Sustainable & Creative Living
Looking to add a little flare to your 4th of July party? These Red, White, and Blue Jello Shots are sure to be a hit! They’re easy to make and look so festive with the three colors of the American flag. The best part is they’re not too difficult to make and don’t require a lot of ingredients. And if you make them the night before your party, you won’t have to spend all day preparing them!
If you’re like me, you’re already thinking about 4th of July party snacks. These American Flag Graham Crackers are so easy to make and so festive. And they’re the perfect patriotic treat for kids to help assemble. All you need are graham crackers, strawberries, blueberries, and Cool Whip. And they’re so much better than anything that comes pre-packaged. If you’re looking for the perfect snack to take to your next 4th of July get-together or to serve at your own party, I highly recommend these American Flag Graham Crackers.
If you’re like me, you want to be a thoughtful gift giver. You don’t want to pick out any old meaningless thing that will just end up at the back of your person’s closet or in their donate box. Unfortunately, it isn’t always easy to pick out a great gift for the women in your life. In fact, it can be downright pulling your hair out difficult! Books make great gifts to give anyone for any occasion. These 5 Inspirational Books to Gift the Women in Your Life are inspirational, thought-provoking, and enjoyable reads. They make for a thoughtful gift every time!
Toddlers aged 2-4 are at the beginning stages of learning. As parents and educators, it is our responsibility to ensure they start on the best possible footing. Our Little Hand Big Minds workbook is The Ultimate Preschool Workbook! It’s easy to use for parents and fun for children looking to get a jumpstart on learning. Our Little Hand Big Minds Preschool Workbook is a digital download which means all you have to do is click, pay, and print and you’re ready to go!
If your kids are into Legos, then you know there are always mini figurines scattered everywhere. The dilemma is deciding what to do with them. We have the answer! Assembling this charming Lego Minifig Display is straightforward, and it can be mounted on the wall. It complements shelves where your child’s other displays are showcased.
Mini figurines come with nearly every Lego set; they’re a staple. I confess I’ve occasionally discarded some because my son isn’t as interested in them compared to the primary Lego construction. I know. Lego enthusiasts are cringing everywhere!
Graduation is almost here so we’ve created a special card for your grad! In our Etsy shop you can download this printable Graduation Gift Card Holder. It turns a boring gift card into a special gift that any grad will love! This gift card holder is perfect for holding a card and a special note for the graduate. It’s a great way to commemorate this special occasion. Check out our shop and download yours now!
If you are planning to give a graduation gift card to someone you know, you can make it a special gift by turning it into a unique gift card holder that they will love. Check out our printable gift card holder that is easy to download, print, and assemble. [Read more…]
Being a parent is hard, especially when your small child doesn’t behave in the way that our adult brain expects them to behave. Because they are a child, not an adult. This post discusses one of my favorite ways to reinforce good behavior rather than discipline bad behavior. The Pom Pom Jar is a reward system that reinforces your child’s good behavior and has quickly become a household favorite!
I have a young child, and like most parents, at times I’ve struggled with their bad behavior. I’ve tried a lot of different approaches, but nothing seemed to work consistently. That is until I discovered the Pom Pom Jar. This simple tool has transformed our family life. If you’re struggling with your child’s behavior issues and haven’t found something that works for you and your child, I urge you to give the Pom Pom Jar a try. It’s a simple way to reinforce your child’s good behavior, and it’s easy to track.
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If you’re looking for some ideas on what to get your older kids for their Easter basket, this post has everything you need to make a basket they’ll love! We’ve got a great list of Easter Basket Gifts for Kids complete with links and pictures of items you can find fast and and easy on Amazon just in time for Easter.
Gardening is a great activity to share with kids of any age! Children love plants and watching them grow. Gardening not only teaches kids about caring for our environment and the earth, but it also helps them learn to appreciate the outdoors and build connections with family at the same time. Here are 5 tips for gardening with kids.
Valentine’s Day is coming up and if you’ve got little ones who love all things Pokémon then this DIY Pokeball Valentine’s Day Box is a must-do mom project. It’s perfect for classroom Valentine’s Day parties and card exchanges. Your little ones are going to absolutely love it!
Do you or your kids love scavenger hunts? Mine does! In recent years I have started to incorporate scavenger hunts into our gift-giving holidays to make them a little more fun and interesting. These Christmas Scavenger Hunt Clues are one of my favorites!
With Christmas just around the corner, the Advent calendars are about to come out to officially begin the Christmas countdown. If you like using wooden calendars with drawers that hold little treats (like I do) then these Christmas Scavenger Hunt Clues are a perfect addition. The clues and riddles make finding the gift a little more exciting!
My son loves a good scavenger hunt so anytime I can incorporate one I do! One of our newest favorites is using these Advent Calendar Scavenger Hunt Cards in the tiny Advent calendar boxes.
Looking for Advent calendars for teens and tweens? We found a variety of Advent calendars to suit many teen interests like brain teaser puzzles, chocolates and snacks, bath, body and beauty surprises, Marvel, Harry Potter, and Stranger Things themes. Keep reading for the full list and links.
In recent years, a surge of Advent calendars for kids has crowded the shelves of our favorite stores like Target and Walmart but not many are for teens and tweens, which is why we’ve made a list of some great ones we found on Amazon!
