FUN 4th OF July Treats
I wanted to share with everyone this super cute and FUN 4th of July treat one of my friends made! All you need for this yummy holiday treat is bananas, strawberries, blueberries, and wooden skewers! Cute up your fruit and slide it onto the sticks! Wow! If you are bringing a side to the party this year but aren’t much of a cook, give this a try! This is also something the kids can help with.
*If you don’t want bananas maybe trade them out for some white chocolate covered strawberries! Ohhhhh!
Thanks, Lindsey!
Homemade Pizza *FUN*
I figured out that when my kids help me hands on with meals, they are more likely to eat it! So, Even though it sometimes takes longer, I like them to help me in some way prepare the meal. Today, I let them make their entire lunch all by themselves! They were so proud! Watch them do it!
I put it into separate bowls for them. I didn’t want any fighting!
Spreading the sauce.
Sneaking a few bites of cheese!
Testing the pepperoni.
Step 1, step 2, step 3!
Baked 10 minutes on 400, and it’s done!
Mason Jar Piggy Banks
So remember a few weeks ago when I posted the awesome coupon for the mason jars? Well, we have done a few projects with them! The one I am sharing today is a piggy bank mason jar. I think it’s very important to teach my kids the value of money early and being frugal with what you have. They each got three mason jars. We then divided them for Tithing first, to thank the Lord for everything he has given us. Then Saving, because we need to save before we spend. And lastly Spending, because whether you like to admit it or not, that part is FUN! Do you want to do the craft too? Just follow the steps below!
1. Gather your mason jars.
2. Grab any scraps around the house. This can be scrapbook paper, tissue paper, wrapping paper, or fabric. I also used ribbon.
3. Cut your paper or fabric to fit around the mason jar. Then cut pieces to fit on top of the lid.
4. Use glue, any type will do. The best is probably Modge Podge, but I was out so I used craft glue. Also get a sponge brush to apply the glue to the jar.
5. Apply the glue to the jar using your brush.
6. Wrap the cut fabric around the jar.
7. Cut a slit in each top so that you can drop coins through. I used the top of my craft scissors. (My husband tried for almost an hour using all sorts of things. He couldn’t get it so I took over! :) )
8. Apply glue to the tops and place the cut circles on. I then used a box cutter to make a slit through the fabric.
9. Make your labels. You don’t have to copy mine, you can make whatever type you want!
10. Apply your labels using the glue and sponge. You are done!
I added ribbon to my daughter’s per her request!
Easter Basket Ideas
Easter is fast on its way and it’s always FUN to get a little crafty! This year instead of buying that annoying Easter grass, (you know what I’m talking about, the stuff that gets everywhere and is obnoxious to clean) get creative!
Here is what you need:
Colored paper of your choice (I used whatever was lying around the house)
Shredder
That’s it!
Take the paper and shred it! I did the entire length of the paper, but to get smaller pieces just cut the paper in half first. Now you are ready to add it to your Easter basket! FUN & FRUGAL!
