In this tutorial, learn how to make tissue paper pom poms (also known as tissue paper flowers) and how they stack up against store-bought versions too! Whether you DIY or buy them, tissue paper pom poms are a great way to add big impact to your party decor for very little money. I’m going to […]
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July 4th Printables | 35+ Easy Ways to Show Your Spirit
With party printables, downloadable cards, word search pages, and scavenger hunts, these free July 4th printables are going to make this Independence Day awesome! Father’s Day is over and it’s time to get ready for Independence Day! Or maybe you started getting your decorations ready on Memorial Day and just left them up. Either […]
25 Luau Party Ideas to Steal from a Professional Event Planner
Grab some tips from a professional event planner and copy these amazing luau party ideas, including Dollar Tree party decorations, kids food, and free printables. What do you do when you’ve got the sweetest little girl turning seven years old and you’re too busy with work and your younger child to do much about it? […]
6 Free Father’s Day Gift Tags Dads are Going to Love
You’re going to love these free printable Father’s Day gift tags. They’re the perfect easy finishing touch for homemade gifts or even a 6-pack of beer. RELATED >>>> 11 Perfect Gifts for Dads who Love Beer Have I ever told you about the time we got a Thank You card to give my Father-in-law […]
13 Can’t Miss LOL Surprise Birthday Party Ideas
You don’t want to miss any of these awesome LOL Surprise birthday party ideas, including decorations, games and activities, and even a free printable! If you’ve got a daughter between the ages of 5 and 8, then you’ve most likely heard about LOL Surprise dolls. You may even have a bunch of the toys strewn […]
Take a Look at this Real Life DIY Toy Story Party
What an awesome Toy Story party! It’s full of DIY ideas and decorations you can easily make, including a Pizza Planet buffet and fun games! Let’s Talk Toy Story 4. I have to admit, I’m totally conflicted about it. I didn’t see Toy Story 3 until I was pregnant with my second child, and […]
Mother’s Day Games to Play with the Whole Family
Make Mother’s Day fun for everyone and play these hilarious Mother’s Day games and activities together. These printables and activities are the best way to show mom how much you appreciate all she does. Confession: Mother’s Day can be a bit of a bummer. Once breakfast in bed is served, and gifts are given, kids […]
America the Beautiful Independence Day Printables
With stars and an “America the Beautiful” theme, these free Independence Day printables are just awesome for getting your party decorated for July 4th. Independence Day is one of our favorite summer holidays. I’m not sure if it’s because I grew up living less than an hour away from Colonial Williamsburg, or if it’s because […]
Free Teacher Appreciation Printables (+ Supplies Teachers Need)
Give a gift that keeps on giving with these free teacher appreciation printables and a printable shopping list of teacher supplies that are always needed! I have good news and I have bad news. The bad news is that I completely lost track of time and missed the deadline to purchase our kids school sponsored […]
50+ Totally Awesome (and Free) Easter Printables
From party printables and decorations, to coloring pages, and even kids’ crafts and games, this is the ultimate collection of free Easter printables! I spent the entire weekend getting our house decorated for Easter…it’s so nice. …Okay, you got me. That’s a complete lie. With three kids running around, I barely have time to take […]
The Best Puppy Themed Birthday Party Ideas
These are the best puppy themed birthday party ideas, from food, to favors, and decorations! Grab your free party planning sheet, and the party will practically plan itself. When a reader recently asked for puppy themed birthday party ideas, I couldn’t wait to jump in and get started. My son is completely in love […]
The Best Choice for Making Waterproof Water Bottle Labels
Want the best way to make waterproof water bottle labels? We tested all the papers and DIY techniques to find the right choice for your budget and schedule. I love it when readers ask questions. I especially love it when readers ask questions that need a little bit of digging and experimenting. Why? Because […]
Easy DIY Pot of Gold Rainbow Centerpiece
This pot of gold rainbow centerpiece is the perfect addition to your St. Patrick’s Day decorations. Grab your free download and make yours today! “Well, at least I have the leftovers for another party” I can’t tell you how many times I fell into the trap of thinking that was okay. And every time I […]
Number One Fan Finger Football Craft for Kids
Learn how to make your own number one fan finger football craft for kids with a Cricut. It’s the perfect easy project for a football party! The husband must have gotten tired of me complaining about my various hole punches, scissors, and paper trimmers. They are useful, but sometimes it still felt like it was […]
How to Get Motivated to Clean When You’re Overwhelmed by the Mess | 17 Expert Tips
It’s one of life’s conundrums: How to get motivated to clean when overwhelmed by mess. Here are 17 of the best tips from organizing gurus to get you started. Happy New Year everyone! Can you believe it’s already 2019? Just like every January, I’m feeling motivated to do all the things! But, the truth […]
Glittery Happy New Year Banner Printable and Wine Bottle Label
Ring in the new year with sparkly fun by printing out your free glittery Happy New Year banner printable and matching wine bottle label. (updated for 2019!) How do you celebrate your New Year’s Eve? There was a time when the Husband and I would purchase tickets to an event at a downtown bar, […]
Christmas Door Hanger Coloring Page (Free Printable)
Make going to bed fun for your kids with a free Christmas door hanger. With two designs on the coloring page, your kids can each create their own unique style. As we placed the Christmas gifts under the tree, the husband and I exchange knowing glances and soft whispers. We don’t dare make […]
The Cutest Reindeer Food Printable with Poem
Follow this basic recipe for reindeer food and top it off with an adorable reindeer food printable and poem. It makes great party favors or preschool gifts! Sometimes it seems like Santa gets all the love. But around here, we love to take care of his reindeer as well. I mean, they work […]
DIY Hanukkah Garland | Star of David Crochet
Give your decorations some warmth and learn how to make a simple DIY Hanukkah garland with crochet, glue, and a little bit of creativity! Hello Friends! Today I’m sharing with you a very special post that is a little different from what we normally have going on. My friend Lisa from Stitch in Progress […]
Reindeer Candy Cane Craft for Kids | Easy Preschool Gifts
This is the easiest (and cutest) reindeer candy cane craft for Christmas. Make a bunch with your kids to give out to classmates as gifts everyone will love. Oh, the things you do for your first children! When my oldest was just a toddler, she went to a fantastic daycare. We knew all […]
DIY Canvas Drop Cloth Wreath (I Can’t Wait to Update this for Each Season!)
