Are you looking for a fun gift that you and the kids can make for dad? This Our Dad Rocks Picture Frame Father's Day Gift is the perfect gift to craft and give to the special dad in your life. This simple enough that the kids can help, it takes less than 10 minutes and cost less than $10. Check out our Facebook Live video to see how we made this sweet gift for dad, Our Dad Rocks Picture Frame Facebook Live Video Or, keep reading below for the full step-by-step … [Read more...]
Activity Advent Calendar
December 7, 2012 by · 2 Comments
I have a confession...I love advent calendars! As a kid there is something so magical about the anticipation of Christmas and as a kid counting down just makes the holiday season that much more fun. We have several advent calendars, but I couldn't resist making one more.I adored Little Lucy Lu's version, but decided to include Christmas themed activities as part of ours. I used "library pockets" and covered them with holiday scrapbook paper I had on hand for the daily countdown envelopes. I … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Pie Play Dough
November 22, 2012 by · 6 Comments
I wanted to create some activities that would keep the kiddos entertained for a while on Thanksgiving day. I decided to create a kit full of creative activities for our kids Thanksgiving table, including pumpkin pie play dough. Homemade play dough is easy to make and you can add seasonal spices that fit with your holiday or theme. I used our old classic play dough recipe and simply added pumpkin pie spice to make it smell just like the real thing. Recipe 1 cup flour 1/2 cup … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Kids Table
November 20, 2012 by · 1 Comment
The kids table at Thanksgiving is the place to be, especially with these darling printables from Whimsically Detailed. I wanted to create Thanksgiving Kids Table to keep the kids entertained and happy throughout the day. I started by setting up a "kids zone" in the backyard since our weather is typically perfect for being outside on Thanksgiving. I used hay bales as seating and also set up a small treat table on one. At each place setting there is a brown craft gable box filled with fun … [Read more...]
Summertime Activities
June 20, 2012 by · 2 Comments
Today is the first official day of summer and while we have been enjoying warm weather for a few months now it's always fun to celebrate the "official" first day with special events or activities. I am a sucker for creating memories and traditions with my kiddos and today I thought I would share some great summertime activities that are sure to bring giggles galore! On a hot summer day nothing beats playing in the sprinklers, and this kid's car wash takes it to the next level. Easy to make and … [Read more...]
Summer Camp
June 18, 2012 by · 1 Comment
I'm excited to be hanging out today over at Design Dazzle as a summer camp counselor. Come stop by and see my Naturally Fun Bucket inspired by nature and sure to keep your kids busy in the great outdoors! … [Read more...]
Naturally Fun Bucket
June 8, 2012 by · 5 Comments
We recently went camping and while the kids found lots of things to keep them busy and spent countless hours pretending in the woods there were moments where I heard the dreaded "We're bored." Since we have several camping trips coming up this summer I decided I better be prepared. So the idea for the Naturally Fun Bucket came to life. I've even created some fun FREE printables for you to download and create your very own Naturally Fun Bucket. Camping, trips to the beach, hiking and … [Read more...]
Peanut Butter and Honey Play Dough
June 7, 2012 by · 4 Comments
One of my favorite things about planning parties is figuring out how to keep the guest entertained and incorporating the theme. I was so excited when I found a recipe for Peanut Butter and Honey Play Dough in a pamphlet the bee farmer gave me, when I purchased honey from for the party. Not only did it incorporate the theme, it would provide lots of fun for the guest at the party and double as a party favor they could take home! Are you planning a bee themed party, or just looking for a … [Read more...]
Create. Dream. Play. Art Party
May 9, 2012 by · 9 Comments
Art inspires creativity, imagination and lots of colorful fun. That is why I decided to host a Create. Dream. Play. Art Party play date with some of our dear friends and let the creativity flow. One of my favorite play dates was an art activity we did a few years ago with an old sheet, paint and spray bottles. I decided to make an ordinary play date extraordinary with the free Lots-O-Dots printables from Piggy Bank Parties. To create a memorable afternoon with your kiddos all you … [Read more...]
Toilet Paper Frankenstien
October 12, 2010 by · 2 Comments
It has been a while since I have shared any of the kids projects we have done, and today we did a super cute one so I thought I would show it off. I got this idea from the very creative Allie at No Time for Flash Cards.I didn't take any before or during pictures (I was trying to keep my little ones from painting everything in site) so make sure you check out Allie's step by step instructions, here.I gathered some toilet paper rolls and the supplies and set up a table outside. The kids painted … [Read more...]
