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Confessions of a homeschooler.com shares this free printable for your aspiring writer. They are brightly colored with a summer theme to inspire your writer to jot down their thoughts , dreams and activities. My 5 year old is obsessed with … Read More...
Quilted Polka Dot and Kara’s Party Share this lovely vintage circus themed party idea. Filled with vintage images this set ($150) is sure to impress your guests. Perfect for little ones parties as well as grown ups too. Add some … Read More...
If you put a bunch of tweens together and hand them this kit you are sure to invite some imaginative active play. I love the idea of this kit being hands on. Forgot spy games on computers, forget spy game … Read More...
I recall when I was around 12 I wanted to plant some herbs in my brothers old gym shoes. My parents looked at me with those “Oh you’re so creative but weird” eyes. Perhaps it was the fact they were … Read More...
MyOwnLabels.com shares this fun 4th of July cupcake printable with pinwheel topper. The pinwheel topper would be perfect as a food pick also. String them together for a mini garland and hang them across a tiered cake for WOW factor.… Read More...
Looking for 4th of July decorations? Check these supplies out.
We also have 100’s of 4th of July Patriotic crafts and 4th of July recipes too.
You don’t have to be creative to pull this one off. Kids could even … Read More...
Finally something to do with all that assorted Crystal you got for your wedding day, you know the ones you put into the back of the cupboard cause they were TOO special to actual use. Image source is Arslibrarium
What … Read More...
This post brings back sad memories.
The sound of my drink fountain smashing to the floor as my husband picked it up to throw water on two tweens who had him under attack in a water fight.
The only thing … Read More...
Sometimes the best party ideas are actually the simplest. I am not sure how everyone feels about using a kids toy (water bomb balloons) and vodka in the same bowl, but I think it sits OK with me. Asubtlerevelry.com shares … Read More...
A quick but artistic dessert from Woman’s Day. This star spangled banner inspired creation is simple to make and could be made ahead by cutting out pastry and re-freezing. I am tempted to say this could be for breakfast … Read More...
Fourth of July crafts are a fun and easy way to bring kids into the celebration without needing fireworks, loud noises, or complicated supplies. With a little red, white, and blue paper, paint, ribbon, glitter, and imagination, children can make … Read More...
Here are this weeks top DIY lampshades from around the internet. These projects are sure to inspire you from the boring normality of plain store bought lamps into something creatively wonderful.
1: Jute Wrapped Shade by Handmadehome
2: Plastic cup … Read More...
LoveinSoap.com shows you how to make a peacock tail or swirled batch of soaps. The ladies finish off the tutorial with a simple video that walks you through the steps. It’s not as hard as you might think.
When DineHear.com.au asked us to review the noise level in 3 random restaurants we decided we wouldn’t take the kids to all the reviews. But we did take them to the last one at Shingle Inn Mt Ommaney.
Forget the store bought decorations that “everyone” has and go for something a little unique. This Free DIY party printables pack comes complete with cake boxes, labels, cupcake wrappers and even party hats.
Simply download and print out as many … Read More...
(Please note a little chocolate was wasted in the making of the artistic napkin art above).
When someone asks you to review a restaurant you don’t pick somewhere you have been before because well that’s just boring isn’t it.
QPAC played host to this remarkable play by the Queensland Theatre Company called Venus In Fur by David Ives.
It was witty, sexy and thought-provoking. If you read Fifty Shades of Grey then this play will interest you and not … Read More...
When DineHear.com.au asked us to review the noise level in 3 random restaurants we were excited. Not excited because we were going to eat out, excited because we were going to call it work and leave the kids at home. … Read More...
Quick Regenerative Natural Eye Oil Recipe
Rose-hip oil is very effective at regenerating the skin due to its high content of fatty acids.
Mix all the ingredients together and lightly dab a small amount of oil under the eye.
Leave … Read More...
Who Says You Need Booze to Celebrate? ??
Okay, okay—I know it might seem a little rebellious to share party drink ideas that don’t involve alcohol, especially during celebration season… but hear me out. Whether you’re the designated driver, expecting … Read More...