Learn how to make an easy canvas drop cloth wreath for your front door. It’s the perfect easy DIY project to update for all seasons. The first time I saw our house, I told my husband I wouldn’t buy it. There wasn’t anything horribly wrong with it. It’s just that the house was […]
Breakfast Tailgate Foods | Tips & Recipes for Game Day Morning
Early games call for the best breakfast tailgate foods. Here are easy, make-ahead recipes, tips, and a downloadable checklist for a fun game day experience. What do you do when a neighbor offers to sell you lower-level tickets to a Redskins game at a discount? If you’re our family…you move heaven and earth […]
RSVP Reminder | Three Ways to Stay Better Organized
When life gets chaotic, it’s easy to forget to RSVP to kids birthday parties. Try these three tips to keep you organized so you don’t need an RSVP reminder! It happened far more often than I’d like to admit. Despite my best intentions, the deadlines would come and go without proper action on […]
9 Fantastic First Day of School Printables
These 9 first day of school printables are the perfect way to capture the excitement of the new school year. Don’t forget to watch the tips at the end for updating printables year after year! You’ve made sure that the backpacks are still in good condition, the school supply list is checked off. Lunches […]
How to Make the Most Adorable Kids Chef Hat | Easy Crafts
Find out how to make a personalized kids chef hat with a store-bought hat and fabric scraps. It’s super easy and only takes a few minutes! You want your party to be unique and coordinated, but you don’t feel like spending hours upon hours creating custom items from scratch. Same here. One of […]
7 Adorable Ways to Make Fabric Flowers for Clips
Learn how to make fabric flowers clips that can be used for anything from party decorating activities to hair clips and more! You’re standing at the front door greeting a guest for your child’s birthday party. The main activity hasn’t started yet, so what do you do with the kids in the meantime? […]
This is the Most Adorable Baking Birthday Party for Kids
Come in and take a look at the cutest baking birthday party for kids of all ages! It’s filled with ideas that you can recreate, including games and decorations! I’ve taken everything from six weeks to six months to plan a party, but the most labor-intensive party I ever hosted was my oldest’s […]
5-Minute DIY Interchangeable Serving Tray Decoration
Forget finding new platters for every party and holiday celebration. Find out how to make a cute interchangeable serving tray decoration in just five minutes! Not long after realizing we were going to be going through a kitchen renovation last fall I also realized that I had to start getting rid of all my […]
How to Love Your Home Just the Way It Is
Yes, we all love magazine-worthy home decor. But it’s important to learn to love your home just the way it is. Read on for 7 tips that will help you fall in love with your home again. “I want this room!” “That kitchen is gorgeous.” “Can you imagine having a master bedroom this […]
8 Easy Cleaning Tips to Make Your House Party-Ready (Free Pre-Party Cleaning Checklist!)
Follow these 8 easy cleaning tips to make your house party-ready (with a free pre-party cleaning checklist) & you’ll be ready to host the best party of the year! Good morning friends! Today I’m excited to introduce you to my friend Maria from the blog Leisurely Does It. She is the queen of […]
Meal Prep for Beginners | 5 Steps to Making Meal Prep Easier
In this guide to meal prep for beginners (or anyone, really), learn 5 steps to stop meal prep drudgery and start actually saving time all week long. “I work all weekend, so I can work during the week.” Have you ever felt that way? A few years ago, I decided to set a timer […]
13 Adorable Easter Crafts to Make with Your Kids
Spend some quality time together, get your house decorated and have fun at the same time with these cute and easy Easter crafts for kids. “Mommy, what can I do?” My daughter is asking me this for the fourth time in the last 30 minutes, and it’s getting old. Honestly, my first instinct […]
How to Make Adorable Easter Egg Mason Jars (Fun for Kids too!)
These Easter egg mason jars are super cute…and a fun craft to make with your kids. Find out how to make them, and all the different ways they can be used! Aren’t these Easter Egg Mason Jars adorable?! Originally posted by Mason Jar Crafts Love, it’s no wonder that they’re one of the […]