The Whatever Mom

Looking for rainy day craft ideas or holiday inspiration? Follow The Whatever Mom and her adorable twins for artsy tricks, boredom busting tips and great mom hacks!


30 Days of Gratitude Turkey Craft

Nov 1, 2021

Bring your daily social media gratitude challenge offline and include the whole family.

6 Simple Fat Tuesday Traditions for Families

Feb 27, 2019

Whether you are a working parent, or stay at home parent, or just a family on the go, here are 6 easy activities to let the good times roll on a Tuesday night.

14 non-candy Valentine's Day gift ideas for school

Feb 6, 2019

14 easy ideas that look crafty and celebrate friendship this Valentine's Day

Craft inspiration you can watch anywhere

Jan 30, 2019

Kid tested, mother approved craft shows you need for inspiration.

DIY American Girl Pet Accessories

Jan 23, 2019

Recycling gently used and outdated socks and winter gloves to make these fun winter accessories for your tiny stuffed friends.

What Would Marie Kondo Say About Our Art Cart?

Jan 16, 2019

Have you caught the decluttering craze yet? Tips for going minimal with your art supplies.

Art Projects Delivered to Your Door from Let's Make Art

Jan 2, 2019

Find out what is inside one popular art subscription box set.

Beat The Winter Birthday Blues With this Creative Party Idea

Dec 5, 2018

Let the party come to you for a unique, fun way to celebrate at your child's next birthday party.

Writing Letters to Santa: A Timeless Tradition

Nov 28, 2018

Your kid will love getting a response letter form the jolly man himself. Use this address to get a post mark from the North Pole.

Easy ways to keep kids entertained at Thanksgiving

Nov 21, 2018

Cooking and kid wrangling can be a challenge, but not when you have these last minute ideas in place!

Why I Make My Christmas Card List Early

Oct 31, 2018

Gather with friends and family to organize a card drop to local families through Operation Christmas Cheer.

The Great Spinning Penny Science Trick

Oct 10, 2018

Peak inside for a simple science trick you can do at home. BONUS Trick: How to make a screaming balloon.

Spooky Halloween Treats You Can Play With

Oct 3, 2018

Get ready to wrap and roll with these super fun treat boxes to hand out to neighbors or to keep for kiddos.

9 easy preschool activities for fall

Sep 26, 2018

Find fun activities to do right in your home using minimal supplies. Look like a mom genius pulling out any one of these activities to keep your kiddos busy.

5 ways to beat boredom at the bus stop

Sep 19, 2018

Kids complaining about the wait at the morning bus stop? Here are 5 super simple ideas to pass the time!

Non-Edible Crafty Treats for Halloween

Sep 12, 2018

Super easy craft ideas for classroom treats that avoid food allergies.

Easy Upcycle Craft to Go Gold This Fall

Aug 29, 2018

Upcycle your child's outgrown rain boots to add a touch of whimsy to your fall decor, and help spread the word about Pediatric Cancer.

DIY Storage Jars to Hold Your Summer Souvenirs

Aug 22, 2018

Create unique storage jars using things you already have at home.

Paint Your Own Cactus Craft Project

Aug 8, 2018

Paint your own cactus for carefree plant life and fun decor.

Keep the School Year Organized with the Touch of An App

Aug 1, 2018

Keep artwork contained and organized, and find paperwork easily by using these digital swaps.

9 Alternative Activities to Team Sports

Jul 25, 2018

Not every kid enjoys the competition of group sports. Here are nine activities that allow kids to enjoy healthy movement and exercise without competing.

How to Make Easy DIY Affirmation Bookmarks

Jul 18, 2018

Kids can use these DIY bookmarks to remind them of their good qualities. Reading them as the last thing before ending a book can help them stay positive.

Crafting Plastic Free Jewelry for Dress Up

Jul 4, 2018

Celebrate plastic free July with this unique and playful craft. Help the kids design biodegradable and plastic free cuff bracelets to add to their dress up play.

How to Make a Patriotic Busy Bucket

Jun 27, 2018

Keep kids busy while waiting for the festivities to start. Bring along this busy bucket to your 4th of July parade, fireworks, or backyard get together.

5 Easy Low Cost Activities to Do In Your Own Backyard

Jun 20, 2018

5 Easy activities anyone can pull off in their own back yard. You don't have to spend a lot of money to keep little kids entertained.

5 Places to Find Creativity This Summer

Jun 13, 2018

Here are my Top 5 favorite places to find creativity this summer! Your kids will love the chance to bring their imaginations to life.

Easy Father's Day gift ideas dads will love

Jun 6, 2018

10 unique ideas to create with the kids for Father's Day.

Recycled bubble blowers add fun to your summer

May 30, 2018

Take your bubble play to the next level with this super easy and inexpensive bubble blower! Kids will love making these long bubble snakes at the beach or in your backyard!

Art Supplies to Take on Your Travels This Summer

May 23, 2018

Keep the creativity flowing with this list of easy to tote art supplies. Mess free must haves for your hotel stay, dinner time entertainment and down time at the relatives.

Crafting New Worlds With Minecraft

May 16, 2018

Kids can imagine new worlds to build through digital crafting.

Create a Plan for Self Care This Summer

May 9, 2018

Self care for moms is hard to come by, so set your routine on autopilot and enjoy more time for yourself this summer.

Easy Magnet Tile Craft for Mother's Day

May 2, 2018

Help your little one make a unique photo tile magnet for Mother's Day.

Easy rainy day STEM activity for little ones

Apr 18, 2018

Really anyone from ages 1 to 91 will think this is cool and it will cost you only $2 for supplies.

Help Feed the Honey Bees for Earth Day

Apr 10, 2018

Use these easy peasy craft instructions to help feed the bees in your hometown.

DIY Spa Night at Home

Apr 4, 2018

Use ingredients you may already have in your kitchen to make this easy DIY relaxing face mask.

5 easy egg hunt ideas to do at home

Mar 28, 2018

If community egg hunts are not your thing, jazz up your egg hunt at home and make it fun for your little one!

Help your child a keep a gratitude journal

Mar 21, 2018

Help your child develop an attitude of gratitude by using a journal to keep track of things to be thankful for.

Planning Your Easter Fools Day Pranks

Mar 7, 2018

Celebrate this unique mash up of April Fool's Day and Easter Sunday with these practical jokes.

DIY Zen garden for calm and focus

Feb 28, 2018

Create a peaceful space for you and your family with a DIY Zen Garden

Use Coloring to Calm the Chaos

Feb 21, 2018

Spending time coloring each day can help you feel more calm and less stressed.

7 garden crafts to make ahead for spring

Feb 14, 2018

I'm with the groundhog, I am ready for spring! With spring thoughts come visions of gardening fun. My kids love being outside and digging in the dirt. They also love crafting colorful decorations to put in our gardens.

Make learning sight words more fun

Feb 7, 2018

This DIY sight word game will bring laughter and fun to your child's homework routine

7 Museums You Must See This Summer

Jan 31, 2018

Need some summertime inspiration? These seven museums offer family fun, edutainment and a close encounter with art!

Indoor art spaces to take your kids this winter

Jan 24, 2018

Fun, family-friendly places to appreciate art together as a family.

Painting With Kitchen Scraps

Jan 17, 2018

Easy paint projects using your left over produce nobody wants to eat.

Beat the Winter Blues with A Family Craft Night

Jan 10, 2018

Have fun with these easy craft night ideas or make up your own. Schedule time to sit down and make something special with your kids.

6 Mostly Mess Free Ways to Paint With Your Young Kids

Jan 3, 2018

Here are 6 easy ideas to help your kids get the benefits of learning to paint without all the mess.

New Year's Day Traditions for Families

Dec 27, 2017

Simple and fun ideas for a low key New Year Celebration at home.

Creative Ways to Celebrate Your Child's Winter Birthday

Dec 13, 2017

Planning your child's birthday party during the rush of the Christmas season can feel stressful. Get creative with some unique ways to celebrate!

How To Create Lasting Memories Without the Clutter

Dec 6, 2017

Make this unique gift at home to present to your child on Christmas. A full year of one on one date days your kids will love!

Applesauce Cinnamon Christmas Ornaments

Nov 29, 2017

RECIPE INSIDE - make these holiday scented ornaments with your kids for fun and hand out as gifts to the neighbors.

How to Make Salt Dough Ornaments

Nov 22, 2017

RECIPE INSIDE! Bake up some fun memories with your kids this Christmas with salt dough ornaments.

Easy "Kidtainment" for Thanksgiving Day

Nov 15, 2017

Keep little ones busy with some fun activities and crafts while they wait for the main event of the holiday.

Easy Craft Ideas for Veteran's Day

Nov 7, 2017

Create simple thank you cards and crafts to share with veterans on Veteran's Day.

Kids Explore Their World Through Process Art

Oct 25, 2017

Let your kids enjoy the process of creating art without expectations for a final product.

Non-food treats for Halloween trick-or-treaters

Oct 18, 2017

The Food Allergy Research & Education organization offers a unique way to let parents know you have safe treats for kids with food allergies.

Make a Sensory Boo Bin for Halloween

Oct 11, 2017

Using mostly edible items you can create this fun sensory bin with a Halloween theme.

How To Make Acorn Jewels This Fall

Oct 4, 2017

Make these glittery jewels using three things you already have at home.

Fall Leaf Painting with Wine Corks

Sep 27, 2017

Save your left over wine corks from the trash and use them to create this super easy leaf painting.

Slow Down and Enjoy the Season You Are In

Sep 20, 2017

Simple ways to connect with your kids in whatever parenting season you are in.

Hudson Valley Art Programs to Enjoy This Fall

Sep 13, 2017

Get outside to take in the artistry of fall while checking out some new artists.

How to use your credit cards to paint

Sep 6, 2017

Sound weird? Well, only if you use a valid credit card to make your paintings.

Doodling With Popsicle Sticks

Aug 30, 2017

Use Popsicle sticks and markers to create this unique geometric art.

5 Reasons to Go Solo to The Art Gallery

Aug 23, 2017

Read 5 reasons why you should go solo to an art gallery without kids.

6 Ways to Prepare Your Special Needs Child for the School Year

Aug 16, 2017

Navigating the world of special needs can feel overwhelming. Here are six ways to help you prepare.

Sending your child off To kindergarten

Aug 9, 2017

Follow these five tips for a smoother transition into the first day of Kindergarten.

7 Ways to Encourage Your Child's Creative Side

Aug 2, 2017

In our busy world we often forget to make room for our kids' creativity. Here are 7 ways to encourage their creative side.

Pulled String Painting Any Kid Can Do

Jul 26, 2017

Using just string, paint and paper kids can create unique artwork, cards or stationary.

5 Easy Ways To Get More Art in Your Day

Jul 19, 2017

Are you a creative type looking for simple ways to get creative each day? Read more to find out how you can incorporate these five fun and easy steps to getting more are into your day.

Family Day at The Samuel Dorskey Museum of Art

Jul 12, 2017

The Dorsky Museum of Art located on SUNY New Paltz campus is a local treasure. We enjoyed our family day workshop with local artist Jenny Lee Fowler. Click the link to see our artsy adventure.

Painted Mickey Mouse Planter

Jul 4, 2017

Create this fun project for the Disney fan in your life.

Get Creative With Camp Creativity at Michael's Craft Store

Jun 28, 2017

Take advantage of Camp Creativity at Michael's craft store this summer! Affordable crafting fun for your little ones!

Painting With Bubbles

Jun 21, 2017

Watch what happens when you mix these two ingredients together to create a simple canvas art piece for your home, or child's room.

Get Creative Outside With Shadow Art

Jun 14, 2017

Shadow tracing is a super fun way to sneak in hand writing practice for your kids while creating some art.

Where To Find Activities and Local Events This Summer

Jun 7, 2017

Look inside for resources to making this your most adventurous summer yet!

7 Art-Filled Day Trips To Take This Summer

May 31, 2017

Seven museums to check out with the kids this summer!

Sensory Fun With Food

May 24, 2017

This week my girls and I needed a little down time. We have been so busy visiting friends for play dates and shopping for two big girl bedroom makeovers that we just needed to relax. My daughter suggested we have a spa night and make our own facial masks. I know every mom thinks their kid is a ...

Life Is Better With Art, Cats and Cupcakes

May 17, 2017

Are your kids smitten with kittens? Mine really are! Unfortunately for them I am allergic. I can’t spend more than 5 minutes with a cat before I start sneezing and wheezing. But my kids LOVE, LOVE, LOVE kittens! Since we can’t own a cat, and to encourage my kids love of cats we volunteer as ofte...

Making Stained Glass Art

May 10, 2017

Creating stained glass effect with simple art supplies.

Tissue Paper Color Transfer Project

May 3, 2017

Story time, colors, "Swatch: The Girl Who Loved Color"

Make and Take Entertainment for Kids

Apr 26, 2017

Entertainment for kids, Kids, Activities, Take it with you, Mini Travel Pouch

Create a Magical Portal In Your Back Yard

Apr 19, 2017

Creating magic in your own back yard.