The annual exhibition creates an enchanting town of light amid the fiery colors of autumn trees. Nestled in the mountains of Gifu in central Japan are the charming old streets of Mino City, one of Japan’s three famous Japanese paper-producing regions. Every autumn, these traditional merchant houses bask in the gentle light emitting from hundreds […]| SoraNews24 -Japan News-
All you need to make this easy DIY corner bookmark is a square of paper. Make a bunch in just a few minutes. You can never have too many bookmarks! Once you learn how to fold this easy paper craft, you’ll want to make a whole stack of them. Make up a bunch in a… The post DIY Corner Bookmark Paper Craft appeared first on Backyard Summer Camp.| Backyard Summer Camp
By Kathryn Nuernberger Be forewarned, I tell my creative nonfiction students, I don’t know how to write stories, I only know how to write knots. I tug on every thread a subject has to offer. Ideally I would untangle the knot to closely study its threads, but each tug tightens the knot. Instead, I imagine […]| The Brevity Blog
3 things we learn through studying and writing micro memoirs, that raise the level of our craft and apply to everything we write| The Brevity Blog
By Allison K Williams Ever been to a funeral for someone you don’t know? Maybe your spouse’s coworker’s spouse, or your mother’s friend’s cousin. You felt the warm, hu…| The Brevity Blog
How to Get the Look of Amber Glass I love the look of Amber glass; it’s a timeless choice for home decor that has gained popularity in recent years. Whether you’re drawn to their rich, warm tones or their vintage appeal, it’s no wonder that amber glass bottles, jars, and decorative pieces are trending. My... The post How To Get the Look of Amber Glass appeared first on My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia.| My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia
I am the proud new owner of an Accuquilt Go! Baby Fabric Cutter. Aren't you jealous? I have wanted one of these since I first saw it on a blog ages ago. I mean really,| Honeybear Lane
Valentines Day is near and many of us have already started to look for cute gift ideas for the special ones! There are tons of gift ideas and we don't usually| The Craftaholic Witch
Felt stuffed toys are beautiful and kids love to play with them. Learn how to make a cute felt stuffed bunny rabbit and make them with the help of our free| The Craftaholic Witch
This Acorn Fairies Fall Garland is a sweet, whimsical craft project to celebrate fall and made with acorns and treasures you can find on a walk. The post Acorn Fairies Fall Garland appeared first on Finding Lovely.| Finding Lovely
Looking for an engaging, low-prep art project for kids? Marble painting is a classic process... The post Marble Painting for Kids: A Fun Process Art Activity appeared first on Teach Beside Me.| Teach Beside Me
Crafting a Fall hanging mobile has never been easier. 🍁 Use our free template and quick video tutorial to get started.| The Craftaholic Witch
The famed Apple designer has partnered with Balmuda to create a stunning glass lantern. The post Jony Ive’s Balmuda Sailing Lantern Oozes Sophistication appeared first on Moss and Fog.| Moss and Fog
Harry Potter Spell ornaments made from basswood with the XTool M1. Painted with a gold matte paint for a spellbinding look on the Christmas tree. Super easy craft project to make for those Potterheads. Get ready to sprinkle your holiday season with a dash of DIY magic as we delve into making spectacular Harry Potter... The post Harry Potter Spell Ornaments appeared first on Mooshu Jenne.| Mooshu Jenne
Perhaps the first thing to strike you when you start reading| reviewsbywriters.blogspot.com
When my essay about paying for $42,000 worth of dental work with sugar baby money first ran in HuffPost Personal, I was thrilled. Having only published in small literary magazines before, I wasn’t used to the feeling of strangers actually| Literary Hub
Have some old books laying around? Turn one of them into fall decor! This Book Page Pumpkin is a perfect fall upcycle project.| Julie Measures
= We all want to write fast-paced, energy-packed dialogue, but like everything else related to being a novelist, what looks the most effortless from the outside is actually the most challenging. The magic of sizzling dialogue lies in what’s not said—an invisible tension beneath the words. Omission, misdirection, and precision make otherwise mundane conversations come alive. […] The post Best Left Unsaid: Mastering Omission, Misdirection, and Precision in Dialogue appeared first on NINC.| NINC
