A Dollar Bill Butterfly is a nice shape for many gift giving occasions, and it’s easy to make. Because it is made with 2 dollar bill hearts it would be perfect for Valentine’s Day. The butterfly could be perched on the handle of an Easter basket. Or it could sit on a flower that is part of a bouquet. This butterfly could also sit on the front of an envelope … [Read more...] about Dollar Bill Butterfly
Mother's Day
Beat the Heat with an Easy to Make Fan
Here’s a fun, easy gift idea that even toddlers can make. Mom, Dad, or Grandparents will love having something made by their little one. And it’s perfect for hot weather. Older kids can get in on the act, too, and create their own masterpiece. Materials Small Cutting Board with Handle (I found mine at Dollar Tree) Sticker Book or Sheet Full … [Read more...] about Beat the Heat with an Easy to Make Fan
Rustic Basket
By Noreen Doll. Today I have a tutorial for this Rustic Basket on the Bowdabra blog. It's easy to make, and is created from a recycled cardboard box. … [Read more...] about Rustic Basket
Simple Basket
By Noreen Doll. This simple basket is easy to make, and has lots of uses. It can be used for any occasion simply by changing the color of paper used. The small baskets would be perfect favor baskets, or little nut or candy cups. The larger baskets could be filled with ornaments, a gift, or become a candy dish. The simple basket can be decorated … [Read more...] about Simple Basket
Quick Eyeglasses Holder
By Noreen Doll. A quick eyeglasses holder is an easy gift to make for Mom or Grandma. You can find pretty pot holders inexpensively at the Dollar Store or Target. This would make an easy beginning sewing project for kids. Supplies. Pot Holder Needle and Thread or Sewing Machine How to Make a Quick Eyeglasses Holder. 1. Fold the pot holder in half, … [Read more...] about Quick Eyeglasses Holder
Cheap Mothers Day Flowers
by Noreen Doll. You can make very nice cheap Mothers Day flowers. Buy a terra cotta pot and paint or decoupage it yourself. Or get an unusual container to plant a flower in, such as a large mug or teacup, or a pretty jar. Get a packet of mixed flower seeds and plant a few in the pot and give your Mother the rest to plant outside. Or buy a small flower to add to the … [Read more...] about Cheap Mothers Day Flowers
Craft Ideas for Mothers Day
by Noreen Doll. For most Moms, being with their kids and grandkids on Mother's Day is a great gift. These craft ideas for Mothers Day will be an additional gift Mom will appreciate receiving. Kids can help make many of these gifts. If your child is making a gift for Grandma, you may want him or her to make one like it for you, also. (Because you know you'll want one, … [Read more...] about Craft Ideas for Mothers Day
Easy Gifts Kids Can Make
by Noreen Doll. Unusual ideas for easy gifts kids can make for adults. With a little help from an adult, there are lots of easy gifts kids can make for adults. Presenting a photo frame he/she has made with the child's own photo is always a nice idea - particularly for a parent or grandparent. There are other good ideas for presents here, as well. Holly Jolly … [Read more...] about Easy Gifts Kids Can Make
Mothers Day Gifts for Grandma
By Noreen Doll. Mothers Day gifts for Grandma need to be extra special because Grandmothers are special. Grandmas have time to spend with a child in ways that Moms are often too busy for. They have time to listen. Grandmas can tell lots of stories about when they were little or when Mom or Dad was young. It's important for young children to be able to do … [Read more...] about Mothers Day Gifts for Grandma
Mothers Day Printables
By Noreen Doll. For Mothers Day printables you can find Mother's Day cards, bookmarks, candy wrapper and Mother's Day clipart. These Mothers Day printables can be printed out for kids to color or make for Mom. More fun Mothers Day coloring pages for kids to create. Mother's Day Coupon Book Print coupons for a Mother's Day coupon book. Frame A Mother … [Read more...] about Mothers Day Printables
Mothers Day Coloring Pages
By Noreen Doll. Using Mothers Day coloring pages is an additional way for kids to make something special for Mom - and something she will cherish. Print pages for kids to color for Mom, Grandma, and all the other great Moms who interact with your child. More great Mothers Day printables for kids. Mothers Day Coloring Pages There are lots of Mothers Day coloring … [Read more...] about Mothers Day Coloring Pages
Mothers Day Crafts
By Noreen Doll. Mothers Day is an important time because making Mothers Day crafts gives kids an opportunity to do something special for Mom. Because Moms work so hard taking care of their families, it's fun to do something for them. Here are great fun ideas for Mothers day coloring pages, cards, and other printables. These printables are great for classroom or … [Read more...] about Mothers Day Crafts
