Hello fellow Crafting Chicks. I’m Michelle from Michelle Lea Creative. I’m so sad that the summer has went by so fast. Our family moved cross country in June and I feel like I’m still catching up and learning how to wean myself off of my gps…. which means, I’ve ended up lost a few times… but that’s ok. Can you believe it’s almost time for Back to School. Target is stocked up with school supplies and my daughter has been begging to start her shopping. I wish that I could keep my babies home all … [Read more...] about Back to School Printable
Back to School Notebook Cover Printable Coloring Page
Hey, y'all! Bethany here from Pitter & Glink today. I'm excited to be sharing a fun back-to-school activity with you and your kids. I'm a teacher, so it's no surprise that I've had a life-long love of school supplies. When I think of "back to school," that's what comes to mind first: school supplies. There's just something about getting brand new pencils, pens, and notebooks at the beginning of the school year that takes a little bit of the sting from summer vacation coming to an end. Today … [Read more...] about Back to School Notebook Cover Printable Coloring Page
Pencil Topper Puppets
Back to school time can be so stressful. These pencil topper puppets will add a touch of fun to the back to school routine ! And they are fun to make!! First thing to do is grab the pattern for cutting out the pieces... Once you have printed and cut the pattern pieces you are all set to trace them onto your felt. I found this adorable felt bundle at Target. It is stiff and a great size to work with, plus there are so many colors!! Trace the various pieces onto the felt. The … [Read more...] about Pencil Topper Puppets
Beach Ball Donuts
Hi there crafty friends! I'm Liz and I blog over at Liz on Call where I share easy recipes, crafts, free printables, gift ideas and simple parties. As a busy mom, I love this summer series here and I'm excited to be a part of it. Hearing I'm bored everyday all summer long can get a little annoying. So I appreciate all the ideas that have been shared so far. One of my favorite places to vacation is the beach. And really, any beach will do. The sun, the water and the waves are all I need. Luckily … [Read more...] about Beach Ball Donuts
Ice Cream in a Bag “Science” recipe
Hello, Crafting Chicks readers! I'm Laurie and I blog at Gallamore West, where I share cute crafts, fun little activities to do with kids, and sweet recipes. Summer is my favorite time of the year because I love having lots of time to spend with our four boys. One of my favorite ways to have fun with my boys is to do something fun while also sneaking in some learning (because I'm also a 1st grade teacher)! Making Ice Cream in a Bag is a really fun way to incorporate a mini Science lesson … [Read more...] about Ice Cream in a Bag “Science” recipe