Ok. The title says it all. So please buy my 3 awesome cardboard and duct tape craft books. End of Post.
Just kidding! (Apparently I'm much too wordy for a 1 line post.)
So grab a coffee or tea and let's chat.
Last June I shared that a publishing company contacted me about writing a series of cardboard craft books. (If you missed that post, or you just want to see a photo of our cardboard-filled garage, click here.)
Well, it's been almost a year since that post and tada.... the books are here!
Don't they look good enough to eat? Num num num num num.
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Saturday, March 31, 2018
Saturday, June 10, 2017
Clothespin People and Doodles
I needed a few clothespins for some crafts... but ended up acquiring a whole bunch more than necessary. They were just lying around, so I fiddled around and came up with a really fun, open-ended art project: Clothespin Doodles!
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Monday, November 6, 2017
Twirly Whirly Paper Snowflake Mobile (And our favorite snow books)
Is it a good time to make snowflake crafts with the kids? The answer to that question is always, "YES!" Snowflake crafts in summer, snowflake crafts in spring, snowflake crafts all time of the year is my personal crafting mantra.
Well, now that we've removed all the Halloween decorations (sob, sob) my son and I are starting to decorate our home for Thanksgiving and Christmas. While I've yet to find a good kids' Turkey craft that I like, I can always count on snowflakes to tide us creatively over while I keep looking.
Today's twirly whirly paper snowflake mobile is just such an easy and fun craft. We made ours ona whim one night together before bed. Don't you just adore it? You get to make snowflakes AND watch them "fall" from a cute cloud.
(Hmm, I bet you could easily incorporate some STEAM lessons with this art activity as well!)
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Well, now that we've removed all the Halloween decorations (sob, sob) my son and I are starting to decorate our home for Thanksgiving and Christmas. While I've yet to find a good kids' Turkey craft that I like, I can always count on snowflakes to tide us creatively over while I keep looking.
Today's twirly whirly paper snowflake mobile is just such an easy and fun craft. We made ours ona whim one night together before bed. Don't you just adore it? You get to make snowflakes AND watch them "fall" from a cute cloud.
(Hmm, I bet you could easily incorporate some STEAM lessons with this art activity as well!)
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Wednesday, August 20, 2014
Let's Explore Art Materials like Scientists
Whenever we do art projects, I always hand Chuck certain drawing materials because I know their properties and how they'll look and interact with each other. In this activity I thought it would be fun to change it up a bit and let Chuck do some exploring. So we tried our hand at exploring art materials like scientists!
Scientifically exploring Art Materials with Kids
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Sunday, June 4, 2017
Long time, no see!
Hello there blogging friends!
I know, I know, it's been awhile. I just wanted to apologize for my 2 month long absence from this blog. I really didn't think anyone would notice... but then I received a super sweet comment from a reader asking about my whereabouts... and I figured I owed y'all an explanation.
They say a picture is worth a thousand words, so here's a picture for you:
(This is what my garage wall currently looks like)
Yup. It's cardboard central over here.
No, we're not building the great wall of cardboard. And nope, we're not moving. But yes, this does have to do with my absence.
I haven't been posting regularly because I've been writing a craft book. *Gasp* I know. It's really strange sharing this because I'm not quite done, but I figured it was time.
I've collaborated on several awesome craft and STEAM books over the years. This past year I dreamt about authoring my own book. But I wasn't sure how to go about it.
Two months ago a book publishing company contacted me to write a cardboard and duct tape craft book for them.
What? Could this be? I LOVE cardboard and this was such a wonderful surprise. So I jumped headfirst into the opportunity.
I'm so excited to share the final project with you! And I think you're going to really love all the neat projects inside. But, I also gotta be honest and say that writing a book is both exhilarating and exhausting. There are just two more weeks before the final deadline and with watching the kids, attending end-of-the-year activities, and staying on top of other commitments... well gosh...I'm just pooped out.
So, dear reader, I'm sorry that I haven't shared any crafts in awhile. But, I shall return once the last page of the manuscript is done. Thank you for joining with me and supporting me on this crafty adventure.
I hope you are all doing well and having a great end of the year!
- Leslie
I know, I know, it's been awhile. I just wanted to apologize for my 2 month long absence from this blog. I really didn't think anyone would notice... but then I received a super sweet comment from a reader asking about my whereabouts... and I figured I owed y'all an explanation.
They say a picture is worth a thousand words, so here's a picture for you:
(This is what my garage wall currently looks like)
Yup. It's cardboard central over here.
No, we're not building the great wall of cardboard. And nope, we're not moving. But yes, this does have to do with my absence.
I haven't been posting regularly because I've been writing a craft book. *Gasp* I know. It's really strange sharing this because I'm not quite done, but I figured it was time.
I've collaborated on several awesome craft and STEAM books over the years. This past year I dreamt about authoring my own book. But I wasn't sure how to go about it.
Two months ago a book publishing company contacted me to write a cardboard and duct tape craft book for them.
What? Could this be? I LOVE cardboard and this was such a wonderful surprise. So I jumped headfirst into the opportunity.
I'm so excited to share the final project with you! And I think you're going to really love all the neat projects inside. But, I also gotta be honest and say that writing a book is both exhilarating and exhausting. There are just two more weeks before the final deadline and with watching the kids, attending end-of-the-year activities, and staying on top of other commitments... well gosh...I'm just pooped out.
So, dear reader, I'm sorry that I haven't shared any crafts in awhile. But, I shall return once the last page of the manuscript is done. Thank you for joining with me and supporting me on this crafty adventure.
I hope you are all doing well and having a great end of the year!
- Leslie
Friday, October 2, 2015
6 Fun Fall Preschool Corn Activities
We love fall crafts! Pumpkins, corn, Halloween, apples, lovely leaves, cooler weather- ahhh I love it all. If you're looking for a simple way to incorporate some fall vibes into your preschoolers' life, check out this awesome collection of 6 fun fall corn activities!
There are science ideas, artsy ideas, mathy ideas, and even free printables too!
Have a great weekend, friends!
There are science ideas, artsy ideas, mathy ideas, and even free printables too!
- STEAM Candy Corn Pop Art | Handmade Kids Art
- Preschool Corn Counting Activity with Printable | I Heart Crafty Things
- Cardboard Rainmakers | Pink Stripey Socks
- Candy Corn Pizza Craft | Artsy Momma
- Printable Candy Corn Bingo Game | School Time Snippets
- Corn vs. Popcorn Science for Kids (with Printable Graph) | A Little Pinch of Perfect
Have a great weekend, friends!
Wednesday, August 31, 2016
Fall Leaf Scratch Art (and related books!)
Are the leaves changing colors where you are? Every year I look forward to seeing the beautiful reds, oranges, and yellows. Today I wanted to share this really easy fall craft that doubles as a STEAM activity. It's a science and art activity that helps kids to represent how leaves change colors in the fall.
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Fall Leaf Scratch Art
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Wednesday, February 17, 2016
Easy Kids' Art: Lego Stamping (and some great STEAM books!)
Have you ever tried making art with lego?
Easy Kids' Art: Lego Stamping
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