Update: My niece's glitter disaster flipped my view on craft time

I used to ban all messy projects at family gatherings. After she covered the dog in glitter and we couldn't stop laughing, I caved. Now I just put down a tarp and let the chaos happen.

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sullivan.lisa2mo ago

Plastic tablecloths from the dollar store saved our furniture. We just roll them up and toss the whole mess when they're done.

angela_harris2mo ago

Did you see that tip online about taping down the edges of those plastic tablecloths? I read somewhere that it helps with really runny stuff... like the slime disaster @jakejones mentioned. People were saying even a little bit of painter's tape keeps everything contained. Might be worth trying if you've got kids who go all out with their crafts. Otherwise you're just chasing a flimsy sheet around the table while glue drips everywhere...

the_lee2mo ago

Honestly, I just skip the plastic sheets now. They always rip or slide around anyway. I use old newspapers from my neighbor and let the kids go wild, then toss the whole bundle. Way less hassle.

jakejones2mo ago

Ever see a kid turn a craft into a full disaster? My friend tried making slime with her son and it fused to the kitchen table. They had to chisel it off and now it's just a hilarious story they tell.

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