Goals of setting up a craft program usually include two things – you want people to show a genuine interest in your program and you want to spark creativity that leads to fulfillment and enjoyment by your students or residents. … Read More
Kid Inventors at the Invention Convention
Last month a group of us from the Merchandising department had the opportunity to be judges at an “Invention Convention”. This is part of a statewide program here in Connecticut where children first learn about inventors, find an idea, research … Read More
Memorial Day Mason Jars
Like most crafters, I have a slight obsession with mason jars. People love them because there are endless ways to decorate them and they can be used in so many ways… and what I really love is that I can … Read More
Inspired by Teachers and Their Influence
Teachers Don’t Give Up Reading through all of the comments on the Teacher Appreciation Giveaway post has really inspired me. There has been one common theme that has stood out, “Don’t Give Up on Any Child”. This is probably not … Read More
Student Thank You Letters – S&S Donates Learning Materials
Last winter while vacationing in Florida, S&S Worldwide CEO Stephen Schwartz struck up a conversation with teacher Ilyse Opas. Opas teaches at Cox Academy, a charter school in East Oakland, Calif. After discussing how budget constraints impinge on buying updated … Read More
Teacher Appreciation Week Giveaway! *UPDATED*
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4th-May 8th this year, so what better way to celebrate our teachers than giving away $500?! Five winners will be selected from the comments below to win a $100 E-Gift Card! To get 20% off … Read More
A Dandy DIY Flower Bouquet for Mother’s Day!
For anyone out there who thinks they can’t craft and need tons of spare time to do one, this project is for you! It combines DIY and upcycling an old t-shirt to make a beautiful flower bouquet. This craft is … Read More
Tricks and Tips to Tie Dye
Tie dye is a creative craft that lets you experiment with a wide range of colors and patterns. Using simple materials like string, rubber bands, or zip ties, you can create unique designs with different techniques. Here are some essential … Read More
Saving the Day at The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp
On any given day as an S&S associate, I have the profound pleasure of having the opportunity to work with many non-profit organizations that both enrich and enlighten the lives of so many people. One such special customer is The Hole … Read More
2015 Young Child Expo and Conference
Last week we had the pleasure of attending the Young Child Expo in NYC. There were over 1,000 people there to support the efforts of educating young children, many of which we were able to interact with at our S&S booth. We … Read More
