As a stay at home Mom I have learned to turn simple tasks into fun activities for the kids. Turn wrapping a present into the most fun that your kids have ever had with paint using newspaper and finger paints. Not only will the kids love every second of it, but the gift will be wrapped in one of a kind paper decorated with tiny hand prints and love from your kiddos.
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Do it yourself projects for the house
The Perfect Gift For Kids To Make And Give Grandma For Mothers Day
Mothers day is a great opportunity to have the kids make something extra special for their Grandmothers. Take pet rocks to a whole new level and let your kids create simply adorable garden or flower pot decorations with their beloved Grandmother in mind. This is the perfect gift for Grandma that will remind her how much she is loved each time she sees them.
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Ice Cream Cone Marshmallow Treats
Need a treat that’s fun and easy? These little ice cream cone marshmallow treats are simple to make and so much fun for kids of all ages. They are great for parties, school snacks, holidays, or just for fun to get your kids in the kitchen with you. Sprinkles and food coloring can make these non-ice cream ice cream treats fit any party theme.
Matching Appliqued Rock Star Shirt And Onesie For Big And Baby Brother
Appliqued shirts make great customized gifts for kids. They are easy and inexpensive to create and are one of a kind gifts to give for any occasion. When a close friend was expecting her second little rock star of a boy I decided to create some matching rock themed shirts for the new baby and the new big brother to be.
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Make Your Own Magnetic Recipe Holder
I spend a lot of time in the Kitchen and this is one of my all time favorite pieces of kitchen decor. This DIY recipe holder is as functional as it is beautiful. Using an old picture frame, scrapbook paper, and sheet metal I put together a recipe holder to match our kitchen decor. These are quick and easy to make and make fabulous gifts for any occasion.
How To Create An Easy And Inexpensive DIY Coffee Filter Wreath
Having a beautiful wreath in your home doesn’t have to cost a lot of money. In fact, you can create one with things that you already have in your home. A few coffee filters, some hot glue, and a dollar store wreath form can create a beautiful and simple wreath. Here is a quick and easy DIY project to spruce up your home for spring.
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13 Family Friendly Things To Make, Eat And Do For Valentines Day From A Spotted Pony
Valentines Day has arrived!
Love can never be taught for it is to be learned; love can never be bought for it is to be given; love can never be kept for it is to be free; love can never be old for it lives to last a lifetime.
-Anonymous
Last Minute Valentines That You Can Get At The Grocery Store
Valentines Day is right around the corner. Are you ready? Why not make someone’s day extra special with a simple treat that you can pick up at the grocery store. Pick up something that you know they will love and add a tag with a sweet phrase. You can create an instant valentine for anyone who is special to you.
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Kids Valentines Day Scavenger Hunt With Reasons Why You Love Them On Each Clue
A Valentines day scavenger hunt is a great way to surprise your kids and show them how much you love them! The simple task of putting together a scavenger hunt is made extra special for your kids when you add one reason why you love them so much on each and every clue. My kids have such a blast doing this and it doesn’t take much to make their Valentine’s day super special and exciting.
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Make Personalized Decorative Pillows By Printing Photos Onto Fabric
Did you know that you can print an image from your computer onto fabric using your home computer. Freezer paper is the magic ingredient to make these adorable little throw pillows personalized with any photo that you like. These decorative pillows make an awesome gift, and are a fun and easy project.
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