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IMO, mid-winter is the time to throw random partie

IMO, mid-winter is the time to throw random parties! #ad There are no big holidays on the immediate horizon and looking outside the window, all we see is brown and gray. Since we had a mid-winter break from school last week, my daughter Sommer and her friends spent an afternoon making bracelets! This party is so easy to plan and prep (thanks to the one-stop shop at @orientaltrading ), the kids love it, and no holiday or birthday is required! Naturally we had to top the afternoon off with cupcakes...and nerds, packaged inside gemstone party favors.

Head over to my stories for a free shipping link and discount code!
#orientaltrading #OTCpartner

✨E IS FOR EMOJI✨ Sometimes the best way to ex

✨E IS FOR EMOJI✨
Sometimes the best way to express your mood is to draw it. I really loved having this up for the last month…it was a conversation piece, it made us slow down and think about our feelings, and yellow 🟡🟨💛 is my fave color!
If you make one, share with #PKprompts ! 🤣😘😊🤪😳

Instagram post 18014563873483513

Instagram post 18014563873483513

✨D IS FOR DIORAMA✨ When I started this mini #d

✨D IS FOR DIORAMA✨ When I started this mini #diorama craft I pulled out plastic animals and twine and little pebbles. I’m thrilled with a mini landscape any day, really, but I guess my more sentimental chords got the best of me. These are so easy to make and fun to plan! You can even mix in some little props where it works…moss under foot or maybe a moon hanging above. Find some box lids, canned fish containers (yes I do save them occasionally), cheese box lids, or jar caps to use as your containers. I’m ready to fill a wall with these little gems!
✨
(If you’re curious about that lovely paper, I hoard @monpetitart’s #origamipaper)

It’s 🫶🏼 Valentines Day Eve 🫶🏼 and yo

It’s 🫶🏼 Valentines Day Eve 🫶🏼 and you may be scrambling to make that card that says it all for your kids, your girlfriend, your man, or maybe your dry cleaner. Here are some projects that all use just paper and sometimes paint! Search Valentines on ProjectKid or DM me for details! I promise I’ll respond (as long as it’s before my bedtime)! ❤️❤️❤️

C IS FOR CARDBOARD (AND COLLECTIONS) This project

C IS FOR CARDBOARD (AND COLLECTIONS)
This project attempts to solve the over-abundance of two plentiful things in our household: cardboard and stuff my kids collect. There is SO much of both, and sometimes I feel like I’m swimming in it.

These little cardboard swings are a cute, and adaptable way to display objects that your kids can’t live without. For extra stability, add glue dots on the back edge so the swings stay flush with the wall. #PKprompts #cardboardcraftsforkids #cardboardcrafts #diykids

✨B IS FOR BOOKS✨
I’m a fan of making books…publishing them with fabulous editors, writing them, coming up with big ideas…and simply crafting ‘em. For week number two of #pkprompts, I turned cereal and cookie boxes into mini books, with pages made from @3m #postitnotes. The steps are so simple and require no nitpicky measuring.

It’s only week 2, so I’m still sudsing out the benefits of this weekly exercise. So far, I have fun on the list…

✨A is for ABSTRACT✨ #PKprompts I’m glad I s

✨A is for ABSTRACT✨ #PKprompts

I’m glad I started with this one because you only need paint, paper, and a printed photograph. Read these whys and hows before you get started…

1. Print the photo in black and white so you are not distracted by color.
2. Rotate the photo so you stop seeing the picture for what it really is. It’s hard, I know.
3. Don’t use more than 5 paint colors. Assign the colors to the tones in your photo, ranging from white to the darkest tone and mimic that in your painting.
4. Don’t overthink the color palette. Find a frock in your kids’ closet that you like and go with those. Or maybe steal your palette from the book cover next to your bed.
5. Finish it in one sitting.
6. Tape it into a frame after to make it so it feels like real art (because it is)! That’s what I did.
7. Repeat. Flip the photo a different way and do it again. And again. And again. (or not)

If you make one and are willing to share, please tag #PKprompts so I can see it!

