Holiday Crafts For Kids Archives - Happy Hooligans https://happyhooligans.ca/category/crafts-for-kids/holiday-crafts-for-kids/ Crafts and Activities for Toddlers and Preschoolers to Tweens Sat, 16 Apr 2022 20:02:09 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.3.1 https://happyhooligans.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/cropped-HH-transparent-icon-512x512-1-32x32.png Holiday Crafts For Kids Archives - Happy Hooligans https://happyhooligans.ca/category/crafts-for-kids/holiday-crafts-for-kids/ 32 32 Doodle Eggs – Easy Vibrant Easter Art that Kids of All Ages will Love https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-vibrant-easter-art-kids-ages-will-love/ https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-vibrant-easter-art-kids-ages-will-love/#respond Wed, 06 Apr 2022 14:30:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=28302 If you're looking for a terrific Easter art activity for your kids, this one is great for toddlers right through to teens.

It's easy, vibrant and the process is rather fascinating.

All you need is a black crayon and watercolours!

Click the link below to check it out! Go! Go!

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Easy Easter Crafts for Preschoolers through Tweens https://happyhooligans.ca/easter-crafts-for-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/easter-crafts-for-kids/#comments Tue, 22 Mar 2022 15:00:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=13551 Hey Lovely!!

If you and the kids are looking for some great Easter crafts to do this week and next, I've rounded up every Easter craft on my blog, and put them here in this post for you.

There are crafts here for all ages - toddlers, preschoolers, elementary kids and tweens, and enough to keep you busy for days. :)

They're all easy and inexpensive, and a few of them are super-impressive!

Oh! There's even a great Easter snack!

Just click the link below to check them out!

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10+ Easy St. Patrick’s Day Crafts for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/st-patricks-day-crafts-for-preschoolers/ https://happyhooligans.ca/st-patricks-day-crafts-for-preschoolers/#comments Tue, 15 Mar 2022 05:13:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=31872 Good morning, Lovely!

Just wanted to let you know I've rounded up all of our favourite St. Patrick's Day crafts and put them all here in one place for you.

These ideas are so cute and easy, and perfect for toddlers and preschoolers.

There are a few in here that elementary school aged kids will enjoy as well!

Click the link below to check them out!

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Paper Plate Mardi Gras Masks for Kids to Make – A Fabulous Fat Tuesday Craft https://happyhooligans.ca/mardi-gras-masks-kids-make/ https://happyhooligans.ca/mardi-gras-masks-kids-make/#respond Tue, 01 Mar 2022 13:51:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=27162 Mardi Gras is Tuesday, and just wait 'til you see what we've crafted up!

We made gorgeous Mardi Gras masks the other day, and in true Happy Hooligans fashion, they were super-easy and required just a few basic supplies.

Click the link below to see how colourful and stunning they are! Go, Go!

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Twig Triangle Rudolph Ornaments https://happyhooligans.ca/twig-triangle-rudolph-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/twig-triangle-rudolph-ornaments/#respond Tue, 21 Dec 2021 14:57:54 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=43708 Good Morning, Lovely!!

It's Day-21, and the final day in our 21-day Christmas Craft-a-palooza!

For our final craft, we're turning a 3 twigs (or popsicle sticks) into an adorable Rudolph face to hang on your Christmas tree.

It's a quick and easy project, and all you need are the twigs, a pom pom and some google eyes.

Click the link below to check it out!

P.S. Thanks for following along with our 3-week series! I hope you've enjoyed it as much as we have!

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Colourful Yarn and Twig Initial Ornament https://happyhooligans.ca/colourful-yarn-and-twig-initial-ornament/ https://happyhooligans.ca/colourful-yarn-and-twig-initial-ornament/#respond Mon, 20 Dec 2021 14:00:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=43683 'Morning, Lovely!

It's our 2nd-last day of our Christmas craft series!

We have another super-simple (but gorgeous) craft for you today!

All you need are some twigs, yarn and glue to make these cheerful and eclectic initial ornaments.

This is a super last-minute craft to squeeze in before the holidays.

Click the link below to check it out!

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Twig Reindeer Ornaments (with ribbon scarves) https://happyhooligans.ca/twig-reindeer-ornaments-with-ribbon-scarves/ https://happyhooligans.ca/twig-reindeer-ornaments-with-ribbon-scarves/#respond Sun, 19 Dec 2021 13:55:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=43615 Good morning, Lovey, and welcome to DAY 19 of our 21-Day Christmas craft blitz!

Today's craft is so goofy and adorable, and it starts with a walk in the yard or neighbourhood to collect some small twigs.

Transform them into tiny reindeer ornaments wearing ribbon or yarn scarves.

Honestly. These little guys just make me laugh.

Click the link below to check them out!

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Button Angel Ornament https://happyhooligans.ca/button-angel-ornament/ https://happyhooligans.ca/button-angel-ornament/#respond Sat, 18 Dec 2021 13:00:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=43606 Wow! This is our 18th awesome Christmas craft this month!

I hope you're enjoying them as much as I am!

Today we are making button angels, and they are absolutely darling.

Everyone (adults included) will love sifting through the buttons and ordering and stacking them by size to make these sweet angels.

Click the link below to check them out!

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Holiday Napkin Rings with Tinfoil and a Cardboard Roll https://happyhooligans.ca/tinfoil-napkin-rings/ https://happyhooligans.ca/tinfoil-napkin-rings/#respond Fri, 17 Dec 2021 14:00:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=43587 Day 17! One week from tonight is Christmas Eve!

I have such a sweet and easy craft to share with you today. All ages will love this one.

Silver, shimmery holiday napkin rings made with a paper towel and aluminum foil. Of course, you can decorate yours however you'd like, but we've used gems and sequins for extra shine and shimmer.

You have to see how pretty they are!

Click the link below to check them out!

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Pringles Can “Santa-scope” https://happyhooligans.ca/pringles-can-santa-scope/ https://happyhooligans.ca/pringles-can-santa-scope/#comments Thu, 16 Dec 2021 12:57:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=43523 Hey, Lovely!

Do your kids love to watch the sky for Santa on Christmas Eve?

If so, you will LOVE this easy craft!

Kids can turn a Pringles can or any cardboard tube into a fun and festive telescope to watch the skies for Santa with!

We call this "Operations Santa Watch".

Isn't it the cutest ever?!

What an easy way to make Christmas Eve more special and memorable!

Click the link below to check it out!

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Cardboard Roll Nutcracker Craft https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-roll-nutcrackers/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-roll-nutcrackers/#respond Wed, 15 Dec 2021 14:00:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=43501 Welcome to DAY 15 of our Christmas craft blitz!

Today's spectacular nutcrackers are made from a cardboard roll.

Aren't they fantastic?!

These guys are easy to make. You just paint blocks of colour and then add a face and some craft odds and ends for detail.

These colourful nutcrackers will look amazing displayed on a mantel or table or hanging on your Christmas tree.

And your kids will love the super-creative process!

Click the link below to check them out! GO! GO!

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Shimmery “Christmas Balls” with Tinfoil and Sharpies https://happyhooligans.ca/cd-christmas-balls-foil-sharpies/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cd-christmas-balls-foil-sharpies/#respond Tue, 14 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=43461 Good morning, Lovely! It's Day 14 of our 21-Day Christmas Craft Blitz!

Today's craft is easy, easy, easy, and it's fun for all ages of kids.

Grab some aluminum foil and some Sharpies so the kids can make these these vibrant, iridescent "Christmas balls" to hang on the Christmas tree.

TIP: If you don't have CD's, cut circles out of cardboard!

Lots of sensory fun here with the slick feeling of Sharpies on foil, and scrunching and crunching the foil.

Click the link below to check out this simple but pretty project.

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Painted Egg Carton Ornaments https://happyhooligans.ca/painted-egg-carton-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/painted-egg-carton-ornaments/#respond Mon, 13 Dec 2021 12:32:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=43439 Happy Monday, Lovely, and Happy DAY 13 of our 21 days of Christmas crafts!

I'm so excited to share today's craft with you! It's so beautiful, you'll never believe it's made with just an egg carton and paint. T

These ornaments are SO easy to make, and absolutely gorgeous. And they allow kids to get super-creative with colours and design.

Don't you think they look like real old-fashioned vintage ornaments?

Click the link below to see how easy and beautiful they are! Go! Go!

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Baby Sock Keepsake Ornament https://happyhooligans.ca/baby-sock-keepsake-ornament/ https://happyhooligans.ca/baby-sock-keepsake-ornament/#respond Sun, 12 Dec 2021 14:38:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=43378 Welcome to DAY 12, My Lovely!

Today's Christmas craft takes less than 10 minutes to make, but it's one of the sweetest crafts ever.

You're going to turn a pair of baby socks into a keepsake ornament for the Christmas tree.

Parents, you'll use an actual pair of your baby's socks, so this ornament will be come more special as the your child grows up.

Daycare providers and teachers, pick up some baby socks at the dollar store because this is a great fine-motor craft for toddlers and preschoolers.

I hope you love this one as much as I do! Click the link below to check it out.

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Cardboard and Button Initial Ornament https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-and-button-initial-ornament/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-and-button-initial-ornament/#respond Sat, 11 Dec 2021 13:23:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=43399 It's DAY 11, Lovely!!

Young children will find today's craft extra special because the first letter of their name (the most important letter in the world!) is the star of the show.

This one is super-easy, fun and colourful.

Kids will strengthen their fine-motor skills and letter recognition skills while making this delightful initial ornament!

Click the link below to see it and to get the how-to!

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Cardboard Roll Christmas Tree Topper (Star) https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-roll-christmas-tree-topper-star/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-roll-christmas-tree-topper-star/#respond Fri, 10 Dec 2021 16:18:03 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=43411 DAY 10!!

OH MY GOSH!!!

Today's Christmas craft is OVER THE TOP!

It's seriously so simple, but I don't think we've ever made anything this freaking gorgeous!!!!

You won't care if you already have a tree topper because you are going to want to make this one no matter what.

Click the link below to check it out! GO! GO! GO!!

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Painted Santa Stones https://happyhooligans.ca/painted-santa-stones/ https://happyhooligans.ca/painted-santa-stones/#respond Thu, 09 Dec 2021 13:34:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=43316 Day 9 of our 21 Day Christmas Craft blitz brings you....

Our Adorable Painted Santa Stones!

If your kids can paint a straight line and dot paint with the end of a paintbrush, they can totally make these precious little Santa stones.!

Click the link below to see how charming they are! Go, go, go!

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Tiny Pom Pom Snowman Ornament https://happyhooligans.ca/tiny-pom-pom-snowman-ornament/ https://happyhooligans.ca/tiny-pom-pom-snowman-ornament/#respond Wed, 08 Dec 2021 00:00:03 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=43286 Happy Wednesday, Lovely, and welcome to Day 8 of our 21 Days of Christmas Crafts.

Today's craft is the sweetest little (and I DO mean little!) snowman you ever did see.

All you need to make him are 2 pom poms, a button and a piece of yarn.

Make him tiny to decorate a mini tree or make a larger version for a bigger Christmas tree.

Click the link below to see how super-cute and super-easy this one is!

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No-Sew Fabric Bookmarks https://happyhooligans.ca/no-sew-fabric-bookmarks/ https://happyhooligans.ca/no-sew-fabric-bookmarks/#comments Tue, 07 Dec 2021 04:45:48 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=43260 On the seventh day of Christmas, the Hooligans gave to me.....

No-Sew Fabric Bookmarks!

YES! They're no-sew so even the youngest crafters can make them.

All you need is a piece of cardboard and a small scrap of fabric. Add a yarn tassel, and kids will have a terrific homemade Christmas gift for a book-loving parent or friend..

Click the link below to see how awesome they look!

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Yarn and Cardboard Grinch Gnome Ornament https://happyhooligans.ca/grinch-gnome-craft/ https://happyhooligans.ca/grinch-gnome-craft/#comments Mon, 06 Dec 2021 15:12:34 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=43108 Welcome to Day 6 of our 21 Days of Christmas Crafts!

It's GRINCH Day!

Remember those awesome Gnome ornaments we made a couple of years ago?

Well, we've tweaked that craft to make GRINCH gnomes, and the results were adorable!!

Super-easy. Super-cute!

Click the link below to check them out! Go! Go!

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Santa Crafts for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/santa-crafts-for-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/santa-crafts-for-kids/#respond Sat, 04 Dec 2021 14:49:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=43329 Here’s a collection of our best Santa Crafts for kids. Whether you’re looking for a cute little Santa ornament for the Christmas tree or an easy Santa art activity, you will find something below to satisfy kids of every age. 6 Easy Santa Crafts for Kids Yarn and Cardboard Santa Ornaments These adorable Santa ornaments...

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Snowman Ornaments with Wine Cork Slices https://happyhooligans.ca/snowman-ornaments-with-wine-cork-slices/ https://happyhooligans.ca/snowman-ornaments-with-wine-cork-slices/#respond Sat, 04 Dec 2021 11:11:40 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=43179 Happy Saturday, Lovely, and welcome to DAY 4 of our 21 days of Christmas crafts!

Today, we're making the easiest-ever wine cork snowmen. They're stark, their simple, and they're beautiful.

All you need is a wine cork (makes 2 snowmen), buttons, ribbon and glue.

Click the link below to see how pretty they are! Go, Go!

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Cardboard Roll Icicles https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-roll-icicles/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-roll-icicles/#respond Fri, 03 Dec 2021 06:02:14 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=43129 It's Day 3 of our 21 Days of Christmas crafts!

Today, we bring you: Colourful Cardboard Roll Icicles!

They're quick, they're easy and they're gorgeous!

All you need ito make them is a toilet paper (or paper towel) roll and paint!

Make a bunch for your Christmas tree or hang them in your window!

Click the link below to see how pretty and easy they are! GO! GO!

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Wine Cork Crafts https://happyhooligans.ca/wine-cork-crafts/ https://happyhooligans.ca/wine-cork-crafts/#respond Thu, 02 Dec 2021 16:58:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=43190 Who doesn’t love a good wine cork craft? Or maybe I should say, who doesn’t love a good excuse to open a bottle of wine? This collection of our favourite wine cork crafts will provide you with the perfect excuse to uncork a bottle, pour a glass, and give the cork a second life in...

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Egg Carton Christmas Bells https://happyhooligans.ca/egg-carton-christmas-bells/ https://happyhooligans.ca/egg-carton-christmas-bells/#respond Thu, 02 Dec 2021 05:19:31 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=43090 It's Day 2 of our 21 Days of Christmas Crafts!

Today's craft is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, but older kids will love it too.

Grab an egg carton! We're making jingle bells! And you should see how beautiful they look!

Click the link below to check them out! Go! GO!

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Cardboard Bird Ornaments https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-bird-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-bird-ornaments/#respond Wed, 01 Dec 2021 06:39:58 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=43055 Happy December, Lovely!

We've been busy here crafting for the season, and I'm thrilled to tell you I have 21 brand new Christmas Craft ideas to share with you this month.

There's plenty for all age groups, and as always they're easy and made from things you have around the house, and they all look GREAT!

I'm kicking things off today with these simple and charming cardboard bird ornaments.

All you need is a cereal box, glue and some paint to make them!

Can you believe how gorgeous they are? Click the link below to see them. Go! Go!

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5 Angel Crafts for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/angel-crafts/ https://happyhooligans.ca/angel-crafts/#respond Tue, 30 Nov 2021 14:05:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=34887 Easy angel ornaments, greeting cards and gift toppers for kids and adults make. Perfect for home, Sunday School or the classroom. You may also like our collection of Sunday School Crafts for Kids. The angel crafts below are all made with basic craft materials and supplies you likely already have around the house. There are...

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Cardboard Roll Advent Wreath Craft https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-roll-advent-wreath-craft/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-roll-advent-wreath-craft/#respond Sun, 28 Nov 2021 08:24:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=42268 Happy Saturday, Lovely!

If you're looking for an adorable and meaningful craft to make with your kids this weekend check out our kid-friendly Advent wreath!

Even the youngest kids can "light" the candles every Sunday as they count down to Christmas. xx

Click the link below to check it out!

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21 Easy Halloween Crafts for Toddlers and Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/21-easy-halloween-crafts-toddler-will-love/ https://happyhooligans.ca/21-easy-halloween-crafts-toddler-will-love/#comments Mon, 25 Oct 2021 15:30:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=16644 If you're looking for easy, last-minute Halloween crafts for the kids to make this week, you'll love these easy, super-cute ideas!

I've rounded up 21 of my favourite easy Halloween crafts for toddlers and preschoolers. They're all simple and inexpensive to make, using stuff you already have around the house.

And BONUS: they're absolutely adorable! Click the link below to see them all now!

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Rainbow Happiness Craft https://happyhooligans.ca/rainbow-happiness-craft/ https://happyhooligans.ca/rainbow-happiness-craft/#respond Mon, 15 Mar 2021 18:34:44 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=42909 Hey Lovely!

Coming at you with another sweet and simple rainbow craft for St. Patrick's Day!

This one covers International Happiness Day (March 20) as well.

All you need is coloured paper, a pencil, a marker, scissors and glue.

This simple rainbow craft gets kids focusing on positive thoughts and the things that bring them joy.

Perfect for times like these when some days are more difficult than others. xo

Click the link below to check it out!

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TP Roll Heart Garland https://happyhooligans.ca/tp-roll-heart-garland/ https://happyhooligans.ca/tp-roll-heart-garland/#respond Tue, 09 Feb 2021 16:46:14 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=42808 Good morning, Lovely!

I have the cutest, colourful toilet roll craft for your kids to make for Valentine's Day.

It's a super-easy garland of hearts that you can string across a window, bookshelf, mantel etc.

It's so simple to make, but my goodness, it is SO pretty!!

Click the link below to see it! GO! GO!

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10 Homemade Valentine’s Cards Kids can Make https://happyhooligans.ca/10-homemade-valentines-cards-kids-can-make/ https://happyhooligans.ca/10-homemade-valentines-cards-kids-can-make/#respond Mon, 08 Feb 2021 13:16:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=35315 Happy Friday!

Just a quick line to let you know I've rounded up our best homemade Valentine's cards and put them into one post for you.

If your hooligans are making cards for their parents or friends this week, you'll want to check it out. :)

I've grouped them into two sections - one for kids under 5 and one for kids 5-12.

They're all fun and easy and each one provides kids with an interesting art or craft experience, so enjoy!

Just click the link below to check them out! Happy crafting!

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Overlapping Hearts Valentines Card (Toilet Roll Stamping) https://happyhooligans.ca/overlapping-hearts-valentines-card/ https://happyhooligans.ca/overlapping-hearts-valentines-card/#comments Sat, 06 Feb 2021 15:25:31 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=42781 Happy Weekend, Lovely!

One week to go until Valentine's Day, so I'm sure your little ones are ready for some "heart-filled" crafting.

These Valentine's cards are super-easy to make, and all ages will love the fun and colourful process.

All you need to make them is a cardboard roll and some paint!

Click the link below to see what it's all about! xx

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New Years Goal-Setting Activity (with painted jars) https://happyhooligans.ca/new-years-activity-painted-goal-jars/ https://happyhooligans.ca/new-years-activity-painted-goal-jars/#comments Mon, 28 Dec 2020 14:26:17 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=42601 Hello, Lovely!!

I hope you're having a peaceful and relaxing holiday.

I just wanted to pop in with a terrific New Years craft that you can do with all ages of kids.

It's a goal-setting activity and an art activity combined.

It's bright, it's colourful, and it's a whole lot of fun.

Click the link below to check it out!

Happy New Year, my friend. xx

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Painted Clothespin Christmas Ornaments https://happyhooligans.ca/painted-clothespin-christmas-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/painted-clothespin-christmas-ornaments/#respond Tue, 22 Dec 2020 19:47:02 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=42582 Hey Lovely!!

Just a quick little last-minute Christmas craft for the kids to make this week!

They clip right to the Christmas tree, and all you need to make them are wooden clothespins and paint!

Click the link below to check them out! xx

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Painted Cardboard Cookie Cutter Ornaments (colour-themed) https://happyhooligans.ca/painted-cardboard-cookie-cutter-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/painted-cardboard-cookie-cutter-ornaments/#comments Sat, 19 Dec 2020 07:26:03 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=42550 Happy Sunday, Lovely!

I have the quickest, easiest Christmas ornaments to share with you today!

They're simple cookie cutter shapes (printable in post), and we've made a whole set of red and white ones.

They're stunning!

You could have your kids make different coloured sets and hang them all over your tree or give the sets as little Christmas gifts.

Click the link below to see them ! Go! Go!

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Tissue Paper Stained Glass Christmas Shapes for Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/stained-glass-christmas-shapes-preschoolers/ https://happyhooligans.ca/stained-glass-christmas-shapes-preschoolers/#respond Fri, 18 Dec 2020 15:23:40 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=42283 Happy Friday, Lovely!!

I'm so excited about these colourful stained glass Christmas shapes!

We tweaked the traditional tissue paper stained glass process, and made it easy enough for toddlers and preschoolers.

You can hang these on your tree or decorate a whole window with them.

They're gorgeous!!

Click the link below to check them out!

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Fabric Scrap Christmas Cards https://happyhooligans.ca/fabric-scrap-christmas-cards/ https://happyhooligans.ca/fabric-scrap-christmas-cards/#comments Thu, 17 Dec 2020 16:25:04 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=42263 Good Morning, Lovely!

If you're looking for a fun, easy and lovely craft for the kids to make today, have them make these beautiful homemade Christmas cards.

They're perfect for giving to friends, neighbours, teachers, the bus driver etc. when you're giving a little gift or a gift card.

All you need is white paper and a few scraps of leftover fabric. If you don't have fabric, use colourful, patterned paper or wallpaper samples!

Hope you love them as much as we do! xx

Click the link below to check them out.

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Cardboard Gingerbread Star Ornament https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-gingerbread-star-ornament/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-gingerbread-star-ornament/#comments Wed, 16 Dec 2020 13:40:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=42275 Hey, hey, Lovely!!

Comin'' at you with your super-easy, super-cute Christmas craft of the day.

Remember the super-sweet gingerbread man and house craft I shared with you a couple of weeks ago?

Well, this one's similar but quite possibly even cuter.

Mmmm... yah. It's definitely cuter.

Just as easy though, so click the link below to check it out!

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Yarn and Cardboard Santa Ornaments for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/yarn-cardboard-santa-ornament/ https://happyhooligans.ca/yarn-cardboard-santa-ornament/#respond Tue, 15 Dec 2020 15:21:23 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=42278 Oh my gosh. Ok. Do you remember the absolutely adorable gnome ornaments we made last Christmas?

Well, we've made Santa ornaments the same way, and the cuteness is almost too much to handle!

