Gift Giving Organization

Doesn’t it seem like there is ALWAYS a gift giving event? Do you ever forget about a ‘gift giving’ occasion until the day of? Or do you just NOT have time to get out and buy for the occasion? {Um, I’ll... [Read more]

Please Remove Your Shoes!

Please Remove Your Shoes How fun is this!  I always feel awkward asking people to take off their shoes when they come inside….now I don’t have to (at least not as much)!  This is a Please Remove Your Shoes sign/frame... [Read more]

Fun ways to say Thanks!

I know we said we weren’t going to post on New Years Eve, but I did anyways!  We were in the process of making them anyways and I wanted to share this idea with you before the kids go back to school!  Thanks in the inbox: The... [Read more]

Are you getting your free Photo Canvas and Photo Calendar?

Are you getting your free Canvas and Photo Calendar? Canvas People is offering a free 8×10 canvas to every household!  We tried it and look how cute it turned out!  You do have to pay shipping, but $14.95 for a $55 canvas…that’s... [Read more]

Family Dinner Questions #1

30 Family Dinner Questions #1 Here are questions that encourage family talk!  We believe in families and we know the power of getting to know each other better.  So what we’ve created for you are 30 questions that... [Read more]

9 Ways to use a candy cane!

What to do with Candy Canes!  9 ideas on how to use Candy Canes  This first one is a tutorial on chocolate dipped candy canes.  If you have extra chocolate left over from the Oreo Cookie tutorial this will be perfect for you! 1. ... [Read more]

Fun Frugal Family Christmas Tradition #1 – Nativity…with an Angel Wing tutorial

Probably one of the most popular Christmas traditions out there is to act out the story of Jesus’ birth.  I have memories of crawling around on the floor with a sheep skin on my back making animal sounds at the appropriate... [Read more]

Need a last minute gift? These are perfect and super cheap right now!

Need a last minute gift?  Here are some great deals I found on magazines!  A magazine is a gift that keeps on giving!  Just wrap up a picture of the magazine they will be getting starting in January!  I ordered a subscription... [Read more]

Fun Family Frugal Tradition #2 Story Toes!

Fun Frugal Family Christmas Tradition #2  Puppet Show Toes! Need a couple hours to get ready for the holidays?  Have the kids get ready for a puppet show!  All you need are markers and toes.  This is Santa and his reindeer. You’ll... [Read more]

Fun Frugal Family Tradition #3 – Hot Cocoa and Snow! 4 great ideas!

Fun Family Tradition Fresh snowfall!  In our family we drop everything to get kids bundled at the site of the first flake. It doesn’t matter that their snow pants are 3 inches too short and we can’t find matching... [Read more]

Christmas Wrapping – Reusable, Adorable and Green!

I always enjoyed it when our Christmas presents were wrapped and everyone took turns to open one present at a time.  This seemed to make Christmas last longer rather than just having all the presents under the tree unwrapped. ... [Read more]

1 Magnet Board Done 2 Different Ways!

Advent Calendar and Birthday Board.  Julie had this great idea to turn a magnet board into two things!  She did the front side an advent calendar and the back side a birthday countdown!  She used the same frame and same metal. ... [Read more]

Fun Frugal Family Tradition #4 – snowman with a twist

Since I have lived in Boise, we haven’t received a lot of snow.  When we do get snow, it usually melts by the afternoon.  This makes it hard to build a snowman.  We came up with a solution.  We make a snowman with doughnuts!     This... [Read more]

Fun Frugal Family Tradition #5 – Family Fondue

Fun Frugal Family Tradition #5 – Family Fondue This is one family tradition I simply can not do without. Our Christmas family fondue night is anticipated, fun, memorable, and did I mention delicious?! I’m not talking... [Read more]

A Clean Teacher Appreciation Gift

Teacher Appreciation Gifts We had a few requests for more teacher gift ideas so here you go! This practical teacher gift idea is always needed!  Now you can personalize it for your teachers. I have seen a few different tutorials... [Read more]

Fun Frugal Family Tradition #6 Reindeer Ice Wreath

Reindeer Ice Wreaths You are going to love the cold weather when you see these! These are so fun, so easy and so cheap to make!!! All you need is: Your kids to help! Water Bowls Cups Carrots or Apples (whatever your reindeer... [Read more]

Oreo Sucker Holder!

