So what other kinds of projects can we do to inspire our children, grandchildren and, in my case, nieces and nephews?
Project #1-- Flower Power
Play photographer with your kids. Armed with cameras -- or cell phones -- you can take pictures of flowers, find their names and paste them in an photo album on flicker.
Project #2 -- Dog Run
Walk around your neighborhood and count the number of dogs you see. Try to guess their breeds and their names. Guessing is half the fun.
I haven't done one of these since college. I did one as a birthday present, and my friend still talks about it, though he threw it away after graduation. You start by cutting out pictures of faces, places, items you like and sayings that are funny. They you put them all together on a sheet of cardboard, in all kinds of ways, overlapping, upside down, etc. Or you can use pictures that you've taken throughout the summer. Print out paper copies. Cut out the fun parts and put them all together with sayings or phrases you like.
What other fun projects can you think to inspire yourself, your kids, your friends? Share them with us here. ---mcf
As a kid my grandmother taught me how to sew so when I read about Granmother unraveling her work to correct her mistake a flood of memories came back, thank you. Very nice post!
ReplyDeleteYou know, my grandma also inspired me to try creative activities. I can remember her making quilts - maybe that's why I love quilting! I love your first idea about flowers. One I will try on my travels.
ReplyDeleteOur grandmother's wisdom is always priceless, isn't it? My Nana Cano always tried to get me to sew when I was growing up but I blew it off thinking it wasn't cool. But then when she passed, I was just starting with my crafty career and felt so heartbroken that I denied her gift. I ended up teaching myself to sew in her honor and I swear, every time I sit att hat machine I think of her!
ReplyDeleteYour sister's lessons to her granddaughter will stick with her all through life. Crafting with loved ones is such a great bonding experience!! Thank you for sharing all this!