Showing posts with label Christmas. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Christmas. Show all posts

Sunday, December 11, 2016

Christmas Craft Kits for Kids



My kids love doing little crafts for the holidays but I don't have the time to search all over for ideas and supplies. I love that Oriental Trading Company has Christmas craft kits all ready and assembled. It makes life easier on me and my kids get to do little crafting projects that they love.

This year we have loved assembling these little felt mice candy cane kits.


And another favorite of my kids are the foam gingerbread houses. They spent so much time decorating their houses and then loved displaying them in their bedrooms.





What kind of activities do you like to do with your kids?




Disclaimer:This is a sponsored post, however all thoughts and opinions are my own.

Thursday, December 3, 2015

Favorite Family Christmas Books


Don't you just love Christmas books? I do! The only problem is, there are so many holiday books out there that are just so so. Here is a list of our family's favorite Christmas books.




Shoemaker Martin 
This is the story of Martin.  Martin dreams that he hears Jesus saying he will come to see Martin the next day. Martin looks out for the important visitor, but instead finds himself helping and befriending a succession of ordinary folk.


The Jolly Christmas Postman
This is hands down my kids favorite book this year! I read it as a kid and gave it to them this year.
This fun book is about a Jolly postman delivering letters. Each page is full of real letters, gifts and games. 


Why Christmas Trees Aren't Perfect
"They say that if you creep into an evergreen forest late at night you can hear the trees talking. If you listen very carefully to the whisper of the wind, you can hear the older pines telling the younger ones why they will never be perfect."


The Polar Express
I doubt I need to elaborate on this? 


How The Grinch Stole Christmas
Another great classic.


Bad Kitty Christmas
Brody thinks this is so funny.
"Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the city, not a creature was stirring...Except for BAD KITTY."
A greedy Bad Kitty didn't get all the presents she wanted for Christmas, but after she goes on a Christmas caper across town and through multiple alphabets, she makes a new friend, finds an old friend, and learns the true meaning of Christmas.


Mr. Finnegan's Giving Chest
Mr. Finnegan (Dick Van Dyke) is no ordinary toy maker. His providential meeting with Maggie, a resentful girl who doesn't believe in the magic of Christmas, is the beginning of a series of miracles that will change her heart forever. 


The Sweet Smell of Christmas
Travis loved this book as a kid and now our kids are crazy about it too. Plus it's scratch and sniff, what's cooler than that?
Celebrate the sights and smells of Christmas in this classic scratch-and sniff book. Join Little Bear as he prepares for the holidays, all the while giving readers a chance to smell six wonderful scents including apple pie, Christmas tree, hot chocolate, and more!

Max's Christmas
Max has plans to stay up late to see Santa Claus, but his big sister, Ruby, wont let him. “Why?” asks Max. To which Ruby replies everyone’s most despised answer: “BECAUSE!” So Max takes matters into his own hands and sneaks into the living room to wait for Santa on his own. Will Santa still show up? What will he say if he sees Max up waiting for him?



What are your favorite Christmas books?
 

Wednesday, December 2, 2015

Snowman Race, a Winter Game for Kids


I posted this a few years ago and had to re-post this because this is a favorite game of Brody's. It's super easy to put together and really fun.


Brody has a new favorite game that I want to share with you. This is a great game for the family or for preschool age children. It's simple to put together, helps kids practice drawing, it's free and your kids will have a blast playing it. It's called snowman race. Each player rolls the die and then draws the part of the snowman pictured. Whoever finishes their snowman first wins.

 I got the snowman race printable for free at Education.com. They have loads of free coloring pages, games and more. All you have to do is register and you will have a ton of great printables at your finger tips.


Thursday, December 25, 2014

Merry Christmas!


Happy holidays from my family to yours! Hopefully you can read our card, it was a little blurry when it uploaded.

Friday, November 14, 2014

DIY Glitter Adorned Party Glasses and Season To Sparkle Part 4



Learn how to make these holiday napkins from Squirrelly Minds

KoJo Designs will teach you how to make these scatter sparkle party favors!

