Big Messy Art: Paint on BIG Paper from Muse of the Morning

Big Messy Art: Paint on BIG Paper

This is part of my series on BIG MESSY Art for Kids that I’m doing this week. Yesterday, I wrote a post about Sidewalk Paint that I hope you’ll check out. Today, why not set out some really BIG paper for kids to paint on?

Big Messy Art: How To Make Sidewalk Chalk Paint

Big Messy Art: How To Make Sidewalk Chalk Paint

It’s summer time! It’s a perfect time of year to pull out the big messy art projects that look like a lot of fun, but require a lot of cleaning up or a lot of space. Take the projects outside! Use a hose for clean up, use the yard for space. And let the kids […]

Tutorial: Dyeing Silk Scarves (with Kool-Aid)

Tutorial: Dyeing Silk Scarves (with Kool-Aid)

  First, I’m going to wax on about silk scarves. I love them. They make great capes and head scarves and baby blankets and tents and banners for waving. They are perfect for shawls and dress-up aprons and dress up skirts. My favorite size is 35×35. You can buy them at Dharma Trading (NOT an […]

Decorate Cloth Napkins for Mother’s Day – A Tutorial

Decorate Cloth Napkins for Mother’s Day – A Tutorial

Mother’s Day is coming up quick! Are you ready? If you haven’t thought of what to make yet, I have a fabulous idea for you. These napkins are super easy and a lot of fun for the whole family. I made some for my Mom last year and she says they’re her favorite. All you […]

Art Activities For Any Unit

Sometimes you just can’t find a perfect activity to fit the theme that you’re working with. Here are art activities that you can adapt for any unit. How To Adapt These Activities To adapt these activities to any unit that you’re working on- encourage the children to create something that reminds them of the unit […]