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Easy Pine Cone Bird Feeder
We have so much fun every winter, feeding our backyard birds. With our harsh winters, we love giving them a boost to carry them through the season. Although we have several different feeders, we wanted to try making one ourselves. We were able to create a beautiful and natural feeder to add to our collection using a pine cone and a few other additions. Supplies: Pine Cones Natural Peanut Butter Bird Seed Twine Birds that stay through the cooler months appreciate having natural peanut butter to help in their fat…
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Easy Solar System Necklaces
Our study of the solar system would not be complete without a simple craft to remind us of what we had learned. By studying and painting each planet, the girls were able recall the different planetary features we had read about. Crafts and activities can often cement ideas and discoveries into our memory banks like no other method. Supplies: Twine or String Scissors Wooden Beads (Assorted Sizes) Watercolors and Paint Brushes Sealant Solar System Book (or reference website) After studying each planet and it’s characteristics, begin painting a wooden bead…
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Easy Paper Snow Cloud Craft
Today, we are sharing an easy yet adorable recycled paper craft. When the clouds in our sky are not producing snowflakes, we turn to these cuties to brighten our day! SUPPLIES: Brown Kraft Paper (we used what we found in a delivery box, the more wrinkled the better!) Hole Punch Chunky Yarn Fork Scissors White Crayon Start by doubling up your paper and cutting out your cloud shape. Any size will do, little clouds hung on doorknobs are adorable and giant clouds hung on the wall are gorgeous too! Next,…
