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Summer provides a reprieve from being stuck indoors around the clock, but when a rainy day creeps in, or the weather starts to cool, you’ll want a few tricks up your sleeve to keep the kids from bouncing off the wall. So what are a few inexpensive, fun, creative and easy craft projects you can tackle at home? Let’s find out some easy craft projects to do with your kids. The Rainstick If you have any toilet paper rolls or paper towel rolls lying around, you can teach your kids about reuse and also make a great craft toy. Decorate your roll with anything you want—crayons, markers, stickers, construction paper, yarn, or anything you want to glue on.  Cap one end of the tube with tape or a piece of …

When it comes to your children, DIY is a thing of the present. We use our minds and creativity to entertain them the best way we can. While we’re at it, let’s see if they can also be educated! PVC Ball Drop for Babies When babies start walking, the world is a playground to them. They love to play with and pick up just about everything they happen upon, especially if it is bright and stands out! Colorful objects attract and keep a toddler’s attention, which is why their toys are always made with so many different colors and patterns. Unfortunately, those toys can often be expensive, and your child can quickly outgrow them. But never fear, because we have put together a simple, inexpensive, and customizable toddler entertainment solution …

Getting your kids to develop a hobby early on in life is a sound investment in their future. When I say “investment,” don’t misunderstand. It doesn’t mean you should get them making purses so you can sell them (although…) – more that it’s a great way of giving them something to use their time productively. Of course, those of us who have a craft-based hobby remember the times when we were just getting into it. Maybe we were making candles, and the first ten or so looked like misshapen lumps. Or we were making a patchwork quilt which looked just a little TOO patchwork. It’s easy for anybody to get discouraged by their early efforts going wrong. You know now that you were finding your level. Your kids, on the …