Thanksgiving Family Night Idea
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Thanksgiving Family Night Idea – Stuff Your Life With Gratitude (she: Adelle)

ByAdelle Belnap

I love that that Holiday Season begins with a focus on gratitude. The month of November is an ideal time to make a list of all the things you are grateful for. This festive Thanksgiving Family Night idea was created to help each member of your family understand the importance of “stuffing their lives” with gratitude for their many blessings.

Star Wars Lightsaber Disneyland Vacation Reveal
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Star Wars Disneyland Vacation Reveal and Free Printable (she: Adelle)

ByAdelle Belnap

It is so much fun to share a Disney related craft each month, but it seems like lately the universe is buzzing with just one thing… Star Wars! With the new movie coming out right before Christmas and Star Wars Season of the Force coming to Disneyland in just a few weeks, I knew I had to make something that celebrated the two.

Education Halloween activities for kids!
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Halloween Activities For Kids – Lots of Sensory Crafts! (she: Sierra)

BySierra

Hi there! It’s Sierra here from the Blue Robin Cottage! Most of you know by now that I love blogging, crafting and sewing but what you may not know about me is that when I’m not doing those things, I am all about Preschool! I teach children ages 3-5 (such a fun age group right?!) with a focus on music and movement. I’m a also a huuuuuuuuge fan of Halloween! So today’s post is all about fun, easy and educational Halloween activities for kids, plus books and songs for your little ones.

Fall Leaf Crafts for Kids
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Fall Leaf Crafts for Kids – 17 Ideas to Try! (she: Mariah)

ByMariah

Fall is one of my favorite times of year. The weather cools down, school starts, candy corn and pumpkin pie become available for my consumption, and the leaves change! Though, with the weather getting colder I’ve found I’m looking for more and more ideas for keeping my little man entertained indoors. This week we’re going to give one of these adorable leaf crafts a try; I think he’ll have a lot of fun. Hopefully, your kids will enjoy them too!

Cinderella dress makeover
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Cinderella Dress Makeover (she: Adelle)

ByAdelle Belnap

Just like the Disneyland Resort got a dazzling transformation for the Diamond Celebration, the classic Cinderella got a pretty incredible makeover! And with Halloween right around the corner, I thought it would be fun to pretend I’m a Fairy Godmother and transform our classic Cinderella play dress into the modern version with beautiful butterfly accents. Luckily, you won’t need a magic wand to for this Cinderella dress makeover. All you need is an hour of time and a few craft supplies. Can you say Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo?

homemade halloween decorations
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Homemade Halloween Decorations – Quick and Easy! (she: Mariah)

ByMariah

Hello peeps! I know, I know. Halloween isn’t for a while, but it’s never to early to get a head start on festive DIY projects right?? I really don’t have very many Halloween decorations… let alone homemade Halloween decoration… Like, I think I have one, and it’s a throw pillow. So, I AM EXCITED about…

Fabric hair bows for Fall is a simple DIY for every school girl's hair this season! Get the how-to on www.orsoshesays.com
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Fall Fabric Hair Bows (she: Sierra)

BySierra

Hi it’s Sierra here from The Blue Robin Cottage! I am so excited to share a fun, girly craft with you today! Fall fabric hair bows are the perfect way to top off any outfit.

But first, tell me if you can identify with this scenario:

You’re getting your little lady ready for school: she’s all dressed, teeth are brushed and you’ve just finished doing a Pinterest perfect hairstyle (I’m still trying to work on this part), and now all you need is a hair bow to match.

beat the heat
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Beat the Heat: Kid Friendly Indoor Craft

ByKari

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!

free printable math worksheets for kindergarten and 1st grade
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Printable Math Worksheets (she: Liz)

ByLiz

I’m always wanting to make learning fun and interesting so my son will actually get through it without complaining. Since we struggled throughout the school year, I wanted to make sure we practiced during the summer so he doesn’t fall behind once he starts 1st grade next year. Since he does enjoy math, I decided to come up with some printable math worksheets we could do this summer.

Color By Number – Summer Family Fun (she: Brooke)
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Color By Number – Summer Family Fun (she: Brooke)

ByBrooke

Who remembers and loves color by number? Some of my earliest memories as a little girl are of me waking up WAY before my parents were wanting to, and my mom handing me the crayons and coloring books. I still remember my preschool-aged little self sitting in the dimly lit, quiet house coloring while everyone else slept. Funny how things stick with you. I’m still an early-riser, and I still LOVE to color!