Every year me and my little guy make American flag shirts for him and his big brother. These patriotic handmade flag shirts are perfect to wear on Memorial Day, Flag Day and Independence Day. With a Marine Boot Camp Graduation coming up along with
Just in time for Spring Break, Summer Vacation, and Sleep Overs… Magic Peanut Butter Cookies For Kids. A Peanut Butter Cookie Recipe meant to be made by kids! This tasty three ingredient recipe
Light up, glow, brighten or shine. The play on words may vary but the FUN in this party favor remains the same.
Since birth our little guy has always had a sports themed bedroom. Over the past four years we have changed his bedding, décor & furniture yet the theme has remained the same. Sports.
Anyone else experiencing sweltering weather? Last week I told my best friend that it is too hot here to enjoy the swimming pool. It’s true, the pool doesn’t even feel refreshing when it is 115 degrees outside. Unfortunately, there have been quite a few of those not so pleasant days this summer which have forced… Read More
My little guy’s latest game obsession is Hopscotch. He has his own set of rules similar to the playground rules we were all taught growing up. To begin my little guy draws out his Hopscotch Board on the concrete with sidewalk chalk. He carefully numbers each square then without tossing any rocks he begins to… Read More
Mama’s Handbag. Because Mamas, Mommies, Aunties and Grandmas could all use an extra hand. And many times they need much more than a hand. Think BAG. Nearly twenty years ago I made my Grandma a
Hi there! I’m Kelly and I blog over at Typically Simple about crafts, recipes, and life’s adventures! I love thinking of crafts for kids to make that they can personalize with their favorite colors. And a craft with googly eyes is always sure to be a hit!
The time has come and there are three options. The age old messy one, the short lived one and the reusable option, no cleanup required. It is time for water fights, afternoons in the pool, running
As I’ve mentioned before – I love creating with my little one’s hand prints. Documenting the year with the impression of his hand print brings me absolute joy. So here goes another post created with my lil’ guy’s hand print and this time his foot prints as well! A gift for Valentine’s Day, Birthdays, Mother’s… Read More
“Don’t wish for it, work for it”. Those words are printed on a wood sign that sits in my boys’ bathroom. My wish
My three year old has a prize “pine cone co-wection”. Yep. He collects Pine Cones. And mostly his collection sits on a shelf in his bedroom however from time to time we create fun animals with his Pine Cones. (See our Easter Bunny here.) This week we created Turkeys! Feathers included.
Play Dough is a daily activity at our house. We use cookie cutters, rolling pins, toothpicks, and even hot wheels to create, mold, and let our imaginations run wild! This Ten Minute Play Dough recipe requires five ingredients that you likely already have tucked away in your pantry, requires NO cooking, and is easily ready for… Read More
A Chalkboard Terracotta Pot is a simple handmade gift that can share loving messages for a special someone in your life. Perfect to hold… Flowers, Herbs, Pens, Cosmetics & more. And a fun way to share messages with… Moms & Dads, Grandparents, Teachers & loved ones.
The Bald Eagle is our National Bird. With all the red, white, & blue crafts and décor during the summer months, a Bald Eagle sounded like the perfect symbol of freedom to add to the mix. This fun project turned out to be my little guy’s favorite of all time. HE LOVES HIS EAGLE.
A weekend roundup of TEN activities for kids! Included are activities that help develop fine motor skills, a couple crafts that grandparents will love, along with homemade Play Dough and Fun Foam. Who doesn’t love creating with the squishy stuff? You likely have the supplies in your kitchen to make Play Dough or Fun Foam. And if your kids like Fruit… Read More