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Easy Outdoor Flying Disc Game DIY

06.04.2019 by Marie // Leave a Comment

Are your kiddos bored with the toys and games they normally play outside? Give them something new to play (and keep them off of the video games) with this easy outdoor flying disc game DIY. It’s fun, inexpensive to make, and a great new twist on a classic disc toss game.

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Give kids a fun new game to play with this easy outdoor flying disc game DIY. It’s fun, inexpensive, and a great new twist on a classic disc toss game. Click To Tweet

Wondering how to keep the kids occupied all summer long? See our list of Summer Activities for Kids of All Ages!

We have partnered with some savvy blogging Mom’s and Grandma’s to bring you a collection of summer fun ideas to do with kids of all ages from Pre-K up to those precious teens. Be sure to scroll all the way down for even more ideas!

 

DIY Disc Toss Game next to Tree

I’ve been at it again. I took the kiddos to the Dollar Tree and found inspiration for another fun project. Since the weather has finally been so beautiful, outdoor games have been on my mind. In fact, I picked up enough items for more than one game. Be sure to check back all summer long for more fun (and cheap) DIY games!

 

Disc Toss Game Materials

Flying Disc Game Materials

  • 4 Stackable File Organizers (I got mine at Dollar Tree)
  • Teal Spray Paint
  • Small Plastic Plates
  • Pink Spray Paint
  • Orange Spray Paint
  • Number Stickers (Optional)

 

Letter Tray with Stickers Removed

Step 1

First, remove the labels from your stackable file organizers.

Step 2

Next, clean the file organizers to ensure that they are free of dust and dirt. This helps the paint stick.

 

Letter Tray on Cardboard

Step 3

After your file organizers are clean, place one on a protected surface for painting.

 

Painted Letter Tray

Step 4

Then paint the file organizer with teal spray paint. Set off to the side (still on a protected surface) and allow to dry completely.

Tip:

  • I recommend using spray paint specifically for plastic and/or outdoor use.

Step 5

Repeat step 4 with your remaining file organizers.

 

Pink Painted Plates on Cardboard

Step 6

While your file organizers dry, paint 3 of your plastic plates pink and 3 of them orange.

Note:

  • I used the same type of spray paint on my plates as I did on the file organizers, only in different colors.

Step 7

Again, set aside to dry completely.

Step 8 (Optional)

Optionally, you can add number stickers to your stackable file organizers for scoring. For small kids, I recommend making the top and bottom trays worth 5 points and the center 2 worth 10 points. For older kids and adults, make the scoring as follows starting with the top tray: 5, 10, 15, 10.

 

Kids Playing Disc Toss Game

Boy Tossing Disc at Target

Kids next to Disc Toss Game

How to Play Outdoor Flying Disc Game

Stack your file organizers (in order if scoring stickers are attached). Each player takes turns tossing 3 discs towards the organizers. Add up the scores of the discs in the organizer before removing them.

The first player or team to 100 points wins. If 100 points is reached by the first player or team in the round, the second player or team has a chance to tie with their remaining turn.

In the event of a tie, have a sudden death round. Each player or team gets one set of tosses. Whichever one scores the most from the sudden death round wins!

 

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The kiddos had a blast with this easy outdoor flying disc game until the wind picked up. Then I had a ton of fun watching them carefully aim only to have the wind whip their discs in the totally wrong direction. Adorableness all around, I promise. Now that you’ve checked out this fun DIY game, be sure to check out the other awesome kids summer activities from my friends. And come back tomorrow for another fun activity from yours truly.

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Summer Fun Activities

Now, let’s see what else we can add to our Summer Activities list!  New ideas are added every day this week so Pin this post and check back every day.

 

Collage of Summer Activities Photos

Monday

An Alli Event

Glitter On A Dime

That Fit Fam

 

Collage of Summer Activities Photos

Tuesday

Intelligent Domestications

Cookies, Coffee and Crafts

DIY Adulation

 

Collage of Summer Activities Photos

Wednesday

DIY Adulation

Polka Dot Poplars

 

Collage of Summer Activities Photos

Thursday

Creative Ramblings

Cookies, Coffee and Crafts

Our Good Life

 

Collage of Summer Activities Photos

Friday

Glitter On A Dime

My Family Thyme

Categories // Activities, Crafts, DIY, Holidays, Kids, Paint Crafts, Parties, Recycled Crafts, Summer Holidays

Easy DIY Find It Game | Perfect for Road Trips

05.29.2019 by Marie // Leave a Comment

Does your kid love those Find It games? They’re the perfect quiet activity to entertain little ones again and again. That’s why it also makes a great road trip activity. This easy DIY find it game is the perfect travel size to entertain your kiddos in the car with less than half the bulk.

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Keep little ones entertained no matter how long your road trip is with this easy DIY find it game! It's the perfect size for travel and easily customizable. Click To Tweet

When my youngest first started to express a defined interest in books outside of the bedtime stories we read, he loved ISpy books. Like, he couldn’t get enough of them. That was when I had the idea that he might also love the Find It games. He got one that was specifically geared for young kids for his 4th birthday and he still loves playing with it a year later.

You would think looking for things would get old, especially when you’ve found them a thousand times before, but not for him. That’s is what sparked this most recent project. We’re driving all the way to Disney World this summer (15+ hour drive, one way) and I thought this would be a great way to keep him entertained on our trip.

Even better, it’s so super simple that you can easily make more than one in different themes. In case you’re wondering, yes, I’m totally going to make a Disney themed one. It’s too easy and to much fun not to.

