The Little Seed's Blog Posts Tagged 'crafty wednesday' (44)

What on earth are you supposed to do about all those cardboard toilet rolls? Of course you could just throw them in the recycling bin OR... you could turn them into beautiful butterflies! This simple and fun craft idea transforms trash into a treasure!…

“It had long since come to my attention that people of accomplishment rarely sat back and let things happen to them. They went out and happened to things.”…

Believed to trap bad dreams in it's webbing, letting only the good dreams come through...the dreamcatcher is a beautiful symbol that's used all over the world. Don't we all wish we could keep the nightmares far away from our little ones? Create this beautiful dreamcatcher with your kids and ensure only the most magical dreams for them…

Whether at the tide pools or aquarium, starfish are always a site to see! They are fascinating creatures...able to regenerate their arms if one is lost, move around using tiny "tube feet", can live up to 10 years, and even have little eyes at the end of each arm! How cool is that?

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Ahoy there! You might not be in the Caribbean but that doesn't mean you can't pretend to be a pirate...and what's a pirate without a flag! 

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Black construction paper…

One of summer's best activities is a trip to the aquarium! Everyone loves the dolphins, seals, and manta rays but what about the jellyfish! Although they are slimy, stingy, and sometimes scary (if you get too close), they sure are magnificent to look at from a distance or from behind thick glass! Today's craft is a perfect way to end a fun day at…

There is nothing better than watching children transform a dull gray sidewalk into a colorful work of art! Let their imaginations run free with this all-natural homemade sidewalk paint! It's safe for the little ones, the lawn, and the environment! How cool is that?…

Whether you have a pool or not, everyone seems to have one of these funky pool noodles laying around the garage or backyard somewhere! Grab it and start crafting! Here's a fun way to transform that old noodle into a marble race track, no pool required! Hours of fun guaranteed!…

Can you believe chalkboards are now considered "old school"? It seems like just yesterday we were sitting in the 5th grade classroom smelling the chalk dust and occasionally hearing that awful screech! Well, chalkboards are now so "old school" they are cool! Those dusty blackboards, that many of us despised, are making a…

If you're anything like us, you have a reusable water bottle that you carry with you everywhere you go....but sometimes you forget it and have to buy a bottled water while you're out and about! Well no worries because you can turn that plastic bottle into the coolest craft project ever...Maracas! Here's…

What kid doesn't love an animal mask? We sure can't think of any! Here's a cool way to recycle unused paper plates and give the kids a fun little craft to do!

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There is nothing cooler than having your child's artwork hanging around the house! Here's a project that you will want to hang on the living room wall, not the refrigerator! There is something about these canvases that brings the artist out in anyone!…

With graduation season in the works, we thought a time capsule craft would be a perfect addition for your child. It's wonderful to start teaching your child to envision where they want to be, while remembering where they once were. So grab that old mason jar and some mementos and let's get started!

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So Mother's Day is this Sunday and we have got the craft that will melt her heart! It involves more thinking than doing, but it will definitely be a mom's favorite present. So get thinking about all the memories and ways you love your mom....

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colored paper…

Mother's Day is fast approaching this Sunday and we thought.... what better way to touch a mother's heart than by their child's hand print?! This is not only a fun activity that the kids will actively engage in, but it is sure to leave a lasting memory for years to come. So grab some paint, a smile and let's get started!…

Need a fun project this weekend? Want a creative way to spend quality time with the kids? Turn your family room into an indoor camp ground. It sounds complex and messy when we put it that way, but we assure you it's easier and a lot more fun than it sounds! This is the perfect opportunity to be creative, make memories and spend time as a family. All you have to do now is…

Our favorite holiday is this Sunday... EARTH DAY.... and we have got a craft that compliments its motto: reduce, reuse, recycle. Our Tin Can Garden will reduce environmental contamination, as well as reuse and recycle coffee cans that are generally thrown away. So get your kids, paints and old coffee cans for a day filled with fun and…

Let's be honest.... everyone loves bubbles! Kids and adults alike cannot get enough of them. So make this a fun activity and create some homemade bubbles of your own with the kids. They will definitely be thrilled for this project, we can't even wait to get started...

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It's easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of life. Family time may unintentionally get bumped to down on the to-do list, and it becomes more important than ever that your moments together are quality.

Early Fall is the perfect time of year to plant your seeds of love - or more specifically, a tree. The idea may seem overwhelming at first, but…

We are so excited about our newest idea for our window display.... we have to share! Check out this amazing quote by Leonardo da Vinici we found and drew on with eco friendly paints! This gave us the amazing idea to put on our own mirrors and windows at home - to remind us the beauty in mother nature. Feel free to post quotes you love…