Category Archives: Art and Craft Ideas

Hama Bead Christmas Tree decorations

Posted on November 7, 2015 by ofamily

Yes we have actually started making Christmas tree decorations. It was not planned by me but my daughter asked for some new Hama Bead patterns to follow and she choose two Christmas themed patterns from the Activity Village website. Activity … Continue reading →

Large African Animal picture by kids

Posted on November 4, 2015 by ofamily

My daughter loves painting colouring pages. She likes using “simpler ” colouring pages so she can add different colours for details and shadows. Often the pages end up having an abstract feeling about them but recently she did a number … Continue reading →

Posted in Art and Craft Ideas | Tagged africa, african animals, children's art, children's craft, free printables, home ed, homeschooling | 1 Comment

Firework pictures

Posted on October 27, 2015 by ofamily

We have been talking a lot about fireworks at the moment, mainly because my daughter hates the noise and because it is the season for fireworks so I am trying to prepare her a bit. I have been trying to … Continue reading →

Posted in Art and Craft Ideas | Tagged children's art, children's craft, Firework picture, glitter, STABILO 3-in-1, Twinkl | 2 Comments

Kids drawing on windows and sliding doors

Posted on October 10, 2015 by ofamily

No I am not totally crazy and yes I do let the kids draw on the windows and sliding doors IF they use their STABILO 3-in-1 pencils (they wipe off very easily afterwards). And if you have ever spent time … Continue reading →

Posted in Art and Craft Ideas | Tagged children's art, children's craft, drawing on windows, home ed, homeschooling, STABILO 3-in-1 | 1 Comment

Tissue paper pictures with trees

Posted on September 15, 2015 by ofamily

It is no secret my kids enjoy using tissue paper with their art. We have used it in a number of different projects and in a number of different ways and it has always been a hit. I have been … Continue reading →