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4. Learning Tower
Your kids will be interested in what you are doing, and that is a good thing. IKEA Hackers is a pretty cool idea, and they have come up with a safe learning tower so the little shorties can be a part of the action.
Enjoy it while you can.
5. Easy Frame Tent
A Beautiful Mess always comes up with great pieces that are not only functional and fun, but very chic and stylish.
You can make a whimsical little tent with just a few pieces wood and some cloth (blanket, curtain) and a drill.
6. DIY Tic-Tac-Toe
When I was a child, I played tic-tac toe with my daughter. It was a difficult task to explain to her what seemed to be a simple concept.
This super simple DIY project by Chicken Scratch NY is so easy that I’m certain she would have had more fun.
And as we all know, kids seems to learn much easier when they are having fun.
7. Giant Backyard Ker-Plunk
All Parenting offers a nostalgic blast from the past by providing this jumbo-sized kerplunk game. This is a simple project!
This is the place to be if you want hours of enjoyment without spending your time on a project.
8. Fun Ruler Growth Chart
Every kid gets excited to see if theyve grown. It’s difficult to track progress, just like losing weight.
The fun ruler growth chart will do just that. I love the idea that you can take pictures and hang them alongside the chart.
Check out Adventures in Decorating for the tutorial.
9. Chalkboard Paint In Kids Room
Style Files has created a way for your children to write on the wall. It’s scary, but if they stick to the lines, it will work.
This chalkboard tutorial shows you how to paint chalkboards.
Plus, they will get a kick out of it, and it just may curb their need to write on surfaces not meant for writing.
10. DIY Backyard Playhouse
If youre really looking for a summer project, this backyard playhouse from Hand Made Home will certainly do the trick.
Your kids will be the envy of the neighborhood with a playhouse as cool as this.
It doesn’t even require a tree!
Functional Projects
11. Chalkboard Chores List
I remember having chores growing up. Actually, I remember having chores this week.
You don’t have to hear me excuse now, but at least you won’t have to.
For the tutorial, visit Eighteen25
12. Fancy Pin Board
Learn how to create this fancy pinboard by visiting Batchelors Way
13. Homemade Wire Hamper
The hamper can be a sore-sight in the décor of your home. The Picket Fence Projects has come up with a stylish and very functional hamper that wont sting the eyes in whatever room it ends up in.
14. Tear Away Grocery Liste
One of the most frustrating things is to get to the grocery store and not remember what you need. It is inevitable. Youll come across a situation throughout the week where you have to remember to get something you need, yet your mind will go blank.
You cant avoid it. They have a wonderful system for writing down these things at the Home Sweet Blog.
Don’t forget to add the list.
15. DIY Drying Rack
Do you have a tiny laundry room? Centsational Girl offers the perfect solution to drying and hanging clothes straight from the washer.
This laundry room drying rack looks great and is practical.
16. Rail & Basket Organizer
Simply DIY 2 blogs help you organize your life with their basket and rail organizer. This is an easy project, and offers tons of opportunities.
17. Chalkboard Menu
Whats for dinner is a question you probably hear often. Whipper Berry’s chalkboard menu is a great idea.
It will not only save you time planning the week’s dinners but also keep you from answering the same question repeatedly.
Whats for dinner?
18. DIY Gift Wrap Station
Are you like me? Are you like me? Do you always forget to wrap last-minute gifts with wrapping paper?
2 Little Hooligans created a mobile gift wrapping station.
Now you just have to go out and stock it!
Fun Projects For Mom
19. Homemade Canvas Prints
We all know how much hiring a photographer for those family photos can be. However, you no longer have to pay the high prices for those cool canvas prints.
Let Not Just a House Wife show you how to save some money and do-it-yourself.
20. Painted Stick Heart
Although it might seem a little crafty, I find it hard to resist pieces that are simple and almost free. Especially if it looks as cool and colorful as this painted heart stick does from Ellens Daily Heart blog.
This project is perfect to share with your little girl!
21. Natural, Homemade Soap
It’s a great idea to take everyday items and learn how to make them. Lovely Greens gives us that opportunity with some natural DIY soap.
These are very customizable. You can add your own scents or colors.
Pretty cool huh?
22. DIY Baby Dream Room
One of the more precious memories a couple can have is when they get to decorate the baby room. So much anticipation and excitement is a great motivator.
Project Nursery has a cool video that might offer some inspiration.
23. Paint Chip Settings
Multiple children understand the danger of who gets to eat with whom at the dinner table. Most often, it is the mom who wins.
This is a great way to have fun with assigned seating. It also works great for parties.
For more information, visit Mom Projects.
24. Peppermint Whipped Body Butter
There are many mom projects that can be added to your list. Lets face it, not everything is about the kids.
Thank Your Body has a great recipe for whipped peppermint body butter sure to make you feel like youre at the spa.
You’ll be able to relax at home and your wallet will thank you.
25. Mason Jar Storage Project
What can you NOT put in these decorative jars? It can be hung in the kitchen, children’s room, or laundry room to store any items you need.
If I had to pick one tool that would help you make most of these projects, the jigsaw would be it. It can make all the crafty cuts and essentially perform many of the functions of the larger saws as well.
Check out our Best Jigsaw Guide and see for your self.
