Over 27 DIY Easter and Spring Wreath & Door Decorations
You might think that Spring is a long way off, but it’ll be here before you know it. I, for one, am so ready for some Colorful Spring and Easter Decor. Lately, I’ve noticed some adorable Easter and Spring wreaths in my Pinterest feed. Let me tell you, these DIY wreaths are the cutest things I’ve ever seen! I can’t wait to make one and hang it from my door. The problem is…choosing only one! Come on in and you’ll see what I mean…Here’s Over 27 DIY Easter and Spring Wreath & Door Decorations ...
read moreEasy DIY Flower Pen and Terra Cotta Pot Craft for a Valentine’s Day Gift
This craft is my new favorite Valentine’s Day Craft. I would be so happy if one of my kids came home and presented me with this adorable flower pen with it’s own Terra Cotta Pot holder. I can’t wait to show you the “how to” on this Easy DIY Flower Pen and Terra Cotta Pot Craft for a Valentine’s Day Gift I love the simple – fun and done – crafts! If you are planning on doing this with little ones (maybe third grade and younger) …want to do a couple of steps in advance. The difference...
read moreMake a Valentine’s Candy Dog for a Fun Kid’s Craft and Treat
It’s a craft and a snack all in one! This Valentine’s Candy Dog is almost too cute to eat, though. I don’t think I could pull it apart. My kids on the other hand – most likely won’t have a problem devouring the Hershey Kisses and the Smarties. Come on in and I’ll share my “how to” on Make a Valentine’s Candy Dog for a Fun Kid’s Craft and Treat It’s too cute to eat, right? At least that’s what I thought. Of course, my 8 year old showed no restraint whatsoever when ripping...
read morePhoto Memory Game for Kids, Teens and Adults! Fun and Easy Holiday or Anytime Game
This is the one! It gets a unanimous vote from all of my kids as the most fun game that we played last weekend. If you want to see your kids work together for a common goal instead of bicker with each other like they did over Christmas break…play this fun game. Come on in and I’ll show you how you can play this Photo Memory Game for Kids, Teens and Adults! Fun and Easy Holiday or Just For Fun Game – this weekend. You can really transform this game for any setting. It’s a great one for Valentine’s Day (which is...
read moreMake Sugar Ornaments With the Kids for a Fun Winter or Christmas Craft
I love craft recipes. It’s so much fun to play in the kitchen with the kids. This craft doesn’t require any cooking, so you can make it just about anywhere. With a couple of simple ingredients, you’ve got yourself a Fun Sugar Ornament to hang on the Christmas tree or from the window sill for a Happy Winter Decoration. Come on in and I’ll show you the “how to” on Make Sugar Ornaments With the Kids for a Fun Winter or Christmas Craft Use any cookie cutter to create any shape! This is so much fun and easy to...
read moreDIY Mason Jar Snow Globes for a Winter Craft – Christmas Craft – OR – Christmas Ornament
I’m cramming in one more simple craft before Christmas is upon us! You probably won’t have time to pull the ornament together before Christmas. Really, this could take you into the winter season, and make them into ornaments for next year. Just make the scene inside the mason jar into a cute little snowman with kids or a simple winter landscape scene and Voila’ – you’ve got a simple winter craft. Some of our Mason Jar Snow Globes were used as ornaments. Some, the kids just wanted to put on the window sill to...
read moreMake A Cute Santa Claus Out of A Coat Hanger! – Easy Kid’s Craft for Christmas
This was such a fun craft to make with the kids. I love that the hanger doubles as a – well – hanger! Just place it on a door knob and enjoy the Christmas Cheer he brings. Come on in and I’ll share my simple “how to” on this Make A Cute Santa Claus Out of A Coat Hanger! – Easy Kid’s Craft for Christmas Here’s What You’ll Need for this Make A Cute Santa Claus Out of A Coat Hanger! – Easy Kid’s Craft for Christmas A white wire hanger White stockings – I found knee high...
read moreMelted Jolly Rancher Ornaments – A Fun Christmas Craft
Lately, I’ve been trying to carve out some time to make these Melted Jolly Rancher Ornaments with the kids. I saw the idea in a craft book last fall, and I’ve been dying to experiment with it. Finally, last weekend, I had the supplies and the time to make my Jolly Rancher Ornament dream come true! The kids and I had so much fun seeing the different designs made from the candy. We were so impressed with the ornaments that we made two batches. I learned a lot about this craft idea, and I can’t wait to share the “how...
read moreAdorable and Easy DIY Turkey Coloring Cups for the Kids at the Thanksgiving Table
This is that time of year where Thanksgiving is coming faster than I’d like it to and Christmas is right around the corner. I still have so many Thanksgiving ideas to share, but I also need to get a jump on Christmas ideas. Today, I had to decide whether to share a Thanksgiving or Christmas craft. Thanksgiving is the winner! This Adorable and Easy DIY Turkey Coloring Cups for the Kids at the Thanksgiving Table is too cute not to share with you all. I love it so much! Come on in I’ll share my simple “how to”… I...
read moreA DIY Melted Snowman and Candy Cane Salt Dough Ornament Idea and Recipe for Christmas with Kids
Oh my goodness. I have found my new favorite craft recipe. Salt Dough is so much fun! Last weekend, the kids and I made a couple of different ornaments with salt dough and I can’t wait to share the recipe and the “how to” on our Melted Snowman and Simple Candy Cane Ornament. Come on in and I’ll share A DIY Melted Snowman and Candy Cane Salt Dough Ornament Idea and Recipe for Christmas with Kids Here’s a Basic Salt Dough Recipe: You’ll Need: 2 cups of flour 1 cup of salt 1 cup of water Instructions: In a...
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"Keeping it Simple, because who has time for complicated?" Hi! I'm Melissa, a mom to 4 cute little rugrats, a Volunteer Field Editor for "Taste of Home" Magazine where I review and create recipes, a former elementary school teacher, and the owner of Kid Friendly Things To Do. This is where I love to share all things fun and simple for the whole family (with kids in mind) - Recipe Creations, Crafts, Game Ideas & Fun Foods for Holidays and Special Occasions. Please, come on in... 
