Box No. 2 is a fun one. I’m excited to share these leprechaun houses with you! One of the best things about this craft is that it can be used after St. Patty’s Day for imaginative play with any little figures! The possibilities are endless and I can’t wait to see what you create.  As always, you can use the back of the Dainty Maker card included to draw out your design ideas. 1. Cut out pattern pieces  2. Cut flap of white box off. (It will be used to trace flower box/ number sign pattern pieces and whatever else you’d like to add.)  3. Flip box over and paint if you’d like. 4. Allow to dry.  ...
I should start by saying that these instructions are not written in stone. The steps are just a guide and depending on your (or your little one's) style of crafting, you can either follow step-by-step or dump out all of the components and let them have at it. I suggest that these projects be done together. They are put together to intentionally promote quality time, which is, not surprisingly, some of the best times that happen within our four walls. :) They can sketch out their ideas/ design on the back of the postcard included before you start. (This is a step that my oldest really enjoys.) It can also be fun to draw a picture of your finished bug...
I'm so excited to share @thedaintymaker with you! This new extension of the Dainty Cheeks brand has been a long time coming and there has never been a better time to share this latest venture with you. One major thing this past year has taught me is that quality time is so very crucial; not just for when things are really uncertain, but also simply as a way of resetting and recharging from the craziness of everyday life. During quarantine, coming up with fun things to do with my girls (that they’d BOTH enjoy- 3yrs & 11yrs) has become my mission and has really made me fall back in love with simple crafting. My girls always want to help in the...
As 2020 comes to a close, I feel like a little extra magic is necessary! There's something new and exciting happening every day, through Dec. 12th!I hope you join the fun; here's what's happening: ​ Day 1: (12/1) 9 PM EST: Your last chance to snag a limited edition 2020 handmade ornament! These mini pieces are sure to add some handmade fun to your tree! Day 2: (12/2) 12 PM EST: So excited to team up with Elestory to give away a special collaboration handmade mouse doll and princess dress set. Instagram giveaway runs through 12/4 at 6pm est. Day 3 (12/3) 11 AM EST: "Pass it on Perks" Enjoy a coffee on me! It's just a small way of thanking you for all...
This DIY has an opening at the top where you can slide in a paper towel, or coffee filter, etc. as an extra "filter" I've also read that you can cut up a vacuum bag for a great middle layer.Â
