It’s fall time and you know what that means- taking your favorite snacks and making them even more fun. I am here to show you a really simple recipe hack that will make your kids giggle up a storm. Even better, they can help put this one together with very little supervision (mom’s favorite words)! … Read more
Halloween is hands down one of my very favorite holidays for food and crafts both. Between marbling a pumpkin, creating Frankenstein handprints, and of course, scary apple bites, there are chances for unlimited creativity this month. That being said, sometimes it’s hard to find non-candy options that bring Halloween into the everyday, which is why I … Read more
I have a confession. Even though I’m a stay-at-home mom with all of the kids now in school …. I still sleep in. Terrible, awful thing right? I feel bad about it because I should totally be getting up in the morning and helping my husband get the kids off to school but the reality … Read more
Pumpkin Spiced Caramel Crunchies! Delicious mini cookies made with pretzels and caramel, making every bite filled with holiday and fun. Scroll below to get this super simple tutorial on how to make these little cookie treats this season. So fun for kids! Halloween has always been my favorite holiday of the year. As a kid, … Read more
When I think of Halloween treats and candies, the first two things that come to mind are candy corn and popcorn balls. What I hadn’t realized is what a tasty treat these would be together! Unlike typical popcorn balls that are overly crunchy, these won’t require a visit the dentist because they stay soft and … Read more
It seems a bit crazy to think Halloween is coming up. I could have sworn it was still in July and we were worried about school starting- and here we are ready to dive into winter. I’d like to say this loss of time is because we’ve been extra busy but the reality is, life is just as … Read more
SCHOOL IS HEADING BACK TO SESSION! YAY! That means two things: a cleaner house in the morning and starving kids in the afternoon. I don’t know about your kids, but the minute, no the SECOND mine walk through the door, even often before I hear the slam, “I’m HUNGRY” comes echoing down the hall. Long days, … Read more
I adore handprint art around here! Handprint art is easy, fun, and allows your kids to be totally creative~! In the interest of the upcoming holiday and the many camping trips so many families are taking right now, I wanted to share a Campfire Handprint idea that is great for kids (and adults) of all … Read more
Learn how to make jello popcorn with this green monster slime and eyeball Halloween popcorn recipe. So fun to eat, its a sugary popcorn that goes perfect any time of the year! Check below for this easy popcorn recipe that will get you munching in no time. How to make Jello Popcorn For about a … Read more
Captain Underpants Sponsored by Scholastic Chances are you have heard of the massive world domination of Captain Underpants, a childrens novel series that includes 12 books and 3 spin-offs. If you haven’t, the book, authored by Dav Pilkey, is a favorite of kids everywhere and I mean EVERYWHERE! With silly commentary, bright comic book imagery, and … Read more
Last Friday Chris took the day off and we both got to spend the morning at Phoenyx’s school, enjoying all the projects he has done in class, trunk or treating and class parties. I will tell you that the one thing that is so inspiring is to be in a preschool class. Sure, I do … Read more
Now National Pirate Day was September 19th, so its passed, but I’m declaring that we should be able to act (and celebrate) like pirates any time we feel like it! Plus, it’s Halloween, so there is that. Of course, a pirate party would not be complete without your very own eye patches,so in the interest … Read more
This year we haven’t carved a pumpkin. With a 3 year old in the house, I suppose we have been finding alternative ways to decorate and have fun without carving. While this “no carve pumpkin decorating” craft isn’t rocket science, I wanted to inspire you to just whip out the paints and let those tiny … Read more
A bit back I read this really cool post on Colorful Leaf Printing. I loved everything she did, the painting of the leaves, the pushing it on a tray and then using that leaf paint to create a piece of art. Adorable! But the final product, the Finger Painting Fall Tree, turned out really beautiful and … Read more
I have been dying my hair since I was a teen (not a great decision, but you know…) and have been about every color in the rainbow. Approximately 3 weeks ago I went and decided to have the salon do a slight red to my hair to see if I liked it . I wanted … Read more