I’d like to win some…jewelmint giveaway!

January 7, 2012 by  

I’d like to win some…jewelmint giveaway!

So fun.  Pretty little packages for me.  I like those.  I like pretty packages and I really like what is in them! Have you heard about jewelmint?   It’s a site where you get help with choosing jewelry to match your... [Read more]

Black Eye Pea Soup. Bring on some LUCK!

January 2, 2012 by  

Black Eye Pea Soup.  Bring on some LUCK!

New Years Luck! I’ll take some of that! Black eye pea soup.  I’ll take some of that, too.  Our fam has made this a tradition.  Lucky Black Eye Pea Soup on…or around New Years Day.  We try and hit New Years... [Read more]

Hours of excitement! Almost time for the count down.

December 26, 2011 by  

Hours of excitement! Almost time for the count down.

Are you getting ready?  Another holiday after yesterday’s holiday is coming up!  Hummm…how about a fast, CHEAP, last-minute idea for the New Year’s Eve celebration?  Not a lot of thought is required…... [Read more]

Swiss Days…again! Top 3 Finds.

December 5, 2011 by  

Swiss Days…again!  Top 3 Finds.

Remember the Swiss Post ‘post’ from last year?  SO stinkin’ fun! This is the largest craft show in Utah.  80,000 people come from all over to see what is the latest and greatest in the crafting world. So…I... [Read more]

It’s here. SAVE A TON OF CASHOLA! Happy Cyber Monday.

November 28, 2011 by  

It’s here.  SAVE A TON OF CASHOLA!  Happy Cyber Monday.

CYBER MONDAY IS HERE!  For all you cyber lovers…today is your day to shine!  Get out there and finish off that shopping list so you can enjoy the holidays!  Super pricing on some killer gifts to give and a bit to keep. So... [Read more]

2 Bags of Chocolate Chips…

September 20, 2011 by  

2 Bags of Chocolate Chips…

Are you ready for this?  I am not sure I am.  Do you see the orange? The flour? The chocolate and cinnamon? Do you want to see the outcome? Do you see the amount of chocolate chips? The smirk? The DREAM cookie. This... [Read more]

Thanks for your patience ladies!

September 12, 2011 by  

Thanks for your patience ladies!

Don’t you just LOVE technology?! We do…er, most days. We’re sorry the site has been a bit…off. We are working hard to get it back up and running smoothly asap. Darn site! (Oh, and our emails have been... [Read more]

It made the news!

August 19, 2011 by  

It made the news!

Missy was on TV promoting the 50+ Recipes cookbook and she rocked it!  Here is the link to go watch the good stuff! http://www.kivitv.com/multimedia/videos/?bctid=1116577265001 I have not seen the book in real life, but after... [Read more]

Anti-Boredom Kits…8 of them!

July 25, 2011 by  

Anti-Boredom Kits…8 of them!

  In honor of National Anti-Boredom Month we decided to make ‘anti boredom’ kits Put each ‘kit’ in a brown paper bag and then label them 1-8.  Each time a kid is bored they can go grab a bag.  Oh,... [Read more]

Lots of loot! Michaels Craft loot for you!

July 11, 2011 by  

Lots of loot!  Michaels Craft loot for you!

It was because of you giveaway!  (4 loot prizes from Michaels Crafts) This loot giveaway is a bit different.  This giveaway is because of you.  A few weeks ago Michaels invited HDS to attend an exclusive ‘behind the scenes’... [Read more]

A ‘green’ daddy book!

June 12, 2011 by  

A ‘green’ daddy book!

Father’s Day is coming fast!  Last year my daughter brought this home after a girls party and I’ve kept it under lock and key until now because I didn’t have enough time to post it before Father’s day... [Read more]

Grateful.

May 30, 2011 by  

Grateful.

Happy Memorial Day! Spend it with those you absolutely adore. AlisonAlison is one of the 3 founders of HowDoesShe.com She is the mama of 4 rockin' kids who love PB and J's. She has one fantastic husband who is the love of her... [Read more]

Strike that. REVERSE IT!

May 16, 2011 by  

Strike that. REVERSE IT!

