So my kids had a school project that required popsicle sticks. Silly me bought a box of 1,000 popsicle sticks. So now I'm on a hunt for a craft to use them. My kids wanted to do a bunch of Valentine's Day Crafts like this Love Popsicle Stick Sign Craft. Popsicle Stick Sign Craft - Popsicle Stick Love Sign I love doing crafts that can double as holiday decor with my kids. One of my favorites has been this DIY Button Art Heart Decor We had a lot of fun with it. We also made several of these DIY Button Frame Valentines Day Gifts for family and friends this year. Each one had it's own special message or picture in it. The kids had a blast with that. Since we still had a ton of buttons left over we also made a few of these Easy Valentine's Day Button Heart … [Read more...]
DIY Valentines From Popsicle Sticks – I Love You to Pieces Valentine
My kids are a kick this year to make all homemade Valentine's for their family and friends. One of my favorites is the ones we did with puzzle pieces. We have been doing several DIY Valentines From Popsicle Sticks along with other popsicle stick crafts. DIY Valentines From Popsicle Sticks - I Love You to Pieces Valentine I love finding puzzles at the Dollar Store for my kids. They last maybe a month before they start to lose pieces that is when they get added to our box for crafts. We have made several crafts with them but I love turning them into a Valentine this year, There the kids made this one for their grandparents but they are good for parents and siblings too. We have been doing quite a few Valentines Day craft this year including this DIY Button … [Read more...]
Easy Valentine’s Day Button Heart Popsicle Stick Frame Craft
I love doing Valentine's Day crafts with my kids on the weekends leading up to Valentine's Day. I like the ones we can use to decorate the house with the most. That is why this Valentine's Day Button Heart Popsicle Stick Frame Craft was so much fun to make. Easy Valentine's Day Button Heart Popsicle Stick Frame Craft This Popsicle Stick Frame would also make a great gift for parents and grandparents. The colors on this craft can also be switched out to make any holiday. Green for St Patricks Day with clover or Red, White, and Blue for July 4th with a star in the middle. Related: Valentines Day Crafts - DIY Button Art Heart Decor Now on to the craft! Items Needed for the Popsicle Stick Frame Craft 18 Popsicle Sticks (plus a few extra) Red … [Read more...]
DIY Button Frame Valentines Day Gift Idea
I went a little overboard the last time I bought buttons when I did my DIY Button Art Heart craft. So with all the extras, I knew I had to find something else to do with them. I wanted the kids to have a cute gift to give to their dad so we made this DIY Button Frame Valentines Day Gift Idea and I love displaying it on our Valentine's Day wall! DIY Button Frame Valentines Day Gift Idea My kids have been obsessed with popsicle stick crafts lately so I bought a box of over 1,000 of them and we have been working our way through some crafts like our Easy DIY Popsicle Stick Snowflake Craft but we still have so many left what was I thinking!! So have been on the hunt for popsicle stick crafts ever since. The kids love it and it's a great way to keep them busy when they … [Read more...]
Tailgate Menu Ideas Perfect for the Super Bowl!
Who else loves football? I know that I look for any opportunity to eat food. With the Super Bowl right around the corner, I am ready to plan out our football parties. If you are like me, you like variety. Here are some Tailgate Menu Ideas Perfect - for the Super Bowl! These are part of our Tailgate Food Ideas List. Tailgate Menu Ideas Perfect for the Super Bowl! If you want to add a little fun to your football or super bowl party then make sure you check out the football party packs on Amazon. Ignore the happy birthday banners and check out what you get. You can get a basic kit with a tablecloth, plates, cups, and napkins that look like penalty flags. You can go more advanced with decorations, balloons, inflatable drink coolers and more! Now on to the … [Read more...]
Easy Football Rice Krispie Treats Recipe
If you are planning a football party are tailgate party these Football Rice Krispie Treats need to be on the menu! They are easy to make and everyone will love the themed dessert! They are one of our many Tailgate Food Ideas Everyone Will Love! Easy Football Rice Krispie Treats Recipe We are a big football house here. Well, I'm just here for the food, to be honest, and the kids are here Tailgating Games. But the boy's and my holdest daughter enjoy the game. Though I am one of those that watch the Superbowl for the commercials. Sorry, I disappointed you there. I will admit though I like being at the games but more than watching them on YV. Then I can truly get involved. That's why I prefer tailgating and have several go-to recipes for that! These … [Read more...]
