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Rock Painting Craft That’s Actually Doodling On Rocks. Fun!
Here's a rock "painting" craft that doesn't involve painting. It's really just doodling on rocks. And as you can see, I had a great time doing this craft with my five year old. Though as it turned out, I loved it more than he did as you can see by comparing the quantity of rocks…
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Sprouting Sunflower Seeds Plus A Fun Scarecrow Craft!
Here's a fun indoor gardening project for the kids. Ever tried growing your own sprouts? And to make it even more interesting, you can craft your own scarecrows, fences, or sprout your sprouts in a recycled container that the kids have decorated. How about half a milk carton? The sprouting method we used here doesn't…
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Welcome To Craft Schooling Sunday!
Wow, wow, wow! Thanks so much to all of you who linked up last week, it was an amazing party, full of wonderful projects! And in fact I'm featuring just a few more than the ten that I usually limit myself to, because well, I just have to. And that is the good part about…
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Container Gardening: A Simple & Beautiful Garden in Hadera, Israel
Why is this container gardening? Well, first of all I don't have a gardening category, and second of all, I really love how my sister in law mixes containers into her simple yet lovely garden. She is by no means a gardener and they do not have a professional gardener. Drought resistant plants, an automatic…
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Simple Crocheted Striped Baby Hat Pattern
Using an F or G hook, and sport weight yarn, or the yarn and hook size of your choice. Main Color – color AContrast Color – color BSecond Contrast Color – color C With Color AStart with a magic loop, or crochet a ring of 4 and join with a slip stitchRnd 1: ch 2,…
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A Simple & Sweet Crocheted Baby Hat.
A sweet crocheted baby hat/cap….and quick too. Make it in stripes to match a sweater or baby blanket that you've made, though of course it's great on it's own too! It's definitely worth the extra hour or so. I have to give my husband credit for this one, as it was his idea that I…
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Parsha Parenting: Learning About Rules
In this week's installment of Parsha Parenting, Eydl Reznik talks about rules and their importance. When one understands the importance of rules and the necessity in helping our children learn to follow rules, we'll never be tempted to bark another rule—we'll explain the rules with patience and love, which will result in turn, in children…
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Parsha Parenting: Parshas Mishpatim
“ Here it comes: rules, rules and more rules! Those parents are always giving us more and more rules. Really now, how many rules can a kid take?!” “ The law here in this country is really ridiculous. How can I get anywhere on time when I have to drive so slowly up these winding…
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A Simple & Sweet Crocheted Baby Sweater: The Granny Hex Goes Chunky!
Remember the crocheted granny hexigon baby sweater that I introduced last summer in beautiful cotton colors? Well here is that same baby sweater done in chunky yarn, for a winter weight garment that can be worn as a coat in the early Spring. I can't say enough times how amazing this pattern is, especially for…
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Make Care Tags For Your Handmade Gifts!
Don't you think it's a great idea to include a care tag with the next handmade gift you'll be giving? After all that time and effort, it certainly makes sense to let the recipient know how to care for their gift. Be it sewn, knitted, crocheted, or anything else that might require washing. And even…
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Welcome To Craft Schooling Sunday!
Thanks for stopping by Craft Schooling Sunday! Hope you'll enjoy learning a little about my favorite projects from last week, and taking a peek at what reader's have contributed this week. And please don't be shy if you have something to share! I just love this little doily garland, from Anne Marie, simple and sweet.…
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A Fun Winter Fruit Arrangement That Kids Can Make!
As you can see, kids can make fun arrangements or centerpieces using citrus fruits and dried fruit! And then Mom can complete the look with a large arrangement of her own, and wow, what a great combination! It's so easy, and doesn't really require an explanation right? I'll just add that the orange and pomella…
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Slice Of Life: The Almond Trees This Year On Tu B’Shevat…..
I would love to show you how beautiful the old almond trees look when they're in bloom, usually just around Tu B'Shevat, but this year they are running a bit late, and probably won't be showing their delicate pink blooms for another few weeks! So I thought I show you a few photos of how…
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No-Sugar Whole Wheat Fruit Cake—Delicious!
No sugar, that is sugar-free, with no added sweeteners, whole wheat fruit cake….a healthy alternative to well, you know, that regular sugar and oil laden cake that tastes good but isn't very good for you! You are joining me on the quest for healthier eating right? You'll feel so much better, believe me! One small…
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Simple Nature Craft For Kids: Making Pictures With Leaves
Here's a fun nature craft with leaves, and hopefully a creative one that will help your little ones think "out of the box" just a bit? And even my kids (who have become very selective crafters…boo hoo, guess they're a little burned out?) enjoyed doing this one! And just in time for Tu B'Shevat, which…
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Rolled Rag Flowers and Fabric Ribbons: Last Minute Centerpieces!
Ever made these rolled flowers from fabric scraps that seem to be everywhere? Me neither, but there's always a first time! And there's a story here I thought I'd share with you. If you decide to let the world know (and even your neighbors who have never seen your website) about your crafty tendencies, just…
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Welcome To Craft Schooling Sunday!
Welcome to Craft Schooling Sunday, it's great to be back! I sure missed this weekly source of inspiration, and the first party was great, full of so many wonderful projects, as well as a bunch of new faces! I think you'll agree with me when you see my picks for the week. This milk carton…
