Sustainable & Creative Living
I love to craft and make gifts for people when I can. Especially when it’s something that can be used and doesn’t just end up in a pile of unwanted gifts. I recently attended a baby shower and wanted to make something for the soon-to-be momma of three. I settled on this adorable and easy Diaper Cake with a Bottle of Wine Inside! [Read more…]
This week’s Toy Rescue: Ice Sensory Activity is one of my and my 6-year-old’s favorite play activities. It not only helps build hand & muscle coordination but also invokes a playful need to save their toys from a big block of ice. [Read more…]
This classic baking soda and vinegar science experiment never gets old in our house—we just find new ways to put a new spin on an old favorite. Today we’re sharing this easy Fizzy Shapes Kids Science Experiment to show the reaction of a base and acid. We use some cookie cutters and plastic molds to form baking soda shapes, freeze them, and then watch the science happen as we mix baking soda and vinegar! [Read more…]
If you’ve got a LEGO lover at home, surprise them on their special day with this Lego Birthday Present Scavenger Hunt. The printable with clues is totally free! [Read more…]
How often do you clean your feet? Once every few weeks? Months? Once a year? No! More than likely you clean your feet once or twice a day, right! Why not do the same for your beloved family pup?! Check out this super easy, all-natural moisturizing DIY Dog Paw Wash. [Read more…]
Summer is in full swing which means it’s time to break out the swimsuits and sunscreen. Like the majority of the country, traveling is back on our radar. Every summer our family packs up the house (literally) and heads to the beach for a full week of nothing but sun, sand, and waves. I usually bring a handful of activities and crafts to do during lunch breaks or in case it rains, so this year I’ll be bringing along this Beach Vacation Scavenger Hunt for some extra beach fun. [Read more…]
For early readers, like my 5-year-old, letters and beginning letter sounds are the foundation for reading. I have found that for my little one when he practices writing his letters, it also helps activate and reinforce the method of memorizing the sounds each letter makes. This free printable- Roll and Write Letter Practice- is a fun activity that not only helps your early reader develop their writing skills needed for reading. [Read more…]
Today I’m sharing one of my favorite, and my pup’s favorite, dog treat recipes. These Peanut Butter Banana Dog Treats are so yummy, even I could eat them. They’re packed with delicious ingredients and are so easy to make, your pup will be begging you for more.
To celebrate this Memorial Day, I set the school books aside for a little bit and took some time to make this Memorial Day Wind Blower with my 5-year-old. Crafts or hands-on activities are a great way to teach your little ones about the meaning of such important holidays in a fun and creative way. This particular craft is easy for kids and [Read more…]
News flash!! I may be a little late to the party, but I’m newly obsessed with celery juice. Ok, maybe way late but hey, better late than never. This blend of Cucumber Lemon Celery Juice is now one of my favorite morning rituals. You can check out my recipe below. [Read more…]
If we start at a young age, we can help our children learn the importance of celebrating Earth Day not just on Earth Day but every day. I’ve put together 5 Earth Day Activities for Kids that can help them learn how important it is to take care of our planet and the environment around them. [Read more…]
I recently planted my early Spring garden and can’t wait for the arrival of all my yummy goodies. I’ve always wanted to make these colorful DIY Garden Plant Markers for my garden. I think they’ll be a great way to keep track of all the different fruits, vegetables, and herbs I’m growing. Plus, they’ll add a bit of whimsy to my garden, which is always a plus.
In this post, you’ll find one of the easiest tutorials I’ve ever done. If you’re a new or even a seasoned gardener, these DIY Garden Rocks are so simple to make and they will look so cute in your garden!
Themed Easter baskets are one of my favorite “mom projects” as I like to call them. That and themed birthday parties, of course! This year, my 5-year-old (and my husband) are obsessed with collecting Pokémon cards so it seemed fitting that I put together a Pokémon-themed Easter basket complete with these DIY Pokémon Easter Eggs. [Read more…]
