Activities

Family Fun: S’mores Buffet

Dec

2012

My family lives in Arizona and we don't have below freezing temperatures, so it isn't uncommon to catch us outside in December sitting around our fireplace in the backyard with a crackling fire and yummy treats. Last week we made our own S'mores Buffet and setting it up was almost as fun as the activity itself! Take a look: I am not one who usually goes all out for parties with table spreads that take days to put together- coordinating this setting was just how I like things- SIMPLE! All … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Family, Food, Promotions · Tagged With: Activities, Sponsors & Giveaways, treats

A Season of Service “The Giving Tree”

Nov

2012

by Stephanie 2 Comments

Often times we get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the holidays and we don't take time to enjoy this time of year. I sometimes look back at the start of the new year and think, "I can't believe the holidays are over already!" So in an effort to preserve this time just a bit and focus less on the commercialized aspects of the holidays, I came up with a fun idea to encourage a season of service with my family- I call it "The Giving Tree". This is our family's "Giving Tree". When we do … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Charity & Service, Family, Paper Crafts, Seasons and Holidays · Tagged With: Activities, christmas, Winter

Thankful Thanksgiving Tablecloth

Oct

2012

by Stephanie 2 Comments

This month Lowe's challenged their creative network to show off some fall decor that won't break the bank. Here is what I came up with: A Thankful Thanksgiving Tablecloth! This project was inspired by my SIL Becca's tablecloth she posted about last year- see her tutorial HERE. I put a little spin on Becca's idea- instead of me writing all the things we are grateful for, I decided to let the whole family get in on the fun! Here is how we made it: 1. Head on over to Lowes and pick up … [Read more...]