We love making fairy houses. My girls have made many fairy houses over the years. When we visit parks we like to leave houses, built from twigs and leaves, behind. Every spring, we build fairy houses for our garden. This fall, I thought it might be fun to build a fairy house jack-o-lantern. After all, […] The post Make A Magical Fairy House Jack-o-lantern appeared first on Kitchen Counter Chronicles.| Kitchen Counter Chronicles
It's almost time to bust out the roast turkey and mashed potatoes. I think Thanksgiving might be my favourite holiday (okay, I say that about every holiday). In Canada, Thanksgiving falls on the second Monday in October...much earlier than south of the border. I've shared all kinds of cool Thanksgiving crafts over the years, but […] The post Thanksgiving Table Crafts Kids Can Make appeared first on Kitchen Counter Chronicles.| Kitchen Counter Chronicles
Okay, time to confess. Do you have a big pile of empty toilet rolls in your craft room? I know that I do. I love making crafts from toilet paper rolls. We have shared many Christmas crafts for kids over the years and our Christmas toilet paper roll crafts are some of our most popular. […] The post 20+ Creative Toilet Paper Roll Christmas Crafts to Make appeared first on Kitchen Counter Chronicles.| Kitchen Counter Chronicles
I have been wanting to try decorating pumpkins with markers for a few years now. I thought it would be a fun art project for us to try. I'm always looking for new and interesting Halloween crafts to try. I finally gave it a go and I've put together all of my top tips. Disclosure: […] The post How to Decorate Pumpkins with Markers appeared first on Kitchen Counter Chronicles.| Kitchen Counter Chronicles
Let’s kick off the fall season with a fun crochet book giveaway! Check out The Granny Square Crochet Bible by Lynne Rowe, a comprehensive guide The post Book Giveaway! The Granny Square Crochet Bible! appeared first on fiberfluxblog.com.| fiberfluxblog.com
Turn your preschool zoo unit into hands-on fun with these easy paper plate animal crafts—low prep, high engagement, and full of learning potential.| Homeschool Preschool
20 Fun DIY Halloween Décor Ideas. It is almost that time to get all the Halloween festive decorations set up inside your home. Decorating at times can be expensive, however you do not always have to break the bank in order to decorate your home for Halloween! If you are like me and looking to ... Read More about 20 Budget-Friendly Halloween DIY Decorations The post 20 Budget-Friendly Halloween DIY Decorations appeared first on A Cultivated Nest.| A Cultivated Nest
Vocation Brewery says it is giving pubs and bars plenty to celebrate this Christmas with a festive line-up of seasonal specials available in both keg and cask. From dessert-inspired stouts and comforting winter ales, to hop-forward IPAs, the range is designed to help operators boost sales and create memorable festive moments for guests. “Christmas is […] The post Vocation reveals Christmas specials line-up first appeared on Beer Today. The post Vocation reveals Christmas specials line-up ...| Beer Today
It’s time to celebrate Lunar New Year (or at least create a lesson plan so it’s ready when you need it!). Lunar New Year is celebrated by people in countries around the world including China, Vietnam, Korea, and Malaysia. And while celebrations may vary from one country to another, from one family to another, it’s a time for family and friends to come together and celebrate! This lesson plan gathers stories from a variety of cultures in wonderful picture book read alouds, fun rhymes and...| Literacious
Peekaboo! I see you! This is a really fun storytime that would work especially well with babies and young toddlers. There are all sorts of great peekaboo books out there to use and I found some really cute songs and a couple of crafts and activities too. This storytime theme lends itself to highlight books with flaps or cutouts and has the potential to be very interactive. If you typically offer a storytime for toddlers or preschoolers and haven’t tried a program for babies yet, I’ve got ...| Literacious
