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DIY Rainstick Toy for Sensory Play
July 7, 2013
A couple years ago, we made some really awesome rainsticks out of cardboard mailing tubes and a LOT of nails. They were fun to make, and we still have them…
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Make Your Own "The Lone Ranger" Face Mask (with a free printable pattern)
July 1, 2013
The boys decided this weekend that they needed Lone Ranger masks! We made some out of black craft fleece and black elastic, and the boys have been playing with them…
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Creating Patterns with Paint Stamps
June 17, 2013
The boys and I had a great time stamping with paint. This is always a favorite activity! For our stamps we used: Lego bricks Lego wheels - they make either…
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How to Build a Catapult out of Dowel Rods and Rubber Bands
June 6, 2013
Here's a great summer project for kids - build a catapult out of pre-cut dowel rods and rubber bands! Over the years, we've done a lot of exploring with catapult…
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Make a Duct Tape Sheath for Toy Swords
June 5, 2013
When I made Owen's duct tape belt, I also made a sheath for his toy swords that can go off and on the belt. This is so easy to make,…
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How to Make a Duct Tape Belt
June 3, 2013
What do you do when your 4 year old has the tiniest waist ever and doesn't fit any belt? You make your own belt out of duct tape! I used…
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Turn a Cardboard Box into a Jump for Hot Wheels Cars
May 28, 2013
For several years, Aidan has been trying to figure out how to make a jump for Hot Wheels cars. He's tried various methods, such as using books as a ramp,…
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How to Make a Duct Tape Wallet
May 20, 2013
How to Make a Duct Tape Wallet - Step-by-Step Instructions! We've been really into duct tape at our house lately! First it was velcro duct tape bracelets, and now Aidan…
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Make a Water Scope for Viewing Pond Life
May 15, 2013
A couple weeks ago, we found a book at the library called "The Kids Summer Handbook." (Amazon Affiliate Link) Aidan was really excited about the ideas in this book! I…
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Pipe Cleaner Ninjas
April 1, 2013
The boys and I had SO MUCH FUN making ninjas out of pipe cleaners and beads this weekend! (Yes, it was Easter, but they didn't want to decorate eggs!) I…
