Reading at meal times and why it’s my new favorite routine
My son at breakfast this morning. Ready to read some Peter Pan! Our house at meal time is probably like most typical households with small kids – we cook up delightful meals that my husband and I think...
View ArticleSherwin Williams – 25% off paint and 15% off paint supplies Feb. 7-25
From February 7-25, get 25% off paint and 15% off painting supplies with this printable coupon from Sherwin Williams. Find a Sherwin Williams store near you. Do you have a painting or home decorating...
View ArticleFrom clutter to clean in one week. Lets do this.
About a month ago we talked to my mother-in-law about watching our kids for the weekend so we could clean the garage – a two-person, two-day job. She agreed and we picked February 16-17 as THE...
View ArticleDay 1 of 7 Clutter to Clean – Hall closets, pantry, bathrooms – DONE!
I announced yesterday that I’m attempting to go from Clutter to Clean in one week. It’s all based on a deadline of this weekend when the grandparents are watching the kids and we are borrowing a truck...
View ArticleDay 2 of 7 Clutter to Clean – Bedroom closet (eek!!!) and dressers – DONE!
If you’re just tuning in – you’ll want to first read my pledge to go from clutter to clean in one week. Then read the results from my first day of cleaning (Monday) when I tackled the hall closets,...
View ArticleDay 3 of 7 Clutter to Clean – Kitchen, bathroom and laundry area – DONE!
If you’re just tuning in – you’ll want to first read my pledge to go from clutter to clean in one week. Day 1 (Monday) – Hall closets, the pantry and the bathrooms. Day 2 (Tuesday) – Bedroom closet...
View ArticleDay 4 of 7 Clutter to Clean – Organizing the kids rooms – DONE!
Well it’s been over a week since my last update on my Clutter to Clean in one week series. Although I haven’t blogged much about my progress – a LOT has happened since then. Introduction to Clutter to...
View Article*HOT* Snapfish – NEW customers get an 8×11″ custom photo book for $5 shipped!
Hot diggity dog – new Snapfish customers can get an 8 x 11 Custom Cover Photo Book for $5 – no code needed, but you’ll need to go through this link specifically and register on the first page, to have...
View ArticleMemory March – My trip to Michaels, photo boxes $1.99, frames $1.29 and my...
I mentioned this morning that my primary goal for March is to preserve memories. Basically I have a whole lot of sentimental items in boxes and a ton of photos on my computer – and I can’t really...
View ArticleOrganizing Kids Art Supplies – Store in baskets inside an ottoman
Call me crazy, but my kids aren’t allowed to have their art supplies in their bedrooms. At ages 5- and 2-years-old I think I’d find some artwork in places that would require elbow grease on my part –...
View ArticleCenterpiece idea – Mandarin oranges in a glass jar
Mouse over image to PIN (top right) or click here to REPIN I got my Anchor Hocking 1-Gallon Heritage Hill Jar with Glass Lid in the mail last week and I’ve been loving them! I put a bag full of...
View ArticleRecycle old greeting cards into brand new cards
I originally published this in November 2011, but wanted to share it again! A greeting card at the grocery store can cost you anywhere from $0.99 to $6.99 for those fancy ones that sing (and for that...
View ArticleClean a dry erase board with a Mr. Clean Eraser
Mouse over to PIN or click here to REPIN My son got this Melissa and Doug easel for Christmas when he was just two years old. It has taken a beating by both him and his sister over the years. At one...
View ArticleFelted Eggs. How to make felted eggs. They are cute, in an ugly sorta way.
Felted Egg Craft I found this craft idea in a recent Family Fun magazine and thought I’d give it a try. I don’t get super excited about the cutsie, tootsie Easter decorations. But thought the felted...
View ArticleGet prepared for your Zaycon Chicken! A plan, the tools, recipes
I originally published this last spring, but I like to repost every time I know Zaycon chicken is coming to town. I pick up mine tonight! Zaycon also has beef hot dogs, kielbasa and other products on...
