Growing up attending a private Christian school, we often had "alternative Halloween" parties. We called them Fall Festivals. We often dressed up for the event, but devils, witches, ghosts and scary costumes were forbidden. We always had great food and fun games. Fall Festival Party Ideas Food Ideas Cake Mix Pumpkin Spice Cookies Pumpkin Dump Cake Candy Corn Cupcakes Shortbread Candy Corn Brownies Homemade Apple Cider Homemade Sparkling Apple Cider Crafts … [Read more...]
Printable Preschool Shopping List
My Princess’ new favorite is making a shopping list. She constantly asks us to write up a list for her to copy. She loves writing letters now and trying to figure out what letter a word begins with.Most days, I really do think she is brilliant! Truly. I am realizing she doesn’t like to sit and do Preschool at a set time each day. I have my plan, and worksheets printed out, but she doesn’t seem interested. She likes to “graze” throughout the day on her school work. I need to provide her with a … [Read more...]
10 Chores Preschoolers Can Do
My Princess has always been a good helper. Really. She has a good work ethic just like her daddy. {Notice I didn’t say like me! *Shrug*} She actually wants to help with chores. To her at age 3 almost 4 years old, it is FUN. We believe it is important for her to learn about chores. We want her to be contributing and feel good about contributing to the family. So here are 10 chores that I think preschoolers can do each day: 1. Make bed: this is one chore we actually do together … [Read more...]
Fresh Bread Ministry
The Fresh Bread Ministry is a simple ministry we have used when working with churches. It's a great way for them to get to know the people surrounding the church or even to visit those who haven't been to church in a while. This ministry has been a blessing to us, church members, and those who receive the bread. Fresh Bread Ministry How-To 1. Bake Bread {whole wheat recipe} 2. Write a short note and include a Bible verse like John 6: 33 3. Package it nicely in a basket, bag, or fabric 3. Bring … [Read more...]
Bottle Cap Magnet Tutorial
I was feeling like I wanted to do something "crafty". With one hour of free time, I decided to make some Bottle Cap Magnets. {Shhh, don't tell anyone but I still need to buy the magnets!} My toddler even helped put all the 1 inch photo circles in the bottle caps for me. Here is what they look like: I saved candy bar wrappers for possible crafts, and punch 4 of those too! I love to re-purpose pretty garbage. Materials: 1. Bottle Caps. A couple years ago, I ordered 100 silver … [Read more...]
Easy Sewing Project: DIY Crayon Roll
Saw these crayon rolls last year and loved them. I knew once I finally got my sewing machine, I needed to make them. So when my sewing machine and I fell back in love this week, I made one. And guess what? It was easy. And my Princess LOVED it. She wants to take it everywhere. Now I can't wait to make more. You can find an easy tutorial here. … [Read more...]
Easy Sewing: DIY Fabric Business Card Holder
I had a moment this week where my sewing machine and I finally clicked. Yep, we did. I am so happy. All this time, I could not figure out what I was doing wrong. And then I knew. Now I can't get enough of my sewing machine. We are in love again. I made this lovely little business card holder. {Well, I think it is lovely!} Perfect for my mommy cards that include my blog address, Facebook, Twitter and email! You can find an easy tutorial here. … [Read more...]