There is not a single person (notice I didn’t sa

There is not a single person (notice I didn’t say creative person because we are ALL creative) that doesn’t suffer from a bump in the road, a block, a total desire to crawl under the covers.

Instead of seeking out inspiration from the myriad of sources available to me, I decided to start from scratch and offer up a challenge to myself...and to you, if you so choose to join in.

Starting with the letter A, I’m going to post a new craft each week-ish. My plan is that I’m going to choose my word in advance but the making will all happen for the first time here. Yes, the footage will be edited to fit this little 90 second video, but largely the craft will be made and problem-solved in real (and reel) time.

Feel free to follow along and share your pics using the hashtag #PKprompts. I want these to be as low-pressure as possible, so you likely have most of the supplies in your own craft stash.

Let’s go!

I swear, if I ever had a #christmastree it would b

I swear, if I ever had a #christmastree it would be pink with these #origami #diyornaments !

These lil gnome ornaments are one of my most popul

These lil gnome ornaments are one of my most popular on @pinterest! Scroll through to see more pompom #diychristmasornaments that you can make with your kids! #homemadechristmas #diychristmas #christmascrafts

This weekend should be full of some #diychristmaso

Nothing like coming up with a #diymenorah idea hal

Nothing like coming up with a #diymenorah idea half way through #hanukkah!

All you need: dead marker caps, old wooden toy blocks, straws, eraser caps, and glue!

For those like me that hate to throw anything out (even dead markers when they are as pretty as these @kidmademodern ones), this is the craft for you!

Two years of #diyhanukkahmenorah headbands, one c

Two years of #diyhanukkahmenorah headbands, one cute face! Happy Hanukkah to all who celebrate! 🕎🕎🕎

It’s December 1st so I’m hoping you have your

It’s December 1st so I’m hoping you have your advent calendar displayed all pretty somewhere! If not, it’s okay…I never get anything together on time these days!
🎄
I love a good countdown but it can def be a lot of work to prepare. This one that I made for @countrylivingmag a few years back is super easy, but it takes some prep—getting the pegboard, painting it, making the little ornament notes, etc.
🎄
My advice? Just package up 25 pieces of their leftover Halloween candy, number them, and string on a piece of ribbon. Even if it’s just a crumbly pack is Smarties, it’s still fun to open a treat everyday! #adventcalendar #diyadventcalendar #christmascrafts

Not much gets me talking on the ‘gram, but this

Not much gets me talking on the ‘gram, but this is IMPORTANT! 💙 On this #cybermonday, help me raise some moolah for @raphaelwarnock so we can retain some dignity and keep a completely unqualified man out of the Senate.

Watch the reel, share it, and help me raise money to keep Warnock in the Senate! I want bragging rights that we raised $1000 for @raphaelwarnock-that’s only 59 shirts! We can do this!💙💙💙

A handprint turkey made from a family of hands, sm

A handprint turkey made from a family of hands, small to big! Happy Thanksgiving to everyone that celebrates! 🍁🍂🌿 #handprintturkey

Don’t you feel like Thanksgiving came early this

Don’t you feel like Thanksgiving came early this year with these midterm results? And now that I can breathe and start thinking about celebrating anything, I can also start sharing some fun, crafting ideas on how to set your table to celebrate home, warmth, family, and friends. I made these for the bright and lovely @revealmag, and sadly this was their last print issue. I so enjoyed crafting for the @ScottBrothers and @imlindork.

This craft is 100% from your local @loweshomeimprovement or @Homedepot...and if your taste changes next year, just repaint them!

One of the central raison d’etres of #ProjectKid

One of the central raison d’etres of #ProjectKid is to show kids that they have what it takes to be the designers of their world...by making decisions, starting from their point of view, using what they have and adding a little special sauce. Usually we communicate this with a craft showing how you can upcycle a yogurt tub into a cute desk accessory, but sometimes we hit pause on the home design crafts and get to speak to true action that kids can take to help make a difference.

