Moms.com - DIY https://www.moms.com Information and support for moms and parents to help them lead their best life and raise successful, healthy kids. Tue, 15 Nov 2022 17:00:14 GMT en-US hourly 60 <![CDATA[DIY Advent Calendar Ideas]]> https://www.moms.com/diy-advent-calendar-ideas/ The holidays are fast approaching, and as soon as Thanksgiving is over, families start looking forward to Christmas. If they haven’t already, they start their holiday shopping, they start decorating, and they make sure they have everything in place for the big day.

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Tue, 15 Nov 2022 17:00:14 GMT https://www.moms.com/diy-advent-calendar-ideas/
<![CDATA[After-School (No Screen) Activities For The Tween Who Loves To Be Neat]]> https://www.moms.com/after-school-no-screen-activities-for-the-tween-who-loves-to-be-neat/ For parents whose tweens like to keep things tidy, giving them chores is sort of like giving them something fun to do. There is nothing wrong with that, of course; it's just that typically parents have the opposite problem. It's not every day you come across someone who enjoys cleaning, adults included.

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Tue, 01 Nov 2022 16:00:13 GMT https://www.moms.com/after-school-no-screen-activities-for-the-tween-who-loves-to-be-neat/
<![CDATA[How To Make A DIY Face Mask For A Kids' Spa Night]]> https://www.moms.com/how-to-make-diy-face-mask-for-kids-spa-night/ Kids often appear to have perfectly delicate skin. They can still use skin care though. The benefits will be keeping their skin beautiful, and teaching them good habits. Face masks are a great way for kids to take care of their skin. There is of course a big difference between a child's skin and an adult's skin. Kids' skin is just like it looks, delicate. Staying away from harsh chemicals is essential for anything they will be using, especially on the face.

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Fri, 28 Oct 2022 14:00:13 GMT https://www.moms.com/how-to-make-diy-face-mask-for-kids-spa-night/
<![CDATA[Cute & Easy Halloween Costume Ideas For Twins]]> https://www.moms.com/cute-easy-halloween-costume-ideas-for-twins/ Twin moms tend to go one way or the other when it comes to dressing their twins. Dress them alike or don't. However, when it comes to Halloween costumes, how fun would it be to be a twin? There are so many fun ideas to pick from for dashing duos!

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Sat, 01 Oct 2022 13:00:13 GMT https://www.moms.com/cute-easy-halloween-costume-ideas-for-twins/
<![CDATA[Friendship Bracelet Making Christmas Gifts Easy For Tween]]> https://www.moms.com/friendship-bracelet-making-christmas-gifts/ It has been one hell of a year and for most, 2020 feels like it has been the longest year of their lives. Thankfully, the festive season is here, just around the time your family needs an activity to wind down or take their eyes away from screens for a second. That said, buying gifts this year can be stressful. Besides, your kids may be looking for something special to gift to their friends this Christmas to express their love and gratitude. Come personalized friendship bracelets!

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Mon, 07 Dec 2020 20:00:52 GMT https://www.moms.com/friendship-bracelet-making-christmas-gifts/
<![CDATA[Building A Desk: DIY Videos]]> https://www.moms.com/building-desk-diy-videos/ Undertaking some DIY projects around the house can be quite therapeutic and fun. It is even more fun if you have a workshop or a garage that can be turned into a DIY workspace. A homemade addition in the form of a desk might be great, especially if your kids are learning from home. Making a table is something that you will be proud of, especially if it turns out exactly as you imagined. The best thing about building a desk is that you can make it as fun and interesting as you would want. Besides, this is a great way to save money as you discover whether you have some hidden talents that you can cultivate.

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Sun, 22 Nov 2020 13:00:51 GMT https://www.moms.com/building-desk-diy-videos/
<![CDATA[DIY Thanksgiving Centerpieces ]]> https://www.moms.com/diy-thanksgiving-centerpieces/ Thanksgiving dinner is one of the things that families look forward to each and every year. Especially so if it is one's first year hosting the dinner. It is exciting and enjoyable to get to see your family members that you haven't seen in a while again. While we always want everything to be "perfect," that isn't entirely realistic.

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Fri, 13 Nov 2020 15:00:15 GMT https://www.moms.com/diy-thanksgiving-centerpieces/
<![CDATA[Independent Planter Projects For Kids]]> https://www.moms.com/independent-kids-planter-projects/ Kids get bored easily, especially when all they do is the same things they are used to doing. To make it more fun and educational at the same time, trying out new creative activities can be rewarding. One such activity is making planters to hold flowers or other living plants. They are so fun and easy to make that they can do it themselves. Here are a few DIY projects your kid can tackle.

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Thu, 17 Sep 2020 19:30:01 GMT https://www.moms.com/independent-kids-planter-projects/
<![CDATA[5 Crafts Kids Can Make For Grandparents' Day]]> https://www.moms.com/grandparents-day-kid-crafts/ National Grandparents’ Day is here and it is a time to show love and appreciation to all grandparents out there. One way of showing people that you love them is by giving them gifts. Making crafts is a great way to show appreciation, and it is something kids of all ages can enjoy. Most people will agree that when it comes to gifts from kids, it’s the thought that counts! Simple homemade gifts will go a long way in saying, “I love you”. Grandma and grandpa will appreciate any gift that the kids give them.

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Sun, 13 Sep 2020 01:40:30 GMT https://www.moms.com/grandparents-day-kid-crafts/
<![CDATA[How To Make A Coloring Book Without A Printer]]> https://www.moms.com/homemade-coloring-book-how-to-no-printer/ When you have kids, at some point you basically become something of an art teacher. Kids love arts and crafts! And once they get a taste of creating their own artwork, they just run with it and it becomes their go-to independent activity. It's really awesome, but it can also mean that you're constantly restocking your growing supply of art and craft stuff! Paints and crayons and paper and glue - it can start taking over your house. And we all get to the point where we don't want to buy anymore! When your coloring books start to outnumber your regular books, it might be time to pull back and look at other options. We're big fans of printing out individual coloring pages for our kids. But if you don't have a printer or don't want to waste all that ink, you can always make your own! We know it sounds like a heavy lift, but trust us - homemade coloring books are a lot easier than it sounds. Here are some tips on how to make your own coloring book without a printer.

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Fri, 22 May 2020 16:20:22 GMT https://www.moms.com/homemade-coloring-book-how-to-no-printer/
<![CDATA[How To Tie Dye With Kids]]> https://www.moms.com/tie-dye-how-to-kids-instructions/ With the school winding down and summer getting closer, parents everywhere are looking for ways to keep their kiddos entertained. There are only so many forts and LEGO castles you can build, you know? Plus, it's nice to have an activity where the end result is something tangible, and not just another mess you have to clean up. That's why we're obsessed with the idea of tie dye right now! There's something so classic and nostalgic about tie-dyeing your own shirts - reminds us of our days in summer camp when we were kids. But it's also super easy, and a great way for your kids to express their own individuality and creativity! And before you freak out about the mess-potential here, don't worry: you can totally get into the groovy world of tie dye without sacrificing your good towels or permanently changing the color of your hands. Whether you decide to go classic with fabric dyes, or you want to try your hand at the popular bleach tie dye method, there's something here for everyone.

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Wed, 13 May 2020 13:30:10 GMT https://www.moms.com/tie-dye-how-to-kids-instructions/