Fall Fun: Math with Nature
This is our son's idea. We enjoy going for walks and collecting items. Here are a few things you can do with some of your autumn finds. Materials Found nature objects (leaves, pinecones, acorns...
Fall Fun: Canning Lid Wrapped Bracelet
Re-use a canning lid (perfect for a small wrist!), using this popular trend. Materials Canning lid (the ring portion) Embroidery floss Beads Needle Threader (optional) Directions Knot...
Fall Fun: Fingerprint Place Cards
Who doesn't love to get their hands in paint! This activity lends a personal touch to a Fall or Thanksgiving dinner celebration. Wouldn't this be a nice touch for the kids' table? This activity was...
Fall Fun: Pumpkin Cake Topper
We are always looking for ways to re-use objects that we might have. We wanted to take these styrofoam balls that we were given and turn them into something festive for Fall. Materials Styrofoam...
Fall Fun: Chocolate Bar Covers
Make a fancy (and funny!) chocolate bar cover for someone special! Last year we were inspired by the idea of using bandages to make a mummy to cover a chocolate bar for Halloween and we wanted to try...
Fall Fun: Child’s Writing Thanksgiving Banner
Make a banner to last from year to year, that captures your child's writing. We included a simple version of two popular types of banners. (You could also purchase a blank banner kit from a craft...
Fall Fun: Braided Fabric Headband
As mentioned, our daughter has started to like headbands. This is a "twist" on a 80's classic (you know the kind-- from work out videos...), using the autumn colours of rust and...
Fall Fun: Traced Leaves- Wall Hanging
Inspired by our traced feather bookmarks, we wanted to create various projects using traced leaves. We incorporated some of our other found treasures- pinecones and a branch. This is a perfect activity to...
Fall Fun: Woodland Animal Gift Card Holder
Give thanks to someone with this cute little gift card holder. Materials Felt Fabric scissors Fabric glue OR sewing machine/thread OR embroidery...
Fall Fun: Traced Leaves- Making a Stencil
A bit of autumn fun that focuses on how to make and use a stencil. Materials Leaves Cardstock Scissors Paint Sponge or brush Masking tape Shallow tray Pencil/ Eraser "Wood" contact...