DIY & Crafts

The travel blanket that will change the way you pack for your next trip!

Posted on Wednesday, June 6, 2018 20 Comments

Are you ready for summer? School is already out in my neck of the woods, and we are preparing for summer travel. We’ve got a big trip planned, and it includes a trip on an airplane with very limited luggage space. We’re getting creative about what we are taking on our trip. Since necessity is … Read More

Amazing gluten free instant pot recipes that are dairy free!

Posted on Saturday, April 7, 2018 19 Comments

Have you discovered the instant pot yet? I got one for Christmas, and I am hooked. I’m kind of a last-minute cook, so the instant pot is ideal for me. We have a few special diets at our house, and I’ve been happy to find tons of gluten free instant pot recipes. Now that we’ve … Read More

Update your home in a flash with this easy kitchen fix

Posted on Monday, February 26, 2018 38 Comments

Is there a spot in your kitchen that drives your crazy? That one place that just stands out and dates your whole kitchen? I had one, but I don’t anymore! Thanks to my friend’s great idea, my 1970’s-looking counter top is now modernized. And it was so simple! Check out this easy kitchen fix. RELATED: … Read More

Chinese New Year Bingo Game

Posted on Friday, January 12, 2018 27 Comments

I thought that I was finally done creating bingo games, but I came across this adorable Chinese New Year clipart, and I knew I had to make one more! This game is perfect just for fun or for teachers who teach units about China. I hope you enjoy Chinese New Year bingo! Chinese New Year … Read More

Easy Rustic Santa Claus Door Hangers

Posted on Wednesday, December 6, 2017 29 Comments

Years ago, my sister made me an adorable Santa Claus door hanger. I loved it so much that I made one for each of my friends and co-workers the next year. Each year, as I unpack my Christmas decorations, I stumble across the pattern, and think, “I should put that idea on my blog.” Well, … Read More

Best Christmas Gift Ideas for Teachers

Posted on Thursday, November 30, 2017 46 Comments

Have you decided what to give your children’s teachers for Christmas this year? When I taught school, I received many thoughtful gifts from parents and students. My favorites were gift cards, homemade and store-bought goodies (let’s face it — I have a sweet tooth!) and fun things the kids made for me. Today I’ve collected … Read More

The Ultimate Thanksgiving Turkey Crafts Collection for Kids

Posted on Tuesday, November 7, 2017 46 Comments

Who’s ready to do some Thanksgiving crafting? In looking through my Thanksgiving posts, I noticed that I am a bit turkey obsessed. Almost every craft I have created for Thanksgiving is a turkey craft! I decided to embrace my love for cute turkeys and put together the ultimate turkey crafts roundup for my readers. (You’re … Read More

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Cozy Sweater Pool Noodle Fall Wreath Tutorial

Posted on Thursday, November 2, 2017 39 Comments

Did you survive Halloween? Our house is definitely suffering! I think it’s going to take a little while to clean up the chaos. Do you go straight from Halloween to Christmas, or do you keep your home decorated for Fall until Thanksgiving? I keep my home dressed in Fall decor, so I’m shifting the spooky … Read More

Cheap Halloween Decorations: Easy Bat Aviary

Posted on Monday, October 23, 2017 38 Comments

Do you happen to have a decorative bird cage or lantern in your home decor? If you do, check out these super cheap Halloween decorations. You can whip them up in just a few minutes! Seriously, this spooky bat aviary was finished in under ten minutes, and it only cost me a dollar. Cheap Halloween … Read More