 

DIY Find It Game next to Yellow Blocks

DIY Find It Game Materials

  • Small Clean Empty Bottle
  • White Rice
  • Food Coloring (Color of Choice)
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Slime Charms Pack (I used this one)
  • E6000

 

White Rice in Plastic Bag

Step 1

First, add your rice into a resealable bag.

 

Red Food Coloring on White Rice in Plastic Bag

Step 2

Next, add in your food coloring.

Tip:

  • You will have to play around with the amount of food coloring needed. The amount will vary, especially based on the color.

 

Red Dyed Rice in Plastic Bag

Step 3

Then seal your bag and shake your rice to color. If your rice is still too light after shaking, add in more food coloring and shake some more.

 

Tray Lined with Parchment Paper

Step 4

Now cover your baking sheet with a layer of parchment paper.

 

Red Rice on Parchment Paper

Step 5

Next, pour your colored rice onto the baking sheet and let it set out to dry.

Note:

  • Technically, the rice absorbs the coloring very quickly but some of can still rub off on your charms and your bottle. Keep the bottle clear by taking the time to let the rice dry.

 

Red Rice in Plastic Bottle

Step 6

After the rice is dried, add it to your bottle. Do not fill the bottle all the way to the top. Take into account the room for your slime charms and also leave room to shake the mixture.

 

Close Up of Small Charms on Rice in Plastic Bottle

Step 7

Now add your slime charms to the bottle. I used 1 of each letter I could find in the set and then some of the picture ones as well.

 

Small Charms Lined Up on Wooden Background

Optional:

  • Take a picture of some of your slime charms before adding them to your container. Then print the photo in a wallet size and tape it to the bottle for kids to use as a search guide.

Step 8

Put the lid on and shake up your mixture to incorporate the slime charms.

 

Glue Inside of Blue Lid

Step 9

Once the charms and rice are mixed, take the lid off and add a layer of E6000 along the inside of the lid.

 

Lid Glued on Find It Game Bottle

Step 10

Return the lid to the container and set the bottle on its side to dry. Try to keep the rice and charms from touching the lid so that they don’t get stuck in any glue that seeps down.

 

Smiling Child Holding Find It Game

Step 11

Allow your glue to dry 24 hours before playing with your new DIY find it game.

 

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It’s definitely time to start saving those juice bottles. Now you can keep little ones entertained no matter how long your road trip is. This easy DIY find it game is the perfect size for travel and easily customizable for your kiddos. Dye the rice in their favorite color and add in items that are fun for them.

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Categories // Activities, Crafts, DIY, Holidays, Kids, Recycled Crafts, Summer Holidays, Vacations

Awesome DIY Planters and Vases for Your Home

04.14.2019 by Marie // Leave a Comment

As the weather warms up and the flowers begin to bloom, it’s time to start thinking about a refresh for your plants. These awesome DIY planters and vases for your home are the perfect way to update your space.

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Thinking about a refresh for your plants? These awesome DIY planters and vases for your home are the perfect way to update your space. Click To Tweet

Every spring I get that itch. I want to fill my home with flowers and beautify my front garden. I know I’m not the only one. After the dullness of winter, you crave the colors of spring flowers. The blossoming trees, the flitting of birds, and the sprouting flowers make the season a refreshing and inspiring time.

What better way to harness that inspiration than with some crafty new planters and vases?

 

tiered raised garden bed

DIY Tiered Raised Garden Bed (Anika’s DIY Life)

When you want a garden but you’re short on space, this raised garden bed is perfect. It’s so easy to make, even beginner woodworkers can totally do it.

 

raised patio planter

Creating a Raised Patio Garden (Mom Home Guide)

Another space saving option is this raised patio garden idea. She shows you how to use what you have to create it so it’s budget-friendly too!

 

metallic planter on stack of books

DIY Metallic Tribal Print Planter (Inside the Fox Den)

Don’t forget about bringing some plants inside. This metallic planter is a beautiful way to grow your favorites.

 

yogurt jar vase

Repurposed Yogurt Jar Flower Vase (Glitter on a Dime)

Not all flowers stay in planters, of course. This wonderful repurposed vase is a gorgeous way to display your favorite fresh and faux flower arrangements.

 

swan figurine planter

How to Re-Purpose Household Items as Planters (The Boondocks Blog)

Find out how to turn everyday items into fun and kitschy planters with this super simple tutorial.

 

table planter on umbrella table

DIY Umbrella Table Flower Planter (Dazzle While Frazzled)

Of course, you don’t want to forget about the back deck when planning your spring refresh. This umbrella table planter is the perfect addition to your patio set!

 

Close up of Whitewashed Terracotta Pots

How to Whitewash Pots and Planters (Snazzy Little Things)

Refresh your existing planters with this easy tutorial. If you love the whitewash look, you’ll love learning how to do it yourself.

 

basket planter

From Discarded Basket to Farmhouse Planter (Organized and Simplified)

Get that farmhouse look from an old basket with this awesome DIY planter. It’s a fantastic way to breath new life into something old.

 

flower arrangements in birch bark vases

DIY Birch Bark Vases (DIY Adulation)

Lastly is another terrific upcycled vase idea. Turn baby food jars into bud vases with this super simple tutorial!

 

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Soak up the warming sunshine and refresh your space this spring with these awesome DIY planters and vases for your home. You’ll have the perfect home for growing and displaying your beautiful plants.

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Categories // Crafts, DIY, Holidays, Home, Home Decor, Merry Monday, Recycled Crafts, Spring Holidays

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