It’s time for a STEM storytime and I love that building can be included in the STEM field (think engineering) because kids of all ages love to build and this storytime celebrates the fun of building (and throws in some learning too)! Building helps kids with hand-eye coordination and fine and gross motor skills, but it also helps kid with problem solving skills, spatial awareness and basic math and science concepts. That’s right, building with blocks has math and science benefits! Measure...| Literacious
As I was finishing up this lesson plan on painting, I realized that I had just created a similar storytime lesson plan last year! So, while there are a few books that repeat on each list, there is a lot of brand new suggestions here to take a look at. While this could become a very messy program if you include a craft or activity, I think it’s important to share with parents and caregivers that painting doesn’t always have to result in a “product” rather it can be all about the proces...| Literacious
Storytime Theme: Yes and No is a fun, interactive and most importantly - simple storytime about the power of two very small words!| Literacious
We started talking about bones today and after looking at some pictures and reading a book my daughter headed to the craft area and made...| A Little Pinch of Perfect
Paint a ladybug rock for a cute and easy classic craft that kids will love to make while learning about backyard bugs. Painting a rock to look like a ladybug is a classic craft that kids have been making for generations. It’s easy to do. All you need are paint and brushes. Collect rocks from… The post Classic Ladybug Rock Painting Craft appeared first on Backyard Summer Camp.| Backyard Summer Camp
Leaf rubbing is a fun process art activity for kids of all ages. Turn your leaves into birds with this fun tutorial! All you need to make a leaf rubbing is a crayon and some paper. Collect fallen leaves from your backyard and turn them into silly bird drawings. To make this an educational activity,… The post Leaf Rubbing Bird Art appeared first on Backyard Summer Camp.| Backyard Summer Camp
All you need to make this adorable pipe cleaner bee is a few chenille stems and a pair of wiggly eyes. Make a fuzzy little nature friend!| Backyard Summer Camp
Have you ever wanted a science project that makes kids’ eyes light up and looks... The post Science Art: Chromatography Coffee Filter Flowers appeared first on Teach Beside Me.| Teach Beside Me
Review of a new book about Marjorie Rice and her amazing contributions to the mathematical and art worlds. Along with activities for various ages.| www.craftymomsshare.com
Are you drawn to the idea of Tetra Pak Printmaking? Tetra Pak Printing is super easy, and an affordable intaglio printing method to carry out at home. Intaglio is a method of printmaking where an| VickyMyersCreations
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There are so many cute ways to personalize handmade gifts, and so many cute personalized gifts to make!| Crafting a Green World
Decorate for fall by making your own pumpkins! Choose from the Knit Pumpkin Pattern or Crochet Pumpkin Pattern. Or make them both! Follow Julie Measures on Pinterest for more holiday DIY projects and patterns One of my favorite heroines said “I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.” Written by L.M. […] The post Knit and Crochet Pumpkin Pattern appeared first on Julie Measures.| Julie Measures
Use up your leftover yarn scraps to create this colourful stashbusting, granny triangle shawl. Very simple crochet at its very best!| Zeens and Roger
Discover easy Halloween crafts for kids — 4 simple, budget-friendly DIY ideas. Creative fun for preschoolers and grade schoolers.| Ey to Zee
It's time to shine the spotlight on Santa Claus. We love the guy in the big red suit and these creative Santa crafts for kids are amazing! We've shared all kinds of cool Christmas crafts for kids and it seemed like we needed a special collection of Santa Claus crafts. I love filling our house […] The post 40+ Easy Santa Crafts for Kids appeared first on Kitchen Counter Chronicles.| Kitchen Counter Chronicles