A few weeks ago I volunteered to host a craft table at #TheBigSend, a letter writing event with @votefwd @plannedparenthood , and @northsix The mission of the event was to put 10,000 letters in the mail to voters, urging them to get to the polls in whatever way they could. I had the pleasure of crafting with kids so their parents could get busy writing letters, but I was also so impressed to see kids write letters themselves. (I made all-blue 3D glasses, based on the idea of “seeing the world through rose-colored glasses”...but in this case, just making the world more bluetiful.) Big shout-out to @lovepipsticks for sending us the best dang stickers and tape with which to decorate!

As I try to dispel the “do as I say not as I do” mantra in my own life, I want to urge parents to teach the DO AS I DO tactic. Show your kids how much voting matters, how we have to help lift up those around us that lack resources, and how we have to advocate for fairness, equity, and democracy.

So whether your kids are wearing bluetiful glasses on #electionday or sporting your I VOTED sticker, let them see you voice your choice. Loud and proud, my friends!

Oh, and buy them one of these cute shirts that we made! Proceeds go to @aclu_nationwide

✨BUY A T-SHIRT AND SUPPORT @raphaelwarnock in th

✨BUY A T-SHIRT AND SUPPORT @raphaelwarnock in the last few days of his Georgia senate run-off✨

With the #midtermelections less than a week away, it's pretty much all I can think about. Along with many of you, my husband and I proactively keep our kids informed about current social issues (that seem to be moving in a backwards direction). Based on the scouting tradition of earning badges for learning a new skill or deeper understanding, I designed this t-shirt to encourage families to talk openly together about these issues and our fundamental rights.

Please talk to your kids, watch videos, and share real stories about what is at stake. And buy a T-shirt (all proceeds support the @aclu_nationwide) so your kids can show off their earned badges!

Click right on this pic to head to ProjectKid.com to buy!

Education never ends…here are just a few resources for ways to talk to your kids about various issues…
@theconsciouskid
@akidsco
@gretathunberg
@pflag
@raicestexas
@reenabpatel
@scarleteenorg

(👚Shirts printed by the amazing @thebrooklynpress; patch illustrations designed by @hannahpeareater)

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IMO, mid-winter is the time to throw random partie

IMO, mid-winter is the time to throw random parties! #ad There are no big holidays on the immediate horizon and looking outside the window, all we see is brown and gray. Since we had a mid-winter break from school last week, my daughter Sommer and her friends spent an afternoon making bracelets! This party is so easy to plan and prep (thanks to the one-stop shop at @orientaltrading ), the kids love it, and no holiday or birthday is required! Naturally we had to top the afternoon off with cupcakes...and nerds, packaged inside gemstone party favors.

Head over to my stories for a free shipping link and discount code!
#orientaltrading #OTCpartner

✨E IS FOR EMOJI✨ Sometimes the best way to ex

✨E IS FOR EMOJI✨
Sometimes the best way to express your mood is to draw it. I really loved having this up for the last month…it was a conversation piece, it made us slow down and think about our feelings, and yellow 🟡🟨💛 is my fave color!
If you make one, share with #PKprompts ! 🤣😘😊🤪😳

Instagram post 18014563873483513

Instagram post 18014563873483513

✨D IS FOR DIORAMA✨ When I started this mini #d

✨D IS FOR DIORAMA✨ When I started this mini #diorama craft I pulled out plastic animals and twine and little pebbles. I’m thrilled with a mini landscape any day, really, but I guess my more sentimental chords got the best of me. These are so easy to make and fun to plan! You can even mix in some little props where it works…moss under foot or maybe a moon hanging above. Find some box lids, canned fish containers (yes I do save them occasionally), cheese box lids, or jar caps to use as your containers. I’m ready to fill a wall with these little gems!
✨
(If you’re curious about that lovely paper, I hoard @monpetitart’s #origamipaper)

It’s 🫶🏼 Valentines Day Eve 🫶🏼 and yo

It’s 🫶🏼 Valentines Day Eve 🫶🏼 and you may be scrambling to make that card that says it all for your kids, your girlfriend, your man, or maybe your dry cleaner. Here are some projects that all use just paper and sometimes paint! Search Valentines on ProjectKid or DM me for details! I promise I’ll respond (as long as it’s before my bedtime)! ❤️❤️❤️

C IS FOR CARDBOARD (AND COLLECTIONS) This project

C IS FOR CARDBOARD (AND COLLECTIONS)
This project attempts to solve the over-abundance of two plentiful things in our household: cardboard and stuff my kids collect. There is SO much of both, and sometimes I feel like I’m swimming in it.