You know you have one.  One of those neighbors who is amazingly talented and you go over there just to steal ideas!?!  You make up excuses to borrow an egg to see what they are working on??? Ya.  Meet Amy.  She oozes with... [Read more]

Top 10 vintage finds

May 2, 2011 by  

Top 10 vintage finds

Top 10 Vintage Finds Hello Vintage mixed with Urban Rage!  Anthrolopolgie, Urban Outfitters, Modcloth???  Old Plank Road, Shabby Chic… What is it about old stuff that is so new? Maybe the fact that it lasts so long! Grandma’s... [Read more]

Classy Dollar Store Teacher Appreciation Gifts!

April 29, 2011 by  

Classy Dollar Store Teacher Appreciation Gifts!

Dollar Store Teacher Appreciation Gifts I used to teach Jr. High.  Loved it, but struggled smiling sincerely during teacher appreciation week after opening up my 32nd ‘#1 teacher mug’.   Okay maybe not 32 of them,... [Read more]

And the winner is…

April 25, 2011 by  

And the winner is…

Remember this post from last year?  How does she teach her kids about finance and business? Hang on…if you are interested in this program, there are 20 programs up for grabs…keep reading to find out how you can get... [Read more]

So…don’t do this. Bug Bingo

April 25, 2011 by  

So…don’t do this.  Bug Bingo

SO I was thinking I was pretty smart and planned a way to help entertain the family on a road trip over April Fool’s Day.   Keep in mind that I did pass driver’s education with flying colors .  I did read the laws... [Read more]

Little Grow “Peep” Topiary Tutorial

April 11, 2011 by  

Little Grow “Peep” Topiary Tutorial

This is Alison and I wanted to share Missy’s Dream flower…made of peeps.  Oozing with talent,  Ashlee of The Culinary Queen is about to share what I am making Missy for Easter, Christmas and her birthday.  Yes,... [Read more]

Michelle Money and Good Things Utah

April 6, 2011 by  

Michelle Money and Good Things Utah

So this morning I had the chance to be on Good Things Utah.  I tell ya it’s nerve wracking. {{That is the next thing we need to do is hire  a spokes(wo)man for HowDoesShe…gheez.}} I walked into the studio to hear... [Read more]

We play with knives…5 ideas to keep kids entertained at a restaurant!

April 4, 2011 by  

We play with knives…5 ideas to keep kids entertained at a restaurant!

B.O.R.E.D and hungry. Restaurant waiting with 4 kids! The manager comes out to say they are backed up and will be out shortly …what he means is it will be another 30 minutes. Entertaining them with ketchup…works... [Read more]

2×4 Decor {{11 Ideas}}

March 28, 2011 by  

2×4 Decor {{11 Ideas}}

It’s been a while that we’ve given some vinyl away for projects so we thought we might as well go for it! Keep reading to the bottom of the post to claim yours! (WOW that sentence sounded like an infomercial! HA!... [Read more]

Vintage Pop Art Super Hero Party

March 24, 2011 by  

Vintage Pop Art Super Hero Party

Oh my…Hello cute party idea!  Over at Anders Ruff they have some vintage party things going on and SERIOUSLY you HAVE to see this! Oh and after you see this stuff you’ll need to know where to get it so here are the... [Read more]

unusual baby gift…

March 7, 2011 by  

unusual baby gift…

unusual baby gift Kids play with them way more than real toys. They are a lot more sturdy than real toys. They are a lot cheaper than real toys. They will make you the coolest Aunt ever! Add a bit of vinyl to a batch of these... [Read more]

i like to swim

March 3, 2011 by  

i like to swim

Do you?  Like to swim?  If it’s bathtub temperature you can count me in.  None of this cold water stuff for me! I needed to make a quick gift for a friend who loved to swim and I happened to have a piece of 1×4... [Read more]

National Family Week. Free flowers are included.

February 23, 2011 by  

National Family Week.  Free flowers are included.

