This post was sponsored by Sparkling Ice as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. Halloween might be all wrapped up, but it's still very much fall and it definitely still calls for cute and easy pumpkin decor for your porch! Some of the trees in my front yard have just started to turn the beautiful fall colors we expect and I was so excited to put together a fun little project where I could use them in decorating my front porch. … [Read more...]
DIY Jack-O-Lantern Candy Bucket
Every year when Halloween starts coming around I start thinking about what our plans will be. It's always an internal battle for me. On one hand I want to go around with my family and see my kids enjoying Halloween. I want to see them trick-or-treat and enjoying their childhood. Being able to trick-or-treat only lasts a few short years so I want to see it. BUT on the other hand it's always really cold and so staying home passing out candy doesn't seem like a bad idea either. Plus, since we are … [Read more...]
Lunch Box Pumpkin Surprise
I love putting fun things in my kid’s lunchboxes. I try to be a fun mom like that. Whether it be notes or special treats, I like to let them know that they are extra special to their momma. Holidays provide so many opportunities to do this. It’s fun to have a specific theme in mind. Today I have a little tutorial for you. The Lunch Box Pumpkin Surprise! I love these pumpkins because I don’t have to go out and buy special treats or candy to make a cute holiday treat. I can use whatever I … [Read more...]
Fingerprint Frankenstein Halloween Craft
This post contains Amazon affiliate links. I will receive a small commission if you purchase through those links. I LOVE crafts that only take a few minutes to complete. Easy crafts that my kids can do in a few minutes are even better. This darling Fingerprint Frankenstein Halloween Craft is fun because not only is it quick but when your kids make it, it'll be a cute keepsake of their little fingerprints. Supplies needed: Green craft paint or stamp pad White card stock or craft … [Read more...]
15 Fun Halloween Crafts for Kids
My kids have already started asking to do many Halloween crafts. As a result I have scoured the internet and Pinterest looking for cute ideas. Here is a list of great Halloween Crafts for Kids! Some may require a little adult help or set up but that's fun family bonding time. Paper Bag Crafts – Artsy Momma Floating Window Bats – The Jenny Evolution DIY Halloween Glitter Witch’s Broomsticks – Ann’s Entitled Life Boo Burlap Wreath – The Frugal Navy Wife DIY Ruby Slippers – Ann’s … [Read more...]
Easy Halloween Candy Corn Craft
Halloween is a big deal at my house. Not only is it one of my kids favorite holidays, for obvious reasons, we also have a birthday near Halloween so we try to go all out. One of the cutest and easiest ways to decorate for Halloween are these darling yarn candy corn decorations. This easy craft will only take about 30 minutes, cost less than $20 and only involves 3 items: foam cones yarn hot glue To start the wrapping of the cones hold the yarn on the cone with a finger and wrap … [Read more...]
Emoji Puppet Craft
Get your smile on (or sunglasses, or kissy face, or winky face, or whatever emoji you are feeling) with this darling emoji puppet craft. This craft is fun because your kids can really express their creativity (and emotions) and it can be completely personalized. This is also a great craft because it uses cheap supplies and only a few steps. This is a perfect toddler craft if the face pieces are pre-cut. Here we go! Supplies: Yellow paper plates Felt of different colors (coordinating … [Read more...]
4th of July Firework Blocks
I enjoy doing crafts but I am not the best at making them. I try to stick to quick and easy crafts. With having 4 young kids I need to be able to start and finish my crafts in a short period of time so I can do it without too much hassle from the kids. These 4th of July Firework Blocks fit my requirements and are super cute! I recently decided that I loved these block so much that I am manufacturing them to sell in a craft kit! Buy Now Make it yourself: Red, White and Blue … [Read more...]
3 Star String Art Tutorial
I love getting ready for patriotic holidays and making cute decorations for my home. Here is an intermediate tutorial for a 3 Star String Art decoration. Hang it outside on your porch or lean it indoors on your fireplace mantel. Where ever you put it, it'll be an impressive piece of decor. Materials: Embroidery Floss --1 each of red, white and blue Nails with nail head. --I'm using wire nails I picked up at Wal-Mart. A 2 oz package of 3/4" nails. Tack Hammer or Regular Hammer Wood … [Read more...]
Patriotic Star Shirt
I love dressing my whole family for different holidays. With the 4th of July (or any patriotic holiday) it's really easy to do because anything with red, white and blue counts. Here is a simple Patriotic Star Shirt step by step tutorial. There still time to quickly make this before you set out for your 4th of July plans. Supplies: Iron-on fabric sheets, or iron on vinyl White t-shirt 1" & 2" Stars Iron Pencil Fabric scissors Directions: 1. Iron your shirt 2. Trace your … [Read more...]
No Sew Flag Onesie
For this cute project I decided to combine a pinterest inspiration with the desire to send my newest niece a present and BAM, out came the No Sew Flag Onesie (of course you can adapt this into a shirt). What you need: Onesie (or shirt) Red rick rack Blue and white polka dot ribbon Fabric Glue Directions: Since you may be using a different size onesie or shirt than I did, the best advice is to eye-ball how big you want the flag. Cut two shorter length of rick rack and 3 … [Read more...]
DIY Container Catch Game
I'm currently in the thick of planning a white elephant gift exchange party for some friends. While I'm planning food, activities, seating, the guest list and everything else that I need to think of for the adults, I'm also trying to think of activities for the kids. While the plan is for this to be an adult only party, I do realize some of my friends will be bringing their children (and hey, I have four kids that will be here too) so I'm making a list of activities for them to do as well (in … [Read more...]
Paper Bag Summer Scrapbook
This post contains affiliate links. Those hot and oh so enjoyable days of summer are bearing down on us. There are 2 things that we usually want for our kids, especially in summer, to give them fun experiences and that they remember them long after school is back in session. A simple Paper Bag Summer Scrapbook covers both of those. It is inexpensive, gives them a place to record their favorite memories of the summer, and of course easy and fun to make! If you have a particularly busy summer or … [Read more...]
Paint Chip Crafts
My favorite crafts are ones that my kids can do mostly independently, are cheap, don't make a huge mess, are creative and produce a darling outcome. I have assembled a series of paint chip crafts that exactly fit the bill. Not only are these crafts cute and easy, they are extremely cheap since paint chips can be picked up for free at many stores. Paint Chip Crafts First up are a bunch of cute animals! Make a paint chip farm by making the Pig, and Cow. Or build your own paint chip zoo with … [Read more...]
Jellyfish Paper Craft
The theme of our summer break has been crafts. We have been crafting up a storm at home and going to a lot of craft classes in the community. The trick to this being fun for the whole family (read MOM) is that the crafts are easy enough to be completed without very many instructions and easy enough for my 3 year old. Cheap crafts are always welcome, and this definitely fits in that category. Not to mention it will make a ton of them, so it's crafting for a long while. As I was thumbing … [Read more...]