All you need is cardboard a scrap of fabric (you could use paper) and yarn.

You have to check them out! Click the link below to see them. Go! Go!

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Fabric Scrap Christmas Tree Ornaments https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-fabric-scrap-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-fabric-scrap-ornaments/#respond Mon, 14 Dec 2020 21:32:28 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=42258 Happy Monday, Lovely!

I'm a little late getting our craft of the day to you today, but better late than never, right?

If you have some scrap cardboard, and leftover bits of fabric from other projects, these adorable ornaments are a terrific way to use them up!

The kids can hang them on the tree, or use them as gift-toppers this Christmas! xx

Click the link below to see how cute and easy they are!

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Folded Paper Ball Ornaments https://happyhooligans.ca/folded-paper-ball-ornament/ https://happyhooligans.ca/folded-paper-ball-ornament/#comments Sun, 13 Dec 2020 08:14:09 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=42280 Good Morning, Lovely!

I have the simplest, most beautiful homemade ornament to show you!

It's just folded paper, and what's cool, is that you can use your kids' artwork to make them.

They're ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS, and all you need to make them is paper and a glue stick.

Click the link below to see how easy and beautiful they are!

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10 Sunday School Christmas Crafts https://happyhooligans.ca/sunday-school-christmas-crafts/ https://happyhooligans.ca/sunday-school-christmas-crafts/#respond Fri, 11 Dec 2020 06:31:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=42403 Hello, Lovely!

Just wanted you to know that I've just rounded up all of my bible-based Christmas crafts and put them into one post for you.

If you need a craft for Sunday School, VBS, or a Christ-based Christmas craft, you'll find 10 easy ideas here.

Click the link below to check it out. xx

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Tissue Paper Stained Glass Stars https://happyhooligans.ca/tissue-paper-stained-glass-stars/ https://happyhooligans.ca/tissue-paper-stained-glass-stars/#respond Fri, 11 Dec 2020 01:54:13 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=42271 Good morning, Lovely!!

I have the most beautiful tissue paper stained glass project to share with you today.

You only need tissue paper and popsicle sticks to make them, but holy moly, they look just like real stained glass!

Have the kids make a whole bunch to decorate a window in your home or classroom.

What a cheery pop of colour on a dreary winter day.

Click the link below to check them out! Go! Go!

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Cardboard “Vintage” Christmas Ornament Craft https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-vintage-ornaments-craft/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-vintage-ornaments-craft/#respond Wed, 09 Dec 2020 21:42:56 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=42265 Hello, Lovely!!

On a mission to bring you a new holiday craft every day this December, and today is Day 9.

Check out these gorgeous "Vintage" Christmas tree ornaments! They're so pretty!!

All you need to make them is a piece of cardboard, paint, and craft gems, sequins, glitter etc.

Click the link below to check them out!

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Menorah Crafts for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/menorah-crafts-preschoolers/ https://happyhooligans.ca/menorah-crafts-preschoolers/#respond Wed, 09 Dec 2020 08:29:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=42349 If you're looking for menorah crafts for preschoolers, we have some AWESOME ones right here.

They're fun and easy to make, and toddlers and preschoolers can safely "light" the pretend candles all by themselves.

Click the link below to check them out!

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Egg Carton Menorah Craft https://happyhooligans.ca/egg-carton-menorah-craft/ https://happyhooligans.ca/egg-carton-menorah-craft/#respond Wed, 09 Dec 2020 07:17:55 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=42326 Hey, Lovely!

One last menorah craft, and it's the CUTEST one yet! It's the easiest to make too!

All you need is an egg carton, popsicle sticks and paint.

Click the link below to see just how pretty it is! xx

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Wine Cork Nutcracker Heads on a String https://happyhooligans.ca/cork-nutcracker-heads/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cork-nutcracker-heads/#respond Tue, 08 Dec 2020 13:04:23 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=42256 Good Morning, Lovely!

I have another adorable (and super-easy) homemade ornament to share with you.

Grab 2 wine corks (or champagne corks).

These nutcracker heads (similar to our Santa heads the other day) are so easy to make.

Hang them on your Christmas tree, or twist them around the neck of a bottle of wine, and give as a gift.

I absolutely LOVE them! Click the link below to check 'em out!

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Cardboard and Clothespin Menorah with Paper Flames https://happyhooligans.ca/clothespin-menorah/ https://happyhooligans.ca/clothespin-menorah/#respond Mon, 07 Dec 2020 21:21:39 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=42273 Hey Lovely! We are having so much fun making menorahs this month.

Hands down this is our prettiest one yet.

I just LOVE the colourful "candles". It's fun and easy to "light" too! Just pinch the clothespin open and add a flame. Great for fine motor development too!

Click the link below to see how pretty it is!

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Wine Cork Santas Ornament https://happyhooligans.ca/wine-cork-santas-ornament/ https://happyhooligans.ca/wine-cork-santas-ornament/#respond Sat, 05 Dec 2020 11:09:16 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=42238 Hey Lovely!!

Super-short, super-easy, super-cute little post here.

We turned wine corks into the most adorable little Santa ornaments.

You can hang them on your tree, or give them as add-ons if you're giving a bottle of wine at Christmas!

Click the link below to check them out! xx

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Wine Cork Menorah Craft that Kids can “Light” https://happyhooligans.ca/wine-cork-menorah-craft-that-kids-can-light/ https://happyhooligans.ca/wine-cork-menorah-craft-that-kids-can-light/#respond Fri, 04 Dec 2020 22:52:17 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=42215 Hey Lovely!!

I have another absolutely adorable menorah that kids can safely "light" by themselves for Hanukkah.

This time we're using wine corks and toothpicks for the candles.

Your kids are going to love it. It's just the prettiest!

Click the link below to check it out!

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Adorable, Easy Gingerbread Man and House Ornament https://happyhooligans.ca/gingerbread-man-and-house-ornament/ https://happyhooligans.ca/gingerbread-man-and-house-ornament/#respond Thu, 03 Dec 2020 21:20:07 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=42199 Hey Lovely! I am on a mission to bring you a new holiday craft every day between now and Christmas.

I can assure you, they'll all be easy, made with basic craft supplies and recyclables, and they'll all be ADORABLE.

Case in point: today's super-cute gingerbread man in his gingerbread house.

These were inspired by a store-bought ornament (you can see it in the post), but I honestly think our homemade version is cuter!

Click the link below for the how-to!

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Toilet Paper Roll Menorah https://happyhooligans.ca/toilet-paper-roll-menorah/ https://happyhooligans.ca/toilet-paper-roll-menorah/#comments Wed, 02 Dec 2020 16:29:24 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=42172 Hey Lovely!

I have the most ADORABLE menorah craft to share with you today!

It's ridiculously easy to make, and totally safe for toddlers and preschoolers to "light" by themselves.

Click the link below to see how gosh-darn cute it is!

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Painted Plastic Egg Christmas Ornaments https://happyhooligans.ca/painted-plastic-egg-christmas-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/painted-plastic-egg-christmas-ornaments/#respond Tue, 01 Dec 2020 04:41:19 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=42153 HEY Lovely!!

It's December! My favourite month for crafting, and we're kicking things off with these GORGEOUS painted egg ornaments!

Grab a few of those dollar store plastic Easter eggs and paint, and prepare yourself for the most magical makeover ever!

Click the link below to see how ours turned out! They're incredible! Go! Go!

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Cork and Clothespin Nutcracker Ornament https://happyhooligans.ca/cork-and-clothespin-nutcracker-ornament/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cork-and-clothespin-nutcracker-ornament/#respond Wed, 25 Nov 2020 20:33:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=42108 Okay, okay, okay!!!

I CANNOT WAIT for you to see these adorable nutcracker ornaments.

They're seriously the cutest things ever, and all you need to make them is a wine cork, a clothespin and some paint.

Hang them on your tree, or have the kids make them in sets to give as gifts to family and friends this Christmas!

You have to check them out! GO! GO!

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Halloween Silhouette Art with Painted Parchment or Wax Paper https://happyhooligans.ca/halloween-silhouette-art-painted-wax-paper/ https://happyhooligans.ca/halloween-silhouette-art-painted-wax-paper/#respond Fri, 30 Oct 2020 19:47:46 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=41763 Hey Lovely!!

The spookiest day of the year is finally here, and we have one last super-cool Halloween craft for your kids today.

It's a vibrant piece of spooky Silhouette art, and all you need to make it is paint, parchment paper or wax paper, and black paper.

We've hung ours in our dining room window, and when the sun shines through it... oh my! Brilliant!!

Click the link below to check it out! Go! Go!

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Yarn and Cardboard Witch Craft for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-witch-craft-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-witch-craft-kids/#respond Fri, 23 Oct 2020 21:43:53 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=41693 Well, hellooooo, my pretty!! Eeee-heee-hee-hee.

Ok, I'm not sure if you read that in a witch's voice, but hopefully you did because I have thee CUTEST witch craft ever to share with you today!

Seriously. So cute. So easy. All you need is some cardboard and a few scraps and odds and ends from the craft cupboard.

I'm dying for you to see them. Please let me know what you think.

Click the link below to check them out!! EEEEK! xx

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Cardboard Pumpkin String Art Craft for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-pumpkin-string-art-craft-for-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-pumpkin-string-art-craft-for-kids/#comments Wed, 14 Oct 2020 21:22:33 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=41617 Hey lovely!

I have another adorable Halloween craft to share with you.

This one is super-easy and requires very little prep and clean up and just a few basic supplies.

If your kids enjoyed our Cardboard Heart String Art project last year, they'll likely love this one too!

Click the link below to check it out!

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Milk Carton Haunted House Craft https://happyhooligans.ca/milk-carton-haunted-house-craft/ https://happyhooligans.ca/milk-carton-haunted-house-craft/#respond Tue, 13 Oct 2020 19:45:08 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=41602 We made the most adorable haunted houses the other day using only milk cartons and a few odds and ends from the scrap cupboard.

They were super-fun and easy to make and they turned out great - even better than I had envisioned.

It's a great craft for all ages, and you can make just one or two, or an entire village!

Wouldn't they look cute all lined up on a windowsill in your home or classroom?

Click the link below to see how sweet they are! Go! Go!

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Easy Ways to Dye One-Of-A-Kind Eggs with Your Kids This Easter https://happyhooligans.ca/creative-ways-to-dye-easter-eggs/ https://happyhooligans.ca/creative-ways-to-dye-easter-eggs/#respond Fri, 10 Apr 2020 15:01:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=35489 Hey Lovely!

I know Easter looks a lot different this year, but we can still have fun at home with our own families!

If you're planning on dyeing eggs this weekend, take a look at these cool and creative techniques!

They're all easy. I promise! But they produce some of the most beautiful eggs you'll ever decorate.

BONUS: There's even a way to decorate gorgeous plastic dollar store eggs if you don't want to use real eggs!

Click the link below! Go! Go!

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15 Valentines Crafts for 5-10 Year Olds https://happyhooligans.ca/valentines-crafts-5-10-year-olds/ https://happyhooligans.ca/valentines-crafts-5-10-year-olds/#respond Sat, 08 Feb 2020 01:25:06 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=40165 If you’re looking for some terrific Valentines crafts for 5-10 year olds to do this year, you’ll find lots of inspiration here. I’ve rounded up 15 of our best Valentines Day ideas for elementary students and put them in one spot for you. Many of the Valentines crafts you’ll find on my blog were made...

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11 Valentines Crafts for Tweens and Teens https://happyhooligans.ca/valentines-crafts-tweens-teens/ https://happyhooligans.ca/valentines-crafts-tweens-teens/#respond Fri, 07 Feb 2020 15:30:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=40128 Hey Lovely!

Have I told you lately how much I LOVE you for following along with our activities. I truly do. You have no idea how much it means to me. <3 With Valentines right around the corner, I'm rounding up some of the very best Valentines crafts we've made over the years. The collection I'm sharing today is geared to the 8 and up crowd. If you have pre-tweens, tweens and teens in the house, these gorgeous crafts will keep them busy right through to Valentines Day. <3 Click the link below to check them out!

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Styrofoam Printmaking for Kids (Block Printing) https://happyhooligans.ca/styrofoam-printmaking/ https://happyhooligans.ca/styrofoam-printmaking/#comments Mon, 03 Feb 2020 21:22:14 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=40021 GAHH! We are on such a roll with our Valentines crafts, and they're all so super-cool.

Ok, you have to check these out, Lovely.

We tried "printmaking" and we just used a styrofoam produce tray (from the grocery store) and a paint roller.

I can't believe how flipping awesome the process and results were.

I want to make all of my holiday cards this way now!

SUPER-fun and preschoolers can do this just as easily as teens!

Click the link below and do this with your kids this week!! xx

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Cardboard Valentines Cookie Craft for All Ages https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-valentines-cookie-craft-for-all-ages/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-valentines-cookie-craft-for-all-ages/#respond Sat, 01 Feb 2020 03:16:50 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=39923 EEEK!

Ok! I think this might be my favourite Valentines craft EVER, and you know what's awesome? Any age can make it. My tweens and teens LOVED it, but preschoolers will too!

We made these cardboard Valentines cookies today, and oh my gosh! They look so real! They look just like fancy bake shop Valentines cookies, and they were SO easy to make!

Super-easy to prep, a ton of fun (it kept my gang busy for over an hour), and such a great creative process!

Click the link below to check them out! Go! Go!

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Yarn-Wrapped Pipe Cleaner Heart Craft https://happyhooligans.ca/yarn-pipe-cleaner-heart/ https://happyhooligans.ca/yarn-pipe-cleaner-heart/#comments Thu, 30 Jan 2020 18:41:51 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=39818 Happy Thursday, Lovely!

If your older kids are crafting for Valentines this week, they'll love making these pretty heart ornaments.

I stumbled upon this process accidentally when I was playing around with pipe cleaners and yarn this weekend, and now I'm obsessed!

These hearts are so simple but so pretty. Hang them individually or string them into a mobile.

Click the link below to check them out.

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Painted Heart Worry Stones for Kids with Separation Anxiety https://happyhooligans.ca/heart-worry-stones/ https://happyhooligans.ca/heart-worry-stones/#respond Tue, 28 Jan 2020 01:51:13 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=39824 Good morning, Lovely!

I have the sweetest craft to share with you today. Your kids can make these, but you might want to make them too!

They're "worry stones" with a heart painted on the front and a loving message printed on the back.

They're wonderful to make for kids who struggle with separation anxiety, worries and stress.

They can carry them in their pocket and give it a squeeze when they're missing their parents or when they're upset.

They were so fun and easy to make, and they look just darling.

Click the link below to check them out!

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Cardboard Heart String Art https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-heart-string-art/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-heart-string-art/#comments Mon, 27 Jan 2020 14:32:27 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=39820 Happy Monday, Lovely!

I'm sharing our first Valentines craft of the season, and it's so fun and pretty!

We're doing "string art" (heart shaped, of course), but there's no need for wood, nails or tacks.

Kids can learn the basics of making string art designs using just cardboard and string or fine yarn.

Click the link below to check out the designs we made. They're so pretty!

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Printable Kindness Calendar for February https://happyhooligans.ca/printable-kindness-calendar-february/ https://happyhooligans.ca/printable-kindness-calendar-february/#comments Sat, 25 Jan 2020 21:28:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=18984 Our FREE Printable Kindness Calendar will have you and your kids practicing random acts of kindness, and spreading warmth and happiness to friends, neighbours and your community all month long. These acts of kindness are easy to do together as a family, and help teach children the importance of doing for others, and experience the...

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Cardboard Sugar Cookie Ornaments https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-sugar-cookie-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-sugar-cookie-ornaments/#respond Sat, 21 Dec 2019 18:55:46 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=39436 EEK! I'm so thrilled with how our last Christmas ornament of the season turned out.

They were SO easy to make, and oh my gosh, they look yummy enough to eat!

I keep doing a double take because they're sitting on my counter, and they look like real cookies!

Click the link below to check them out!

And MERRY CHRISTMAS, Lovely! Thank you for following along with us. It means so much to me that you do, and that you enjoy our crafts and activities so much. xx

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Homemade Button Snowman Christmas Card https://happyhooligans.ca/button-snowman-card/ https://happyhooligans.ca/button-snowman-card/#comments Fri, 20 Dec 2019 17:22:30 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=39426 Happy Friday, Lovely!

I have another quick and easy Christmas craft for you today!

If your kids are making homemade cards, you have to check out this ADORABLE button snowman card.

It's so easy - you can make it in under 5 minutes. And if you're anything like me, you won't be able to resist making a stash to keep on hand for yourself.

They're SO SWEET!

Click the link below to check them out! xx

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Easy DIY Glitter Ornaments https://happyhooligans.ca/diy-glitter-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/diy-glitter-ornaments/#comments Thu, 19 Dec 2019 21:53:02 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=39406 Ok, Lovely! We've made some super-cute ornaments this year, but this one is by far the most elegant and beautiful.

These glittered ornaments are perfect for tweens and teens to make, and even crafty grown-ups too.

If you have an aversion to glitter, don't worry. The glitter is contained! You might not want to try this one with toddlers or preschoolers though. It could get messy.

Click the link below how absolutely beautiful they are!

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Mason Jar Lid Wreath – with Ribbons and Buttons https://happyhooligans.ca/mason-jar-lid-wreath-with-ribbons-and-buttons/ https://happyhooligans.ca/mason-jar-lid-wreath-with-ribbons-and-buttons/#respond Wed, 18 Dec 2019 16:33:46 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=39382 Wrap ribbon around a mason jar lid, and decorate it with buttons for a pretty homemade wreath ornament to hang on your Christmas tree. This easy Christmas craft is great for kids and adults alike, and only takes about 30 minutes to make. We’ve made a few different button wreaths in the past and we’ve...

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Easy Snowman Belly Ornament https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-snowman-belly-ornament/ https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-snowman-belly-ornament/#respond Wed, 18 Dec 2019 03:55:24 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=39368 Happy Wednesday, Lovely!

One week to go until the big day!

Ok, Christmas crafting doesn't get any easier than this.

These snowman bellies are so simple to make, so they're great if you're running short on time, but the kids want to get one more ornament made before Christmas!

Click the link below to check them out!

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Plastic Egg Reindeer Craft https://happyhooligans.ca/plastic-egg-reindeer-craft/ https://happyhooligans.ca/plastic-egg-reindeer-craft/#comments Tue, 17 Dec 2019 22:06:57 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=39350 Hey Lovely!

Oh my gosh. I really hope you don't hate me for sharing so many posts with you recently.

We've just made so many crazy-adorable Christmas crafts and I so want to get them all out to you before Christmas arrives.

I promise, we will start earlier next year so I can space them out better!

Anyway, our latest is these super-easy, super-cute reindeer ornaments made from plastic Easter eggs!

If you have a stash of those dollar store eggs hidden away somewhere, dig them out. These reindeer are so fun and easy to make!

Click the link below to see them!

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Paper Plate Popcorn Santa Craft https://happyhooligans.ca/paper-plate-popcorn-santa/ https://happyhooligans.ca/paper-plate-popcorn-santa/#respond Tue, 17 Dec 2019 17:37:01 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=39322 Happy Tuesday, Lovely!

Oh my gosh. We are just killing it when it comes to totally ADORABLE Christmas crafts this year.

And they're so stinkin' easy!

Look at these popcorn Santas and tell me they're not the sweetest thing ever!

They only took about 15 minutes to make.

And... the popcorn not only provides a sensory experience for the kids, it gives them something to snack on while crafting!

Click the link below to check them out! xx

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Easy Gnome Ornament for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-gnome-ornament-for-kids-to-make/ https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-gnome-ornament-for-kids-to-make/#comments Mon, 16 Dec 2019 15:05:40 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=39301 Happy Monday, Lovely!

Ok! You have to see these! They're the cutest ornaments ever!

I had the older hooligans over for a craft day yesterday, and we made a ton of great stuff, but these gnome ornaments were our absolute favourite!

They're so simple to make, but oh my gosh! They're so sweet!

I hope your gang loves making them as much as we did!

Just click the link below to check them out! xo

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Painted Cardboard Initial Ornaments https://happyhooligans.ca/painted-cardboard-initial-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/painted-cardboard-initial-ornaments/#respond Sat, 14 Dec 2019 18:17:48 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=39282 Happy Weekend, Lovely!

I'm striving to share one new Christmas craft per day with you this month, and here's our latest!

It's another super-easy initial ornament that your kids can make today.

Keep them as simple as you like, or get creative with your paint techniques like some of my gang did to create a really unique personalized ornament for the tree!

Hope your hooligans enjoy this one as much as we did!

Click the link below to check it out!

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Self-Portrait Ornaments (with Styrofoam Balls) https://happyhooligans.ca/self-portrait-ornaments-styrofoam-balls/ https://happyhooligans.ca/self-portrait-ornaments-styrofoam-balls/#respond Fri, 13 Dec 2019 04:06:35 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=39232 EEK!! This may just be our cutest ornament yet!!

We made these self-portrait ornaments recently, and I can't get over how ADORABLE they are.

I mean, look at them. Are they not the sweetest things you've ever seen?

They were SUPER-simple to make too! All you need is a styrofoam ball, paint and some yarn.

TOO CUTE! Click the link below to check them out. x

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Yarn-Wrapped Cardboard Initial Ornaments https://happyhooligans.ca/yarn-wrapped-initial-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/yarn-wrapped-initial-ornaments/#respond Thu, 12 Dec 2019 15:22:21 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=39217 Goor morning, Lovely!

I have another adorable Christmas ornament for your kids to make today.

It's SUPER-easy and requires very little prep or clean up!

These pretty initial ornaments are made with just cardboard, yarn and buttons.

They're great for strengthening fine motor skills and co-ordination, and a super way to use up some scrap balls of yarn!

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Sharpie and Tinfoil “Stained Glass” Christmas Trees https://happyhooligans.ca/sharpie-and-tinfoil-stained-glass-christmas-trees/ https://happyhooligans.ca/sharpie-and-tinfoil-stained-glass-christmas-trees/#respond Wed, 11 Dec 2019 14:58:04 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=39196 Good Morning, Lovely!!

I have a really quick and easy Christmas craft to share with you today.

It's gorgeous and it's virtually mess-free!

All ages will love this one! They really do look like stained glass. They're truly beautiful!

Hope your kids can have fun with this one today! Click the link below to check them out. xo

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Gingerbread Crafts for Kids (Non-Candy Ideas) https://happyhooligans.ca/gingerbread-crafts-for-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/gingerbread-crafts-for-kids/#comments Tue, 10 Dec 2019 12:50:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=31283 These gingerbread crafts are all easy and adorable, and HOORAY, they're all candy-free.

They're perfect for home or the classroom and there's something here for every age, toddler through tween.

