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Kids seem to learn so much more when they are having fun. Conversation Hearts are everywhere this time of year. Why not use them for teaching? Kids will enjoy knowing there is a sweet treat at the end of the lesson. Here are 5 fun ways to teach with Conversation Hearts. Colors – A very… Continue Reading…
Show someone how much you love and care this Valentine’s Day with the gift of a Guardian Angel Message in a Bottle. I recently saw a similar gift in a popular children’s clothing magazine with a price tag of $64. The magazine version is beautiful and features a vintage glass bottle with a hand-scripted message…. Continue Reading…
While in my local supermarket the other day, I saw some adorable gifts comprised of Valentine candy, a plush toy and a balloon. I knew right away that they would be the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for two of my granddaughters, but then I looked at the $13 price tag. The ones in my store,… Continue Reading…
There is so much to love about Valentine’s Day! While the annual indulgence in a heart shaped box of chocolates tops my list, there are also Valentines with sweet messages inside and red roses by the dozen to make a girls heart go all pitter patter. February is the perfect time of year to add… Continue Reading…
Last week I made some marshmallow creme and it was so wonderfully delicious that I have since been dreaming up different ways that I can use it. Dolloped atop a bowl of ice cream with chocolate syrup it is simply perfection, yet I found myself still wanting to do more with it. I realize red… Continue Reading…
Last week we shared some simple homemade Valentines with printables, using Pop Rocks and bouncy balls. They were so much fun to make! I love for the kids to be able to give something to their friends that is personalized and homemade. Especially when it doesn’t cause me a lot of work or expense. I… Continue Reading…
While there is nothing wrong with a store bought Valentine, I absolutely love homemade ones. I have such fond memories of doing crafts with my mom as a child, and then again with my son when he was a young boy. These simple homemade Valentines for kids that I have made are a great project… Continue Reading…
I love creating Valentines that make a lasting impression. It really doesn’t take a lot to make a Valentine’s Day card that will stand out and be truly enjoyed by friends. Kids love Goldfish Crackers… heck… I love Goldfish Crackers, so this Valentine is sure to be a hit with everyone. I made these Goldfish… Continue Reading…
I’ve been baking and decorating cakes for many years, but for some reason homemade candy has always intimidated me a little. Making each little piece of candy seems so labor intensive. That all changed when I happened upon this Nutella Chocolate Hearts candy recipe. It’s so simple to make, and you wouldn’t believe how rich… Continue Reading…
These homemade conversation hearts make a great Valentine’s Day gift. They would be so cute packaged in parchment or cellophane bags, or simply placed into a jar with a lid. They taste just like the ones you buy in the store, thanks in part to the Sprite in the recipe that gives them a bit… Continue Reading…
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