Now that you’ve made your Oreo suckers…here is your sucker holder tutorial! If you missed the tutorial on how to make click here to make Oreo suckers 1.  Modge Podge your 4×4.  I did all the sides, but the... [Read more]

Fun Frugal Family Tradition #7 – Magical Moments Under The Christmas Tree

One of my very favorite childhood memories happened right under the Christmas tree. I still vividly remember lying next to my dad directly under the tree. We would look up into all of the branches above us and see the twinkling... [Read more]

Fun Frugal Family Christmas Tradition #8 – Talent Show

Warning:  I am starting with a personal memory, so if you just want the ideas, skip now to the bottom of the post.  This picture brings back a hilarious memory that completely depicts my kids at that particular time in our... [Read more]

Oreo Cookie Sucker Tutorial

I know, they are perfectly gorgeous. We are so lucky to have our sweet {and oh so talented} friend, Jamie give us a tutorial on her famous cookie suckers. Boise local, Jamie, is a young mother of two adorable little boys. Jamie... [Read more]

Hot Chocolate Heaven!

 My friend Stacy told me about hot chocolate heaven at Maverik.  Yes, you read that right – Maverik.  I know you can go to your local coffee shop and get this goodness, but did you know you can get it at your local... [Read more]

Fun Frugal Family Christmas Tradition #9 – Family Slumber Party

Fun Frugal Christmas Tradition #9 – Family Slumber Party The excitment building up to Christmas is half the fun! This weekend surprise the kiddos by putting an invitation on their pillow to a family slumber party!  Pop... [Read more]

Vinyl Post…Finally!

I got this bowl at the dollar store and made it super cute!  All it took was a little red permanent vinyl. Have fun with all your projects…we want to see pics. What personal cutter do we recommend? Silhouette. ... [Read more]

Fun Frugal Family Christmas Tradition #10 – Book on Tape

I came across this idea from the idea room and loved how it could fit in our 12.5 days of frugal Christmas Traditions. Take a look at Amy’s Post and you’ll see how fun it would be to do this! You could choose your... [Read more]

Fun Frugal Family Christmas Tradition #11 – Paint Can PJ’s

Fun Frugal Christmas Tradition #11 – Paint Can PJ’s Many families have the wonderful Christmas tradition of opening pajamas on Christmas Eve. Even as a mother of three, I still get giddy about opening my new Christmas... [Read more]

Snowman Gift Box

Greetings new friends! I’m Becca from Blue Cricket Design! It’s such a privilege visiting all of you! I’m your typical girl next door! I married my High School Sweetheart over 8 years ago and together we are experiencing... [Read more]

Fun Frugal Family Christmas Tradition #12

I love traditions!  I think it gives security and something to look forward to for your kids.  Christmas is the perfect time to start some fun ones.  I know you all have your ideas, but we at How Does She, want to share... [Read more]

Don’t buy another gift card until you read this…

WAHOO Cheaper Gift Cards!   I wish I would have known about this site years ago!  This site offers Discounted Gift Cards...  They buy them from people who don’t want them and then sell them for cheaper. We checked into... [Read more]

#1 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Caroling for Charity

#1 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Caroling for Charity That’s right our #1 Neighbor gift idea is No Gifts {well, at least not for each other}. As fun as it is to give and receive Christmas Gifts from Neighbors,…we... [Read more]

#2 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Melt in your Mouth Cookies

#2 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Melt in your Mouth Cookies Deliver a package of Mint Cookies  & can of Hot Chocolate {Stephens is my favorite} Attach Tag: “Gather your family for a special Treat! Be prepared to... [Read more]

#3 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Snuggle

 #3 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Snuggle Who doesn’t love Snuggle? Sometimes practical items are a nice alternative to sweets.  I know this would a welcome gift on my doorstep! Tag idea: “Snuggle UP! ... [Read more]

