Has the threat of illness sent you running to the store for soap and hand sanitizer only to find the shelves empty? If so, you’re not alone. The shortage has prompted people to search for DIY hand sanitizer recipes online, but are those recipes safe and effective? Is homemade hand sanitizer effective? Hand washing is…
Whether it’s your first child or your fourth, getting ready for Kindergarten is a huge milestone and getting ready for the big day is an exciting time for both parent and child. A great way to get ready or sharpen skills during the year is to practice with sight word flashcards. While kids learn a lot…
I’m sure you’ve seen all of the homemade laundry detergent recipes are all over the internet. Liquids, powders, with Borax, without, you name it. I’ve used them, and they generally seem to work pretty well, but are they a better alternative for your laundry than a premium laundry detergent? They may not be. Here’s the…
No time of year makes me feel as crafty as the Christmas season does. Once November and December roll around I start to think that I’m Martha Stewart and can create all the things, like these pinecone crafts. For more fun and creative holiday ideas, try making this adorable elf bookmark, a Christmas tree luminary,…
Choosing the perfect costume is one of the highlights of many kids’ year. I think parents love it just as much, to be honest. This year, get creative with easy and super fun shadow Halloween costume. This costume is geared toward boys, but you could easily change things up to make it perfect for a…
It’s September so you know what that means, right? You are now officially going to be bombarded with all things fall, red and gold, and, of course, pumpkin spice! One of my favorite trends is rustic fall farmhouse decor. It’s still 85-90 degrees here in Denver and I have to say, I’m pretty over the…
Nothing says summer in my house quite like watermelon. It is a staple for us in the warmer months since my family can’t get enough. But sometimes I want to do something a little different from eating a plain piece of watermelon, so I have come up with a few different ways to serve up…
Thank you to Musselman’s #SqueezableSours for sponsoring this conversation. As always, all content and opinions are my own. My little man, Dub absolutely loves apple sauce squeeze pouches. When I say he loves them, I mean he LOVES them! We always have some in the pantry since they are a healthy and convenient go-to snack….
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #Clean2TheCore #CollectiveBias If there was ever a kid who loves to make a mess, it’s my five-year-old son, Dub. Just look at this face. This is a face that loves dirt! There is no telling what he will…
It’s April which means it’s Earth Month and the start of spring. Are you excited?! This time of year always gets my blood pumping and makes me want to come out of my winter hole to do some planting, organizing, and a little redecorating inside and out. If I can do that by also upcycling…
Organization doesn’t come naturally to me. I seem to live in a state of organized chaos, at least that’s what I tell myself. Really, it’s just chaos. I know where everything is, but it takes me twice as long as it should find a receipt, a notebook, or a pen. Enough is enough. I have…
Our two cats, Orion and Pete are more than pets in our house; they’re furry little family members. They were both shelter cats who had been declawed by their previous owners, which means that they can’t go outside under any circumstances. Since they are strictly indoor cats, I got the idea to bring the outdoors…
This winter has already been pretty brutal for some of us and I know that in our house, the kids get a little stir crazy when they’re cooped up inside. Even though it’s already the end of January, there is still plenty of winter left. For some of us, the heaviest snowfalls of the season are…
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #GiftDeliciously #CollectiveBias This year I have been having so much fun discovering my crafty side with the kids. Our holiday crafts have been my favorite so far because I love having the little handmade touches around the house. A…
I have been having so much fun making more Christmas crafts this year. Crafting gets my holiday cheer flowing, and this year started off with this easy DIY Christmas wreath. Made with simple things you probably already have around the house, you can have this wreath hanging on your door in about 30 minutes.
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #ShareTheHoliday #CollectiveBias The holidays are here again. It’s hard to believe that another year is coming to a close, but here we are finishing up our gift shopping, starting to wrap gifts, and getting started on our holiday…
Thanksgiving is almost here. Do you go all out with Thanksgiving decorations or just add a few touches to your table? This roundup of DIY Thanksgiving decorations has a little something for everyone, from the super crafty to the person who just wants an easy, attractive centerpiece. I have to be honest, I don’t really…
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #ShareHolidayJoy #CollectiveBias When I was little my grandmother used to buy me an advent calendar and give it to me every Thanksgiving. It was always a cardstock calendar with little doors that revealed a new picture each day….
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #CraftAmazing #CollectiveBias. Post contains affiliate links. This post contains affiliate links. I love to make Christmas crafts. It must come from childhood memories of making paper loop garlands, handmade cards, paper plate wreaths, and cranberry strings. It seems that the…
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #Albertsons #RoadTripHacks #CollectiveBias Whether we’re taking a long ride down to New Mexico or one a bit closer to home for a daycation, my family and I love to take road trips. With so many great places to visit…
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #CleaningUntangled #CollectiveBias My oldest son is fifteen and has been responsible for a regular set of chores for quite a few years now. He knows what is expected of him, but having ADHD means that he needs frequent,…
I am the only female in a house full of males and two cats so trust me when I say that things can get a little funky up in here. Between dirty socks, teenage body odor, and the litter box I am always looking for new ways to make the house smell nice. Girl it up if…
My husband and I had just one end table for our bed. It’s an old table that he inherited from one of his grandmothers and it has served its purpose, but we wanted something a little more modern. After months and months of looking I couldn’t find what I wanted. I wanted end tables with…
There are so many recipes for homemade cloth wipes solution out there that include several different ingredients. Considering that in reality you can use just water of you choose, I didn’t feel the need for a bunch of different ingredients in my cloth wipes solution. I also didn’t like the idea that many recipes for baby…