DIY bookmarks

Use Nature to Make These DIY Bookmarks!

By Camille Graham | March 29, 2023 | DIY
Crafting with nature is a great way to repurpose some of nature's beauty! Use some things that you find outside to make these DIY Bookmarks with your kiddos. DIY Bookmarks Supplies: Ruff-age like leaves, flowers and ferns  Large book  Parchment paper  Thick cardstock  Scissors Craft glue Mod Podge or Contact paper String or Ribbon Instructions:  To

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IKEA Hacks: Making a Simple Window Herb Garden

By Giggle Magazine | March 21, 2023 | Articles , Happy Home
By now many of us are well aware of this Swedish company IKEA that sells all kinds of home goods at a reasonable price. What you may not be aware of is there is a whole movement of people that have found ways of customizing or repurposing IKEA products, turning them into brilliant products that

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Crafting With Toddlers

Make Crafting With Toddlers Easy and Fun!

By Nicole Irving, Publisher and Editor-In-Chief | March 14, 2023 | Conception 2 College , DIY , Toddler
You probably see the word “craft” and say “No way!” Crafting with toddlers may bring to mind lumps of ooey-gooey play dough, stamp pads and Popsicle sticks that create a mess on the dining room table. Trust me, I have been there. However, for your toddler, simple crafting is both educational and fun. Sure, they are going to make a mess, but they

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Teach Your Kiddos How To Start Saving for Retirement

By Jennifer Jensen | March 13, 2023 | Blog , Happy Home
Most of us know the younger we are when we start saving for our retirement, the more money we will have when it’s actually time to retire. But, what some of us may not consider is encouraging our children to begin saving for retirement. According to the AARP, In the past, advisers have recommended having

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Introducing Baby to Your Pet

By Jennifer Jensen | February 22, 2023 | Articles , Conception 2 College , infant
Our pets are typically in tune with us and are aware when our lives begin to change, including the impending arrival of a new baby. If you are expecting the arrival of a new bundle of joy, you will want to get your pet ready and ensure you have a plan in place for their

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Make These Easy DIY Bird Feeders

By Amanda Roland | February 15, 2023 | Blog , DIY , Home Life
One of the best things about spring-time is being able to hear the birds chirping outside. Make your yard more inviting to our flying friends by making a bird feeder! Reuse your leftover plastic Easter eggs to make these easy DIY Bird Feeders! DIY Bird Feeders What you'll need: Plastic eggs String Peanut butter Birdseed

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Valentine’s Day Treats

Three Easy DIY Valentine’s Day Treats

By Colleen McTiernan | February 2, 2023 | DIY , Forks & Spoons
From writing valentines to prepping delicious treats, getting your child ready for Valentine’s Day can be overwhelming. With class parties, doilies and cards galore, getting in the spirit to celebrate a day of “love” can be a struggle for all us parents. With February 14 fast approaching, keep these Valentine's Day Treats recipes in your

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Tie-Dye

Totally Tie-Dye: Jump on the Hottest DIY Trend

By Isabella Sorresso | January 24, 2023 | DIY , Happy Home
One of the biggest fashion trends we’ve seen is the reemergence of tie-dye! What may seem like a retired style now reserved exclusively for camp activities and middle school projects, is now making its way back into the mainstream. If you want to jump on the trend, but maybe haven’t done tie-dye since you were

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Easy Kid’s Crafts to Make From At-Home Supplies!

By Camille Graham | January 24, 2023 | DIY , uncategorized
There are so many hours to fill in a day, especially during the spring, holiday or summer break, that we bet you’re contemplating just parking your kids in front of the TV for a Paw Patrol marathon and calling it a day. While every family has different needs and wants for their kids during summertime

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