In honor of the DVD release of Disney's "The Nutcracker and the Four Realms", I'm going to share how to Make Your Own Snow Globe so you too can bring the Land of Snowflakes to life!
How to Make Your Own Snow Globe - Disney's "Nutcracker & the Four Realms" NOW on DVD
Tuesday, January 29, 2019
How to Make Candy Cane Peppermint Glitter Slime {Easy Holiday Craft for Kids}
Monday, December 24, 2018
Holiday Break is here! If you are in need of activities to keep the kiddos occupied, especially since it's likely too cold to go outside, I have a great one for you! DIY Peppermint Slime!
How to Make Reindeer Food {Plus FREE Printable}
We set out cookies and milk for Santa. But what about for his reindeer? Some set out carrots, but we like to make reindeer food! It is super easy to make and I also have a few tips and tricks to make it all that more magical.
Christmas with Peppa Pig {FREE Printable Coloring Sheets & More}
Wednesday, December 12, 2018
Celebrate the Holidays with Peppa Pig! I am a Peppa Pig Parent and recently was sent a TON of goodies that my nieces and son are going to flip over. They have so many cute stocking stuffers and more just in time for the holidays. And I decided I would share some fun holiday Peppa Pig coloring sheets, activities, and more.
Peppa is a loveable, cheeky little piggy who lives with her little brother George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig. Peppa's favourite things include playing games, dressing up, days out and jumping in muddy puddles. Do you have a Peppa Pig fan in your house?
Check out all of the Peppa Pig Stocking Stuffers!
Personalize Your Holiday with Crayola Crayon Melter
Friday, December 7, 2018
This time of year is fun for so many reasons. Holiday events, baking all season long, and making gifts for friends and family whether that is homemade holiday cards, ornaments, and so much more. This year we received some goodies from Crayola to make some super special holiday décor gifts for family.
Crayola Crayon Melter brings renewed life to Crayola crayon sets everywhere with melted crayon artwork that's easier than ever before to create. That's right! Now you can use up those broken crayons and make beautiful artwork to share with everyone.
Making Valentine Boxes with Welch's Fruit Snacks
Monday, January 29, 2018
It's getting to be that time of year again! Valentine's Day will be here in a few weeks. I have been thinking of easy valentine options for my kiddos class exchanges because I'm that mom and I'm okay with it. I love unique valentine gift giving ideas, but they need to be quick and easy.
The Welch’s® Fruit Snacks Valentine’s Day themed box and pouch have custom Valentine’s-themed graphics with heart-shaped pieces with fun emojis. The snacks are perfect for Valentine’s Day parties, as each pouch features a “To/From” sign-able front panel. Moms and Dads love that every pack is made with REAL Fruit, is Gluten-Free, and contains No Preservatives. Welch’s® Fruit Snacks feature fruit as the first ingredient, so they taste delicious!
Frost Their World with Sweetlings by Alex Brands
Monday, November 20, 2017
I received complimentary products to share this post. This post contains affiliate links. All opinions are my own.
My daughter loves to craft. She has also started wanting to learn how to cook and bake in the kitchen. I think it's because it's a very creative process. I was recently introduced to a craft by Alex Brands that captures the current decorating food trends into a fun and addicting craft. So for an early birthday present, I decided to introduce her to the world of Sweetlings.
There are so many Sweetlings characters to choose from to create. The top part is made of squeezable, whipped clay and you can customize each with stickers and other accessories. Once the moldable clay becomes dry, the characters are fun toys! Each set comes with everything you need to make one of the ten different characters which names include:
Giving the Gift of Creative Play with Schleich
Friday, November 17, 2017
Since the weather is turning colder and we are staying indoors more, I have decided to share a great rainy day activity - DIY Farm Life Sensory Bin. Sensory play enhances learning through hands-on activities that stimulate the child's senses. This is a great way for children to explore the world they live in. Sensory play supports language development, cognitive growth, fine/gross motor skills, problem solving skills, and social interaction.
This post is part of a sponsored campaign for Schleich. I received compensation for my participation, but my review and opinions are my own.
Here is what you'll need to make a DIY Farm Life Sensory Bin:
DIY Bubble Solution and Bubble Painting Craft
Friday, June 30, 2017
This post is part of a sponsored campaign for Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. I received compensation for my participation, but my review and opinions are my own.
