How cute is this,  a snowman made almost completely out of Qtips?  This is an activity that the whole family can have fun with.  If you live in Texas, like me, this just might be the closest thing to building a snowman that your kids get this winter.  Happy building!

Here is what you need to make the snowman:

• Q–‐tips® (approx. 250)
• 3 Styrofoam balls (3 different sizes–1 large, 1 medium, 1 small–with no ball smaller than 2 in./50mm)
• 1 brown pipe cleaner
• 1 sheet of wax paper
• 1 Popsicle stick or floral stake
• Child–‐safe scissors
• Child–‐safe, nontoxic black paint
• Child–‐safe, nontoxic orange paint

Here’s how to make it -> QTips Snowman Tutorial

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These hats are a great way to get the kids excited about and involved in the New Year’s festivities!  Even the adults can get in on the fun.  Get those creative juices flowing!  Thanks to Parent Dish for the idea!

Here’s what you need to make your party hat:

• Fun foam glitter sticker letters and numbers, 1 1/4″ tall
• Fun foam glitter sticker sheets, 8 1/2″ x 11″ in desired colors
• 2 fun foam glitter sheets, 8 1/2″ x 11″ in black
• Glitter gold fabric paint
• Tacky glue
• Safety scissors
• Tape measure

Here’s how to make it -> New Year’s Party Hat Tutorial

Don’t forget your coupons as you head to the craft store for supplies:

• Hobby Lobby: 40% off one regular price item (expires Dec. 31)
• Michael’s: 50% off one regular price item (expires Dec. 31)