Does your family have any special traditions for Father’s Day? Do your kids help pick out a store bought gift for dad every year? Crafts and homemade gifts are fun too, but either way coming up with something for dad can get tricky. This year, have your kids show dad just how much he meansRead More
DIY Ombre Dyed Canvas Shoes
Do you have anything in your closet that has gone unworn for months or even years on end? Maybe something you picked up from a thrift store with high hopes of a cute update? Don’t unload them just yet! There are so many fun ways to breathe new life into old or outdated clothes. ShoesRead More
Black Bean Chocolate Pudding
Chocolate and black beans may seem like an odd pair, but let me fill you in on a little secret. With just a few more ingredients you can make chocolate pudding that has half the ingredients of the store bought stuff and is even a little healthier. How can chocolate pudding be healthy? A SnackRead More
Homemade Cloth Baby Wipes Tutorial
Cloth wipes are a great accessory to cloth diapers and have a lot of the same benefits. They’re very cost effective compared to disposable wipes and tend to be more durable. You aren’t throwing anything away, so they are an economical and environmentally conscious choice as well. Once dirty they can be tossed in the washRead More
How to Make Cloth Baby Wipe Solution
There are a lot of options when it comes to using cloth wipes with your little one. The best method I’ve found is to store the wipes dry and then spray them as needed with a homemade wipe solution. This way, I avoid odors or mold that can occur when wipes sit in water. SprayRead More
How to Lanolize Wool Diaper Covers
Lanolizing is a key process in waterproofing wool. Wool is a reliable fabric to use for cloth diaper covers because it’s naturally breathable and wicks moisture away from the body. It’s also pretty odor resistant, which really comes in handy when dealing with urine. Some would say this combination makes for a no-fail solution forRead More
How to Make Wool Baby Pants from an Old Sweater
There is something incredibly satisfying about homemade baby clothes. There is something equally adorable about seeing your little one in clothes you made yourself. If you haven’t experienced this first hand, let me walk you through the easiest tutorial for Upcycled Wool Baby Pants. For this tutorial I’m specifically using wool sweaters for a handful ofRead More
How To Make Felted Wool from Old Sweaters
Felting is a great way to repurpose old or damaged wool sweaters. Felted wool is such a versatile fabric to work with because it can be used for anything from fun crafts to clothing items. The felting process makes the wool fibers super dense which also allows you to cut it without having to worryRead More
Homemade Sour Cream and Onion Crackers
Making this sour cream and onion crackers recipe gives you complete control over the quality of the ingredients! Homemade crackers are really simple to make and don’t require anything more than just a few basic ingredients. From there you can add just about anything to flavor them to your liking. These Homemade Sour Cream andRead More
Little Bugs DIY Growth Chart
With my little ones growing like weeds, I’ve wanted to make a growth chart that I can use to document their height each year. As a child my siblings and I had our height documented inside the door to our playroom. I love that idea and would love to do the same, but I needRead More
Slow Cooker Baby Food Recipe: Apple Raisin Oats
Mornings are a little chilly around my house lately, so I wanted to come up with something warm and yummy my 7 month old could enjoy for breakfast. These Apple Raisin Oats are the perfect addition to his early breakfast foods. The slow cooker makes them a breeze to throw together, and I can hardlyRead More
Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Baby Food with Chickpeas and Spinach
After almost 8 years, my slow cooker finally bit the dust. Thankfully a relative knew how important it was to my family’s survival that she gifted me a new one for Christmas. I knew I relied on my slow cooker quite a bit, but never realized just how much until I didn’t have one! WithRead More
Homemade Baby Food with Ham and Peas
I’ve been asked before why I bother making homemade baby food for my little ones. I really like knowing what goes into my baby’s food and playing around with different combinations of fresh fruit, vegetables, grains, or even meats. I especially like how easy it is. A lot of the time it’s more convenient forRead More
DIY Vintage Frame Dry Erase Calendar
We’re only a few months into the school year and I already feel like I can’t keep my family’s schedules straight. Parent meetings, doctors appointments, school pictures, nights my husband will be working late, the list goes on. I had a small calendar on the refrigerator with a few notable events scribbled in, but it justRead More
Upcycled Sweater Ear Warmer
The colder temperatures are creeping in and store shelves are filling up with all sorts of options for cold weather gear. I know my kids will need mittens here soon for chilly mornings at the bus stop and hats to cover their ears. I just never know what to buy. I’ll find a cute hatRead More
Apple Cinnamon Lactation Cookies
If you’re currently breastfeeding or know someone who is, then this recipe for apple cinnamon lactation cookies is for you. Did you know that specific foods such as whole oats, flax meal, and brewer’s yeast can help naturally boost your milk supply? Each of these foods provides their own health benefits. They are rich inRead More
How to Make Christmas Tree Paint Stamps
During the holidays my little elves are usually hard at work helping me make Christmas crafts to decorate the house. These crafts make the cutest keepsakes that I store away and bring back out again year after year. Not only that, but homemade crafts are such a frugal way to decorate for the holidays. TheseRead More
Pumpkin Spice Lactation Cookies
Emily is sharing her recipe for pumpkin spice lactation cookies that include with whole oats, brewer’s yeast, and flax meal to provide your body needed nutrients to support lactation. Maintaining an adequate milk supply can be a difficult task for some breastfeeding mothers. I agonized over this with my first child when the time came forRead More
Chili Garlic Salmon Jerky Recipe
Emily is sharing her Chili Garlic Salmon Jerky recipe. Salmon is a great source of omega-3 fatty acids and protein, as well as a variety of vitamins and minerals. If you enjoy salmon you may already know you aren’t limited on ways to prepare it. My family loves it grilled or baked with fresh herbs,Read More
Pesto Green Beans with Sliced Almonds
Do you ever feel bored or burnt out when trying to decide on a vegetable to prepare with your meals? Vegetables are a valuable part of our daily diet, so don’t avoid them or settle on the same ways to prepare them day in and day out. While green beans are technically a fruit, theyRead More
