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Disney Princess Countdown Chain

Disney Princess Countdown Chain

By: Ali McNulty  The anticipation of a Disney vacation can be just as exciting as the trip itself (well, almost ;))!  We’ve done a few Disney vacation countdown crafts over the years, but this new one is definitely one of our favorites!  This Disney Princess Countdown Chain will get your kids so excited for the big day! You can coordinate… Read More

Flamingo Handprint with a Book & Snack Too!

Flamingo Handprint with a Book & Snack Too!

By: Courtney Byrne  It’s 5 degrees out today, so what better time to share a craft, book and snack that makes you think: warm, summer, tropical. Today we’re talking flamingos. My girls have enjoyed the book Flora and the Flamingo for a while now and it’s one they read to their little brothers. Collectively, flamingos are a favorite in our… Read More

Easy Penguin Handprint Craft for Kids

Easy Penguin Handprint Craft for Kids

Winter is here! This is a great indoor activity for all ages and you probably have all of the supplies. We made one for each of the kids and they make for some cute winter decor on the fridge. Here’s how to make this easy penguin handprint craft: Penguin Supplies: Black paper (or color white paper black) Scissors White paper… Read More

DIY Hanging Turkey Handprint

DIY Hanging Turkey Handprint

  It’s been a few years since we did a Thanksgiving handprint craft. I forgot how cute those little rainbow fingers made into a turkey look! This craft came about because I had the round wood boards and wanted to make something to hang for Thanksgiving. I host a little craft club for Alex’s fellow kindergartners and was trying to… Read More

Lovies, Bribes and Tears: Preparing for Back to School

Lovies, Bribes and Tears: Preparing for Back to School

When I asked on Instagram last month what moms want to read about for back to school, two topics made up for 90% of the responses: school lunch ideas and school separation anxiety / preparing emotionally. I can’t believe this but it’s my 7th year sending a child off on a “first day of school”. The scary thing: time flies… Read More

Easy Disney Crafts: Two Fun Mickey Crafts for School

Easy Disney Crafts: Two Fun Mickey Crafts for School

By: Ali McNulty Want to make back to school even more fun? Try out these easy Disney crafts! These two Mickey crafts are fun for school and also for birthday parties. Mickey Pencil Cup Supplies: Glitter pencil cup (available at Michaels/local craft store) Black glitter foam sticker sheet Yellow glitter foam sticker sheet Glue   Directions: Cut a strip of… Read More

Lunch Packing Hacks: 50 Things to Put in a Lunchbox

Lunch Packing Hacks: 50 Things to Put in a Lunchbox

When I asked on Instagram last month what types of Back to School posts moms wanted to see, there were SO many messages about packing lunches. I’m not the best person to ask because it’s something I dread too and if it were up to my kids, they’d pretty much eat the same thing for the 180 days of school…. Read More

Best Books for Back to School

Best Books for Back to School

By: Jordan Maconachy It’s that time again! Some might even say it outranks December as: “The Most WONDERFUL Time of the Year!” Yep…it’s Back to School! Many of you have asked for Back to School book ideas. Here’s our list of the best books for Back to School. (As always, the cute pom garlands in the book nook are from my favorite:… Read More

Slinky Dog Paper Chain: An Easy Toy Story Craft

Slinky Dog Paper Chain: An Easy Toy Story Craft

By: Ali McNulty    Here is a fun Disney preschool craft!  This Slinky Dog Paper Chain is fun to make and you can also use it as a Disney Vacation countdown chain!!  Especially with the opening of the new Toy Story land and the Slinky Dog Dash roller coaster!     Slinky Dog Paper Chain Slinky Dog Supplies: Strips of… Read More