Painting blog by Masha Eretnova
Making a card is one of the best last-minute Mother’s Day gifts, DIY style. It costs almost nothing, kids can do most of it themselves, and moms genuinely love receiving something handmade. From pop-up flowers to stamped bouquets to cards that literally spell out “MOM” with a cat face, there’s no shortage of mothers day … Read more
Mother’s Day is coming up, and there’s no better gift than something made by little hands. These Mother’s Day crafts for toddlers are easy to pull off, use supplies you probably already have at home, and result in something Mom will actually want to keep. Whether you have five minutes or an afternoon, there’s something … Read more
If you’re searching for a butterfly craft that is equal parts science lesson and keepsake art project, you’ve landed in exactly the right place. This butterfly handprint craft takes children through all four stages of the butterfly life cycle — eggs, caterpillar, chrysalis, and adult butterfly — using nothing more than paint, little hands, and … Read more
If it is summertime or your child is obsessed with all marine creatures, you were probably googling for new, fresh, not boring ocean activities and crafts. I got you. These two Under the Sea Adventure Activity Mats are jam-packed with puzzles, drawing challenges, and brain teasers — all wrapped up in the cutest ocean-themed illustrations. … Read more
Memorial Day is more than just a long weekend. It’s an opportunity to pause, reflect, and teach our children about the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. But how do you explain that kind of sacrifice to a three-year-old? Or a seven-year-old? You start with something small, something personal … Read more
Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and if you’re looking for a craft that’s as heartfelt as it is fun to make, this Folded Heart Card Craft is exactly what you need. Equal parts coloring activity and greeting card, this project is a wonderful way for kids to pour their love into something they … Read more
Looking for a fun, no-prep way to teach kids about animal habitats? These free habitats activities for kids are exactly what you need! My Habitats Color by Number printable set combines color recognition, number skills, and early science learning all in one adorable activity. Best of all, you can grab the free printable right below. … Read more
To be honest with you, when Kraft Greek team reached out, I thought it was too good to be true. SO many brands tried and made a compact easel and failed (badly), and I wasn’t even thinking it is possible to have a reliable travel easel in my situation, when I change places like a … Read more
Looking for fun, affordable, and engaging Memorial Day crafts to spend time with your toddler? You can play with some paint and torn paper to make fireworks, noisemakers, and American flag with your kids aged 1 to 3 with these 10 simple ideas. These ideas are great to do at home, some require a bit … Read more
If you have ever walked into an art supply store, stared at hundreds of paint tubes, and walked out empty-handed, you are not alone. Starting to paint as a beginner is genuinely hard, not because painting itself is hard, but because the first step feels impossible. What paper do you buy? Which paints are worth … Read more