Have you ever thought about how people love homemade gifts? If you understand basic crochet stitches, you can create simple crochet appliques to bring people simple joy to a lot of people. Print off a Bible Verse, or motivational saying or drop it in an envelope to brighten someone’s day. Some people use these small…
Do you have great memories of making cookies as a kid with your Mom or Grandmother? I grew up helping my Mom use the hand beater to make cakes and cookies. It was always the best reward to get to lick the beaters or help clean out the bowl! I want my kids to feel…
Just because it’s cold outside doesn’t mean we can’t go for some amazing indoor adventures! All across the United States there are free art museums, factory tours, train museums, historical sites and galleries that offer indoor destinations for mega memory making opportunities! Whether you live in Alabama, California or somewhere in between, there are ideas…
If your kids are too grown up for traditional Valentines Day Boxes or card exchanges at school, don’t think that Valentine’s holiday is no longer important. It may not be about the cartoon cards and fun crafts, but it can still be a special holiday. Here are some easy (frugal) ways to make Valentine’s Day…
I confess! I am one of those Blogger Moms! I started blogging when my kids were very young and have loved all the experiences that blogging has offered my family. Today, I thought it would be fun to share some of the stories and ways that blogging has brought opportunities to our family. Hopefully, the…
Have you ever gone to a conference and been given something special with the name of the speaker, artist, or musician? My daughter has been doing more live events and was recently invited to lead worship at a women’s conference in Tennessee. Since I had a box of metal sublimation bookmarks that my aunt had…
Birthdays are important events in everyone’s life. My uncle always says that your next birthday is the most important one you will ever have – that means we should celebrate every birthday in a big way. When the kids are young, it’s easy to remember their birthdays with a card, balloons, and presents. But as…
If your house is cluttered with junk, you will probably find that you have absolutely no time to enjoy hobbies. I know that I have a hard time sitting back to read a book, work on a fabric project or make crafts with the kids when I have dirty dishes in the sink or I…