Fourth of July, and all holidays really, present fantastic opportunities for family traditions. I’m learning that these traditions can be a great way to enhance the memories your children take with them once their grown.
June – Time to Check Your New Year’s Resolutions
I’ve made New Year’s Resolutions for the last three years now. Before that, I voiced the occasional late-December wish to be a better and more talented person. But it was only a couple of years ago that I figured out the key to workable resolutions – concrete goals. Whether you’ve been plugging away at achieving […]
Irish – Celtic Quotes, Sayings and Scrapbooking Words
Thoughtful, Wise and Funny Wording and Quotations for St. Patrick’s Day – All Free!
Finding just the right words for a homemade card or scrapbook page for a holiday is so special. You can find the perfect St. Paddy’s Day wording for each occassion and person here.
Favorite Holiday Traditions
I have to admit – I love Christmas. I love New Year’s. I love the holiday season. There is so much about it that is worth celebrating. In fact, I’m pretty sure just about the only thing I don’t appreciate very much is the cold. 😉 Some of my favorite traditions center around family, faith […]
Celebrating Christmas with Untrained Housewife: Recipes and Last-Minute Gift Ideas
The Untrained Housewife authors have some great Holiday game ideas, recipes, and last-minute gift ideas. See some of our favorites!
Christmas Review – IKEA Soft Toys
With Christmas right around the corner, many of us are looking for good last-minute gifts for family and friends. And what better gift is there than one that also benefits children that are in need? Which brings us to the Soft Toy collection from IKEA. They have partnered with UNICEF and Save the Children and will donate approximately $1.47 for each toy sold.
Review of Fast, Fun & Easy Christmas Decorations: Festive Fabric Keepsakes to Create & Embellish by Linda Johansen
Fast, Fun & Easy Christmas Decorations: Festive Fabric Keepsakes to Create & Embellish by Linda Johansen is filled with great simple ideas that I call investable crafts. I say this because the crafts will last for years. Some of my favorites in the book are the fabric wreath, fabric boxes, and the array of ornaments. Most of the projects involve several steps including cutting, sewing, ironing and arranging.
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!
How to Save Money During Christmas- Best Ways to Reduce Holiday Expenses Without Skimping on Gifts and Fun
Use these tips to save money during the Christmas Holidays, and year around, and reduce gift-giving expenses without giving up holiday fun.
Introducing Kids to Distant Relatives for the Holidays
Family gatherings can be such special times. But when family members get together for the holidays who do not often see one another, such as with military families, it is important to prepare children ahead of time. A few basic rules, help with transitions, and reminders of home can make the difference between joy and disaster.
Fun holiday breakfast for kids tip – Batter Blaster pancakes
Just got back from crazy pre-Thanksgiving trip to the grocery store and had a good idea to share. Since I’m cooking a giant meal for Thanksgiving dinner, I don’t see having time to prepare a full-on breakfast for my visiting relatives and kids, etc. So while picking up some eggs, I noticed Batter Blaster. We’ve […]
How to NOT decorate for Christmas
While it is an exceptionally inexpensive way to make the house more festive for the holidays, it wouldn’t be my FIRST recommendation for cheap Christmas decor. What happened? We were doing school Friday morning and I had a paper craft kit for the kids. They each got a gingerbread house cut out and several paper […]
