A Star Wars Sensory Bin? Yes! Note: we will not blame you if you end up enjoying this as much as the kids! Sensory bins are a great way to supplement any themed unit study or simply just for fun. They open up imaginations, extend play, and build up fine motor skills. With a new…
Chilled Spinach and Artichoke Dip
Do you love spinach and artichoke dip as much as I do? This classic recipe is not only easy, but it’s guaranteed to be a hit at your next get-together! Football, particularly the Big Game that’s coming up later this month – or any other excuse to have a big family and friends get together…
Frankincense & Orange Whipped Body Butter
This rich and luxurious Frankincense & Orange Body Butter smells wonderful and it delivers a whole array of fantastic benefits to your body. Far beyond the therapeutic aromatherapy these scents offer they also do great things for you from the outside in. Long known as a precious oil, used by kings and even Cleopatra in…
Woodland Christmas Crackers: Easy DIY Craft
Christmas Crackers are a fun, simple, and inexpensive way to add a little treat to your kids’ table, Christmas Tree, or Christmas packages. Now, if you have never heard of Christmas Crackers, here is a quick lesson for you – They were invented in the UK in the mid 1800’s by Tom Smith, a London…
Holiday Gift Guide: Family-Friendly Games
Whether it is a weekly thing or just a couple times of year, family game night is a great way to bring everyone together. A little friendly competition, a whole lot of laughs, and a great excuse for good snacks! Family-friendly games are an ideal holiday gift idea when you’re shopping for an entire family….
Holiday Gift Guide: 10 Items on a Food Blogger’s Wishlist
Being a food blogger is a rewarding and at times frustrating business (especially for those of us that didn’t start out as food bloggers). A lot of work goes into setting up what can seem to be a simple shot – cooking, staging, lighting, adding props, keeping little hands out of the food before you…
No-Sew Boot Cuffs – An Easy Homemade Gift idea
I love the popular trend of cute boot cuffs peeking out of cool weather boots. You can go simple with a color that matches everything or get a little wild with colors and patterns that stand out. I went kind of middle of the road here with these – just a fun pop of color…
Holiday Gift Guide: 10 Must-Have Gifts for Travelers
Whether your sister-in-law travels for work, your nanny is backpacking through Europe, or your parents are jet-setting all over the place, you are probably looking for some great gifts for the travelers on your holiday gift list. From practical to fun this list has you covered. Note: Amazon affiliate links used. Holiday Gift Guide: 10…
DIY Star Wars Canvas Art
Do you have a little Jedi on your hands? I have one, and he is caught up in the craze of all the movies and eagerly anticipating the newest release. We are in the process of converting his “baby room” into a Star Wars haven and while I bought some store-bought items, I also wanted…
Salted Maple Cashew Haystacks
There is something about traditional Butterscotch Haystacks that makes them a holiday favorite and therefore a staple in our home during the holidays. Can you get any better than delicious AND no-bake? They are on virtually every holiday platter – in the office, in a care package from grandma, and in our own baking and cookie-making. They…