Homemade Fig Newtons
Megan Scott took it upon herself to create some homemade fig newtons that were just as good as her childhood memories with this recipe for Food52.
Kids & Family
Bring the Thunder: Build a Simple Sound Effects Tube
You never know when you’re going to need to make an impressive rumbling noise. Maybe you’re putting on a play and need some sound effects. Maybe you just want to make your neighbors really curious about what the heck you’re doing. No matter the reason, making a loud rumbly “Thunder Tube” is quite easy. As […]
Play Kitchen: Felt Tea Bags
Whip up these simple felt tea bag toys for more play time fun with the kids!
Learn to Weave with a Simple Cardboard Box Loom
Have a cardboard box and some popsicle sticks sitting around your house? You’ve already got the basic building blocks for a simple cardboard box loom! You don’t need to spend tons of money on new equipment just to give weaving a try. In fact, you don’t really need to look beyond your recycle bin. This […]
Egg Cup Bunnies Made from Polymer Clay
Make a polymer clay bunny to display your Easter eggs! This is an adorable project that is fun to make with friends.
Gallery: New Jersey’s Inaugural Makers Day Brings Out Thousands
Organizers of the inaugural New Jersey Makers Day say the numbers are still coming in, but they expect that they beat their original estimate of 5,000 attendees statewide. Over 350 people came to the Piscataway Public Library where I attended, and they seemed to be having a marvelous time. There were workshops that required registration, […]
How-To: Mermaid Easter Eggs
Think mythical creatures are way more fun than bunnies or baby chicks? (Yeah, me too.) This year, forget cute and fuzzy—make some awesome mermaid Easter eggs instead! Mermaid Easter eggs are a fun, sea-inspired DIY project for crafty kids and magic-loving adults alike, and there are endless options for creative customization. To get started, check […]