Super Fun & Easy DIY Popsicle Stick Snowflake Craft
My kids love doing popsicle stick crafts. This year they wanted to decorate the tree but I wanted to do something I could hang sound the house after Christmas so that's why we chose popsicle stick snowflakes. I can hang them around the house until at least March right?! So here is our Popsicle Stick Snowflake Craft it was a great way to get the kids distracted during the holiday break! We have a craft cabinet where I keep all sorts of supplies at the ready for craft time. You can have a plastic box tucked away in a closet and pull it out when the kids are out of school. However, if you do it I suggest having popsicle sticks on hand always. There are some amazing crafts you can do with them! Where can I get bulk popsicle sticks for crafts? I like getting my popsicle sticks … [Read more...]
Addicting No Bake Hot Chocolate Lasagna Icebox Cake
We all love that chocolate lasagna dessert recipe that seems to get brought to all sorts of get-togethers. But when a friend of mine introduced me to hot chocolate whipped cream I knew I needed to find a way to use it. Sorting thought my recipes I thought it would go great with this easy no-bake dessert and this Hot Chocolate Lasagna Dessert Icebox Cake became an instant favorite in my house! Addicting No-Bake Hot Chocolate Lasagna Icebox Cake I love this recipe because it's no-bake. I have made layers 1 and two and had to go run errands and be gone half the day and can come back and finish it up. It's very easy and the hardest part is waiting for each layer to first before building the next one! What is an icebox cake? An icebox cake … [Read more...]
Pharmacy Savings Card: SingleCare Review
What would happen if medicine was more affordable? SingleCare is changing how we all look at going to the pharmacy! To put it simply, SingleCare is a free pharmacy savings card. When you go to get your medicine from the pharmacy, the prices can be shocking. I want to share how we’re using SingleCare in our lives and how it may be beneficial to you. The other day, one of my kids was sick. Even though we have insurance, I wanted to make sure we were getting the best price on our prescription, so I went to the SingleCare price up lookup tool and I was able to see which pharmacy could save me the most money. Healthcare is changing and the way we access our medicine is changing. It’s a more consumer-driven experience. I loved knowing I had more power to pick which … [Read more...]
OH NO! Sick Elf Letter + A Few More Sick Elf Ideas
As a mom to 5 kids, we do the Christmas Elf but I'm not the best to remember to move it every night! Several years ago I came up with the perfect hack to get out of moving the elf for a few days. Our elf took a sick day! We have since done several versions of our Sick Elf Letter and we even include a letter and it gets us a few days of freedom! OH NO! Sick Elf Letter + A Few More Sick Elf Ideas With the holidays coming up. Many of us are continuing the Elf tradition and some of us are starting the tradition. Either way, we are always looking for new ideas to keep things fun and interesting! Our family elf is called Mater. Yes, after the Cars Movie Mater. Though one year I may or may not have lost Mater so we had his buddy Skittles visit us because Mater was on a top … [Read more...]
How to Get Free Audiobooks – 16 (Legal) Ways!
Do you like to read? I do but I can never seem to find the time to sit down and read an actual book. I do, however, love a great audiobook! I can sit and listen while I work, while we travel, or while I clean. What I don't like doing though is paying for my audiobooks. They can cost as much as $20.00 each so why should I pay when I can get them totally free? It may not seem possible, but here is how to get free audiobooks so that you don't have to add them to your budget. How to Get Free Audiobooks - 16 (Legal) Ways! When you're looking for ways to get free audiobooks, it can be easy to fall into the trap of thinking that you have to pay for them. After all, "nothing in life is free," right? Wrong; these ways to get free audiobooks are all 100% legitimate and can help you fill your … [Read more...]
Easy Overnight Blueberry French Toast Casserole Recipe
If you have been around the blog for a while you know I do not do mornings. Getting up, getting kids ready, AND cooking; that is asking a bit much. I love recipes that I can make the night before. My kids love this Easy Overnight Blueberry French Toast Casserole Recipe! This makes my morning go so much smoother. This recipe is the definition of my Easy Breakfast Recipes. Easy Overnight Blueberry French Toast Casserole Recipe I love this recipe because it takes about 10 minutes to throw together. If you do not have French Bread or Italian Bread use what is on hand, it will still turn out amazing. If you do not have blueberries then use what you have. Can I make french toast casserole with other fruits? I have used bananas or strawberries in the past. I also found once I had no … [Read more...]