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Homemade Piggy Bank Ideas for Kids

Kristi — Fri, 04 Aug 2017 14:00:23 +0000

Teaching the kids about money isn’t always easy but this fun craft makes money fun for kids of all ages. These homemade piggy bank ideas for kids are so fun and the kids love making them!

This craft is fun and teaches your kids how to save money. You can get creative with the patterns and colors used on the piggy banks. Use your kids favorite colors and designs.

Homemade Piggy Bank for Kids

What’s Needed

3 Empty food containers of various sizes with lids
3 Sheets craft paper with designs
3 Sheets colored cardstock paper
Letter Stickers
Hot Glue Gun/Glue
Scissors

Directions

First, cut each piece of design paper to the size of each container to wrap around it.

Wrap the paper around each container and glue down the edge.

With your scissors, cut a small rectangular hole in each plastic lid, large enough to fit coins into.

Cut small round pieces of the design paper out to fit onto each plastic lid, glue on each lid, and cut through the paper to make an opening where your hole is in the lid.

Now cut 3 rectangle size shapes out of the colored cardstock paper. Make sizes of your choice based on each container size.

Using the letter stickers, spell out the words: Save, Spend, Give. Put one word on each rectangle paper.

Glue each word paper to a container of your choice.

Just snap the lids on and you’re ready to start filling with money! Great way to teach kids money handling skills!

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DIY Ribbon Flip Flops

Kristi — Mon, 01 May 2017 19:07:28 +0000

With summer approaching, kids will be home and bored! We’ve all heard it before “I’m bored, there is nooothhhhing to do!” Well here’s a fun project for all ages but this one is an especially good craft for teens. These DIY ribbon flip flops are so fun to make and look beautiful once they are finished. Check out even more of my easy DIY crafts here!

Here’s a tip: Grab flip-flops from Old Navy when they do their $1 flip-flop sale! It’s the perfect time to stock up on flip-flops. Walmart also has great prices on flip flops as well. Keep your eyes peeled as you don’t want to spend too much money on the flip flops.

This is a great opportunity to let you teen get creative with different colors and patterns. The best part is this is a super frugal craft and easy to make.

My daughter is only eight but she still really enjoyed making her own flip-flops! I’m always keeping an eye out for great deals on flip-flops and ribbon. I try to stay stocked up on both so that we are never without the supplies needed to make these adorable ribbon flip flops.

DIY Ribbon Flip Flops The Perfect Craft for Teens

What’s Needed:

Flip Flops (check out Old Navy or Walmart)
Ribbon, multi-color/design
Scissors

Directions:

Cut pieces of ribbon about 6 inches long. You will need between 14 and 20 pieces depending on the size of the flip-flops you are using.
Take a piece of ribbon and tie it around the band of the flip-flop and make sure to knot it twice so it is nice and secure.
Repeat step 2 until you have filled the flip-flop bands as much as you’d like.
Great for parties or a summertime craft for teens!

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Over 20 Butterfly Crafts for Kids

Kristi — Tue, 25 Apr 2017 19:32:42 +0000

I can’t believe how quickly summer is approaching!

However, with summer comes board children.

I feel like I’m always trying to find fun ways to keep the kids entertained.

Having kids at all different stages makes it hard to find fun crafts that everyone will enjoy.

These butterfly crafts are great for kids of all ages!

These butterfly crafts are also perfect for those scorching hot summer days when all you want to do is stay indoors.

Easy Butterfly Craft Ideas for Kids

Here are over 20 butterfly crafts that will make mama and kids happy!

The great thing about these crafts is that even the youngest of kids can join in on the fun!

My 9-year-old daughter loves making these crafts. Even our 2-year-old son likes to get in on the fun.

This is a great craft for kids that are a bit younger: Coffee Filter Butterfly Crafts For Preschoolers

This is seriously one of the cutest crafts. This one is a must try! Paper Plate Butterfly Kids Craft

If you are working on letters of the weeks with the kiddo’s, give this one a try! B Butterfly Letter Week Craft

Another fun craft but this one is edible! Kids Edible Butterfly Craft

This one makes for a great keepsake. Handprint Wooden Spoon Butterflies Kid Craft

My daughter loves doing this craft and it comes out so pretty. Watercolor Butterfly

If you are looking for an easy craft, try this one! Coffee Filter Butterfly

This is a super cute way to decorate the kid’s bedroom windows. DIY Window Clings Butterflies

Another super fun and easy craft. Tissue Paper Butterfly Craft

Here is another letter of the week craft for the preschoolers. B is For Butterfly Craft

These bracelets are so cute and a great way to teach the kids about butterflies. Butterfly Life Cycle Pasta Bracelets

We have so many of these on our fridge. Super cute project. Tie Dye Butterfly Magnet

Kids are loving the washi tape crafts, so this one is a huge hit. Tie Dye Coffee Filter And Washi Tape Butterfly

We haven’t tried this one but it sure does look fun! Kids Spring Themed Craft Tissue Paper Butterflies

Save up those toilet paper rolls, you’ll need them for this craft. Easy Butterfly Toilet Paper Roll Craft

Another fun craft to teach kids all about butterflies. Butterfly Life Cycle Craft

So pretty! How To Make A Gorgeous Butterfly

This craft makes a great gift for parents and grandparents. Paper Handprint Butterfly Craft

Another fun craft to make as gifts. Painted and Jeweled Butterflies

Sponge painting is so much fun for the kids. Sponge Painted Butterfly Craft For Kids

Another one we haven’t tried but want to. Butterfly Craft For Kids

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The Best Body Butter Recipes

Kristi — Mon, 10 Apr 2017 14:00:05 +0000

Have you tried making your own beauty products? I’ve made so many and let me tell you, once you get started, it can be pretty addicting! It’s so fun to make your own products and even better when you know exactly what goes into them.