Quick, Easy, and Beautiful DIY Fall Decor Projects. When the air turns crisp and the leaves begin their showy transformation, it’s tempting to fill our homes with pumpkins of every size and color. I’ll be the first to admit that pumpkins star in much of my fall decorating. But autumn is about so much more ... Read More about 16 Non-Pumpkin DIY Fall Decorations You Can Make in a Weekend The post 16 Non-Pumpkin DIY Fall Decorations You Can Make in a Weekend appeared first on A Cultivated Nest.| A Cultivated Nest
Frugal Ways to Take Advantage of Back-to-School Sale Time. Back-to-school sales are often thought of as just for students and parents, but the truth is, these seasonal discounts offer a treasure trove of savings for everyone. Whether you’re a college student on your own, a busy professional, or simply someone who loves a good deal, ... Read More about 16 Smart Ways to Use Back-to-School Sales Even If You Don’t Have Kids The post 16 Smart Ways to Use Back-to-School Sales Even If You Don’...| A Cultivated Nest
The value of craftsmanship and meaningful work through personal anecdotes, football , and more.| Kourosh Dini
Quilting is such a tool and supply intensive hobby and I don't have my own dedicated space. I have a small sewing corner in the game room/family office and storage is a massive problem for me. My supplies are sprinkled throughout the house, and a lot of my tools sit on my sewing table where they should theoretically be right at hand to use. The problem is that I am constantly battling piles and tossing them about in my space. When Sports Authority closed over the summer, I asked my daughter...| Three Owls Handmade
It’s that time of year–kids are starting to head back to school. We had such a fun summer at my house and when the end of July rolled around I started to have a panic attack that school was starting in three weeks. But now I think I’m ready…my kids are getting bored and their... The post Back to School Dinner appeared first on Honeybear Lane.| Honeybear Lane
Gold is still in–I’m declaring it to be so. I still love it and it’s my metallic of choice. I’m also still loving navy blue, so what better combo for a fun fall craft than to make a DIY gilded pumpkin with actual gold leaf? Besides I’ve always though navy blue and gold go perfectly... The post How to Make a DIY Gilded Pumpkin appeared first on Honeybear Lane.| Honeybear Lane
This cute jewelry organizer was easy to make and you can paint it to be whatever you like!| Honeybear Lane
From 250 customer conversations to 6 SF billboards. The creative process behind our "Build agents, Get Paid" outdoor advertising campaign.| Paid.ai blog
How chaos beats polish when building at startup speed. A design leader breaks down why messy iteration ships faster than perfect specs, and how controlled chaos becomes your competitive advantage.| Paid.ai blog
Make a handprint butterfly with your child for a fun, open-ended art project that can be a lovely keepsake.| Backyard Summer Camp
Artists Stephanie Leitch, Angela Ellsworth, and Nancy Rivera use materially obsessive processes to reflect on the mythos of Utah.| Southwest Contemporary
We all have them — a bucket, drawer, or classroom bin full of stubby, paperless... The post 50 Creative Ways to Use Broken Crayons appeared first on Teach Beside Me.| Teach Beside Me
A group of remarkable women from Nakera, in Cakaudrove, Vanua Levu is weaving its way to national prominence. The post The Women of Nakera: Weaving success from nature’s bounty appeared first on Fiji Traveller.| Fiji Traveller
Stitch up some back to school fun! Notebook Paper Embroidery Hoop Craft. Just one of the many back to school crafts and recipes at Julie Measures.| Julie Measures
Guild conferences are not for the elite. They are welcoming to educators and students, and they are more useful than you might think. The post You Don’t Have to Be a Pro to Go to a Guild Show appeared first on Yamaha Music.| Yamaha Music
Many Muslims avoid beer because Islamic law forbids all intoxicants, yet drinking habits vary across cultures. Green Prophet explores the religious ba| Green Prophet
If your kids love collecting sticks on nature walks, this Photo Frame Stick Craft is the perfect way to put their treasures to good use! It’s a low-cost, eco-friendly activity that’s simple enough for preschoolers and adaptable for older children too. With just a black-and-white photo, some paint, scrap cardboard, and a pile of twigs, children can […] The post Photo Frame Stick Craft appeared first on Arty Crafty Kids.| Arty Crafty Kids
