How to Make a Fabric Banner in 3 Steps
There is so much to love about fabric banners! The lovely way they look behind a party table, the way they dance in a summer breeze and also how inexpensively they can be made. There is even a chance you have all you need in your house this very moment. Maybe it is...
The Summertime Daisy Chain Necklace
I love daisies. They conjure up happy, innocent, playful and worry-free feelings in me. And seeing my daughter run around in daisy chain necklace is just a precious summertime moment turned forever memory. You'll love how simple these are to make. You will...
A Little Office Renovation Project
The home office. Do you have one? What do you use it for? Over the years, my office has been used for my wedding planning business, for writing and blogging, for Dan's MBA studying and as the center of home operations. But it truly became the dumping ground for...
DIY Project: 5 Make-At-Home Puzzles
Puzzles! We are a puzzle-loving family. We have oodles of them, everywhere. We recently even hosted a puzzle party and invited 23 of our cousins. Yes, we are a nutty puzzle family. But there is great value to working puzzles with your children. Puzzles help...
Create a Light-Up Cave of Wonders
Did you have forts when you were growing up? My brother and I spent hours building and playing in our many forts of various shapes and sizes. We loved having a fun place to retreat that belonged to us alone. This Cave of Wonders can be just that for...
A What? A Puzzle Party
If you've been hanging out with us for any period of time, you probably know that I like to celebrate just about anything. Last summer, after celebrating Ice Cream Social Day, my son (aka the puzzle lover) asked me if there was a day for puzzles. Well,...
Create a Chalkboard Table
I am not sure who invented chalkboard paint for the everyday do-it-yourself'er, but I'd like to give that person a hug. Chalkboard paint is a fun and creative medium that gives great play value in return. I have used it to paint a road on the wall in the kids'...
Make a DIY Marble Run from Household Items
Who needs to spend a lot of money on a marble track? Not us! Because today, we are building a marble run that will not only thrill and engage your kids, but all the items needed are likely to be found right in your home. Much to my husband’s dismay, I am a saver. I...
DIY Project for Your Train-Loving, Car-Racing Kid
My son love trains! He loves his Thomas Trains and Chuggington! But one of my best investments wasn't something I bought in the store. It was a simple cardboard box made into train tunnels, caves and roads for his cars. The best part? You can most likely make it...
Make Your Own Flavored Hot Chocolate
As the cold weather approaches, I know I should be reaching for a cup of green tea. But let's face it, I am looking for something a little sweeter and ... well, chocolate. I love flavored Hot Chocolate! But not only is it costly, I often don't have the packets in my...
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My name is Kristen. I'm a former Wedding & Event Planner blogging about fun ways to celebrate each and every day and the special occasions of life. Here you'll find inspiration for family fun, children's activities, party planning and a faith-filled life. 
