →