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Root Beer Float Slime

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April 10, 2018 by Jamie Leave a Comment

I have a daughter who is obsessed with slime. It is actually a great obsession because it keeps her busy and it is something she enjoys. She is always looking for new slime ideas! Combining her favorite drink....with her favorite hobby was a natural fit! Root beer float slime is SO cool and fun to make! Root Beer Float Slime This is a two-part slime recipe and that is part of what makes it special. This really looks like a root beer float when you get done! My daughter loves to read slime books and one of her favorite for fun, new ideas is Slime Sorcery. She got the book after she had surgery and she spent a lot of time scouring it!! Ingredients and Supplies Needed for Root Beer Float Slime White Foamy Slime - 1 ⅓ cup white glue 1 tbsp + 2 ⅓ tsp Instant Snow ⅓ cup Sta-Flo ⅓ cup water, hot 1 tsp baking soda 1 cup shaving cream, optional 2 containers Vanilla Extract, optional Root Beer Slime - 1 5 oz container clear glue 1 … [Read more...]

15 Family Friendly Backyard Games

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April 4, 2018 by Jamie Leave a Comment

Are you as excited for warmer weather as I am? We have had some big cold bursts the past 2 weeks and it feels like spring weather is never going to get here. I am already planning fun things we can do as a family when it warms up a little more. I came up with 12 family friendly backyard games that everyone in the family will LOVE and beg to play again! 12 Family Friendly Backyard Games 1. DIY Ring Toss: I love how easy this DIY Ring Toss is to make. Plus the fact that even toddlers will have fun trying to throw the rings onto the dowels. You can paint it to match your house too! 2. Outdoor Tic Tac Toe: This outdoor tic tac toe game is cute enough to stay on the deck all year long. It can be customized to fit your decor too. Who doesn't want to hang out on the deck and play tic tac toe? 3. Water Balloon Drop: When the weather warms up it will be time to play water balloon drop. This doesn't involve much effort and I know a lot … [Read more...]

DIY Wooden Spool Cat Toy

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March 30, 2018 by Jamie Leave a Comment

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #LoveTheseCleanPaws #CollectiveBias We have two kitties that are a big part of our family. We got them when they were about 6 weeks old and had been dropped off at our vet's office. They are brother and sister....my kids named them Salt and Pepper! :) I was in the mood for a little DIY project and decided to make a DIY wooden spool cat toy with some old wooden spools I had. This is such an easy DIY...it only takes a few minutes, but will bring your cat a lot of fun playtime! DIY Wooden Spool Cat Toy Our cats are getting older...they are over 14 years old! The funny thing about it is that they have gotten more loving as they have aged. They still like to play too. Two Cats is Twice the Fun, Usually Having two cats can sometimes create unique issues. One thing my cats love to do is play hard in the middle of the night. Sometimes they run so fast it sounds like elephants in … [Read more...]

Vintage Easter Wood Plaque Craft

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March 26, 2018 by Pam Larmore Leave a Comment

Easter is a time of year that really makes me reminensce about the past and the pastel colors are perfect for vintage decor. This Vintage Easter Wood Plaque Craft reminds me so much of the wonderful time that I spent with my grandmother when I was growing up. She loved all things with flowers and birds...from her rose covered sugar bowl to the doilies adorning her end tables. This is the perfect DIY for Easter and a great way to preserve vintage cards! Vintage Easter Wood Plaque Craft My grandmother saved EVERYTHING. When she passed away, we found vintage greeting cards tucked in drawers, and an anniversary card from the late 1950’s inside a teapot. She had even saved a few cards from the early 1970’s that my Mom had lovingly bought for us to give her for her birthday. Greeting cards from that era are different than the glossy cards that we send today. They featured adorable chubby cheeked kids and whimsical animals in soft … [Read more...]

DIY Kids Painted Flower Pot

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March 7, 2018 by Pam Larmore Leave a Comment

I love to paint, however I’m no Picasso. I have found an easy way to make fun looking designs that don’t require any talent at all. Even kids can make these and get beautiful results. This is the perfect project to keep your kids busy over spring break! This DIY kids painted flower pot project will be a huge hit. DIY Kids Painted Flower Pot I love kids’ crafts where I can join in too. I enjoyed making Sharpie Marker Pillowcases and Sharpie Marker Mugs as much as the kids did, LOL! Did I mention that these little flower pots would make great end of the year teacher gifts or even Mother's Day gifts? YEP...something useful and personal! Supplies Needed for DIY Kids Painted Flower Pot Project Clay Flower Pots Acrylic Paints Paint Brush A variety of household items to make circles – I used a glue stick cap and a paint brush handle. Acrylic Spray How to Make DIY Kids Painted Flower Pot First I looked around my house to find … [Read more...]

