Okay folks, you know how I feel about creative and simple recipes! I just fell in LOVE with Gyspys Melting Pot! They do an awesome job compiling super cute and totally adorable recipes and crafts that are so simple and so creative! I was so excited to share them with you! I’ll post 2 today and 2 more on Thursday.Christmas treeGypsys Melting Pot made it with veggies, (Click here to see theirs!) but my kids are MUCH more likely to eat fruit! And our family tradition is a Christmas … [Read more...]
Christmas Crafts in Santa’s Home Workshop
It is that time of year again. The children are getting restless with excitement and you probably have a long list of names to find presents for still. Where to begin? You have to think of things to send to distant relatives, that is, relatives who are both distant in relation and live far away. Finding the perfect gift for them is tricky not only because shipping can be so expensive. Small handmade ornaments offer the best solution. They can be small, light-weight and non-breakable, … [Read more...]
Thee Little Pigs Interactive Book App Review
I LOVE to get my kids new apps. It keeps them occupied while I am busy with dinner or dishes, or when we go out to dinner and they start getting stir crazy! This Three Little Piggies app is a GREAT one to have. This app required iOS 4.0 or newer.There are several ways to use this app. You can listen and play and it reads the story to you. You will find as you go along with the story that it is interactive and you can manipulate the animation!! You can also have it autoplay the story and … [Read more...]
The Happy Trunk Giveaway
Welcome to The Happy Trunk Giveaway! I have teamed up with some great blogs to bring you the chance to win a special holiday prize: The Happy Trunk3 Month Subscription($58.95 value) The Happy Trunk is a mom-owned, monthly kids subscription service, founded to combat those 'I’m bored’ moments that every parent gets! Every month your child will receive a carefully curated box filled with art, craft and science activities for hands-on … [Read more...]
Child Proof your Bathroom
There are many things to consider when designing a family bathroom. Although safety is the major concern, you shouldn’t have to compromise on style when it comes to designing your ideal interior. The perfect environment for any homeowner is arguably an ultimately relaxing yet practical space. Here we look at ways in which to create both aspects to ensure peace of mind whilst unwinding alone or bathing the kids.Storage SolutionsStorage is a key element in any bathroom, although it serves … [Read more...]
Kiddy DIY: 5 ways for the kids to get crafty
The best craft projects are always simple, cheap and don’t leave an aftermath of dried PVA and glitter in their wake. Whether you’re looking for some school holiday activities for your kids or just want to entertain them over the weekend, these ideas are guaranteed to be loads of fun and won’t make a mess – it’s as simple as laying down some newspaper and throwing it in the bin when the kids are done. For an added bonus, you can put a Christmas spin on all these activities, so their designs can … [Read more...]
How to Choose the Perfect Baby Crib
Did you know that crib manufacturers need to adhere to certain safety standards? As of June 2011, these standards were modified. If you are shopping for a crib for your baby, here are a few guidelines to keep in mind.Manufacturing dateThe crib should be made after September 1986. All cribs made before this date are deemed dangerous and must be destroyed. It is considered illegal to sell, advertise or purchase these cribs.Look for a labelYou should see the manufacturing date and … [Read more...]
Christmas on a Shoestring Budget
Make no mistake about it, Christmas is expensive. Between holiday cards, gifts, decorations, lavish dinners, family get-togethers, and seasonal travel, many find themselves simply overwhelmed with the high costs of Christmas. If you happen to be one of them, you’ll be looking to cut corners wherever possible this year. To help, we’ve compiled this simple guide for surviving Santa’s annual financial assault. Here’s how to get through Christmas on a shoestring:Create a Bit of Breathing … [Read more...]
Creative Ideas for Preserving Memories
I think we are pretty lucky to live in an age with such easy access to gadgets which can record our lives. It really wasn't that long ago that we had to use film in our cameras and lug around 15 pounds of camera equipment to do some video recording. Sure we still preserved the memories, but it was a lot more difficult.Now virtually everyone in the family can have their own HD camera in their pocket ready to whip out at a moments notice. We are taking more pictures and videos than ever, but … [Read more...]
Breathe, Bend, Be
With the holiday season comes festive music, gift-wrapping and unfortunately, stress. The practice of yoga is a great way to reduce stress and anxiety. A common misconception about yoga is that the sole objective is to be extremely flexible and hold difficult poses. While yoga can be utilized as an exercise, the main focus is on breathing and meditation, which helps calm the mind and reenergize the body.Yoga studios are the best way to learn these techniques, and many offer free classes for … [Read more...]
Plasmacar Review and Giveaway
Hold on to your hats folks, have I got THE most fun toy to tell you about today!! The Plasmacar!!!When this big box arrived on my doorstep my kids were VERY excited to bust right into it. I wanted to wait until Daddy got home so he could put it together for us. Of course he had lots of little helpers when he did start building it.There were lots of squeals and giggles while the car was being put together. Once it was done they wanted to go right outside, but since it was about 7pm we … [Read more...]
Poinsettia Craft
Getting in the mood for Christmas!! Here's a cute craft for ya!What you'll need: Green Paper, Red Paper, Yellow Paper, Paper Plate, Scissors, Pencil (or marker, pen, etc), Glue (or tape or stapler) First thing they'll need to do is trace their hands several times on both green and red paper. Depending on the their hand size- I'd say they'll need 10-12 of each color. My kids got seriously sick of cutting out hands, so I cut the plate to … [Read more...]
Amazon’s 2012 Holiday Toy List
We didn't go out Black Friday shopping. We didn't want to mess with the crowds, plus we didn't want to get a babysitter! The perfect solution to Black Friday is Cyber Monday!! Thanks to Amazon there is a fantastic Holiday Toy guide for me to browse and still get some fantastic deals! I LOVE how they break it down to Boy Toys and Girls toys, or different ages. This is such an easy way to navigate the deals and score some great finds for Christmas! … [Read more...]
Gift Baskets for the Holidays
I am all about giving thoughtful, yet easy Christmas gifts! Want to know the easiest gift of all to give? A Gift Basket!!Gift Baskets Plus offers a wide variety of gift baskets for any occasion! They also have a wide range of price points so you are sure to find a basket that suits your needs. Check out this very fun basket of goodies for Christmas:Totally fun and super yum right?! I have received a few gift baskets throughout the years for different occasions and I know you can never go … [Read more...]
Family Vacation Tips
Believe it or not, the time is here to start thinking about your next family summer vacation!And trying to find a place that will keep everyone in your family happy isn’t easy. Working in Myrtle Beach, I get to see what makes some of the best Myrtle Beach resorts for families and some indicators that you need to look elsewhere.Here are some things to look out for that should be good indicators of a family friendly resort:Exciting poolsIf the hotel you’re looking at has your basic … [Read more...]
