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The space ideas you need today🌖

My family will be in the path of totality today, and I must say... we're pretty pumped! (We even made special snack cups for the occasion. It's so easy but totally "extra" in the best possible way😆) In fact, the solar eclipse is reigniting my kids' love for all things space. 🚀 And I think this interest might last a while, so I've been looking for some fun ideas to try over the next few weeks. Here are my absolute favorites: The Best Space Art Ideas for Kids See the List Lots of great ideas,...

19 days ago • 1 min read

Hi Reader, As soon as I get a little more sunshine in my life, I feel about 1000% more motivated to try new things. Whether it's dreaming about a new garden space or trying an art activity I've had pinned for years.... Spring makes it all seem possible! Here are our Top 30 Creative Ideas for Spring See the List Want a pdf of Spring activities you can hang on the fridge all season long? Click HERE! My family has started hanging a big sheet of butcher paper on the wall for each new season, full...

25 days ago • 1 min read

Hi Reader, This might be the one art activity that never fails. No matter the age, no matter the skill level... kids LOVE using oil pastels and watercolor! And this is the spring time twist we all need in our lives: The CUTEST eggs around Fun & Easy (Click HERE to download a helpful egg template) Can't get enough watercolor fun? Try this butterfly version too! Easter is less than a week away, so if your family celebrates now is a great time to get crafty with all things spring. Pull out a...

about 1 month ago • 1 min read
11 egg decorating ideas for kids

Raising Creative Kids Hi Reader, I've got to fess up. My egg decorating game is, well... not great. I usually end up running to the dollar store and picking up a cheap dye kit last minute. But after seeing all the fantastic ideas we have up on The Artful Parent site today, I think I'm going to change my ways. I mean, how can I resist?!? 11 fun ways to decorate eggs this year (I'm definitely trying #9!) See the List Did we miss one of your favorite egg decorating techniques? Hit "reply" and...

about 2 months ago • 1 min read

Raising Creative Kids Hi Reader, Want a handy list of our absolute favorite Easter ideas? Click HERE to download The pdf above is bursting with fun projects (click on the links to learn more!), book recommendations, recipes, and unique egg decorating ideas. Definitely enough to keep your family happily creating all month long.🐣 Our most popular Easter posts this week: Totally unique Easter basket ideas for kids See the List Easy Mini Easter Baskets Read the Post Stunning Stained Glass Easter...

about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Rainbow Playdough

Raising Creative Kids Hi Reader, You might not think of playdough as an "art" activity, but it's absolutely one of our favorites! Homemade playdough Get our recipe Here's why: →It's accessible and cheap (especially if you make your own!) →It's totally open-ended. Check out some of our favorite ways to play →It's great for all ages. If you have older kids and haven't brought out the playdough in a while...this is your sign to bring it back! You might be surprised at how much they love it. In...

2 months ago • 1 min read
Valentine Banner

Raising Creative Kids Hi Reader, Can you believe tomorrow is Valentine's Day?!? No need to panic; we've got some seriously fun (and seriously easy) ways to celebrate with your family: Easy Valentine Fun See our Ideas #3 is totally nostalgic for me! If your social media feed is anything like mine, you might be feeling the pressure to do ALL THE THINGS this week. But your Valentine's Day doesn't have to be Instagram-perfect to be fun and memorable. Think of tomorrow as a chance to pause,...

2 months ago • 1 min read

The Artful Parent raising creative kids Process Art Valentines Our team is always on the hunt for the cutest new activities, and let me tell you... we've hit the Valentine's Day jackpot! See all 12 Ideas Our Top Ten If you have a few fantastic ideas in your back pocket, art time can feel a lot less stressful. Check out this list for the projects we find ourselves coming back to again and again. They can be adapted for every season and holiday, and they absolutely never get old: Artful Parent...

3 months ago • 1 min read

Hi Reader, You are going to LOVE these ideas for Valentine's Day! 💖 Here are a few of my favorites from the blog: NEW Taylor Swift Valentines Read the Post Click HERE to download your Swiftie Printable! 11 Valentine Sensory Bins Read the Post 25 Books for Valentine's Day See the List Easy DIY Valentines Read the Post 30 Valentine Activities Read the Post DIY Valentine's Box Read the Post So. Many. Hearts!😍 Happy artful parenting, P.S.- If you'd rather have all the best seasonal art ideas all...

3 months ago • 1 min read

This season is the perfect time to squeeze your kids a little bit tighter, smother them with kisses....and craft up a zillion hearts! To be quite honest, I've never met a heart craft I don't love. Why are they always so cute??😍 Need a little inspiration? I've got you covered! As a way to show you how much we appreciate our Artful Parent subscribers, I've put together a little Valentine freebie for you. A few quick ideas from our online art club, Kids Art Spot, that are easy, fun, and oh so...

3 months ago • 1 min read
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