How many of you count down to Christmas? I do, every.single.year. I am like a little kid when it comes to Christmas, and my kids are just as excited as I am, if not more. There is something so magical about counting down the days until Santa arrives, the anticipation is half the fun. Make it easier to count down with these DIY Christmas Countdown Advent Calendar Ideas! You can do it as a countdown, or make it even more special and create an advent calendar full of fun little candies, toys, and … [Read more...]
Candy Corn Countdown
September 21, 2017 by · 2 Comments
“Trick or Treat, Trick or Treat, Trick for Treat for Halloween! Better give a treat that’s good to eat if you want to keep life serene!” I loved that Disney song as a little girl, it always made me look forward to Halloween. All the fun activities, like apple picking, decorating and pumpkin carving. There’s the excitement of making your own costume, hayrides, corn mazes and of course, the candy--lots and lots of candy. There’s so much excitement, kids can hardly wait. Well, why … [Read more...]
No Bake Candy Birthday Cake
May 3, 2017 by · 1 Comment
Do you have a celebration coming up that you need a cake for? This is the easiest 4 tier birthday cake you will ever make, and makes a great focal point at any celebration! Today I've teamed up with FloraCraft to show you how to create this fun and colorful no bake candy birthday cake! When I received my cake form for this project I had lots of ideas swirling around in my head. I had a teacher appreciation idea, a Father's Day gift, Mother's Day centerpiece and in the end my … [Read more...]
25 Carrot Themed Recipes and Crafts for Easter
March 9, 2017 by · 4 Comments
Easter is just a month away, and I am so excited. I love Easter and all of the traditions that go with it, like Easter egg hunt parties, new Easter outfits for church, and confetti egg! There are so many ways to celebrate Easter, and many of us like to gather with our loved ones, feast on delicious food, have egg hunts with the kids, and just be together. Inspired by the Easter bunny himself, and his favorite food I have rounded up 25 Carrot Themed Recipes and Crafts for Easter. … [Read more...]
30+ Kids Valentine Printables
February 7, 2017 by · 1 Comment
With Valentine's day being just a week away, I thought I would put together 30+ Kids Valentine Printables for my readers! If you're a procrastinator like me, that's ok. I have you covered with lots of adorable ideas and free printables, all you need is a little bit of time and a printer. It is a great way to spend an afternoon with your children, and the best part is that the Valentines are semi-homemade. It'll show there was a lot of love put into them. ALL the printables here are FREE and … [Read more...]
Sweet Shoppe Birthday Party
January 19, 2017 by · Leave a Comment
Gumdrops, lollipops and fun galore - just wait to you see what a sweet celebration we have in store! I have been waiting for months to share this adorable Sweet Shoppe Birthday Party I planned for a dear friend and her twin girls 1st birthday. Turning one is fun, but it's even sweeter when you're celebrating two birthdays at once! I am so excited to finally share this Sweet Shoppe Birthday Party I created for Oriental Trading with you. You can get all the details for the party and DIY … [Read more...]
Winter Bingo Activity in a Jar
January 4, 2017 by · 3 Comments
Our winter has been all over the place this year. One day it's a beautiful, clear day with lots of sunshine and temperatures in the 70s. The next it's a blustery, cold day with temperatures in the 30s. They say if you don't like the weather in Texas just wait a minute, it will change. When the weather gets too darn cold to play outside, I can keep the kids entertained inside with this fun Winter Bingo Activity in a Jar. I teamed up with Oriental Trading to create this fun activity that you … [Read more...]
Elf on the Shelf Ideas
December 1, 2016 by · 5 Comments
Do you have an Elf on the Shelf? What kind of crazy shenanigans has your Elf gotten himself into? I have seen so many awesome and creative ways that people have placed their Elves, and I thought I would share some of my favorite ideas so that YOU can have some new ideas for your own Elf. We could all use a little bit of help in the creative department, especially if you have kids who remember little details from last year and you need 25-30 NEW ideas. There are quite a few Elf on the Shelf Ideas … [Read more...]
Kids Thanksgiving Table Ideas
November 14, 2016 by · Leave a Comment
Thanksgiving isn’t just for the adults! There are so many Kids Thanksgiving Table Ideas, from tablescapes to crafts! Having the kids help you in the kitchen with cute treats, making centerpieces, and decorating the table is a great way to teach them all about giving Thanks and being blessed. I know I definitely feel blessed when I spend quality time with the kids, and it helps you keep your sanity on Thanksgiving Day. I shared this really cute Whoo’s Thankful Kids’ Thanksgiving Table several … [Read more...]
Leftover Halloween Candy Recipes
October 20, 2016 by · 2 Comments
Every year, it never fails, the kids come home with overflowing bags of candy on Halloween night! Even if we don't stay out trick-or-treating long, they still end up with so much candy. Or I end up buying lots of candy on sale after Halloween. Instead of sneaking candies out of the kids' trick or treat bags this year, have them hop into the kitchen with you and create some extraordinary treats with the extra Halloween candy. These Leftover Halloween Candy Recipes are out of this world delicious! … [Read more...]
