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My Favorite Baby Items

I’ve had several soon-to-be moms ask me what my favorite new-mom items are. What are the things I can’t do without? I also remember before I had my oldest child. I felt so confused when deciding what to get. Money is tight for everyone, so it’s important to research and get the items right for […]

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Coasters and Hot Pads

Here is a great, easy craft for under $10, requires little time and is very useful. Make coasters and hot pads extremely cheap that fit your style. All you need are some tiles from a hardware store and foam circles. For the coasters, I used 4.25×4.25 inch tiles. Tiles can cost as little as $0.10 […]

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Mothers’ Day Breakfast

One of the greatest Mothers’ Day traditions is breakfast in bed. Here are some ideas to make this year’s breakfast extra special. Rather than make plain pancakes, dress them up by adding pineapple juice for half the liquid in a pancake mix. Add some flaked coconut as well and top with a berry syrup. Serve waffles with […]

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Mothers’ Day Gift

We all want to go the extra mile for our moms.  Here is a great Mothers’ Day gift you can personalize specifically for your mom. Decorate this box in your mom’s favorite color and style and fill it with her favorite treat. Start with a blank craft box.  Boxes are available at most craft stores […]

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Easter Place Cards

A few nights ago, my kids and I were all set to go to the library for craft night. I broke the cardinal rule and told my oldest of the outing more than five minutes before it was set to happen. My youngest was getting over a cold, and two hours before we planned to […]

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