It’s that time of year again….back to school time. Back to schedules, back to homework and back to lots of papers and permission forms. I can’t tell you how many times I have misplaced an important paper from school that needed filled out, or couldn’t find the lunch menu so the kids could see if they want to eat at school. With 4 kids in 4 different schools with 4 different schedules its very easy to get disorganized. This year[...]

It’s been awhile since I put one of these together, figured now was a great time to show you some ideas for some awesome thank you gifts for your child’s teacher. Homemade Rubber Stamps Directions for these stamps can be found at FamilyFun.com

I was recently introduced to a company called The Candlemakers Store, a company that specializes in candle making supplies. You can buy supplies to make a few candles or to make a few hundred candles! They have so many scents, colors and jars to choose from its easy to find what you are looking for and everything is priced rather reasonably. I have tried to make candles in the past and I have run into several problems that have prevented[...]

Dad are you looking for a great last minute gift for Mom for Mother’s Day that you can make with the kids? Try out my candle holder made from a recycled glass jar, its quick and easy and Mom will love it! Recycled Jar Candle Holder Supplies 1 glass jar Tissue paper Ribbon Scissors White glue mixed with water to make it a bit thinner Tea light candle Smaller, short jars work best for this project, I used a pizza[...]

Looking for a quick last minute craft to do with the kids today for Easter? I have a good one for you! I made these yesterday with my 4 year old son’s preschool class and they turned out so cute I thought I’d share them with you! Easter Bunny CD Magnet   Supplies 1 CD (when burning CD’s or DVD’s I save the ones that fail or do not work properly I had pretty good stash) CD Labels White and[...]

Looking for some quick and easy Easter crafts, try out a few of these. Handprint Easter Lilies Directions can be found at KidGlue.com

Here are some cute Spring creations I found around the web. Water Color Butterflies Directions can be found at Kaboose.com

Easter is almost here! I’d like to share with you some unique egg decorating ideas I found around the web.   Glitter Dots Directions found at FamilyFun.com

Make your own Blarney Stone Legend says that anyone who kisses the Blarney Stone of Ireland will be blessed with eloquence. Make your own kissed Blarney Stone to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day!   Directions for Blarney Stone at Kaboose.com

The Olympic Winter Games excitement is crazy in our house! It’s a good thing the kids have had 2 hour delays every morning cause they have been staying up watching all of the excitement play out on TV.  To celebrate the Olympic Games I searched the web for some great Olympic themed crafts for you to do with your kids.  Enjoy! Olympic Torch Instructions for this torch can be found at Kaboose.com