Pillow Fights

We're always concocting new activities to do with the kids (nieces and nephews) and an absolute favorite from my childhoods past was 'designing' our own pillowcases with fabric paint. It would be hours of fun for my brothers and I and allowed us to bring out the art-eest in each of us. While my brothers were busy drawing cars and dinos I mastered the lady bug while stenciling my name. Designing your own pillowcase makes for a wonderful keepsake too and something the kiddies can have always. Also, my older sister used this as a great activity for her daughters first slumber party. It kept the little ladies entertained and allowed them to take home something cool. So get out those fabric paints and ideas and put them on a pillow (case that is). Pillow Case Crafts can help you if you need a little direction. Play Nice!

Playin' Nice with some Playdough

Sometimes after the sledding is over, the snowmen are built and snowball battles have appointed victors kids need to discover some fun things to do while indoors. What we found is an old childhood favorite of ours. Making playdough. Its educational and oh so enjoyable for kids and parents a like. So dig in and and create those old childhood memories with your own tyke.

You'll need:
Flour 3cups
Salt 1 1/2 cups
Water 3 cups
Vegetable Oil 2TB.
Cream of tartar 1TB.
Food coloring few drops or unsweetened "Kool-Aid" 1pkg.

Mix ALL of the ingredients in a large saucepan.
Cook over medium low heat, until the dough comes away
from the edges of the pan and it becomes difficult to move the spoon. Remove from heat. Cool until it can be handled.
Place on counter or wax paper knead 3-4 times.
Store in an air tight container.