So…this post. Hummm. Watch the video first and then I will explain. It’s national family week  BTW. Keep reading and you’ll  find out about the free flowers! A couple of weeks ago I was talking to my brother.... [Read more]

What would you do with them? 3 pink bumps! {{video}}

February 10, 2011 by  

What would you do with them?  3 pink bumps! {{video}}

I saw my friend making these ribbon tulips and thought they were darling.  I got so caught up in her showing me how to make them that I forgot to ask her what she did with them.  {{Next time I’ll have to bribe her to... [Read more]

Watch out! It may get a bit messy…Easy Craft Idea

February 7, 2011 by  

Watch out! It may get a bit messy…Easy Craft Idea

Designer paper with the kidos! Is it fun? Yup! Is it ‘magic’?  Yup! Is it messy?  Yup! Easy Craft Idea?  Yup! Perfect for kids and a mothers entertainment. Easy Craft Idea Items needed: Paper Shaving Cream Paper... [Read more]

How to make a Plank Door Mat!

January 31, 2011 by  

How to make a Plank Door Mat!

How to make a Wood Plank Door Mat I think this post is a ‘deja vu’ of the chore chart for multiple kids post. Hello L…O…N…G……post. BUT I promise to give you an intermission. It will be... [Read more]

We need a BREAK!

January 24, 2011 by  

We need a BREAK!

I hope I didn’t scare you… We are not breaking from HowDoesShe?   Oh my…I need my daily dose of it! A break from laundry, cooking, chores, dishes, dusting… (I am sure you can fill in the rest of the dots!). Our... [Read more]

How do you make a Mod Podge video ‘THRILLING”?

January 17, 2011 by  

How do you make a Mod Podge video ‘THRILLING”?

Seriously…how do you make mod pod tips exciting, thrilling and full of adventure?  Ummm…not sure.  BUT, with at little help from imovies trailer mod podging and Indiana Jones may go hand in hand. This is the first... [Read more]

Great Magic Trick #2

January 10, 2011 by  

Great Magic Trick #2

Great Magic Trick #2. If you missed #1 Great magic trick you are in luck.  I posted it a bit ago so you can be a cool magical mom! I love doing these magic tricks because it lets me watch my squirts think and learn. Other reasons… cheap easy fun. and... [Read more]

8 SUpeR Cute New YeaRs Ideas

December 28, 2010 by  

8 SUpeR Cute New YeaRs Ideas

How about ringing in the new year with some free printables and all these fun ideas. 1.  Add to bottle of  sparkling cider for a fun hostess gift this New Year’s Eve. From Beth ProudFoot 2.  New Year Printable to support... [Read more]

26 ABC’s

December 27, 2010 by  

26 ABC’s

I know this is a re-post, but I am spending  this week with the family and our new family dog(ahhh!). I decided to put up one of my favorite projects.  These make me smile:) ABC’s with Vinyl Yea!!! I’m excited how... [Read more]

Merry Christmas…we hope you get a pony!

December 24, 2010 by  

Merry Christmas…we hope you get a pony!

Merry Christmas from the HowDoesShe Gals. We hope you get to spend a ton of time with your family this holiday season. (and get all the presents you’ve ever dreamed of:) AlisonAlison is one of the 3 founders of HowDoesShe.com... [Read more]

10 Things to do with a block

December 23, 2010 by  

10 Things to do with a block

We posted these last year when we had a few followers (thanks to our moms…they were our first followers).  We wanted to make sure you saw the fun things you can do with a simple block. So on with 10 things to do with a... [Read more]

Jack Frost’s NOT Lost…easy Christmas Neighbor Gift!

December 13, 2010 by  

Jack Frost’s NOT Lost…easy Christmas Neighbor Gift!

Have you ever played ‘Don’t Eat Pete?’ It’s a fast candy eating, deep down gut laughing toddler game that brings the entire family together. We posted a different version of this Jack Frost’s NOT... [Read more]

2×4 Snowman…easy, fast and he doesn’t melt!

December 9, 2010 by  

2×4 Snowman…easy, fast and he doesn’t melt!

