Upcycled Craft: May Day Baskets

April 25, 2013 by  

Upcycled Craft: May Day Baskets

For much of the northern hemisphere, May 1st  marks the return of the growing season and in my book, that’s something to celebrate! When I was a child my mom would tell me stories about... [Read more]

Family Dinner Printables

January 29, 2013 by  

Family Dinner Printables

// Coupons powered by Coupons.com   It’s so easy for everyone to go their separate ways, grab a bite to each as they pass to go out the door for their various activities. I grew... [Read more]

A December To Remember! A Look At Our Month in Posts

December 29, 2012 by  

A December To Remember! A Look At Our Month in Posts

We hope you have been enjoying this holiday season. We hope you have been able to spend some quality time with those you love, and have even been taking a few moments for yourself. We have spent... [Read more]

#37 Neighbor Christmas Idea – Cherries!

December 8, 2012 by  

#37 Neighbor Christmas Idea – Cherries!

Christmas is always so busy, so why not take all the hard work you did in the summer and make Christmas a breeze? We took the GALLONS of cherries and made them into Christmas gifts in July. Once Christmas rolled... [Read more]

Let’s Talk Turkey – Crafts, That Is!

November 1, 2012 by  

Let’s Talk Turkey – Crafts, That Is!

Now that the candy has been collected, the costumes are put away, and the weather is getting colder, it is time to start talking TURKEY! Thanksgiving is just around the corner (or just behind... [Read more]

A functional Thanksgiving center piece for a few buck’a'roos!

October 29, 2012 by  

A functional Thanksgiving center piece for a few buck’a'roos!

 It’s coming….and it comes faster each year.  The HOLIDAYS!   Let’s discuss this for a minute…you just planned yesterday’s Halloween party (that was a mighty... [Read more]

Feel that chill? Time to knit some mittens!

October 15, 2012 by  

Feel that chill? Time to knit some mittens!

Hey knitters, this one’s for you! Knitting is one of my very favorite hobbies in the world. I love it. If I had to pick a favorite project it would be a close race between minisweaters... [Read more]

Ladybug Toes

June 25, 2012 by  

Ladybug Toes

It’s official…SUMMER IS HERE! Yahoo! Hello sandal season, swimming pool parties, days at the beach, BBQ’s, and bare feet in the grass. Here is a fun idea to spruce up your toenail... [Read more]

Fun Family tradition for New Year’s Eve!

December 20, 2011 by  

Fun Family tradition for New Year’s Eve!

I know, I know… Christmas hasn’t even come yet. …but we’re already less than 2 weeks away from 2012, so I wanted to share with you my favorite New Year tradition! I love... [Read more]

Give it some Personality!

December 12, 2011 by  

Give it some Personality!

 Print This Post I have kitchen help…sous chefs…cuisine connoisseurs. I know, I’m one spoiled girl. Two extra sets of... [Read more]

A Family of Santas

December 7, 2011 by  

A Family of Santas

Have you noticed the trend of hand-print art this year? It melts my heart to see little hand prints turned into all kinds of things. Last year, my sweet friend turned my son’s hand print... [Read more]

Who doesn’t just love a sweater when it’s cold outside?

November 28, 2011 by  

Who doesn’t just love a sweater when it’s cold outside?

I’m a knitting junkie. It started many years ago with a wonderful idea in the back of my head. Here it is! I wanted to decorate a small Christmas tree entirely with... [Read more]

Black Licorice Caramels

September 21, 2011 by  

Black Licorice Caramels

We are about to embark on a wild candy making ride! This, my friends, is one recipe you HAVE to try out this Fall! I remember making these delicious caramels every Halloween since I was a little... [Read more]

Just a post about love.

February 9, 2011 by  

Just a post about love.

First off, I have to apologize to all my crafting peeps out there because this post is a bit more on the personal side, and is a tad bit lacking in the creative department.  I promise you if... [Read more]

Fun & Frugal Family Christmas Traditions

November 9, 2010 by  

Fun & Frugal Family Christmas Traditions

Christmas Traditions are one of the many things that make the holiday seasons special. We’ve been making a Family Christmas Traditions list {and checking it twice!} of some of our favorites! 1.... [Read more]

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

December 19, 2009 by  

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... [Read more]

Fun Family Frugal Tradition #2 Story Toes!

December 19, 2009 by  

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... [Read more]

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

December 18, 2009 by  

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... [Read more]

Fun Frugal Family Tradition #4 – snowman with a twist

December 17, 2009 by  

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... [Read more]

Fun Frugal Family Tradition #5 – Family Fondue

December 15, 2009 by  

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,... [Read more]

Fun Frugal Family Tradition #6 Reindeer Ice Wreath

December 14, 2009 by  

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... [Read more]

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

December 12, 2009 by  

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... [Read more]

Fun Frugal Family Christmas Tradition #8 – Talent Show

December 11, 2009 by  

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... [Read more]

Fun Frugal Family Christmas Tradition #9 – Family Slumber Party

December 10, 2009 by  

Fun Frugal Family Christmas Tradition #9 – Family Slumber Party

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

Fun Frugal Family Christmas Tradition #10 – Book on Tape

December 9, 2009 by  

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... [Read more]

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

December 8, 2009 by  

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... [Read more]

Fun Frugal Family Christmas Tradition #12

December 7, 2009 by  

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... [Read more]

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