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Be the Artist: Making Nostalgic Memories with Ephemera

June 21, 2021June 20, 2021Lisa Tate

Ephemera is something created to be temporary. Use some of the these old paper items to create some memories from a another universe.

Be the Artist: The “Big Picture” of Diptychs and Triptychs

June 6, 2021June 5, 2021Lisa Tate

One idea behind diptychs and triptychs is to look closer at smaller parts of a big picture. Try it with supernatural tales and ghost stories.

Leaf’d Box Subscription Boxes and Education Kits: Follow-Up, Almost Three Months In

June 3, 2021June 2, 2021Jenny Bristol

See what we thought of the Leaf’s gardening subscription boxes after the plants had a chance to grow for a while.

Making All Things New With Cricut Maker

June 2, 2021June 1, 2021Sarah Pinault

GeekMom Sarah meets a familiar hobby in new ways with the Cricut Maker, and all things vinyl. Taking the next steps in the world of smart cutting machines, what will she cut next?

Be the Artist 2021 Is Coming to Enhance Your Artistic Word Power

May 29, 2021May 28, 2021Lisa Tate

This summer’s Be the Artist combines word power and art appreciation with some fantastic projects based on artistic terms and techniques.

2 Five-Minute Hair Accent Ideas Inspired by Warrior Women

May 24, 2021May 23, 2021Lisa Tate

Take on the world this summer with some easy clip-on hair accents inspired by Marvel’s Gamora and DC’s Mazikeen.

Make/Play/Watch/Read: The Humble Paper Airplane!

May 22, 2021May 21, 2021Evil Genius Mum

May 28 is the unofficial national day for the humble paper airplane. Soar high with our Make/Play/Watch/Read ideas any design.

Make an Easy Pool Noodle Monster Portal Craft

May 16, 2021May 15, 2021Lisa Tate

It’s almost summer and halfway to Halloween. Try this easy family craft that would be fun for both seasons.

Toft Minis: Everything is Cuter in Small Packages

May 11, 2021May 10, 2021Sarah Pinault

Continuing crochet adventures with British brand Toft, this time in miniature. Puppies and Geckos and Badgers, oh my!

Get Your Baking on with ‘Star Wars: Galactic Baking’ by Insight Editions

May 4, 2021Dakster Sullivan

May the Fourth be with you on this Star Wars Day of 2021. Today we look at Insight Editions’ latest baking book ‘Star Wars: Galactic Baking’!

Make an Easy Kid-Friendly Collage Inspired by Pixar’s ‘Soul’

May 2, 2021May 1, 2021Lisa Tate

In honor of Pixar’s ‘Soul’ winning Best Animated Feature of 2021, here is an easy collage celebrating its groovy, jazzy animation styles.

Preview of LEGO Products for the First Half of 2021

April 6, 2021April 5, 2021Jenny Bristol

Check out some of LEGO’s newest products for the first half of 2021.

Leaf’d Box Subscription Boxes and Education Kits: Perfect Garden Starters for Families

March 29, 2021March 29, 2021Jenny Bristol

The Leaf’d Box Subscription Boxes and Education Kits are a fun, packaged way to introduce edible gardening to your kids. It’s a perfect family activity.

Three Easy Small Painting Ideas that Result in Big Fun

March 24, 2021March 23, 2021Lisa Tate

Here are three easy small painting ideas for all ages that prove cool ideas can fit into even little spaces.

TOFT: A Crocheted Survival Mechanism

March 17, 2021March 16, 2021Sarah Pinault

Need something to cuddle, or just ready to take your crocheting up a notch? British company TOFT has got you covered.

Easy Doodling and Drawing Special Effect for All Ages

March 16, 2021March 15, 2021Lisa Tate

Any age and level of artist can try these simple doodling and drawing ideas that result in some impressive “special effect” results.

5 Unique Artists and Crafters to Follow on Instagram

March 6, 2021March 5, 2021Lisa Tate

I went on Instagram to share my work, but I also found many unique artists and crafters whose work I wouldn’t have otherwise known existed.

Easy Paper Jewelry Inspired by ‘Demon Slayer’

February 23, 2021February 22, 2021Lisa Tate1

Make easy jewelry using lightweight watercolor paper inspired by the anime series ‘Demon Slayer’ and traditional Japanese games.

DIY ‘Lucifer’ Inspired Angel Wing Specimens

February 13, 2021February 12, 2021Lisa Tate

Who needs Cupid? Try these DIY angel wing specimens inspired by the ‘Lucifer’ Netflix and graphic novel series.

Easy ‘Cobra Kai’ Inspired Candy Holder Crafts

February 7, 2021February 6, 2021Lisa Tate

Make these easy ‘Cobra Kai’ inspired candy carrier gifts for your karate fan this Valentine’s Day or anytime at all.