DIY Trophy Centerpiece for your Big Basketball Party
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #EasyBracketParty #CollectiveBias The college basketball games are upon us! This is my husband's favorite time of the year as far as sports go. And I love it...
How to Make Baby Footprints with your Hand
Are you getting ready for a baby shower? Or maybe you want to make a little DIY wrapping paper for a baby gift. With this simple little trick, you'll see how to make baby footprints without the baby! For my project, I embellished a regular brown gift bag with some...
20 Romantic Tablescapes for Valentine’s Day
I love getting all sorts of ideas for decorating my table. Here are some of the best ideas out there for romantic tablescapes you can use this Valentine's Day. 1. Ruffled Blog - Now, who would have thought a plaid afghan could be romantic? Way to go! ...
Sharing the Love this Valentine’s Day with Minted
Are you all set for Valentine's Day cards and gifts? If not, be sure to check out the super cute Valentine's Day Cards from Minted. They have beautiful cards to send out across the country and even a fun assortment of personalized valentines for your child to share...
See You in 2015 & Top Posts of This Year
Hi Friends, The end of the year is coming and I am going to be taking the rest of the month off from blogging. I am looking forward to more time focusing on Jesus, family and the opportunity for renewal and rest. I won’t be around the social media sites as much...
“How many more days?” Making a Disney Vacation Countdown
The moment you tell your kids you are going on a Disney vacation, you are bound to hear the relentless question, "How many more days?" Rather than be bombarded with the question, make a countdown and engage your kids with the planning, excitement and yes, a little...
Sparkler Fun: 30 Ideas for Children of All Ages
Will you be pulling out the sparklers for July 4th this weekend? I cannot wait! There is something about sparklers that bring out the kid at heart. And today, I have 30 ways to make sparklers even more fun. Ideas range from the ultra simple for the young children...
Patriotic Ice Cream Cones
Fourth of July treats are on the scene! I have been seeing similar sprinkle-covered cones on Pinterest. Originally, I ran across the cone effect in ColorCakes and the chocolate dipped cone was filled with cake. Yum. But with it being summertime and the fact that I...
Graduation Party Tassel Dessert Plates
It is graduation party time! Last year, we went to 11 graduation parties. Can you believe it? This year, we have only one and it is one I am very much looking forward to. In honor of all the graduates, I have a little dessert plate idea to share. Let's think...
FREE Printable for Father’s Day
You probably knew to expect this one. Father's Day is less than three weeks away. And since we made a fill-in booklet for Mother's Day, of course, we had to make a free printable for Father's Day too! This gift is simple, personalized and memorable to hold on to...
DIY Father’s Day T-Shirt with Heat Transfer
If you are a crafter, a scrapbooker, a party planner, decorator, card maker or have just about any other creative bone in your body, you will love the Silhouette Cameo. It has been my most used, most versatile and fun purchase for anything creative and interesting to...
Easy & Practical Teacher Gift
I have a go-to end of the year teacher gift. It isn't super creative. It isn't ultra personalized. But it will add beauty to the teacher's home and not wind up in some box in the basement. A simple hanging basket. We like to add some sort of cute tag or sign (see...
Celebrate Your Mom with zulily & #MyMomIs
**This post contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links. Is your mom a hero, a great cook, an inspiration, your best friend... or something else equally as special? Every mom is one of a kind. And zulily wants...
Show the Love: Mother’s Day Door Hanger
What child doesn't like a little crafting and painting? And what mom doesn't appreciate a thoughtful, homemade gift from her child? On May 11th, the kids can greet Mom with this sweet Mother's Day Door Hanger. Now, if you're the mom, you'll need to pass this idea on...
“Big Me, Little You” Review & Mother’s Day Book Giveaway
{Winner Announcement at bottom of post} I am always on the lookout for great activities that can bring my kids and I closer together. Something that bonds and creates special moments and memories. If the activity provides a tangible object for us to hold on to for...
