Beat the "I'm bored" blues with these tried and true kids crafts. Seems like we've all been there- we're stuck inside and the kids are bored. Maybe it is just too hot to go out (or maybe you get a lot of rainy days in your neck of the woods). Then comes complaining...
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Pot of Gold – St. Patrick’s Day Craft
I love making gifts that I can leave on the neighbor's doorstep as a surprise, send to school with the kids for their teachers, or leave in the mailbox for the postman. Simple, thoughtful gifts can make the biggest difference in someone's day. There are days that...
DIY Shirts and Backyard Concerts
Disclosure: I received the vinyl from Expressions Vinyl to facilitate my review. It is my honor to share news with you from a company that I enjoy and support! This post also includes an affiliate link to Cricut. A few weeks ago, Expressions Vinyl sent over...
Valentine’s Day: Printable Disney Valentine
Have you ever made melted crayon valentines? They are so fun to do. I'll never forget, a few years ago, I thought I was being so incredibly creative and I pulled out all of our broken crayons. Julia, Nate, and I sat at the kitchen table and peeled the crayons for...
DIY Dog Treat Jar
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #TreatingWithNutrish #CollectiveBias When we moved to Arizona in 2008, Julia and Nate begged to get a dog. I was able to hold them off for a few years, but in 2011...
DIY MOPS Tote Bag
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) has been one of the best gifts I've been given as a mom. Right after Riley was adopted, I was talking with a dear friend, Jen Steele, and sharing with her how out of touch I felt with all things toddler. She told me about a group she had...
Date Night Ideas Jar
This easy to make Date Night Ideas Jar is a sweet gift for any couple. A few weeks ago, I was at the At Home stores event in Phoenix. Phoenix has such a fun group of bloggers! I love that when I attend events, I see my friends who support each other and encourage...
Saying goodbye (and graduation gift ideas)
Saying goodbye can be heartbreaking. I hope sharing these beautiful graduation gift ideas will help you look back and remember the good times. My sweet Julia is now old enough to have friends leaving for college. As I sat at the graduation Mass and ceremony, I was...
Day of the Dead Party Ideas {Roundup}
A few weeks ago, dear friends and I got together and put together a Day of the Dead party. I shared a few of the ideas with you already, but these talented ladies have added more tutorials for you and I wanted to be sure you had all of them in one place! Day of the...
Day of the Dead Mask Printable
Hi everyone! Today, I'm going to share with a very easy Day of the Dead Mask, for all ages! Day of the Dead (Spanish: DÃa de Muertos) is a Mexican holiday observed around the world. The holiday focuses on gatherings of family and friends to pray for and remember...