Sustainable & Creative Living
This DIY Mess Free Puffy Paint recipe is so easy, your kids could practically make it on their own. If you’re a crafting household then you may already have most of the supplies on hand. It requires only two ingredients and less than five minutes to make! The best part is that it’s washable, so you don’t have to worry about a mess.
Looking for a cute Halloween pre-trick or treat snack? Or even a Halloween party snack? These Halloween Bat cookies are so tasty and easy to make you’ll be making them all season!
Every Halloween I like to make the day a little extra fun by finding crafts, snacks, and games to entertain my son and the neighbor kids. The day doesn’t have to be just about trick or treating, especially if Halloween falls on a weekend. [Read more…]
Easter is almost here and we’ve got another fun DIY for you! Check out this adorable DIY Pokéball Easter Egg Card Holder. It’s cheap and super easy to make and involves absolutely NO SEWING!! Not to mention it’s a fun way to display Pokémon cards in an Easter basket. [Read more…]
It’s official, parents, you’re kids have been in school for 100 days!! I love mom projects and celebrating 100 days in school is the perfect reason to break out my Cricut and start crafting. This is an easy one, so if you’ve only got a day or two to make it happen, download my Pokémon 100 Days of School digital cut file and create your very own 100 Days of School Pokémon Shirt.
It’s 85° and officially Fall in Florida! I know what you’re thinking…85°?! But yes, as soon as the temperature drops below 90° we break out our favorite Fall recipes, and that includes this yummy Hamburger Soup.
Soup is always a favorite meal in the Fall and Winter for most people. Even for Floridians like me! There’s something about the feeling of good hearty food that warms your bones when it’s cold outside. That feeling of warmth spreads all over and immediate satisfaction through food is achieved. [Read more…]
It’s pumpkin season and I’m here for it! For the past few years, I’v been obsessed with this Pillsbury Quick Pumpkin Bread mix. It makes pumpkin bread and muffins so much easier to make in a hurry without compromising taste. Check out these delicious Pumpkin Streusel Muffins and thank me later!
I use this same quick bread mix to make Pumpkin Cheesecake Bites so you can check out that post here. Since the Pillsbury mix is so easy to work with, I wanted to try a different pumpkin recipe and let me tell you that these Pumpkin Streusel Muffins do not disappoint! They have the perfect amount of pumpkin flavor and sweetness to satisfy any pumpkin craving.
You know it’s officially summertime when school is out and you’ve got little growing kids at home eating everything in sight! I love the summer, especially because I get to experiment with new foods and fun snacks. These Chocolate Apple Pops were a total hit and so refreshingly delicious. They’re fun to make with or without your kids and even more fun to eat!
These Chocolate Apple Pops are so easy and fun to make. All you need is melted chocolate and apples! A few fun toppings add some flare but aren’t really needed. Below, I listed a few that I tried and some that I hope to try the next time I make these.
It’s TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK! Today we’re sharing this super cute and fun DIY Crayon Wreath that you and your child can make together to give to your favorite teacher.
If you have kids in school or you’ve ever homeschooled your kids, helped with homework, reading, and projects, then you’ve almost always thanked God (under your breathe, of course) that they’d be going back to school the next day. Or when you’re struggling to teach your kid something you don’t even understand yourself, you’ve almost always thrown your hands up and said (to yourself, of course) “your teacher can show you how to do this!” [Read more…]
Today I’m sharing one of my new favorite dinner recipes your whole family will just love. It’s relatively quick and easy and it’s meatless. My homemade Veggie Ramen Bowl is a much healthier version without the seasoning pack and extra sodium but still has the same great taste. Try it tonight and thank me later! [Read more…]
This week I’m sharing a special Easter Handprint Card that’s perfect for parents, grandparents, teachers, or any loved ones you wish to celebrate Easter with. Handprint cards are one of my favorite ways to mark the time in a child’s life.
St. Patrick’s Day is this week so I’m sharing one of my new favorite traditions with you because I just love how cute this St. Patrick’s Day Lucky Basket is.
As the mom of a 7-year-old boy, I just love making every holiday as special as possible so why stop at St. Patrick’s Day? In the morning, I make rainbow pancakes or waffles topped with whip cream, lucky charms, and sprinkles. The night before, I make green lemonade and rainbow ice cubes to go with breakfast. [Read more…]
If you’re looking for a cute teacher or friends gift this Valentine’s Day check out these super easy Chocolate Covered Oreos.
When I say these Chocolate Covered Oreos are simple to make, I really mean they are simple to make! They’re also a super cute gift idea for teachers and neighbors this Valentine’s Day. My 6-year-old and I had fun just making and decorating them! [Read more…]
If you love simple DIYs that have a big payoff, put these DIY Dryer Balls at the top of your project list! They’re made from wool yarn which helps save money on energy costs by shortening your laundry’s drying time. Go ahead and ditch those costly dryer sheets because these will help soften your fabrics and reduce wrinkles. You can also add a few drops of your favorite essential oil to give your laundry a fresh scent! [Read more…]
