Make Craft Time a Family Time: Simple. Fun. Connected.

In a world of high tech gadgetry everywhere you look (iPods, flat-screen computer monitors, mp3 players, personal DVD players and the like) I sometimes yearn for the good old days when a coloring book and some crayons made me a pretty happy camper. While we can't change the … [Read more...]

Science and Art with Kids: Green Grass Paint

Editor’s note: The following post was originally published on Green and Clean Mom. “Green & Clean Mom can inspire you to try a little harder, be a catalyst for change and to offer you some new tips and news on how to be the green, sexy and sassy mom…I know you are!” Using … [Read more...]

Valentines You Can Feel Good About: Recycled Cards for All Occasions

I've mentioned before that we aren't big into Valentine's Day around this house. That said, we aren't fun killers either and our children do fully participate in the Valentine fun at school. (I'm the Mom signed up to bring a fruit tray to the party... any ideas on making a super … [Read more...]

Crafting with Re-Purpose, Re-New and Re-Joice in Mind

I confess: I am a craftaholic. Yes. It's true. [Just ask my wife and she'll tell you ALL about it.] The strange thing is, I don't limit myself to just one 'craft' or medium. I run the whole gamut. From fabric to fiber to paint to rubber stamps to card-making ... the list … [Read more...]

Crafting with Organic Cotton Yarn

There are lots of great items you can make using organic cotton yarn. These washcloths are just one option. Other items include dishcloths, makeup removers, pots-and-pan scrubbers (a great alternative to sponges) and coasters (to keep your coffee table dry). My aunt is a … [Read more...]