Cheap & Easy Art Project for Kids!

While perusing the craft store Michael’s recently I came across a simple, super-cheap painting activity for my 3-1/2 year old.  For only $1.00 (I mean what only costs a dollar anymore?!) I bought a “paint with water” book of Valentine’s scenes.  Each black and white page had tabs of color across the bottom and with nothing more than a Q-tip and water my son could paint until his heart’s content! This activity actually bought about 30 minutes of time while I prepared dinner. Amazing.  We addressed each one and he sent them as Valentine’s Day cards to family.  I looked online and found some other great options for this simple, no-fuss art project for the younger set.  I plan to stock up for those rainy days and long afternoons!

Lifestyle File By Polyvore

This was my attempt at a header image via Polyvore for Lifestyle File; however my graphic design skills limited me.  Even so I thought I’d share my idea of what this blog represents:  fashion, beauty, home, books (pop culture) and kids.

Child’s Play(dough)

As a child I had an imaginary store called “Coloring World” so you can imagine my delight when my 19-month-old son held a crayon for the first time.  And instead of eating it he actually put it to paper and drew!  Not quite a Picasso yet, but a squiggly line is a start. So as a safety-concsious mom and wannabe artist I began searching for non-toxic, quality art supplies.  Clementine Art is what I found.  An eco-friendly, all natural line of art supplies for kids.  I just love the modeling dough and soy crayons.  Perfect for little fingers and curious mouths!