For some reason kids just love playing with bubbles. Whatever a child likes about bubbles - the benefits speak through fine motor skills, sensory skills, oral motor skills, and the list goes on. I have a special bubble solution recipe as well as a super fun and easy bubble painting craft to celebrate Teletubbies' 20 Years of Big Hugs throughout 2017 and the release of their new TELETUBBIES: BUBBLES DVD.
What I love about this craft is that it was so easy and the kids enjoyed it. My son is three and still has a little trouble blowing bubbles, but practice makes perfect which can help him with his speech as well.
Smiling Together with Entenmann’s® Little Bites® and Smurfs
Tuesday, April 11, 2017
My kids love Entenmann’s® Little Bites® so I was so excited to receive the opportunity to share about a fantastic way for you to go to see the new Smurfs movie at a discounted price AND eat some very yummy blueberry muffins that my kids absolutely LOVE!
Have you heard the news? The Smurfs are back! And this time they are not alone. Entenmann’s® Little Bites® wants you to see the new movie that came out in theaters April 7th, "Smurfs: The Lost Village". Entenmann’s® Little Bites® and SMURFS: The Lost Village™ are Smiling Together. Buy (2) 5ct, (1) 10ct, or (1) 20ct specially designed boxes of Little Bites Smurf Blueberry Muffins between 4/7/17 & 4/28/17 and get $5.00 OFF a Fandango ticket to see the movie!
Have you heard the news? The Smurfs are back! And this time they are not alone. Entenmann’s® Little Bites® wants you to see the new movie that came out in theaters April 7th, "Smurfs: The Lost Village". Entenmann’s® Little Bites® and SMURFS: The Lost Village™ are Smiling Together. Buy (2) 5ct, (1) 10ct, or (1) 20ct specially designed boxes of Little Bites Smurf Blueberry Muffins between 4/7/17 & 4/28/17 and get $5.00 OFF a Fandango ticket to see the movie!
Easy DIY Chalkboard Sign Ideas
Friday, March 17, 2017
Happy St. Patrick's Day! The day where everyone is a little bit Irish!
And I have an awesome giveaway for you with Liquid Chalk Ink Markers by CHALKOLA.
Have you seen those super cute chalkboard signs? People use them for birthday, back to school, pregnancy announcements, you name it. I love them. I think they are a great way to mark a special occasion. I thought I would share all the ways that you could easily use these markers to celebrate a multitude of special events because these markers give you bold, smooth letters that won't get smudged once dried.
Have you seen those super cute chalkboard signs? People use them for birthday, back to school, pregnancy announcements, you name it. I love them. I think they are a great way to mark a special occasion. I thought I would share all the ways that you could easily use these markers to celebrate a multitude of special events because these markers give you bold, smooth letters that won't get smudged once dried.
Some "Bunny" Likes You - Non-Candy Valentine Idea + FREE Printable
Friday, February 3, 2017
With Valentine's Day right around the corner, I have been thinking what we were going to do differently this year. My daughter is in Kindergarten and has 22 classmates. I really wanted to give non-candy Valentine's this year. I feel like we just got rid of all the Halloween candy! So I created these "Some Bunny Likes You" Printables for you all to enjoy!
My kids love these Annie's Homegrown snack packs. I pack them in my daughter's lunch box as well as take them on the road with us. And they come in a perfect bunny shape too! They come in larger boxes if you want to pack them in baggies, but I like these ones that are already individually wrapped. They also make fruit gummies as well. And if you're wondering, no this post isn't sponsored, we just love Annie's Homegrown Snacks! I just love that they are a socially conscious business who specializes in organic ingredients and focusing on sustainability.
How to Make Your House More Marketable
Wednesday, January 4, 2017
When my husband and I bought our old house over nine years ago, I don't think we ever thought we would live in it as long as we did. But then the market crashed months later and we were stuck. Our first house was a great starter home, but not so great for our growing family.
I am not a real estate agent. I do have family members who are and we did consult with them before we decided to put our house on the market. But since we have finally completed the process, I thought I would give my tips to sell your house and make your home more marketable for buyers.
DIY Hairbows + Tutorial
Monday, April 4, 2016
This post contains affiliate links.
I have been making Sweet Pea's hair bows for a few years now. I took a break because honestly? She had almost every color and I didn't really need to make one. But I decided to pick it up again since my sister-in-law is pregnant with girl number four and as I was scouring the old links I had pinned on Pinterest, I noticed they no longer existed! How sad! So I wanted something that was easy to pin for all your bow making needs.
