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3 No-Sew Ways to Upcycle Old Tshirts

Whether or not you’re ready to admit it, summer break is fast approaching – the kids are home and you’re going to have to think of a million ways to entertain them over those long, drawn-out weeks! But...

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Repurposed Paper Crafts for Spring

Finally the brutal Winter is receding and Spring is forthcoming! The most hopeful season will bring us beautiful flowers, bright colors, warm sunshine, and the glorious smell of Spring. This time of...

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10 Edible Crafts for Fall & Winter

With the housekeeping, the kids, and the plethora of holiday events, it can be hard to find time to decorate or celebrate the holiday seasons in your home. It’s fun to do things here and there to...

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Crafts with Old Christmas Cards

Erika Wassall, the Jersey Farm Scribe here with a few ideas for…   Crafts with old Christmas Cards   Well, Christmas is over. It’s always a bit of a bittersweet feeling after the holidays, isn’t it?...

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Salt Dough Conversation Hearts Valentine Craft

If you’re like me, you’re already thinking of fun Valentine Crafts to do with the kids.  We like to give a special Valentine vs. the traditional paper card that usually gets thrown away rather quickly....

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Valentines Day Craft Ideas

This post is brought to you by the Dollar Tree. 3 Valentines Day Craft Ideas February 14th is fast approaching! Children are already looking forward to all the games, candy, and fun that go along with...

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Personalized Clip Board Teacher Appreciation Gift

Teachers play such an important role in the lives of our children.  Have you ever heard the quote “It takes a big heart to help shape little minds”?  I know that so many teachers from my childhood,...

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5 Ways To Reuse Greeting Cards

Today, we’re talking about how to reuse greetings cards! Often, greeting cards are pretty and sometimes even handmade and they are just far too nice to drop in the recycling bin.  Thanks to these top...

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Journal Ideas: How to Fill the Pages

Do you have any blank journals waiting to be filled? Have you been meaning to start a record of your thoughts and experiences, but just haven’t found the motivation or consistency? Maybe you have...

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DIY Instruments For Kids- Imaginative Kids Rock Band

Kids love to play instruments.  Of course you may not want to pay an arm and a leg to get an instrument for your kid, nor should you when they are still too young and may not care for it properly. All...

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Crayola Kit For DIY Window Clings

We love DIY projects and crafts at my house. I use them as both fun projects to keep the kids busy when I have things to get done and as fun projects we can all work on together. I especially like it...

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Chinese Paper Lantern Craft

When I was in fourth grade, I went to a Chinese American school.  It was a lot of fun and I learned about the Chinese New Year.  The date varies a little each year but this year the Chinese New Year...

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DIY Outdoor Planter Boxes Tutorial- Great Patio Decor

This is a step-by-step tutorial for DIY outdoor planter boxes- great patio decor! Spring is here and summer is on the way. Everything just seems more colorful and brighter during spring and summer. So...

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Mechanic’s Metal Washers Christmas Ornament

Erika Wassall, the Jersey Farm Scribe here with an easy, handmade metal washers Christmas ornament that’s a great kid project and makes a great gift for Dad or any men on your list!   Mechanic’s Metal...

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How To Make Soap For Kids – An Easy DIY Gift

DIY Soap for Kids is an easy way to create something fun for your kids to scrub with in the tub! They will enjoy having an animal soap to use. For those kids that might not enjoy bath time, this is the...

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Easy Spring Craft: Make Paper Butterflies

This fun paper butterfly craft is a favorite craft for any child. With few supplies and no glue or tape, this easy spring craft is perfect for even the littlest of crafty kids! Something I really love...

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Valentines Day Craft Ideas

This post is brought to you by the Dollar Tree. 3 Valentines Day Craft Ideas February 14th is fast approaching! Children are already looking forward to all the games, candy, and fun that go along with...

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Spring DIY Home Decorating: Bird Wall Art

Spring has finally sprung!  I think it may have taken so long because I kept forgetting to put away the last of the wintry decorations.  I finally swapped out the last of them this week and the warm...

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How To Make A Dream Catcher In 3 Simple Steps

My mother moved to New Mexico when I went to college and she sent me a dream catcher.  Right away I love the idea of the dream catcher (to catch bad dreams) and I also loved the aesthetic. When Giuroiu...

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Adorable DIY Photo Banner Tutorial- Holiday Home Decor

I am so excited to share with you an adorable DIY photo banner tutorial today. It was easy to make and the materials were mostly things I had around the house.   Your photos really personalize the...

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