You don't need to be a Pinterest queen to make some extra-fun lunches for birthdays, special occasions, or holidays! It's as easy as using cookie cutters or “sandwich cutter kits” found in grocery stores. Watch for more lunchbox themes and inspiration in upcoming issues!
Making It
Easter DIY with kids
(Recipes provided by Hallie Siewert from HallieCakes) Let’s hop into this spring season! We are bringing you a fun, easy DIY Easter craft idea and cupcake decorating tips your kids are sure to enjoy. Bunny & Egg Cupcakes What you’ll need: ›› Favorite Cupcake Recipe ›› Favorite
Easy Salt Dough Easter Egg Ornaments
WHAT YOU’ll NEED: ›› 1 cup of all-purpose flour ›› ½ cup of salt ›› ½ cup of water ›› Cookie sheet ›› Easter egg cookie cutter ›› Mixing bowl ›› Roller ›› Spatula ›› Parchment paper (optional) ›› Acrylic Paint ›› Paint Brush ›› Plastic straw ››
Fun Holiday Lunch Box Idea
You don't need to be a Pinterest queen to make some extra-fun school lunches for birthdays, special occasions, or holidays! It's as easy as using cookie cutters or “sandwich cutter kits” found in grocery stores. Watch for more lunchbox themes and inspiration in upcoming issues!
We’re “Hedge” Over Heels for this Valentine’s Craft
What You'll Need: ›› White card stock ›› Scissors ›› Washable paint (brown) ›› Paintbrush ›› Pom poms ›› Glue stick ›› Sticker eyes ›› Black marker Instructions: ›› Fold the cardstock in two (hamburger fold, not hotdog fold). Cut out a hedgehog shape with the fold to
No Bake Valentine’s Day Treats
If you’re somebody who doesn’t like baking, Valentine’s Day just got a little sweeter. Each of these treats can be made using only a microwave, are not very time consuming, and will help the recipient feel extra-special! Love Bugs What You'll Need: ›› Fudge-covered Oreos ›› Red candy
Chick Easter Craft
What You Need: ›› toilet paper roll ›› card stock ›› tissue paper ›› curling ribbon (optional) ›› wiggly eyes ›› craft paper ›› glue ›› scissors Directions: Cover toilet paper roll in card stock. stuff with tissue paper and curling ribbon. Glue eyes and beak
Lamb Easter Craft
What You Need: ›› cotton swabs ›› white glue ›› fine tip magic marker ›› pink pencil or crayon ›› scissors ›› white paper ›› 2 clothes pins ›› ribbon (make it a bow tie if you have a boy!) Directions: Cut oval out of white paper. Cut tips of cotton swabs off
Kids Takeover – Marshmallow Butter
Macie Nally, age 8, said this recipe is something she made up on her own while experimenting with s’mores in the kitchen. She added her favorite candy in place of the Hershey chocolate bar to make this yummy, and colorful, s’more with a twist. Enjoy! Ingredients: » M&Ms »
Rich & Creamy Hot Chocolate
As we transition into the coldest months of the year, hot chocolate pretty much becomes an necessity. While I’m all for the convenience of store-bought cocoa packages for a quick cocoa fix, once in a while it’s nice to splurge on some rich and creamy homemade hot chocolate. If you have a little