We love this local store here in Canada called Dollarama. For quite cheap, we can find fun crafts for our Princess. This week, she picked out two wooden pieces to paint—a tray and a desktop organizer. They were only $1.25 CND each! We already had some paint, so this was a cheap week for craft time. This week for homeschool we are working on her letters that she has a harder time recognizing. She has about 6 letters she needs to work on. We are also working in a summer bridge book between … [Read more...]
5 DIY Gifts for Mom
Mother's Day is just around the corner. I love Mother's Day! Not just because I am a Mother but also because I like to celebrate the Mothers in my family. My favorite kinds of gifts to receive truly are handmade gifts - they just feel more special. Looking online I found a few things to make for Mother's Day; great gifts for mom. DIY items that are just too cute not to share. There are only five here now, but there are so many more items that I've saved on Pinterest that I'd like to … [Read more...]
Painting Rocks
So, the newest thing in our home is: Paining Rocks Now when we drive by the Fraser River we commonly hear, "Can we go get some rocks?" Hey, the rocks might not turn out "pretty" but it is free, and keeps the Princess entertained for long periods of time. I like that. A lot. … [Read more...]
Felt Barrette
There are a gazillion tutorials out there for felt barrettes. Literally. So this is not going to be a tutorial post. It is just a show off post. Not in a bragging way, but an excited, this was so easy, I am so happy I did it, finally, sort of way. The best part? My first one took less than 30 minutes. I definitely will be making more of these babies! I now it is a little wonky but don't worry, I will get better. Tutorial Links For My Lovely (possibly lazy) … [Read more...]
Easter Subway Art + Bible Verses for Easter
I had such a great time making a Valentine's Day Subway Art that I decided to make one for Easter as well. I made this is Photoshop Elements. It is 5x7 inches originally. I love Easter. As I mentioned before, we will be able to spend this great holiday with family, and in our own home before we travel again to another town in British Columbia. Without the resurrection of Jesus, our faith truly is futile. I am so thankful that He not only died for my sins but rose again so that I might … [Read more...]
Sabbath Bin
Remember, when I told you guys that we keep the Sabbath in our home? Well, one of my readers mentioned her family does too. Not only that she had a special container of things that her kids could only have on Sabbath. I LOVED that idea, so I copied it. This is why I love blogging, you know. I love the interaction with other women out there dealing with my same issues! How to Make a Special Bin: Buy a fun bin. We got a $5 bin with dark pink lid that would be large enough to fill. Head to … [Read more...]
Fun Sandwich Idea: Heart Shaped PB&J
We are loving our Wilton Heart Shaped Cookie Cutter. And we have not even made cookies yet. We have been using it for toast, pancakes and peanut butter and jam sandwiches. (Remember, I made that organic strawberry jam?) I love the rubber handle because even my toddler can push down on it safely and make heart shapes. Isn't this a fun sandwich idea? There is something about having a heart shaped sandwich that make eating the whole thing easier. Do you use cookie cutters for things other … [Read more...]
