5 simple ways to remain thankful this November
Thanksgiving is almost here and with all I have been through these last few months, I realized that I am not feeling very thankful. I could quickly make a list of all the things that are wrong in this...
View ArticlePerfectly flexible schedule – for the holidays and every day
It is never perfectly easy managing home, work, and family. When you work from home, it tends to both simplify and complicate your life and family schedule. Having 3 boys at home to homeschool does...
View ArticleMilitary Appreciation
Guest post from Misty Leask This time of the year we tend to stop and think of people we often don’t think of . . . except for during the holidays or on special occasions. One group of people this...
View ArticleGift Guide for the Homemaker
With the gift giving season upon us, now is a great time to let others know what will make your life easier all year long. While a vacuum cleaner is not a diamond ring, it is more practical. 😉...
View ArticleChristmas Day Meal Traditions
Guest post from Misty Leask Our family has a very different Christmas meal tradition than most, due to my Texas roots. I’m very thankful that my husband has allowed me to stick to my roots for our...
View ArticleThe Ultimate Christmas Season Bucket List
In order to make the most of the holiday season, we started using a “bucket list” of sorts. It’s mostly a checklist of activities we want to include in our holiday celebration. Make a countdown chain...
View Article35 Minutes to a Calmer Christmas
There is never enough time. I always want more hours in the day & more days in the year. Especially around Christmas. And summer, but we’ll stick with Christmas for now 😉 One way to make your...
View ArticleTen alternatives to purchased gift wrap
Guest post from Dianna Scofield Wrapping paper can be expensive. I hate spending money on paper when I’ve already bought the presents! What’s more, I hate buying something that I know is just going to...
View ArticleChristmas Tree Wire Word Ornaments
Guest post from Debra Worth Most years at Christmas time, I take up some sort of new hobby. I suffer from crafter’s short attention . . . oh look ceramic painting. Last year I started wire art. It...
View ArticleA homemade Christmas craft for the busy mom
I don’t know about you, but I simply love the idea of a homemade Christmas. Pretty white lights nestled among the greenery, smells of cinnamon, something yummy in the oven, and ornaments that take me...
View ArticleCreative Gift Wrapping Using Shopping Bags
If you Google turning plastic bags into . . . you might be surprised by the number of items you can create at home after you bring those plastic bags home from your favorite store. For Christmas, I...
View ArticleSetting Achievable New Year Resolutions
Guest post from Mystie Winckler I’ve made resolutions for the new year for 3 or 4 years running now, but with pretty poor results, even when I committed to them publicly and shared how things were...
View ArticleLove Note Station
One of the traditions I love in our house for the month of February is our “Love Note Station”. The kids love it because they are allowed to make a giant mess with craftiness every day. I love it...
View Article4 Tips to Teach Gratitude to Little Ones
This is my favorite time of year, I can truly say Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday or at least in my top 3. It is a simple, no business day to talk about and think about what you are so thankful...
View ArticleTips To A Well Planned Thanksgiving
Be prepared this holiday season by making plans now. You can enjoy a well planned Thanksgiving, I promise! I adore Thanksgiving! It has always been one of my favorite holidays. But with a busy holiday...
View ArticleHow I Am Refocusing On the Reason this Season
I remember being a little girl and feeling that magical Christmas feeling- the blend of cold air, freshly baked cookies, church service with candles, and the coming gifts. Those were the good old...
View ArticleTree Training {with Lots of Littles}
My husband and I LOVE the Christmas season. The magical allure of the the whimsical along with one of the most important things we could possibly be celebrating as Christians. Decorating for fall and...
View ArticleA Child’s Christmas Fear Relieved
Looking back on some of my fondest Christmas memories, I have much to be thankful for. A loving family, gifts, abundance of food, and so much more. There is not one Christmas that I can recall that I...
View ArticleStress-Free Christmas Cookies freebie for subscribers!
My daughter, Natalie, and I have been hard at work preparing our very first freebie for you! The Christmas season is filled with good food, good times, and good fun. It’s also filled with planning,...
View ArticleQuick and Easy Valentine’s Day Love Shacks!
Each year, we decorate gingerbread (or graham cracker, depending on the busyness of the holiday season!) houses. Since Valentine’s Day is one of my favorite holidays, I wanted to add some new fun stuff...
View ArticleQuick and Easy Stained Glass Candle Holders
Here is a cute, simple, and economical craft to try! It doesn’t require much in the way of materials and is a great craft for children to make. Quick and Easy Stained Glass Candle Holders Items...
View ArticleValentine’s Day Love Nests
Your child can gift their loved ones these adorable love shacks. Simple to create and fun to do, these Valentine’s Day Love Nests are a great addition to a party or just for a fun afternoon activity!...
View ArticleChocolate Covered Valentine’s Day treats
While grocery shopping the other day, I saw chocolate covered treats for sale. I picked up a few, and was rather surprised at the high price tag attached to them! Honestly, chocolate covered treats...
View ArticleEgg Decorating Charts for Easter!
Two free printable Egg Decorating Charts for Easter: Many years ago, I started using food coloring, vinegar, and water to dye our Easter eggs instead of those tiny little tablets that I grew up using....
View ArticleGive Dad the Gift of Clean This Year!
*This shop has been compensated by #CollectiveBias and its advertiser to celebrate #TheGiftOfClean As always, all opinions are mine alone.* It sounds cheesy, but a man and his vehicle are happy...
View Article2 Simple and Quick Fall Crafts
2 Simple and Quick Fall Crafts Looking for last minute decorations for your fall get-togethers? Here are two for you to complete in less than an hour! 1. Reuse an old straw hat to make a scarecrow...
View ArticleHomemade Gift Idea for Service Providers & Salted Caramel Turtle Fudge Recipe!
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #ShareTheHoliday #CollectiveBias Years ago, I had a newspaper delivery route. I had two young...
View ArticleGet Christmas Ready {and No Bake Chewy Granola Bars recipe!}
One of our favorite things to do is decorate for Christmas while enjoying snacks. I’d like to share with you my easy no-bake chewy granola bars recipe. Easily mix up a batch to share after school,...
View Article8 Ideas for St Patrick’s Day party fun!
Make your St Patrick’s Day fun for all ages! Here are 8 ideas filled with food, drink, crafts, and a free printable Bingo game! While our family is not Irish, we do love a good reason to host a party!...
View ArticleStart a New Day After Thanksgiving Tradition
This year, start a new day AFTER Thanksgiving tradition. It’s the perfect day to slow down and enjoy a day of rest in the very busy holiday season. The holiday season is upon us. In our family, not...
View ArticleUgly Sweater Rice Krispies® Treats
Ugly sweaters parties are so popular for the Christmas season. Why not make these fun Rice Krispies ugly sweaters treats to serve at your next party?! The crafting bug has bitten me big time this...
View ArticleEaster Time Bunny Huts
These Easter time bunny huts are perfect to keep little hands busy and they make a cute decoration for the table! The post Easter Time Bunny Huts appeared first on Successful Homemakers. Easter Time...
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