Find inspiration in nature and try one of these acorn-inspired crafts. You know what they say, “Mighty oaks (or in this case, mighty crafts) from little acorns grow.” Before using acorns for craft ...

Squirrels of the world, I apologize. Till now, I thought of you as only cute but pesky little creatures that scampered mindlessly through the woods. But now that I’ve spent time crawling around on all ...

Next time you’re out and about, look down at your feet. Oak trees in Chicagoland and nationwide dropped an unusually high number of acorns this year, in what botanists call a “mast year.” “This is one ...

The leaves are doing their annual costume change, we are airing the heavy sweaters now, and my kids are starting to use the ...

Learn how to make these acorns using a dollar store cookie sheet and craft sticks. Join Houston Chronicle creative director Susan Barber as she shows us how to make her original design, on this ...

A little crafts project can keep kids entertained while the grownups prepare the big meal. This acorn family is fun to decorate and customize — and then just as fun to play with. To make, collect a ...

This Thanksgiving, be thankful that the squirrels didn't get all the acorns scattered around your yard. The caps can be used to adorn napkin rings for the holiday table, no matter what your decor.