These little cardboard swings are a cute, and adaptable way to display objects that your kids can’t live without. For extra stability, add glue dots on the back edge so the swings stay flush with the wall. #PKprompts #cardboardcraftsforkids #cardboardcrafts #diykids

✨B IS FOR BOOKS✨
I’m a fan of making books…publishing them with fabulous editors, writing them, coming up with big ideas…and simply crafting ‘em. For week number two of #pkprompts, I turned cereal and cookie boxes into mini books, with pages made from @3m #postitnotes. The steps are so simple and require no nitpicky measuring.

It’s only week 2, so I’m still sudsing out the benefits of this weekly exercise. So far, I have fun on the list…

✨A is for ABSTRACT✨ #PKprompts I’m glad I s

✨A is for ABSTRACT✨ #PKprompts

I’m glad I started with this one because you only need paint, paper, and a printed photograph. Read these whys and hows before you get started…

1. Print the photo in black and white so you are not distracted by color.
2. Rotate the photo so you stop seeing the picture for what it really is. It’s hard, I know.
3. Don’t use more than 5 paint colors. Assign the colors to the tones in your photo, ranging from white to the darkest tone and mimic that in your painting.
4. Don’t overthink the color palette. Find a frock in your kids’ closet that you like and go with those. Or maybe steal your palette from the book cover next to your bed.
5. Finish it in one sitting.
6. Tape it into a frame after to make it so it feels like real art (because it is)! That’s what I did.
7. Repeat. Flip the photo a different way and do it again. And again. And again. (or not)

If you make one and are willing to share, please tag #PKprompts so I can see it!

There is not a single person (notice I didn’t sa

There is not a single person (notice I didn’t say creative person because we are ALL creative) that doesn’t suffer from a bump in the road, a block, a total desire to crawl under the covers.

Instead of seeking out inspiration from the myriad of sources available to me, I decided to start from scratch and offer up a challenge to myself...and to you, if you so choose to join in.

Starting with the letter A, I’m going to post a new craft each week-ish. My plan is that I’m going to choose my word in advance but the making will all happen for the first time here. Yes, the footage will be edited to fit this little 90 second video, but largely the craft will be made and problem-solved in real (and reel) time.

Feel free to follow along and share your pics using the hashtag #PKprompts. I want these to be as low-pressure as possible, so you likely have most of the supplies in your own craft stash.

Let’s go!

I swear, if I ever had a #christmastree it would b

I swear, if I ever had a #christmastree it would be pink with these #origami #diyornaments !

These lil gnome ornaments are one of my most popul

These lil gnome ornaments are one of my most popular on @pinterest! Scroll through to see more pompom #diychristmasornaments that you can make with your kids! #homemadechristmas #diychristmas #christmascrafts

This weekend should be full of some #diychristmaso

Nothing like coming up with a #diymenorah idea hal

Nothing like coming up with a #diymenorah idea half way through #hanukkah!

All you need: dead marker caps, old wooden toy blocks, straws, eraser caps, and glue!

For those like me that hate to throw anything out (even dead markers when they are as pretty as these @kidmademodern ones), this is the craft for you!

