Do you ever find yourself bitten by the organizing bug? Now that things are cruising along beautifully with my new hallway “mudroom” command center, I am finding myself wanting to reclaim more and more of our home from the clutter.With the magnetic board I created for my hallway project, I no longer have to count…
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Packrat
viaI have a confession to make: I am a serious packrat. As in, a certifiable, card-carrying packrat.Mr. Splendid is undoubtedly nodding his head emphatically YES as he reads this.When I was small, my mom would give me a box of fancy chocolates each year for Valentine’s Day. Four little handcrafted, edible works of art that must have tasted…
12 Great Children’s Books
Books play such a huge role in our family, as I mentioned when I shared about how my kids and I made book donation totes to deliver to those in need. Reading is something I have done with all four of my children since they were tiny infants, as I feel strongly that establishing a love of…
Magnetic Fishing Game Craft
As a mom of four little ones, I truly appreciate a good craft project. Any parent knows, however, that there is a conundrum that arises as the result of such artistic creations: just what exactly to do with them once they are complete? My Pottery Barn knock-off cable art display is a perfect way…
Peachy Keen Jellybean Valentines {Free Printable}
With exactly one week to go until Valentine’s Day, many of you are probably like me and trying to find easy, inexpensive ideas for goodies that your kiddos can hand out to their friends at school. Using individual boxes of Jelly Bellies purchased for 50 cents in the Valentine section at Target, this Valentine idea…
Edible Bingo Game {Free Printables}
The idea I’m sharing today is one that will turn snack time into something special: Edible Bingo! As the mother of four small children, I am always on the lookout for fun diversions that also have educational value. With this simple game, children feed their brains as well as their tummies!To play a game of Tasty…
Family Summer Bucket List
Who can believe it’s the final day of the Summer Survival Guide? May zipped on by right before my very eyes! Today’s guest is honestly one of the loveliest, most genuine and thoughtful women I have encountered in the blogging world, and she never ceases to impress with the caliber of her inspirational projects. I…
Sponge Water Bombs
I had the pleasure of meeting Allison from House of Hepworths at Blissdom in January, and I am delighted she’s joining in the Summer Survival Guide fun to share this easy tutorial for creating Sponge Water Bombs! Wouldn’t these be perfect for an outdoor party or a day at the pool? ***Hey Positively Splendid Fans! I’m…
Sidewalk Chalk Paint
Among the ranks of the women I am honored to call my blogging buddies, Kelli from Random Thoughts of a SUPERMOM! is always the girl who comes through with seriously stellar ideas to keep kids entertained! She never ceases to impress! She is here today sharing an ingenious idea for making your very own sidewalk…
Bubble Wrap Crocodile Craft
Kids and bubble wrap go together like peas and carrots, so any children’s craft project the utilizes bubble wrap as a central supply is sure to be a hit! These Bubble Wrap Crazy Crocs are a fantastic kids’ craft to do to while away an afternoon. And the end result is too adorable to resist!…