Body butters are just one of the few homemade beauty products you can make. You can make your own soaps, bath bombs, makeup and so much more! Just take the time to get creative and you’ll find you can pretty much make anything you want.

Today, I’m sharing some of the best body butter recipes. Each recipe is homemade and so easy to make.

Love a good body butter recipe? These body butter recipes are perfect for anyone looking to make their own homemade beauty products.

The Best Body Butter Recipes

This body butter recipe uses essential oils and also has a video so you can watch it being made in action!

If you love the smell of cookies then you’ll love this whipped sugar cookie body butter recipe.

This homemade vanilla lemon body butter recipe is one that I made and absolutely love! Seriously, give it a try.

This DIY whipped coconut oil body butter smells like heaven!

This chocolate body butter is amazing and it looks good enough to eat.

The smell of this vanilla body butter is to die for not to mention it leaves your skin so soft.

If you love peppermint then this vanilla peppermint body butter is for you.

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This DIY lavender body butter is so relaxing, try putting it on at night after a warm bath.

If you’re feeling a little dry give this moisturizing body butter a go.

I love this post because it tells you exactly how to make your own coconut oil body butter.

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Cranberry Sugar Scrub

Kristi — Fri, 21 Oct 2016 15:23:33 +0000

I love homemade beauty products! There isn’t anything much better than saving money and knowing what you are putting on your body. Making your own beauty products is so easy and usually only requires a few ingredients. This homemade cranberry sugar scrub only takes about ten minutes to make and you’ll absolutely love how it feels on your body.

This cranberry sugar scrub is also a fun homemade gift idea for friends and family during the holidays. If you’ve never made your own beauty products before, go ahead and give this one a try. I promise you won’t be disappointed!

Cranberry Sugar Scrub

Time: 10 minutes

Makes: 12 oz.

Ingredients

• 1 cup Frozen Whole Cranberries

• 1 cup Cane Sugar

• ½ cup Brown Sugar

• 1 cup Organic Virgin Coconut Oil (room temperature)

• 1 tbsp. Cinnamon Flavoring

• 2 tbsp. Dried Cranberries (garnish)

Instructions

1. Using a blender (I recommend NutriBullet), blend frozen cranberries for at least 10 seconds or until crushed.

2. Combine cane sugar and brown sugar in medium mixing bowl.

3. Add room temperature coconut oil to mixture. Stir until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

4. Add crushed cranberries and cinnamon flavoring to sugar mixture. Stir well until completely combined.

5. Garnish with thinly sliced dried cranberries.

6. Store in mason jar with tightly sealed lid.

Tip #1: use organic ingredients.

Tip #2: works as an exfoliator and moisturizer.

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Easy Easter Crafts for Kids

Kristi — Mon, 18 Jan 2016 15:00:07 +0000

My kids absolutely love Easter. I think it’s one of those favorite holidays and to be honest, it’s my favorite holiday. I just can’t get enough of those Cadbury Eggs. Besides the yummy candy, I love easy Easter crafts for kids. We always have so much fun doing Easter crafts.

15 Easy Easter Crafts for Kids

1. Bunny Paper Bag Puppet from Glue Sticks and Gumdrops

2. Toilet Roll Bunnies from Molly Moo Crafts

3. DIY Easter Egg Garland from The Jenny Evolution

4. Bunny Canvas from Mod Podge Rocks

5. Recycled Art Easter Eggs from B-Inspired

6. Wooden Bunny Necklace from Mommy Coddle

7. Jumping Bunny Craft from Mom Dot

8. DIY Yarn Wrapped Easter Egg Wreath from The SITS Girls

9. Foam Cup Bunnies from Crafts by Amanda

10. DIY Foil Easter Eggs from Simply Designing

11. Pom Pom Chickens for Easter from Practically Functional

12. Easter Apron from AKA Design

13. Painted Bunny Jars from Yesterday on Tuesday

14. Baking Soda Easter Eggs from The DIY Dreamer

15. Kids Candy Bracelet from Uncommon Designs

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How to Make Homemade DIY Candles

Kristi — Wed, 14 Oct 2015 14:00:38 +0000

My daughter loves to do crafts, but I’m not the most crafty mom on the block. If I’m going to do crafts, they need to be simple crafts. When we were at Hobby Lobby the other day, she saw a candle making set for little kids. It was cute but kind of cheesy at the same time. However, my daughter was keen on making candles. I talked with one of the sales associates and learned that it really wasn’t that hard to make your own candles. These homemade DIY candles not only are they easy but they smell amazing!

