Making of a Mom was started in January of 2012. It was my third attempt at blogging and one I’ve really enjoyed and decided to stick with. Making of a Mom has certainly grown over these years. Just this week I got a brand new color scheme, but I’ve been through multiple templates, styles and colors.
My goal is to continue to connect with Mom’s who are facing the daily grind of family life, just like I am. We are in the thick of it and surviving! I hope to continue to grow and help as much as I can in 2018!
Popular Posts
Some of my most popular posts from the last year are:
6 Places Not to Miss in Alaska
100 Chores your Kids can do for an Allowance
4 Easy Steps to Cutting on the Silhouette
My favorite topics to have written about are definitely holiday themed crafts and recipes. I also love to travel and enjoy those posts, as well as product reviews of things that really help family life go a little bit smoother.
I’ve enjoyed the journey and hope you have too. Thank you, thank you for making my blog possible. So let’s have a good time with a $50 Paypal CASH giveaway in honor of you, my favorite readers!! Winner will be verified, emailed and have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen. This giveaway is open WORLDWIDE since it’s a Paypal prize!
Good luck!
Nicole Rupp says
I enjoy product review posts and find them helpful and I enjoy seeing travel posts as well. Truthfully, all posts are great. The post that really spoke to me was back from your trip to Austria/Venice and your love of The Sound of Music. I too have wanted to visit there ever since seeing that movie. So it was fun living vicariously through your post 🙂
James Robert says
I like the recipe posts like this one of Saturday’s Chicken Recipe
Ann Fantom says
I liked the “3 Easy Cookie Hacks” post
Cynthia C says
I like this post
https://makingofamom.com/diy-container-catch-game/
Cynthia C says
I commented on the Container Catch Game post.
Jillian Too says
I like your posts about tips for traveling with kids like this one: https://makingofamom.com/tips-road-trips-kids/
Jillian Too says
And happy 6th!
Amy Heffernan says
I just love your free printables section. I have done alot for my kids!
Cheryl B says
I enjoy your travel posts. They help me plan what I would like to see.
Elena says
One of my favorite posts is this one: https://makingofamom.com/how-to-start-meal-planning/
Elena says
I commented on this post: https://makingofamom.com/how-to-start-meal-planning/#comment-134268
Margaret Smith says
The info on 10 Things I wish I knew before taking a disney cruise post was very helpful to us.
Janet W. says
I really like your recipe posts. My favorite is your Baked Spaghetti Pie post!
Janet W. says
Commented on non-giveaway post as Janet W.
https://makingofamom.com/giant-ginger-cookies/#comment-134272
beth shepherd says
Oreo O’s Treats looks so yummy!
Natalie says
I love your recipe posts and my favorite is the Grilled Chicken Bruschetta with Homemade Pico de Gallo recipe. I have made it several times and love it!
Natalie says
I commented on this post: https://makingofamom.com/oreo-os-treats/#comment-134278
Daniel M says
the giveaways
Calvin says
I like the recipes, like the cookies, definitely the sugar cookie latest one
James Robert says
comment https://makingofamom.com/diy-container-catch-game/
Morgan Stewart says
I really love the Oreo O’s Treats recipe post!
Jeremy McLaughlin says
I like the travel posts on the site.
Laurence Price says
The recipe posts are good. Very informative.
Erin N says
This is my favourite post: https://makingofamom.com/how-to-start-meal-planning/ I found it so very helpful! thank you 🙂
Stephanie Z says
My favorite post is the Saturday’s Chicken Recipe. I commented on it!
paige chandler says
My fave post is 10 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Took a Disney Cruise
Julie Matek says
I love the 100 chores your kids can do for allowance.
Kate F. says
I like your recipe and travel posts.
Mary Beth Elderton says
6 years! Congrats! I have been a follower for much of that time. Over the years I have enjoyed crafting with my grand-girls and have used your site for ideas. Of course I am also into recipes. Right now I am looking at your Emoji Pops! Thanks.
