Engage the kids this summer with Independence Day themed crafts to get them excited for the Fourth of July holiday. From DIY tote bags to homemade sparklers, patriotic face painting, and more… here are 11 ways to add sparkle to kids craft time on the 4th of July!
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Halloween Fun
8 Ways To Make Halloween Spider Webs & Creepy Cobwebs
DIY Halloween Decor – Lots of fun ways to make Halloween spider webs & creepy cobwebs! Drape these scary Halloween decorations over items inside your house, in corners of a room, or outside on the porch… in trees… and bushes.
What To Do With Leftover Halloween Pumpkins – Clever Ideas You Probably Haven’t Seen Before!
Don’t waste those pumpkins you carved for Halloween this year! Here are a bunch of fun ways to use leftover Halloween pumpkins. See lots of food & party recipes using a leftover pumpkin — like pumpkin butter, pumpkin donuts, pumpkin milkshakes, roasted pumpkin seeds, and more. Plus, how to make DIY planters & flower pots, serving bowls, pumpkin toss games, and dog toys. Heck, you can even use leftover pumpkins to make a healthy facial mask, feed the wildlife in your yard, or plant the seeds and grow your own pumpkins for next year!
Thanksgiving Fun
Fun Thanksgiving Games & Activities For Kids
Kids enjoy being on the computer, coloring, and playing games. Here are some fun Thanksgiving games for kids to play online, plus additional online & offline activities that little ones will enjoy.
Thanksgiving Trees: Christmas Tree Shaped, With Seasonal Autumn Ornaments
Thanksgiving trees are placed inside the home or on a porch and enjoyed between the Halloween & Thanksgiving holidays. Photos + ideas for creating your own Thanksgiving tree for the Autumn months.
Christmas Fun
DIY Christmas Gift Baskets: See How To Make These Christmas Food Gift Baskets Filled With S’more Christmas Cheer
DIY Christmas gift baskets can be customized any way you like. This year, mine focused on cozy warm feelings and spreading Christmas cheer. See how I made these holiday gift baskets filled with S’more Christmas Cheer.
Dirty Santa Gift Ideas That Are Perfect For Christmas Party Games With Adults (Secret Santa Game, Pollyanna Gift Swap, White Elephant Gift Exchange, Yankee Swap, Etc.)
Attending a Christmas party with friends or co-workers? What gift are you taking? Here’s the ultimate list of cheap gift ideas (most under $30) that are great for gift exchange games. If you need Dirty Santa gifts (or White Elephant gift ideas, Yankee Swap gifts, etc), we’ve got the best gifts for adults — from conservative and practical to risque and hilarious — all right here!
New Year’s Fun
101 Fun Things To Do Before You Die (…Add These To Your Bucket List!)
One item that I found to be a ‘fun read’ was the book 101 Things To Do Before You’re Old and Boring by Richard Horne and Helen Szirtes. Here are some of the things they say you just have to try before you’re old & gray…
How To Write Resolutions And Monitor Your New Year’s Resolutions This Year
Following are all of the best tips I’ve found for writing New Year resolutions, plus tips for sticking to them and monitoring your progress throughout the year. Sometimes all we need is a little motivation. These tips and tools are all you need!
Valentine’s Day Fun
Gifts For Guys: 8 Clever Gift Ideas For Men For Any Occasion (Birthday, Valentine’s Day, Christmas, Etc.)
Coming up with a great gift for the guy in your life is always difficult. Whether you’re looking for a gift for Valentine’s Day, his Birthday, or ANY other special occasion… here are 8 smart choices that most guys would appreciate.
Rainbow Roses Are Extra Special Flowers For The Extra Special People In Your Life
Rainbow roses are real roses! They’re made by inserting dye into the stem of the roses while they’re growing. The color gets absorbed by the petals of the flower. They are not easy to make, and they’re hard to find.
Superbowl Fun
9 Family- Friendly Ideas For Throwing The Best Superbowl Parties
Whether you’re a football fan or you love someone who is, throwing a Superbowl party is one way to make watching the game (and the Superbowl commercials) a whole lot more fun! Here are my 9 best family-friendly ideas that make your Superbowl parties super popular. For your next football viewing party, try these…
Fun Super Bowl Party Ideas …Activities That Even Non-Football Fans Will Enjoy!
Lots of fun games & activities to play while you’re watching the Big Game (or not watching it). These Super Bowl party ideas will keep everyone entertained – even non football fans and kids!
St. Patrick’s Day Fun
Best Tips & Last-Minute Ideas For Throwing A St. Patrick’s Day Party
A collection of the best tips for throwing a St. Patrick’s Day party. There are helpful videos, and lots of fun tips which highlight everything you need to do to make your St. Paddy’s Day party extra special.
St. Patrick’s Day Party Ideas
Here are some fun ideas to consider for your St. Patrick’s Day party, including handmade invitations, green food and drinks to serve at your party, how to decorate and find St. Patrick’s Day decorations, plus fun St Patricks Day party activities and games.
Easter Fun
Easter Games You Can Play Outdoors Or At The Computer
Easter fun for all ages! Here are some fun outdoor games you can play with kids (and adults) on Easter, plus some online interactive games for people of all ages who are spending time at the computer. Enjoy!
Fun Things To Do With Leftover Easter Candy
Following are the best ways to put leftover Easter candy to good use, including: chocolate Easter bunnies, Easter M&Ms, jelly beans, marshmallow peeps, creme eggs …and more!
Mother’s Day Fun
Offbeat Ideas For A Unique Mother’s Day! (Clever Things To DO Rather Than Things To BUY As Mother’s Day Gift Ideas)
The best Mother’s Day gifts aren’t the things you BUY… they’re the things you DO with your mom to make her feel special. Skip the boring Mother’s Day brunch this year, and try one of these offbeat Mother’s Day gift ideas — that you and your mom can enjoy together!
How To Make A Wish List / Gift Registry Online For Birthdays, Christmas, Wedding & Baby Showers: Amazon Universal Wish List!
When I see something I like (on ANY website), I use Amazon’s Universal Wish List to save it on a list of gift ideas for myself or my friends. Here’s how…
Father’s Day Fun
Unique Father’s Day Gift Ideas: One-Of-A-Kind Adventure Gifts For Dad That He’ll Feel Lucky To Receive!
Adventure gifts make the best Father’s Day gift ideas! It’s never too early to start planning for the perfect gift for Dad – especially with more expensive gifts like these. These are one-of-a-kind experience gifts that ANYONE would be thrilled to receive!
A Unique Gift Idea: Write A Handwritten Letter Instead Of Buying A Gift
If you give someone a handwritten letter as a gift, it will be appreciated more than a store-bought gift would be. In addition, a letter will be read more than once and cherished for years to come. If you would like to write a handwritten letter to someone special but you aren’t sure how to begin, here are a few ideas to help you get started.