Click the link below to see them all!

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10 Easy Reindeer Crafts for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-reindeer-crafts/ https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-reindeer-crafts/#comments Mon, 09 Dec 2019 04:48:47 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=39139 'Morning, Lovely!

Just wanted you to know that I've rounded up all of our REINDEER crafts, and put them all into one post for you.

They're all easy and super-adorable, and there's something here for all age groups.

Hopefully your hooligans can have some fun with making these this week. :)

Click the link below to check 'em out!

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Easy Button Christmas Tree Ornaments & Table Toppers https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-button-christmas-tree-ornaments-table-toppers/ https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-button-christmas-tree-ornaments-table-toppers/#comments Fri, 06 Dec 2019 23:24:58 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=39157 Squeal!!! I'm so excited to share our latest ornaments with you!

I've been dying to make these for ages, and the kids and I finally made a bunch.

You can hang them on the Christmas tree or use them as table toppers!

I'm making one to put at each plate at our Family Christmas dinner, so everyone can take one home with them.

They're absolutely beautiful! And they're SUPER-EASY to make!

Click the link below to check them out! xx

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Wine Cork Snowman Ornament https://happyhooligans.ca/wine-cork-snowman-ornament/ https://happyhooligans.ca/wine-cork-snowman-ornament/#respond Thu, 05 Dec 2019 21:46:44 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=39125 Good Morning, Lovely!

Just a quick but adorable craft to share with you today!

This cork snowman ornament is wonderful to give along with a bottle of wine!

Just slip it over the neck of the bottle, and voila... the recipient of your gift gets a Christmas tree decoration along with their bottle of wine!

They're SO CUTE!

Click the link below to see how to make them!

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Mason Jar Lid Photo Ornament https://happyhooligans.ca/mason-jar-lid-photo-ornament/ https://happyhooligans.ca/mason-jar-lid-photo-ornament/#respond Sat, 30 Nov 2019 17:19:08 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=39067 Happy Weekend, Lovely!

I have the cutest (and easiest!) homemade ornament to share with you today!

Grab some jar lids and some photos of your child, and make these keepsake ornaments to make for your Christmas tree or to give as gifts.

I still cherish the ones my boys made when they were little. They're SO CUTE!

Check them out with the link below!

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Cardboard Gingerbread Man Ornament (with Printable Template) https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-gingerbread-man-ornament/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-gingerbread-man-ornament/#respond Mon, 25 Nov 2019 14:56:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=39003 Happy Monday, Lovely!

I hope your week is off to a good start!

I'm so excited! We kicked off our Christmas crafting season Friday, and we made a bunch of really easy, terrific ornaments, so I'll be sharing those with you in the coming days.

I'm starting with this completely adorable Cardboard Gingerbread Man. My older hooligans made these, but they're simple enough for toddlers and preschoolers to make too.

Check them out with the link below. They're SOOO cute!!

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Cardboard Roll Christmas Candle Craft for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/christmas-candle-craft-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/christmas-candle-craft-kids/#comments Wed, 06 Nov 2019 14:00:20 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=31197 Who's ready for some Christmas crafts? You can never start too early, right?

These easy cardboard roll candles are GORGEOUS!

They're really fun and easy for all ages to make too. Even my tweens LOVED this craft.

Grab some paint, tissue paper and paper towel rolls. These look beautiful displayed on a window, mantle or table top!

Click the link below to check them out!

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7 Cute Alternatives to the Elf on the Shelf https://happyhooligans.ca/7-alternatives-elf-shelf/ https://happyhooligans.ca/7-alternatives-elf-shelf/#comments Wed, 06 Nov 2019 07:47:26 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=17507 Hey, Lovelies!

If you're looking for a fun way to count down the days to Christmas with your kids, but you find the Elf on the Shelf thing a little creepy, you'll love these ideas!

I have 7 fab alternatives to Elf on the Shelf that make the month of December fun and meaningful for your family and none of them require that little elf.

In particular, I love #7. It's what I did for years with my boys, and they still talk about how exciting and special it was. Bonus: it really helps kids who can't handle the anxiety of waiting in those last few days before Christmas.

Click the link below to check them all out!

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Adorable Shirt and Tie Father’s Day Card {With Fabric Necktie} https://happyhooligans.ca/shirt-and-fabric-tie-card/ https://happyhooligans.ca/shirt-and-fabric-tie-card/#comments Mon, 13 May 2019 04:09:26 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=32765 Hey Lovely! Hope you had a wonderful Mother's Day!

We're shifting right into Father's Day crafting now, and I wanted to share one of our favourite Father's Day cards.

We used fabric scraps and buttons to put a spin on the classic paper shirt and tie card.

It's super-cute and really easy to make.

Just click the link below to check it out!

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4 Homemade Mother’s Day Cards for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/homemade-mothers-day-cards-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/homemade-mothers-day-cards-kids/#respond Sun, 12 May 2019 15:01:09 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=37164 Happy Mother's Day, Lovely!

If you have kids looking for some last minute, homemade Mother's Day card ideas, I've put together our very favourites here.

They're all easy but really fun and creative ideas, and there's something here for all age groups.

Click the link below to check them out.

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Painted Clay Dough Easter Egg Ornaments https://happyhooligans.ca/painted-clay-dough-easter-eggs/ https://happyhooligans.ca/painted-clay-dough-easter-eggs/#respond Sat, 20 Apr 2019 06:20:32 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=36249 Happy Easter, Lovelies!

I have one last Easter craft to share with you this season, and it's GORGEOUS!

We used our 3-ingredient white clay recipe (It's awesome!) to make these beautiful painted clay dough Easter egg ornaments.

The kids loved decorating them!

They'd be perfect to hang on an Easter tree, but they'd make great gifts too. Maybe one at everyone's place setting at the Easter table?

Goodness, I just love them. They were so fun and easy to make!

Click the link below to check them out!

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Painted Plastic Easter Eggs https://happyhooligans.ca/painted-plastic-easter-eggs/ https://happyhooligans.ca/painted-plastic-easter-eggs/#respond Tue, 09 Apr 2019 23:53:03 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=35966 GAH!

I am SO excited to share our latest Easter craft with you!

We painted plastic dollar store eggs and the results are GORGEOUS!

You have to make these with your kids this year!

Check out how beautiful they are! Go! Go!

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Crumpled Tissue Paper Easter Egg Craft for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/crumpled-tissue-paper-easter-egg-craft/ https://happyhooligans.ca/crumpled-tissue-paper-easter-egg-craft/#respond Wed, 20 Mar 2019 01:49:37 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=35656 Eek! Is there anything I love more than a holiday theme when it comes to crafting?

I am in love with our latest Easter craft.

It's super-simple, super-gorgeous, and it's great for all ages. Totally do-able for toddlers and preschoolers, but even my 11 and 12 year old LOVED it!

Oh, and, you probably have everything you need on hand already. :)

Check it out!! Isn't it pretty?

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Fabulous Easter Egg Crafts for Kids for Toddlers to Tweens https://happyhooligans.ca/easter-egg-crafts-for-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/easter-egg-crafts-for-kids/#respond Mon, 18 Mar 2019 06:58:44 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=35491 Happy Monday, Lovely! Hope you had a good weekend.

It was my husband's birthday (St. Patrick's Day), so we were busy celebrating that, but I sat down late last night and put together this little round up for you.

With St. Patrick's Day over, a lot of you will be moving on to Easter crafting, or at least planning for it, so I rounded up a bunch of our all time favourite Easter crafts so you'd have them all in one spot

Be sure to pin it so you have it handy for later, and feel free to use the Facebook share button at the top of the page so your parent and teacher friends will see it too.

Click the link below to check them all out! x

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Marbleized Easter Eggs with Oil, Vinegar and Food Colouring https://happyhooligans.ca/marbleized-easter-eggs-oil-vinegar-food-colour/ https://happyhooligans.ca/marbleized-easter-eggs-oil-vinegar-food-colour/#comments Sun, 10 Mar 2019 12:55:05 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=23896 Eeeeek! I am SO EXCITED to show you this fabulous process for dyeing Easter eggs today! We're using a 2-step process that gives real eggs a beautiful, glossy, "marbleized' effect! All you need is food colouring, water, vinegar and olive oil! The process is really easy, and guys, the results ARE GORGEOUS! Look, look!!

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Painted Rock Easter Egg Craft for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/painted-rock-easter-eggs-craft/ https://happyhooligans.ca/painted-rock-easter-eggs-craft/#respond Wed, 06 Mar 2019 22:10:41 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=35475 Eek! I've been waiting so long to make these with the kids, and I'm so excited to finally share them with you!

What a great craft for all ages. Even grown-ups will enjoy them.

These painted rock Easter eggs were so fun and easy to make!

All you need are some rocks and paint, and just look at how gorgeous they turned out

Wouldn't these be pretty displayed in a basket or scattered on your Easter dinner table?

Click the link below to check them out, and make some with your kids this Easter!

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Tissue Paper Valentine’s Hearts https://happyhooligans.ca/tissue-paper-heart-craft/ https://happyhooligans.ca/tissue-paper-heart-craft/#respond Wed, 13 Feb 2019 15:32:15 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=35243 If you're looking for a last-minute Valentines craft for the kids to make today, this one's terrific!

All ages will enjoy this one. Pre-tweens and tweens love it as much as the toddlers and preschoolers do.

It's a great way to repurpose your stash of tissue paper, and you have to agree, it's a really gorgeous craft!

Click the link below to check it out! Have fun and from our house to yours, have a very happy Valentine's Day!

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Valentines Paper Fortune Cookies for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/valentine-paper-fortune-cookies/ https://happyhooligans.ca/valentine-paper-fortune-cookies/#comments Wed, 06 Feb 2019 22:27:15 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=35283 Guys! This is such an awesome Valentine's craft for your kids to make! It's great for a last-minute Valentine's crafting session too because it's so quick and easy.

With 2 simple folds, you can make these paper fortune cookies in a few seconds. (I've included another step-by-step video in the post for you). :)

Use some fancy paper or have the kids decorate plain paper beforehand to make them extra special.

Aren't they just the CUTEST?! Click the link below to check them out!

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Easy Folded Paper Heart Craft for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/folded-paper-heart-craft/ https://happyhooligans.ca/folded-paper-heart-craft/#respond Tue, 05 Feb 2019 22:00:28 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=35267 Ok, I have the cutest (and easiest) little Valentine's craft to share with you today.

These folded 3-D hearts are so fun and easy to make!

Plus, look how beautiful they are!

Have the kids make a bunch to give to friends on Valentine's Day! Click the link below to check them out!

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Easy Tissue Paper Rose Craft for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-tissue-paper-rose-craft/ https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-tissue-paper-rose-craft/#respond Mon, 04 Feb 2019 21:44:02 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=35245 Hello, Lovely!

I just wanted to share our latest Valentines post with you! You have to check it out. It's gorgeous!

We made these tissue paper roses the other day, and I'm in LOVE with them! I have a little vase of them sitting on my desk, and they look so real.

So sweet for kids to give to Mom for Valentine's Day!

Plus.... I made another VIDEO to show you how to make them. YAY! I'm really loving making these step-by-step videos for the instructional posts. I feel like I'm connecting with you in an entirely different way.

I hope you'll check it out! Just click on the link below!

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Milk Carton Valentines Houses for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/milk-carton-valentines-houses/ https://happyhooligans.ca/milk-carton-valentines-houses/#comments Sun, 03 Feb 2019 11:50:29 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=23358 Eeee! Another beautiful and oh-so-easy Valentines craft for your little ones to make this year! Check out these gorgeous Valentines houses we made last week using milk cartons and a handful of crafty odds and ends! They're similar to gingerbread houses, but oh, the colours! And the sparkly gems! And the glitter... I could look at these little houses all day long! I hope you love them as much as we do!

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Sharpie and Alcohol Valentines Craft For Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/sharpie-and-alcohol-valentines/ https://happyhooligans.ca/sharpie-and-alcohol-valentines/#comments Fri, 01 Feb 2019 20:46:19 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=23521 Oh my goodness, my lovelies! Feast your eyes on THIS! Check out the gorgeous heart ornaments we made the other day with sharpies and rubbing alcohol. It doesn't matter how many times we do this experiement, it blows me away every time! Have you ever seen anything so beautiful? And it's SO easy! Go, go! Check it out!

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Glittered Heart Valentines Ornaments with Homemade Clay Dough https://happyhooligans.ca/valentines-ornament-2-ingredient-clay-dough/ https://happyhooligans.ca/valentines-ornament-2-ingredient-clay-dough/#comments Fri, 01 Feb 2019 11:43:36 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=23539 Eeee! Ok, this might be my favourite Valentines craft so far this year!!!

We've used our infamous 2-ingredient white clay dough to make these dazzling Valentines ornaments! I just LOVE how they sparkle and shine! And the colours... oh my WORD! They're gorgeous!

I love this clay dough so much. It's SO easy to make! It's just baking soda and corn flour, so it dries to this brilliant, bright white which looks stunning with the sparkly colours we've topped them with! Have a look! Aren't they just beautiful?

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Woven Craft Stick Snowflake Ornaments https://happyhooligans.ca/woven-craft-stick-snowflake-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/woven-craft-stick-snowflake-ornaments/#comments Sat, 12 Jan 2019 13:44:19 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=25527 We're making snowflakes today!

But not your ordinary snowflakes.

Nooo, these are gorgeous woven snowflakes decked out in shimmering gems and sequins.

They're just so pretty!

Make a bunch for the Christmas tree or hang them in a window.

Your kids will love the process. Wouldn't these look beautiful hanging in your home or classroom?

Check the out with the link below!

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Mason Jar Lid Snowman Craft https://happyhooligans.ca/mason-jar-lid-snowman-craft/ https://happyhooligans.ca/mason-jar-lid-snowman-craft/#respond Sat, 29 Dec 2018 16:17:53 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=35029 Here's a quick and easy snowman craft for the kids to make this week.

if you have mason jar lids and some ribbon and tissue paper scraps, you've got this covered.

Click the link below to check it out!

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Wine Cork Reindeer Ornament Craft https://happyhooligans.ca/wine-cork-reindeer-ornament-craft/ https://happyhooligans.ca/wine-cork-reindeer-ornament-craft/#respond Tue, 25 Dec 2018 17:12:55 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=35017 Happy Boxing Day! I hope you're enjoying your holidays so far!

Just thought i'd pop in with another quick and easy wine cork craft.

These look sweet on the Christmas tree, and like our wine cork angels, they're a cute little add-on if you're giving a bottle of wine as a hostess gift over the holidays.

Just drape your little reindeer over the neck of the bottle of wine, and your recipient gets a cute handmade ornament along with their wine.

These guys are pretty darn cute, and you can set your 5+ aged kids up to make a bunch of these for you!

Click the link below to check them out.

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Mason Jar Lid Reindeer Ornament for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/mason-jar-lid-reindeer-ornament-craft-for-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/mason-jar-lid-reindeer-ornament-craft-for-kids/#respond Tue, 25 Dec 2018 05:19:19 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=35006 Merry Christmas!!

I thought I'd sneak in this quick and easy reindeer craft even though Christmas is already here. It's just too cute to not share.

If your kids are looking to get crafty over the holiday break, set them up with this simple craft!

The cuteness factor is over the top!

Click the link below to check them out!

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No-Tie Ribbon Christmas Tree Craft for Toddlers and Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/scrap-ribbon-tree-ornament-toddlers/ https://happyhooligans.ca/scrap-ribbon-tree-ornament-toddlers/#respond Fri, 21 Dec 2018 17:13:08 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=34954 We're in the homestretch now!

I hope you've been enjoying our daily Christmas craft this month.

I have another really easy one to share with you today. It's great for last-minute Christmas crafting sessions because it's really easy to make.

These ribbon scrap Christmas trees are perfect for toddlers and preschoolers. They'll love exploring ribbon colours, textures and patterns, and painting is always fun.

Click the link below to check them out.

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Easy Coffee Filter Angel Craft and Ornament For Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/coffee-filter-angel-craft-ornament/ https://happyhooligans.ca/coffee-filter-angel-craft-ornament/#respond Thu, 20 Dec 2018 17:26:50 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=34934 Hey Lovely!

The countdown is on! If you have time left or some Christmas crafting, this angel ornament is super-quick and easy to make, and super-cute too.

It's virtually no-mess, so if you're looking for a last minute Christmas ornament to make with the kids this week, this one is winner!

Click the link below to check it out.

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Christmas Bulb Reindeer Ornament https://happyhooligans.ca/christmas-bulb-reindeer-ornament/ https://happyhooligans.ca/christmas-bulb-reindeer-ornament/#respond Thu, 20 Dec 2018 06:30:43 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=34913 Ok, Here's a really simple Christmas ornament your kids can make today.

My son made one of these adorable reindeer for me when he was in kindergarten 15 years ago. It's still one of my favourite ornaments to hang on the tree every year.

Makes a cute gift-topper too!

Click the link below to check out how cute they are!

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Cookie Cutter Sheet Music Ornaments https://happyhooligans.ca/cookie-cutter-sheet-music-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cookie-cutter-sheet-music-ornaments/#respond Tue, 18 Dec 2018 21:47:37 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=34866 Hey Lovely! Are you keeping up with all of our Christmas crafts? Haha!

Here's another super-simple ornament for your kids to make.

It's a spin-off of the glittered sheet music stars we made the other day, but it's even easier.

This one is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers because there's no loose glitter involved.

They're still really pretty though! Click the link below to check them out.

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Clear Ornament Crafts for Glass or Plastic Ornaments https://happyhooligans.ca/clear-ornament-crafts-glass-or-plastic-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/clear-ornament-crafts-glass-or-plastic-ornaments/#respond Tue, 18 Dec 2018 06:38:45 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=34888 I’ve rounded up all of the Clear Ornament Crafts  we’ve made with clear plastic ornaments and clear glass ornaments here in my daycare over the years. From snowmen, and cool art techniques to fun, skill-building activities, we have lots of creative ways for your kids to fill or decorate a clear ornament for your Christmas tree. ...

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Wine Cork Angel Ornament (Great to Give with a Bottle of Wine) https://happyhooligans.ca/wine-cork-angel-ornament/ https://happyhooligans.ca/wine-cork-angel-ornament/#respond Mon, 17 Dec 2018 23:07:32 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=34787 This Wine Cork Angel Ornament makes a cute homemade Christmas tree ornament, but it doubles as an extra little gift to give along with a bottle of wine at Christmas time. Easy and fun for kids and grown-ups to make.  See all of our angel crafts here. Hopefully you have a few wine corks saved...

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Doily Angel Christmas Card with Flower Petal Angel Wings https://happyhooligans.ca/doily-angel-christmas-card-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/doily-angel-christmas-card-kids/#respond Sun, 16 Dec 2018 16:50:16 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=34451 We've made another adorable homemade Christmas card for the kids to give to parents and grandparents this year.

If you saw our doily Christmas tree cards the other day, we've used a similar idea for these angel cards.

We've used some materials that add a bit of sensory fun to making this card though, and they give our angels a 3-D effect on the front of the card.

Not to mention, they're just so darn precious!

Click the link below to check them out!

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Easy Painted Lollipop Ornament for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-lollipop-ornament-kids-make/ https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-lollipop-ornament-kids-make/#respond Sat, 15 Dec 2018 20:07:15 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=34789 Oh my GOODNESS! Ok. You HAVE to make these with your kids this year!

This might be our cutest Christmas ornament yet, and it's quite possibly our easiest too!

I can't even believe how gorgeous these lollies turned out!! All you need is cardboard paint and a lolly stick.

This one is easy enough for toddlers to do, but older kids can get really creative with it.

Just look at how beautiful ours turned out! Go! Go!

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Pipe Cleaner Icicle Ornaments for Toddlers and Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/icicle-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/icicle-ornaments/#comments Sat, 15 Dec 2018 15:25:38 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=6006 If you're looking for a really easy craft for toddlers and preschoolers to make for Christmas, this one is my favourite.

It's just 2 supplies, and so simple, but it will keep your little ones learning, engaged and busy for quite a while.

It's great for strengthening fine motor skills and eye-hand co-ordination and my goodness, they look beautiful hanging on the Christmas tree!

Click the link below to see how pretty they are!

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Yarn and Twig Star Ornaments for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/yarn-and-twig-star-ornaments-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/yarn-and-twig-star-ornaments-kids/#respond Thu, 13 Dec 2018 23:59:48 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=34445 Eek! I have another absolutely precious kid-made ornament to share with you.

I hope you're ok with me providing you with these daily crafts this month! We always shoot for one ornament per day from December 1 -24th, so hopefully we're inspiring you to do the same.

I like to keep them easy so they're totally do-able - minimal supplies, minimal mess, and this one is a winner.

Great for fine motor development, and look how gorgeous it is!

Click the link below to check it out!

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Easy Sheet Music Star Ornaments for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/star-sheet-music-ornaments-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/star-sheet-music-ornaments-kids/#respond Wed, 12 Dec 2018 21:55:36 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=34441 Oh my goodness.

I have another absolutely adorable and super-easy ornament for your kids to make!

All ages can make this one, and if you're not a fan of glitter, no worries - just use glitter glue instead.

All you need is a piece of cardboard and some sheet music (I've included a link so you can print some off).

Look how pretty these are!

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Cookie Cutter Christmas Ornaments for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/cookie-cutter-christmas-ornaments-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cookie-cutter-christmas-ornaments-kids/#respond Wed, 12 Dec 2018 07:09:47 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=34443 Eek! I'm super-excited to show you our latest Christmas ornaments!

We made these using cookie cutters and our easy 3-ingredient clay dough recipe.

I think these might be our prettiest ornaments so far this year!

Click the link below to see how gorgeous they are!

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Christmas Sprinkles Writing Tray Activity for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/christmas-sprinkles-writing-tray-activity-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/christmas-sprinkles-writing-tray-activity-kids/#comments Tue, 11 Dec 2018 15:15:18 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=34612 Here's a fun pre-writing activity for toddlers and preschoolers, and a great way to use up the leftover sprinkles from your Christmas baking!

Click the link below to check it out!

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Easy Yarn Wrapped Star Ornaments https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-yarn-wrapped-star-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-yarn-wrapped-star-ornaments/#respond Mon, 10 Dec 2018 21:16:50 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=34447 Ok, I LOVE these simple star ornaments.

I made dozens a few years ago, and gave sets of them as gifts to teachers, neighbours etc.

They're great for kids to make for the Christmas tree too.

All you need is a piece of cardboard and some yarn!

Aren't they sweet?

Click the link below to check them out!

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Homemade Christmas Cards for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/adorable-homemade-christmas-cards-for-kids-to-make/ https://happyhooligans.ca/adorable-homemade-christmas-cards-for-kids-to-make/#respond Sun, 09 Dec 2018 21:37:55 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=34593 If you're looking or some really sweet Christmas cards that the kids can make and give this Christmas, you'll want to check this out.