Two years of #diyhanukkahmenorah headbands, one c

Two years of #diyhanukkahmenorah headbands, one cute face! Happy Hanukkah to all who celebrate! 🕎🕎🕎

It’s December 1st so I’m hoping you have your

It’s December 1st so I’m hoping you have your advent calendar displayed all pretty somewhere! If not, it’s okay…I never get anything together on time these days!
🎄
I love a good countdown but it can def be a lot of work to prepare. This one that I made for @countrylivingmag a few years back is super easy, but it takes some prep—getting the pegboard, painting it, making the little ornament notes, etc.
🎄
My advice? Just package up 25 pieces of their leftover Halloween candy, number them, and string on a piece of ribbon. Even if it’s just a crumbly pack is Smarties, it’s still fun to open a treat everyday! #adventcalendar #diyadventcalendar #christmascrafts

Not much gets me talking on the ‘gram, but this

Not much gets me talking on the ‘gram, but this is IMPORTANT! 💙 On this #cybermonday, help me raise some moolah for @raphaelwarnock so we can retain some dignity and keep a completely unqualified man out of the Senate.

Watch the reel, share it, and help me raise money to keep Warnock in the Senate! I want bragging rights that we raised $1000 for @raphaelwarnock-that’s only 59 shirts! We can do this!💙💙💙

A handprint turkey made from a family of hands, sm

A handprint turkey made from a family of hands, small to big! Happy Thanksgiving to everyone that celebrates! 🍁🍂🌿 #handprintturkey

Don’t you feel like Thanksgiving came early this

Don’t you feel like Thanksgiving came early this year with these midterm results? And now that I can breathe and start thinking about celebrating anything, I can also start sharing some fun, crafting ideas on how to set your table to celebrate home, warmth, family, and friends. I made these for the bright and lovely @revealmag, and sadly this was their last print issue. I so enjoyed crafting for the @ScottBrothers and @imlindork.

This craft is 100% from your local @loweshomeimprovement or @Homedepot...and if your taste changes next year, just repaint them!

One of the central raison d’etres of #ProjectKid

One of the central raison d’etres of #ProjectKid is to show kids that they have what it takes to be the designers of their world...by making decisions, starting from their point of view, using what they have and adding a little special sauce. Usually we communicate this with a craft showing how you can upcycle a yogurt tub into a cute desk accessory, but sometimes we hit pause on the home design crafts and get to speak to true action that kids can take to help make a difference.

A few weeks ago I volunteered to host a craft table at #TheBigSend, a letter writing event with @votefwd @plannedparenthood , and @northsix The mission of the event was to put 10,000 letters in the mail to voters, urging them to get to the polls in whatever way they could. I had the pleasure of crafting with kids so their parents could get busy writing letters, but I was also so impressed to see kids write letters themselves. (I made all-blue 3D glasses, based on the idea of “seeing the world through rose-colored glasses”...but in this case, just making the world more bluetiful.) Big shout-out to @lovepipsticks for sending us the best dang stickers and tape with which to decorate!

As I try to dispel the “do as I say not as I do” mantra in my own life, I want to urge parents to teach the DO AS I DO tactic. Show your kids how much voting matters, how we have to help lift up those around us that lack resources, and how we have to advocate for fairness, equity, and democracy.

So whether your kids are wearing bluetiful glasses on #electionday or sporting your I VOTED sticker, let them see you voice your choice. Loud and proud, my friends!

Oh, and buy them one of these cute shirts that we made! Proceeds go to @aclu_nationwide

✨BUY A T-SHIRT AND SUPPORT @raphaelwarnock in th

✨BUY A T-SHIRT AND SUPPORT @raphaelwarnock in the last few days of his Georgia senate run-off✨

With the #midtermelections less than a week away, it's pretty much all I can think about. Along with many of you, my husband and I proactively keep our kids informed about current social issues (that seem to be moving in a backwards direction). Based on the scouting tradition of earning badges for learning a new skill or deeper understanding, I designed this t-shirt to encourage families to talk openly together about these issues and our fundamental rights.

Please talk to your kids, watch videos, and share real stories about what is at stake. And buy a T-shirt (all proceeds support the @aclu_nationwide) so your kids can show off their earned badges!

Click right on this pic to head to ProjectKid.com to buy!

Education never ends…here are just a few resources for ways to talk to your kids about various issues…
@theconsciouskid
@akidsco
@gretathunberg
@pflag
@raicestexas
@reenabpatel
@scarleteenorg

(👚Shirts printed by the amazing @thebrooklynpress; patch illustrations designed by @hannahpeareater)

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