Cutoff shorts are everywhere this season. Like most frugal fashionistas, it pains me to pay full retail price for them - so I don't! Instead, head to your local Goodwill and make your own pair for a fraction of the cost. Plus, you can create a … [Read more...]
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Throw a Burger Bar Party and Ice Cream Social for Under $50 + FUN Backyard Games for Kids
Last Thursday afternoon, nine active young boys converged upon our house to celebrate the last day of their second grade year. The party included soccer at the park, hiking in the ravine, and grilling burgers. Many of the parents thought we were … [Read more...]
Christmas Rice Krispy Treats: Holiday Wreaths
Rice Krispy wreaths were a treat my mom used to make when I was growing up. They've been around a long time! We used red hot candies on them. When I made them this year, I used red M&Ms. You can really use anything you like, and even use red … [Read more...]
Muffin Tin Monday: Madagascar Muffin Tin Meal ‘The Wild!’
My 4 year old daughter is very into pretend play, and lately she likes to pretend we are going on trips. This week, we went on a "trip" to The Wild! per the movie Madagascar. We did several activities and games and went swimming, then we had a … [Read more...]
St. Patrick’s Day Activity for Kids: Leprechaun Footprints & Pot O’ Gold Hunt
To get into the spirit of St. Patrick's Day, I taught my preschooler about leprechauns and pots of gold at the end of rainbows. That afternoon, when Maggie finished quiet time, she found tiny, green, leprechaun footprints leading from the door of … [Read more...]