We still have a few more days until Christmas…time for a few more kids crafts! Here’s how to make a Tissue Paper Wreath: You’ll need tissue paper paper plate scissors glue Cut out the center of the plate so it looks like a wreath. Glue scrunched up pieces of tissue paper all around until it’s … Read more
I knitted and crocheted gifts for everyone in my family this year. Besides my parents, I have 2 sisters, 3 brothers, 3 nieces, and 1 nephew. My wrists are a bit sore… But I love how everything turned out. These are some of my favorites: Chloe Cap Fingerless Gloves Crocheted Earwarmer A KnitKid Pattern (From … Read more
Congrats to Vanilla Joy’s winner – Nadine! This is a sponsored review from BlogHer and MasterCard MarketPlace. THE PRIZE BlogHer is giving away a $100 MasterCard gift card to one lucky reader! MY REVIEW MasterCard MarketPlace – A Smarter Way to Shop Online I did a little better this year at doing some of my … Read more
This cookie won me the Prettiest Cookie prize at the annual Cookie Swap party I attend every year, it’s that pretty. And yummy too! Here’s the recipe that will surely impress especially your kids: HOLIDAY STARS 1 c. sugar 1/2 c. butter 1/4 c. shortening 1 t. vanilla 2 eggs 2 1/2 c. flour 1 … Read more
I have posted about these several times before, but appliqued bath towels are one of my favorite gifts to give. They’re so fun and easy and adorable! (These templates are from Life is a Beach and Create a Critter cartridges.) If you’ve never cut fabric with your Cricut, watch my video to learn how: I … Read more
I realize these Christmas gift ideas are coming too late to really be helpful, but I just got them all finished up, so hopefully they can help you next year! Bottled sweets are a great gift idea – I gave out apple pie filling to three of my favorite friends. You could also do spaghetti … Read more
THE PRIZE One reader will win three great toys from Melissa & Doug: Stacking Construction Vehicles ($20) Magnetic Habitats Sets ($20) Stamp & Sort Mailbox ($30) MY REVIEW Since I’ve become a mother, Melissa & Doug toys are the ones I covet most. These classic children’s toys are sturdy, stimulating, and FUN for kids. This … Read more
THE PRIZE One reader will win a: PLAYSKOOL WEEBLES Musical Treehouse Playset (18 months+) AND A PLAYSKOOL EXPLORE `N GROW MUSICAL GEAR CENTER Playset (9 months+) MY REVIEW Weebles Musical Treehouse If you’ haven’t heard…WEEBLES ARE BACK! I was born in the 80s and unfortunately didn’t get to enjoy Weebles as a kid. If you … Read more
Here’s another great toddler Christmas project! Elliot and Gus have both loved all these fun projects, and I’m sure your kids will too. Here’s what you need to make your very own snow globe: glue gun baby food jar with lid glitter ribbon small ornament or other Christmas figurine Glue the ribbon around the rim … Read more
A little late, we finally got around to making a candy advent calendar for the kids. This is my favorite idea ever, it’s so easy and SO BEAUTIFUL too. Here’s what you need: Plastic Wrap Small candy (Hershey’s Kisses work great) Curling Ribbon Christmas Scriptures or sayings (one for each day) Cut the scriptures apart … Read more