A Dum Dum Christmas Tree is such a fun centerpiece during the holidays. Put one on your desk, front entry table, or dining table to treat kiddos who come to visit! A great project for kids to help with, too! This post contains affiliate links. We've made Halloween Dum Dum topiaries and Tootsie Pop patriotic topiaries. It was time to make a Christmas themed one, am I right? This Dum Dum Christmas tree is SO EASY to put together and is covered with green apple and strawberry Dum ... Read More about Make a Christmas Lollipop Tree (Dum Dum)
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The Creative Kids Gift Guide: Sewing, Cooking, Science+
The ultimate list of creative gifts for kids. The creative kids gift guide includes over 35 sewing, textile, crafty food, science, craft, cooking and baking gifts! This post contains affiliate links. My kids have been huge fans of craft and science kits and we usually have a few under the tree come Christmas time. Here is a collection of 36 different creative gift ideas for kids. We own many of them (I've marked each one that we own with a *) so they are already mom and kid ... Read More about The Creative Kids Gift Guide: Sewing, Cooking, Science+
Snowboarding Polar Bear Treats for Holiday Parties
These snowboarding polar bear treats are hilarious and you only need 2 items to make them! Great for class parties, birthday parties, and holiday crafts. This post contains affiliate links. Mac and I can't get over the cuteness of these snowboarding polar bear treats. We made a bagful to bring to his nursery friends at church in December, but they'd make cute wintertime treats for preschool classes in January, too! There are 14 children ages 3 and under in his nursery class. Bless those ... Read More about Snowboarding Polar Bear Treats for Holiday Parties
Countdown to Christmas Jar for Kids!
24 pieces of candy and a darling plush reindeer tucked into a plastic jar! Treat every day like Christmas with this countdown to Christmas jar. These jars would make great gifts for teachers, bus drivers, grandchildren, and for kids to make for themselves! Make one for each child and display them on the mantel! It's no secret that I have an obsession with cute Christmas advent calendars and countdowns. Case in point: 5 Christmas Countdown Ideas for Kids Tissue Paper Punch Advent ... Read More about Countdown to Christmas Jar for Kids!
Milk and Cookies Military Appreciation Gift
This Veteran's Day, take a moment to treat a local military family and veteran to a gift basket full of CHIPS AHOY! chocolate chip cookies, milk, napkins, and cups! "Cookies make the world a better place, and so do you. Thank you for your service!" A sweet way to show appreciation. This post has been sponsored by CHIPS AHOY! All thoughts and opinions are my own. It's hard to believe that 22 years have passed since my husband showed up at boot camp, a shy 17-year-old teen who has ... Read More about Milk and Cookies Military Appreciation Gift
Homemade Star Wars Costumes
Make a set of Star Wars themed costumes using these simple patterns! The pants can even be made without a pattern! Perfect for dressing up for Halloween. If you like these homemade costumes you'll love this collection of homemade Halloween costume ideas! My homemade Star Wars costumes were a huge success this year. All 3 of the kiddos were giddy as we headed out to go trick-or-treating. That makes every hour and every stitch absolutely worth it! The best part of the night was as ... Read More about Homemade Star Wars Costumes
Wrapping Paper Gift Bags & More Paper Crafts for Kids
Make your own gift bags out of wrapping paper! Wrapping paper gift bags come together in just minutes and are so fun to customize! A great paper craft for kids to make this holiday season! This post contains affiliate links. My girls are all about making their own gifts for each other during the holidays. One year Ruby made 5-minute hand warmers for her siblings and Kaylee made finger knitted scarves. They were so excited on Christmas morning to have their gifts opened by family members. ... Read More about Wrapping Paper Gift Bags & More Paper Crafts for Kids
DIY Christmas Tree Advent Calendar That Kids Can Sew
A darling DIY Christmas tree advent calendar that kids can sew using a needle and thread, and a collection of other EASY holiday projects that kids can sew! This post contains affiliate links. Count down the days until December 25th with this colorful Christmas tree advent calendar! Starting on December 1st, add one ornament every day until Christmas Day when you finally get to add the star to your tree! My friend, Tiffany from Peanut Blossom, recently sent me a photo of her ... Read More about DIY Christmas Tree Advent Calendar That Kids Can Sew
Lip Gloss Ornaments Are a Fun Gift For Teens!
These lip gloss ornaments come together in just minutes and are so fun to give to teens and tweens during the holidays! They're a hit at gift exchanges, too! And don't stop there. They would be so fun to tie onto a gift all year long. Add one to a birthday gift, give as party favors at a slumber party or birthday party or make and give as secret sister gifts at Girl's Camp! This post contains affiliate links. Coming up with cute little gifts to spoil the girls that I work with at church ... Read More about Lip Gloss Ornaments Are a Fun Gift For Teens!
