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Pistachio Shell Wheat Grass Craft
Pistachio shells have always felt like a craft waiting to happen in my opinion! They are overabundant in this household and we are always looking for ways to put them to use. Sometimes we make fun little animals, flower shaped magnets or imitation succulents. Today we decided to create Pistachio Shell Wheat Grass, which we will display in a newly found antique bottle. SUPPLIES: GLUE GUN PISTACHIO SHELLS BAMBOO SKEWERS BOTTLE or vase for display The supply list is simple and the instructions are just as easy! This craft is…
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Easy Wildflower Seed Bomb Tutorial
We have been making “Seed Bombs” every spring for the last few years and thought we would share our easy and blender-free tutorial with you. “Seed Bombs” are usually made with recycled paper or clay and a mix of local flower seeds. The idea is that they can easily be tossed in a natural area in your yard and once they are hit with rainwater and sun, they will germinate! They also can be purposely planted in shallow soil and cared for as you would any other planted seed. The…
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Easy Needle Felting with Children
When I first saw a few needle felted items (small animals and foods) I fell IN love. The texture and whimsy that the wool adds is completely enchanting. I knew we had to give needle felting a try but wanted to make sure we could do it safely, as little fingers and needles don’t mix. Felting needles are not like regular needles, they have tiny barbs on one end. When the needle is stabbed into your wool roving, the barbs pull the wool in, but not back out again causing…
