Tomorrow is St. Patrick’s Day! And even though the clock is ticking, I’d like to share a fun treat that’s so simple, you can whip it up in no time…and it’s perfect for surprising anyone on your “lucky list”! A fun favor for the host of an Irish celebration, a sweet treat for your little leprechauns, or even a family project for an after-school snack…this is an easy way to create some last-minute Irish cheer!
Today we’d like to share a fun DIY project! A St. Patrick’s Day display that’s easy to make, would be a fun family craft, and will surely make you smile! If you’ve got a cork board and some colorful tissue paper you can create a whimsical holiday decoration that’s simply–happy! Check out this colorful project that will have you designing your own custom treat at the end of the rainbow!
I believe I’m not alone in feeling like I don’t have enough hands to get everything done in a day! Regardless of circumstances, most of us could use a helping hand around the house with many of those little things that just get overlooked when life happens! I’m a big proponent of delegating chores to children…nothing crazy, but just enough to participate in keeping our home as orderly as possible! But as much as I think it’s a wonderful lesson in responsibility, somehow our “family chores” never seem to remain a consistent routine. Enter the “Chore Board”…a fun and visual way to assign chores to my kids–and the concept came from a television program! I have to admit that I love to watch re-runs of Supernanny...I think she has brilliant ideas for managing households with kids of all ages! The “Chore Board” is an inspired version of an idea by Supernanny herself, Jo Frost! Even though I can’t take credit for this fabulous concept, it’s definitely worth sharing with all the busy mom’s out there that could use a helping hand!
Valentine sweets are so much fun to give…but equally fun to create together with your family! Make them as a gift–or make them for family indulgence–either way, time spent in the kitchen also creates memories that will be cherished by all! Here’s an idea for a last minute treat that’s as adorable as it is easy to make! Perfect for all ages so the whole family can get in on the fun! Have a peek at this DIY that will help you share the love this Valentine’s Day!
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner…and we’ve got some simple ways to package those treats and goodies you’ll be handing out to those you love! It really doesn’t take much to make a gift look extra special…and it’s never necessary to go all out on holiday packaging! Not that it’s not adorable…but you can come up with lovely substitutes that are every bit as festive! Take a peek at some simple packaging that can sweetly offer your valentine a gift that asks…
Valentine’s Day is all about hearts…but let’s not forget the equally adorable cupid’s arrow! Take aim and shoot some valentine pizzazz into your sweet treats and make a goodie display that will melt hearts in a snap! Check out some favorite products and projects that will make your little sweethearts fall in love with snack time!
Valentine’s Day comes and goes so quickly…why not set out some decorations early this year? January is a great month to start perking things up around the house and one of the best ways to do that is by adding some happy hearts to your decor! With simple supplies you can create some heart-warming displays to brighten any dreary winter day! Take a peek at how easy it is to capture hearts for some early valentine cheer…
Today is New Year’s Eve! A most festive night for celebrating the past year–reflecting on all the wonderful events that have passed and looking forward to the days ahead with excitement & optimism! Whether spending the evening with good friends or enjoying a quieter night at home with family, it’s not too late for some last minute ideas to ring in the New Year! Let’s celebrate 2014 and begin 2015 on a festive note! Here’s some easy ways to add some cheer…
Favor: n. a small, decorative gift, as a paper hat, given to each guest at a party. I don’t know many who give paper hats anymore as the definition states…but I do know that favors are one of the many highlights that are the makings of a wonderful gathering! So much fun to create as they are to give…and of course receive! Often they’re a small gesture of appreciation from host to guest…a thoughtful way to show thanks for attending! This fall a friend handed out adorable favors that were so simply cute that the idea had to be shared! Though this favor was intended for Halloween festivities…this sweet treat could be altered to suit just about any holiday! Check out this fabulous idea…I wish it were mine! No matter, like all good things it brought on inspiration…hopefully it inspires you too!
Even though there’s less than one week ’til the biggest shopping day of the year…you’ve still got time to create a holiday advent calendar! A fun holiday tradition for the entire family–counting down the days until Christmas morning finally arrives! Our family has made the advent part of our holiday traditions…I love searching for fun trinkets and treasures to fill the little bags and boxes that are cheerfully displayed and waiting to be opened! I also love the fact that it can reinforce the idea of thoughtfulness over the actual gift! Let’s face it…with Christmas morning following 24 days of advent-who wants to spend that kind of money and, more importantly, who wants their kids to think its a gift-giving frenzy?! Yet still, it’s a sweet sentiment and a fun way to greet each day of December! You can find lots of simple, inexpensive treats…especially when children are young! But even as they grow it isn’t hard to find wonderful and thoughtful gifts…slip in a “coupon” for a special activity or a treat at their favorite restaurant! This year we’re adding “giving coupons” to our advent with instructions for doing something nice for others tucked in amongst the tiny treats. No matter what you choose to fill the little packages it’s a fun way to stretch that holiday cheer throughout the entire month! So find what works for you and watch how wonderfully special an advent can be!