About Marie
Marie is a crafter, foodie, and mama of 3. She also writes over at her own blog, Make and Takes.Website: http://www.makeandtakes.com
Posts by Marie
Making Letters by Using Beans
By Marie on April 7, 2009
Help kids learn the letters in their name by using all kinds of materials. Amber makes each letter of her daughters name using beans, glue, and paper. This is just one more way to help kids see, spell, and talk about letters. For more details, visit Because {read more}
By Marie on April 7, 2009
Crafty Recycled Easter Baskets
By Marie on April 6, 2009
Sycamore Stirrings shows us how to make these Easter Baskets out of plastic jugs, then lets the kids decorate to their hearts content. What Easter Bunny wouldn’t love to deliver eggs to these crafty baskets? For more details, visit Sycamore Stirrings.
By Marie on April 6, 2009
April Fool’s Day Tricks for Tricksters
By Marie on April 1, 2009
April Fool’s Day can be full of fun pranks to pull on your friends and family, or especially Dad when he comes home from work! Here’s a few fun links that will help you plan something tricky today!
Blue Milk and Cookies by Martha Stewart {read more}
By Marie on April 1, 2009
Make Easter Decorations into Puzzles
By Marie on March 31, 2009
This puzzle could not be easier to make, crafting it from a pre-made Easter decorations, I love it. It’s the perfect project for spring. Have your kids create this fun puzzle, then tape it to the wall or window for the holiday! For more details, {read more}
By Marie on March 31, 2009
Toilet Paper Roll Necklace
By Marie on March 30, 2009
Collect a few empty toilet paper rolls around the house and contruct this decorative necklace. By simply using a few items from around the house, you can make this fun craft. It’s also a great skill for little fingers learning to lace ribbon or {read more}
By Marie on March 30, 2009
Getting Kids Involved in the Kitchen
By Marie on March 25, 2009
Getting your kids involved in their own food preparation is a great way to encourage healthy eating and cooperation. It can also be fun and delicious! Try stuffing crescent rolls, with either savory or sweet fillings, for a special snack or meal {read more}
By Marie on March 25, 2009
Crafty Bunny Ears for Easter
By Marie on March 23, 2009
This cute little cottontail comes from No Time For Flash Cards. Her toddler was able to help craft and decorate these cute bunny ears, making for a fun Easter decoration. Hop on over and check it out.
By Marie on March 23, 2009
Fablehaven – Let the Adventure Begin
By Marie on March 20, 2009
Fablehaven is the perfect book for older kids, actually I loved it too. There’s action and adventure, and mysteries that begin to unfold. The story is about Kendra (14) and her mischevious brother Seth (11). They visit their grandparents for the {read more}
By Marie on March 20, 2009
Music Together CD Winner
By Marie on March 20, 2009
Thanks to all who entered in for our Music Together giveaway. Congrats to #11 Patty C! You’re the winner of the Music Together CD Family Favorites. Have fun dancing and grooving to the music with your family.
By Marie on March 20, 2009
Painted Wooden Dolls
By Marie on March 18, 2009
Zakka Life has a great craft tutorial on how to create these lovely dolls. From a plain wooden egg, you can make these beautiful Painted Dolls. I love their darling little faces. And there’s such attention to detail. To see more, visiti Zakka Life.
By Marie on March 18, 2009
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