Mother’s Day Gift: A FREE Fill-In Booklet From Your Child
In our house, we don't spend a lot of money on cards for the kids to give us for various holidays. A homemade card and message is more precious and much less expensive. And that is where this little Mother's Day gift comes into play. Mom will have a fun keepsake of...
Teleflora $75 Mother’s Day Giveaway & Teleflora Discount Code for Readers
Oh, how I love flowers! May 11th is just around the corner, which means it is time to send Mother's Day Flowers to that special woman in your life. And we're here to help you celebrate with a great giveaway and discount. Now whether you would like to fill your own...
Mother’s Day Plate Exchange
Every year, my cousin, Cherise puts together an exchange of some sort for Mother's Day. It is a wonderful way to encourage and support each other and something I look forward to each year. The first year, it was an exchange of compliments among the group of moms....
Celebrating the Bizarre Holidays of April
Another month is here and we're taking a look at what silly or bizarre holidays we can celebrate this month with our kids. Last month at Motherhood on a Dime, I shared how we love to add a little fun and creativity to our days by making a big deal out of something...
Ways to Save at Disney
You may as well know that I am a Disney World fanatic. I love the place. I could go every other . . . month! And while I have been there over 15 times in my life, I don't go as often as I wish because a trip to Disney World is expensive. There is the cost of hotel,...
Origami Money as a Gift
Are you looking for a creative way to give money as a gift? For our nieces and nephews, once they turn 13, we start giving cash. They appreciate it. We appreciate it. But sometimes, we just want to dress it up a bit. Enter Origami Money. There are tons of youtube...
Classroom Baby Shower for Teacher
Just before we left for Florida, we threw a little classroom baby shower for my son's kindergarten teacher. It was surprise . . . and the kids did an amazing job of keeping the secret and being patient when school was cancelled for three days due to weather. Baby...
20 Not-To-Miss Moments at Walt Disney World
Walt Disney World is a magical and fun place. With four different theme parks, there is so much to do. But in all the opportunities for attractions, shows and activities, don't miss out on these fun moments. They are some of my absolute favorites! 1. The Opening...
Celebrating the Bizarre Holidays of March
One thing I love to do is celebrate. I am easily thrilled by making a fuss over something that really may be nothing at all. To take something silly and make it a big deal. For my family, it adds a little creativity, fun and magic to everyday life. I am often on...
Thank You Cards 40% Off TODAY ONLY at Tiny Prints
Hi Friends, I wanted to pass on this great deal to you! If you have recently celebrated anything or have a reason to send out thank you cards (or just want to stock up for the future), there is a great sale at Tiny Prints, TODAY ONLY. Get 40% off of thank you cards...
Our 2014 Disney Memories
As I shared with you yesterday, our trip to Disney World was not as magical as we had hoped. We were sicker than dogs for quite a bit of the trip. (You can read more about our story of choosing to focus on blessings over disappointment here.) We did have so many fun...
There Is No Crying at Disney World
There is no crying at Disney World. Or at least that is what I tried to tell myself as I pushed my stroller though Epcot while tears rolled down my cheeks. It was our 6th day at the parks and my body was giving in to rampant chills, fever and pure fatigue. I was the...
7 Valentines You Don’t Want to Forget
Valentine's Day is just around the corner (as if you didn't already know from your Pinterest feed!). It is easy to buy little Valentine's for the school chums or neighborhood kids, but are you inadvertently missing out on blessing others who would enjoy the...
Laundry Themed Gift Basket and The Only Detergent Tara Will Use
Remember all my talk about that laundry sign I was creating for my friend's birthday? You know, the one I poured into only to have multiple things go wrong? Even after all the struggle, the sign came out beautifully. (Read what happened here.) Well, finally I have...
The Value of Traditions
Hi Friends! Did you have a nice Thanksgiving? We went to Dan's aunt's house and had 120 people (counting all the babies). Crazy, right? It is so much fun and very organized. Each person is assigned what to bring. Furniture is moved around, tables and chairs are...
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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. 
