Category Archives: Arts & Crafts

Preschool Carpentry 101: How to Build a Birdhouse

Posted on July 31, 2014 by Kim McCoy

Today started out as a lesson in the basics of carpentry, and it spontaneously evolved into building a birdhouse. I initially set out some wood, nails, screws, screw drivers (one flat head and one Phillips), and a hammer. Then I … Continue reading →

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Homemade Father’s Day Gifts

Posted on June 13, 2014 by Kim McCoy

Zander and I discovered some lovely colored canvases on sale for 60% off at Michael’s this week, and we decided to use one for one of Alex’s Father’s Day gifts. Alex is far too busy to ever read my blog, … Continue reading →

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Crayon Heart Toddler Valentines

Posted on February 9, 2013 by Kim McCoy

Today, Zander and I made homemade valentines that were inspired by–OK, outright copied from–Chef Messy’s fabulous blog. They were time-consuming, but super easy to make and so much fun. Plus, the results were absolutely precious! Here’s how we did it: … Continue reading →

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Zander’s Tent + Window Valances

Posted on April 3, 2012 by Kim McCoy

I made this tent (and wrote this blog) back in February, but I somehow inadvertently forgot to hit “publish,” so here you go, better late than never. I am pleased to add that not a day goes by when Zander … Continue reading →

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Arts & Crafts Organization

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Kim McCoy

I started this post almost a month ago, and it somehow got lost in the shuffle and was never published. That’s OK, as it’s really just a compilation of photos taken during the process of organizing Zander’s arts and crafts … Continue reading →

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Homemade Finger Paints – Mess Free!

Posted on February 12, 2012 by Kim McCoy

Today was one of those days that needed a little something extra. We needed to do something creative! So while Zander was napping, I cruised Pinterest (my new-found addiction) looking for some quick and easy ideas that wouldn’t require a … Continue reading →

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Glow-in-the-Dark Stars

Posted on January 18, 2012 by Kim McCoy

Today’s craft project was a hybrid between last week’s failed and successful sun catcher attempts. Materials used: Elmer’s clear glue, glow-in-the-dark star-shaped beads, silver thread (which we strung through one bead to use as a hanger), and the plastic lid … Continue reading →

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Glass Gem Sun Catcher – part 2

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Kim McCoy

Yesterday’s project was a huge success!! The glue was already dry by this morning, so we added a suction cup to the back of the frame… … and then we hung it in the window! It’s grey and dreary outside … Continue reading →

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Glass Gem Sun Catcher

Posted on January 12, 2012 by Kim McCoy

Today was exhausting. For reasons completely unknown to me, Zander woke up at 5:30 am and was fully alert, which meant no “sleeping in” for this mama. The good news is that even though I was tired (understatement), I opted … Continue reading →

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Sun Catchers – EPIC FAIL (well, sort of)

Posted on January 11, 2012 by Kim McCoy

Earlier this week, Zander and I decided to make pony bead sun catchers, inspired by some adorable ones made by Play at Home Mom, except that we decided to put a fun twist on it and make ours glow-in-the-dark sun … Continue reading →

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