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First Day of School Chalkboard Photo And An After School Surprise

My first baby was off to Kindergarten today.  It has been a most exciting day for him, and a most difficult day for me, but no the less I always aim to make big days a little extra special!  The day started with the first day off school photo and I can’t wait for him to get off the bus to find a special little surprise.

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Easy And Soft Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars And A Back To School Treat

If you are like me, you have tried dozens of different chocolate chip cookie recipes searching for the perfect, soft, and tasty cookie.  Look no further!  This is a no fail lazy way of creating the perfect chocolate chip cookie bars by dumping together just 4 simple ingredients!  Add some icing and sprinkles and make it to celebrate you child’s first day back to school.

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Great Gift Idea For Kids Of Any Age – Craft Basket Complete With Ideas

A child’s birthday party is a great time to celebrate and to give them something special.  Many parents get overwhelmed by the toys that their kids acquire in their homes, and that is what prompted this gift. My favorite gift to give is a craft basket filled with supplies – complete with crafty ideas.

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Sew Simple Matching Jersey Dresses For A Little Girl And Her Doll

A great garage sale find, and a clearanced yard of fun jersey fabric inspired this super easy sewing project.  When my little lady scored a Cabbage patch Doll for $ 0.75 at a garage sale that needed some clothes, I decided to make not only one for her new dolly, but one for her that matched!  She loves that she can match her new baby, and they couldn’t be a cuter pair.

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Travel Fun For Kids – Magnetic Calkboard Play Tray

A can of chalkboard spray paint turns a dollar store baking sheet into an incredibly versatile travel toy for kids.  My kids love their play trays in the car or at home.  They can write with chalk, use it as a play tray, color pictures on it, play magnetic games, and drive their cars on it.  Hours of stimulating entertainment from one Dollar Store pan.

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Easy Fathers Day Shirt Personalized With Your Childs Handprint

Need a simple and inexpensive gift that is special and unique just like Dad for Fathers Day?  These personalized shirts are adorned with your child’s hand print and can be made with things that you already have in your house!  A quick and easy project to do with your kids to show Dad how much you care.

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Simple Gift Basket For A First Birthday And Getting Your Kids Excited About Giving

A first birthday is a special occasion and deserves a gift from the heart that is just right for the little one in your life.  I love to make gift baskets to give to anyone – but a first birthday is an especially fun reason to put one together.

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Aging Galvanized Metal – DIY Antique Looking Chicken Feeder

Make a new chicken feeder look like an antique using white vinegar.  I was able to make this uniquely beautiful plate holder for my kitchen with just that.  Vinegar has so many amazing uses, but this one is for the crafty at heart.

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Chalkboard Welcome And Message Plaque

A can of chalkboard spray paint and an unused platter turn into a simple and useful welcome sign f or your home.  A delightful little chalkboard that can welcome guests, politely ask them to remove shoes, or greet your friends for a party.

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