I've rounded up a few of our very favourites from recent years.

They're all easy and totally adorable, and provide the kids with an opportunity to get creative.

You likely have all the supplies you need on hand already.

Click the link below to check them out!

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Doily Christmas Tree Cards for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/doily-christmas-tree-cards-for-kids-to-make/ https://happyhooligans.ca/doily-christmas-tree-cards-for-kids-to-make/#respond Sat, 08 Dec 2018 07:08:58 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=34547 Happy Saturday, Lovely!

Just wanted to share the adorable Christmas cards the kids made for their parents the other day.

They're super-sweet and really easy to make.

My older kids loved making them, but they're simple enough for toddlers and preschoolers to make too.

Minimal supplies required!

Click the link below to have a look!

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Adorable Sheep Ornament Craft for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/sheep-ornament-craft-for-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/sheep-ornament-craft-for-kids/#comments Thu, 06 Dec 2018 19:50:40 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=34439 Oh my goodness.

You have to check out the adorable sheep ornaments we made the other day.

I've had this craft on our must-make list for years, and we finally got around to doing it.

The kids loved making their sheep and the process provided a nice sensory experience too.

Check them out with the link below. They're so stinkin' cute!

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Twig and Yarn Christmas Tree Ornaments for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/twig-and-yarn-christmas-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/twig-and-yarn-christmas-ornaments/#respond Tue, 04 Dec 2018 21:59:23 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=34437 Woot woot! We have another completely adorable, completely simple Christmas craft for your kids to make this week.

Honest to goodness. How sweet are these going to look hanging on the Christmas tree?

Click the link below to check them out!

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Seashell Angel Ornament for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/seashell-angel-ornament-kids-craft/ https://happyhooligans.ca/seashell-angel-ornament-kids-craft/#respond Mon, 03 Dec 2018 22:12:06 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=34397 Oh my GOODNESS!

Ok. You have to see the absolutely adorable angel ornaments we made this past weekend.

The inspiration for these was a little ornament my son gave me when he was 4.

Honestly, this is, hands-down, one of the sweetest ornaments we've ever made.

And it was easy!

Click the link below to check them out! x

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16+ Popsicle Stick Crafts for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/cute-craft-stick-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cute-craft-stick-ornaments/#comments Mon, 03 Dec 2018 08:19:30 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=25560 Oh my goodness, guys.

Just wait til you see this one.

I've rounded up 16 of our cutest-ever craft stick ornaments, and put them all in one post.

These ornaments are perfect for the Christmas tree, and great for all age groups so you'll want to check them out.

Be warned though. They're ridiculously cute! From the ballerina to the Santa and helpers to the ninjas and the nutcrackers, they're all just adorable.

Oh, and if you have boys who tend to be a little reluctant to come to the craft table, there are 3 in here that will appeal to them!

Check them out through the link below. Enjoy!

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Styrofoam Christmas Tree Table Toppers for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/styrofoam-christmas-tree-table-toppers-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/styrofoam-christmas-tree-table-toppers-kids/#respond Mon, 03 Dec 2018 01:06:20 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=31413 Oh MY, how we love our Christmas crafting sessions!

You have to see our latest!

These were SO easy to make and they're SO pretty!

The kids are going to display these table toppers on their Christmas dinner table this year, but wouldn't they look gorgeous on a mantel or window sill too?

Click the link below to check them out! Don't you love it when crafting is THIS easy and THIS pretty?

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How to Make Paper Candy Canes https://happyhooligans.ca/paper-candy-canes/ https://happyhooligans.ca/paper-candy-canes/#comments Sat, 01 Dec 2018 17:08:04 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1653 Quick, easy, gorgeous and totally addictive! Make vibrant paper candy canes to use as tree ornaments and gift-toppers! Display them in a vase or at each place setting at your Christmas dinner table! Kids of all ages will LOVE this process, and you can make a whole bunch in minutes!

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Popsicle Stick Gingerbread Man – Ornaments for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/popsicle-stick-gingerbread-man-ornaments-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/popsicle-stick-gingerbread-man-ornaments-kids/#respond Fri, 30 Nov 2018 19:52:44 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=34360 Eek! Ok, these are the cutest, and they're SO easy to make.

This is such a great craft for kids to do when there's not a lot of time, or when you don't want a lot of mess.

Just a few simple supplies and a few minutes, and BAM, you've got the cutest little ornaments to hang on the Christmas tree!

Click the link below to check them out. Warning: cuteness overload ahead. Hee hee!

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Pipe Cleaner and Button Wreath Ornament for Toddlers and Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/button-wreath/ https://happyhooligans.ca/button-wreath/#comments Fri, 30 Nov 2018 01:34:48 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1687 This pipe cleaner and button wreath is a great Christmas craft for toddlers and preschoolers. It’s a lovely sensory craft and great for strengthening fine-motor skills and eye-hand co-ordination. See more of our easy Christmas crafts for toddlers here. This button wreath ornament is very easy to make, so it’s a great Christmas craft for toddlers...

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White Clay Dough Ornaments for Kids to Make (2 Ingredients) https://happyhooligans.ca/white-clay-dough-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/white-clay-dough-ornaments/#comments Thu, 29 Nov 2018 05:02:39 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=12496 These ornaments are adorable for toddlers and preschoolers to make. They'll be treasured keepsakes for years.

This 3-ingredient clay dough recipe uses just baking soda, corn starch and water. It's super-easy to make, and it dries pure white.

Kids can paint their ornaments or add glitter, or press beads and gems into the dough like we did here.

You have to make these for the tree this year!

Click the link below to see them and to get the clay dough recipe!

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Popcorn Christmas Tree Craft for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/popcorn-christmas-tree-craft/ https://happyhooligans.ca/popcorn-christmas-tree-craft/#respond Wed, 28 Nov 2018 08:24:16 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=33770 Here's another sweet craft you can do with your kids this month!

We had so much fun making our Fall Popcorn Trees we decided to use the same process to make a Christmas tree!

We added an extra step by putting some coloured "lights" on our Christmas trees.

It's a fun and easy activity, and you'll have an adorable piece of Christmas art to display in your home for the holidays.

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Best Nativity Sets for Kids {They’re Made for Play!} https://happyhooligans.ca/21-fun-nativity-sets-for-kids-made-for-play/ https://happyhooligans.ca/21-fun-nativity-sets-for-kids-made-for-play/#respond Tue, 27 Nov 2018 20:54:49 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=34161 Guys! If your kids love playing with nativity sets as much as mine do, you'll LOVE this!

I've rounded up 21 awesome, fun and engaging nativity sets made especially with kids in mind.

They're meant to be touched and rearranged and they'll last for years! Many can double as an advent activity at home or in the classroom when you give your kids one piece per day, finishing with baby Jesus on Christmas Day.

There are so many wonderful ways for kids to learn about the true meaning of Christmas and the nativity story with the buildable sets, wooden blocks, puzzles, quiet books (and MORE!) in this collection!

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Milk Carton Gingerbread House for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/milk-carton-gingerbread-houses/ https://happyhooligans.ca/milk-carton-gingerbread-houses/#comments Tue, 27 Nov 2018 07:34:32 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=22915 Wheee!

We've made the cutest-ever gingerbread houses without a lick of sugar!

They're colourful, they're festive, and they're going to look terrific lining our Christmas dinner table. Your kids can make these to be the centerpiece on the kids' Christmas table as well.

I love that they look so yummy but they aren't going to harm any teeth or spoil any appetites. AND, you can make them with any old odds and ends that you have in your craft room!

Make one or two, or make a whole village to line a mantel, a windowsill or your holiday table!

Aren't they beyond adorable? Check 'em out through the link below!

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Popsicle Stick Nativity Craft for Kids – Adorable Christmas Tree Ornament https://happyhooligans.ca/popsicle-stick-nativity-craft-for-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/popsicle-stick-nativity-craft-for-kids/#comments Mon, 26 Nov 2018 22:46:47 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=34215 Oh my gosh, guys! We've made the most adorable Christmas ornament!

It's just popsicle sticks and fabric scraps, but it's the cutest thing I've seen in a long time. hee hee!

Click the link below to check it out!

And stay tuned to the blog in the coming days and weeks. We'll be cranking out the Christmas crafts from now until Christmas!

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Yarn-Wrapped Paper Cone Christmas Tree Ornaments https://happyhooligans.ca/paper-cone-tree-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/paper-cone-tree-ornaments/#comments Sun, 25 Nov 2018 22:48:02 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=6085 These YARN WRAPPED PAPER CONE CHRISTMAS TREE ORNAMENTS are fun and easy for kids to make. The kids will get some fine-motor practice in while making and decorating these pretty ornaments for the Christmas tree.  I love this simple Christmas craft for toddlers and preschoolers.  It’s one of my favourites from our collection of Christmas tree crafts....

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30 Easy Kids’ Christmas Ornaments to Make at Home https://happyhooligans.ca/15-easy-christmas-ornaments-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/15-easy-christmas-ornaments-kids/#comments Sun, 25 Nov 2018 07:31:45 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=17710 If you're looking for easy Christmas crafts for the kids to make this month, rejoice!

I have 30 crafts you're going to love!

They're easy. They're gorgeous. And they can be made with stuff you have around the house.

Best of all they can be enjoyed by all ages: toddlers, preschoolers and bigger kids too!

Click the link below to check them out! GO! GO!

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Christmas Cookie Play Dough Activity for Toddlers and Preschooler https://happyhooligans.ca/christmas-play-dough-activity/ https://happyhooligans.ca/christmas-play-dough-activity/#comments Fri, 23 Nov 2018 06:26:46 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=12356 Pssst! Want to keep your kids busy for a couple of hours while you're baking and wrapping and prepping for the holidays?

Set them up with this gorgeous play dough Christmas cookie activity.

They can play with this all month long because this homemade play dough lasts for months before drying out.

My girls pretended they were baking Christmas cookies for two hours this morning!

TWO HOURS! Think of all the things you could get done!

CLICK THE LINK to check it out!

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How to Make Borax Crystals – Icicle Ornament for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/crystallized-icicle-ornaments-borax-pipe-cleaners/ https://happyhooligans.ca/crystallized-icicle-ornaments-borax-pipe-cleaners/#comments Wed, 21 Nov 2018 19:18:48 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=18238 Wow! Make gorgeous, shimmering, crystallized icicle ornaments using pipe cleaners, Borax and water! It's a fascinating science experiment and a beautiful Christmas craft for kids of all ages to enjoy...

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Christmas Tree Crafts for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/christmas-tree-ornaments-for-preschoolers/ https://happyhooligans.ca/christmas-tree-ornaments-for-preschoolers/#respond Wed, 21 Nov 2018 06:06:12 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=22210 Woohoo! Here's a whole bunch of absolutely adorable Christmas tree ornaments that LOOK like actual Christmas trees! They're easy enough for toddlers and preschoolers to make, and they're made from things you likely already have around the house. Best of all, they're down-right gorgeous. Perfect for hanging on your tree at home, or for your child to give to a parent or grandparent. Check 'em out!

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Styrofoam and Button Christmas Tree Ornaments for Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/styrofoam-button-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/styrofoam-button-ornaments/#comments Wed, 21 Nov 2018 01:52:33 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=12451 These whimsical and colourful ornaments are perfect for toddlers and preschoolers to make!

They're great for developing fine-motor skills and all you need is a styrofoam produce tray and buttons!

Click the link below to check them out!

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Toilet Roll Nativity Set that Kids Can Play With https://happyhooligans.ca/toilet-roll-nativity-set/ https://happyhooligans.ca/toilet-roll-nativity-set/#comments Tue, 20 Nov 2018 01:28:44 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=5830 Make a toilet roll nativity set for your kids to play with!

Years ago, when my daycare kids always wanted to touch and play with my good nativity set, I made this kid-friendly nativity set out of toilet rolls, fabric scraps and a glue gun.

What a hit!

They loved it so much, I ended up making an 8-piece set for each of them, and guess what. They still have them. They still play with them, and they're still in great shape.

It was a joy to make these sets, and the children cherish them. Not to mention, they provide hours of entertainment and imaginative play during the Christmas season!

And they're SO freaking adorable! Click the link below to see how to make a set for your kids!

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Nativity Sensory Bin for Toddlers and Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/nativity-sensory-bin/ https://happyhooligans.ca/nativity-sensory-bin/#comments Mon, 19 Nov 2018 19:37:14 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1674 A Nativity Sensory Bin is easy to make and a wonderful Christmas activity for toddlers and preschoolers play with at home, daycare or preschool. I really enjoy coming up with fun activities for the toddlers and preschoolers in my daycare at Christmas time. The hooligans love digging their hands into a sensory bin, so I recently...

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Wax Resist Christmas Cards for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/wax-resist-christmas-cards-kids-craft/ https://happyhooligans.ca/wax-resist-christmas-cards-kids-craft/#comments Wed, 07 Nov 2018 13:18:37 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=18218 Kids can make their own holiday greeting cards and gift tags with a "magical" process called Wax Resist. The supply list is short and sweet, and the process is super easy! Check out the collection of cards we made...

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Preschool Spider and Web Craft for Fine Motor Development https://happyhooligans.ca/pompom-spiders-and-wooly-webs/ https://happyhooligans.ca/pompom-spiders-and-wooly-webs/#comments Mon, 29 Oct 2018 09:56:07 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1211 If you're looking for a cute and easy Halloween activity for toddlers and preschoolers, this web weaving activity is terrific!

It's simple to make and great for developing fine-motor skills.

Kids will love the adorable pom pom spiders, and learning basic weaving skills this way is so fun.

Click the link below to check it out.

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3 Cute and Easy Spider Crafts for Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/spider-crafts-preschoolers/ https://happyhooligans.ca/spider-crafts-preschoolers/#respond Mon, 29 Oct 2018 02:04:30 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=33914 Toddlers and preschoolers will love these cute and easy spider crafts. They’re great halloween crafts for tots, and they’d be good for a preschool bug theme too. They’re quick and easy, fun to make, and require minimal supplies. Halloween is right around the corner, so I’m sharing some of my favourite spider crafts for toddlers...

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Monster Handprint Craft for Toddlers and Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/monster-hands/ https://happyhooligans.ca/monster-hands/#comments Wed, 24 Oct 2018 16:49:05 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1385 This easy monster handprint craft is a tactile Halloween craft for toddlers and preschoolers. Kids will have fun exploring interesting materials and developing their fine motor skills while decorating spooky monster hands for Halloween.  My daycare kids love making handprint crafts, so I came up with another fun Halloween handprint craft for them to make today....

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Spooky Halloween Scratch Art Project for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/spooky-halloween-scratch-art-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/spooky-halloween-scratch-art-kids/#respond Tue, 23 Oct 2018 21:47:30 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=33786 Remember making scratch art when you were a kid? Oh man, it was always one of my favourite art activities.

It's the perfect technique for making Halloween art and we have a couple of tricks that will get you the best results.

The hooligans had a blast with this project. The process is always so magical.

Bet it takes you right back to your childhood too!

Click the link below to check it out!

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Halloween Footprint Ghost Craft for Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/halloween-footprint-ghost-craft-for-preschoolers/ https://happyhooligans.ca/halloween-footprint-ghost-craft-for-preschoolers/#respond Mon, 17 Sep 2018 16:24:28 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=33392 This is a fun and easy Halloween art idea for toddlers and preschoolers.

It's super-simple, and requires just paint and paper (and feet, of course)!

Kids love having their feet painted and making prints, and they'll be delighted to turn their prints into these adorably spooky ghosts!

Click the link below to see this easy project.

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12 Adorable Easter Chick Crafts for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/easter-chick-crafts-for-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/easter-chick-crafts-for-kids/#respond Tue, 27 Mar 2018 04:41:08 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=19802 Be prepared for some serious cuteness here!

I've rounded up 12 easy and adorable Easter chick crafts for your kids to make this year.

If you're looking for some last-minute projects to make with the kids this week, you'll want to check these out.

They're so CUTE!

Click the link below to see them all!

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Decorating Easter Eggs with Liquid Watercolours https://happyhooligans.ca/decorate-easter-eggs-with-liquid-watercolours/ https://happyhooligans.ca/decorate-easter-eggs-with-liquid-watercolours/#respond Mon, 19 Mar 2018 12:13:48 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=23976 I'm really excited to show you this easy process for decorating your Easter eggs!

It couldn't be easier!

We coloured our eggs (super-easy!), and then dribbled liquid watercolours all over them, and WOW, you should see the results! They're gorgeous!

The process is totally easy and fun. Everyone will love it - from the toddlers right through to the teens! Heck, even I had a blast colouring our eggs this way! We've polished them up, and set them in a bowl along with our easy marblelized eggs from the other day.

Check them out!

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“Chocolate” Easter Bunny Craft for Kids – An Easy Toilet Roll Craft https://happyhooligans.ca/toilet-roll-chocolate-easter-bunny-craft/ https://happyhooligans.ca/toilet-roll-chocolate-easter-bunny-craft/#comments Mon, 19 Mar 2018 08:28:50 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=27666 Inspired by the chocolate Easter bunny that my son won at work, we created a whole bunch of adorable chocolate bunnies out of cardboard tubes! Grab your stash of tp tubes, and click the link below to check them out!

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Gorgeous Tie-Dye Easter Eggs with Sharpies and Rubbing Alcohol https://happyhooligans.ca/tie-dye-easter-eggs-sharpies-alcohol/ https://happyhooligans.ca/tie-dye-easter-eggs-sharpies-alcohol/#comments Sun, 18 Mar 2018 20:17:39 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=27384 Woot! You're going to love this one!!

I know how much your kids love dyeing Easter eggs. Well, at least I think I do because what kid doesn't love doing that at Easter time?

I also know how much of a pain in the patootie the process can be with all the bowls of food colouring and hot water and whatnot.

It's not a quick and easy process, and it's not mess-free.

Well, you are going to LOVE the process we've come up with to dye the coolest looking tie-dye Easter eggs this year because it's SUPER easy, SUPER quick and it's virtually mess-free.

Grab the Sharpies and the rubbing alcohol, because you're about to make the most awesome Easter eggs ever, and the process is going to WOW your kids!

Click the link below to check out how gorgeous they are, and to get the easy instructions!

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Gorgeous Paper Towel Roses – Valentine’s Craft for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/paper-towel-roses-kids-craft/ https://happyhooligans.ca/paper-towel-roses-kids-craft/#comments Tue, 13 Feb 2018 21:05:26 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=31741 Oh my gosh, guys.

I am SO excited to share this one with you!

We made these paper towel roses the other day, and I was completely blown away by how gorgeous they turned out.

It's crazy how easy they are to make. And they look so real!!!

Your kids can make a single rose or a whole bouquet to give to someone special for Valentine's Day.

GAH! They're stunning!

Check them out! Check them out! The link below will take you there:

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Santa’s Magic Key – with Printable Poem https://happyhooligans.ca/santas-magic-key-with-poem/ https://happyhooligans.ca/santas-magic-key-with-poem/#respond Tue, 19 Dec 2017 05:33:56 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=31449 How does Santa get in if your home doesn't have a chimney or fireplace?

With a magic key , of course!

It's fun and easy to make, and the perfect solution for homes that don't have an obvious entry point for the big guy in red.

Make our Santa key for your kids to hang on the front door on Christmas Eve.

With Santa's magic touch, it will turn your lock so he can let himself in.

There's a free printable poem to go along with your key too!

Click the link to see how to make your key and to get your poem!

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{Adorable} Homemade Gift Tags for Kids to Make with Cookie Cutters https://happyhooligans.ca/homemade-gift-tags-cookie-cutters/ https://happyhooligans.ca/homemade-gift-tags-cookie-cutters/#comments Sun, 17 Dec 2017 08:19:45 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=31466 OK, super-cute idea to share with you today.

We're making homemade gift tags and it couldn't be any easier.

The kids will be thrilled to see their own gift tags on the gifts they're giving, and they're so much more meaningful than store-bought.

Plus, they won't cost you a thing, and you'll never have to worry about running out when you're in the middle of wrapping again!

They might even keep the kids busy enough that you can get some of the Christmas prep done today!

Aren't they adorable? Click the link below to check them out!

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Beautiful Pipe Cleaner Snowflakes for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/pipe-cleaner-snowflakes-ornaments-kids-make/ https://happyhooligans.ca/pipe-cleaner-snowflakes-ornaments-kids-make/#respond Wed, 13 Dec 2017 11:13:58 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=31180 Hiya!

Thought you might like this quick and easy snowflake craft if you're getting creative with the kids this week.

It's super-easy but SO pretty!

This is a great activity for little ones working on their fine-motor skills, and sorting and patterning skills, but older kids will love this one as well.

Your kids can make a bunch for the Christmas tree or to hang in a window at home or in the classroom this winter.

Aren't they beautiful? Click the link below to check them out!

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Paint Stick Santa Craft for Kids (with Paint Sticks and Yarn) https://happyhooligans.ca/paint-stick-santa-craft-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/paint-stick-santa-craft-kids/#respond Fri, 08 Dec 2017 07:20:59 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=31375 Eeek! We've been dying to share our latest Christmas craft with you!

It's ADORABLE!

We made these craft stick Santas with just a few basic supplies. Raid your craft cupboard! You probably have most of what you need on hand already!

Hang them on the Christmas tree or play with them.

They're super-easy to make, and the results are just so stinkin' cute!

Click the link below to check them out! Go!

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Gingerbread Play Dough Cookie Decorating Activity for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/gingerbread-play-dough-cookie-decorating/ https://happyhooligans.ca/gingerbread-play-dough-cookie-decorating/#respond Fri, 01 Dec 2017 06:55:58 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=31240 I'm so excited! Take a look at this simple Gingerbread Cookie Decorating Station I made for the kids.

It's so pretty and inviting, and they'll play with it all month long.

The no-cook dough is really easy to make and it stays super-soft even if you leave it out for hours.

The kids have a ton of fun rolling, cutting and decorating their cookies with odds and ends from the craft cupboard.

It's the perfect Christmas activity keep little ones busy and having fun at home, daycare or preschool.

Just click the link below to check it out now!

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Popsicle Stick Ninja Ornaments For Kids to Make for The Christmas Tree https://happyhooligans.ca/ninja-craft-stick-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/ninja-craft-stick-ornaments/#respond Sat, 25 Nov 2017 05:01:16 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=18154 Ninja fans are going to LOVE this craft! These ninja craft stick ornaments are just adorable and they're SO easy to make!

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12 Christmas Party Activities and Treats for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/christmas-party-activities-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/christmas-party-activities-kids/#respond Wed, 22 Nov 2017 19:00:03 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=31115 Looking for activities to keep the kids busy at your holiday party this Christmas?

