Fast, simple, and inexpensive projects!

   It's a dreary, rainy day here today.  I've gotta say... I'm diggin' it.  I don't know what it is about these crummy fall days but I really LOVE them!  It must be something about the warm glow in the house against the grey backdrop out the windows.

   I have a big to-do list today:  Laundry, dishes, make baby food, and I'm thinking I might start wrapping some packages while we listen to our Christmas music.  I know it's early for some but we enjoy it.  Little Lady actually asks me to turn it on when she wakes up in the morning.

   Today, I want to share with you some simple, fun things to do with children on days like these.

   I have always been artistic by nature.  I graduated with a degree in Interior Design and had my dream job before choosing to become a stay-at-home mom.   That choice came with an extreme change in lifestyle and many sacrifices.  However, for Adam and I, it was the best decision we ever made.  That being said, I'm still Alyssa.  I still thrive on and deeply enjoy anything artistic.

   I know not all people enjoy crafting and the thought of using paint and stamping footprints is just too overwhelming.

   In that light, here are some SIMPLE, FAST, and INEXPENSIVE project ideas for you; perfect for those dreary fall/winter days.  They make great stocking-stuffers or host gifts for grandparents, aunts, and uncles, too!  Take a peak at the photo captions for instructions!

Cheers,
Alyssa

Snowflakes

I found these snowflakes and the silver glitter at a craft store for about $1ea.  I used some blue yarn and a blue sharpie to write the names but use whatever you have!  

Framed Paintings

These are water color - paint books.  They have the paint right along the bottom of the picture.  Your child will only need water and a brush (a q-tip will work in a bind!).  Simply cut the paint card off the bottom when your little one is finished.  We glued popsicle sticks around the picture, acting as a frame, decorated with markers, and glued a yarn hanger on the back.

Sun Catchers

I found these at the dollar store!  With paint and string!  I picked up the suction cups for $1 at a craft store.  I'm still undecided about the string.  It didn't look like enough to do all the ones in the package.  I'm pretty sure 6 came to a package.