easy marshmallow catapults {summer fun for kids}
So, I occasionally have moments as a mom where I think “that was perfect. I’m a genius.” Like the time I got the child who’d been awake screaming for two hours with an ear infection to settle down...
View ArticleDIY pvc pipe rocket launcher
Hi all. Before we get to today’s tutorial I want to let you know I’m participating in a fun guest post extravanganza hosted by Sugar Bee Crafts. Every day for the next few weeks she’s linking to four...
View ArticleHalloween recipe: spooky spiderweb sugar cookies
***Don’t forget to enter the HUGE craft box giveaway. The blog giveaway ends 9/18 at midnight MST but the facebook giveaway ends tonight, 9/16 at midnight!*** A few years ago my mom was visiting during...
View Articleeasy DIY thank you cards with metallic Sharpies
This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group™ and Sharpie, but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #StaplesSharpie http://cmp.ly/3/8vNxcO. Kids don’t want...
View Article20 best indoor kid crafts and activities for rainy days
So every year about this time winter starts getting REALLY OLD. Am I right? Everyone’s tired of snow and cold and the kids are super tired of being stuck inside (and I’m tired of hearing them tell me...
View ArticleValentine’s Day card to make with your kids
This year will be my five year old’s first Valentine’s Day at school, and he’s heard a lot about what to expect from his big brothers. He keeps saying things to me like: “Did you know there’s this...
View Articletotally awesome DIY LEGO Easter eggs
Time for another mom confession: dyeing Easter eggs is not high on my list of favorite activities. In fact, dyeing eggs is kinda fraught with problems, if you ask me, at least when you have lots of...
View Article20 adorable Easter crafts easy enough for kids
I’ve mentioned before that I don’t decorate much for holidays, but one thing I do like to do for each big holiday is spend some time crafting with my kids. I like projects that are fairly easy and...
View Articlehow to get organized with a school memory binder (updated!)
Every year about this time my kids start bringing home loads of papers and pictures from school. They often end up with an entire binder full drawings, reports, etc., for each school year. By the time...
View Articlecereal box monster jaws | fun & easy big kids’ craft
I wish I could say I spend every summer afternoon sitting next to my kids, doing crafts or reading books. The truth is that some days by the time 2 o’clock rolls around I’m worn out from the running...
View Articlefrosted graham crackers + the best chocolate frosting recipe
One of our favorite quick treats is frosted graham crackers. They’re perfect for when you’re craving something tastier than store-bought cookies but don’t want to spend time baking. We use an easy...
View Articlefun and easy Fourth of July crafts for kids
With the Fourth of July coming up in a few weeks, I spent some time searching out fun and easy kids crafts to help celebrate. Each of these ideas use simple, every day supplies, and would be perfect...
View Articlepizza wafflewich {easy recipe kids can make}
I have entered a phase of life people have been warning me about for years: the time when my teenage boys will begin eating me out of house and home. Technically, I only have one teenager, but two more...
View ArticleHalloween recipe: spooky spiderweb sugar cookies
A few years ago my mom was visiting during October, and she showed us how to make these spiderweb sugar cookies. They’re perfect for making with your kids during the Halloween season. The spiderweb...
View ArticleMake a kids’ marshmallow launcher {aka marshmallow catapult}
In today’s post: Teach your kids how to make a marshmallow launcher, aka the marshmallow catapult. So, I occasionally have moments as a mom where I think “that was perfect. I’m a genius.” Like the time...
View ArticleEasy felt monsters: perfect beginner sewing project!
In today’s post: These cute felt monsters are a great way to teach your kids to sew – they’re the perfect beginner sewing project! I first shared the pattern for these little felt monsters six years...
View ArticleDIY felt baby Jesus ornament + wood manger ornament
DIY felt baby Jesus ornament + wood manger ornament In today’s post: Learn how to make a sweet felt Baby Jesus ornament and an easy wooden manger ornament. How to make a felt baby Jesus ornament Begin...
View Articletollhouse cookie recipe printable for kids {illustrated w/photos}
tollhouse cookie recipe printable for kids {illustrated w/photos} A lot of cookies get made at our house. I try not to keep track of how quickly we go through the huge Costco sized bag of chocolate...
View ArticleDIY pvc pipe rocket launcher
DIY pvc pipe rocket launcher Hi all. Before we get to today’s tutorial I want to let you know I’m participating in a fun guest post extravanganza hosted by Sugar Bee Crafts. Every day for the next few...
View ArticleHalloween recipe: spooky spiderweb sugar cookies
Halloween recipe: spooky spiderweb sugar cookies A few years ago my mom was visiting during October, and she showed us how to make these spiderweb sugar cookies. They’re perfect for making with your...
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