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88 Really Awesome DIY Costume Ideas

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DIY Halloween Costumes make me nostalgic?  I remember the days when my mother was trying to help us quickly come up with a DIY costume that didn't involve too much work.  Halloween was the only day we saw our neighbors who didn't have kids. Have you watched the movie from Meg Ryan, You've Got Mail?  It's my favorite fall movie.  I love the scene when Meg is out frolicking with her niece and nephew out at some Fall festival in their neighborhood.  This scene speaks to me because that is what … [Read more...]

Cute Fall Home Decor That Your Kids Can Help Make

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It's time for fall home decor! With these cute fall home decor idea your kids can help make. These home decor crafts are: Simple.  Cute. Kid friendly.  What more can you want? From our Mom's Library I'm featuring: Our Little House in the Country's Pumpkin decor made from  cornstarch dough. Glam and Grace blog has these fabulous acorn decor with lots of bling. I can't wait to try these leaf bowl from The Crazy Coupon Lady. Another cute home decor craft your little one will love … [Read more...]

How To Make Tissue Paper Flowers

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Hispanic Heritage month is upon us!  So let's get to making some fun Tissue Paper Flowers! And if you want to learn how to make Papel Picado stop by HERE and see the step by step tutorial. Follow along via your favorite social network so you don’t miss any of our fun family articles :Pinterest Facebook or Twitter and our readers preferred way via email. I love this craft because it's a simple way the kids can get involved and learn a little bit of the Mexican paper art which can get as … [Read more...]

9 Must Do’s to Instill Creativity In Your Child

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9 Must Do's to Instill Creativity In Your Child My toddler was in the living room quietly playing while I was in the kitchen hesitantly creating in my own way--dinner. He was enthralled in his creative world. Dinner was over and I put them to bed. I went down to the living room and noticed he had not cleaned up his toys. Usually this annoys me because they know part of enjoying play time involves cleaning up their toys.  But instead, I tried following his train of thought in his play, … [Read more...]

Simple & Inexpensive Summer Bucket List Ideas

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It's summer! Well we actually still in school with two weeks to go but we are so ready for it.  I'm sharing with you a list of fabulous and fun simple & inexpensive VISUAL summer bucket list ideas.  Who says fun has to have a big fat price tag on it?  I love that it's a visual list! Also make sure you enter to win all of the fabulous prizes below from our Ultimate to Summer Guide Series that we'll be sharing all month long! Simple & Inexpensive Summer Bucket List Ideas 1. … [Read more...]