Teacher Gift Idea

12 Days of Christmas! We had this idea to give our kids’ teachers a bunch of school supplies that they needed with some treats for a gift for Christmas.  My friend Jen took it one step further, and added to it  much... [Read more]

Two thoughtful gifts under $1

Two thoughtful gifts under $1 Here’s a shout out to gifts that are cheap, useful and VERY thoughtful! The first year my husband and I were married we were the typical newly weds, going to school, no income and blissfully... [Read more]

#4 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Creamer {for a steamer}

#4 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Creamer {for a steamer} I am in love with Coffee Mate. Yes, that is right,…I don’t even drink Coffee, but I could sip this stuff straight from the bottle. It is the best addition... [Read more]

Easy to make magnet board…(for about $1)

Easy to make Magnet board! I think I’ll have my daughter make this for her friends for Christmas. 1.  I got this piece of metal at a metal shop.  Look up metal shops in your area and see if they can cut you a piece. ... [Read more]

Homeade Gift Ideas for every age

I love giving homeade gifts!  I don’t do it as much as I like, but I just love watching the receiver open their gift that I know I have spent long hours making all the while thinking of them.  The problem is, kids don’t... [Read more]

#5 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Cookie Dough

# 5 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Cookie Dough Give a roll of cookie dough with tag “We could all use a little extra DOUGH this time of Year” . This one makes me smile. Hopefully it will your neighbors too!... [Read more]

Christmas Gift Idea – Grandparents & Family

I can’t even begin to tell you how much I love PhotoStamps. They’re perfect for every occasion! Most recently I ordered them for my twins birth announcement. There is something so sweet about seeing a personalized picture... [Read more]

#6 – Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – True Delights

#6 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – True Delights#6 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea Have you tasted these?! They are divine.  True Delight Granola Bars are NOT your average granola bar. Your neighbors will thank you after tasting... [Read more]

Make a ‘Thank You’ Plate for Santa!

What’s the estimated amount of cookies left out for Santa on Christmas Eve? 84 MILLION! Whoo Weee!  That’s a lot of cookies! We think Santa needs to be thanked…so we are having our kids write ‘Thank You’... [Read more]

Free Calendar, tote bag, photo magnets, note books…

Look how fun this  Free calendar is! Missy ordered one from Vista Print - it turned out so cute!  It was very easy - She  just uploaded one picture for each month and then added all her family’s birthdays. They... [Read more]

TODAY ONLY!!! Cyber Monday Deals and Last Chances!

Today is your LAST CHANCE to get in on the following deals: We love the holidays…there are a lot of cheap/free items that companies are giving this year.  We wanted to make sure you know about some of the best!  We are... [Read more]

#7 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Paper Plates

#7 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea -Paper Plates Doing the dishes for your neighbor?! What could be a better gift than that?! Deliver paper plates with tag “Don’t let your dishes pile up this busy holiday season. Let... [Read more]

Dear Santa…

Last week, one of Santa’s helpers sent my little boy an adorable ‘Official Letter to Santa Kit‘.  He opened the beautiful package addressed to him with a squeal of delight!  Makes me smile thinking about it…Before... [Read more]

#8 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Batteries

Batteries are essentials on Christmas morning, your neighbors will appreciate this practical gift! tag idea: Hope you have enough ENERGY to make it through the Holidays!  Merry Christmas! For our Top 30 Neighbor Christmas Gift... [Read more]

#9 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Therapy Sacs

These are so great for cold toes after sledding or just being out in the cold.  You just pop them in the mirco for a couple minutes, put on your cold toes or hands, AAHH instant warmth.  They are also great for sore muscles. tag... [Read more]

#10 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Bread

#10 on the list of Top Neighbor Christmas Gifts Okay, so I know this isn’t very original – but it is one of my VERY FAVORITE things to receive from neighbors (hint, hint to my neighbors).  I don’t care what... [Read more]

Christmas Gift Idea Spouse- Music {Plus coupon code for free music}

I am in crazy love with Michael Buble {this is no secret to my husband}. He has a new cd out called “Crazy Love” {yes, I am pretty sure he named it after me}. I want it. BAD. I love all of his ‘standard’... [Read more]

#11 Neighbor Gift Idea – Caramel Dip

Caramel Dip Believe me when I tell you, this dip is perfect for giving.  It is easy to make and everyone I have ever given it to LOVES it!  Pair it with something to dip in it or give it alone…just share it – you... [Read more]

#7-10 10 Thing to do with a block!