Okay so here is a list of what you will need to make these bows.
Easy Halloween Picture Frame Craft
Saturday, October 17, 2015
I received complimentary products from Oriental Trading to provide this post. All opinions are my own.
I shared our Halloween costumes from Oriental Trading earlier this week, but did you know they sell crafts as well? And for great prices! My daughter and I had a blast making these super easy Halloween picture frames.
I was sent this Halloween Craft Kit Assortment and it included these picture frames, a pumpkin patch craft, a cute candy corn craft, and some scary assorted faces as well. I'm really excited to share it with her class.
18 Month Update + Easy DIY Chalkboard Signs
Friday, September 11, 2015
I received complimentary products to provide this review. All opinions are my own.
Have you seen those super cute chalkboard signs? People use them for birthday, back to school, pregnancy announcements, you name it. I love them. I think they are a great way to mark a special occasion. Like my little man turning 18 months old! :D
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| Taken 9/8/2015, although 9/6 was his half birthday. |
I will give you a full update when he goes to the doctor (which will most likely be after vacation). But isn't the picture just too cute? And it was so easy to make thanks to a random chalk board we had lying around and the Liquid Chalk Ink Markers by CHALKOLA I was sent to review.
I thought I would share all the ways that you could easily use these markers to celebrate a multitude of special events because these markers give you bold, smooth letters that won't get smudged once dried.
I thought I would share all the ways that you could easily use these markers to celebrate a multitude of special events because these markers give you bold, smooth letters that won't get smudged once dried.
"Thanks a Latte" Super Easy Teacher Gift
Wednesday, May 13, 2015
This post is part of a sponsored campaign with MyPrintly and MomSelect. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
My daughter is ending her first year of school. She is in 3K and only goes three days a week. I love her school. I love how far she has come. Her teachers are truly amazing and since I totally flopped on a Christmas gift, I wanted to do something extra special to say thanks for a great year. So since my daughter's teachers have mentioned a time or two about their LOVE of Starbucks, I decided to give them a gift card, but that isn't enough. I wanted to make sure it was extra special.
Thanks to MyPrintly, creating DIY projects is super easy. You can share your favorite memories with friends and family through photo collages and cards that you can print at home or order with ease. No more excuses on why you don't have printed photos for the grandparents. My mother-in-law is always wanting pictures of her five beautiful grandbabies. She even has what she calls a "nana-book" full of pictures perfect for showing them off to everyone she meets. With MyPrintly you can make photo books, mugs, calendars, magnets, and so much more. Great for a last minute gift idea as well.
DIY Castle Valentine Box
Wednesday, February 11, 2015
This was our first year making a Valentine Box.
Handmade Holiday Gift Guide Giveaway
Monday, November 11, 2013
Welcome to the 2013 Handmade Holiday Gift Guide!
I am thrilled to introduce you to these amazing Etsy shops so that you can find one of a kind gifts for all your favorite people. With over one million sellers on Etsy, it can be difficult to find exactly what you are looking for and be assured of the quality. This giveaway is hosted by Bare Feet on the Dashboard who handpicked 15 shops to feature in this gift guide and reviewed items from each shop so you will know you are getting the best.
Check out the shops below, click over to the full reviews, and be sure to enter the big giveaway below. Give handmade this Christmas and make sure your loved ones have a gift like no one else. Please keep in mind that you will need to order by early December for personalized items and some artisans may have earlier deadlines.
Learn more about our participating shops below.
1) Alphabet Soup
Alphabet Soup is a lovely shop based in Ontario run by Tammy and Vanessa and specializing in handmade wooden and crocheted nursing/teething necklaces and soother/pacifier clips. Check out the full review here. Alphabet Soup is giving away a $15 shop credit.
Gifts for: moms of infants, babies, pregnant and expectant adoptive moms
Price Range: $14-20
2) Tuscany Creative
Head to Tuscany Creative for the best in felt handmade toys and Christmas tree ornaments. Read the full review here. BFOTDB is in love with the felt farm set, tool set, woodland animal ornaments, and nativity set. You will want to buy everything in this shop. Tuscany Creative is giving away a $10 shop credit.
