I don’t think I know a kid who doesn’t love to make glittery, love-filled Valentine cards. It’s a fun way for them to show the people around them that they care and get to be creative at the same time. Here are some great ideas to get their hands busy and help them spread some love […]
You’ve probably heard of lots of interesting “holidays” throughout the year, but did you know that tomorrow, January 20th, is Penguin Awareness Day? It seems like a pretty silly holiday since I think most people are aware of penguins, but I thought it would be fun to look for some penguin related crafts so we […]
You all know I’m all about being frugal, but sometimes there are things that I know would be frugal but that seem overwhelming because I’ve never done them before. Redoing furniture is one of those things. I know plenty of people who have done it, but I had never tried. But then someone we knew […]
If you haven’t decorated for your big Thanksgiving dinner yet, don’t stress out! You still have plenty of time and you don’t have to spend a ton of money. Here are some pretty simple and inexpensive ways to decorate before next Thursday. Thanksgiving Decor on a Budget Thankful Placemat Give each guest a placemat and […]
Every year my husband usually has to tell me it’s too early to start putting up Christmas decorations, so I’ve learned that I can get away with putting up fall/autumn decorations (aka Thanksgiving) in October, which is okay with me. I’m already playing with ideas for this year’s mantel. Here are some of the fall mantel decor […]
Do you ever see things online or in a store and think “I could totally make that!” I had that moment once when looking through some of the One Kings Lane sales. Some really cute bird feeders caught my eye, but the price tag kind of shocked me. These look awesome, but I just can’t bring myself to […]
This DIY project is one for all ages! In less than an hour you can make a set of Yard Yahtzee with these simple instructions. Go as simple as you like or decorate them up a bit, anyway you make the set it is going to be a ton of fun to play with! Materials […]
May 27, 2020, is a huge day for the US Space Agency! This is the day Space X plans to return the US to manned space flight! To get in on the fun and help your kids find the day even more exciting I thought it would be fun to find some fun space activities that […]
Looking for something fun to do with your kids when you’re staying home? Next week is May 4th, which many people consider an unofficial Star Wars holiday (“May the ‘fourth’ be with you”… get it?). There are tons of Star Wars movies and shows you could watch to celebrate, but if you want something hands-on […]