2×4 Snowman. I thought we needed more 2×4 love.  It’s been a while. If you need some more 2×4 ideas…you are in luck. 2×4 decor galore! Gift giving at it’s finest,  from scraps of wood. ... [Read more]

59 Spots left…Free Kids Craft Group in Utah for Toys for Tots!

December 1, 2010 by  

59 Spots left…Free Kids Craft Group in Utah for Toys for Tots!

I asked my daughters to help with this post.  They are 9 and 6.  They are fun kids with huge blue eyes! A couple of years ago my girls wanted to give service in our community.  We called a few places (homeless shelter, womens... [Read more]

Free Music from Amazon…3 of ‘em

November 26, 2010 by  

Free Music from Amazon…3 of ‘em

Download 3 free songs from Amazon for FREE! Add a little Christmas music to your collection Start a love CD for your honey?  Do you remember ‘your song’? Dance with your toddlers to the latest rascal flats song... [Read more]

Santa IS Here…A Free Silhouette Craft Cutter! and the CYBER MONDAY DEAL released!

November 22, 2010 by  

Santa IS Here…A Free Silhouette Craft Cutter! and the CYBER MONDAY DEAL released!

***This giveaway has ended*** Enter in below to win a F.R.e.E. Silhouette America Craft Cutter $299 value …but hang on don’t forget to read about the secret that was just released! I have been keeping this secret... [Read more]

If found please return to…

November 3, 2010 by  

If found please return to…

****UPDATE… Susan S.  You are the winner!  Whoot Whee Whoo!**** Check your email.  If we don’t hear back from you in 48 hours we’ll give it to the next lucky gal! Seriously look at the size... [Read more]

Pumpkin Scarring

November 1, 2010 by  

Pumpkin Scarring

  When we moved into the house we are in now, the previous owners had some sweet little girls who’d been working hard on their pumpkin garden.  They had plans to have a pumpkin selling stand on the corner near Halloween. ... [Read more]

Mummy Wrapping

October 25, 2010 by  

Mummy Wrapping

First off…It’s Missy’s Birthday today! Whoot!  Happy Birthday to You. I tried to find an 8th grade picture of her, but I didn’t have any luck…so if anyone happens to have one please feel free to... [Read more]

Bucket O’ Chalk

October 12, 2010 by  

Bucket O’ Chalk

Oh you sad soul.  White, plain and boring. Did I mention I got you from the dollar store? All you need is some ‘fluff’, some love and of course, some vinyl! I needed a bucket to put some of the homemade chalk into. A... [Read more]

13 Snazzy Halloween Ideas

October 11, 2010 by  

13 Snazzy Halloween Ideas

You’ve got a little over 2 weeks away until Halloween! Need to get some C.R.E.A.T.ive juices flowing? Check out theIShareSites! IShareCrafts ISharePrintables IShareFunFood Craftiness has gone crazy over Halloween Get over... [Read more]

3 Metal Magnet Board

October 4, 2010 by  

3 Metal Magnet Board

3 Metal Magnet Board Bring on the metal.  This sheet metal that needs a little less ‘out of the factory’ look. It’s nice and shiny, but I don’t want that. I fell the need to ‘un’shine it…give... [Read more]

I. SHARE. U. SHARE.

September 28, 2010 by  

I. SHARE. U. SHARE.

We are so excited to let you know what we’ve been working on… A community website featuring YOU! IShare Sites ISharePrintables IShareCrafts IShareFunFood 3 sister sites showcasing the best on the web! {{Yes, it will... [Read more]

$300 Silhouette Giveaway and a Bigillion Craft Ideas!

September 20, 2010 by  

$300 Silhouette Giveaway and a Bigillion Craft Ideas!

***UPDATED- THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED*** I was on a fabulous vacation while Missy and Alison were approving a BJILLION comments for this giveaway. Somehow they thought it was only fair for ME to have to announce the winner. Why... [Read more]

I Got a little carried away…Flags and Shirts

September 13, 2010 by  

I Got a little carried away…Flags and Shirts

Does the picture below tell you I need help? I enlisted my mother-in-law and 3 of my neighbor’s irons to complete this project.  Most sane people don’t need to bring in a ‘production’ line to help complete... [Read more]

3 Top Crafters at Swiss Days…The Gargantuan Craft Show!

September 9, 2010 by  

3 Top Crafters at Swiss Days…The Gargantuan Craft Show!

Were you there this weekend?  I swear everyone and their dog{{oh wait…no dogs allowed}} were at Swiss Days this year!  Utah’s biggest Craft Show was held this last weekend. Rumor has it that it’s one of the... [Read more]

Dollar Store Mug…solving problems!

