Have your kids already gone back to school? And if they havent, are you ready for Back to School? I’ve put together a big list of all the best Lunchbox Hacks to help you prepare you for Back to School! I’d also love for you to share your favorite Lunchbox Hacks! Just leave a comment with your favorite tips & tricks!! Lunch boxes: My kids … [Read more...]
Summer Time Fun……SLIME!!!!
Slime is all the rage right now where we live. My kids ask Daily to make slime. This makes a great rainy summer day activity inside and will keep them busy for hours!!! Here is what you need: Elmer's White School Glue or Glitter Glue 1.5 Tsp of Baking Soda 3 Tbsp of Contact Lens Solution Couple drops of your choice food coloring Mix together … [Read more...]
We Made it by Jennifer Garner Craft sets up to 75% OFF
It looks like the We Made it by Jennifer Garner Craft Sets up to 75% OFF online at Joanns At te top of the page, youll also see a banner for $1.99 shipping on any size order! Head on over and check out the cute craft sets at Joanns … [Read more...]
Jack O’ Lantern Treat Cups – K Cup Upcycle
These fun treat cups are not only a great way to up cycle your discarded K-cups but they are a perfect sized treat to hand out to trick or treaters, your childs classmates, or to family and neighbors. It is easy enough that the children can take part in creating it- how fun are handmade gifts? Drop in a battery operated tea light from the dollar … [Read more...]
The New Cricut Explore: It Can Make just about ANYTHING! My new Go-To for Crafts
So first off, let me preface this with the fact that I had never used a Cricut myself and it was a brand new experience, I am still learning. But I was quite excited to have the opportunity to review the new Cricut Explore. This little thing is like a mystery magic machine to someone like me who is only moderately crafty ;) First off, right when … [Read more...]
Washi Tape School Supplies, Great Back to School Teacher Gift Idea!
These fun Washi taped school and office supplies make an adorable Teacher gift for back to school. Inexpensive items paired with a pretty role of Washi tape or two go from boring to beautiful coordinated desk set in just a few minutes. They also make a nice custom accent for your home office. A nice pen for teacher and coordinating pencils to lend … [Read more...]
Three Little Mermaids: Snacks, Activities, and Crafts, Part 2: Crafts
Three Little Mermaids is a fun board book for toddlers through early elementary, check out my post on snacks to go along with the book here. This post is going to focus on crafts to go along with the book or any mermaid theme you want to do. Mermaid Peg Doll I bought a 5 pack of unfinished wood pegs from Hobby Lobby for about $3.50. They are a … [Read more...]
Coconut Scented Sand Play Dough
Sand Playdough Close your eyes while you are molding this play dough and you will swear you are at the beach on the sand, breezes carrying the heady scent of Hawaiian Tropic to you while you create amazing sandcastles near the ocean.... ok maybe its not that transporting but its pretty fun to play with anyway. Warning- This play dough smells so … [Read more...]
Three Little Mermaids: Snacks, Activities, and Crafts, Part 1: Snacks
With 3 months of vacation peeking over the horizon you are going to have kids looking to you for fun summer activities. If you want to keep the learning going while having a great time, book based fun is the way to go! You can create fun snacks, activities, and craft projects to support any book. If you have a little one who is mermaid crazed I … [Read more...]
Dr. Seuss: Are You My Mother? Snacks, Activities and Crafts, Part 1: Snacks
One of the most beloved books from the Dr. Seuss collection (Written by P.D.Eastman), Are You My Mother? is a simple sweet story about a little bird who has been separated from his mom and goes on an adventure to find her. To go along with the book I have put together some fun activities, snacks, and art projects to make it a really fun … [Read more...]