Each week I bring you a craft that is fun, frugal, and educational! This week I chose to share one that can help with discipline. As an early childhood educator I believe very strongly in positive reinforcement. Some may feel that this is “bribing” but the reality is that by reinforcing your child’s good behavior Continue Reading …
May 8, 2011
Making Garden Markers (with kids) using Elmer’s Foam Board #GlueNGlitter #CollectiveBias
What you need before you start: Elmer’s Foam Board- we did the Bi-Fold Foam Board because that’s what seemed to be a good size plus the kids wanted to make a card too Elmer’s 3D Paint Pens
May 3, 2011
SmartLab Toys Snap Fashion Jewelry Studio (Giveaway & Discount)
Snap Fashion Jewelry Studio DIY jewelry in a snap! Kids make interchangeable fabric-covered snaps that mix and match into a closet full of accessories: rings, bracelets, necklaces, belts, ponytail holder, headband, and more. Snap Fashion Jewelry Studio is packed with creatively crafted, fashion-forward ideas on all the ways you can marry up snaps with fabric Continue Reading …
May 2, 2011
Make a Paper Lunch Bag Photo Album for Mother’s Day, or any day!
I love making crafts with and without my kids. Pre-kids, I had so much time to scrapbook and make photo projects, and to be honest, I’ve missed doing it. Recently a friend of mine, Jen, introduced me to the world of making paper lunch bags into photo albums, and I love them so much I Continue Reading …
April 27, 2011
Kids Frugal Fun- Mother’s Day
Thanks to Mom on Dealz for sharing! Each week I bring you a craft you can create with your child that is both frugal and educational. This week I want to focus on Mother’s Day crafts. You may be thinking, “I don’t want to create my own gift!”. If this is how you feel, pass Continue Reading …
April 6, 2011
Kids Frugal Fun- Play Store
Each week I bring you a craft/activity that is both educational and frugal. Last week’s focus was on making change and I received some requests for more money crafts. Enjoy!
April 4, 2011
Hidden Surprise Easter Egg Treats™ Recipe – Kellogg’s® Rice Krispies®
I will preface this by saying I’m getting my crafty mojo back, after a someone long hiatus. My kids are loving it. When my husband saw me looking at the link for this recipe, he declared that his beloved marketing victim was back in action!! (We saw these on a commercial this How To Get Continue Reading …
April 3, 2011
Kid Friendly Gardening
Spring is almost here! So, I thought it would be a great time to start planting a garden! Unfortunately it’s not always easy to get the kids involved on such a large project. So, I’ve got the perfect solution for both! If you’re like me, you love to use Organic products without paying the steep Continue Reading …
March 31, 2011
An Easter craft and some Easter math with Hersheys
Hershey’s Kisses are my absolute weakness. The nice folks at Hershey’s sent us some samples of their Easter candies and included in that package were some of my weakness. What’s a chubby girl to do while on Nutrisystem, with 2 bags of Hershey Kisses in the house? Haha. Funny, you guys. We made a birdhouse Continue Reading …
