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Tag: Infant

  • Baby-safe Heart Stamping

    Baby-safe Heart Stamping
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    Oh, February…how quickly you remind us that we’re faced with yet another gift-giving holiday. Didn’t we just have one of those a couple of months back? Still, with all of the themed items stocking the shelves, there’s nothing that feels particularly personal, making gift-giving feel a bit disconnected. Enter, homemade gits. I would rather craft Read more

  • Color Sorting Lids

    Color Sorting Lids
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    A Simple, Infant‑Safe Craft for Busy Families Infants learn best through hands‑on exploration like touching, mouthing, banging, and discovering how objects behave. The Color Sorting Lids Craft is a beautifully simple activity that turns everyday materials into a sensory‑rich learning tool. It’s quick to make, safe for little hands, and endlessly adaptable for play. For Read more

  • Salt-Dough Handprint Ornament

    Salt-Dough Handprint Ornament
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    My favorite infant crafts offer engaging play for your little one, while also leaving you with a precious keepsake. This craft does just that. I’m sure you’ve seen plenty of store-bought kits for handprint ornaments, but today we’re going to make our own! All of the supplies are likely in your pantry and kitchen already, Read more

  • Fingerpaint Leaf Collage

    Fingerpaint Leaf Collage
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    Looking for a cozy, colorful way to celebrate fall with your little one? The Fingerpaint Leaf Collage is a delightful sensory craft that turns squishy paint play into a beautiful keepsake. With vibrant hues, soft textures, and lots of giggles, this activity invites your infant to explore the magic of autumn through touch, sight, and Read more

  • Sensory Ball Drop

    Sensory Ball Drop
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    Today we’re going to focus on your infant’s visual and sensory needs with a simple and easy craft, using items you find around the house. While this activity uses multi-colored balls, you can actually use anything that grabs the attention and focus of your infant. Blocks, plushies, teething toys, and all infant-friendly items can be Read more

  • DIY Touch-and-Feel Book

    DIY Touch-and-Feel Book
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    Have you ever come across a touch-and-feel book and thought: ‘I could make this?’ Well, today you can! These books are fun to make and an excellent choice for sensory enrichment for your infant. Added Bonus: You can keep the book in your child’s memory box to share with them later in life! Let’s Take Read more

  • Infant Texture Board

    Infant Texture Board
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    Is your infant touching everything in sight? Does it seem like most of the surfaces they explore are store-bought? Give them something unique to grab on to with our Infant Texture Board! This tactile craft enables infants to explore various textures through safe, soft materials mounted on a sturdy board. It encourages early sensory engagement Read more