September 4, 2010 by  

Dollar Store Mug…solving problems!

At our house we had one ‘special’ mug in the house.  The girls claimed it to be special because it was pretty and made everything ‘taste’ so much better. Well, the problem with that was there was only... [Read more]

How to Make a Plexi Frame!

August 30, 2010 by  

How to Make a Plexi Frame!

How to make a plexi glass frame! You’ve seen these in the stores, now it’s time to make one. Items needed: 1×12 x14 pine board…I routered the edges of this one, but that is optional 4 hex caps 4 screws 1... [Read more]

Make a Friend Board

August 23, 2010 by  

Make a Friend Board

With Jen over at Tater Tots and Jello doing all this subway art…I was beginning to feel a bit left out! I needed some family gifts that had a bit of meaning to them so I thought I’d hop on the subway art bandwagon. So... [Read more]

$100 in Vinyl Supplies from Sign Warehouse

August 21, 2010 by  

$100 in Vinyl Supplies from Sign Warehouse

*****GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED**** THE WINNER IS: JEN C WHO SAID “I’M ON THE EMAIL LIST, BUT I SAW THIS ONE OF FB FIRST!!” Alright, all you ‘needers’ of: Vinyl Heat transfer paper Backer paper Or... [Read more]

A night stand for under $20

August 20, 2010 by  

A night stand for under $20

i’m so excited to be posting over here at HOW DOES SHE! oh how i adore this site!! well, i pondered several ideas over with alison, and this was the one she liked the most!!! we moved into our home almost exactly one year... [Read more]

School’s in…Back to School Teacher Board!

August 16, 2010 by  

School’s in…Back to School Teacher Board!

Gifts for teachers School is in or almost in…I can’t believe it’s that time of year again. Do you remember Amber from the birthday wreath post and birthday board? She called me and wanted something to give... [Read more]

How to make a Watermelon!

August 11, 2010 by  

How to make a Watermelon!

YAY!  I found my computer…It only took 2 days and 4 hours with the internet company to get it hooked up.  We {{my family and I}} made it into the Utah Valley safe and sound on Saturday night.  Thanks for all your well... [Read more]

Vinyl Decoration for Borders

August 1, 2010 by  

Vinyl Decoration for Borders

Before I start this project tutorial I have a deep thought… How come every time you finish a ton of home projects you find out you are M.O.V.E.ing? My family and I will be headed down to Utah this week.  U-Haul and all! So... [Read more]

Emergency Summer Ideas

July 31, 2010 by  

Emergency Summer Ideas

Over at Kind over Matter They have these fun free printables! We added them to the Summer Bingo idea we got and off they went. One of the tasks was to deliver these to the neighbors who were outside. You could hear the squirts... [Read more]

10-10-10 $500 Giveaway

July 27, 2010 by  

10-10-10 $500 Giveaway

10,000 Readers in 10 Months giving 10 Prizes in a giveaway! We are giving prizes away for hitting some major milestones.  We couldn’t have done it without you so we want to reward you with some sweet stuff… How... [Read more]

Vinyl Decoration

July 26, 2010 by  

Vinyl Decoration

A little seasonal Vinyl Decoration. This post is dedicated to the love of vinyl.  It’s easy, fast, festive and not clutter’y'! One thing about having a cutter is that it’s easy to add a little seasonal decor... [Read more]

Sticks to Stars!

July 18, 2010 by  

Sticks to Stars!

Need a Great Magic Trick? In my previous life:) I taught science and I had to convince Jr. High kids that science was cool.  I tried to use magic tricks to teach concepts.  One of the osmosis and diffusion lessons (blah blah... [Read more]

Hello Idaho!

July 13, 2010 by  

Hello Idaho!

