We figured all it needed was a little upcycle lovin from us and it would be beautiful once more. Out of 24 gorgeous,rich colourswe were able to select three (it was a hard choice!) and we picked these beachy, coastal-inspired ones: Cathedral Taupe, Champness and Bedford. Fusion mineral-based paints are a durable premixed paint line with a built-in primer perfect for any painting needs. With a warm damp cloth we removed all dirt and dust from the dresser....

Color recognition is an important skill that young learners need to practice. One way is to practice through hands-on activities that are fun and engaging. Store them in a bag in a cool, dry place like a drawer or cupboard. Place the oats in a freezer bag and add some food coloring. Adding a half to a tablespoon of vinegar can help cement the colors. end the bag and shake vigorously until the color is spread throughout the oats....

Act out The Eensey Weensey Spider with this Dramatic Play Set craft. They will have a great time as they work on the grip that helps when writing! Our friendAnnashares step-by-step directions to make your own set. To make this craft, you will need: Step 1Cut out the pieces of the Dramatic Play Set. If using the black and white set, color the pieces. Step 2Attach the sun cutout to one side of a clothes pin....

Several times a week I find myself picking up papers off the floor that have fallen from the fridge. It seems I just dont have enough magnets to hold up all my important papers. I bought a small pack of ceramic magnets from the craft store. Each individual magnet is really inexpensive but has a lot of strength. After looking through my collection of rocks, I chose a handful to use for my magnet craft....

The prices were reasonable with discounts for multi-orders and free shipping on orders of $50 or more. Linen is made from the natural fibers of the flax plant. Linen was thought to be used as currency in ancient Egypt as well as wrapping for mummies. How to make the Linen Napkins: 1. Wash the linen before using as it will shrink a bit. Iron out while its still damp. Trim the frayed edges....

We were quite excited as they were listed as new, but they ended up being quite outdated. Stop by theLemon Thistle Blogwhere were sharing how we upcycled one of the frames from ick to rustic.

Gather your art supplies to make this beautiful craft for Valentines Day. Our friend Caroline shares the step-by-step directions. Step 1: Make a big heart out of red construction paper. Draw a smaller heart inside. Step 2: Cut out the small heart. (Decorate the small heart and give it to your Valentine!) Step 3: Glue a piece of wax paper (also known as oven paper) inside the heart. Step 4: Tear pieces of tissue paper and glue them onto the wax paper....

Im suddenly very excited! I know that inside that box is the100% pure wool yarnJane and I ordered from Topsy Farms. Happy, naturally-raised sheep. Photo credit: Don Tubb and Topsy Farms, Ontario. In researching Canadian sheep farms we quickly foundTopsy Farmsin Ontario. What particularly stood out was their focus on sustainability and ethical standards in wool production. Their sheep are raised as naturally as possible, without growth hormones and on pesticide-free lands....

Here, she shares the Foaming Snowmen experiment they did together. I used this recipe forFoaming Snow Doughfrom our friends Fun At Home With Kids. After introducing myself to the students, we had a brief discussion on weather and temperature. We also discussed the experiment and the ingredients we would be using. Ingredients for our foaming snowmen. As each student mixed, they counted to 20, and then gave the bag to their partner....

Recently, our friendAnnashared this fun activity to go along with the Im A Little Snowman song. It was a big hit with her students, we hope your kids will enjoy it, too! Note: This post contains affiliate links for your convenience. Step One:Make the parts of the snowman with construction paper. Or use felt to make them last longer. Make enough sets so that each student, or pair of students, has their own....

Here are five other ways tore-purpose your old frames.

Our friend Caroline ofPaper Cat Englishrecently shared this origami craft to go with the Who Took The Cookie? Try making these paper cookies with your students or kids. First, gather all of your supplies. Youll need square paper, scissors, glue, and embellishments. You could also use crayons or markers to decorate the cookies. Fold the paper in half to make a triangle. Fold it in half again to make a smaller triangle....

Not only was it a rare aqua green colour, but it was perfectly shaped like a heart! Weve never seen anything like it before and are not likely to again. Over time, with the help of the kids, we collected quite a few heart-shaped rocks. We were originally thinking of using them for jewelry (which we still might). you’re free to also check out our how-to video below. HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN HEART OF STONE NAUTICAL DECOR WALL HANGING Supplies:...