View ArticleTips for organizing (and maximizing) your freezer space
Pin it Your freezer can be your coolest friend and a big help when it comes to saving money. I’d say we visit our trusty freezer at least daily for meal components or ingredients. I find that having an...
View ArticleHow to clean stained cutting board {naturally}
Clean a Stained Cutting Board I have a nice big wooden cutting board. I LOVE this cutting board so I was super bummed when I stained it cutting strawberries for dehydrating. I should have used a...
View ArticleTurn an old TV into a dog bed {reclaim, reuse, recycle}
Pin it. I have an awesome sister. She’s my best friend. And she’s so creative (she gets it from my mom). She recently turned a very old TV into a classy little dog bed for my adorable little Beagle...
View ArticleFreezer Organization – Before and after photos from reader Roxanne
After I posted photos of our freezer organization, reader Roxanne was inspired to clean out her freezer. She sent me before and after photos and this email: “I loved your idea so much, I set out to...
View ArticleU-pick strawberries – A fun, frugal, family-friendly activity
Kerri, our amazing Rite Aid, QFC and Top/Haggen expert, shares her experience with u-pick berry farms! This post was written by her. Enjoy! It’s summer in Washington which means that it’s time to...
View ArticleEasy Owl Craft for Kids – Make your own line-up of owls, using cotton batting
Originally published last year, I’m sharing again! This craft was a hoot. I couldn’t help myself, sorry. But it is true. I think these fluffy little owls are as cute as can be and it really is an...
View ArticleDIY Costume Ideas – Raggedy Ann, bag-o-popcorn, Pacman crew, LEGO man
Pin it. I know we’ve blown past Halloween, but I couldn’t move on without sharing some of the DIY costumes readers sent in this week. You’ll have to PIN them for next year, because they are some...
View ArticleFreeze juice in muffin pans for smoothies
Re-pin it all here Freeze juice for smoothies We love making smoothies with our Vitamix. But we aren’t juice drinkers – so we often don’t have a carton of fresh juice in the fridge. So I started buying...
View ArticleCraftsy – FREE online crafting classes
Have you heard of Craftsy? It’s FREE website that regularly offers FREE crafting classes. I saw today that they have a collection of cake decorating classes for FREE, which I think would be really...
View ArticleConstruction Cake – Kid’s Birthday Cake Idea
Pinterest – Construction Birthday Cake Idea Construction Cake – Kid’s Birthday Cake Idea My friend Erika posted this Construction-themed Kid’s Birthday Cake on her Facebook wall and I was so impressed...
View ArticleHomemade hummingbird food (nectar) recipe
Photo taken in my backyard! I have feeders everywhere. This recipe works like a charm. I have this pinned to my Gardening Pinterest board here. Homemade Hummingbird Food (Nectar) Recipe I love the...
View ArticleSpring Cupcake Designs – 6 easy spring and Easter cupcake designs
PIN here Easter and spring cupcake designs To celebrate spring (or the hope of spring soon?), I’m re-publishing my Spring Cupcakes designs, originally shared in 2013 . . I’m not very good about...
View Article14 random things to do when you’re snowed in. . .with young kids
This post is originally from when we had a big Northwest snow storm in 2012 – the list of things to do when you’re snowed in with kids is still very applicable! If you’re experiencing the big storm of...
View Article35 Quick and Easy Bird Feeders
With spring break coming up, I’ve been looking for fun crafts and projects to make with my kids. Bird feeders are thrifty and easy, and with any luck, you’ll attract wildlife to your backyard! Here’s...
View Article35 Fancy and Fun Easter Egg Dyeing Ideas
Easter is coming up soon! What’s your favorite way of coloring Easter eggs? If you’re looking to get away from the traditional color tablet kits, we’ve found 35 unique and fun ways to dye your Easter...
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