Gifts for: babies, kids (lots of boy and gender neutral gifts which are harder to find), and adults who love Christmas ornaments
Price Range: $6-55
3) Tasteful Tikes
3) Tasteful Tikes
At Tasteful Tikes shoppers will find gorgeous baby girl clothes created from vintage linens. The craftsmanship is exquisite and the designs are inventive. Read the full review of a vintage eyelet lace skirt here. This precious skirt is priced at only $15. Tasteful Tikes is giving away a $25 shop credit.
Gifts for: babies, girls, expectant moms, vintage collectors
Price Range: $7 (vintage linens) - $32 (dresses)
4) Designs by MSusan
Snuggly Swaddle Dolls are the perfect gift for baby's first Christmas. Etsy shop Designs by MSusan features these beautiful loveys inspired by Russian nesting dolls. You can customize the hair color and swaddle fabric, and find matching sets for siblings, as well as boy and gender neutral options. Read the full review here. Designs by MSusan is giving away a $25 shop credit.
Gifts for: babies, kids, expectant moms
Price Range: $22 for one or $43 for a set
5) Peace Love and Baby Shop
If you are looking for handmade stocking stuffers under $10, Peace Love and Baby Shop is the place. From travel play mats to one of a kind bibs to delightful felt food, all the small folks on your list are covered. BFOTDB reviewed a travel chalkboard mat priced at $7, and would highly recommend it as a gift for any kid from 2 and up. Read the full review here. Peace Love and Baby Shop is giving away a $10 shop credit.
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Gifts for: toddlers and kids of all ages, parents and caregivers, stocking stuffers
Price Range: $2-8.50 (Seriously!)
6) Tiny Taylor's Creations
Tiny plush friends are ready and waiting to jump in to the stocking of child in your life this Christmas at Tiny Taylor's Creations. These unique embroidered toys are so detailed and perfect for kids and collectors of all ages. The four sweet plushies reviewed were of the highest quality and loved by all. Read the full review here. As well as handmade toys inspired by popular characters, Robyn also creates custom works. Tiny Taylor's Creations is giving away a $20 shop credit.
Gifts for: kids, babies, stocking stuffers, collectors
Price Range: $15-135 (for sets)
7) Sugar Plum Lane Baby
Visit Sugar Plum Lane Baby to find the perfect gift for any stylish baby, toddler, or kid in your life. She specializes in gorgeous leggings and snuggly blankets in creative patterns. Click here for the full review. Sugar Plum Lane Baby is giving away a $50 shop credit.
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Price Range: $5.50-75
8) Printable Wisdom
Gifts for: everyone on your list
Price Range: $5-50
Do you need a thoughtful, personal gift right now? Check out Printable Wisdom for gifts you can download immediately after purchase to print and give instantly. Read the full review here. Printable Wisdom is giving away a $25 shop credit.
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Price Range: $5-50
9) Stamped with Hope
Gifts for: everyone on your list
Price Range: $13-165
Handmade gifts for men are notoriously hard to find, but Stamped with Hope has you covered with gifts for the fishermen and golfers in your life. With three shops available, find a gift for anyone on your list. All proceeds go towards the establishment of Hope Ranch in Missouri for children with special emotional and developmental needs. Read the full review here. Use the coupon code HOPERANCH1 for a 10% discount at all three shops.
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Price Range: $13-165
10) uniqueannick
Gifts for: babies, decorative gifts
Price Range: $16-25
Baby onesies with flair and personalized canvas art are among the gift options offered at uniqueannick. Find gifts for baby girls, boys, and gender neutral options, as well as for your friends who love handmade decorative options. Read the full review here. Uniqueannick is giving away a $20 shop credit.
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Price Range: $16-25
11) Oakleigh Park
A handmade, personalized doll is one of the most special gifts you can give to a little girl. At Oakleigh Park you will find not only beautiful one of a kind angels for your little angel, but also girls' accessories, tutus, flower girl dresses, baby barefoot shoes, quilts, and so much more. Read the full review of Oakleigh Park's Personalized Adorable Angel Dolls here. Oakleigh Park is giving away a $25 shop credit.
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Gifts for: babies, little girls, baptisms/christenings/dedications, expectant moms, flower girls
Price Range: $10-85
12) Regal Cottage
Gifts for: babies and kids
Price Range: $12-136
If you are searching for a baby gift, Regal Cottage is the perfect stop. The shop has really precious rattles and balls just perfect tiny hands, with lots of great boy and gender neutral options. Read the full review here. Regal Cottage is giving away a $15 shop credit.
