Month: February 2012

Scratch-off Valentine Card

Scratch-off hearts valentine?s card 

 Make this fun Valentine’s Day card with BHG.com’s template and type in your date-night choices. To finish the card, follow the easy steps below.

1. Print the card onto cardstock and trim. Print the heart template and cut out, then cut a strip of clear Con-Tact paper long enough to make four hearts. Trace around the heart template on the paper side of the Con-Tact paper.

2. To make the scratch-off solution, mix 2 parts metallic acrylic paint with 1 part dishwashing liquid. Using a small, flat paintbrush, apply a thin coat of the scratch-off solution onto the front side of the Con-Tact paper and let dry for an hour. Repeat with a second coat, and add a third coat if your paint looks streaky.

3. Cut out the hearts (following the traced outline), peel off the backing, and place over the heart spaces on the card. Package the card with a new penny.

via BHG.com

Hand Print Calendar

I wish I would’ve seen this soooner! What a great project for kids. Here’s a couple of tips for doing clean handprints. Use acrylic paints, they are washable. Instead of dipping the hands into the paint, which is really messy, use a foam paint brush to apply the paint to the hand then press immediately and firmly onto the paper. Wash off with soap and water or a baby wipe. Best tip: wear aprons or paint smocks to protect clothes. project idea via E is for Explore.

Noodle Marble Run

Use a pool noodle(s), cut one side all the way down. Spread open. Cut other side. Use duct tape to secure together as in picture. Add a cool finish line made from skewers, paper and tape. Grab some marbles and race–Awesome fun!

Great idea VIA

Pizza Casserole

If you aren’t one of the thousands that have already seen this recipe….. here you go….you are welcome! This is super easy and looks yummy enough for even the pickiest eaters. Try mixing it up: here are some suggestions:

  • sausage instead of hamburger meat
  • ricotta cheese, along with the mozarella
  • is freezable
  • add onions for more flavor
  • italian seasoning for more flavor
  • rotini noodles instead of egg noodles
  • pizza sauce instead of spaghetti sauce

Click here for the original recipe and tutorial from Formamas