These DIY pool noodle lightsabers are sure to be a huge hit at your next Star Wars party! Our Jack turned 4 this year and since Jack loves Star Wars, we threw him a "May the 4th be with you" party! We celebrated at a local park that had a splash pad, so pool noodle lightsabers were the perfect party favor. The kids had so much fun running around in the water with their lightsabers at the party and Jack is still playing with his weeks later! Supplies needed: Pool noodle // tape measure ... Read More about DIY Pool Noodle Lightsaber
Free Printable Summer Reading Log
This free printable summer reading log is the perfect way to help kids get organized and reach their summer reading goals! During summer, we fill our days with tons of outside play; pool time, beach trips and playdates which are a welcome break, but it's also important to schedule some time each day to slow down, and keep those reading skills sharp! In our house, I've created a time of day that we call "sloth time". It's a 30-minute window where we all slow down, sloth style! No ... Read More about Free Printable Summer Reading Log
No Bake 4th of July Pretzel Treats
It's finally summer, and the 4th of July is just around the corner! Now that the kids are out of school, I'm always trying to think of ways to get them involved in the kitchen. With an 8-year-old and 3-year-old, that's not always an easy task! Last Christmas, I tried making the ever-so-popular M&M pretzel treats with the kids, and it was a big flop. The kids lost interest placing the M&M's on the pretzels, the pretzels burnt in the oven, and the M&M's cracked. I wish I had a ... Read More about No Bake 4th of July Pretzel Treats
Top 5 Tips for Your New Etsy Business
Congratulations on opening your new Etsy shop! Getting started on Etsy is very exciting, but trying to do it right can also feel overwhelming! When I first started, I found so much information out there that just felt like common sense, no real actionable steps to take in order to start getting those first sales. I remember reading things like, "have a great product", "take good quality pictures", and "provide great customer service". Yes, these are all important, but I'm sure you already ... Read More about Top 5 Tips for Your New Etsy Business
Summer Bucket List Free Printable and Summer Planning
Let's talk summer planning. I know we all dream of filling everyday and all day with fun and memorable activities, but after one week of summer we would be completely burned out. That's why this year I created a summer 10 item bucket list. Focus on your top 10 "wouldn't be summer without them" activities, and plan each week to incorporate at least one of them. Now, of course you will do more than 10 fun things this summer, but you'll have your top 10 activities to prioritize when planning. This ... Read More about Summer Bucket List Free Printable and Summer Planning