Here are 12 fun and easy Christmas activities and treats for your preschool Christmas party or your holiday party with friends, family or neighbours!

Click the link below to check them out!

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Twig Tree Christmas Ornaments for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/twig-tree-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/twig-tree-ornaments/#comments Fri, 17 Nov 2017 07:41:07 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=5480 This easy  Twig Tree Ornament is a great Christmas craft for preschoolers who are working on their fine motor skills. The toddlers can make these ornaments for the Christmas tree too with just a little assistance.  Here’s a cute and easy Christmas craft that starts out with a nature walk with the kids. Similar to our Twig...

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Easy Ghost Crafts for Toddlers and Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/ghost-crafts-for-toddlers/ https://happyhooligans.ca/ghost-crafts-for-toddlers/#respond Fri, 20 Oct 2017 17:23:37 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=30844 Oh, the cuteness!!

I came across 3 of our favourite ghost crafts the other day, and though that those of you with toddlers and preschoolers would love them.

They're all quick and easy, and have some great sensory elements to them. The hooligans loved each of these activities, and I'll bet your kids would too!

Click the link below to check them out!

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Adorable Paper Plate Purses & Easter Baskets Your Kids can Design and Make https://happyhooligans.ca/paper-plate-purses-or-easter-baskets/ https://happyhooligans.ca/paper-plate-purses-or-easter-baskets/#respond Thu, 23 Mar 2017 14:54:11 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=27793 You know how it is when you have a craft all planned out, but the kids come up with completely different plans of their own?

That's how it was with these paper plate purses and Easter baskets. Aren't they adorable? Sometimes kids have the best ideas of all.

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Painting Like Eric Carle – Homemade Easter Egg Napkin Rings Craft for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/easter-egg-napkin-rings-inspired-by-eric-carle/ https://happyhooligans.ca/easter-egg-napkin-rings-inspired-by-eric-carle/#comments Sat, 11 Mar 2017 16:05:01 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=8203 Ok, I have a really cool painting process to share with you!

Have you ever wondered how Eric Carle creates the artwork for the pictures in his books?

It's gorgeous, right? Wouldn't you love to create art like that?

Well, guess what!

He's made a short slide-show, demonstrating exactly how he paints, and it's actually a really simple process!

I gave it a try, and oh man! It's super-fun and totally addictive. I ended up making all kinds of coloured papers because once I got started, I couldn't stop!

Then I used some of the coloured papers to make Easter Egg napkin rings.

They're really pretty. And oh-so-Eric-Carle.

I think your kids are going to LOVE painting this way.

I've included a link to the Eric Carle slide-show in this post, so check it out.

And try it for yourself.

This would be an AWESOME activity for a school art class or an art party!

Click the link below to watch Mr. Carle's video, and to see our napkin rings!

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Easy Easter Finger Puppets for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/easter-finger-puppets/ https://happyhooligans.ca/easter-finger-puppets/#comments Fri, 24 Feb 2017 09:18:25 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=7930 Ok, are you ready for the cutest thing you'll see today?

Honestly, these guys are RIDICULOUSLY cute Just wait to you see them looking up at you. They'll totally melt your heart.

How crazy is it that a pipe cleaner and a pompom can look so stinkin' cute?!

It's the eyes. It's totally the eyes.

And isn't it awesome how easy they are to make? You can whip up a bunch of these in minutes, and your kids will play and play.

I make them every year because the hooligans love them so much.

You know what just occurred to me though? We've never made a lamb! Wouldn't a lamb be the perfect addition to this little gang?

I think I know what I'll be crafting up later this morning.

Ok, go, go! Grab your pipe cleaners and cotton balls, and click the link below for a big ol' dose of ADORABLE!

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Valentines Hearts with Sharpies and Photo Paper https://happyhooligans.ca/valentines-hearts-sharpies-photo-paper/ https://happyhooligans.ca/valentines-hearts-sharpies-photo-paper/#comments Sun, 12 Feb 2017 22:50:45 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=26626 Egads! Tomorrow is Valentines Day.

Let me guess. You’re up to your elbows in *Monday*, trying to catch your breath after a whirl-wind weekend, and the kids are asking to make Valentines crafts.

The last thing you feel like doing is hauling out all the craft supplies, and dealing with the craft-tastrophe clean- up afterwards, right? If they’re crafting today, it’s gotta be low-maintenance, no-mess and something that doesn’t require a ton of effort and prep.

Relax. We’ve got you covered.

Today we’re going to show you the easiest Valentines craft ever. We’re making super-simple (but charming) Valentines hearts with Sharpies and photo paper.

Your kids can tuck these colourful and adorable hearts into a card or letter for parent or grandparent or even a teacher or friend.

This one is fun, it's vibrant, and it's a little bit addictive, which means....

It could just keep the kids busy for a good, long while today.

Click the link below to check it out now!

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Paper Plate Heart Lacing Activity for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/paper-plate-heart-lacing-activity-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/paper-plate-heart-lacing-activity-kids/#respond Mon, 06 Feb 2017 06:27:09 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=26545 Ok, is it just me that gets this excited over a kid's craft, or do you as well?

I mean, am I the only one who goes ga-ga looking at the pictures in this post?

And it's not JUST pretty, this craft taught a lot of different skills, and kept the kids busy for over an hour.

The gang that made these were ages 5-10, and they all LOVED it.

Although it's a perfect Valentine's project, you could tweak it to suit any day of the year.

Have a look, and tell me what you think! I mean it! I need to know that I'm not the only one who gets a little starry-eyed with I look at the photos!

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Easy Tie-Dyed Heart Sun Catchers for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-tie-dyed-heart-sun-catchers-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-tie-dyed-heart-sun-catchers-kids/#respond Fri, 27 Jan 2017 22:47:59 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=26482 Hey, Lovelies! I think you're going to LOVE what we have for you today!

If you're tired of looking out at a bleak, grey landscape, you have to make these vibrant tie-dyed sun catchers.

Ok, we didn't REALLY tie-dye them. We just used one of our favourite easy art techniques to make it look like they're tie-dyed.

It's a super-simple process, and kids of all ages will love it. I had kids ages 4-10 making these with me, and they were all crazy for the project.

What a way to brighten up a window at this time of year!

Check them out at the link below! Aren't they absolutely beautiful?

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How to Wrap a Gift in a Brown paper Bag https://happyhooligans.ca/brown-paper-gift-wrap-idea/ https://happyhooligans.ca/brown-paper-gift-wrap-idea/#respond Wed, 14 Dec 2016 07:21:06 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=25697 Maybe you want to save money on wrapping paper this year, or perhaps you just like to give gifts that look charming and rustic and old-fashioned. Whatever the case, this brown paper gift wrap idea is stunning, and you won’t have to spend a dime! I always have paper bags on hand because we craft with...

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Easy Snowman Face Ornament from a Clear Plastic Ball https://happyhooligans.ca/snowman-ornament-toddlers-preschoolers/ https://happyhooligans.ca/snowman-ornament-toddlers-preschoolers/#comments Tue, 29 Nov 2016 05:06:05 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=25475 Gah!!! I cannot even handle the cuteness!

Check out the adorable snowman ornaments we made the other day.

Are they just the sweetest or what?!

The older kids made them when they were here on Friday, but they're perfect for toddlers and preschoolers because they're super-easy.

Plus, you know how little kids love stuffing things into things? Well, let's just say they're going to love this!

This would be a great craft for home or preschool, but I'm thinking it would be a hit as a group activity at playgroup or a Christmas party too.

Yay! Another adorable homemade ornament for the Christmas tree!

Check them out, but be prepared for cuteness overload!!

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Christmas Tree Lacing Activity for Kids (with Paper Plates) https://happyhooligans.ca/christmas-tree-lacing-activity/ https://happyhooligans.ca/christmas-tree-lacing-activity/#respond Fri, 25 Nov 2016 07:23:29 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=25416 Happy Thanksgiving to all of my American friends and followers!

While you're enjoying your feast this weekend, we're kicking off our Christmas crafting season!

Don't worry, it won't be ALL Christmas crafts between now and the big day. I'll be sprinkling in non-holiday recipes, crafts and activities too so be sure to open your emails when you get them, to see what we've got going on!

For our first Christmas craft of 2016, we've started with this lovely Christmas tree lacing craft/activity.

It's great for strengthening fine-motor skills and for teaching your child the basics of sewing.

The beads really add a beautiful touch, don't you think?

Check it out through the link below!

Click the link below to see them!

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The Pumpkin Carving Tip that Will Change the Way You Carve Pumpkins Forever https://happyhooligans.ca/pumpkin-carving-tip/ https://happyhooligans.ca/pumpkin-carving-tip/#comments Mon, 31 Oct 2016 13:44:53 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=4774 This is the best way to cut into a pumpkin before carving a jack-o-lantern for Halloween. It’s the easiest way to clean out a pumpkin AND the safest way to place a candle inside your jack-o-lantern. You won’t have to worry about the candle tipping over, and you won’t burn your wrist trying to light...

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Monster Mobile from Toilet Rolls – a Preschool Halloween Craft https://happyhooligans.ca/monster-mobile/ https://happyhooligans.ca/monster-mobile/#comments Fri, 28 Oct 2016 05:00:34 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=4504 Pssst!

How's the Halloween crafting going?

Only a couple days left you know!

Whether or not your little ones have been crafting up a storm in these days and weeks leading up to Halloween, I have the perfect last minute Halloween craft for you.

It's fun. It's easy. And it's super-silly.

BONUS: Even the boys who don't exactly love crafting, went bonkers for this one!

Oh, and it's great for all ages - toddlers right through to tweens.

Check it out! It's adorable!!

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Easy Pumpkin Sun Catchers – a Vibrant Halloween Craft for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/pumpkin-sun-catchers-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/pumpkin-sun-catchers-kids/#comments Mon, 24 Oct 2016 06:34:12 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=25187 Oh, how I love this one!

We made vibrant pumpkin suncatchers out of coffee filters, using a fun colouring process.

You won't believe how intense the colours of our pumpkins are.

They look like they're actually glowing when the afternoon sun shines through them.

The process is really quick and simple, so this is a great craft for your little ones to do this week before Halloween!

I hope you love them as much as we do!

Check the out with the link below!

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17+ Awesome Advent Calendars Your Kids Will LOVE! https://happyhooligans.ca/fun-advent-calendars-for-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/fun-advent-calendars-for-kids/#comments Fri, 07 Oct 2016 17:43:31 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=25007 Get 'em while they're hot!

Today, I'm sharing lots and lots of my favourite advent calendars for kids.

Remember the excitement of an advent calendar when you were a child? Well, advent calendars have changed, and there are some spectacular ones out there now!

Barbie, Thomas, Star Wars, Little People, LEGO, all that come with 24 toys and treasures to make the long wait for Christmas a little more bearable for kids.

Of course, there are some adorable, traditional advents calendars too.

I've rounded up a big collection for you to have a peek at. Check them out! I have a feeling you'll find something here that's just perfect for your child!

Click on the link below to see them all!

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{3 More} Easy Paper Plate Crafts for Halloween https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-paper-plate-crafts-halloween/ https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-paper-plate-crafts-halloween/#comments Wed, 05 Oct 2016 13:10:37 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=17085 3 fun, easy and adorable paper plate crafts for Halloween.  Your preschoolers are going to love these! As you know, the Hooligans and I get a little excited about our holiday crafts, and Halloween is one of our favourite times of the year when it comes to crafting!  There are so many fun and adorable...

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10 Christmas in July Crafts for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/christmas-july-crafts-kids-make/ https://happyhooligans.ca/christmas-july-crafts-kids-make/#comments Thu, 07 Jul 2016 12:20:36 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=15631 If you celebrate Christmas in July, you’ll love these simple “Christmas in July crafts”.  All of these ornaments are made with common, every day materials found in and around the home all year long.  No need to go digging through boxes of Christmas supplies to make these decorations! Christmas is actually the furthest thing from...

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How to Dye Easter Eggs with Food Colouring or Liquid Watercolours https://happyhooligans.ca/how-to-dye-easter-eggs-with-food-colouring-or-liquid-watercolours/ https://happyhooligans.ca/how-to-dye-easter-eggs-with-food-colouring-or-liquid-watercolours/#comments Thu, 10 Mar 2016 16:33:29 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=24020 Let's dye some Easter Eggs! There's no need to go to the store to buy a kit. Eggs are so easy to dye at home using food colouring or liquid watercolours!

I'm going to show you how to blow out an egg, and how to dye a bunch of eggs quickly and easily at home. It's fast, it's fun, and the results are so pretty!

And best of all, we're using supplies that you already have at home.

Scatter them along your Easter dinner table, or display them in a bowl. Either way, you and your kids can take pride, knowing you coloured your eggs the good, old-fashioned way!

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Crayon Resist Valentines Messages https://happyhooligans.ca/crayon-resist-valentines-messages/ https://happyhooligans.ca/crayon-resist-valentines-messages/#respond Wed, 03 Feb 2016 16:48:47 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=23350 Oooo! I love this colourful and "magical" art process! We're using the classic "crayon resist" process to write secret Valentines messages, and then we're bringing them alive with colour! We're doing it a little differently than we have in the past too! No watercolour paints required! Bet you have everything you need on hand to do this at home or in your classroom! P.S. All ages enjoy this process! Even my teenager got right into making some! Aren't they pretty?

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Framed Heart Art on a Painted Paper Bag Canvas https://happyhooligans.ca/framed-heart-art/ https://happyhooligans.ca/framed-heart-art/#comments Tue, 02 Feb 2016 01:54:57 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=23499 I know how much you all loved our cardboard roll stamped hearts the other day... well... we've done it again, but this time, we've used a paper bag as our canvas, and we've framed our finished piece in a great looking (Dollar Store) frame. We've also switched up our colours for a more sophisticated look! Isn't it lovely? What a great gift for kids to make for a parent or grandparent for Valentines Day!

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Rag Heart Ornaments with Pipe Cleaners and Fabric Strips https://happyhooligans.ca/rag-heart-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/rag-heart-ornaments/#respond Sat, 30 Jan 2016 16:00:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=23424 Here's a super-easy Valentines craft for your kids to make, and a great way to use up colourful fabric scraps leftover from past sewing projects! All you need to make one of these adorable, rustic little ornaments is a pipe cleaner and a strip of fabric. We've made ours in pairs, and tied them together to hang in a bedroom, but singles can be used as gift toppers or given along with a Valentines card. So quick. So easy, and so pretty!

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Paper Plate Yarn Weaving Activity for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/paper-plate-yarn-weaving-activity/ https://happyhooligans.ca/paper-plate-yarn-weaving-activity/#comments Thu, 28 Jan 2016 15:16:02 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=23387 Here's a cute and easy project that doubles as a Valentines craft and a beginner sewing or weaving project for kids!

Weaving is a terrific way to strengthen fine motor skills and co-ordination too! Trust me, even my big kid was challenged by this one a wee bit.

The nice thing about it is it doesn't matter how the kids do it, it's going to look great, making it a super project for all ages.

We jazzed our finished project up with a bit of paint, and they look just darling! Wouldn't you agree?

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No-Mess Glittered Tea Light Luminaries https://happyhooligans.ca/no-mess-glittered-tea-light-luminaries/ https://happyhooligans.ca/no-mess-glittered-tea-light-luminaries/#comments Mon, 25 Jan 2016 06:42:30 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=23330 Oh my goodness me! Ok, you know how I am NOT a fan of glitter, right? Well, you should see what we made, my lovelies! We made the most GORGEOUS glittered tea light luminaries for Valentines day, and guess what... we used glitter but the process was mess-free! EEK! I'm so excited to share it with you because I know some of you feel the same way about glitter as I do! You're going to LOVE this process! Aren't they gorgeous?

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Heart Shaped French Toast – Valentines Lunch Idea for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/heart-shaped-french-toast/ https://happyhooligans.ca/heart-shaped-french-toast/#comments Sun, 24 Jan 2016 01:20:04 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=13087 Heart Shaped French Toast – a cute Valentine’s lunch idea for kids. I love making cute holiday-themed lunches and treats for my daycare hooligans!  Here’s a really cute kids’ lunch idea for Valentine’s Day: Heart shaped French Toast with cinnamon sugar.  I’ve added a few cute heart-shaped sides to this lunch as well. It’s always fun...

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Wool-Wrapped Pen Holder (From a Take-Out Coffee Cup) https://happyhooligans.ca/wool-wrapped-pen-holder-take-out-coffee-cup/ https://happyhooligans.ca/wool-wrapped-pen-holder-take-out-coffee-cup/#respond Mon, 18 Jan 2016 19:28:05 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=23252 Here's a quick and easy Valentines craft that looks great and serves a purpose! And it only requires 2 things: a ball of yarn and a take-out coffee cup! The hooligans and I made these wool-wrapped coffee cups the other day, and they're just darling! They're perfect for home or the classroom, on a desk or the counter, and they make a great little Valentines gift for kids to give their parents. And like I said - they're really easy and quick to make! Doesn't mine look so pretty holding my Sharpies? Check it out!

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Stamping Hearts with Cardboard Rolls – a Valentine’s Craft for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/stamping-hearts-with-cardboard-rolls-craft-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/stamping-hearts-with-cardboard-rolls-craft-kids/#comments Mon, 18 Jan 2016 05:25:21 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=23235 Ok, I am in looove with this Valentines craft! What a terrific art art process! And so easy!! We've created the prettiest piece of art with acrylic paint and cardboard rolls. Yes! As in, paper towel rolls or toilet rolls! Isn't that wild? You have to check it out! It makes a terrific piece of art for kids to hang on a wall in their bedroom, or they can give it to a friend or family member for Valentine's Day. I hope you love it as much as I do!

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Christmas & Winter Flextangles – a Whimsical Paper Toy to Make for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/christmas-winter-flextangles-paper-toy/ https://happyhooligans.ca/christmas-winter-flextangles-paper-toy/#comments Mon, 21 Dec 2015 22:14:12 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=22934 Have you heard of Flextangles? They're beautiful and mesmerizing! A Flextangle is a paper craft but it's a toy as well. You have to watch the short video in this post to see what I mean, but these they're downright fascinating. You can grab the free printable from my post so you can make your own! Just print, colour, fold, and glue. Then you'll be all set to play with these crazy little things! Have a look!

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Coffee Filter Jewelled Trees for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/coffee-filter-jewelled-trees-for-kids-to-make/ https://happyhooligans.ca/coffee-filter-jewelled-trees-for-kids-to-make/#respond Mon, 14 Dec 2015 18:42:52 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=22888 We're in the final stretch now, folks! Less than 2 weeks until Christmas! How is that possible? It's hard to get my head around it because here in Canada, we're having down-right balmy weather. I know. It's crazy. We're usually up to our knees in snow by now, but today is like a cool summer day. It's so bizarre!
Regardless of the temperatures outside, we're getting into the spirit inside, and today we've crafted up some coffee filter, jewelled tree ornaments. The process is SO fun. The preschoolers love it, the big kids love it... heck, even I love playing around with this gorgeous art technique!
Hopefully you can make some time to try this one at home or in the classroom before the holidays arrive! Check it out...

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Beaded Tissue Paper Tree – A Fine-Motor Preschool Craft for Christmas https://happyhooligans.ca/beaded-tissue-paper-tree-craft-for-preschoolers/ https://happyhooligans.ca/beaded-tissue-paper-tree-craft-for-preschoolers/#respond Fri, 11 Dec 2015 20:42:07 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=22847 Hey lovelies! I have another quick and easy Christmas craft for your preschoolers today! They'll love all of the steps involved in this one - cutting, gluing, beading, counting, and especially the part where they have to crumple up the tissue paper! Such a fun way to strengthen fine-motor skills! You could use these beaded trees as ornaments, or you could attach them to the front of a Christmas gift! Aren't they sweet? Check 'em out!

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Mosaic DVD Ornaments – Another Great Way to Use Old DVDs https://happyhooligans.ca/mosaic-dvd-ornaments-way-to-use-old-dvds/ https://happyhooligans.ca/mosaic-dvd-ornaments-way-to-use-old-dvds/#comments Thu, 10 Dec 2015 06:26:51 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=22822 Ta-daaa... Remember a couple of months ago, when I showed you how to turn your old, scratched dvds into tiny mosaic tiles? Well, I've done and made something really cool with them! Check out these gorgeous Mosaic DVD ornaments! Don't they look like little disco balls? Check them out! You're going to love theis process!

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Twig and Raffia Star Ornaments for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/twig-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/twig-ornaments/#comments Sun, 06 Dec 2015 18:36:05 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1790 This is one of our simplest crafts ever, and it's so beautiful.

You can use these twig stars on a Christmas tree or a mantel or even hang them out on a patio or deck.

There's lots of fine motor development going on here too!

Check them out! I think you'll love them. :)

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Tissue Paper Christmas Wreath for Toddlers and Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/tissue-paper-christmas-wreath/ https://happyhooligans.ca/tissue-paper-christmas-wreath/#respond Sat, 05 Dec 2015 21:20:41 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=22772 Oh, I love it when we can make something SO pretty out of the simplest of materials. These tissue paper Christmas wreaths were so easy to make, but the kids really enjoyed the process: painting, crumpling, gluing, stapling. And look at them. Aren't they beautiful? Easy enough for toddlers and preschoolers to make, but pretty enough that you will want to hang it on a door or in a window in your home! Have a look!

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Tin Foil and Tissue Paper Ornaments https://happyhooligans.ca/tin-foil-tissue-paper-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/tin-foil-tissue-paper-ornaments/#respond Fri, 04 Dec 2015 18:57:52 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=22723 I love, love, love these simple homemade ornaments. Sparkly, colourful and gorgeous, and they're totally easy and inexpensive to make using tin foil and a few gems and jewels. Little kids will love the colourful process, and big kids can get really creative with the designs they make. Hey, I'm not going to lie. I thoroughly enjoyed making a few of my own. Check them out!

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“Tie Dyed” Christmas Ornaments with Sharpies and Rubbing Alcohol https://happyhooligans.ca/sharpie-and-alcohol-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/sharpie-and-alcohol-ornaments/#comments Sat, 28 Nov 2015 07:11:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=22680 We've done it again! We've used that fabulous Sharpie and Alcohol technique to create a beautiful tie-dye effect on our Christmas ornaments! If you've never tried it, you really must! It's so simple! Just colour your ornament with Sharpies, drip some rubbing alcohol on the ink, and watch the colours blend and swirl to create a fireworks of colour! Check them out!

