25 clever ideas to make life easier - StumbleUpon Via: amy-newnostalgia.blogspot.com Why didn’t I think of that?! We guarantee you’ll be uttering those words more than once at these ingenious little tips, tricks and ideas that solve everyday problems … some you never knew you had! (Above: hull strawberries easily using a straw). Via: apartmenttherapy.com Rubbing a walnut over scratches in your furniture will disguise dings and scrapes. Via: unplggd.com Remove crayon masterpieces from your TV or computer screen with WD40 (also works on walls). Via: athomewithrealfood.blogspot.com Stop cut apples browning in your child’s lunch box by securing with a rubber band. Via: marthastewart.com Overhaul your linen cupboard – store bedlinen sets inside one of their own pillowcases and there will be no more hunting through piles for a match. Via: realsimple.com Pump up the volume by placing your iPhone / iPod in a bowl – the concave shape amplifies the music. Via: savvyhousekeeping.com Re-use a wet-wipes container to store plastic bags. Via: iheartnaptime.net
Handprint Easter Basket Craft for Kids : Easter Crafts Ideas for Kids : Keepsake Easter Arts and Crafts Projects for Children: Bunnies, Easter Eggs, Baskets, Chicks, and other Easter Activities Home > Arts and Crafts Projects for Kids > Easter Crafts for Kids > Handprint Easter Basket Craft Idea for Kids Here you will find an adorable Easter craft idea for your kids. Not only is it super fun to create, but it will also become an Easter Keepsake. Handprint Easter Basket: Easter Crafts for Your Children If you like the way the above Handprints Easter Basket looks, then take a look at the easy instructions below to make one just like this with your child. (1) Tape or Glue (2) Crayons, Markers, Glitter, Etc 1 – Gather up your child or children and have him or her sit at the table. 2 – Cut out at least 8 hands, depending on the size of your child’s handprint. 3 – Get out a brown piece of construction paper or craft foam. 4 – Cut out a slit in the basket, this is where the eggs will go. 5 – Line up your handprints to make the handle. 6 – Once you have all your handprints laid out, tape or glue them into place. 8 – Tape or glue your eggs into the basket. Easter Basket Crafts for Kids
Making a Cardboard Christmas Tree Interested in an eco-friendly alternative to a Christmas tree? Want to expand your recycling efforts? How about making a cardboard Christmas tree? Not only will you have a unique tree, but the making of it will be a fun activity for the whole family. Solutions Read and rate the best solutions below by giving them a "thumbs up". Craft Project: Recycled Cardboard Christmas Tree Last year I made this Christmas tree by recycling used corrugated cardboard. Approximate Time: 4-8hrs Supplies: Cardboard Lights Acrylic paints Cutting tools Drill Hot melt glue White glue Support post Paint brushes Instructions: Cut tree sections from cardboard. Paint tree as shown. Make globes and candy canes out of cardboard. Turn on lights and enjoy! Editor's Note: Remember to turn the lights off at night or have them on a timer. Craft Project: Cardboard Christmas Tree Our 2009 Christmas tree. Approximate Time: 2 hours I took a cardboard box and made it as big as possible. Enjoy! By Becca from Clarksville, TN
40+ Easter Crafts & Ideas to Inspire If you're new here, you may want to join us on Facebook or Google +. Thanks for visiting! Welcome to Easter Craft Ideas Round Up! Click here to subscribe Or join us on Facebook ! Easter Decorations & General Easter Crafts Baby Sock Egg Cozy My my my, I think these egg cozies are ADORABLE. x Knitted Egg Cozies As you know I do love a bit of Knitting and Crochet. Easter Lambs Egg Cups How cute are these Easter Lamb Egg cups? Woolly Sheep The Inadvertent Farmer came up with this cute woolly sheep craft – a bit like a lacing activity, I think young hands would enjoy the “wool winding” part of this idea. Bunny Finger Puppets Aren’t simple designs, simply the best. Easter Finger Puppets Hear are some more adorable Easter puppets. Juggling Chooks How about some “juggling chooks” – well you don’t have to juggle with them, you can have them as pretty decor, or you can play bean bag toss like we did! Would make a lovely gifts too! Egg Candles Use your empty egg shells to make candles! Make Your Own Chalk Yep.
