Small disclaimer before I begin this post. I am not a decorator nor that great of a crafter, just in case it isn't obvious.
But with that being said, I try my best to embrace what my kids are into and maybe get a smile out of them in the process. And Nyah's current fascination- Valentine's Day. So I am doing what I can to get into the mood though everyone else around Louisiana seems to be preparing for Mardi Gras. I'm learning.
We have been on a bit of a paper chain kick. Nyah and I made a big one for the Christmas tree out of an old road map.
So when I saw the heart paper chain behind the receptionist desk at the doctor's office, I knew we had to give it a go.
I put it all together with some decorations Nyah had made at school (which is one of the perks of having a kid in school, by the way, automatic one of a kind holiday decor). And its Valentine's Day a go around here.
But with that being said, I try my best to embrace what my kids are into and maybe get a smile out of them in the process. And Nyah's current fascination- Valentine's Day. So I am doing what I can to get into the mood though everyone else around Louisiana seems to be preparing for Mardi Gras. I'm learning.
We have been on a bit of a paper chain kick. Nyah and I made a big one for the Christmas tree out of an old road map.
We didn't have any colored paper in the house so I just cut up some old paintings Nyah had created and stapled away.
And the best part, (besides the huge smile Nyah had on her face when she saw the mantle after school) it didn't cost a penny.
I love paper. I love chains. I love old maps. I love this idea. LOVE the map idea! Why didn't I think of it?? We use paper chains as a countdown method. How many days til x event. It helps the kids realize the "time" is getting closer. (i use maps for wrapping paper!)
ReplyDeleteI saw the paper chain made out of the pages of a book and loved it. I agree, maps are the best. We also used them cut snowflakes out at Christmas. And as wrapping paper! Great idea. I had the best intentions to make the infamous Valentine Sun Catcher but never got around to it. Maybe we will give it a go next year.
DeleteHappy Valentine's day to you and yours! xo