Welcome Idaho Statesman readers If you are looking for the links found in the paper, here they are: Back Yard Water Park Cantaloupe Even Sweeter Secret Popsicle Sit back and enjoy!  We hope you like it here. Don’t forget... [Read more]

How to Make a Wood Growth Chart

July 12, 2010 by  

How to Make a Wood Growth Chart

Wood Growth Chart! YAY, It’s finally here.  We’ve received a lot of emails from Shelley’s Toddlers Boy Room post about wanting a tutorial on how to make a wood growth chart. here. you. go. A tute on a wood... [Read more]

Turn your summer photos into a flip book for FREE!

July 10, 2010 by  

Turn your summer photos into a flip book for FREE!

Remember Missy’s post on the free flip book?  I loved how mine turned out!!!  BUT… It requires you to be in facebook. Well, here is another offer that doesn’t require Facebook! Here’s how to get your Free... [Read more]

Fun with Money — 4 Ideas!

July 8, 2010 by  

Fun with Money — 4 Ideas!

How about a little Fun with Money! My daughters thought I was pretty magical when I broke out my money tricks.   After I showed them, they must have played for a couple hours trying to do it on their own and preparing to show... [Read more]

Tops

July 2, 2010 by  

Tops

So, how about a month in review! Is this deja vu?  Seriously, this one in the top 5 for the second month in a row! What would you  do with 144 balloons? Summer Printables Ruffled Party Streamers Shelley showed us how to make... [Read more]

$50 in Scrap book supplies from Lemon Poppy Shoppe

June 26, 2010 by  

$50 in Scrap book supplies from Lemon Poppy Shoppe

***UPDATED***The winner is Amy Who said: I usually craft alone but would LOVE to craft with others. As a mom of 3 small kiddos and wife to a busy man, I usually have time to craft late at night. With all this... [Read more]

How to make Cantaloupe even SWEETer

June 23, 2010 by  

How to make Cantaloupe even SWEETer

One of the reasons I love summer is because of all the fruit!  Watermelons, blueberries and cantaloupe!  Fresh, sweet, juicy fruit.  The kind that is sweeter than candy.  You know what I am talking about.  Delicious.ness! ... [Read more]

How to make a flag!

June 21, 2010 by  

How to make a flag!

hAPPY 4th of jULY I guess I am excited for the 4th this year, because I’ve done 2 flag posts in a week.  Here’s the other one just in case you missed it:) The parades where kids get more candy than on Halloween, cool... [Read more]

U-Create…can she?

June 20, 2010 by  

U-Create…can she?

I am excited to share our HowDoesShe feature today!  I got to find out more about the mysterious blogger over at U-Create.  Kari’s blog offers trendy fresh tutorials on crafting.  She just redid her layout {{ It looks... [Read more]

6 FABulous Ideas

June 18, 2010 by  

6 FABulous Ideas

  I found out about the Just A Girl Blog almost a year ago.  I wish I would have found her earlier!  Wait until you read her posts.  You’ll want to invite her to a girl’s night out!  She would entertain the party! ... [Read more]

2×4 Decor…4th of July!

June 14, 2010 by  

2×4 Decor…4th of July!

A 2×4 Flag! Just what you’ve been waiting for:)  another 2×4 idea! Why the obsession  with 2×4 decor?  They are so cheap to make and fun to give!  All the ugly scraps of wood need is a little crafting... [Read more]

$50 in FR.E.E. custom Vinyl

June 11, 2010 by  

$50 in FR.E.E. custom Vinyl

***UPDATED*** The winner is:   Heather who said ‘I’ve also told about 5 of my friends about your site! Love it’       Alright we are listening!   A lot of you have been asking where to find precut custom... [Read more]

An Idea for Thrifty Family Room Picture Displaying

June 7, 2010 by  

An Idea for Thrifty Family Room Picture Displaying

In the pictures in the post I did on Saturday, you’ll notice these.  They are in the first picture… right hand corner…did you find them?  Pretty soon you are going to know this home inside and out! You know... [Read more]

What Does Your Family Stand For?