1000 Awesome Things | A time-ticking countdown of 1000 awesome things by Neil Pasricha Footprint Ducklings Things are still getting back to normal around here from our busy week and weekend so I thought I would share another one of our favorite projects from Just For Fun. We'll be back to work tomorrow! 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 101 Green Home Decor Tutorials - remodelingtherapy.com Pin It Having a beautiful home doesn’t need to leave your bank account in the red…GO GREEN! These fabulous and frugal green home decor tutorials are the best way to decorate while being eco-friendly! There’s a little something here for any style home. Don’t throw away that old suitcase, those wine corks or extra paint sticks…create something beautiful! You can decorate your whole home with recycled materials! If you love creative ideas for you home, please subscribe to Remodeling Therapy. Here’s a little something to help with giving more green gifts… Check out this great list of Green Handmade Gift Tutorials before you head out on your next shopping trip. Feel free to share this with all of your friends…the world needs more green!!! Care to share a green idea??? ~Kim
Window Silhouettes We had so much fun making these window clings —–the possibilities for seasonal and everyday decorations are endless. You will need a roll of clear contact paper, paint brushes, paint (we used acrylic), fine sandpaper and masking tape. First cut a piece of contact paper from the roll. I cut squares about 5″ x 5″ because that was about the size of shapes I knew I would be cutting. Take a fine piece of sandpaper and lightly sand the shiny surface of the contact paper where you will be painting. Wipe off any dust. Since we are often VERY messy when we paint I taped a piece of wax paper to the table. Paint onto the contact paper square. Allow the painting to dry completely. Once the paint is completely dry take another square of contact paper the same size as your painting and peel off the paper backing. Trace around any shape of your choosing. Cut out the shape Carefully remove the paper backing. Once you are finished stick your silhouettes to your window from the outside looking in Have fun!!
101 Green Handmade Gift Tutorials These crafty green gift tutorials are going to make you recycle, reuse, upcycle or repurpose like never before…you’ll see. Whatever you want to call it, going green is the way to go! There’s a little something for everyone and I know you are going to find the perfect gift for your neighbor, brother, mother, sister…you get my drift…there are 101 tutorials here, people!!!! They’re not just ideas and pretty photos, but these links will lead you on the path to creating fabulous green gifts that are simple and require minimal supplies. You might need to grab a few extra recycling bins, but it’s worth it! If you’re looking for Green Home Decor Tutorials, don’t miss the end of the post! Why spend a ton on gifts when you can go green??? If you love creative links, please subscribe to Everything Etsy! Thanks so much for all your tweets, stumbles, Facebook likes and pins on my 101 Simple Handmade Gift Tutorials and Free Printables posts…you are the coolest crafty friends! ~Kim Hooked on Tutorials?
Magazine Mini Basket This photo originally appeared in FamilyFun Magazine Total Time 1 to 2 hours Ages school-age A tisket, a tasket: this colorful basket is created from strips of recycled magazines. Fill your container with shredded scrap paper for a greener take on Easter grass. by NAOMI SHULMAN What you'll need Magazine covers Ruler Scissors and craft knife Clear tape Helpful Tip: Younger kids might find it easier to make the base from card stock, which is a bit sturdier. How to make it To make the base, cut a 9-inch square from a magazine cover.
s Top 50 Mom Craft Blogs of 2012: did your fave make the cut? We've updated the list: To view 2013's Top 50 Mom Craft Blogs, click here! Who isn't something of a DIY enthusiast these days? Whether your interest (and aptitude) is more Martha Stewart (the queen of "from scratch") or Sandra Lee (the princess of "semi-homemade"), Babble's 2012 list of the 50 best mom craft blogs has something for everyone. DIY doesn't just give you inner satisfaction; it can save you money on everything from your children's wardrobes to baby shower gifts, all while making them that much more special. This is Babble's second annual compilation of the craftiest blogs on the block.