Getting Crafty with Crafts

I’m not a super crafty person, but there are a few times when doing crafts with Michael has come in really handy.  The 18-millionth day in a row of rain or snow or hurricane-induced power outages spring to mind!  Also, teacher gifts and holiday gifts, but I’ll come back to those as the dates draw closer.

This birdhouse is one I picked up at a local craft store. I just looked online and they sell for between $1 and $28.  Unless you are a serious bird enthusiast, just get a cheap one. This doesn’t need to last through the generations. Michael likes birds so we did a birdhouse…go with your child’s interests.

Regular, kid-friendly paint is all we used.  Literally, Crayola paints.  If you or the little person in your life is really into crafts, the possibilities are endless!

If you’re like me and this really isn’t your thing, just grab a few things to have on hand in case you’re stuck at home.  Engaged kids are happy kids so get some activities you can stick in a closet to pull out, just in case. 

Big ideas on crafts:

• Buy them when your child is not with you and tuck them away so that you can pull them out when it is a convenient time for you.
• Even Walmart and Target have craft aisles so you can combine this with another shopping trip.
• Base the choices on your child’s interests: dinosaurs, princesses, vehicles, animals, whatever they like.
• Note that Michael is pictured in our garage.  Do these activities in places where you won’t be stressed about the mess. Ideas include a garage, outside in your backyard or local park.  If none of those are possible for you, put a big garbage bag down and use washable paint for anything that accidentally leaves the painting/crafting area.