This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Duck Brand Easy Liner. All opinions are 100% mine. Every year I rearrange my homeschool room (just a spare bedroom), and people ask, “Did you totally redecorate!?” Fact: I hardly bought anything new this year (besides consumable supplies)! I simply purged, organized, and refreshed […]
Classical Morning Menu for Homeschool
Last year, I dove fully into the “Morning Menu” routine – where you put your morning time materials into a plastic menu folder. Let me tell you, these menus keep me on track and feeling polished, even on a dragging morning! I did drop the ball on getting my printable menus online and available for […]
DIY Hammock Pad for Rope Hammocks
Why buy it when you can sew it, right? Earlier this summer, I whipped up this DIY Hammock Pad for rope hammocks. It was so easy and made such a big difference in enjoying our hammock that I wanted to share it with you. We have a very small backyard, but we make the most […]
5 Ways to Get Ready for Christmas in July!
I absolutely cannot stand when I see Christmas decorations in September! It feels like we’re rushing the year along. However, one thing I have learned is how planning ahead can help you actually enjoy those times of year instead of rush through. So… here are some ways to get ready for Christmas–in July! Sponsored by […]
Exploring Patriotic Symbols of America – FREE Ebook!
We love themed crafts throughout the year… but with the end of the school year, it can get busy to prep and plan something fun for the summer holidays. Years ago, I worked with Melissa and Doug to create some patriotic craft ideas for Labor Day. These crafts are great choices for Memorial Day and […]
Summer Learning at Home Ideas to Beat Boredom
Little brains are ready for a break (and mama brains too!). Warm weather, blossoming gardens, and beach waves beckon us to play. And play we shall this summer! Yet, heading into summer, we don’t want to lose all the great gains we’ve accomplished through the year. I keep a short list (and an activity basket!) […]
Homeschool Your Hobby: Ideas + FREE Printable
One aspect I adore about homeschooling my kids is the ability to share my hobbies and passions with them. Or to pursue new hobbies as a family! So when Wendy Speake asked to interview me for the Homeschool Solutions podcast about how we homeschool our hobbies, I was all in! Here’s how to homeschool your […]
Craft Activities for Stay-At-Home Fun
Have we used up all the ideas yet? We’re heading into our 8th week of staying home, so perhaps it’s a good time for some fresh ideas. I have craft activities for stay-at-home fun for everyone! There’s a little of this and that, so browse the ideas – I’ve done every one with or for […]
10+ Baby Steps to Better Family Health
Our family history of striving for better health started about ten years ago. And we’re still learning! But a decade later, we’re decidedly making better choices more often than not! Here’s 10 Baby Steps to better family health that you can work on too! I have listed these as 10 categories, but inside this post […]
Help for parenting struggles right now
Over the years, I’ve written many posts with EASY tips and tricks for parenting and motherhood. I love it when a plan comes together. But right now, so many of our plans are falling apart. So I’ve gathered up my best posts as help for parenting struggles right now! Maybe you’re just making it through […]
