Mini-Mag #4 : : Concrete Planters
We are excited to release our fourth {free} mini-magazine – a make & use tutorial for creating concrete planters! With the same …
Mini-Mag #3 : : Story Shells
Our mini-magazines are designed to be a fun peek into what our full-size magazines are like – an easy way to see …
Dreamcatchers | a 10-min project
There are times in our lives with little ones that we feel frazzled, things seem to be coming apart at the seams, …
13 Ways to Elevate Your Child’s Art
“The encouragement of creativity from an early age is one of the best guarantees of growth in a healthy environment, self-esteem, and …
Tips and Tricks : : Contain the Mess
I’m not a mess-free maker. My own art and process is so messy that my work table is often heaped with stacks …
Back to Basics : : Supplies for Every Home
The basic craft supplies – such a simple concept, and yet, the few tools that make up the basics can change how …
Winter Wonders : : Making an Ice Wreath
Sometimes you just need a little something to brighten up the winter. Pops of color in what is, otherwise, a stark landscape. …
Creative Time : : 10 Minute Shadowbox
Living the creative life you would like your children to mirror – it’s tough. It seems that time has a way of …
Creative Tools : : Make a Mark
Remember Vashti? Remember how much trouble she had making her mark? To really get started living your creative life you need a …
The Dot : : Making Your Own Mark
Today I want to introduce you to Vashti. Vashti is the main character in the book The Dot by Peter Reynolds. At the …
Making : : Process vs. Product
You may notice, when creating through the many craft tutorials and DIYs we offer, that projects seem to fall into two main …
Crafting an Authentic, Connected, and Creative Life
As with anything, much of the work of Crafting Connections goes on behind-the-scenes. Danielle and I are constantly dreaming up new ideas, …
Creative Moments : : Andrea’s Home
This week we are giving you a peek into our own homes – at our creative spaces, messes and moments. Initially I …
Making Art : : Watercolor Snowscapes
With the hustle and bustle of the holidays being over, many of us are now looking at a long winter stretching out …
DIY Mod Podge and Solstice Lanterns
We are just a few days away from one of my very favorite days of the year – the winter solstice. It’s …
Abstract Printed Scarf : : Rhythm of the Home
In between all the goodness that happens here on the blog and that winter issue that’s set to release in just a …
Making Napkin Rings : : A Gratitude Practice
It’s no secret that I have a whole lot to be grateful for. After all, all my basic human needs – food, …
Autumn Leaf Yarn & Nail Art
This is also available as a Single Project Kit in our shop. This project requires true collaboration – little ones (especially depending …
Salt Dough Nature Beads
Salt dough is one of the most versatile mediums to use with little ones – you can scent it, dye it, mix …