What better way to celebrate garden-to-table eating than growing, harvesting and giving fresh herbs? This is a great project because it’s easy, useful, delicious and teaches us all about the gifts of the garden. Jump in! Materials and tools: Healthy,…
Give this American-flag themed dessert a try! This project is super fun because you get to: Learn how to make whipped cream Learn how to make Bavarian cream (yummier than whipped cream??) Use a pastry bag (squirt stuff out…
This is an easy recipe for kids and anyone not in the habit of baking bread. Plus, dads get to put their own twist on the recipe by choosing the beer that goes into it. You’ll love this easy baking…
It’s camping season! Make mini-smore muddy buddy mix with the easy recipe: No fire required. Have fun with the messy-not-messy step of shaking a paper bag full of chocolate and sugar! Turn them into memorable gifts–maybe even with your name…
Calling all dog-loving kids! Jump into this recipe to make your own dog treats. You can use them to make dog friends, human friends or even find a summer job or two. Read on to learn how. Materials and tools: …
Here’s a project parents and kids will love doing and MOMS will love receiving! Super fun ingredients, texturally and visually Kids gain a sense of accomplishment with their beautiful products Mom gets the gift a relaxing bath Materials and tools:…
Know someone who could use the gift of self-care and relaxation? You’ll love making these bath bombs – here’s why: Easy to find ingredients Super fun, texturally Scent and color them to your liking Save a few for yourself Materials…
A hopeful gift to celebrate St. Patrick’s day and springtime! Seed balls give seeds protection and help seeds stay moist until sprouting. Ready for a change of pace after a long winter? Here’s why you’ll love jumping into this end-of-winter…
Kids can make their own energy bars from their favorite nuts, dried fruit, seeds, and spices. Kids (and teens) of all ages will love this project. Why? This fully customizable recipe will suit the preferences of even picky eaters. It’s…
You’ll adore this easy craft project. Here’s why: Use your handiwork to cover bowls or to wrap food or to-go snacks. Easiest ironing ever. No sewing. Work with wax, which smells nice and behaves differently than any other craft material. …
There’s no better time to get your kids baking hamantaschen than when they’re still kids! Why? Such a yummy recipe is sure to motivate kids. Baking reinforces skills like reading, following instructions and hand-eye coordination. Kids can take pride in…
Learn how to make marshmallows–make them heart shaped, just in time for valentines day. A few reasons to LOVE this Valentine’s project: Learn how to make marshmallows at home Explore flavorings like mint extract and rose water Melt hearts with…
A super easy craft idea for a non-sugary valentine’s gift. Like this, but with heart shaped labels and classic Sweetheart candy messages. Are you falling in love with this simple and sweet Valentine’s project? Oh, let us count the ways: No…
Ready for a fun beginner’s sewing project? Here are three reasons you will love this one: Make just one, or jump in and make many! Use almost all of your materials (not a lot of leftover fabric) Turn these crafts…
Record a few polished musical pieces to give to friends and family. Have fun designing your own CD label. This is a super fun project for young musicians. Here’s why: Be inspired to practice and polish a few pieces Have…
Fun handmade envelopes are personalized with address labels to create a one-of-a-kind gift: an envelope kit! Here are five reasons to love this project: Easy and quick to learn Inexpensive materials (old magazines and junk mail with brightly colored images) …
Dried bananas are super yummy and easy enough for kids to do! Package them up to turn them into sweet treats for friends. Read on for a project that can: Keep your kids busy Use up those spotty bananas on…
Here’s why you might want to help your kids make butter: Keep your kids busy Reinforce skills like reading, following directions and hand eye coordination Increase kids’ confidence in the kitchen Develop kids’ relationship with culinary herbs End up with…
Kids can make their own play dough and even mix their own colors! Package them up with a sweet label and give them as gifts for seasonal holidays or birthdays. This project is totally worth the effort. Here’s why: Keep…
A recipe for fun! Teach your kids how to cook Reinforce skills like reading, math, science, following directions, and hand-eye coordination End up with inexpensive gifts Hoping for some help with gift giving this holiday season? Wrangle your kids into…