June 4, 2010 by  

What Does Your Family Stand For?

This post will be addressing two very important topics.  HUGE…Really Ginormous.  One might not be so huge, the decorating of a boring spot,  but the other one  I think can help to shape the future of a family and to... [Read more]

Teacher Ideas and the Idaho Statesman

June 1, 2010 by  

Teacher Ideas and the Idaho Statesman

Teacher Gifts and The Idaho Statesman!  Welcome all new readers. Here are some of the great teacher gifts that will help your teacher keep clean and organized! Teacher Appreciation Gift Ideas Don’t forget about the free... [Read more]

Thank You!

May 29, 2010 by  

Thank You!

We just wanted to give a shout out to our wonderful sponsors. Without them there would be no HowDoesShe? So head over there and see who supports this blog. We only allow sponsors that we love because we only want to recommend... [Read more]

Come in…It’s PLAY time!

May 24, 2010 by  

Come in…It’s PLAY time!

Come in…It’s PLAY time! Adding to the kids bedroom decor! We got together with a couple of my daughter’s friends and made this.  It was a super fun ‘swap’ and I will get a post up soon on ‘swapping... [Read more]

$40 in Hannah Banana Boutique Bucks

May 22, 2010 by  

$40 in Hannah Banana Boutique Bucks

***UPDATED*** the winner is #16 Melissa who said “I emailed my friend.” Hannah Banana Boutique This is cute… OOO so is that… Wait- look at these… I want to get one of these for Shelley... [Read more]

A Bit of Magic Potion!

May 21, 2010 by  

A Bit of Magic Potion!

As a gift for my daughters I gave them: Plaster of Paris Wax paper Cups and some food coloring I found the Plaster of Paris from Lowe’s after searching all of the craft stores.  It was around $7 Kind of a weird present... [Read more]

And the Winner is…

May 19, 2010 by  

And the Winner is…

And the winner is… Wait…we need to tell you thanks for all your comments!  They made us crack up:0 Heather M. Who said: Heather Submitted on 2010/05/13 at 9:40pm said: I like the download with the 2 little trees!... [Read more]

Really…Silhouette Deal!

May 13, 2010 by  

Really…Silhouette Deal!

If you buy the Silhouette Craft Cutter Starting Tuesday you will: 1)Receive a $50.00 discount 2)2 Rolls of heat transfer ($29.98value) (a savings of almost $80). 3)Cutting Mats 4)Cutting Blade 5)$25 gift Card for Downloads All... [Read more]

A Free Silhouette Craft Cutter…Really?

May 12, 2010 by  

A Free Silhouette Craft Cutter…Really?

****UPDATED****The winner is Heather M. Okay we can’t stand it any longer…Do you know how hard it is to keep a secret like this.  A huge giveaway that is worth over $325 {{THREE HUNDRED AND TWENTY FIVE DOLLARS}} Did... [Read more]

How do they know when I put my baby to sleep?

May 10, 2010 by  

How do they know when I put my baby to sleep?

I  have been trying for the last hour to get the baby to sleep… He’s finally is out… DING. DONG. ! After having babies I have wanted to disconnect my door bell many times! How do people know when I put the... [Read more]

6 ideas on how to entertain your kids! Featured Guest Marie from Make and Take

May 6, 2010 by  

6 ideas on how to entertain your kids! Featured Guest Marie from Make and Take

First off…we are guest posting over on Make and Takes today. My refreshingly clear post today is on: HowDoesShe get her kids to drink more water? Hop on over and find out how to increase the water and smoosh the sugar drinks!... [Read more]

Welcome Idaho Statesman Readers!

May 4, 2010 by  

Welcome Idaho Statesman Readers!

Welcome Idaho Statesman Readers! Here is the link to all Mother’s Day Ideas! If you read the paper than you know about the new Idaho Mom & Dads section… it’s wonderful!!! We need to make sure Brenda and... [Read more]

Money, Love, and Mom

May 3, 2010 by  

Money, Love, and Mom

LOVE and…money, isn’t that what we really want for mother’s day!…okay maybe a nap too!A day to be celebrated for our hard work.  Whether or not we have children.  We are all mothering someone somewhere…it’s... [Read more]

So, What Was in the EnveLOpe?

