It is time to go back to school. Help your child get ready for the big day with these fun projects.

 Decoupaged School Supply Box

 You will need:

Cigar or cardboard candy box

Sunday comics, baseball or Pokemon cards

Modge-podge or white Elmer’s glue

Pie pan

Scissors

Large paint brush

Have your child cut out shapes from the comic books or choose some of his favorite collectible cards. Pour some of the Modge-podge or glue into the pie pan and a little water. Mix together. Dip the shapes into the glue mixture and stick them onto the box. Continue until box is covered. It is OK to overlap the designs a little. When the box is dry, paint the shapes with an additional coat of glue. Fill the box with assorted school supplies. Read the rest of this entry »

It’s that time of year again when the pressure is on to come up with some creative alternatives to the usual lunch box fare. Get the kids involved and you are more likely to entice them to try out their masterpieces. Read the rest of this entry »