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Crafts for all ages. Easy and simple to do.

Nativity Craft – Easy and Inexpensive

Phyllis I often work with a whole group of kids and whatever the project, it needs to be both easy, fun, and inexpensive. This Nativity Craft works well with a group of elementary kids because it fulfills those exact requirements … Continue reading

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DIY Gift Bags

DIY Gift Bags are fun to make, easy to use and delightful to receive! They make gift-giving even more special when it’s in one of these cute DIY Gift Bags! Kids can make them, too. It is a wonderful classroom or individual project. Continue reading

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Wood Slice Snowman and Pumpkins DIY Craft

Phyllis Easy for kids to make!! 2 decorations in 1! Reversible! The Wood Slice Snowman and Pumpkins DIY craft is an easy, inexpensive, and fun DIY craft for adults, yet, it is adaptable and simple enough for kids, too! I’m … Continue reading

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Easy Fall Wreath

Phyllis First, cut out the center of a paper plate. Make sure it is a sturdy one; not flimsy! You want it to hold its shape so you can hang it! Next spray paint the plate with a dark brown … Continue reading

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Shadow Box Ornaments

Don’t throw away those little jewelry boxes! They make such cute Shadow Box Ornaments. Use both the lid and the actual box for these 3-D ornament scenes. Continue reading

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Seashell Nativity Craft Project

A fun Seashell Nativity project. Using an Abalone shell as a base, add combinations of additional shells to make a Nativity scene. Continue reading

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Recycled Cereal Box Christmas Trees

Save those cereal boxes! These Recycled Cereal Box Christmas Trees are completely made from cereal and other small cardboard boxes. (such as crackers and mac & cheese) Turn them into beautiful Christmas decorations that are totally low cost! Continue reading

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Favorite Color Day – “Blue”

I do summer camps with my grandkids. If that sounds like more work than you can do, plan a special Favorite Color Day with your grandchild. A favorite color day can be done any time of year. Continue reading

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DIY Best Nativity Crafts

The following is a round-up of many Nativity crafts that you can make with your kids or grandchildren, to give as gifts, or hang on your Christmas tree. I’ve included a couple of my own posts here as well. There’s a total of 35 wonderful ideas for Nativity Crafts! Continue reading

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Baby Jesus Ornament

The birth of our Savior, Jesus, is what Christmas is all about. This little Baby Jesus Ornament reminds us of that wonderful event. Continue reading

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