Children growing up is incredibly bittersweet. One day we will be faced with their graduation from high school and then hopefully college too. But before all of that grown up hubbub we have preschool and kindergarten to think about and enjoy (with … [Read more...]
How to Cut a Watermelon Quickly with Ease and Less Waste
Cutting a watermelon is super easy. Cutting a watermelon into bite size pieces is possible....and getting cute shapes is possible too. Read on to learn how to cut a watermelon quickly and soon you will be almost as professional as the people who … [Read more...]
End of the School Year Gift: Teacher Thank You Collage
The end of the school year is so bittersweet. You have finally gotten into a good rhythm with your schedule, know your child's teacher, made a few friends with the other parents...and then it all ends. A teacher thank you collage is a great way to … [Read more...]
Printable Last Day of School Certificate: Time Capsule Memories
It's such a cliche, but kids really do grow up so quickly. It's important to take a snapshot of kids at this very moment so we can look back on those memories later. Help children celebrate with a fun Last Day of School Certificate (that would be … [Read more...]
Thrift Store Jewelry Box Makeover: How to Make a Painted Jewelry Box
I am a thrift store junkie. When I see ugly things...like jewelry boxes....I am constantly wondering how I can make them cute. I also really love Pinterest and had witnessed some incredibly cute painted jewelry boxes show up in my feed. Well, … [Read more...]
Summer Fun on a Budget
Being in the midst of long hot summer days there is one thing we want to accomplish this summer. Everyone wants to have fun....but we don't want to break the bank. Summer fun happens every day without spending much (or any) money at all! Sure, … [Read more...]
Teaching Kids About Money: Investments With Kids
Teaching our children about money is complex. There is money itself, saving, spending....and even investing. As adults there are many of us who are not experts or even comfortable with money investments. That gets passed down to children never … [Read more...]
Frugal Summer Fun Ideas: Summer Theme Week Ideas
When summer is here it is easy for the weeks to melt into one another. Use a Summer Activity Schedule to plan your days. Give your weeks some extra pizzazz by having Summer Theme Weeks. Each week plan a different theme and delight your family. Be … [Read more...]
Wooden Fairy Craft Idea: Perfect for Summer, Birthday Parties, and More
My girls have loved fairies for a long time. It started with a healthy love of pirates mingled with Peter Pan and then the blonde little Pixie named Tinkerbell became one of their favorites. Grandma made two adorable fairy costumes so Little Sister … [Read more...]
Ladybug Hair Bow Tutorial
Lady bug hair bows are both cute and incredibly easy to make! There are so many reasons to follow this ladybug hair bow tutorial. They look adorable in hair (make two for pig tails!). They would also be an incredibly cute party favor for a ladybug … [Read more...]
Leandrea is a married mom of two girls, ages 7 and 8, living in Atlanta, GA. She is passionate about helping people save money one coupon at a time. Read more