St. Patrick’s Day

Shamrock Salt Painting for kids

Salt Painting Have you ever tried doing salt painting? This Shamrock Salt Painting for kids is a great place to start! Between this fun Shamrock art and my Papercraft Leprechaun Gnome, we are all set for St. Patrick’s Day. My kids love to see how the colors pop on top of the salt. And I love it too because it is the type of craft that will look good no matter what happens. I don’t know about you, but sometimes I have the hardest time thinking of how to change up the kid’s everyday crafts. Your kids are going to …

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Papercraft Leprechaun Gnome

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This easy to make Papercraft Leprechaun gnome is the perfect craft project to make with the kids this year!  Leprechaun Gnome Does anyone love gnomes as much as I? I even made a Felt Gnome Ornament and Valentine’s Theme Gnome Papercraft. They are just so cute and making this Papercraft Leprechaun Gnome is the perfect way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. You will love how simple this craft is to do with the kids, especially with the free template below. In fact, you might find yourself making gnome families that St. Patrick’s Day!  Of course, you don’t have to limit …

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Perfect No-Bake Grasshopper Pie

close up of slice of grasshopper pie with cream, chocolate shavings, and mint

Grasshopper pie is the mint and chocolate dessert you’ve been dreaming of. And this homemade recipe makes the best one yet!  Grasshopper Pie If your pie-eating is usually reserved for pumpkin at Thanksgiving time or Strawberry Hand Pies during strawberry season, it sure won’t be for long! This Grasshopper Pie is so good, you’ll want it all year long! I mean, mint and chocolate together in a quick no-bake pie? Could it be any better? This recipe has a buttery chocolate and mint crust that’s filled with creamy sweet mint filling.  Grasshopper pie is our family’s favorite treat for warm …

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How to Make a Leprechaun Paper Puppet for Kids

paper puppet Leprechaun

If you are looking for a fun and festive St. Patrick’s Day craft then you will want to check out this Leprechaun paper puppet to create with the kids. Don’t forget to download the free printable template to make your project even easier to create! Leprechaun Paper Puppet When it comes to puppets, you will find lots of options for kids. My Paper Bag Squirrel Puppet and Elf Paper Bag Puppet were among some well-loved ones in our home, but this leprechaun paper puppet is easily a favorite among the kids.  This leprechaun paper puppet is seriously adorable! If your …

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Pot of Gold and Rainbow Papercraft 

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I know your kids are looking forward to all the things that come with St. Patrick’s day if they are anything like mine. Mine love the rainbows, shamrocks (especially after our Shamrock Salt Painting for kids), gold coins, and let’s not forget the leprechauns. If you’re looking for a craft to celebrate all those things, then this colorful pot of gold and rainbow papercraft is exactly what you need! It’s really simple, but creates a lovely craft that’s easily fridge-worthy! Pot of Gold and Rainbow Papercraft  I just love crafting with my kids, especially for holidays. It really helps make …

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