Family Activities

  • LEGO Mini-figure heads!

    LEGO Lovers unite!  This was a fun, simple project.  Great for a rainy day.  My kids created alien heads for some of their guys.  As a mom, I don’t know why you would have guys without heads – but alas, they do! SuppliesOven Bake ClayMini-figure bodies (they cannot go in the oven)Foil or parchment paper […]

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  • Kids in Action: Meet Hannah!

    I’m pleased to introduce you to Hannah!   Tell BKHM readers about yourself: I am 14 and the second oldest of 4 kids in my family.  I will be starting High School this year.  I love creating, decorating and fashion.  When I was 12 yrs old I started asking my parents if I could decorate the birthday […]

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  • DIY Fancy Chore Card – using business cards!

    Do your chores and get a punch (hole punch that is)!  This is a great way to reward your child for helping at home!  Chore Cards reinforce the importance of working together and helping out. When the card is complete you can reward your child with money, a prize, a special event, or a family […]

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  • Mickey & Minnie Fabric Rosettes

    Do you love Mickey and Minnie?  We do!  Materials: -black stiff felt sheet (sold in sheets at craft store) -black knit fabric (think t’shirt fabric) -red ribbon -Mickey pattern (or cut one out with one large circle and 2 small ones) -glue gun Directions: 1.  Cut out your paper pattern and hold it in place […]

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  • When can kids use glue guns?

    Kids and Glue Guns – no way!!

    Can kids use glue guns?  Yes, they actually can. With careful demonstration, practice, and adult supervision, your kids can do some of these awesome projects too.  I love to use my glue gun for all craft projects, including our favorite Scrabble Magnetic Board.   Supplies: Low Temp Glue Gun Safety First – Adult supervision is required […]

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  • Tron Disc – DIY

    Honestly, I thought this was a “craft fail”…. but my kids love it!  They’re excited about playing Tron and gathering other neighborhood kids together to whack each other with a frisbee play. Supplies:  Dollar Store Frisbee  (we used a free one from vacation), black primer, and contact paper. Directions:  Trace and cut hole, peel and stick contact […]

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