What I Took from Marie Kondo's Tidying Up Method. Thinking of trying the KonMari method for organizing your home? Check out my tips! Marie Kondo’s method of tidying, also known as the KonMari method, has taught me a lot about the way I should be organizing my home. While many of the tips in her method won’t work well for everyone, there are a few things I took from her … [Read more...]
20 Silly & Fun Drinking Straw Crafts for Kids
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Looking for inexpensive crafts to make with straws? Check out these 20 silly & fun drinking straw crafts kids! 20 Silly & Fun Drinking Straw Crafts for Kids Straw See-Saw Craft from thecrafttrain.com Adorable DIY Straw Toppers from typicallysimple.com Paper Straw Bracelets from kidsactivitiesblog.com Fun Straw Rockets from buggyandbuddy.com Pretty … [Read more...]
Banana Bread Baked Oatmeal
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Start your morning right with this delicious and comforting Banana Bread Baked Oatmeal. It's an easy breakfast recipe that will fill you up in the most satisfying way! Banana Bread Baked Oatmeal Yields: 6 servings Prep: 5 minutes| Cook Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Ingredients: 2 cups old-fashioned oats (gluten-free if … [Read more...]
Christmas Tree Pretzels
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A fun holiday treat, these Christmas Tree Pretzels couldn't be any easier to make! Christmas Tree Pretzels INGREDIENTS 10 Pretzel Rods 1 cup Green Candy Melting Chips 1/2 cup mini M&M’s or other decoration for ornaments 10 Candy Stars. DIRECTIONS Line a cutting board or cookie sheet with wax paper. Place candy chips in a zippered sandwich bag and microwave for … [Read more...]
The Floor is Lava! Interactive Board Game for Kids and Adults
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My kids love playing the Floor is Lava anywhere, and everywhere, all the time. Basically players imagine that the floor is made of lava and avoid touching the ground when another player shouts "the floor is lava!" with a countdown. I knew right away that they would love the new game from Endless Games, “Floor is Lava” where players jump along "stones" for … [Read more...]
Shop at Sullivans for Unique Gift Ideas
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Did you grew up with Sullivan productions like Anne of Green Gables, Road to Avonlea, Wind at my Back and others? If you are a fan then Shop at Sullivan is the perfect spot to grab some unique gifts and stocking stuffers this year. Shop at Sullivan is the exclusive source for official merchandise from Sullivan Entertainment productions, and I’m … [Read more...]
How to Keep Holiday Spending in Check and Start the New Year off Right
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The holidays are the season for giving and spending inordinate amounts of time with friends and family. Unfortunately for many, tis also the season for overspending, financial hardship and a feeling of unpreparedness when the new year begins. Let’s face it, the holidays can get extremely expensive rather quickly. Especially if you haven’t taken the time to plan … [Read more...]
Bacon Wrapped Dates with Goat Cheese
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These Bacon Wrapped Dates with Goat Cheese are a perfect holiday appetizer. This is one of those party foods that will have everyone asking you for the recipe! Bacon Wrapped Dates with Goat Cheese Yields: 16 Prep: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Ingredients: 8 slices of bacon, sliced in half 16 dates 4 … [Read more...]
How to Extend the Life of your Real Christmas Tree
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There is something special about having a real Christmas tree over the holidays. There is just nothing quite like the smell of a fresh tree as it permeates your home, bringing fond memories to the forefront of your mind. Sometimes though, real trees come with a few negatives. For instance, real trees can easily dry out, loose their needles and die. Thankfully … [Read more...]
Candy Cane Christmas Tree Ornament
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This a fun craft for kids – classrooms, play dates, Christmas parties, etc. Give as a little gift, add to a wrapped gift to make it extra special! Candy Cane Christmas Tree Ornament/Gift Topper Materials: Felt Sheets Stars (either printed and cut out, or simply cut out from construction paper, foam, etc. Glue Jewels, beads, charms, or other assorted … [Read more...]
Do you Love Juices? You Need to Check this out!
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Perfect for school lunches, family get togethers, hot summer days and more, juice makes for a delicious beverage to quench the thirst of many. In fact, parents around the world are packing juices in their kid’s lunch boxes each day and sending them off to school. Why? It’s simple. Children love juice, parents love juice and it’s easy to get in those tiny lunch bags. With so … [Read more...]
Wood Slice Brown Bear Ornaments
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These Wood Slice Brown Bear Ornaments are an easy Christmas ornament craft that results in adorably rustic décor for your tree! Wood Slice Brown Bear Ornaments Supplies: Wood Slices Glue Scissors Twine Dark Brown, Light Brown, Pink and Black Craft Foam White Paint Paint Brush Black & White Paint … [Read more...]
Rustic Reindeer Ornament
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This Rustic Reindeer Ornament craft makes for a great Gift Topper and they are so easy to make! Rustic Reindeer Ornament (or Gift Topper) Craft Materials (per ornament/gift topper): 3 cinnamon sticks 2 jingle bells 1 red pom pom 2 googly eyes 6 inch thin ribbon or thick string Hot glue … [Read more...]
10 Pantry Items to Stockpile Over the Holidays
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There is nothing quite like fresh homemade food over the Holidays. Over the holiday months there will be plenty of baking opportunities, some will even arise last minute. Those school holiday parties that your little one forgot to tell you about, or that last second invite to a potluck you found in the mail, makes having your pantry stocked over the holidays, … [Read more...]
Gift Personalised Oral Care this year at a discount with the new Oral-B Genius Pro 9600
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Shopping for holiday gifting can take the joy right out of the season. Let's face it, finding the perfect gift for friends and family can be stressful. Nothing ever seems quite good enough for your loved ones, but now you don't need to worry thanks to the new Oral-B Genius 9600 rechargeable toothbrush! The Oral-B Genius 9600 is the kind of premium item that … [Read more...]