Linda Madden says
I enjoy your recipes! And your giveaways.
Shelly Parker says
My favorites are the crafts 🙂
Carly S says
I loved reading some of your recipes. The one I’m going to try is the Grilled Very Berry Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwich. Looks divine 🙂
Marlene V says
We love taking road trip with our kids. I read your article: 5 Tips to Maximize Your Summer Road Trip
Thanks for some great tips!
Pauline Milner says
I read almost all of your posts and I really enjoyed Disneyland 60th Diamond Anniversary Celebration. Thanks for the super giveaway opportunity!
Molli Taylor says
i enjoyed the post on hershey park. we are going this spring and have not been in some time!
JUdy hunting says
the travel tips one is excellent. With 2 small children travelling is horrible
Rachelle says
I enjoyed reading about your family’s travels, especially the mission trip to Hawaii. Always good to give back and have educational experiences during vacation.
Christina Sparks says
I like the Preparing to Become a Caregiver article.
Alex Montana says
Weekly Meal Planner. Always looking for new ideas
Jennylyn Gross says
The recipe blogs
Amy Deeter says
My favorite blog post is the product review section
Susan Smith says
The travel section especially 6 Places Not to Miss in Alaska because we are planning to go on an Alaskan cruise.
Julie Hansen says
I enjoy all of your posts! Thank you for sharing and the great giveaway!
Fiona N says
My favorite blog post on Making of a Mom is product reviews and giveaways 🙂
Thank You for the chance!
Deborah Cochran says
I love your free printables. I print them out not only for myself and family but co-workers. When we’re not busy at work, we love coloring them!
Dawn Monzu says
I have always loved crafts, so I love the “Craft Stick Octopus Craft”. I was able to do this with my 5-year-old granddaughter, and she had a blast with it! Thank you for your awesome blog!
Christy Peeples DuBois says
I commented on the following non giveaway post:
https://makingofamom.com/oreo-os-treats/#comment-134329
CJ Queen says
The giveaways
Tammy K says
Thanks for the chance.
Allison Swain says
I like your How to Cover Your Light Switch Covers post.
Thank you for the nice giveaway!
Kate Sarsfield says
Oh, it’s got to be the one about having lots of fun with jelly! Hair dye? Who knew?
https://makingofamom.com/10-alternative-uses-jello/
Kate Sarsfield says
I commented on: https://makingofamom.com/10-alternative-uses-jello/#comment-134339
Rosie says
Happy blogaversary! I love the post 10 Alternative Uses for Jello!!!
Rosie says
I commented on your post ‘Parachute Printable Valentine Card.’
Carissa Joslyn says
I’m new here but i I like all of the crafts! the container catch game looks fun!
Carissa Joslyn says
Commented on the https://makingofamom.com/diy-container-catch-game/ post!
Victoria Scott says
The Meal Planner and Recipes!
Teresa kunberger says
I love your reviews your always honest and very insightful
Julie Bolduc says
I like the 3 Easy Cookie Hacks
Sarah Hayes says
I love your travel posts, esp 6 Places Not to Miss in Alaska.
Sarah Hayes says
I commented on A City Girl’s Guide to Ranch Enjoyment
DeAnna Keller says
I am a big fan of your recipes! I have already tried the Grilled Peanut Butter and Jelly sandwiches (why didn’t I think of that?) and the Baked Spaghetti so far.
Courtney says
The weekly meal planning is great. I could use all the help I can get!
W L says
This giveaway!
Sally Gearhart says
I really like the Perler Bead Pokemon Poke Ball Post. Such a cute idea and my son would definitely love it.
shelly peterson says
I like your great recipe posts.
Sandra Watts says
I don’t know about favorite post but my favorite section is your free printables. My grand kids love them.
Sandra Watts says
Commented on your DIY post.
https://makingofamom.com/pretty-light-plates/#comment-134373
natasha Lamoreux says
I love all the recipes but my kids especially love the Grilled Very Berry Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwich.
