As we start the new year, many people are making resolutions, choosing a word for the year, or planning all the changes they want to make. In 2025, I’m choosing a Bible verse that has special meaning and praying these words into my life. What if anything are you doing to start the new year?…
When I was in college, my Mom always had practical gifts in our Christmas stockings and under the trees. We would regularly unwrap a can of hairspray or new personal care items in our stockings. Looking back, I realize that this was an easy way for her to contribute to our supplies for college and…
Are you scrambling to find the perfect gift for the outdoor lover on your Christmas list? We spend as much time outdoors as we possibly can and I’ve got some fun gift ideas to help you finish your shopping list. Whether you are looking for gifts for someone who loves to grill, hunt, or do…
One of my favorite parts of each Christmas season is our Five Dollar Christmas Gift Tradition. Each of the children get $5.00 to spend on the other family members. This tradition of shopping has become the most fun way to think about how to surprise each of our family members. Not only do the kids learn the importance of giving, but we also experience so much more!
Do you have old games with missing pieces that are just taking up space? Why not turn these classic game pieces into Christmas ornaments where you can enjoy them each year? With a few simple craft supplies and a little imagination, you can create Christmas ornaments using old game pieces. This post includes affiliate links….
Often at night when the family turns on a movie, I pull out my computer and work on my blog or a site for a friend. But sometimes, it’s really nice to just sit back, unplug and create something fun. Recently I saw how people were making simple crochet Christmas wreaths with one simple stitch…
Do you have a Cricut Joy but you’re not quite sure how to get started making custom Christmas cards? Maybe you don’t even have a Cricut Access membership and think you can’t make something super special. Recently I finished up cards for the season and learned a few things that you may find helpful. They…
Have you ever looked at the ingredients in your food or personal care products? There’s typically an ingredient list of at least a dozen items, most of which you can’t pronounce. Why do you need so many ingredients to make something simple like pancake syrup, chocolate syrup or M&M’s? If you do just a quick…
Are you looking for some simple, ornaments you can make to help decorate for the holidays? Plugin in your hot glue gun, gather your ribbon and get ready to create something beautiful. Here are some super simple DIY Christmas Pinecone Ornaments to share with your friends and family or just keep and hang on your…