Archive for the ‘How To’ Category

Microwave Cinnamon Rolls – A life hack!

Microwave Cinnamon Rolls – A life hack!
You know those round tins of cinnamon rolls you get at the grocery store? Don’t you ever want just one or two cinnamon rolls, but not the whole package at once? yeah, me too. So I discovered a little trick …a little life hack if you will. You can actually make just one single cinnamon roll...
June 7th, 2013 | General, Recipes, Video Tutorials | Read More

Tips for playing Magi Quest at Great Wolf Lodge

Tips for playing Magi Quest at Great Wolf Lodge
Our family recently took a “staycation” together at Great Wolf Lodge, and the highlight of the trip was playing their Magi Quest game! In previous trips to Great Wolf Lodge, our daughter seemed a little young for a game of clues. So we activated her wand, and just let her walk around the...
June 4th, 2013 | General, Great Wolf Lodge, How To, Video Tutorials, Vlogs | Read More

Theme Park Safety – A few Tips

Theme Park Safety – A few Tips
Disney World may be the happiest place on earth, but not if someone gets lost! Especially a child. That was one reason why we wanted to be extra sure we were prepared for amusement park safety before we left for Disney World. One thing we knew we wanted was to find a way to have our contact information...
May 20th, 2013 | All things Disney, General | Read More

Make a Pitcher of Brown Sugar Mojitos!

Make a Pitcher of Brown Sugar Mojitos!
Ever wonder what is in a mojito, or if you can just make a pitcher of them rather than each one individually? After all, who wants to spend an entire get together making drinks, and missing the fun? No one that’s who! Below you’ll find a recipe that I love. It’s super easy and yummy...
May 10th, 2013 | General, Recipes, Video Tutorials, Vlogs | Read More

How to make play doh – a Video that makes it EASY!

How to make play doh – a Video that makes it EASY!
A  craft-phobic reader recently asked me if making homemade play dough is really worth the time, and wasn’t it just easier to buy play doh? Well, I don’t have anything against store bought play doh- we own lots of it! But making your own play dough is more fun, more customizable –...
April 26th, 2013 | Crafting, General, Kid Fun!, Video Tutorials | Read More

Fairy Jar!

Fairy Jar!
My daughter loves anything that glows, which is why making a “Fairy Jar” is a huge hit with her. It’s a huge hit with me – because I can make one for under $1! It’s a fun afternoon activity (just like chalk Art!) that costs me next to nothing, but gets rave reviews from...
April 1st, 2013 | Crafting, General, Kid Fun! | Read More

How to make Elf Footprints!

How to make Elf Footprints!
Looking to add a little fun into your St. Patrick’s  or Christmas holiday? Why not add some elf/leprechaun footprints all around your house for the kids to find? It’s super easy to do and all you need is paint and your hand! (our footprints lead to a pot of gold…aka gold wrapped chocolate...
March 16th, 2013 | All things Irish!, General, Kid Fun! | Read More

Make a Leprechaun Garden!

Make a Leprechaun Garden!
There is nothing more charming than a garden is there? Well, possibly one thing…a Leprechaun or Fairy garden! A fairy or leprechaun garden is a miniature garden that can be outside or inside, that uses very small scale plants, cottages and furnishings giving the illusion that wee small creatures...
March 14th, 2013 | All things Irish!, Crafting, General, Kid Fun! | Read More

How to Color Flowers! An experiment!

How to Color Flowers! An experiment!
Have you ever wondered how to color flowers? It’s super easy, and it’s actually cheaper than buying specialty colored flowers at a florist. Below you will see how quick and easy it is, as well as get the scientific explanation for whats happening. Coloring flowers can be a great science fair...
March 11th, 2013 | Crafting, General, Kid Fun! | Read More

St Patricks Day Play Dough Activities

St Patricks Day Play Dough Activities
Making your own St. Patrick Day play-dough is easy and you can customize it in anyway you wish. It’s also a great St. Patrick’s Day activity to help kids understand some basic facts about the country of Ireland through guided play! I used what I think is the best homemade play dough recipe...
March 6th, 2013 | All things Irish!, General | Read More