A simple and engaging handprint fish craft for kids. Paint, tear, glue, and build a 3D ocean world with seaweed and shells. Perfect for preschoolers, classroom projects, or a fun summer activity.| Arty Crafty Kids
Learn how to make a DIY pompom spider with yarn, pipe cleaners, and googly eyes. A fun, easy Halloween craft for kids and spooky home décor!| Ey to Zee
20+ of the coolest Halloween crafts for tweens and teens to make. Cool Halloween pumpkins, spiders, bats, and Halloween ghost crafts, and more.| Kitchen Counter Chronicles
This September School Holiday we're all about mascots. Come and hunt the museum's mascot in the galleries.| National Museum of the Royal New Zealand Navy
Let’s learn the crochet camel stitch! This is a pretty and easy to learn stitch once you get the hang of it. We’ll be working The post Crochet Camel Stitch, Full Photo + Video Tutorial appeared first on fiberfluxblog.com.| fiberfluxblog.com
The Mountain Morning Crochet Slouch Hat is a beautiful and cozy hat with a lovely slouchy look! Add a pom pom for a perfect finishing touch!| fiberfluxblog.com
Budget-Friendly Dollar Store Decor DIYs for Late Summer. Are you ready for the warmth of summer to end and the cool breeze of fall to rush in? Celebrate the change of season inside your home by updating your decor! And you don’t need to break the bank on a shopping spree, here are 16 Clever ... Read More about 16 Clever Dollar Tree Hacks to Transition from Summer to Fall on a Budget The post 16 Clever Dollar Tree Hacks to Transition from Summer to Fall on a Budget appeared first on A Cultiv...| A Cultivated Nest
Set the Tone for Late Summer with These DIY Centerpieces. Not ready for pumpkins and spooky stuff just yet? You’re not alone! As summer slowly slips into fall, it’s the perfect time to update your home with centerpieces that celebrate the warmth and richness of the season, without diving headfirst into Halloween. These 16 Late ... Read More about 16 Late Summer DIY Centerpieces That Don’t Scream Halloween The post 16 Late Summer DIY Centerpieces That Don’t Scream Halloween appeared fi...| A Cultivated Nest
Looking for a fun and simple craft to do with your kids? Check out this sunflower felt craft.| Only Passionate Curiosity
Bring the magic of summer nights inside with this easy Firefly Suncatcher Craft! A fun kids’ craft using paper, glue, and tissue paper.| Glamper Life
Let’s make a pretty spring field of poppies using tissue paper flower art. Such a fun project to do with kids, and perfect for Mother’s Day. Here’s how to get started… The post How to Make Tissue Paper Poppies appeared first on Say Yes.| Say Yes
Making polka dot eggs seems like the perfect spring activity, whether you celebrate Easter or not. You might remember my trick for making perfect polka dots from a while back. I’ve used the same technique to make these pastel beauties. The post Perfect Polka Dot Easter Eggs appeared first on Say Yes.| Say Yes
Like many of you, I grew up dyeing easter eggs with vinegar and food coloring. The colors are so bright and vibrant! Right now though, I’m loving the look of more natural dyed eggs. Today we tried dyeing eggs with all kinds of teas! Here’s how it went, and a color guide just for you… The post Natural Tea Dyed Easter Eggs appeared first on Say Yes.| Say Yes
Here is an eco-friendly way to light up your outdoor space. Create your own beautiful, one-of-a-kind luminaries from recycled tin cans.| My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia
Inside: How to make a low-prep torn paper flamingo craft with preschool or kindergarten students. This project uses just a free printable and basic supplies. Flamingos are such a fun bird! What’s not to love about a pink bird? My only complaint is that I have to visit a zoo or pull up a flamingo... The post F is for Flamingo Craft appeared first on Books and Giggles.| Books and Giggles
Inside: Grab the free printable template and make an ABC or torn paper “pot of gold” craft with your preschool or kindergarten students. Today is your lucky day! I have a free printable “pot of gold” craft for you just in time for St. Patrick’s Day. There is the ABC version shown above, or you... The post Preschool Pot of Gold Craft for St. Patrick’s Day appeared first on Books and Giggles.| Books and Giggles