DIY Hanging Flowers in a Metal Bucket

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February 28, 2018 by Jamie Leave a Comment

Spring is just around the corner and I can't wait to get my flower beds up and rolling. It is so nice to bring some color to my yard after a dreary winter. Last year I did DIY hanging flowers in a metal bucket and it turned out great! This was really quick to put together and I loved the way it turned out. DIY Hanging Flowers in a Metal Bucket The great thing about this project is that you may have some of the items already in your garage. I had a metal tub sitting in my shed from a different project. It is great to be able to recycle stuff I already have! I had a bare spot in the flower bed by the end of the driveway. This area needed something and this hanging flower bucket worked perfectly. Supplies Needed for the DIY Hanging Flowers in a Metal Bucket galvanized metal bucket or tub with handles 1 heavy-duty garden shepherd's hook pot of cascading flowers small tent stake or something similar How to Make Hanging Flowers in a Metal Bucket First decide … [Read more...]

How to Make Your Own Project Life Inspired Cards in PicMonkey

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February 9, 2018 by Jamie Leave a Comment

I have more and more trouble finding Project Life sets in stores for my scrapbooking. It is sad that I have to order most of my Project Life supplies online. I decided to start making my own cards and offering the cards to my readers. The problem is that I will never be able to create EVERYTHING my readers may need for their scrapbooks!! I decided I would teach you how to make your own Project Life inspired cards in PicMonkey. Now when you have a really specific card need...you can create it exactly like you want! How to Make Your Own Project Life Inspired Cards in PicMonkey I have tried several photo editing programs and I always come back to PicMonkey. It is SO easy to use and there is practically no learning curve for beginners. I think you will be surprised how much you can create in this program!! Open PicMonkey Open PicMonkey and hover over Design on the top menu bar. I like to select custom size. It will show a box where you can … [Read more...]

Free Printable Pizza Valentines

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January 22, 2018 by Jamie 2 Comments

I love helping my kids with fun Valentines to hand out to their friends at school. There are TONS of adorable ideas out there. It is nice to be able to grab free printables when it comes to quick kid crafts! These free printable pizza Valentines are sure to be a hit with any kid out there. Free Printable Pizza Valentines When I saw these pizza gummy candies I knew that they would make the cutest Valentine EVER. Kids love pizza....kids love gummies...BOOM...it is a perfect match. My girls are really into gummy candy right now. One of them even asked for a GIANT gummy bear that weighs 5 pounds!! WOW....that is a lot of gummy goodness, LOL. Supplies Needed to Make Pizza Valentines White Cardstock Zots or Glue Dots (I used 1/2 inch so that it holds good) Paper Trimmer Gummy Pizza Candy Pen/Pencil Easy DIY Pizza Valentines Calling these pizza Valentines a DIY project is stretching it a bit...but there are a few steps involved so I guess … [Read more...]

DIY Valentine’s Sharpie Mug

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January 15, 2018 by Pam Larmore Leave a Comment

I love Valentine’s Day crafts, but I prefer to create projects that I can use and display year round. I decorated this heart coffee mug with gold, silver, and bronze Sharpie Markers so that I can use it long after the holiday of love is gone. You are going to love how easy this DIY Valentine's Sharpie Mug is to make yourself! DIY Valentine's Sharpie Mug Kids will enjoy this Valentine’s Day project, but adults will want to make these mugs too. You can make them inexpensively and give them to your loved ones or coworkers. Doodling on dollar store mugs is a great gift for kids to give their grandparents, and the metallic, gold, and bronze give this mug a masculine look that they could give their Dad. I don’t draw very well, but I can make lines. Thank goodness that’s all you need to make this pretty mug. The metallic ink against the glossy black mug is a striking contrast and suitable for a man or woman. Supplies Needed for a DIY Valentine's Sharpie Mug • Plain Black Mug … [Read more...]

Why a Family Cookbook Makes the Perfect Christmas Gift

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December 6, 2017 by Jamie Leave a Comment

This post is sponsored by CreateMyCookbook; however, all thoughts and opinions are my own. I was so excited to get our new family cookbook in the mail! It turned out BETTER then I could have hoped for. This cookbook is a gift for my kids. There are so many reasons why a family cookbook makes the perfect Christmas gift! Personalized gifts are the best kind of gifts in my opinion!! Why a Family Cookbook Makes the Perfect Christmas Gift A Family Cookbook is a Personal Gift Personal gifts show that you put extra thought and love into the gift. It is easy to personalize a family cookbook with CreateMyCookbook. I was able to put a special message to my kids in the front of the book. This is something they can reread for years to come and remember how much I love them! A Family Cookbook is Filled With Memories Filling your family cookbook with photos and handwritten recipe cards is a great way to make your gift even more special. I added … [Read more...]