Easy Homemade Fall Décor Craft It is still in the 80’s here in Florida so I’m ‘faking fall’. We’ve been fall decorating and fall baking. I want to be cozy darnit! Even if I have to crank up the a/c to do it! I have my fall scented candles, wreaths, throw pillows, and the orange…
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Caramel Apple Sugar Scrub
Caramel Apple Sugar Scrub Fall is apple season, we make everything from apple pies, Pumpkin Spice Hot Apple Cider Recipe, to this Caramel Apple Sugar Scrub. Homemade sugar scrub recipes are easy to make and a great way to spoil yourself and those around you. It makes your skin healthy and smells good too! This…
DIY Shamrock Seeds Gift Bags w/ Printable
DIY Shamrock Seeds Gift Bags Looking for a fun and adorable St. Patrick’s Day craft? These are great to take to a party and fun for the kids to get involved in. They can grab the papers from the printer, cut, and stuff. I also have a fun printable for…
10 Butterfly Crafts for Kids
Butterflies are amazing insects and learning about them has been a big hit with my kids. We have a big beautiful garden and watch them feed and change. Check out the movie below to watch the lifecycle. I put together a few fun resources for you! The Butterfly Movie -The life cycles of butterflies…
Valentine’s Day Wine Cork Appetizer Picks
Valentine’s Day Wine Cork Appetizer Picks Do you have a handful of wine corks sitting around? I do, I actually have more than I care to share. If you do as well, why not use them to craft these clever Valentine’s Day wine cork appetizer picks? Perfect for using at your Valentine’s Day parties (or even…
Taking Time for Mommy Christmas
Welcome to Taking Time for Mommy Christmas where I’m added all my Christmas recipes, printables, treats, and more to one page to make browsing my site easier! As I add more Christmas articles I’ll make sure to link them here for you to come back to. ~Mandie Christmas Crafts, Treats, and More! …
15 DIY Holiday Wreaths for you to Make
15 DIY Holiday Wreaths for you to Make ~~~ Wreaths have been a household decoration since Christmas was first celebrated. First used specifically with the Advent season in mind, wreaths have become a staple in almost all households at Christmas. Wreaths can be made out of a multitude of materials – natural or man-made. I’ve…
Burlap Ribbon Christmas Tree Craft
Burlap Ribbon Christmas Tree Craft No matter what design style your home has, Christmas decorations help make it cozy and inviting. I love to make my own Christmas decorations, it makes the house feel ‘homier’. Rustic accents like this burlap ribbon Christmas tree craft are among my favorite. Another easy craft I have that the…
Taking Time for Mommy Snowman Crafts
Last year we took the girls to Tennessee for Christmas and my husband and girls got to see snow for the first time. They were in love with the cold and the snow. They even begged to move up there but this Florida girl said NO WAY because you eventually have to shovel it and…
Snowman Bulb Ornament
Snowman Bulb Ornament My girls have been crazy with making ornaments this year. We even went to a friends’ house and they made some fun ornaments with friends. If you are looking for a SIMPLE yet fun ornament I recommend my snowman bulb ornament. Even the little kids can make it with some help. Materials:…
Wine Cork Santa’s Elf Ornament
Wine Cork Santa’s Elf Ornament I have to say that I love wine. Sometimes the wine has a screw cap and sometimes it has a cork…. I have a lot of corks laying around. I’m always looking for something fun to do with them. I’ve made a few cork crafts including this adorable wine cork…
Easy Felt Pumpkin Craft
Easy Felt Pumpkin It is fun to make pumpkins out of unusual items. When you give this easy felt pumpkin craft a try, you can make your own fall pumpkin out of soft and fuzzy felt. It is a fun and budget friendly way to get into the fall season, while getting creative and crafty at the same time….
Frankenstein Wine Glass Craft
Frankenstein Wine Glass Craft I am notorious for breaking wine glasses, not because I’m tipsy but because I’m just very clutsy. Especially with wine glasses, they are top heavy. Lately I’ve been buying them at the dollar store. No they aren’t like Riedel wine glasses but they are sturdy and that is what I need….
Flower Pot Saucer Fox Craft
Flower pots are the perfect material for making crafts and with as much gardening as we do I usually have some around. They come in a variety of sizes and don’t cost very much and you can make some super cute things like this Flower Pot Saucer Fox Craft. My ten year old is obsessed with fox..or…
Easy Troll Lollipops and Tampico Beverages Trolls Flavor Hunt Contest
Brought to you by Tampico Beverages We are such huge fans of Trolls. I loved them as a child and my girls loved them as well when we watched it as a family. We’ve become huge fans of the DreamWorksTV’s animated series “Trolls: The Beat Goes On” on Netflix and a new season was just released!…
Wine Cork Reindeer Craft
Wine Cork Reindeer Craft If you have a few wine corks laying around (and you know I DO!), you have just what you need to make your own wine cork reindeer craft. Crafting your own wine cork reindeer is fun and easy when you give the tutorial below a spin. Take a peek so you…
Marshmallow Snowmen
I’m always looking for fun crafts and recipes to do with the kids. They have to be easy because it’s me we are talking about here and I promise – THESE ARE EASY! (and this is the closest Florida is getting to snow this winter!) Here is What You Need to make your Marshmallow Snowmen 6…
Easy to Make Reindeer Candy Cane Holder Craft
Easy to Make Reindeer Candy Cane Holder Craft Are you looking for something to help keep the kids’ minds off of Santa for a bit or to give them a fun activity during this holiday season? This Reindeer Candy Cane Holder is super cute and incredibly easy so even toddlers can do it (if you cut it.)…
10 Halloween Crafts
Looking for quick and easy Halloween Crafts? You’ve come to the right place. Summer is almost over & Halloween is right around the corner, and it’s time to get a jump on your decor! I’ve compiled this list of fun crafts, decor, and even a costume tutorial for under $10 for you. Whether you’re in…
Dollar Store DIY CRAFT: Owl Lantern
Dollar Store DIY CRAFT: Owl Lantern If you love the look of owls, you will love this easy to craft owl lantern. Using just a few dollar store materials, you can craft your own owl lantern, perfect for celebrating the fall season. Take a look below at how we made our own in just minutes. This is…