One of the fun things about living and traveling abroad is that we get to add to our own little holiday festivities as we discover new traditions from our host country. An interesting holiday that people celebrate here in Quito, Ecuador for Halloween is Dia de los Difuntos or Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). This celebration takes on a very reverent and spiritual focus versus our fun pumpkins and trick or treating kind of festivities. From what I am told the Day of the Dead here has ... continue reading...
DIY Halloween Party Favor: Witch Hat Jello Play Dough Craft & Recipe
My kids have so much fun with play dough. And before you think these party favors are only for little ones think twice. When I was a counselor I would have play dough out for kids to "play" with during our session and the older kids picked it up as much as the little ones. I am always trying to find alternatives to Halloween candy that aren't boring like raisins but fun. This DIY Halloween Party Favor: Witch Hat Craft Scented Play Dough is sure to do the trick! And what's so great about it ... continue reading...
Zuppa Toscana {Olive Garden Inspired}
When I eat at the Olive Garden, I pretty much stuff my face with bread sticks, soup and salad. When I discovered this Zuppa Toscana recipe I knew I had to try it. It's absolutely amazing! With every bite my two year old would say, "Mmmmmm, I like this." So I looked up online about 5 recipes and they were all pretty much the same ingredient but slightly varied. Here's what I came up with and our family absolutely LOVES! Update: I just started trying to eat healthy so I am sharing with you ... continue reading...
Easy Halloween Party Ideas: Pumpkin Decor, Crafts & Games for Kids
One year, we had a Pumpkin Patch Halloween Party theme and it was one of the easiest parties to plan and decorate for. Here are some of the fun ideas we came up with for our Pumpkin Patch party. I was very proud of myself 4 years ago to have come up with all of these ideas on my own because in this country Halloween doesn't exist but we didn't let that stop us from enjoying some of our fun little traditions so I had to get creative. I shared them on my blog years ago but back then it was itsy ... continue reading...
Halloween Party Favors: Pumpkin Play Dough Recipe and Treat
I love making crafts from baby jars. The unfortunate thing is I dont' have babies who eat from them so I have to collect them from friends or buy some baby food. My boys don't mind eating pureed fruit, they actually look forward to it. Well, I must admit I like the baby food fruit jars myself. Aren't these Halloween party favors just darling? I must warn you the play dough does smell like Pumpkin pie and you will be tempted to bake something pumpkin after making this! Follow us via ... continue reading...
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