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Halloween Party and Treat Ideas

So, you’re the cool mom or dad who is throwing the party this year. That’s great! Now all you need is a few more ideas to make the party extra special. Well, here you go: Party Crafts Keeping kids entertained is a big part of having a successful party. A simple craft project will not only keep kids busy, it will also give them a souvenir to take home afterward. It’s best to do easy projects that everyone can make, even if they aren’t used to doing many crafts. Try a ghost or pumpkin craft, like the one below or … Continue reading →

Decorating for Halloween or Harvest Day

Have you started decorating for Halloween or Harvest Day yet? We have less than 30 days to go! I’m running a little behind because we have two birthdays in the first two weeks of October (one of which is today), but I’ve been looking at all the cool stuff that is available. These days, it’s not just Christmas that offers tons of decorations. I saw the cutest string of fall lights the other day! I have also noticed that Halloween and Harvest day decorations are now available in more colors. You have much more to choose from than just black … Continue reading →

Kid’s Crafts Week in Review: Sep. 25-30

If you missed anything, here are this week’s projects at a glance: Fall Crafts: Hand Print Projects You have probably seen hand print turkeys and hand print Christmas trees, which we can go over further as we get closer to these holidays. You may have even seen plaster casts of children’s hand prints. What other image can you make from a hand print? How about an autumn leaf or a whole bunch of them? Craft Ideas: Make a 3-D Cookie Jar This idea works great for an everyday cookie jar or special ones for holidays. You can make them for … Continue reading →

Pumpkin Seeds 101

Have you carved your pumpkins yet? If you live in a warmer climate you might have held off until today to do so. When you get around to crafting your jack-o’-lanterns don’t forget to save the pumpkin seeds. Large pumpkins yield dozens of seeds that can be used in a variety of ways. GETTING THE SEEDS After you remove the top of your pumpkin carefully scoop out the pulp and seeds with a large serving spoon (or your hands) and place them in a bowl. You will need to separate the seeds from the pulp. I like to wash and … Continue reading →