Looking to get your family outdoors this year? Below, check out the National Park Service FREE entrance days for 2023! Get your outdoor gear ready. This includes free entrance, commercial tours and transportation fees. There are 409 parks to visit throughout the United States so there is sure to be one near you. This is also a great opportunity to look […]
It’s never too late to decorate for Christmas. Our family loves decorating, and it’s always fun to make some of the decorations ourselves! This is also a great way to keep little hands busy when they are off from school… Frugal Christmas crafts are a fun way to decorate your home as well as an activity […]
Take the kids to your local Michael’s this Sunday December 18th from 2:00-4:00pm to learn how to use yarn in creative ways for gift wrap! This event is part of the Sunday Make Break project series. Classes are held every Sunday at your local Michael’s store. There is no need to register. Just show up! Click here to see the full calendar. […]
I love making this marshmallow salad for holidays! It reminds me of vintage recipes and it can be served as dessert or right alongside the main course. Feel free to add sliced grapes, shredded coconut, or whatever else sounds good to you! Tip: Mix everything together about 1 hour before you’re ready to serve. This […]
We love decorating for the holidays! It’s so fun, and even more fun when you can make your own Christmas crafts. Sometimes it can get expensive, so I’ve come up with a list of 10 Christmas craft ideas that are simple and you can get the materials without having to make a trip to Michael’s. […]
This is the time of year when it is so fun to make a big batch of hot chocolate or tea and curl up as a family on the couch with blankets to watch a Christmas movie. There are so many great films to watch at this time of year, both classics and newer releases, […]
If you have any dietary restrictions, you know finding good substitutes for things you enjoy can be hard. I’m always on the lookout for recipes to add to my repertoire for me or any others who need some alternatives. I’ve been trying to limit how much dairy I eat lately, so I’ve been exploring making […]
Happy National Gingerbread House Day! Pre-packaged Gingerbread House kits can get expensive (and messy). So, let’s talk about some alternatives if you don’t want to buy a kit or bake your own cookie structure. I even included a couple that don’t require any food! Decorated Pretzel Cabin Use graham crackers as a base to make […]