And now to learn how to make these festive glitter adorned party glasses.

To make your glitter adorned party glasses you will need:
Mod Podge
Glitter
Paint brush
Party glasses

I picked up the party glasses at my local dollar store for a dollar each.

 Step 1. Paint a thin coat of Mod Podge on your glasses where you want the glitter adornment.
Step 2. Cover the Mod Podged area with glitter. It helps to keep the glitter in a jar or bowl so it can be completely emerged.
Step 3. Let dry.
Step 4. Paint over the glitter with Mod Podge and let dry. This will seal in the glitter. 
Don't they look pretty with the rock candy drink stirs in them?


It has been so fun being part of the Season to Sparkle Party Hop!

Come back Monday for more of the Give Thanks Blog Series!


Thursday, November 13, 2014

Season to Sparkle Part 3


 Make your own glitter bow cake toppers with Paisley Petal Events
 Mod Podge Rocks has the tutorial for this messy holiday garland on her blog
Learn how to make this giant balloon fringe tail over at Bump Smitten


Wednesday, November 12, 2014

Season To Sparkle Part 2



L.G. Rollins made these tasty cashew turtles and has the recipe for you on her blog.


These festive glitter party hats will add some fun an whimsy to your party! Me and My Insanity shows you how to make them. 


Don't forget to get your rock candy drink stirs and free printable over at You-Make-Do.

Come back tomorrow for more party fun!

Tuesday, November 11, 2014

Season to Sparkle part 1


Are you ready to learn how to create your own Season to Sparkle party? Let's get started!

First up is this pretty sequin wreath by Cake Events Blog. Head over to Cake Events Blog to see how to make your own sparkly wreath. 


The Frog Prince Paperie made these fun little Christmas tree and fringe cupcake toppers.  You can get the tutorial over at The Frog Prince Paperie.



And of course you will need some glam sequin envelopes to dress up your party invitation. Sara shows you how to make your own at Confetti Sunshine.

Make sure to come back here tomorrow to see more from the Season to Sparkle Party Hop!


Monday, November 10, 2014

Season To Sparkle Party Hop



I am so excited to be part of The Season to Sparkle Party Hop! For those that don't know what a party hop is I will explain. 12 different bloggers have teamed up, each creating a project to contribute to this fun party theme. During this week I will be posting sneak peeks of their party projects along with links to their blogs. When you click on their links you'll find the full tutorial on their individual work, so by the end of the week you'll have everything you need to throw your own Season to Sparkle Party.
Make sure to check back tomorrow and everyday this week for more details and links to all the amazing bloggers! 

The Season to Sparkle Party is sponsored by Tiny Prints! A big thank you goes to them for their amazing products! 


 




 

Tuesday, December 10, 2013

Snowman Race Drawing Game



Brody has a new favorite game that I want to share with you. This is a great game for the family or for preschool age children. It's simple to put together, helps kids practice drawing, it's free and your kids will have a blast playing it. It's called snowman race. Each player rolls the die and then draws the part of the snowman pictured. Whoever finishes their snowman first wins.

 I got the snowman race printable for free at Education.com. They have loads of free coloring pages, games and more. All you have to do is register and you will have a ton of great printables at your finger tips.


Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Questions About Christmas



I am a little curious about what other do around Christmas time so please answer these questions and tell me all about how you celebrate Christmas.

1) When do you put out your decorations?
2) What is your favorite Christmas book?
3) Do you have any holiday traditions? If so what?
4) What is your favorite Christmas movie?
5) What is your favorite Christmas album?
6) How many Christmas parties do yo go to?
7) When do you start your Christmas shopping?


Here are my answers
1) Thanksgiving weekend
2) Why Christmas Trees Aren't Perfect
3) One of my favorite traditions is baking cookies for Christmas brunch with my sisters and mom
4) White Christmas
5) George Strait, A Merry Christmas Strait To You
6) This year we have only gone to 2, I am limiting myself during this pregnancy
7)I always plan to start in September but it's usually November

Now it's your turn to answer.