Julie Bolduc says
I like the Valentine’s gift guide I always have a hard time with gifts
DB says
I really like your Paint Chip Crafts post.
DB says
I commented on your Valentine’s Day Treat Jar post.
AJ T. says
I like a lot of the stuff that isn’t a promotion.
Rosie says
I commented on Giant Ginger Cookies!!! Yum!
Francine Anchondo says
How to start Meal planning
MaryAnn says
My favorite blog post is 10 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Took a Disney Cruise.
MaryAnn says
I commented on Parachute Printable Valentine Card.
Bridget Calfee says
Container Catch Game post
Lisasays says
Your travel posts are great. Especially loved your review of the Four Seasons in Vail, Colorado.
Jo-Ann Brightman says
I love your recipes and the 100 Chores kids can do posts.
Susan P. says
My favorite blog post is https://makingofamom.com/visiting-the-bahamas/. I lived in Freeport, GBI for many years and being a tourist is different than living on one of the islands.
Jo-Ann Brightman says
I commented on the post: 100 Chore Chart Ideas for Kids to Earn an Allowance
Toni Sprouse says
I really enjoyed your Silhouette Machine Tips, I hope to own one someday. Thanks for such a great blog!!
Adriane says
I like your recipe posts – would never have thought to grill a PB&J!
Helen says
I like to bake, so I like your recipe posts. And, 3 Easy Cookie Hacks is one of my favorites.
Krista M says
My favorite post is Fallsview Indoor Waterpark – Niagara Falls. Would love to take my kids one day!
Edye says
I like your recipe posts! 🙂
Nikolina Vukelic says
My favorite blog post on Making of a Mom is Quick and Easy Recipes & Freezer Meals
Stephanie Grant says
I have been loving the free printable section, I use it on the reg! I’m also really fond of your craft posts as well.
Tami Vollenweider says
I like your recipe ideas!! Love the Butternut Squash Lasagna Recipe!!
Dana Rodriguez says
I too love recipes. I actually made the Baked Spaghetti Pie and it was delicious!
Kara Vaughan Marks says
Happy BD to your blog! I always love recipe posts and esp. like this one: https://makingofamom.com/giant-ginger-cookies/
Laras Savitri says
i like your recipe post!
Falon Lofley says
Grilled Very Berry Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwich is my favorite post!
Falon Lofley says
https://makingofamom.com/18762/#comment-134445
Lynda Del says
I like ’10 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Took a Disney Cruise’
Alan Cechvala says
I Really enjoy your travel blog posts. Tips on traveling in cold weather was very helpful
Brian says
https://makingofamom.com/giant-ginger-cookies/
Oh yeah, these are going to be good!
Jorge Granda says
6 Places Not to Miss in Alaska
Jorge Granda says
My favorite post is 6 Places Not to Miss in Alaska.
Krista M says
Commented on non-giveaway post here: https://makingofamom.com/saturdays-chicken-recipe/#comment-134454
Janice Cooper says
My favorite blog post is – the Saturday chicken recipe. We have chicken at least once a week and I use cream of chicken soup – https://makingofamom.com/saturdays-chicken-recipe/
Janice Cooper says
Commented on Saturday chicken recipe – https://makingofamom.com/saturdays-chicken-recipe/#comment-134457
vonnie morgan says
how nice 🙂
Caryn Coates says
One of my favorite posts is https://makingofamom.com/oreo-os-treats/
Caryn Coates says
Commented on https://makingofamom.com/oreo-os-treats/#comment-134470
Carol says
My favorite is your Baked Spaghetti Pie post.
Barrie says
I enjoy your recipes! Although a new recipe, I love the giant ginger cookies! SO GOOD!
Barrie says
My comment was on the delicious Giant Ginger Cookies! A new family favorite cookie.
Germaine Harrison says
I like the recipe posts.
