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Sandpaper T-Shirt Transfers

Diane Homan — Sun, 07 Feb 2021 06:11:05 +0000

Make an adorable and unique t-shirt using crayons and sandpaper! This is one of those things you see and think, yeah, right. Sandpaper t-shirt transfers? Pinterest’s lost it’s mind again. Ironing sandpaper should not somehow create an adorable personalized t-shirt. But it does. This is the second time we’ve done this project, and the results...

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Ladder Stitch Friendship Bracelet

Diane Homan — Mon, 24 Sep 2018 12:00:27 +0000

This is the friendship bracelet for those who can’t do traditional friendship bracelets! This easy stitch takes just a minute to learn and creates a gorgeous two-toned pattern that will be the envy of all your friends. In elementary school, I was the kid who couldn’t make friendship bracelets. Maybe it was because my parents never...

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Exploding Popsicle Stick Bombs (Step-by-Step Tutorials)

Diane Homan — Mon, 03 Sep 2018 12:00:45 +0000

A combination of science experiment and just plain fun, exploding popsicle stick bombs are a low-prep and cheap way to keep those kids entertained. With step-by-step tutorials for 4 different bomb designs ranging from easy to difficult, you’ll be tossing bombs with the best of them! Why you want this activity: low-prep cheap engages kids...

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Pumpkin Spice Sugar Scrub

Diane Homan — Wed, 08 Nov 2017 13:00:31 +0000

Sugar scrubs are one of those DIY projects that are worth all the of the very few minutes you put into it. Awhile back, I did a rose sugar scrub made from my old Valentines flowers, and it has become a yearly thing. I love how smooth my hands are after using it, and I...

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Knitting Nelly/French Knitting

Diane Homan — Wed, 06 Sep 2017 12:00:53 +0000

These little devices go by a lot of names – Knitting Nelly, Knitting Nancy, Knitting Jenny, spool knitters, knitting dolls, and french knitting machines. The idea has been around forever, and it’s actually the easiest thing. You can make nifty yarn products without needles or hooks, with one simple little method. My nelly is made...

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Popsicle Stick Bracelets

Diane Homan — Wed, 22 Feb 2017 13:00:08 +0000

I feel like there are a few base craft items that anyone with kids should have hanging around their home. Popsicle sticks, foam, wiggle eyes, pipe cleaners, that kind of thing. You never know when the cold snap is going to hit, or when it’s going to decide to rain for a week, and it...

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Oatmeal Soap on a Rope

Diane Homan — Wed, 14 Sep 2016 12:00:29 +0000

This is another classic craft for my family. For a few years there, it seemed like at least one person got soap on a rope for Christmas. And it’s not a bad present. The soap feels great – the oatmeal and oil are soothing, and the scent of the soap is refreshing. This is also...

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Homemade Vanilla Oatmeal Bath Truffle Recipe (Easy!)

Diane Homan — Tue, 26 Jul 2016 04:40:00 +0000

With moisturizing olive oil and oatmeal and a scent boost from vanilla essential oils, these Vanilla Oatmeal Bath Truffles can turn bath time into a party for your senses! Why do you want this recipe? Super relaxing – The vanilla essential oils have a calming effect on the brain and reduce muscle tension. Moisturizing –...

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Cute as a Button Bookmarks

Diane Homan — Mon, 24 Aug 2015 14:00:08 +0000

A hair tie, a length of ribbon, and a button are all you need to make a super cute and extremely effective bookmark. This project is awesome – it’s easy enough for kids, and depending on your choice of materials, can be sophisticated enough for adults. I spent 5 years as an Language Arts teacher...

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Painted Jar Vases

Diane Homan — Wed, 05 Aug 2015 14:00:00 +0000

Need a quick centerpiece? Fancy up a recycled jar with a coat of paint and you're in business!

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