CLICK HERE FOR IDEA#1-6 Idea #7 Blocks 1.  Paint the blocks (easy) … 2.  Put the ABC vinyl on them (easier)…I used the ‘Narkism’ font 1.8×1.8 in dark brown. Need vinyl?  Contact your vinyl lady,... [Read more]

Look What We found for FREE!–8×10 Canvas

Canvas People is offering one FREE canvas! Get Your First Canvas on Them. Free 8×10 Canvas Print or $55 off Larger Sizes. I ordered one of these last week and wanted to make sure it was legit before promoting it. Well it... [Read more]

#12 Neighbor Christmas Gift Ideas – Soap

#12 Neighbor Christmas Gift Ideas- Soap! I love giving this gift  {just ask my neighbors,..3 years running} Heck, I’d love to receive this! This no calorie gift is practical and fun to receive. Attach tag “We... [Read more]

#13 Neighbor Christmas Gift – Treat Countdown

You might say I am a little obsessed over Christmas countdowns, and you’d be right.  I love this one because you can customize everything to the recipiant.  You just put the same amount of treats as there are people... [Read more]

#14 Christmas Neighbor Gift Idea – chocolate covered pretzels

  Pretzels and chocolate – you just can’t go wrong with this combo!  I would prefer dark chocolate to white, but the white is so much prettier with the sprinkles! Here is a tutorial on how to make chocolate dipped... [Read more]

#15 Neighbor Christmas Gift – M&M’s in a box

#15 Neighbor Christmas Gift A lot more fun than just a plain old bag of m&ms, right?  Place M&M’s in a box with a big ribbon and when they open it up they’ll have to eat the goodies to read the message! I... [Read more]

How do you Advent?

How do you Advent? 14 Ways to Adventing How do you Advent? I used a pizza pan for our advent calendar and then applied Vinyl! Woo…that was easy.  The pizza pan came from Walmart for around 3$ I used a little wood star... [Read more]

#16 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea -Cheap Games

#16 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea Who knew pick up sticks could be SO MUCH FUN!!!  We can’t stop playing this game! Share a fun game with your neighbor this holiday season. Tag idea:  Hope you have a FUN holiday season! Don’t... [Read more]

#17 Neighbor Christmas Gift Ideas – Pistachios

#17 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Pistachios Everyone is crazy about nuts this time of year! I especially love giving pistachios because it becomes an activity.  I love imagining the recipient chatting with friends, or... [Read more]

#18 Neighbor Christmas Gift – Story Countdown

I love Christmas Countdowns!  This would be a fun way to share your favorite Christmas stories with your neighbors, and bonus: you wouldn’t have to bake anything!  Just find your favorite stories, make copies, bind,... [Read more]

#19 Neighbor Christmas Gift – 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]

#20 Neighbor Christmas Gift – Pancakes

I got this bowl at the dollar store and made it super cute! All it took was a little red permanent vinyl.  If you need information on vinyl…here is the 101 Permnant vinyl works wonders on boring white bowls:) One hint... [Read more]

Christmas Gift Idea – Kids

I am a HUGE fan of Leap Frog toys.  I love toys where imagination is the key, but I make an exception when I feel they are learning important skills.  My son learned the alphabet from the Talking Words Factory.  I’m... [Read more]

Christmas Gift Idea – Grandparents

How fun to preserve the little hands of your kids!  A fun idea for a handprint craft from The Snail’s Trail.  Just think how long your kids would be engaged cutting out all these handprints!   What are your fun ideas... [Read more]