April 30, 2010 by  

So, What Was in the EnveLOpe?

Over at Dollar Store Crafts , Heather does a secret envelope ‘swap.’   She sends out 10 envelopes of random stuff to readers who apply.  The readers take and make something from the ‘secret’ envelope. ... [Read more]

$3.12 Window Box

April 26, 2010 by  

$3.12 Window Box

Boring…My front porch…that is… I read Just-a-girls post on flower box windows and thought that would solve the problem.   To help liven up the front porch. I started out with a complex design that used MDF... [Read more]

Heated Giveaway…$60 worth in Heat Transfer and Rhinestones

April 24, 2010 by  

Heated Giveaway…$60 worth in Heat Transfer and Rhinestones

***UPDATED*** Winner:Breanna I love the Glitter Silver color. How cute would that be for a guitar on a onesies? A friend of mine bought some of the heat transfer vinyl at the Scrapbook Expo and I have been dying to see how... [Read more]

‘It’s Not Mine’

April 24, 2010 by  

‘It’s Not Mine’

Look Familiar? “It’s not mine?”  Sound familiar? Well, someone had to put it there… I am on a quest to control the towel ‘dropper’ of the family.  You think I could figure it out from the... [Read more]

Family Dinner Questions #5 with a bonus!

April 23, 2010 by  

Family Dinner Questions #5 with a bonus!

Family Dinner Questions #5 6 additional bonus questions {{all for a discounted price of FREE}} Here is your FREE PDF for Family Dinner Questions #5! If you missed the first 4 here they are! Have fun with your family and learning…who... [Read more]

Plump, Ripe, Sweet…

April 19, 2010 by  

Plump, Ripe, Sweet…

How about an easy Mother’s Day Idea? Two food posts in a row for me???  Is there something wrong…am I pregnant? Ummm…Nope, at least to the pregnant part:) I keep dreaming in strawberries though!  Strawberry... [Read more]

How About Some FREE Vinyl Strips? $40 Worth!

April 17, 2010 by  

How About Some FREE Vinyl Strips?  $40 Worth!

***UPDATED*** Congrats Rachel you are our winner!! ‘Rachel: I am already receiving your emails and LOVE them!!!’ Okay…you want it! You’ve been dying to try it… Vinyl strips for your Cutters Silhouette... [Read more]

Why is it so Hard?

April 16, 2010 by  

Why is it so Hard?

A mother’s dream… My 2 1/4 year old told me last week,  ”‘No more Diapers Mommy.” Excuse me… Really… Can I hear that again please? “No MORE diapers Mommy!” AAAAAAAAAA…AAA... [Read more]

What Does That Mean?

April 15, 2010 by  

What Does That Mean?

I am excited to introduce you to a fun do-it-yourself motivating blog called infarrantly creative.  Actually, I’ll let her introduce herself… “name is Beckie and this is the face behind Infarrantly Creative… Infarrantly... [Read more]

Monkey What?

April 13, 2010 by  

Monkey What?

Look closely… a little closer… Okay, maybe that’s too close. Lets go back to this picture… Gooey glazed cinnamon and sugar Piping hot rolls that melt in your mouth The smell of sweet delicious that knocks... [Read more]

How Does She? Teach Her Kids About Finances and Business?

April 13, 2010 by  

How Does She? Teach Her Kids About Finances and Business?

(***UPDATED***the winners are at the bottom) 12 giveaways attached at the bottom! How Does She teach her kid about business and finances? Have you ever thought about what the next million dollar idea is or how you can get your... [Read more]

Family Game Night Board{{tutorial}}

April 12, 2010 by  

Family Game Night Board{{tutorial}}

Family Fun Game Night! We need some fun!  How about initiating a family fun game night?  No phone, ipod, computer {gasp}, TV,  and pull out the ol’ game boards.  Make a little popcorn and pour some root beer.  On with... [Read more]

Next Page »

Hide me
Join us for Free Printables and fresh fun ideas right to your inbox!
Email
Show me