To help instill the love of learning in my daughter, I try to add arts and crafts to our reading and math time. Here is a fun little craft that I did with her after reading The Rainbow Fish. (I originally saw the idea in Family Fun.) It uses old or … [Read more...]
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Gift Idea: Super Easy, Super Cute Monogrammed Tote
I got this adorable gift idea from the November issue of Woman's Day magazine. When I read the directions, I thought, "There is no way this can be this easy AND come out this cute." But I was wrong! From start to finish, one bag took me less than … [Read more...]
Looking for Comfort Food? Try This Yummy Meatball Casserole!
This is my simplified version of a meatball casserole recipe that I got at a kitchen show (I think Pampered Chef), years ago. If you are looking for a quick, easy, tasty "comfort food" dish, this one is for you. The frozen veggies and meatballs … [Read more...]
How to make your own photo greeting card – in MS Paint!
Here are some simple ways to make your own greeting card by editing your photo in Microsoft Paint. I made a Halloween Greeting, a Vacation momento, and a photo card for Birthday Thank Yous in just a few minutes. Photo greeting cards often cost … [Read more...]
Homemade Costume Idea: Adorable No-Sew Tutu
Homemade Costume Idea: Adorable No-Sew Tutu Often our best and most creative ideas come from our readers. A big thanks to ADDIMOM for sharing this one along with the step-by-step instructions you see below. I recently made this adorable little … [Read more...]
DIY Frugal Halloween Face Paint
DIY Halloween Face Paint: 3 Tbsp. cornstarch 1 Tbsp. flour together 3/4 C. light corn syrup 1/4 C. water For an easy, homemade Halloween face paint to go with any costume simply follow these directions: Mix cornstarch and flour together. Stir … [Read more...]