Monthly Archive:: July 2015
How to Make a DIY Blanket Fort
July 29, 2015
Last year I teamed up with Netflix and transformed my living room into a cool blanket fort for family movie night. It’s also a great idea for a sleep over!! Here’s how to do it in a just a few simple steps. Just don’t forget the candy and popcorn! Supplies: Fishing line or string Pillows
Jellyfish Science Project
July 27, 2015
Science + kids = happy, smart kids. Kai loves science. He loves figuring out how things work and most importantly WHY!! This project is a mix of a craft project and science project. It’s perfect for my little Leonardo Di Vinci. Get the complete how-to at Momtastic.com. What’s cool about this is project is: 1.
PEACH SALSA RECIPE AND FREE PRINTABLES
July 21, 2015
Don’t you just love freshly made salsa? The tanginess of the lime. Mmm. It’s good. I recently created a peach salsa recipe for onlinelabels.com. Find the complete recipe here. I make this recipe when I go to pool parties or BBQs. It’s always a big hit. I sometimes add mangoes or pineapples to the salsa.
Chill Out and Cool Off with a DIY Peacock Paper Fan
July 15, 2015
Add some flair to your summer with this paper peacock, finger painted fan I crafted for Momtastic.com. Get the full how-to here. I love working with paper. Card stock is my favorite. I like how it’s a little heavier than regular paper, but it’s still easy to work with. Want to see some of my
Gluten Free Brownie Recipe
July 14, 2015
My family has been avoiding gluten for a little over a year now for my son. His health and even behavior has improved greatly because it. I can’t expect him to be on this diet alone, so I’m on the gluten free ride with him. I altered this gluten free brownie recipe that I found on
DIY Summer Kid-friendly Watermelon-Strawberry Mojito Smoothie + Firework Straw Craft
July 3, 2015
Next time you entertain this summer, whether it’s for the Fourth of July or a pool party, these Watermelon-Strawberry Mojito Smoothies are sure to cool off your guests. Ingredients: Mint Lime juice Watermelon Strawberries Water Directions: The amount of each is up to you and your taste. I just throw it all in my nifty
How to Make Fourth of July Ombre Paper Plate Bowls
July 1, 2015
Are you throwing a 4th of July BBQ or pool party? Here are some simple 4th of July decorations made out of paper plates and washi tape. It’s an easy project that your kids can do while you’re prepping for the rest of the party. It’s so easy to make. You use kid watercolors to