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Price Range: $12-136
13) Heather Rogers Designs
Gifts for: everyone on your list
Price Range: $12-104
Personalized ornaments, bibs, onesies, t-shirts, and family shirt sets can all be found at a one stop shop. Visit Heather Rogers Designs for custom gifts for everyone on your list. Read the full review here. Heather Rogers Designs is giving away an ornament valued at $16.
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Price Range: $12-104
14) Baby Simply Stated
Gifts for: babies and kids
Price Range:$9-30
Looking for a personalized onesie for a special wee one? Check out the designs at Baby Simply Stated. Read the full review here. Baby Simply Stated is giving away a $20 shop credit.
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Price Range:$9-30
15) Lil Things by Aimee
Gifts for: moms, expectant mamas, and babies
Price Range:$5-20
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Visit Lil Things by Aimee for perfect stocking stuffers for moms and babies on your list teething/nursing necklaces, sippie cup leashes, and much more. Read the full review here. Lil Things by Aimee is giving away a holiday sippie cup leash valued at $10.
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Price Range:$5-20
Be sure to head over to Bare Feet on the Dashboard to see the full gift guide and in depth reviews of products from each shop. Enter the giveaway using the Rafflecopter form below. You don't have to be a blogger or have a Facebook page to enter, just an email address. This giveaway will end at midnight on November 23rd and is open worldwide. Bare Feet on the Dashboard and all Handmade Holiday Gift Guide and Giveaway participating bloggers are not responsible for prize fulfillment.
D.I.Y. New Mom Survival Kit Tutorial
Saturday, March 2, 2013
My sister-in-law is 32 weeks pregnant with her first baby. I decided that I would throw together a New Mommy Survival Kit for those first few weeks home. This could be a shower gift, hospital gift, or something you give them once the new mom is at home. You can mix an match any item you'd like, but I decided to go with a slightly more realistic approach than what I've seen on Pinterest. This might also make a GREAT gag gift that might actually come in handy!
Lansinoh Breast Cream/Pads
or other favorite breastfeeding care items
These are just the best! :D
Pacifiers/Soothies
If you want to be a human pacifier, that's up to you. But I did not and in my experience, it really isn't wise because they can get too full and be unhappy.
Bottled Water
When you are nursing, you are ALWAYS thirsty! Always carry water with you everywhere you go.
Power Bars
Perfect go to snack when the new mother needs fuel because they are making milk for a human after all.
Headband/Hair Ties
Who has time to fix their hair with a new baby around?
Throw it in a quick bun or use Goody Spin Clips instead. Love those things.
Chap Stick
You are thirsty ALL THE TIME when nursing. So your lips get dry a lot.
Breath mints/gum
A new, first time mom might have issues squeezing in time to brush their teeth in between nursing sessions. But fresh breath always make you feel so much better.
Depends/Pads
Yes, I went there. They didn't have a period for nine months, and now life is making up for it.
Hemorrhoid Cream
Shhh...it happens to the best of 'em.
Coffee/Gift Card
Could b for dad but after the constant up and down all night of feeding a baby, New Mom will need a little pick-me-up to get them going in the morning if they have some where they need to be.
Hand Sanitizer
Germs are everywhere. It is essentially important New Mom Cary's this with them, so whenever a family member wants to hold the baby, they can be prepared to make sure no one shares their germs with the new bundle of joy.
Dry Shampoo/Baby Powder
Who has time for a shower with a new baby?
Sweet Pea would always wake up and start crying as soon as I jumped in the shower, NO matter what time or day or what I did before.
Did you know baby powder is the key ingredient in Dry Shampoo? I'm fairly certain that is why it is included in those travel toiletry kits that are always given as baby shower gifts. Because they aren't suppose to be used with a newborn baby...
Coupon Vouchers for cleaning/cooking/baby sitting
THE. BEST. GIFT. EVER. I didn't prepare freezer meals before my Sweet Pea was born because of my month of bed rest. And it was awesome when friends and family brought food as our welcome home gifts. My mother-in-law also helped out with cleaning. As fun as it is to sit and hold a newborn baby, New Mom needs you to help with these chores while she heals and builds her breastfeeding bond with the baby. But those baby sitting vouchers will come in handy soon, trust me.
Used the label found HERE.
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