Stress free creativity for families
Here’s a fun Valentine’s Day process art activity for your preschooler – a mixed media heart collage. Process art vs. product art Process art (also known as open ended art) is an art activity that focuses on the process of creating it and not on the final product. During process art activities you set the materials […] Read more…
Wondering about the best art supplies for 5 year olds? I’ve made a list of must haves to keep on hand for your little artists. I made this list based on my own experience as an artist (and my memories of making art as a kid – some of my favorite core memories!), and observations […] Read more…
Process art for preschoolers is something you may not be familiar with so let’s talk about what it is, and why it’s so important for childhood development. What is Process art? Process art is an art activity that focuses on the process of creating it and not on the final product. During process art activities […] Read more…
I love working on cardboard crafts for kids – cardboard is one of the best materials out there. It’s versatile, cheap, and readily available. Cardboard crafts are also easy for little hands to manipulate and super sturdy so they can really play with their creations. Depending on the type of box (cereal, Amazon, refrigerator box, […] Read more…
Need some easy art projects ideas for your family’s next craft night? It doesn’t have to be that complicated! You don’t have to all do the same craft, nor do you have to have start and complete your project that same evening. The most important thing about craft night is to have fun with your […] Read more…
Searching for easy felt crafts for Christmas? This Anthropologie inspired bow garland is one of my favorite projects ever. It’s so simple to make, kids can help and the rainbow colors are seasonless. Way back in 2013 (!), I found this Anthropologie felt bow garland and was instantly drawn to it. (also, 2013 is why […] Read more…