I’ve been asked how old my daughter is, she’s eight and was able to help with this craft. She needed a little help with the glue gun and microwaving the wax but other than that, she was very hands on!

Since doing this project, we have signed up for several courses on Craftsy. It’s been a great mother – daughter bonding experience for us.

Homemade DIY Candles

You can create your homemade DIY candles to match any holiday and you can even pick which scent you’d like. There are so many scents to choose from.

Ingredients:

Mason jars. Any size you prefer.
Soy candle wax ( I used about 6 cups)
Wicks
Candle scents ( I used between 3 and 5 drops)
Karo syrup
Sprinkles
Ribbon for the outside of the candle
Small paint brush
A glue gun also helps

Directions:

1. Pour your Karo syrup in a small bowl and then begin painting the inside of your mason jar with the Karo syrup. You want to ensure you get the entire inside covered. Once you have the inside covered with the Karo syrup, you pour in your sprinkles. Make sure to get the sides coated up really good.

2. With your glue gun add a small dab of glue to the bottom middle of your mason jar. Then quickly and carefully place the candle wick over the glue. It’s best to press down on the wick for a few seconds to ensure it sticks. You can also use Karo syrup instead of a glue gun.

3. Heat up your wax, I like to microwave the wax in 30-second intervals, stirring each time. Microwave until the wax is completely melted.

4. Once the wax is completely melted, add in your candle scent mixing well, then you’ll pour it into your mason jar. Let sit until the wax is completely firm.

5. Once the wax is firm, you can decorate the outside of the jar. Get creative with your homemade DIY candles.

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Caramel Apple Popsicle Stick Craft

Kristi — Mon, 07 Sep 2015 14:00:42 +0000

Are you ready for those long rainy fall days? I know I am! Don’t get me wrong, I love summer, but there is just something about the fall season that’s calming. Rainy days, warm food, cooler weather and fun fall crafts. This popsicle stick craft is the perfect craft for us moms who just aren’t the super crafty type. It’s hard for me to come up with crafts to do with my kids since crafting really isn’t something I’m good at. The kids will love this craft and you’ll enjoy doing something fun with the kids! My favorite part about this craft is that it uses sprinkles instead of glitter. So much easier on clean-up.

Caramel Apple Popsicle Stick Craft

Let the kids use their imagination and really make this project their own.

Materials:
12×12 sheet brown scrapbook paper
12×12 sheet red scrapbook paper
12×12 sheet green scrapbook paper
Elmer’s glue
Craft or Popsicle sticks
Pencil
Kids Scissors
Sprinkles

Directions:
1. Trace a large glass on your green, red, and twice on your brown paper
2. On your brown circles, draw wavy lines from one middle to the other
3. Cut out all 4 of your circles

4. Now cut along the wavy line on your brown circles
5. Using Elmer’s glue, glue your caramel (1/2 brown circles) on top of your green and red circles
6. Turn your caramel apples over and glue 1 craft stick on the back of each one
7. Now put a few dabs of glue on the caramel part of your apple and spread around with your finger tip
8. Over a garbage can, pour sprinkles on top of the glue
9. Let these adorable caramel apples dry and they are ready to display

It really doesn’t get much easier!

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Scarecrow Crafts

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Scarecrow Crafts for Kids

Kristi — Wed, 02 Sep 2015 14:00:21 +0000

I think I’m going crazy counting down the days till it’s officially fall. Fall is my favorite time of year. I love the changing of the leaves, saying goodbye to 100 degree days, eating all the yummy foods that come along with the fall season and of course doing fun fall crafts with the kids.

These scarecrow crafts are going to be at the top of our activity list this fall.

Scarecrow Crafts for Kids

Here are fun scarecrow crafts to do with the kids this fall.

1. Popsicle Stick Scarecrow | Crafty Morning

2. Coffee Can Scarecrow | Crafts by Amanda

3. Scarecrow Wooden Spoon Puppet | Our Little House in the Country

4. Paper Bag Scarecrow Hat | About a Mom

5. Paper Bag Scarecrow | We Made That

6. Shape Scarecrow Craft | No Time for Flash Cards

7. Toilet Paper Roll Scarecrow | Still Playing School

8. Paper Plate Scarecrow | No Time for Flash Cards

9. Handprint Scarecrow | Crafty Morning

10. Scarecrow Puppet | Dollar Store Mom

11. Caramel Apple Popsicle Craft | The Classy Chapter

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25 Homemade Beauty Products

Kristi — Mon, 24 Aug 2015 14:00:34 +0000

If there is one thing you should know about me it’s that I love beauty products. I’m not joking when I say that I have a locked safe full of beauty products.

My problem is that beauty products are so expensive! Thankfully, you can make your own. Yep, just about everything you use right now you can make from scratch.

Don’t believe me? Just look at the list below or do a quick Google search and you’ll see that you can make everything. Making your own homemade beauty products really isn’t all that hard.