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...]
Cranberry Cocktail Meatballs
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Cranberry Cocktail Meatballs Yields: 45 meatballs Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 14-16 minutes | Total: 31 minutes Ingredients: For the meat mixture: 1 pound ground beef ½ onion, minced ¼ cup old fashioned oats (use GF if needed) 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 egg ¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon … [Read more...]
Sugar Cookie North Pole Cupcakes
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These Sugar Cookie North Pole Cupcakes are as delicious as they are adorably festive. Serve these oh so seasonal cupcakes at Christmas and holiday parties, and watch them get devoured! Sugar Cookie North Pole Cupcakes (Yield about 24 cupcakes) INGREDIENTS Cupcakes: 3 cup Flour 1 tsp Baking Powder 1/2 tsp … [Read more...]
Gluten Free Gingerbread Men Cookies
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This recipe for Gluten Free Gingerbread Men Cookies results in cookies your whole family can enjoy over the holiday season. Gluten Free Gingerbread Men Cookies Yields: 25-30 cookies Prep: 35 minutes | Cook Time: 8 minutes | Total Time: 43 minutes Ingredients: For the cookies: 1 ½ cups gluten free all-purpose flour ¾ teaspoons xanthan … [Read more...]
Melting Snowman Cookies
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v Aren't these Melting Snowman Cookies simply adorable? These cookies are a fun winter treat - and perfect for school Christmas parties too! Melting Snowman Cookies Ingredients: 1 bag Cookie Mix (and associated ingredients) 12 Reese's Peaunut Butter Bells 12 oz White Candy Melting Chips 48 Mini Chocolate … [Read more...]
