Author Archives: Mikaela

Stain glass window art

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Mikaela

Everyone likes stain glass windows so here is how you make one on paper! What you need: parchment paper crayon shavings of any color iron (Keep away from the kids!) Just put the shavings on the paper in the design … Continue reading →

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Oatmeal dough

Posted on October 25, 2011 by Mikaela

If you like play dough, Then you will love oatmeal dough! what you need: 1 cup rolled oats 2/3 cup all purpose flour 1/2 cup water food coloring mix together oats flour and water add a few drops of food … Continue reading →

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Mr. Apple Head

Posted on October 24, 2011 by Mikaela

Sorry i have not been posting lately but don’t worry! I am back with something i like to call Mr. Apple Head! What you need: apple gumdrop licorice candy corn tooth picks All you do is take the apple and … Continue reading →

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Window Clings

Posted on August 16, 2011 by Mikaela

  You know those cute little things that stick to your windows? Those are what this is! You will need: vinyl black fabric paint coloring book markers Pour the vinyl over the picture you chose. Trace edges with the fabric … Continue reading →

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Window Paint

Posted on August 16, 2011 by Mikaela

If the kids like to paint on the window here is a recipe for window paint! you will need: dish soap food coloring All you do is mix it together!

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First-Aid Neckolace

Posted on July 28, 2011 by Mikaela

If a kid you babysit for falls and gets hurt a lot outside that this is a good thing to take with you! You will need: film container yarn antiseptic wipes band-aids important phone numbers poke a hole in the … Continue reading →

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Treasure Stones

Posted on July 27, 2011 by Mikaela

If you are planing a treasure hunt for the kids you are babysitting for, then this is something you can use as the prize! You will need: 1 cup flour 1 cup used coffee grounds 1/2 cup salt 1/4 cup … Continue reading →

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Bath Bombs

Posted on July 26, 2011 by Mikaela

Don’t worry,  they are not real bombs! They are just fun things to do in the bath. You will need: 2 tbsp citric acid 4 tbsp baking soda witch hazel mix citric acid and baking soda together. spritz with witch … Continue reading →

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Jokes 11#

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Mikaela

Here is another funny joke! Teacher: What are you doing on the floor? student: You said to do my math without tables.   Tables as in times tables. Get it!

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Ghost In The Graveyard

Posted on July 23, 2011 by Mikaela

A fun game to play before bed is ghost in the graveyard because it is best to play in the dark! You will need: a base ( a tree if outside or a couch if inside) A flashlight lots of … Continue reading →

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