Crafts and DIY

I love doing crafts with my toddler because she thinks pretty much anything is fun and cool, and she loves to show her daddy what she made. This year, we will be making some different Valentine’s Day crafts to pass out to her friends in the neighborhood. So in preparation, I’ve scoured the Internet (since …

You can buy your advent calendar or spend an evening crafting your heart out on a homemade version. Whatever you do, a Christmas countdown is a must! When it comes to DIY – first, assess what you already have on hand. No need to spend buckets of money. I promise, your children will be excited …

Granted, we’ve only done preschool so far, but my favorite first day of school tradition is the photo. For each of the last three years, we’ve had my daughter stand in front of the same hanging frame on the first and last day of the school year (wearing the same outfit on both days each …

As a parent, I find it so important to document every milestone my son hits. The easiest way to do this is through photographs! In the age of Pinterest, it can be overwhelming to come up with just one way of documenting something as important as your child’s first day of school photo. Have no …

I have a huge case of the Winter Blues. My house is a disaster from the overflow of toys (that my kids don’t need) (or want), things have been rearranged and “put somewhere” due to a tornado, I mean, my toddler, and after watching an episode of Hoarders, I suddenly have the urge to purge. …

St. Patrick’s Day falls on a weekend this year, which means it’s a perfect time to get in some quality crafting. Here are ten fun St. Patrick’s Day craft ideas! Rainbow Felt Magnet I love this craft because it’s got life in it past the holiday. Of course, if you don’t think it’s festive enough, …

Valentine’s day is coming up fast! Have you figured out what you want to do for your significant other? For your kids? For yourself? Why not try some Valentine’s Day Tissue Paper Hearts? Something quick and easy, yet fun and creative you could try is a “heart attack!” Don’t worry, I’m talking about the good …

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner so it’s time to get crafty with some Valentine craft ideas. Sure, you can swoop into your local Target the night before Valentine’s Day and pick up a boring box of cards but that is…umm…boring. Why not turn Valentine’s Day cards into a valentine craft with your kids? …

Year after year I find myself trying to hide the special Santa wrapping paper. High atop my closet, in the garage … anywhere my sneaky little Christmas-loving kiddos won’t see it! In the past, I’ve stayed up late, wrapping Santa gifts in his special wrapping paper and tucking them beneath our fireplace, but, no more! …

Let’s face it, crafting is fun all year round, but the holiday season just makes it that much more fun! Here are five adorable Thanksgiving crafts that your kids are sure to love! Rice Krispy Turkeys. Be as creative as you like with these adorable turkeys that double up as Thanksgiving dessert! This would be …

Whether you’re looking to get into the Thanksgiving spirit or searching for ways to entertain your youngest guests when you host Thanksgiving dinner, crafts are a great option. Check out this round-up of Thanksgiving craft ideas. Popcorn on the Cob: What a great way to get your kids involved in the prep for Thanksgiving dinner: …

Gear up, gang. Halloween is THIS WEEK! Life happens quickly, though, and sometimes we aren’t as prepared as we want to be. Or, maybe your child hasn’t given much thought to their Halloween costume? Or worse – they keep changing their mind! Maybe they’re dressing up with friends and you need to coordinate with the …