The March issue of Southern Living arrived on my doorstep late last week, and I was immediately smitten with the gorgeous springtime scene pictured on its cover. Stunning, no? Something about that turquoise door juxtaposed against those bright pink and green hues lit a fire under me, and I knew immediately I wanted to use…
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12 Great Children’s Books
Books play such a huge role in our family, as I mentioned when I shared about how my kids and I made book donation totes to deliver to those in need. Reading is something I have done with all four of my children since they were tiny infants, as I feel strongly that establishing a love of…
Book Donation Totes
Happy Presidents’ Day, everyone! With many school-aged kids enjoying a day off, I thought today would be the perfect opportunity to share a project that enables children to use their creativity to benefit others! Books are the most crucial part of any child’s educational foundation. Sadly, there are all too many kids who lack a…
Framed Custom Chalkboard and Magnetic Board
Yesterday I revealed my new “faux mudroom” hallway command center, my solution to our home’s lack of a mudroom or utility room. We’ve only been using the space for a few days so far, but it has already made our household so much more organized!As I was planning this project, I knew I wanted a…
Seven Last-Minute Valentine Treat Ideas
With Valentine’s Day just two days away, you might be in the market for some easy, last-minute Valentine treats. Here are seven of the ideas linked up so far in this week’s Saturday 7 that fit that bill!one.Scratch-Off Valentines @ Oopsey Daisy two. Printable Valentine Tic Tac Toe @ Creations by Kara three. Nerd Monster…
Magnetic Fishing Game Craft
As a mom of four little ones, I truly appreciate a good craft project. Any parent knows, however, that there is a conundrum that arises as the result of such artistic creations: just what exactly to do with them once they are complete? My Pottery Barn knock-off cable art display is a perfect way…
12 Unique Valentines You Can Make
Looking for some out-of-the-ordinary valentines to send to school with your kiddos next week that break ranks with the typical heart motif? (Mothers of boys can certainly appreciate that!) Check out this lineup of twelve ideas you can easily whip up this weekend! one. Pencil Valentines via Simply J Studio @ iVillage …
Peachy Keen Jellybean Valentines {Free Printable}
With exactly one week to go until Valentine’s Day, many of you are probably like me and trying to find easy, inexpensive ideas for goodies that your kiddos can hand out to their friends at school. Using individual boxes of Jelly Bellies purchased for 50 cents in the Valentine section at Target, this Valentine idea…
Quilted & Piped Letter Tutorial
I recently shared my Valentine Mantel display, which includes a sweet little set of X and O letters as one of the decorative elements. I love taking something you can purchase ready-made and add a handmade stamp to it to give it my personal touch. These Quilted & Piped Letters are a project that accomplishes just…
Edible Bingo Game {Free Printables}
The idea I’m sharing today is one that will turn snack time into something special: Edible Bingo! As the mother of four small children, I am always on the lookout for fun diversions that also have educational value. With this simple game, children feed their brains as well as their tummies!To play a game of Tasty…