Posts in category arts and crafts

‘Tis the season where I think I have plenty of wrapping paper… ’till just before I need to give someone a present and go to unroll …

Whitney Cecil’s Baltimore studio space houses an antique letterpress, work tables, and … play space. Complete with a ‘busy board’ created by her husband with …

The first time I spent Thanksgiving with Pat’s family in Chicago, I woke up to a smorgasbord of … candy. Sure, there was a turkey …

Every November, I find myself looking for ways to teach my kids about gratitude. In the past we have drawn or written about things we …

Want a fun + easy way to spread the idea of thankfulness through your house? Create a thankful photo garland! It’s a fun project the …

When life — err Halloween — gives you an abundance of candy… make candy mosaics!  That’s right. All of the bright colored candy in your …

Halloween mania is in full swing at my house! There is a constant chatter from my kids about costumes, trick or treating plans, pumpkins, parties …

Every October, my kids start their fall collections: colorful leaves, acorns, chestnuts, seed pods, pinecones and the like. They all fill their pockets every time we …

One of our favorite outdoor activities is going for a walk in the woods. These easy to make binoculars are the perfect addition to a hike, …

Have you been enjoying our summer craft series? Then you definitely want to join us for next Thursday’s (cool) downtown family date night at The …