Henri Matisse (1869-1954) and his Cut-Outs: Fine Motor Skill Practice

We will do this by creating our own Matisse Cut-Out masterpiece. Got older kids that want to join in? This activity caters for a range of ages. He was one of the leaders spearheading the Fauvist art movement. This was the 20th centurys first avant-garde art movement. Though this movement only lasted five year it pioneered a change in thinking about colour. Colour was not given to use in order that we should imitate nature....

December 6, 2018 · 3 min · 428 words · Robert Rollins

How to Make a Tree Skirt for Christmas

Well show youhow to make a tree skirtthat youll proudly display every year. All opinions are our own. Also, this post contains affiliate links for you shopping convenience. you could read ourfull disclosure statement here. Weve partnered withCanvas Etc.to select this gorgeous, versatilered velour materialfrom their fabric collection. Canvas Etc is a growing online fabric supply store. Or upload your own! Tree skirts typically come in two sizes: the standard size is 48 and the larger size is 60....

December 6, 2018 · 2 min · 262 words · Ricky Hinton

DIY Peekaboo Cat Christmas Puppet

Ready to make a puppet of the Peekaboo Cat that can really play peekaboo? Heres another version of the Peekaboo Cat puppet all dressed up for Christmas! 1.Print out the template.With a glue stick glue the template onto to the bristle board. Cut out the cats body and its arms. This template includes two sets of arms so that Peekaboo Cats sleeves can be double-sided. Sandwich them together during this step....

December 5, 2018 · 1 min · 174 words · Scott Tate

Glittering Snowflake and Monogrammed Rock Crafts with the Cricut Maker

And now with our new Cricut Maker, weve discovered a whole new world of rock crafting possibilities! All opinions are our own. Read ourfull disclosure statement here. Whenever we have a chance to head toour family cottagewe take it! One of our favorite things to do on the beach is collect rocks, driftwood and seaglass. Rocks especially make wonderful little canvases for all kinds of projects. Moreover, weve even used rocks to make earthyfridge magnetsand minimalistwall art....

December 5, 2018 · 2 min · 225 words · Diana Owens

Postpartum Care: from any point after having baby whether newborn or adult…

Have you just had a baby? Maybe theyre already off to college! Here are a few tips to help you get back into shape after giving birth. Here is another jot down of pelvic floor exercisewhere you need a chair to sit on. verify your feet do not touch the floor. Sitting on the edge of a stool or higher chair let one leg hang off. Imagine your pelvic floor has the hands of a clock on it 12, 3, 6, 9....

December 4, 2018 · 2 min · 293 words · Rhonda Flowers

Owl and Star Paper Plate Wreath

Supplies: Start by painting a paper plate blue. Some kids will love using a paintbrush; others may like a foam paintbrush. A cotton ball can also be a good painting tool. Young kids may even prefer to use their own fingers. Draw Star on yellow cardstock paper and cut it out. Use a black marker to draw the eyes and mouth. Draw Owl on brown cardstock paper and cut it out....

December 3, 2018 · 1 min · 128 words · Cindy Martinez

15 Dollar Store Organization Hacks That Will Save You $$

HomeOrganization This post may contain affiliate links:full affiliate disclosure. Use cheap organization ideas with Dollar Tree items and save a ton of cash! These dollar store organizing ideas will keep your home neat and organized! Especially, if you have a starter home or a not-so-spacious apartment. Youll need smart space-saving hacks to make your life simpler. As daunting as that sounds, its actually a Dollar store trip away. For instance, did you know that you dont have to buy jewelry holders?...

November 30, 2018 · 5 min · 941 words · Ashley Jones

Spinach Feta Phyllo Cups

Same ingredients, just a different presentation. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F Squeeze out all excess moisture from the defrosted spinach and reserve. Heat oil in a saucepan and add onion, spinach, parsley and dill. Cook on high for 2 minutes until onions soften. Combine the cooled spinach mixture with feta, eggs and salt and pepper. Cut into 8 equal squares/rectangles (this all depends on how the phyllo is packaged)....

November 30, 2018 · 1 min · 185 words · Lindsey Clark

DIY Christmas Surprise Ball

Looking for some fun DIY Stocking Stuffer ideas? Need a little hostess gift, or something for your childs favorite teacher? Weve got you covered with our Christmas Surprise Balls! Use this step-by-step as a rough guide to making your own version at home. Tape the end of the streamer to the biggest item and start wrapping. Once all items have been wrapped in the ball. You could also roll the ball on the table a little to help shape it into a circle....

November 29, 2018 · 2 min · 249 words · John Brown

How to Make a Gift Bag for Christmas with Cricut EasyPress 2

All opinions are our own. Read ourfull disclosure statement here. Cricut is currently in Michaels in Canada, and is coming soon to WalMart and Costco. We used the beautifulNordic Sampler iron-on vinyl packfor this project. Can you believe I was able to find matching geometric Christmas tree wrapping paper to coordinate?! By the way, remember to secure your scrap pieces of wrapping paper formaking resin jewelry with gift wrap. Cut the individual shapes into separate sheets....

November 28, 2018 · 2 min · 258 words · Tina Chan

Three-dimensional Christmas Tree Cookies

We have just the thing for you. Do something different this year and create some 3D Christmas tree cookies. Your kids will love them and they will bring wow factor to any food spread or cup of tea! As always share your makes on social media and tag us so we can see them! Dont forget to follow us onTwitter,Instagram,Pinterest, andFacebook! Contributor Original content 2018 Super Simple. Not to be reprinted without express written permission....

November 28, 2018 · 1 min · 77 words · Christine George

The Super Simple Show: Music and Dance

From the womb to birth music has a place to play. Babies can hear and respond to music playing outside the womb. Playing music and singing to premature babies aids their development. Even babies that arent premature are soothed by singing. From personal experience, we sang the same song to my youngest daughter since she was born. She is two this month and this lullaby still holds great calming power for her....

November 27, 2018 · 3 min · 605 words · Brandon Jones

Making Meal Time Fun & Appealing

Do you have a picky eater on your hands? Is it tough to get your child to eat their vegetables? They may throw the food they dont like on the floor or refuse to eat it all together. Their behaviour, sleep and school performance may all be affected as a result. Try creating a plate of fruits and vegetables in a variety of colours. This will not only stimulate your childs brain but also, hopefully, their appetite!...

November 26, 2018 · 1 min · 145 words · Carlos Singh