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Easy Tissue Paper Ornaments for Kids of all Ages to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-tissue-paper-ornaments-for-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-tissue-paper-ornaments-for-kids/#respond Sun, 22 Nov 2015 22:00:56 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=22581 Gah! My little hooligans have done it again! They've taken the most ordinary material (used tissue paper), and turned it into something stunning! Oh my goodness! I get so excited about a craft like this. And what's great its that ALL ages will love this one! The toddlers and preschoolers will able to handle the process, and tweens and teens will enjoy it too! Heck, even I totally loved making mine! Hope you love this one as much as I do! Check it out!

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CD Mandala Ornaments for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/cd-mandala-ornaments-for-kids-to-make/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cd-mandala-ornaments-for-kids-to-make/#respond Sat, 21 Nov 2015 11:33:59 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=22550 Got some old, scratched CDs and DVDs that you don't know what to do with? Have your kids turn them into gorgeous CD Mandala ornaments for the Christmas tree! This is such a calming and relaxing activity, and the results are just beautiful! Don't you just love turning trash into treasures like this? Check them out!

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Adorable Ballerina Ornaments with Popsicle Sticks and Coffee Filters https://happyhooligans.ca/ballerina-ornaments-craft-sticks-coffee-filters/ https://happyhooligans.ca/ballerina-ornaments-craft-sticks-coffee-filters/#respond Fri, 20 Nov 2015 20:37:09 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=22532 I am IN LOVE with this latest craft! Ok, I know I can get a little over-excited about some of the stuff we make here in my daycare, but I am just beyond smitten with the ballerina ornaments we made yesterday. Oh. My. Goodness. They are SO adorable! AND, they were so easy! A craft stick and a coffee filter - who knew you could turn them into something so darn cute. If you have little dancers in your house (or in your classroom or daycare), they're going to be over the moon with this one! I hope you are too! Check them out!!

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Fine Motor Fruit Loops Ornaments for Toddlers https://happyhooligans.ca/fruit-loops-ornaments-fine-motor-skills/ https://happyhooligans.ca/fruit-loops-ornaments-fine-motor-skills/#respond Fri, 20 Nov 2015 04:01:58 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=22513 Just popping in with a super-quick little ornament for your toddlers to make.

This actually didn't even start out as an ornament. We were just doing this as a fine motor activity.

It occurred to me, when we were finished, that we could bend them and shape them, and hang them on the Christmas tree!

FYI: be prepared for some snacking while you're making these. They can never resist. Hee hee

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35 Gorgeous Star Ornaments for All ages to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/26-gorgeous-star-ornaments-to-make/ https://happyhooligans.ca/26-gorgeous-star-ornaments-to-make/#comments Wed, 18 Nov 2015 19:52:11 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=18181 Oh my STARS! Check out this gorgeous collection of star ornaments that you and your kids can make! Stars made from paper, twigs, fabric, styrofoam and even from CANDY. I am in love with this stunning collection...

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Reindeer Footprint Christmas Card for Toddlers and Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/footprint-rudolph-christmas-cards/ https://happyhooligans.ca/footprint-rudolph-christmas-cards/#comments Sun, 15 Nov 2015 14:40:59 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=18135 Everybody loves a footprint craft, right? Kids love making them, and parents and grandparents LOVE seeing a tiny footprint preserved in a craft. Well, these footprint reindeer cards are downright adorable! I love how the goofy googly eyes add a quirky expression to the reindeer's face! Tell the kids to kick off their socks, and make a bunch of these for friends and relatives this holiday season! You could totally use this technique to make homemade wrapping paper too! Have fun!!

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Adorable Paper Plate Gingerbread Man Craft https://happyhooligans.ca/paper-plate-gingerbread-man/ https://happyhooligans.ca/paper-plate-gingerbread-man/#comments Fri, 13 Nov 2015 22:37:54 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=22458 Ok, this is quite possibly THEE cutest gingerbread craft EVER. And guess what - it's SO super-easy. Oh, and it's also a paper plate craft because we're going gangbusters trying to finish our A-Z paper plate collection at the moment. This is probably the most adorable Letter "G" craft you could ever want, and it's also quite timely for Christmas crafting what with gingerbreads being very festive and all. Have a peek, and tell me it's not the most Anyway... have a peek, and tell me what you think. Is this over-the-top cuteness or what?

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10 Easy Christmas Crafts for Kids to Make for the Tree this Year https://happyhooligans.ca/christmas-crafts/ https://happyhooligans.ca/christmas-crafts/#comments Tue, 03 Nov 2015 15:01:18 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=249 Super-easy, simple materials, and they look just awesome! Don't you love a craft like that? Here are 10 of my favourite super-duper easy Christmas crafts for toddlers and preschoolers to make. Ok, the poinsettias are a wee bit complex, but the other nine are really basic, and my-oh-my, they are SO adorable! I'm tellin' you, you are going to have thee cutest Christmas tree in town if you stick with us this season! And just think - your heart will absolutely melt, year after year, when you pull these precious keepsakes out to decorate at Christmas time. Memories, my lovelies. You're making memories with your kids when you make these holiday crafts together. xx Check 'em out!

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Halloween Sprinkle Sandwiches https://happyhooligans.ca/halloween-sprinkle-sandwiches/ https://happyhooligans.ca/halloween-sprinkle-sandwiches/#respond Fri, 30 Oct 2015 20:18:47 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=22176 Here’s a quick and easy last-minute Halloween treat for class parties or Halloween get-togethers with friends and neighbours. Halloween Sprinkle Sandwiches!  These fun and yummy treats were inspired by the Halloween Fairy Bread that I made last year. And that Halloween Fairy Bread was inspired by Australian Fairy Bread which is a very popular birthday treat at...

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Cardboard Roll Mummies and Crows https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-roll-mummies-and-crows/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-roll-mummies-and-crows/#comments Tue, 27 Oct 2015 15:23:50 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=22103 Halloween is just around the corner, and we've whipped up some adorable cardboard roll mummies and crows for our friends over at CBC Parents! Not only are they super-duper-cute, and fun to make, the winding and wrapping process is great for strengthening fine motor skills and hand-eye co-ordination! Make some today with your kids or your students. Check 'em out here...

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Wine Cork Crows – a Quirky Little Cork Craft for Fall https://happyhooligans.ca/wine-cork-crows/ https://happyhooligans.ca/wine-cork-crows/#respond Fri, 16 Oct 2015 14:28:10 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=21816 Ok! We have another ADORABLE addition to our growing collection of wine cork craft! We made these little crows in a matter of minutes, and they're so darn cute! Great little Halloween decoration or perfect little table table toppers at a harvest dinner.

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Haunted Halloween Hand Melt – A Salt and Ice Experiment for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/salt-and-ice-experiment/ https://happyhooligans.ca/salt-and-ice-experiment/#comments Mon, 21 Sep 2015 05:00:50 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=11625 Hands down, one of the best Halloween Science experience you've ever seen. Hands Down. Get it? Sorry, I couldn't resist! Ahaha

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Last Minute Pumpkin Decorating Idea – Quick and Easy Jack-o-Lantern https://happyhooligans.ca/last-minute-pumpkin-decorating-idea/ https://happyhooligans.ca/last-minute-pumpkin-decorating-idea/#respond Sun, 13 Sep 2015 00:52:43 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=21401 If you've forgotten to carve your pumpkin this year, or if you just want a super-quick and easy way to decorate a jack-o-lantern (with out any fuss or mess), you're in luck! I have a 1-minute pumpkin decorating idea that could't be any easier! It's the perfect last minute pumpkin decorating idea for those of you who are too busy to bother with pumpkin-carving. With this little trick, you can have an adorable, whimsical "jack-o-lantern" in seconds!

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Mother’s Day Gifts You’d Love Your Kids to Make for You https://happyhooligans.ca/5-handmade-mothers-day-gifts/ https://happyhooligans.ca/5-handmade-mothers-day-gifts/#respond Sun, 12 Apr 2015 08:30:37 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=14434 Gorgeous handmade Mother's Day gifts for kids to make and give.

Spring has sprung, and Mother's Day is right around the corner, and you can bet that your kids (be it your own children or your students) are going to want to make something fabulous to give to Mom on her special day.

Well, you're in luck!

I just happen to have several totally gorgeous (and totally easy) homemade Mother's Day gifts for kids of all ages to make.

In my daycare, the crafts you'll see here were were made by preschoolers, but older kids, and even tweens would enjoy making these too.

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An Adorable CD Bunny Craft for Preschoolers and Toddlers to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/cd-bunny-craft-preschoolers-toddlers/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cd-bunny-craft-preschoolers-toddlers/#respond Fri, 03 Apr 2015 21:46:17 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=20150 Oh my gosh. Just when I thought our crafts couldn't get any cuter... check out these insanely cute CD bunnies we made yesterday! Honestly. I don't know if I can handle any more cuteness this week!

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Cuteness Alert: This CD Chick is Almost Too Cute To Handle https://happyhooligans.ca/cd-chick-craft-for-preschoolers/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cd-chick-craft-for-preschoolers/#respond Fri, 03 Apr 2015 03:31:30 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=20133 CUTENESS ALERT! Brace yourself. This is quite possibly the cutest little chick craft ever. And it's ridiculously easy to make too! Grab an old CD and some tissue paper, and let's do this!

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The Easiest Easter Chicks Ever (They’re So Darn Cute!) https://happyhooligans.ca/the-easiest-easter-chicks-ever-theyre-so-darn-cute/ https://happyhooligans.ca/the-easiest-easter-chicks-ever-theyre-so-darn-cute/#respond Tue, 31 Mar 2015 19:46:01 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=20085 Make the sweetest spring chicks and nests using things you already have around the house: tissue paper and paper bags! A last minute Easter craft doesn't get any easier than this!

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Adorable Easter Chick Napkin Ring Craft for Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/adorable-easter-chick-napkin-ring-craft-preschoolers/ https://happyhooligans.ca/adorable-easter-chick-napkin-ring-craft-preschoolers/#comments Wed, 04 Mar 2015 20:37:28 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=19540 Wanna see something that's just too stinkin' cute? Check out these adorable Easter chick napkin rings! This easy easter craft will add a cheery pop of colour to your Easter table this year.

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Fabric Scrap Valentine’s Cards https://happyhooligans.ca/fabric-scrap-valentines-cards/ https://happyhooligans.ca/fabric-scrap-valentines-cards/#respond Thu, 12 Feb 2015 19:02:49 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=19058 Dig out your fabric stash! It's going to come in very handy today! We're making easy and gorgeous fabric scrap Valentine's cards, we're using up those colourful bits of cotton that we've been hanging on to!

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5 More Easy Valentine Crafts for Toddlers and Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/5-easy-valentine-crafts-for-toddlers/ https://happyhooligans.ca/5-easy-valentine-crafts-for-toddlers/#respond Sat, 07 Feb 2015 17:42:14 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=19096 5 more fun and easy Valentine crafts for Toddlers and Preschoolers to make, using common, household supplies. I recently shared 6 simple Valentine’s crafts that are perfect for kids to make at home, daycare or preschool, and because we’ve been crafting up a storm here, today, I’m sharing 5 more easy Valentine crafts that your...

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Paper Plate Valentine’s Wreath for Toddlers and Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/paper-plate-valentines-wreath-preschoolers/ https://happyhooligans.ca/paper-plate-valentines-wreath-preschoolers/#respond Tue, 03 Feb 2015 15:41:28 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=19042 Your preschooler will love making this simple paper plate Valentine's wreath. Painting, gluing and crumpling tissue paper are wonderful ways for little ones to explore colour and texture, and strengthen their fine motor skills. And they'll be so proud to hang their creation on a door or window for Valentine's Day!

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Paper Bag Puffy Hearts – A Valentines Craft for Toddlers and Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/paper-bag-puffy-hearts/ https://happyhooligans.ca/paper-bag-puffy-hearts/#comments Wed, 28 Jan 2015 05:01:43 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=2518 Cutting, stamping, sewing and stuffing. So many fun skills for toddlers and preschoolers to practice when they're making these paper bag puffy hearts! Good news! This one can be done entirely using scraps and recyclables that you already have around the house! Gotta love that!

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Ribbon Heart Valentines Cards For Toddlers and Preschoolers to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/ribbon-heart-valentines-cards-toddlers/ https://happyhooligans.ca/ribbon-heart-valentines-cards-toddlers/#comments Tue, 27 Jan 2015 22:07:19 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=18923 If you're like me, your ribbon bin is overflowing with rolls of ribbon and various lengths of scraps. These ribbon heart Valentine's cards are a great way to put leftover strips of ribbon to good use! They're easy enough for toddlers and preschoolers to make, and they look SO pretty!

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6 Easy Valentine’s Crafts Your Toddlers and Preschoolers Will Love https://happyhooligans.ca/6-easy-valentines-crafts-toddlers/ https://happyhooligans.ca/6-easy-valentines-crafts-toddlers/#comments Tue, 20 Jan 2015 02:05:44 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=18792 Crafting for Valentine’s Day with the toddlers and preschoolers in my daycare is always so much fun. Our craft room is always a sea of pink and red at this time of year. There are hearts and sparkles and gems and jewels every where. The hooligans have been working for days to make the gifts...

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35+ Creative Ways to Use Leftover Candy Canes https://happyhooligans.ca/35-creative-ways-use-leftover-candy-canes/ https://happyhooligans.ca/35-creative-ways-use-leftover-candy-canes/#comments Sun, 18 Jan 2015 06:52:03 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=18758 35+ Creative ways to use leftover candy canes or broken candy canes for crafts, activities, recipes and science experiments! Christmas is well and truly behind us now, and if your house is like my house, you still have quite a few candy canes kicking around.  We always seem to end up with loads of leftover...

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Puffy Paint Valentines Cards for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/puffy-paint-valentines/ https://happyhooligans.ca/puffy-paint-valentines/#comments Wed, 14 Jan 2015 17:25:45 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=13004 Make Puffy Paint Valentines Cards using our 3-ingredient puffy paint recipe!  This is such a fun Valentines craft for kids. We’re crafting up a storm for Valentines Day here in my home daycare right now.  Have you seen all the Valentines crafts and activities that we’ve been busy with? Today I thought it would be fun...

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32 Classic Christmas Movies For the Family to Watch Together https://happyhooligans.ca/32-classic-christmas-movies-your-family-will-love/ https://happyhooligans.ca/32-classic-christmas-movies-your-family-will-love/#comments Mon, 22 Dec 2014 07:39:49 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=18420 It just doesn't feel like Christmas until you've watched your favourite holiday movies with the family, does it?

I recently asked my readers to share their favourite holiday classics with me, and they came up with 32 terrific titles!

Some old, some new, some I'd forgotten, and a few I'd never heard of. Have a look, and tell me - did we miss any of your family's favourites?

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Christmas Tree Sheet Music Ornaments for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/sheet-music-christmas-tree-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/sheet-music-christmas-tree-ornaments/#comments Tue, 16 Dec 2014 20:44:34 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=18353 Sheet music Christmas tree ornaments are so charming, and easy to make! Deck out your whole tree or use them as gift-toppers for the music-lovers on your Christmas list!

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Creative Way to Wrap Cash, Concert Tickets, Jewelry and Gift Cards https://happyhooligans.ca/cool-gift-wrapping-idea/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cool-gift-wrapping-idea/#comments Mon, 15 Dec 2014 18:07:49 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1772 What a super-fun way to disguise a small gift like cash, concert tickets or gift cards? Wrap it in a clean, used pull-tab can from your pantry cupboard! It's so fun to open, and they'll never be able to guess what's inside!

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Paper Bead Candy Cane Ornaments https://happyhooligans.ca/paper-bead-candy-cane-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/paper-bead-candy-cane-ornaments/#respond Sun, 14 Dec 2014 11:00:33 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=18309 Remember making paper beads when you were a kid? We used the same process to make these adorable candy cane ornaments the other day! Check 'em out and have your kids make a bunch for your Christmas tree!

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Pipe Cleaner Napkin Rings – an Easy, Last Minute Holiday Craft for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/pipe-cleaner-napkin-rings-kids-craft/ https://happyhooligans.ca/pipe-cleaner-napkin-rings-kids-craft/#respond Sat, 13 Dec 2014 02:16:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=18277 Looking for a last-minute Christmas craft for the kids? These bead and pipe cleaner napkin rings are so quick and easy to make! They look great, and toddlers and preschoolers will get a fine-motor work-out as well!

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I Spy Ornament – An Activity and an Ornament All in One https://happyhooligans.ca/spy-ornament-activity-ornament-one/ https://happyhooligans.ca/spy-ornament-activity-ornament-one/#respond Thu, 11 Dec 2014 01:17:28 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=18212 We love using clear glass ornaments to make fun and unique ornaments for the Christmas tree. This I Spy Ornament is especially fun.  Not only is it a decoration that your child will be proud to have made, it serves as a fun, little game for your kids to play as well! This ornament is...

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Ornaments – With Toilet Paper Rolls! https://happyhooligans.ca/teenage-mutant-ninja-turtle-ornaments-toilet-paper-rolls/ https://happyhooligans.ca/teenage-mutant-ninja-turtle-ornaments-toilet-paper-rolls/#comments Tue, 02 Dec 2014 04:30:05 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=18100 Woohoo! Adorable, easy Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle ornaments, and you don't need those green Christmas balls to make them! Check out how we made an adorable set of TMNT tree ornaments using cardboard rolls and scraps found around the house!

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Bead and Pipe Cleaner Christmas Trees – Easy Christmas Craft for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/bead-and-pipe-cleaner-ornaments-for-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/bead-and-pipe-cleaner-ornaments-for-kids/#respond Sun, 30 Nov 2014 17:39:23 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=18071 These bead and pipe cleaner ornaments really sparkle and shine! They're so easy to make and so pretty! They're great for helping little ones strengthen their fine-motor skills too!

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Popsicle Stick Santa, Elf and Reindeer Ornaments https://happyhooligans.ca/craft-stick-santa-elf-and-reindeer-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/craft-stick-santa-elf-and-reindeer-ornaments/#comments Sun, 30 Nov 2014 01:10:28 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=18033 ADORABLE OVERLOAD! Be warned: these craft stick Santa, elf and reindeer ornaments are almost too cute to handle! And they're so easy that even the toddlers will have fun crafting some of these up...

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12 Fine Motor Christmas Ornaments for Toddlers and Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/12-fine-motor-christmas-ornaments-toddlers-preschoolers/ https://happyhooligans.ca/12-fine-motor-christmas-ornaments-toddlers-preschoolers/#respond Tue, 25 Nov 2014 21:26:17 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=17957 Check out this collection of Christmas crafts for kids! 12 of my gorgeous Christmas ornaments that will encourage fine motor development in toddlers and preschoolers...

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Mason Jar Lid Ornaments with Sharpies and Tin Foil https://happyhooligans.ca/mason-jar-lid-ornaments-for-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/mason-jar-lid-ornaments-for-kids/#comments Sun, 23 Nov 2014 00:50:59 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=17903 Grab the Sharpies, a mason jar lid and the tin foil and make these charming and easy Christmas ornaments for your Christmas tree. I have the easiest little Christmas decoration to share with you today. We made some cool Mason Jar Lid Ornaments with tin foil and Sharpies. They kind of look like stained glass. If you’ve...

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Styrofoam Initial Ornaments for Toddlers to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/styrofoam-initial-ornaments-toddlers/ https://happyhooligans.ca/styrofoam-initial-ornaments-toddlers/#comments Wed, 19 Nov 2014 01:15:05 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=17859 Toddlers and preschoolers can make this easy styrofoam initial ornament using a styrofoam produce tray, paint and dollar store gems. Here’s a quick and easy Christmas craft for your toddlers to make today. One of the things you’ll find with most of our crafts is that we keep things really simple and budget friendly.  We almost...

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Pin-Up Christmas Tree Decorating Activity for Toddlers https://happyhooligans.ca/pin-up-christmas-tree-decorating-activity/ https://happyhooligans.ca/pin-up-christmas-tree-decorating-activity/#comments Sun, 16 Nov 2014 06:12:31 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=17775 If you have toddlers and preschoolers who love decorating the Christmas tree, this Pin-Up Christmas Tree Decorating Activity is a great way to let them do that without them rearranging your real Christmas tree. It’s a great Christmas party activity for preschoolers and toddlers, and a wonderful December activity for the daycare or preschool classroom. It’s easy, inexpensive, and will...

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Halloween Fairy Bread https://happyhooligans.ca/halloween-fairy-bread/ https://happyhooligans.ca/halloween-fairy-bread/#comments Thu, 30 Oct 2014 22:50:51 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=17511 Halloween Fairy Bread is easy to make and the perfect treat for a Halloween party for kids. Bread, butter and sprinkles are all you need to make this classic Aussie party treat.  What is Fairy Bread? If you hail from the northern hemisphere, it’s possible that you haven’t heard of fairy bread before.  I’ve only...

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Paper Plate Spider Craft for Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/paper-plate-spider-craft-preschoolers/ https://happyhooligans.ca/paper-plate-spider-craft-preschoolers/#comments Thu, 02 Oct 2014 18:46:34 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=17051 Toddlers and preschoolers will love this paper plate spider craft. It’ll have them painting, cutting, stamping and gluing… all the crafty stuff that little kids love best. We’ve been making lots of Halloween crafts this month, and I wanted to share our latest spider craft with you. I LOVE crafting with paper plates! I always have...

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Easter Egg Table Topper Craft for Toddlers- Painting with Q-tips https://happyhooligans.ca/easter-egg-table-toppers/ https://happyhooligans.ca/easter-egg-table-toppers/#comments Wed, 16 Apr 2014 04:48:50 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=14193 Toddlers and preschoolers will explore painting with Q-tips while making these easy  and adorable Easter Egg table toppers!   If you’re looking for a last-minute Easter craft for kids, these table toppers are really simple to make. To add some interest to the activity, we used Q-tips dipped in paint to decorate them!  They’re going...

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Coffee Filter Easter Wreath https://happyhooligans.ca/coffee-filter-easter-wreath-for-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/coffee-filter-easter-wreath-for-kids/#comments Tue, 18 Mar 2014 18:33:43 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=13657 If you’re looking for easy Easter crafts for kids, you’ll love this Coffee Filter Easter Wreath! It’s simple to make, the supply list is very simple, and toddlers and preschoolers will LOVE the creative process! Hooray for spring!  Winter is slowly coming to an end, and we’ve been busy making lots of spring crafts!  We’ve recently discovered...

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Valentines Play Dough Activity – “The Candy Shop” https://happyhooligans.ca/valentines-play-dough-activity-candy-shop/ https://happyhooligans.ca/valentines-play-dough-activity-candy-shop/#respond Fri, 14 Feb 2014 05:05:57 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=13066 Here’s a super Valentines activity for toddlers and preschoolers!  Your kids will have a blast making and creating with this playdough “Candy Shop”. The hooligans have been playing with our homemade play dough every day lately.  We’ve had all kinds of neat play dough activities going on, and I’ll write about those in the days...

