Cottage & Family [2010-07-18

  • Kindergarten Robot Collages

    This is a really easy 1 day project that the kids LOVE!!!!!!Goal: Students will learn about collage, and utilize critical thinking skillsMaterials: 9 x 12 in black sulphite construction paper, silver paper cut into circles, squares, rectangles, and ovals, scraps of fluorescent paper, scissors, glue w/ tap caps, foam traysPrep: Tea…

  • Covered Lampshades & Vintage Bathing Suits

    I was inspired today by Rebecca at A Gathering of Thoughts to recover a lampshade ~That has always been something that I have wanted to do but really never knew how to approach it ~Her tutorial is super easy to follow ~This is how mine turned out and it was so much fun ! Thank you Rebecca !Today I was looking through some vintage …

  • Favorite Art Materials for Kindergarten

    Tap Caps for Glue-A great cap for glue bottles—fits on a standard Elmer’s bottle. Releases a tiny drop of glue at a time; the kids simply tap the tip of the bottle straight downSargent Glitter paint--For Kindergarten I try to use transparent paint. When the Kinders paint, they often don't stay within the boundaries of their drawin…