About Allison
Allison is a slightly OCD momma (yes, M&Ms must be eaten in pairs of matching colors) who blogs over at Alli ‘n Son and tweets at Alli_n_Son. She’s the momma of a spunky, energetic, and frustrating two year old boy. You can often find her up to the knees in potty training, bubbles and all things balls. She’s also a wanna-be photographer and gourmet chef, a highly creative woman and one-time graphic designer, all rolled into one.Website: http://alli-n-son.com
Posts by Allison
Easter Egg Decorating Ideas for Kids
By Allison on April 19, 2011
Dying Easter eggs was one of my favorite things to do as a child. The bright colors and stickers and glitter. Oh my! The design possibilities seemed endless.
Now days there are so many more options than I remember. It’s no longer limited to the {read more}
By Allison on April 19, 2011
Creating a Telescope: Crafts for Kids Ages 2 and Up
By Allison on April 3, 2011
While the weather promises to warm up, I still find that we are spending most of our time inside. Glancing at the sun-filled windows, wondering if it’s truly warm enough to go outside and play. For us, it still isn’t. Which means there are {read more}
By Allison on April 3, 2011
Rice Crispie Valentines Day Treats
By Allison on February 9, 2011
With Valentines Day just around the corner the stores are piling up with chocolates, sweets and everything heart-shaped. Help your kids get in the spirit while creating a yummy treat. Rice crispie treats, Valentines Day style.
There are a million variations {read more}
By Allison on February 9, 2011
Tracing Cookie Cutter Project – Crafts for kids 2 years and older
By Allison on January 25, 2011
The winter blahs are here. Which means that the kids are bored and complaining, the weather is too cold to venture outside of the house, and moms are going stir crazy. It’s time to break out the winter crafts and give your kids’ idle hands something {read more}
By Allison on January 25, 2011
Candy Train Holiday Craft
By Allison on December 24, 2010
With Christmas being just days away you may need a way to occupy your little ones until the big moment arrives. With candy and crafts of course. I made this Candy Train Holiday Craft last year with my son, when he was just 1.5 years old, but it’s {read more}
By Allison on December 24, 2010
Thanksgiving Craft: Handmade Turkeys – for kids 2 years and older
By Allison on November 21, 2010
With Thanksgiving just a few days away, it’s time to get the kids excited and involved in decorating! Get your kids in the holiday spirit, help keep them from going stir crazy in the colder weather, and make some super cute decorations to save year {read more}
By Allison on November 21, 2010
Halloween Spider Craft – For kids 2 years and older
By Allison on October 26, 2010
If your house is anything like mine, we’re in Halloween over drive. Costume is ready (and may have been worn more than once already). Candy bucket is waiting to be filled. Toddler dreams are filled with dancing pumpkins. The house is covered with Halloween {read more}
By Allison on October 26, 2010
Thumb Print Flowers – Crafts for kids 2 years and older
By Allison on September 24, 2010
Summer may be fading quickly away, but that doesn’t mean you can’t create reminders of sunnier, warmer days. With help from these cute Thumb Print Flowers, each as unique as your child, it will feel like summer year round.
Supplies
Colored construction {read more}
By Allison on September 24, 2010
String and Glitter – Crafts for kids 2 years and older
By Allison on August 24, 2010
Glitter! Strings! Let’s make fun art!!!
Supplies for Making Art with String & Glitter
Sticker paper (8.5 x 11)
String, multiple colors, cut in 3-4 inch pieces
Glitter and/or sand
Tin foil pan or baking pan
Create Art with String & {read more}
By Allison on August 24, 2010
Painting with Rollers – Crafts for kids 2 years and older
By Allison on August 17, 2010
Painting with a new twist. Instead of using paint brushes, use paint rollers! I know that my son can get bored with painting, but changing it up a little makes it interesting again
Supplies for Painting with Rollers
Washable paint, 1-3 colors
1-3 small {read more}
By Allison on August 17, 2010
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