Rosey says
My favorite post is the Moana printables.
Tammy Dalley says
I like the post 3 Easy Cookie Hacks!!
kathy pease says
I like the post Loaded Pasta Salad it looks awesome!
https://makingofamom.com/loaded-pasta-salad/
Misty says
I really like this one & will be sharing it w/ my extended Family: https://makingofamom.com/100-chores-your-kids-can-do-for-an-allowance/.
Julie Hawkins says
I liked the post on giant ginger cookies.
Hesper Fry says
I like the post 7 Grilling Tips and Tricks to Try this Summer.
Leah Shumack says
I love your recipe posts!! Always looking for new things to try and your pictures make it look so simple!
Eileen Boyce says
I like your recipe posts. thanks
Eileen Boyce says
I like your recipe posts. thanks!
Jerry Marquardt says
I like the Giant Ginger Cookies post the most. Because it looks as delicious as it does, I can’t wait to try this special recipe out. I only hope I will be able do as good as you did in the heartwarming photos.
Jerry Marquardt says
My blog comment: https://makingofamom.com/giant-ginger-cookies/#comment-134494
Mary Gardner says
I really like all of your recipe and craft posts but one of my favorites is the Rich Homemade Hot Chocolate post.
Mary Gardner says
I commented here: https://makingofamom.com/ultimate-diy-valentine-round-up/#comment-134497
Chelle says
favorite posts are the printables; I like the about too!
Thanks
Michelle Coles says
I enjoy the Recipe posts. I am always looking for new recipes to try out!
jenna d says
I like the how to start meal planning post a lot.
Sonya Allstun says
I just love your free printables section.
Leela says
I like the recipe posts.
latanya says
How to start meal planning.
Buddy Garrett says
I like the Weekly Meal Planner.
Gina Ferrell says
My favorite posts are the recipes. I love trying new recipes for lunch or dinner. I tried the Baked Spaghetti Pie the other night and it was super easy to make.
Dana Rodriguez says
I commented on the Oreo O’s Treats recipe post.
Gina Ferrell says
I commented on this non-giveaway post: https://makingofamom.com/spaghetti-pie/#comment-134512
Holly Thomas says
Oreo O’s Treats is my favorite post, they were really good and I will continue to make them!
Betsy Barnes says
My favorite blog posts on Making of a Mom are the recipes. I love the Saturday’s Chicken Recipe!
vivian blevins says
recipe post.
Anita Jude says
I love the craft Stick Cardinal
Anita Jude says
commented on the craft Stick Cardinal
Vikki Billings says
My favorite so far is the article on 3 cookie hacks….I love any article on hacks, they are always so cool!
Tamara says
I commented here: https://makingofamom.com/pretty-light-plates/
AEKZ2 says
I like the 7 Educational Tips on Arts and Crafts (+ How to Videos) post. I especially like the origami slinky video.
Sharon Braswell says
My favorite blog post is How to start meal planning, but there are a lot more I like as well! https://makingofamom.com/how-to-start-meal-planning/
Happy 6th Birthday!! 🙂
Laurie Nykaza says
Your free printable’s are what i have used pinned them too they are so useful for my family to use
Sarah L says
My favorite posts are the giveaways.
Thanks for the contest.
Sarah L says
cmt: https://makingofamom.com/giant-ginger-cookies/#comment-134532
Sharon Braswell says
Commented on 100 Chores Your Kids Can Do For An Allowance. Love this post and list!
https://makingofamom.com/100-chores-your-kids-can-do-for-an-allowance/#comment-134534
Kristi Friesen says
I like the Grilled Very Berry Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwich post. Such a unique way to make a tried and true sandwich.
Lindsay A. says
You have so many different useful categories & posts! 😀 However, one thing that is perfect currently for me are the free printables you have because so many of them are wonderfully age-appropriate for my almost 5yo nephew! For me, I love your travel posts – especially your Venice one because I’d love to go to Italy someday!