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  Are you ready to spruce up your living space this spring? If yes, I have an easy and inexpensive DIY project for you. We will use one of Dollar Tree's mini clip photo frames to create a mini spring display that will complement your existing spring decor. This fun craft project can also be added to a tiered tray.  I'll provide you with a full list of materials below. Materials needed Mini clip photo frame Acrylic paint Decorative floral napkin  Mod Podge  Paintbrush Optional paper flower embellishment/magnet for hanging on the refrigerator Letter stamps and stamp ink pad Scissors Step One: Applying Paint to the Photo Frame Start by taking a paintbrush and applying paint to the frame. I chose to paint my frame white. It took me about two coats of paint to give it complete coverage. Set your frame aside and let it dry. Step Two: Cutting the Napkin Use scissors to cut out any floral designs from your napkin that you want to use in your design. I cut a few leaves and mi...

Are you about to throw away an empty tissue box? Wait a minute! Join me in a fun and eco-friendly craft project where we'll transform it into a beautiful display for your favorite Spring flowers. We'll be using artificial flowers, but the best part about this project is that we will reuse an item instead of throwing it out. This is a simple upcycling craft that requires just a few materials. Let's create a simple design using the tissue box and showcase those lovely Spring flowers. Materials One tissue box or tissue tube (I'm using the Kleenex canister style) We will be creating a faux pot Artificial spring flowers Acrylic paint Paintbrush Optional-Wooden bunnies (Purchased at Dollar Tree) Mod Podge  Decorative tissue paper Hot glue One craft knife- This tool is for cutting tissue tubes. If using a tissue box, there is no need for a craft knife. Scissors Foam block Cutting the tube If you're using a tissue tube, start by taking a craft knife and removing a portion ...

Hey! Let's create a cute and simple Springtime beehive wooden plaque decoration using just a few materials. Easy DIY Springtime Wooden Beehive Decoration Materials One wooden beehive decoration Wooden oval piece Scrap wood or wooden rectangle section Mod podge-optional Acrylic paint Faux Floral Hot glue Paintbrush Wooden letters Adding paint to the wooden decoration Start by applying your paint to your wooden beehive decoration. I used yellow and black paint for this. After you allow your paint to dry, you can add a layer of Mod Podge over your beehive decoration. I decided to use my Mod Podge that has glitter in it. Adding paint to wooden letters Next, take your black paint and apply paint to your wooden letters. I decided to paint the letters black, and I used a smaller paintbrush and added yellow dots to my wooden letters. Adding paint to oval wood and rectangle wood section After, apply your black paint to your rectangle wood and oval wood sections. Attaching your wood sections...

Hello and happy spring to everyone! We have been busy getting ready for spring break, and this week we will be attending some events for the kids. Over the weekend, we made a few simple crafts that were so much fun and easy to create.  Below, you will find a list of the materials needed and the steps to create this simple craft. Enjoy reading! Materials needed Paper plates (I purchased these from Dollar Tree) String- Any will do. I used some leftover gift bag string Scissors Jewels/Gems (I found this bag of butterflies at Dollar Tree) Clear tape Hole puncher (I used my flower punch out) Creating your Spring hanging decoration This craft is pretty much hands-on for children. If your child is not yet using scissors, you can help with this first part.  Using scissors cut out the middle of the paper plate.  Once you do this step, take your clear tape and apply it, covering the middle area of the plate. You will want the sticky side of your...

First, start off by picking up an event calendar from your local library. This will help you find free events in your area. Some libraries even provide a magazine for your local area that has events, and programs listed. Also, you can search the Internet for free events in your area.   Attend a free event for kids at your local library. Set up a picnic at the park Watch a movie outdoors Fly a kite on a breezy day Play at the playground Visit the nature center, and go on a mini hike Create a blanket fort Make dinner together Enjoy an evening playing board games Enjoy some stargazing Attend a free museum day in your local area Go on a bike ride Paint outdoors. Set up an area outside with paintbrushes, paint, paper, and water. Just enjoy the sunshine and create art.  Go on a treasure hunt Create some crafts   Create some sidewalk art with chalk Splash in some water.- Set up sprinklers and enjoy or visit a splash pad Blow some bubbles Enjo...

Learn how to create simple and beautiful decorations that will bring a fresh and vibrant feel to your space with these three easy DIY spring decor crafts. 1. Spring Wooden Heart Wreath With Flowers Materials needed: - Wooden heart (or any design you prefer) - Silk flowers (any type will do) - Hot glue (or any adhesive you prefer) - Gems (optional) - Lettering of your choice (I used a letter stencil) - Paint (I used white paint for my letters) Instructions: 1. Take your flower pieces and glue them around your wooden heart. 2. You can add some gems to a few flowers for extra sparkle. 3. Next, design the lettering of your choice using a letter stencil. 4. Finally, paint your letters with the paint of your choice (I used white paint). That's it! Your beautiful DIY craft is complete.  2. Flowery Spring Birdhouse To create a colorful birdhouse decoration, you will need paint, flowers, and glue.  First, paint the birdhouse in your preferred color and let...