🦓 Make learning the alphabet hands-on with this Letter Z craft for preschoolers! Kids create a zebra from the letter Z using this free printable craft template. A great activity for preschool teachers, homeschoolers, or parents. The post Free Printable Uppercase Letter Z Craft Template appeared first on Life Over C's.| Life Over C's
Turn the uppercase Letter Y into a hands-on learning adventure with this free yak craft for preschoolers! Print the template, grab some crayons, scissors, and glue, and watch your kids practice letter recognition, fine motor skills, and creativity. A fun and simple activity for letter of the week, alphabet crafts, or early literacy lessons.| Life Over C's
The Mountain Morning Crochet Scarf is a gorgeously textured scarf that is easy to make with some basic crochet stitches!| fiberfluxblog.com
If you find your resin coasters are not curing, I'm here with the Top 5 Reasons why! You can get to the bottom of your resin curing issues!| Craft Klatch
Are you ready for a fun craft? I'm going to show you how to make donut ring jewelry to wear as a necklace! Even better, you can customize it to make your favorite donut!| Craft Klatch
Who knew the sweetest apple could be made from a mason jar?! This fall enjoy a simple DIY craft, make your own Painted Apple Mason Jar.| Julie Measures
All the information you need to make your own crochet granny square sweater. This is a fun and useful way to use up granny squares.| Zeens and Roger
The school holidays are here and, while there are plenty of things to do outdoors during the summer, when the weather turns, it's a good idea to have a stash of activities and books to hand to keep teenagers busy on those rainy days...| My Thrifty Life by Cassie Fairy
It’s hard to believe it’s already August, and Christmas will be here before we know it. 🎄 Every year around this time, I start daydreaming about how we’ll decorate our tree. If you’ve been following my blog, you probably remember our Candyland-themed Christmas tree—without a doubt, one of my all-time favorites. It was colorful, whimsical, […]| Ey to Zee
16 DIY Pencil Case or Locker Decor Ideas Can you believe school supply lists are already out and the school start date is right around the corner? Take a little time these last few weeks of summer to create DIY pencil cases and locker decor for your children together before school starts. Here are 16 ... Read More about 16 DIY Pencil Case or Locker Decor Ideas The post 16 DIY Pencil Case or Locker Decor Ideas appeared first on A Cultivated Nest.| A Cultivated Nest
Remember Summer Forever with These “Goodbye Summer” DIY Keepsake Projects. Summer flies by fast, but those special moments don’t have to fade away. DIY keepsake projects are a fun way for kids to hold onto their favorite memories before the season ends. Whether it’s a handprint craft, a photo collage, or a homemade memory book, ... Read More about 10 Easy “Goodbye Summer” DIY Keepsake Projects for Kids The post 10 Easy “Goodbye Summer” DIY Keepsake Projects for Kids appeared f...| A Cultivated Nest
Storytime Theme: Thanksgiving is a time to be grateful and this lesson plan is a wonderful place to start!| Literacious
The post Metal Ashtray – Artefact Unpacked appeared first on National Museum of the Royal New Zealand Navy.| National Museum of the Royal New Zealand Navy
The Easy Crochet Market Tote is a super quick to stitch bag that is so useful! Use some bright cotton yarn for a fun pop of color!| fiberfluxblog.com
Create this simple coffee cup canvas art with our easy DIY tutorial! Perfect for beginners and coffee lovers. Start your art project today!| stephcreatesthingsdiyhomeandcrafts.blogspot.com
The 18th century sees an increase in scientific knowledge and practical research. Many findings have a direct impact on everyday life, craft and commerce. New technics allows, e.g., to create new colours. Find out here what Napoleon’s Campaign in Egypt, the Prussians and an apothecary have to do with the various blue pigments created in the long 18th century.| Regency Explorer
Did someone say back to school? You’ll be more than ready with these back to school themed crafts and recipes! Back to School Crafts Painted Apple Mason Jar It’s the sweetest apple you ever did see! See how to make this simple DIY painted apple mason jar. And get tips for sweet treats to put […] The post Back to School Crafts and Recipes appeared first on Julie Measures.| Julie Measures
