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Nice List Advent Calendar – A Fun DIY for the Kids!

Make sure the kids get on Santa's Nice List by doing something sweet every day of December with this advent calendar! #adventcalendar #christmas #christmaswithkids

‘Tis the season for fun holiday crafts! Keep the little ones on the nice list throughout the holidays, by having them help you make this fun nice list Advent Calendar. These paper chains are so cute, and SO easy to create. All ages can get in on the fun!

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Fabric Mache Easter Baskets! A Kid-Friendly Craft (she: Kari)

Fabric Mache Easter Baskets - A Kid-Friendly Craft!

Hey everyone! It’s Kari from Paper Wings again, with a fun easy craft for Easter! These fabric mache Easter baskets make great gifts and decor as well as being great Easter treat baskets for the kids. It can be a bit messy with the Mod Podge, so you can do this outside on the sidewalk/driveway, or on a protected surface inside. But what a great excuse to be outside in this spring weather, right?!

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Kid Friendly Valentine Craft – Cupid’s Arrows (she: Kari)

These Cupid's Arrows would be so fun to make with the kids for Valentine's Day! They're so easy too!! www.orsoshesays.com

Well the leaves have all fallen, leaving the trees bare and winter-cold, why not snap off a few small branches and create this easy, kid friendly Valentine craft?

I always love when my kiddos can help me create holiday decor pieces, it just adds so much!

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Cleaning Up After Christmas – Time to De-Clutter and De-Sugar!

Check out some ways to make cleaning up after Christmas a little less daunting for everyone: www.orsoshesays.com #cleaningupafterchristmas #christmas #themagicoftidyingup #cleanup

Christmas is over, the new year has begun, and if your house is anything like mine, the sugar and toys have taken over. Time for a few post-holiday activities to get you and the kiddos back on track, while still having fun of course. Check out these 4 post Christmas activities to help start your new year off right:

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Project Is Love Alive? A Service Family Night (she: Kari)

Project Is Love Alive ~ Helping Homeless Teenagers

The holidays are a mad rush of “buy this! Get that! And how many more people are left to shop for???” And all too often it’s easy to lose track of the true Christmas spirit. This Family Night service project activity, is a great way to bring back the true reason for the season, and bring the family a little closer.

Teen and youth homelessness is a massive, and growing problem in our country. Nearly 40% of homeless in the US are under the age of 18…

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Unique Toddler Halloween Costume Ideas – Plus Tips for Family Costumes

I'm so excited about this post! Halloween is my absolute favorite holiday. Here are a few unique toddler Halloween costume ideas, and some tips and tricks for creating them! #halloween #uniquetoddlerhalloweencostumeideas #halloweencostumes #familycostumes #diy #ldsblogger #lds #mormonblogger #mormon www.orsoshesays.com

Kari is sharing unique toddler Halloween costume ideas in today’s post, plus some ideas for getting the whole family in on the action. It doesn’t have to be expensive or time-consuming to get everyone decked out for the big holiday!

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Baby Shower Tips and Tricks – Be The Hostess with the Mostest!

Kari is sharing 7 baby shower tips to help you host an amazing gathering for any new mom-to-be. Don't miss out because these are genius! www.orsoshesays.com #babyshowertips #babyshower #partyplanning #nurserydecor

Hello again all! It’s Kari here from Paper Wings. I hope that summer has blessed you with lots of family fun and adventure! As we wrap up Summer-time, I thought I’d share some baby shower tips in case you find yourself hosting one! These 7 hacks can help inspire and take the pressure off any host, veteran or first timer alike.

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Beat the Heat: Kid Friendly Indoor Craft

beat the heat

Hello again all! Kari here with a fun up-cycling craft to keep the kiddos busy this summer. We all need ways to beat the heat, and keep the kids entertained indoors , so why not try this up-cycling craft? Not only is it easy and fun, but the kids will love being involved, and in the end, they’ll have fun toys to keep them playing happily all the live long day!

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Paint Swatch Flag Decor – A Kid-Friendly Craft (she: Kari)

paint swatch flag decor

Happy upcoming Fourth of July! I’m so excited to share this fun home decor project with you. Not only is this piece super easy and inexpensive, it’s also one you can get the kids involved in! Nothing makes a decor piece more special than knowing little hands helped to create it.

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4 Fun Traditions To Try This Father’s Day (she: Kari)

4 fun traditions to try this father's day

Hello all! I’m Kari, and I’m so excited to share my very first post with you! Today I’m sharing 4 fun traditions to try this Father’s Day… and hopefully for years to come!

Come check them out and you’re sure to find a new family tradition to use for this upcoming Father’s Day!!

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