Crafting with Kids - Get in those submissions

Today is the final day to submit to my Crafting with the Kids Challenge.  There are no entries yet, so you have a great shot at winning the 7 free digis from Bugaboo Digi Designs.  All you have to do is create a Valentine with a child.  This Valentine could be for anyone including Dad, Grandma, their teacher, a classmate.  Take a few minutes today to get the kids involved and get crafting.  For submission information and additional guidelines view the original post here.

Another quick update...
There will be no Silhouette Sunday feature today.  I will be preparing for a very special Valentine Blog Hop that starts tomorrow.  So check back tomorrow to see some fabulous Valentine features from the Etsy Greetings Team.

Crafting with the Kids Sponsor!!

Have you made your weekend plans yet?  How about fitting in some time to make Valentine's with your kiddos.  Take one hour of your weekend and do a little crafting with them.  They would love to spend some time with you!  Now if that isn't incentive enough I have some fabulous news.....

Tammy at Bugaboo Digi Stamps has generously agreed to sponsor the Crafting with the Kids Challenge.  That means that the winner gets 7 free digis from her fabulous selection of designs.  I've been browsing through her designs and they are fabulous.  Seven choices would be enough for you to choose some and for your child to choose one or two as well. Stop by and check out her website for some fun and inspiration.

Crafting with the Kids Challenge #1 - Valentine's cards

It's finally here....

The first Crafting with the Kids Challenge is to create Valentine's cards.  Remember you must include a child in the crafting process.  You can read and review the rest of the rules on my previous post found here.

So... while your making Valentine cards anyway I wanted to share a great cause you could help support.  I found a post on the Moxie Fab World blog about Winter's Valentine Card Drive.  She is collecting cards to send to 4 different children's hospitals in the United States.  Check out the guidelines and find out how to send her some cards.  She must receive the cards by January 31st, so if you are wanting to support this worthy cause don't wait.  This challenge is the perfect opportunity for the card drive.  What could be better than kids making cards for kids?

I sat down with my girls earlier this week and we worked on several cards for Winter's card drive.  I wanted them to be able to do their own thing, but the controlling side of me wanted the cards to look at least semiprofessional.  We came up with a compromise.  Take a look:

I cut the base paper and chose the different paper combinations, and they got to do the illustrations.  I've found that is the number one most important rules in crafting with your kids.  Be prepared!!  I had all the paper precut including the white pieces they drew on.  I prestamped the sentiments and had everything ready to go before I even told them that they were going to make cards.  If you aren't used to including your kids in crafting trust me... you will save yourself A LOT of headaches by having it preplanned.

Jilly (2 years) working on her "hearts"

Her finished Valentine card.

Addy (4 years) finally getting to use mommy's glue.

Bailey's (4 years) cat card she drew herself.

We ended up making 10 cards in all to send to Winter for the Children's hospitals, and we also had a great time together.  Check out these faces!!

Now it's your turn. 

Once again your challenge is to create Valentine cards with a child  (your own, a grandchild, niece, nephew, neighbor...)  Post photos on your blog or online gallery and link back to me.  Please spread the word and have fun!

Challenge Rules:

1. You and a child must create a new Valentine card.  
2. Post a picture of the finished project and hopefully a few pictures of the kids working on the projects on your blog or photo gallery.
3. Display the challenge title Crafting with the Kids Challenge #1 and link back to this post on your blog.
4. Link up directly to your project page using the Linky Tools at the bottom of this post.
5. If you share your project in any photo galleries please use the keyword or tag CWTK#1.
6. Spread the word!! If you think this is a worthwhile challenge please spread the word.  I'm just starting out, but I think this could be a very rewarding challenge for all involved (especially the kids.) 

Deadline:

You will have 10 days to get crafty and link up your projects.  All entries must be submitted by midnight on Sunday, January 29th.  One winner will be drawn randomly and posted on my blog by Wednesday, February 1st. 

The Prize:The lucky winner will receive a 7 free digis donated by Bugaboo Digi Stamps. Check out the awesome designs on their website!! You could even let the kids pick out their favorite designs to use on your next craft.

 

Have fun crafting with the kids!

Introducing... Crafting with the Kids Challenge!!

Welcome to my first ever blog challenge!  I hope you can participate and of course have lots of fun.  The whole purpose of the Crafting with the Kids Challenge is to get our children involved in crafting.  I know my girls always find a place at the table or on the floor while I'm working.  They pull out their crayons, patterned paper, and scraps I have left on the floor and end up making these adorable creations.  I hope this challenge will give you a chance to get involved with your kids.

Challenge Rules:

1. You and a child must create a new paper craft project.  They could be your kids, grandkids, neices, nephews, neighbors... it doesn't matter to me.  Get them involved. 
2. Post a picture of the finished project and hopefully a few pictures of the kids working on the projects on your blog or photo gallery.
3. Display the challenge title Crafting with the Kids and link back to this post on your blog.
4. Link up directly to your project page using the Linky Tools at the bottom of this post.
5. If you share your project in any photo galleries please use the keyword or tag CWTK.
6. Spread the word!! If you think this is a worthwhile challenge please spread the word.  I'm just starting out, but I think this could be a very rewarding challenge for all involved (especially the kids.) 

Deadline:
You will have 10 days to get crafty and link up your projects.  (Exact dates will be posted with each new challenge.)  Winners will be drawn randomly and posted on my blog.  If prizes are available I'll give you instructions on how to contact me and recieve your prize!! 

Depending on how popular this is I hope to start a new CWTK challenge on the first and third Thursday of each month.  Please spread the word!!  I'll post the first ever Crafting with the Kids Challenge on Thursday night!!