I know we are all trying not to use Styrofoam these days but occasionally it can’t be avoided. So when I spotted this great math teaching tool made from them I thought that it looked like a great way to … Read More ...
Great collection of easy Father’s Day personalized gifts
I can’t tell you how much I love this idea! It could not be any easier and boy would my Dad laugh every time he pulled one of these golf balls out of his bag! Pop on over to the … Read More ...
Grow cups of grass and add funny family faces
Looking for a fun project that will change everyday and quite possibly guarantee a smile? These silly face photos I bet would be a fun project first to do with people and then the planting next. Waking up each day … Read More ...
Great collection of ways to use PVC pipe in unexpected ways
Kids only use these types of plastic riding toys for a short time. They can get sun bleached if they stay out in the sun. I am part of a Freecycle list on Facebook and these types of toys get … Read More ...
How to make star magic wands
I feel like I need a magic wand right now….I wonder why that is? So I thought I’d look around for some inspiration and I ran across this fun tutorial that features recycled sticks from the yard, some hot glue … Read More ...
Fun and pretty collection of recycled egg carton crafts
If you have egg cartons have I got cute crafts for you! Over at the blog This Grandma Is Fun there is a great collection of recycled egg carton crafts. Lots of animals and flowers with some other fun … Read More ...
Lots of easy activities made with stuff from around the house
I never thought you could make a game with a laundry basket but check out this easy way to make a giant version (sort of) of the game operation. Looking for lots more easy and fun ways to entertain the … Read More ...
Some rainbow themed ideas with box decor
What I first liked about this photo is the boxes on the wall that were like floating pretend spaces that you could fill with all sorts of elements to make art or for kids to play pretend games like tv … Read More ...
Fun game with stuff you have on hand
Looking for a fun game to play without having to get anything more than what you have already in the house? Why not try this game that all you need is a glass, toothpick, tissue, rubber band and some dice. … Read More ...
How to make a recycled cardboard easel
If you get a lot of stuff shipped to your house (or you know someone who does) this fun recycled cardboard box easel may be just the project you would like to make with those recycled boxes. I bet they … Read More ...
How to make a wire maze sculpture
This is meant to be a kid’s activity but I am so going to make this with a recycled wire hanger. I want to make it so I can add random items as I find them. Pop on over to … Read More ...
You will be over the rainbow with all these fun St. Patrick’s Day crafts
The top image features a rainbow of colored paper to create a coin toss game that would be great for a St. Patrick’s day activity or even a Unicorn themed birthday party. I would make it with recycled tp tubes. … Read More ...
Upcycle a ball paper lantern into a Toy Story party decoration
I think the Little Green Men or LGM from Toy Story are my favorite characters. Something about then is so darn cute. So when I spotted this idea for upcycling a green ball paper lantern into one of Little Green … Read More ...
Cute clothespin puppets and pompoms
This project combines two of my favorite things-clothespins
and pompoms. Drawing cute faces is one of my New Year’s Resolutions and here is a fun motivation to make some and then play with them. Pop on over to the … Read More ...
Frugal Easy Last-Minute Valentine’s Gift
This easy Valentine’s Day craft project only costs a whopping $0.50 and not surprisingly, it’s an upcycled project. Valentine’s Day is a nice holiday, but after the Christmas rush (and exhaustion), you want to keep it simple. Since this is … Read More ...