Ready or not, the last lazy days of summer are almost behind us, and soon kids will be heading back to school. Returning to the often hectic routines of busy school days can be downright overwhelming, but today, I’ve teamed up with El Monterey to share some of my best back-to-school tips for making the transition…
Back to School
Perler Bead Backpack Tags #MichaelsMakers
Looking for a fun craft for kids to while away a rainy (or, here in Texas this time of year, an insanely HOT) afternoon? These Perler bead backpack tags are a quick and easy craft for kids that will ensure backpacks are full of pizzazz once school is back in session! All you need in a…
Magnetic Refrigerator Frames
Refrigerators are terrific, central place to show off kids’ artwork and special papers, but let’s face it: things can get downright cluttered when using just standard magnets to do the job. These magnetic refrigerator frames are a wonderful way to tame the clutter by displaying artwork in a stylish way, and they can be made in just…
Organizing Idea: Parent Command Center #MichaelsMakers
Something about the advent of the new year makes me want to take control of our family’s busy schedule and get in tip-top organizing shape! For our family of six, keeping our appointments, practices, and social events in order is no small feat, but this year, I’ve teamed up with Michaels to create a new…
Reusable Lunchbox Note Printables #MakeAmazing
Let your kids know they’re on your mind even when they’re away at school by tucking fun lunchbox notes into their lunchbox each day. I’ve teamed up with Scotch to create these fun printable notes that are the perfect way to brighten your child’s day, and because they are laminated and written on with wet-erase…
Locker Combination DIY Charm Bracelet
For kiddos starting school, learning a new locker combination can be downright intimidating. Over on the Darice blog, Live. Craft. Love., I recently shared a super fun and easy tutorial for how to create cute a beaded DIY charm bracelet that can be worn as a reminder of any important number: locker combinations, parents’ phone…
Cranberry White Chocolate Jar Cookie Mix #MakeAmazing
I absolutely love to make jar cookie mix gifts for those times when an easy, thoughtful gift is in order, and today, I’m teaming up with Scotch to share one of my all-time favorite jar cookie mix recipes. Around here, we have always called these yummy cranberry white chocolate chip cookies Cranberry Hootie Creeks, but…
Wild for a Good Book Printable Bookmarks
Make reading assignments wildly fun for kids by whipping up adorable bookmarks for them to enjoy as they read their favorite books. Today, I’m sharing the free Wild for a Good Book bookmark printables so you can make your own, along with a fun idea to present each one with a little toy wild animal reading buddy….
School Supply Teacher Gift Idea #MakeAmazing
With children heading back to the classroom, surprise a special teacher with a gift he or she is sure to put to good use! This supply gift tote idea is made quickly and easily by upcycling a standard beverage container and then personalizing it with supplies from Scotch. The end result is a fun organizer…
Individual Fruit Pizzas #GiveBakery
When I was little, my mom would often surprise me with a freshly baked treat after I got home from school. Sitting down and eating those snacks together was such a great time to sit down together and fill her in on the details of my day. Now that I’m a mom, I like to…