Every one of my kids has loved The Very Busy Spider, and it's one I've never bored of reading. The story is about a little spider that spends her day working away, spinning a web. Throughout the day her animal friends come along and invite her to stop working and play with them. But instead of ditching out, she keeps spinning away. She finishes the web at the end of the day and her hard work pays off when she catches a fly in her web. Very Busy Spider Web Supplies: paper plate … [Read more...] about The Very Busy Spider – Spider Webs
Spray Painted Patriotic Banner
The 4th of July sneaks up on me every year. I always try to wait to decorate for a holiday until the beginning of the month of that holiday, and well, 4 days isn't a long time to enjoy red, white and blue decorations. If you're like me and haven't decorated yet, or even if you have, this banner comes together really quickly thanks to painters tape and spray paint so you can get it done and hanging before today is over! Supplies muslin fabric painters tape red spray paint blue … [Read more...] about Spray Painted Patriotic Banner
Red, White and Blue Bike Decorations
Patriotic Bike Decorations Decorating bikes for the 4th of July is such a nostalgic thing for me. There is something small town America about kids weaving create paper through their spokes and riding together. I shared these Red, White and Blue Bike Decorations on Oriental Trading and have shared how to make Patriotic Bike Flags and a printable banner for bikes in year's past. You can download this blue USA Banner from Oriental Trading. I also made a red version that you can download … [Read more...] about Red, White and Blue Bike Decorations
Patriotic Italian Sodas
Italian Sodas are a favorite any time of year, but they are especially yummy in summer. Opt for red colored flavorings and patriotic straws for a Patriotic Italian Soda to enjoy while you watch fireworks. If you are unfamiliar with this creamy drink you can read more about it here. Once you have the ingredients on hand, you'll find a lot of occasions to serve up this kid friendly drink. If you decide to serve them this weekend, I created a patriotic printable you can download … [Read more...] about Patriotic Italian Sodas
Pineapple String Art
Hello! I'm back with this month's Michael's Makers challenge. July's challenge is to share a current trend in the crafting/decor world. From tie-dyeing to lettering to tassles, pom poms and even unicorns, Michaels has everything you need for the latest and hottest DIY trends! Â I combined two trends I'm loving and combined them together to create a pineapple string art! Years ago, I learned that pineapples are a sign of hospitality and prosperity and I have loved them ever since. I've … [Read more...] about Pineapple String Art