My son and I began reading the fourth volume of the Harry Potter series, "The Goblet of Fire," this week. After reading one of the first chapters he asked me if we could make a feather quill like Harry's. So here we are. After having made a very successful DIY quill and ink craft we … Continue reading How to Make a Feather Quill and Ink
It's the start of summer and that means it's strawberry season! Strawberry shortcake, strawberry tarts, chocolate covered strawberries...mmmmm... On Saturday I went with my parents to their local farmers market and we got four flats of strawberries to turn into strawberry jam. Coincidentally, my Mum was planning a little party for her Sunday School class … Continue reading Meadow Craft
At Goodwill three weeks ago my son found an illustrated easy-read chapter book version of Robinson Crusoe. He asked for it - begged me for it actually - and I bought it. After all, it was only $1.50, we're trying to encourage reading, and he's obsessed with Swiss Family Robinson. I figured that since both … Continue reading Burlap Hat
Gift and card ideas for the Dad in your life! Photo by Hannah Nelson on Pexels.com Father's Day is right around the corner. Like, two days away kind of around the corner. If that is taking you by surprise: never fear! Some of these activities are so quick and easy that you'll be totally prepared. … Continue reading 4 Awesome Father’s Day DIYs
I am trying out being an Amazon Associate. If you like any of the items I've suggested, and choose to buy them through my site, I get a bit of money. It doesn't cost you any extra, though. If you do, Thank You! It's Spring! Finally! Don't you love to hear the sound of all … Continue reading Fruit Bird Feeders
For Boys AND Girls! Photo by Alena Koval on Pexels.com Recently I've realized just how little notice we give to Easter. We always attend Good Friday and Easter Sunday services, hide Easter Eggs, paint Easter Eggs and read the Easter Story, but there's hardly any lead-up, and I always feel like my kids go to … Continue reading DIY Easter Bonnet
April showers bring May flowers! Usually I look forward to the May flowers, and not so much the April showers. But now, because I've discovered this beauty of an activity, I hope this post catches you in time to take full advantage of those April showers! You know those beautiful rainy days? Maybe they're beautiful … Continue reading Rainy Day Sidewalk Chalk
Before we get to the craft I just wanted to talk about the lack of post last week. If you're just here for the craft go below the divider. If you're here for more than just a craft read on: I have been faithfully posting weekly for almost a year. I missed one post in … Continue reading DIY Toy Snake Nest
Last week, after playing war, we made shields here at But First We Craft. If you want to check out that super simple, but sturdy, craft tutorial click on this: How to Make a Shield. Of course, the weapon we need now is a sword. This is a bit of a tricky DIY weapon because … Continue reading How to Make a Toy Sword
-Out of Bristol Board- Today my husband took the day off work. It was so nice just being together as a family with nothing that needed to be done. We played outside, watched a movie, and the boys (my husband and son, that is) built a model canon, which led to playing war, which naturally … Continue reading How to make a Shield
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