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MaryAnne at Mama Smiles Welcome to my blog! I'm MaryAnne, and I write about building a rewarding family life through mindful parenting, hands-on learning, and creative family activities. Learn more.

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Hand Sewing Projects for Beginners That Kids Design

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Child-designed projecst are my favorite hand sewing projects for beginners. Learn how to help kids design patterns with this simple beginning sewing project. Hand Sewing Projects for Beginners That Kids Design Two years ago, I wrote about how to teach kids to design and sew toys based on drawings. Today I'm joining Sew a Softie again to show you how this process can be used … [Read more...] about Hand Sewing Projects for Beginners That Kids Design

How to Make DIY Interlocking Building Blocks

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These DIY interlocking building bricks are incredibly versatile and surprisingly easy to make. Created by Bill Atkinson; instructions shared with permission. We discovered these DIY interlocking building blocks at Maker Faire this year, and my kids would have happily spent the entire afternoon playing with them. Created by Bill Atkinson, the blocks have a great feel, and you … [Read more...] about How to Make DIY Interlocking Building Blocks

How to Make a Monster Kids Can Decorate

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Looking for a fun DIY gift idea? Check out this tutorial on how to make a monster kids can decorate! It's the perfect Halloween craft, and combines perfectly with these other Halloween activities for preschoolers! You may also enjoy these sewing tutorials for all ages. Kids love softies, ESPECIALLY when they can decorate them themselves! This little guy was super easy to … [Read more...] about How to Make a Monster Kids Can Decorate