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Easy Valentines Lunch for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-valentines-lunch-ideas-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-valentines-lunch-ideas-kids/#respond Thu, 13 Feb 2014 19:54:09 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=13054 Heart shaped sandwiches, strawberries sliced into hearts and red yellow makes an easy  Valentines lunch for kids. Wondering what to serve the kids for lunch on Valentine’s Day?  Here are a few heart-y lunch ideas (excuse the pun) that the toddlers and preschoolers in my daycare love! Please forgive the quality of a couple of the...

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Tissue Paper and Contact Paper ” Stained Glass Window” – Activity for Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/tissue-paper-stained-glass-window/ https://happyhooligans.ca/tissue-paper-stained-glass-window/#comments Sat, 08 Feb 2014 03:50:19 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=12988 This is a Valentines activity that toddlers and preschoolers will love. Using tissue paper and contact paper, kids can transform a window into a colourful piece of Valentines art for the sun to shine through.  If you’ve been following along with us for a while now, you know I love crafting with tissue paper. One...

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Tin-Foil Tissue Hearts – Valentines Decorations for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/tin-foil-tissue-hearts/ https://happyhooligans.ca/tin-foil-tissue-hearts/#comments Wed, 05 Feb 2014 15:20:29 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=2316 Tin-foil and tissue paper hearts are fun and easy for kids of all ages to make as a Valentines craft. All that’s required is a cardboard heart, aluminum foil, tissue paper and craft jewels. I love having a holiday to craft about, and Valentine’s Day is one of my favourites!  These adorable tin foil and...

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Tissue Paper Valentines Wreath for Toddlers to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/tissue-paper-valentine-wreath/ https://happyhooligans.ca/tissue-paper-valentine-wreath/#comments Thu, 30 Jan 2014 06:51:56 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=12822 Tissue Paper Valentines Wreath: a fine-motor Valentine’s craft for kids! Our tissue paper Valentines Wreath is the perfect Valentines craft for toddlers and preschoolers to make.  It’s bright and colourful, it’s a great fine-motor and sensory activity, and it’s a craft that’s easy enough for very young children to do. Why I love crafting with...

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Cardboard Gingerbread House Decorating Activity for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-gingerbread-house/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-gingerbread-house/#comments Fri, 20 Dec 2013 05:19:52 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=12535 Looking for a candy-free gingerbread house idea? Kids can decorate this cardboard gingerbread house with colourful scraps from the craft room. It’s a fun activity for kids to do at a Christmas party or as a group at daycare or preschool.   We have quite a few gingerbread crafts here on my blog, and this one is...

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Pour Painted Christmas Ornaments https://happyhooligans.ca/pour-painted-christmas-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/pour-painted-christmas-ornaments/#comments Sat, 14 Dec 2013 19:56:06 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=12469 These pour-painted Christmas ornaments are stunning and really fun to make.

A single ornament makes a lovely gift for a teacher or neighbour, and a whole set is a great gift for anyone on your Christmas list.

Older kids will love this simple but mesmerizing process. The results are incredible every time!

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Bird Seashell Christmas Ornaments for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/bird-seashell-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/bird-seashell-ornaments/#comments Fri, 06 Dec 2013 02:52:08 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=12397 Bird seashell Christmas ornaments.  An easy Christmas nature craft for kids to make with shells collected at the beach. The preschoolers and I have made some pretty cute Christmas Crafts over the years, and these adorable, little bird ornaments are a new favourite here. Crafting with natural items: Crafting with items like seashells, sticks and stones is...

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Tissue Paper Mosaic Ornaments https://happyhooligans.ca/tissue-paper-mosaic-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/tissue-paper-mosaic-ornaments/#comments Wed, 04 Dec 2013 16:40:42 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=12290 Tissue Paper Mosaic Christmas Ornaments – a fine motor Christmas craft for kids to make and hang on the Christmas tree. We recently made these gorgeous Tissue Paper Mosaic Ornaments here in my daycare.  They were easy to make with just a few supplies.  This was an excellent fine motor activity, and the results were...

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Tissue Paper Christmas Wreath Craft for Toddlers https://happyhooligans.ca/wreath-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/wreath-ornaments/#comments Wed, 04 Dec 2013 07:26:45 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=12372 Tissue paper wreath ornaments: a fine-motor Christmas craft for toddlers and preschoolers… These colourful tissue paper wreath ornaments are great to make with toddlers and preschoolers.  Kids love the colours and texture that tissue paper offers, and I love how versatile it is.  We used to make many seasonal and holiday wreaths here in my...

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Snowflake Ornaments with Craft Sticks and Buttons https://happyhooligans.ca/craft-stick-snowflake-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/craft-stick-snowflake-ornaments/#comments Mon, 02 Dec 2013 05:27:29 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=12187 Snowflake Ornaments with Craft Sticks and Buttons: an easy, fine-motor Christmas craft for kids. By now you’ve  probably noticed we get a little excited about Christmas crafting here in my daycare. As much as we do a lot of crafting throughout the month of December (generally one craft per day), I like to stick to projects...

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CD Snowman Ornaments for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/cd-snowman-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cd-snowman-ornaments/#comments Sat, 30 Nov 2013 04:43:19 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=12266 Don’t throw out your old CDs and DVDs! Turn them into these adorable CD Snowman ornaments with your kids.  It’s a just another one in our collection of quick and easy snowman crafts for kids. We love using our old CDs and DVDs for crafting here in my daycare. The other day we made these gorgeous, glittered...

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Rascally Reindeer Decorations – An Alternative to Elf on the Shelf https://happyhooligans.ca/rascally-reindeer-decorations/ https://happyhooligans.ca/rascally-reindeer-decorations/#comments Wed, 27 Nov 2013 19:34:29 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=12231 The Rascally Reindeer – our alternative to Elf on the Shelf! You’ve probably heard of The Elf on the Shelf, right? That mischievous elf who shows up at the beginning of December to keep an eye on your kids as they count down the days until Christmas. By day, the elf sits on a shelf, watching...

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CD Christmas Ornaments with Paint and Glitter https://happyhooligans.ca/cd-christmas-ornaments-paint-glitter/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cd-christmas-ornaments-paint-glitter/#comments Sun, 24 Nov 2013 03:12:26 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=12133 How to Make CD Christmas Ornaments with paint and glitter. This is a fun and easy craft that yields beautiful results. Great creative activity for toddlers right through to tweens. You’ll also love our CD Galaxy Ornaments with Old CDs. We’ve been making tons of easy but beautiful handmade ornaments here in my daycare, and...

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Button and Cardboard Christmas Tree Ornaments https://happyhooligans.ca/button-christmas-tree-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/button-christmas-tree-ornaments/#comments Fri, 22 Nov 2013 04:25:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=12101 These button and cardboard Christmas trees are a great Christmas craft for toddlers and preschoolers to make, and a fun preschool painting technique too! When it comes to art techniques for kids, I love to think outside of the box, and get the hooligans creating in fun and unusual ways. Today we’re painting with pony...

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Popsicle Stick Snowman Ornaments https://happyhooligans.ca/craft-stick-snowman-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/craft-stick-snowman-ornaments/#comments Sat, 16 Nov 2013 07:12:29 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=12028 These popsicle stick snowman ornaments are a simple snowman craft , easy enough for toddlers and preschoolers to make with little assistance.  The hooligans have made a LOT of popsicle stick ornaments in my daycare over the years, and these simple snowmen ornaments are always a favourite.  They’re easy for young children to make, and require just a few...

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Coffee Filter Christmas Tree Ornaments https://happyhooligans.ca/coffee-filter-christmas-tree-ornament/ https://happyhooligans.ca/coffee-filter-christmas-tree-ornament/#comments Wed, 13 Nov 2013 18:56:01 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=12000 These coffee filter Christmas tree ornaments are so fun and easy for toddlers and preschoolers to make using paper coffee filters and a few craft gems and jewels. Not only will young children enjoy the creative process for these pretty ornaments, this craft teaches kids about water absorption and colour blending, and strengthens fine motor...

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Pumpkin Art for Toddlers and Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/pumpkin-art-toddlers/ https://happyhooligans.ca/pumpkin-art-toddlers/#respond Wed, 30 Oct 2013 15:34:17 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=11735 Pumpkin Art for Kids – a cute and easy Halloween Craft toddlers and preschoolers, which combines art and fine motor development… At this time of year, there’s no shortage of pumpkin crafts here in my daycare. We’ve been busy making something pumpkin related almost every day here for the past couple of weeks. Check out our:...

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Skeleton Footprint Craft for Toddlers and Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/skeleton-foot-craft/ https://happyhooligans.ca/skeleton-foot-craft/#comments Wed, 30 Oct 2013 03:25:26 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=11724 This Skeleton Footprint Craft  s a great little halloween craft for toddlers. They’ll get to make a painty footprint, which kids always love doing, and they can practice their cutting skills to make the “bones” for their feet.  Did you see the skeleton handprint craft my toddlers made the other day? We had some styrofoam pieces leftover...

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Skeleton Handprint Craft https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-skeleton-craft/ https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-skeleton-craft/#comments Tue, 29 Oct 2013 00:11:25 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=11702 This skeleton handprint craft for toddlers and preschoolers is a fun way to explore skeletons and an easy halloween craft handprint craft too! The toddlers and preschoolers in my daycare love making handprint crafts, so this little skeleton handprint craft the perfect Halloween craft to go along with our lesson about skeletons today. I wasn’t sure if...

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Why is it called Candy Corn? https://happyhooligans.ca/why-is-it-called-candy-corn/ https://happyhooligans.ca/why-is-it-called-candy-corn/#comments Mon, 28 Oct 2013 02:51:31 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=11683 I finally figured out why they call it Candy Corn, and it only took me 46 years… Ok, tell me I’m not alone.  Tell me I’m not the only one who never quite understood how Candy Corn ever got its name. For as long as I can remember, I’ve quite liked candy corn, but the...

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Painted Ghost Craft – Stamped with Sponges https://happyhooligans.ca/painted-ghost-craft/ https://happyhooligans.ca/painted-ghost-craft/#respond Thu, 24 Oct 2013 18:50:32 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=11654 This painted ghost craft is a sweet and easy Halloween craft for toddlers and preschoolers! The toddlers and preschoolers in my daycare have made some really cute ghost crafts lately, and we’re adding another one to the collection today. The hooligans have been exploring stamping and printmaking at craft time lately. The other day, we...

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Paper Bag Alien Hat https://happyhooligans.ca/paper-bag-alien-hat/ https://happyhooligans.ca/paper-bag-alien-hat/#respond Thu, 17 Oct 2013 10:30:46 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=9208 Looking for a fun and easy Halloween craft for your kids to make? Here’s a terrific paper bag craft that they’ll love. They can make this paper bag monster or alien hat to wear with a costume or for pretend play. All you need is a paper bag and a few basic craft supplies. Head on...

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Threading Straws – Halloween Necklaces for Preschoolers To Make https://happyhooligans.ca/halloween-necklaces/ https://happyhooligans.ca/halloween-necklaces/#comments Wed, 16 Oct 2013 04:07:43 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=11549 Halloween Necklaces – great, little halloween craft toddlers and preschoolers to help develop hand-eye co-ordination and fine motor skills. We’re making lots of Halloween crafts here in my home daycare these days! We made these Hallowe’en necklaces today! The hooligans loved the process for the festive colours, and because they created something they could wear....

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Toilet Roll Mummy Craft for Toddlers and Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/toilet-roll-mummies/ https://happyhooligans.ca/toilet-roll-mummies/#comments Sun, 13 Oct 2013 04:01:41 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=11420 Toilet roll mummies – a cute and easy Halloween craft for toddlers and preschoolers to make! We’ve made countless Halloween crafts over the years and countless toilet paper roll crafts, and these toilet roll mummies are my favourite combination of the two. These mummies are so easy to make: A little tissue paper, a toilet roll...

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Halloween Button Bracelet for Toddlers and Preschoolers to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/button-bracelet/ https://happyhooligans.ca/button-bracelet/#comments Sat, 12 Oct 2013 03:54:47 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=11523 This Halloween button bracelet helps kids to develop their fine motor skills. It’s a fun and easy halloween craft for toddlers and preschoolers.  What do you make when the kids have jewellery making on their minds, but you had a Halloween craft in mind? ‘A Halloween button bracelet of course!  It’s the perfect compromise! Our...

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Spider Handprint Craft – and a Cool Way to Paint a Spider’s Web https://happyhooligans.ca/painting-spiders-cobwebs/ https://happyhooligans.ca/painting-spiders-cobwebs/#comments Thu, 10 Oct 2013 04:01:45 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=11467 This spider handprint craft combines two of my favourite painting techniques for toddlers and preschoolers. Hand print art and painting with golf balls!  My hooligans loved it, and I’ll bet yours will too! You can make this spider craft as a Halloween craft or if you’re working on a preschool spider unit, or just for...

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Spooktacular Halloween Crows Craft for Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/spooktacular-halloween-owls/ https://happyhooligans.ca/spooktacular-halloween-owls/#comments Tue, 01 Oct 2013 04:01:26 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=11309 Spectacular Halloween Crows: toilet rolls, buttons and feathers, oh my! If you’re making some fun and easy Halloween crafts with your kids this month, put these little crows on your must-make list! I am such a sucker for a cute bird craft!  I’m also a huge fan of using toilet rolls for crafting here in...

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Toilet Roll Easter Bunnies for Toddlers and Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/toilet-roll-easter-bunnies/ https://happyhooligans.ca/toilet-roll-easter-bunnies/#comments Tue, 26 Mar 2013 05:34:20 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=8076 These toilet paper roll bunnies are a fun and easy Easter craft for toddlers and preschoolers to make and a great way to use some of the cardboard rolls you’ve set aside for crafting.  These past few weeks we’ve been making Easter finger puppets, adorable Easter chicks, simple Easter wreaths and easy Easter decorations. Today we made...

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Stained Glass Easter Egg Craft – Window Art for Toddlers and Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/stained-glass-easter-eggs-2/ https://happyhooligans.ca/stained-glass-easter-eggs-2/#comments Mon, 25 Mar 2013 04:10:48 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=8058 Contact paper and tissue paper provide art experience for toddlers and preschoolers. Sticking the tissue paper to the contact paper is great for fine motor skills, and when the craft is done, you can hang it in a window for a lovely stained glass effect. Welcome to the latest craft in our collection of Easy...

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Toilet Roll Peeps Craft for Toddlers and Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/toilet-roll-peeps/ https://happyhooligans.ca/toilet-roll-peeps/#comments Fri, 22 Mar 2013 10:30:36 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=7998 Toddlers and preschoolers will love making these toilet roll peeps for Easter. They’re as cute and colourful as marshmallow peeps, but hooray… they’re sugar-free. Spring is just around the corner, and so is Easter, so my daycare toddlers and hooligans have been making lots of cute and easy Easter crafts. Remember the simple paper bag nests that...

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Melted Crayon Art Hearts https://happyhooligans.ca/valentines-art-with-melted-crayons/ https://happyhooligans.ca/valentines-art-with-melted-crayons/#comments Thu, 14 Feb 2013 14:20:24 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=6786 Have you ever created art with melted crayons? It’s a pretty cool technique!  The colours all blend and swirl together so magically!  It’s almost hypnotizing watching it happen. Want to give it a try?  Grab a handful of crayons, and head on over to CBC Parents to see how we made these Melted Crayon Hearts for Valentines...

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Valentines Collage Pops https://happyhooligans.ca/valentines-collage-pops/ https://happyhooligans.ca/valentines-collage-pops/#comments Tue, 12 Feb 2013 02:53:02 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=7155 An easy Valentine’s craft that toddlers and preschoolers can make using odds and ends from around the house. These Valentine’s collage pops are really cute. They’re totally random – just a hodgepodge of materials.  Basically, you can use whatever you have around the house to decorate your collage pops with.  These are kinds of like a Valentines...

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Homemade Votive Candle Holders for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/homemade-votive-candle-holders/ https://happyhooligans.ca/homemade-votive-candle-holders/#comments Fri, 08 Feb 2013 04:29:14 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=7043 Homemade votive candle holders for Valentines Day – an easy homemade Valentines craft for preschoolers to make and give. We love crafting for Valentine’s Day here in my home daycare.   The hooligans love making something special to give their moms and dads for Valentine’s day, and we just love being surrounded by all the...

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Homemade Chocolate and Strawberry Play Dough https://happyhooligans.ca/play-dough-chocolate-shop/ https://happyhooligans.ca/play-dough-chocolate-shop/#comments Wed, 06 Feb 2013 04:10:58 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=6944 Chocolate shop play dough activity for Valentines Day! We are huge fans of homemade play dough activities here.  I’ve never met a kid who doesn’t love to play with playdough.  It’s so therapeutic and it’s terrific for building fine motor skills and hand, finger and upper-arm muscles.  Some say that offering play dough every day,...

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Marbleized Valentines Day Craft with Shaving Cream and Food Coloring https://happyhooligans.ca/shaving-cream-and-food-colouring-2/ https://happyhooligans.ca/shaving-cream-and-food-colouring-2/#comments Tue, 05 Feb 2013 03:04:40 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=6911 Kids can make these Marbleized Valentines using shaving cream and food colouring. It’s a fun, easy and fascinating art process that all ages will love! We love experimenting with easy but really cool painting techniques here in my daycare. As a result, we’ve discovered a lot of really creative ways to create art using basic household...

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Colour-Themed Clear Glass {or Plastic} Ornaments – for Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/glass-ball-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/glass-ball-ornaments/#comments Sat, 22 Dec 2012 00:12:19 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=6145 These easy colour-themed clear glass ornaments are easy to make and a fun way for toddlers and preschoolers to learn about colour families and to explore various materials and textures.   You know how much we love making easy, inexpensive Christmas ornaments that look GREAT.  Well, these colours-themed clear glass ornaments certainly fit the bill....

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Homemade Cardboard Picture Frames for Toddlers and Preschoolers to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-picture-frames/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cardboard-picture-frames/#comments Fri, 21 Dec 2012 05:59:23 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=6125 These Homemade Picture Frames are easy to make with some cardboard from the pantry cupboard and some paint. They’re simple enough for toddlers and preschoolers to make, and such a sweet homemade gift for kids to give at Christmas. A homemade picture frame is a such a meaningful gift for a child to give at Christmas. I...

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Popsicle Stick Star Ornaments for Toddlers and Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/craft-stick-star-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/craft-stick-star-ornaments/#comments Wed, 19 Dec 2012 03:50:45 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=6098 These POPSICLE STICK STAR ORNAMENTS  are easy to make using popsicle sticks and craft jewels. They’re one of my favourite popsicle stick crafts for toddlers and preschoolers. We are well and truly in Christmas countdown mode now. My daycare hooligans and I have only 2 days left together before we break for the holidays. We have done...

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Milk Jug Sun Catchers for Christmas https://happyhooligans.ca/milk-jug-sun-catchers/ https://happyhooligans.ca/milk-jug-sun-catchers/#comments Sat, 15 Dec 2012 00:57:10 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=6022 Kids can make these easy milk jug sun catchers to hang on the Christmas tree or to string into a garland.  All you need is a plastic milk jug and some Sharpie markers!  Great Christmas craft for toddlers and preschoolers but older kids will love it too! Looking for an easy, last minute Christmas craft to...

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Cardboard Tube Snowman Ornaments https://happyhooligans.ca/snowman-ornament/ https://happyhooligans.ca/snowman-ornament/#comments Fri, 14 Dec 2012 00:58:59 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=5980 Cardboard Roll Snowman Ornaments – an easy and adorable Christmas craft for kids What is it about homemade snowman ornaments?  They’re so darn cute!  It doesn’t matter how you make ’em, they always end up looking just adorable.  Check out our CD Snowman Ornaments, Snowman Activity Tray and our toilet roll Snow People for a big...

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Mini “Christmas Gift” Ornaments for Toddlers to Make with Tin Foil https://happyhooligans.ca/foil-wrapped-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/foil-wrapped-ornaments/#comments Mon, 10 Dec 2012 20:32:33 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=5956 These TIN FOIL ORNAMENTS  look just like little Christmas gifts, and are easy for toddlers and preschoolers to make. They’ll add shimmer to your Christmas tree, and provide lots of fine-motor practice. We made these adorable little tin foil Christmas gifts to hang on the Christmas tree the other day, and the toddlers and preschoolers loved...

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Styrofoam Ornaments for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/styrofoam-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/styrofoam-ornaments/#comments Sun, 09 Dec 2012 05:00:36 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=5631 Don’t you just love a simple Christmas craft that looks gorgeous?  We made these beautiful styrofoam ornaments using basic supplies we had around the house.  They were so easy to make, and I think they turned out beautifully! You can do this craft with children of any age, from toddler right up through teenager.  I...

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DIY Lighted Christmas Balls – Unique Outdoor Christmas Lights Idea https://happyhooligans.ca/lighted-christmas-balls/ https://happyhooligans.ca/lighted-christmas-balls/#comments Sat, 08 Dec 2012 23:13:13 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=5900 Looking for unique outdoor Christmas light ideas?  Make your own homemade lighted Christmas balls!  They’re stunning, you’ll have unique, one-of-a-kind decorations in the yard this year, and your neighbours will be in awe! So, my hubby’s balls are the talk of the neighbourhood right now.  I’m not kidding.  The ladies are swooning.  The men have...

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Beaded Wreath Ornament for Toddlers and Preschoolers to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/beaded-wreath-ornament/ https://happyhooligans.ca/beaded-wreath-ornament/#comments Sat, 08 Dec 2012 01:06:49 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=5883 This easy beaded wreath ornament is a easy Christmas ornament for toddlers and preschoolers to make. It’s great for fine motor skills, and kids will be so proud to hang their create on the Christmas tree.  It doesn’t get much easier than this one!  A pipe cleaner, some beads and a ribbon are all it...

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Handprint Mitten Craft Toddlers and Preschoolers to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/handprint-mitten-ornament/ https://happyhooligans.ca/handprint-mitten-ornament/#comments Fri, 07 Dec 2012 04:55:37 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=5870 Trace your child’s hand to make this felt handprint mitten ornament. Years from now, when you hang this little mitten on the Christmas tree, you’ll reminisce about how small your child once was. You’ll also love our Baby Sock Keepsake Ornament. Another easy and inexpensive Christmas craft for toddlers! There are plenty of handprint Christmas...

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Paint Chip Candy Cane Craft for Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/paint-chip-candy-canes/ https://happyhooligans.ca/paint-chip-candy-canes/#comments Wed, 05 Dec 2012 03:08:04 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=5793 These Paint Chip Candy Canes  are fun and easy for toddlers and preschoolers to make as a Christmas craft in December. They’re great for helping kids learn how to use scissors, and a fun way to use some paint chip samples from the paint store.  This paint chip candy cane craft was completely unplanned, and came...