#21 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea -Wood Candy

#21 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea Wood Candy Simple and easy to make this ‘Wood Candy.’ 1.  Grab a 2×4 at a hardware store…or if new building is going on where you live…ask the builder if you could... [Read more]

Christmas Gift Idea – anyone older than 16

What a fun gift!  Anyone who drives would love this.  I would love one to put all the kid’s DVDs in so I wouldn’t have to deal with all the cases in the car.  It takes a little sewing know how, but the tutorial... [Read more]

#22 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea-Ice Cream

#22 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea-Ice Cream ‘I Scream’ for Christmas (Bowls Optional) Just think, there will be no cooking with this idea!  Make sure you give them spoons so as they dig in they can think of how wonderful... [Read more]

Christmas Gift Idea – Kids

After posting such a practical kids gift idea last week, I decided to post the gifts that my boys asked for the most and were the most excited to receive.   For my 6 year old - a sword.  Every birthday and Christmas for the... [Read more]

#23 Neighbor Christmas Gift Ideas – Oreo Cookie Suckers

#23 Neighbor Christmas Gift Ideas – Oreo Cookie Suckers If you can’t guess, we really love Oreo Cookie Suckers around here.  They are easy, adorable, and oh so tasty. This easy step by step oreo-cookie-sucker-tutorial... [Read more]

Christmas Gift Idea – Spouse

I thought this was a very thoughtful gift idea from somewhat simple.  She made a little book that had one page for each month.  On each month she said what they were going to do for their date together that month.  This would... [Read more]

#24 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Pancake and Syrup

#24 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea -Pancake and Syrup If you are on the couponing bandwagon you probably have a ton of pancake mixes and syrup! (Albertson’s is having great sales this week…so check out our couponing... [Read more]

#25 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Lasagna

#25 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea…Dinner!  Dinner time is crazy and then add the holidays to that!  Relieve your neighbors one night by ‘making’ them dinner. A frozen meal.  If you have enough time you can... [Read more]

Christmas Gift Idea for your Spouse – UGG

I know what you are thinking, slippers…really… how boring.  Not if you get the right ones.  Slippers were not created equal I tell you. I don’t like wearing my shoes around the house, and I also don’t... [Read more]

#26 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea-Carrots

#26 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea-Carrots Laugh if you will…to give carrots for Christmas!?! Just think how refreshing it would be to get something healthy for the holidays! Give a bag of mini carrots add some veggie dip... [Read more]

#27 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Cookies in a Can

#27 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Cookies in a Can. As a mother of twin babies, I sure do have a lot of these around my house…. Clean and Cover your formula cans with Festive Scrapbook paper or wrapping paper. Grab... [Read more]

Christmas Gift Idea for Grandparents

What grandparent do you know that doesn’t love receiving pictures of their grandchildren?  The problem is, they don’t usually have room for a picture frame, but they can always find room (fridge) for a place to... [Read more]

#28 Neighbor Christmas Gift Ideas-Wrapping Paper

#28 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea - Wrapping Paper “Wrap” yourself up in a wonderful holiday season. Practical Christmas gift with NO calories! Attach Christmas tags, bows and you have a easy neighbor Christmas gift. My... [Read more]

#29 Neighbor Christmas Gift Ideas – (Free)Brownies

#29 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea -Brownies. This one is FAST,  Cheap and stinkin’ Cute.  Shelley did this for our family last year and it made us laugh! I painted the handle of a wooden spoon red and used a white paint... [Read more]

Christmas Gift Idea for Kids

Toys for Christmas are always a big hit at first, but usually the excitement for the toy dies after a couple days.  But sometimes you score and get something that is used over and over.  I’ve been trying to think of... [Read more]

#30 Neighbor Christmas Gift Ideas 7-UP

#30 Neighbor Gift Idea.  Easy and Cheap!  7-up bottles with a quote that will make your neighbors feel they are loved! There’s “seven” reasons why you are “up” on our list of favorites! List 7... [Read more]

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