If you’re a busy mom or businesswoman (or both!) and are weary of digging in your purse for business cards, gift cards, receipts and coupons, your frustration ends here! The Card Cubby organizer, with its chic look and versatile design, gives you a place for everything, even your phone and IPod! You can find this little gem at Out of the Blue Delivered and you can read all about how much I love mine in this review.
Free Preschool Activity and Educational Websites – My Top Five Favorites
Whether you’re a home-schooling mom or a parent simply looking for creative and diverse ideas for teaching your preschool-age child their numbers, animals, letters and colors, the internet can be a great resource. There are plenty of free and fun activities that can be found at thousands of sites on the World Wide Web. Here […]
Healthy, Yummy and Easy Snacks for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Getting your child to eat healthy foods doesn’t have to be boring or an unpleasant experience. Here are a few tasty ideas to turn snack time into a fun, hands-on experience for your child. Your toddler or preschooler will enjoy these quick and easy-to-prepare snacks that include plenty of fruits and vegetables. And the best part is that they’re good for you, too!
Homemade Christmas Gift Ideas – Frugal and Easy!
Are you out of ideas of what to give your loved ones for the holidays this year? Looking to be more frugal in your gift-giving? Why not add a personal touch by making homemade gifts for those on your Christmas list? Here are five fun, frugal and creative gift ideas that are sure to appeal to everyone!
Review of 5th Avenue Chocolatiere – Amazing Truffles and a Whole Lot More!
If you’re looking for the perfect gift for someone with a sweet tooth this holiday season, look no further than 5th Avenue Chocolatiere! This family owned company specializes in signature truffles made from a secret family recipe. Using the finest pure 100% Belgian chocolate handcrafted to fashion one-of-a-kind truffles and other treasures they can create a wide array of custom orders for any occasion. After tasting their luscious truffles I can tell you that chocolate from 5th Avenue Chocolatiere is irresistible!
Review of Chic Canvas Prints: A Distinctive, Sophisticated Holiday Gift
Finding a unique gift for the holidays can be quite challenging at times. Chic Canvas makes it easy by creating a canvas for a favorite photograph as a beautiful alternative to the typical picture frame or photo album. The canvas captures your memories in a sophisticated and exceptional way, creating a special gift that will be enjoyed for many years.
Frugal Gifts for the Holidays: Theme Packs
Looking for frugal holiday gift ideas? Being economical doesn’t mean you have to be cheap, but rather creative! Assembling a theme pack is a great way to create a gift that’s semi-homemade. If you’re looking for something unique to give the special people in your life, here are some ideas to get you started!
Review of “Who Was There on Christmas Night?” by Laurie Lazzaro Knowlton
Who Was There on Christmas Night?, by Laurie Lazzaro Knowlton, offers a unique perspective on the classic Christmas story. Its interactive turn-wheel pages offer a hands-on approach to learning about some of the supporting characters in the birth of Jesus. Toddlers and pre-school age children, as well as their parents, will enjoy this new book published by Zondervan.
A How-To Guide to Blanching and Peeling Tomatoes
Tomatoes are a fast-multiplying garden vegetable and can be used in a variety of ways. When your tomatoes are ripening faster than you can eat them, take an afternoon to blanch and peel them for future use. This way, when recipes call for crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce, you’ll always have some on hand!
How to Make Homemade Freezer Salsa
When it comes time to pick tomatoes from your garden, take an afternoon and make some homemade freezer salsa. This is a great how-to for those who are beginners at making and freezing food. This salsa recipe is great for dipping or for use in other recipes. It is easy to make and oh so tasty!
5 Fun Ways to Teach Your Child the ABCs
Is singing the alphabet song really the best way to teach your child their ABCs? I beg to differ. There are plenty of other fun ways to engage your child in learning these 26 important letters.
Better-For-You Banana Muffin Recipe
Making use of the ripe bananas on your counter is easy when you bake banana muffins. Thankfully, these muffins are even better for you as I have included some healthier alternatives to basic ingredients, as well as a reduction in sugar. I added flax, which is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, and substituted unsweetened applesauce for some of the oil, reducing the fat content. I used semi-sweet chocolate chips for those of you with a sweet tooth! This recipe makes approximately 30 muffins when the muffin cups are filled halfway. They are very soft and chewy and freeze well.