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Candy Cane Wreath Ornaments for Preschoolers to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/candy-cane-wreath-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/candy-cane-wreath-ornaments/#comments Sat, 01 Dec 2012 00:33:23 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=5746 If you’re looking for an easy homemade Christmas craftt for toddlers and preschoolers, this simple candy cane wreath ornament is perfect. All you need is cardboard and tissue paper to make it. These candy cane wreath ornaments are very easy to make, so they’re perfect for toddlers and preschoolers.  You can chose your own colours...

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Lacing Tree Ornaments for Toddlers and Preschoolers to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/lacing-tree-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/lacing-tree-ornaments/#comments Fri, 30 Nov 2012 05:22:09 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=5730 Lacing Tree Ornaments: an easy Christmas craft for toddlers and preschoolers, and a fine-motor activity too! I know today’s Christmas craft is quite similar to Tuesday’s wool-wrapped ornaments, but hey, we love a tree ornament that looks like a Christmas tree, so we’re adding this to our collection. The toddlers and preschoolers in my daycare love lacing...

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Wool Wrapped Christmas Tree Ornaments for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/wool-wrapped-tree-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/wool-wrapped-tree-ornaments/#comments Tue, 27 Nov 2012 22:18:25 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=5681 These Wool Wrapped Tree Ornaments are fun to make and a great way for young kids strengthen their fine-motor skills We’ve been having fun making “Christmas tree” Christmas tree ornaments.  What I mean is, we’re making ornaments that look like actual Christmas trees. Wrapping a length of yarn around an object can be a tricky...

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Simple Snowflake Ornaments for Toddlers and Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/simple-snowflake-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/simple-snowflake-ornaments/#comments Tue, 27 Nov 2012 01:05:42 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=5673 These simple snowflake ornaments were so quick and easy to make with cardboard and fluffy yarn.  They’re perfect as a last minute Christmas craft for your toddler either at home or at daycare. Little fingers will love the soft and fluffy feeling of these homemade ornaments, and they’ll be so proud to hang them on...

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Easy Initial Ornaments for Preschoolers to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-initial-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-initial-ornaments/#comments Sat, 24 Nov 2012 00:47:36 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=5584 This cute initial ornament for toddlers and preschoolers is easy to make with cardboard, paint and some craft jewels. Your kids will be so proud to see their initial hanging on your Christmas tree. Here’s another fun, fast and fabulous Christmas craft for toddlers and preschoolers! It’s an easy and adorable initial ornament made with stuff...

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Cardboard and Button Wreath Ornaments for Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/simple-button-wreaths/ https://happyhooligans.ca/simple-button-wreaths/#comments Fri, 23 Nov 2012 03:55:29 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=5552 Using cardboard and buttons, toddlers and preschoolers can make these simple button wreaths to hang on your Christmas Tree. We’ve made button wreaths here before, and we’ve done them a couple of different ways. We’ve made gorgeous pipe cleaner and button wreaths, and mason jar button wreaths, but today’s even easier, and perfect for toddlers preschoolers....

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Scented Sandpaper Gingerbread Ornaments for Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/scented-sandpaper-gingerbread-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/scented-sandpaper-gingerbread-ornaments/#comments Wed, 21 Nov 2012 04:43:04 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=5507 These Scented Sandpaper Gingerbread Men ornaments are fun and easy for toddlers and preschoolers to make.  Rough sandpaper, cinnamon and cloves, soft yarn and smooth shiny buttons provide a lovley sensory experience for little ones.  We have a number of adorable gingerbread man crafts here on the blog, and this is one of my favourites for toddlers...

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Smoosh and Stamp Pumpkin Art for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/smoosh-and-stamp-pumpkins/ https://happyhooligans.ca/smoosh-and-stamp-pumpkins/#comments Wed, 31 Oct 2012 03:06:18 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=4749 Smoosh and Stamp Pumpkin art for kids: a fun and easy Halloween craft for toddlers and preschoolers to make. Well, here we are, the day before Halloween!  We’ve been doing crafting for Halloween in my daycare these past few weeks.  Today, on our last day of daycare before Halloween, we used one of my favourite toddler painting...

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Halloween Sensory Bin https://happyhooligans.ca/halloween-sensory-bin/ https://happyhooligans.ca/halloween-sensory-bin/#comments Tue, 30 Oct 2012 03:03:14 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=4734 Put together a spooky Halloween Sensory Bin for hours of exploratory play! My toddlers and preschoolers have been exploring all kinds of ghostly goodies in this Halloween Sensory Bin this week. This fun and easy sensory bin was very easy to put together, using items that I had tucked away from last year’s Halloween bin, as...

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Tissue Paper Halloween Wreaths for Toddlers and Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/halloween-wreaths/ https://happyhooligans.ca/halloween-wreaths/#comments Sat, 27 Oct 2012 18:06:16 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=4724 Toddlers and preschoolers will have loads of fun making these simple spooky Halloween Wreaths to hang on the front door this October. We LOVE crafting for Halloween here in my daycare. We’ve made so many fun and spooky spiders, monsters, mummies and ghosts in the weeks leading up to Halloween. Our latest Halloween craft is one...

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Halloween Sun Catcher for Toddlers and Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/halloween-suncatcher/ https://happyhooligans.ca/halloween-suncatcher/#comments Tue, 23 Oct 2012 00:08:20 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=4631 Recycle a plastic jug into an adorable Halloween sun catcher. All you need is a plastic container and some Sharpie Markers. Today’s easy Halloween craft is quick and easy, which is great for really young children who don’t have the attention span to craft for too long. You can do this craft at any time of...

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Halloween Collage Art for Toddlers and Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/haunted-hodge-podge/ https://happyhooligans.ca/haunted-hodge-podge/#comments Wed, 17 Oct 2012 02:03:52 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=4474 Create a spooky collage with our Haunted Hodge-Podge Halloween Art Collage. Ooooo!  I have a fun and easy Halloween project for you today!   The hooligans each created a Haunted Hodge-Podge collage with fabric scraps and odds and ends from our craft cupboards. Not only was this a fun exercise in creating open-ended art, it...

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Boneyard Halloween Wreath for Toddlers and Preschoolers to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/halloween-wreath/ https://happyhooligans.ca/halloween-wreath/#comments Thu, 04 Oct 2012 22:35:08 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=4336 Here’s a fun and easy craft for toddlers and preschoolers to make this halloween! It’s a spooky boneyard wreath to hang on the front door for halloween.  Aside from Christmas, Halloween is my favourite time of year for crafting with my daycare hooligans.  I swear, I could come up with a different Halloween craft, every single day in...

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Marbleized Easter Egg Garland – a Fun and Easy Easter Craft for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/easter-egg-garland-painted-with-golf-balls/ https://happyhooligans.ca/easter-egg-garland-painted-with-golf-balls/#comments Sat, 07 Apr 2012 00:53:48 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=3112 Learn how to do marbleized painting with a golf ball and a cardboard box. It’s a fun way for kids to make art while strengthening gross-motor coordination and fine motor skills. This Marbleized Egg Garland is a great Easter craft for kids of all ages. The painting process is a lot of fun, and the...

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Tin Foil and Tissue Paper Easter Egg Craft for Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/tin-foil-easter-eggs/ https://happyhooligans.ca/tin-foil-easter-eggs/#comments Thu, 29 Mar 2012 18:14:33 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=3037 This easy Easter Egg Craft is fun for preschoolers to make and it uses simple materials that you have around the home – tin foil, cardboard, tissue paper and some craft gems. Your kids can make these Easter ornaments to hang in a window or from the branches of an Easter Tree.   These tin foil...

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Tissue Paper Easter Wreath for Toddlers and Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/easter-wreath/ https://happyhooligans.ca/easter-wreath/#comments Tue, 27 Mar 2012 17:41:17 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=2962 Today, we’re kicking off our Spring Craft Collection with this pretty Tissue Paper Easter Wreath! You’ll love how easy this is, and your little ones will love the colour, the texture and the process! I love making wreaths with the toddlers and preschoolers in my daycare. We make them for every season and holiday, and...

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Toilet Roll Easter Chicks – an Easy Easter Craft for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/toilet-roll-easter-chicks/ https://happyhooligans.ca/toilet-roll-easter-chicks/#comments Fri, 23 Mar 2012 18:41:43 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=2897 These Toilet Roll Easter Chicks are one of my favourite chick crafts for toddlers and preschoolers. With their toilet roll bodies and tissue paper feathers, they’re fun and easy for young children to make to display at home or in the preschool classroom.  Today’s easy Easter craft is our latest in our collection of fun...

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Handprint Valentines Cards https://happyhooligans.ca/hand-hearts/ https://happyhooligans.ca/hand-hearts/#comments Tue, 14 Feb 2012 19:44:41 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=2563 Kids handprints make the shape of a heart for these easy but adorable homemade Valentine’s cards.  We have made so many easy and adorable Valentines crafts this year here in my home daycare, and today we made our final heart-craft of the season. My toddlers and preschoolers made these cute, little Handprint Hearts Valentines cards to...

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Scrape-Painted Valentines for Toddlers and Preschoolers to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/painting-with-credit-cards-a-valentines-craf/ https://happyhooligans.ca/painting-with-credit-cards-a-valentines-craf/#comments Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:26:05 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=2495 Toddlers and Preschoolers are going to love this Valentines Craft!  Scrape-Painted Valentines are so fun to make with a few shades of red and pink paint and an old, expired credit card! We’re having so much fun with all of the Valentines crafts we’re making here in my home daycare.  Our craft room is a...

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Mesh Hearts “Sewing” Activity for Toddlers and Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/mesh-hearts-valentines-craft/ https://happyhooligans.ca/mesh-hearts-valentines-craft/#respond Fri, 03 Feb 2012 01:01:54 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=2438 Toddlers and preschoolers can practice their sewing skills with this simple mesh hearts sewing activity.  It’s a great fine-motor activity, and another cute Valentine’s craft for daycare or preschool. Here in my home daycare, we love crafting with stuff we already have around the house.  It’s  great way to keep crafting costs down, and it’s...

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Valentines Activity Bin https://happyhooligans.ca/valentines-activity-bin/ https://happyhooligans.ca/valentines-activity-bin/#comments Tue, 24 Jan 2012 19:44:18 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=2302 Make a Valentines Activity Bin using things you have around the house. It will keep toddlers and preschoolers entertained and learning for days. I just love Valentines crafts and activities, don’t you?  It’s so fun to get creative with a holiday theme, and Valentine’s day is one of our favourites here in my home daycare. Last...

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Homemade Greeting Cards from Wallpaper Samples and Fabric Scraps https://happyhooligans.ca/homemade-cards/ https://happyhooligans.ca/homemade-cards/#comments Wed, 28 Dec 2011 12:46:50 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1978 Make your own homemade greeting cards from paper and fabric scraps and a few gems and jewels from the craft room! You’ll never need to buy a greeting card again if you make your own with simple supplies you have around the house. The kids have been making homemade Christmas cards here in my daycare...

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Candy Cane Ornament for Toddlers to Make (Lacing Activity) https://happyhooligans.ca/candy-cane-ornament/ https://happyhooligans.ca/candy-cane-ornament/#comments Mon, 19 Dec 2011 19:04:33 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1942 This CANDY CANE CRAFT FOR TODDLERS  combines a lacing activity and fun paint technique that toddlers and preschoolers love. The finished craft is a sweet homemade ornament that kids can hang on the Christmas tree.   This morning, my daycare hooligans used one of our favourite paint techniques to make candy canes and then we turned it into...

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Toilet Roll Santa Ornament https://happyhooligans.ca/toilet-roll-santa/ https://happyhooligans.ca/toilet-roll-santa/#comments Sat, 17 Dec 2011 18:43:50 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1915 Toilet Roll Santa Ornament: an adorable Santa ornament made from a cardboard roll and some fabric scraps. I’ve had this idea for a toilet roll Santa ornament knocking around in my head for a couple of weeks now. I don’t think I’ll have time before Christmas to make these with the hooligans, but I spied...

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Tissue Paper Candy Canes Craft https://happyhooligans.ca/tissue-paper-candy-canes/ https://happyhooligans.ca/tissue-paper-candy-canes/#comments Thu, 15 Dec 2011 19:44:16 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1905 Round up some tissue paper and a piece of cardboard, and let your toddlers create some lovely tissue paper candy canes to string along the mantle or to hang from the Christmas tree.  Just another easy and inexpensive Christmas craft idea from the Hooligans! If you’re looking to squeeze a quick and simple, last-minute craft...

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Christmas Village Sensory Bin https://happyhooligans.ca/christmas-village-sensory-bin/ https://happyhooligans.ca/christmas-village-sensory-bin/#comments Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:36:01 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1853 This is the first year that I’ve made a Christmas village sensory bin for the Hooligans.  It all started when we set up my formal village the other day. Our village is usually one of the first things that I set up as the Christmas season approaches. I was really late pulling the village out...

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Popsicle Stick Snowflake Craft for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/popsicle-stick-snowflakes/ https://happyhooligans.ca/popsicle-stick-snowflakes/#comments Tue, 13 Dec 2011 04:48:32 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1840 Simple Popsicle Stick Snowflakes: an easy Christmas craft for toddlers and preschoolers to make for the Christmas tree. Oh, I do love making simple Christmas ornaments with the toddlers and pre-schoolers in my home daycare at this time of year! See more of our easy popsicle stick ornaments here.  The hooligans love making snowflakes, and this...

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Plastic Icicle Ornaments Made from Recycled Dish Soap Bottles https://happyhooligans.ca/plastic-icicle-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/plastic-icicle-ornaments/#comments Mon, 12 Dec 2011 22:08:02 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1826 Repurpose an empty plastic container into beautiful plastic plastic icicles that look just like real icicles. Great Christmas ornament for toddlers and preschoolers to make! Here’s another really easy homemade ornament that toddlers can make for the Christmas tree this year. They’re icicles made out of plastic containers from the recycling bin! The kids love it...

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Tin Foil Christmas Tree Ornaments for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/tinfoil-trees-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/tinfoil-trees-ornaments/#comments Fri, 09 Dec 2011 21:44:27 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1804 These Tin Foil Christmas Tree Ornaments are pretty homemade ornaments your kids can make for the Christmas tree.  We have made a LOT of easy Christmas crafts here in my daycare over the years, and many of our ornaments are Christmas tree ornaments.  What I mean is, the ornaments themselves look like Christmas trees.  These Tin...

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Simple Clear Glass Christmas Ornaments for Toddlers to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/clear-glass-christmas-balls/ https://happyhooligans.ca/clear-glass-christmas-balls/#comments Thu, 08 Dec 2011 22:13:00 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1797 These simple clear glass Christmas ornaments are easy for toddlers and preschoolers to make with a handful of seasonal odds and ends and a clear ornament. Great for fine-motor development, and lovely to hang on your Christmas tree or for your kids to give as a gift.  I usually keep it to one craft on any given...

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Gingerbread House Ornaments https://happyhooligans.ca/gingerbread-house-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/gingerbread-house-ornaments/#comments Tue, 06 Dec 2011 19:07:34 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1780 Gingerbread House Ornaments: an easy Christmas craft for toddlers and preschoolers to make. We’re churning out the homemade Christmas ornaments here, and today we whipped up some gingerbread house ornaments for the Christmas tree. This is just one of a number of gingerbread crafts that we’ve made here for the holidays.  We have scented gingerbread...

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Book Page Wreath https://happyhooligans.ca/book-page-wreath/ https://happyhooligans.ca/book-page-wreath/#comments Tue, 06 Dec 2011 02:53:29 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1769 A book page wreath makes a great gift for someone who loves to read. This post will be short and sweet.  I have only one photo, and I don’t have my own tutorial, because I made this beautiful book page wreath a couple of years ago, long before I started blogging. I do however, have the...

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Rag Star Ornaments with Pipe Cleaners and Fabric Scraps https://happyhooligans.ca/rag-star-ornaments/ https://happyhooligans.ca/rag-star-ornaments/#comments Sun, 04 Dec 2011 21:30:55 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1758 Homemade Rag Star Christmas Ornaments – an easy Christmas craft with pipe cleaners and fabric scraps. I’ve been making these Rag Star Christmas Ornaments to attach as homemade gift toppers to the Christmas gifts that I’m giving this year.  Everyone is getting a set of 5 of these little rag star ornaments in place of a...

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Layered Paper Cone Christmas Craft for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/paper-christmas-trees/ https://happyhooligans.ca/paper-christmas-trees/#comments Fri, 02 Dec 2011 19:49:35 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1721 This LAYERED PAPER CONE CHRISTMAS CRAFT is fun to make. You cut circles and fold them into cones and layer them up like a Christmas tree. They can be used as Christmas tree ornaments or as table toppers at your Christmas feast. These layered, tree-shaped paper cones were quite fun to make. Older kids will be able...

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Toilet Roll Reindeer Ornament for Kids to Make https://happyhooligans.ca/toilet-roll-reindeer/ https://happyhooligans.ca/toilet-roll-reindeer/#comments Thu, 01 Dec 2011 19:51:33 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1705 Reindeer crafts are adorable but these Toilet Roll Reindeer ornaments might be the cutest ones ever. Gather up some empty cardboard rolls, and have the kids make a bunch to hang on the Christmas tree. If you’re looking for an absolutely adorable Christmas ornament for your kids to make this year, you have to try these...

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Easy Christmas Crafts for Kids – 12 Easy Christmas Ornaments for Kids https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-christmas-crafts-for-kids/ https://happyhooligans.ca/easy-christmas-crafts-for-kids/#comments Tue, 08 Nov 2011 01:27:17 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1545 If you’re looking for easy, inexpensive, Christmas craft ideas for kids, you’ve come to the right place! You probably know how crazy we are about making Christmas crafts here in my daycare.  The toddlers and preschoolers just love making making homemade Christmas ornaments and holiday decorations.  And I love it when we make totally adorable crafts without spending...

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Halloween Matching Game for Toddlers and Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/halloween-match-up/ https://happyhooligans.ca/halloween-match-up/#comments Sun, 30 Oct 2011 00:39:13 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1475 Here’s a fun homemade matching activity to help toddlers and preschoolers develop shape recognition and matching skills!  With this DIY Halloween Matching Game, kids can match up textured and patterned Halloween shapes like bats, cats, pumpkins and leaves and owls.  With Halloween approaching, we’ve being doing lots of spooky crafts and activities here in my...

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Smoosh-Painted Pumpkin Art for Toddlers https://happyhooligans.ca/smooshing-pumpkins/ https://happyhooligans.ca/smooshing-pumpkins/#comments Fri, 28 Oct 2011 18:26:50 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1461 Smoosh-painted pumpkin art for toddlers:  experimenting with colour, texture and colour-mixing and a fun paint technique too! I can’t believe October is coming to an end already!   I still have so many halloween craft ideas that we haven’t gotten around to doing!  Today, we were smooshing pumpkins today, using the same paint smooshing technique that...

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Cotton Ball Ghost Craft for Toddlers to Make for Halloween https://happyhooligans.ca/cotton-ball-ghosties/ https://happyhooligans.ca/cotton-ball-ghosties/#comments Tue, 25 Oct 2011 18:04:51 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1446 This cotton ball ghost craft for toddlers and preschoolers is wonderfully tactile and great for developing fine motor skills. If you’re looking for an easy Halloween craft for toddlers to do, you can’t beat this cotton ball ghost craft. Little ones will love the process of stretching cotton balls and gluing them on to black...

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Paint Print Ghosts for Toddlers and Preschoolers – Stamping with Styrofoam https://happyhooligans.ca/paint-print-ghosts/ https://happyhooligans.ca/paint-print-ghosts/#comments Mon, 24 Oct 2011 18:23:27 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1414 These Paint Print Ghosts combine painting and print-making into a fun and adorable ghost craft for toddlers and preschoolers.   We’ve been making loads of Halloween crafts here in the daycare these past few weeks and the kids are really enjoying making ghosts. Today’s painted ghost craft actually started out as a pre-writing activity. We weren’t...

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Painted Jack-o-Lanterns Art for Toddlers and Preschoolers https://happyhooligans.ca/jack-o-lanters/ https://happyhooligans.ca/jack-o-lanters/#comments Tue, 18 Oct 2011 18:43:45 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1367 Easy painted Jack-o-Lanterns: if you’re looking for easy Halloween crafts for kids, this jack-o-lantern art project is great for young children.  Ages: toddler, preschooler, Kindergarten, Grade 1 Skills, painting, cutting, gluing, fine-motor  I love an easy art project for toddlers and preschoolers and these painted jack-o-lanterns are about as easy as it can get.  This is a fun...

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Halloween Sensory Play https://happyhooligans.ca/a-spooky-sensory-bin/ https://happyhooligans.ca/a-spooky-sensory-bin/#comments Wed, 12 Oct 2011 02:32:23 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1326  The spookiest night of the year is only a few weeks away, so we’re kicking the holiday off with a little Halloween sensory play. I love making sensory bins for my daycare kids. You can see all of our favourites here. The hooligans really enjoyed our Fall Sensory Bin, but I dismantled it this past...

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Hair Gel Sun Catchers for Toddlers to Make for Fall and Halloween https://happyhooligans.ca/hair-gel-sun-catchers/ https://happyhooligans.ca/hair-gel-sun-catchers/#comments Mon, 03 Oct 2011 23:12:17 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1236 Hair gel sun catchers are easy for toddlers and preschoolers to make, and fun to squish and look at when taped to a window. This is such an easy sensory craft for fall and an engaging halloween activity for toddlers and preschoolers. There are lots of ideas floating around these days that call for filling a ziplock...

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Painted Skull Halloween Rocks https://happyhooligans.ca/rocky-horror/ https://happyhooligans.ca/rocky-horror/#comments Sun, 02 Oct 2011 01:44:51 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=1228 Learn how to turn an ordinary rock into a spooky skull to decorate your front porch for Halloween.  All you need is a little acrylic craft paint and your imagination. We made these spooky painted skull rocks as a Halloween craft here in my daycare years ago, The kids each painted a rock to take...

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Oreo Mummy Pops https://happyhooligans.ca/oreo-mummy-pops/ https://happyhooligans.ca/oreo-mummy-pops/#comments Tue, 30 Aug 2011 12:30:39 +0000 https://happyhooligans.ca/?p=784 If you’re looking for an adorable homemade Halloween treat, make a batch of Oreo Mummy Pops!  They’re perfect Halloween treats for the classroom or a Halloween party, or you can hand them out to your favourite trick-or-treaters on Halloween night! Oreo mummy pops are really and truly very easy to make, so don’t think, for...

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