Yes, we're hopping on the Halloween bandwagon a bit early this season. But it's never too soon to start prepping for spooktacular holiday fun! The secret to any good Halloween decoration is making it creepy. Even in small amounts, a little terror can go a long way. I found these ...read more
We still in the early days of "social distancing" and the resulting homeschooling of our children. It's Day 4, so I'm trying not to get too excited or cocky about how well my kids are adjusting--because, let's face it: they're going to have their highs and lows and so am I. ...read more
Haven't been hitting the beach as much as you'd like this summer?! Well, don't worry, I the perfect DIY craft that will make you feel like you've spent the day with your toes in the sand. With the kids in camp most of the day, we haven't been able to get to the beach as much ...read more
Easter is one of my favorite holidays to celebrate. It's a lovely holiday filled with such promise. And, as with any holiday, in our family celebrating means decorating, making tasty treats and crafting to our heart's content. My daughter was born with an artistic soul and, while ...read more
We all know how hard it can be to find ways to keep kids entertained when the family all gathers together for a holiday. Am I right? Whether we're talking about Thanksgiving, Christmas or even spending New Year's Eve in, the key to keeping kids happy is keeping them good and ...read more
The Pineapple is so trendy right now and I see them popping up everywhere from party decor to Beyonce. You can slap a pineapple on pretty much anything, and it will automatically become Pinterest worthy. We're certainly big fans of le pineapple around these parts...So, here's our ...read more
I've always been a "crafter". My parents encouraged me to create things (or, at least attempt to) rather than buy them and the ideal has stuck with me always. Personalized and handmade items became super trendy thanks to the advent of Etsy, and now everyone can be an artisan. ...read more
St. Paddy's Day is just a week away; and if you're starved for some crafts to do with the kiddos, you'll love this idea. It's a Leprechaun house! Capture your leprechaun by making this home a trap or just give him a nice place to stay during his visit. With a simple supply list ...read more
Happy St. Patrick's Day! Don't get caught not wearing green---with this cute craft, you will be on trend and in zero danger of getting pinched. Capture a leprechaun's gold in a little bottle and display it around your neck with pride. Your kiddo will love to wear this and show ...read more
We are such huge fans of easy crafting—And when I say "easy crafting" I mean that the crafts are easy to put together but also easy on the eyes. Usually when I find craft kits or idealistic "simple" projects, the end result is not pleasant. But Kiwi Crate's formula of ease is ...read more
My daughter loves any kind of crafty project you can come up with or find for her to get her hands on. When she was younger I was much better at finding things she could create and make, but as she's gotten older and I have another little one to keep me busy, we do our crafts ...read more
Blossom Box Kids is a brand NEW monthly subscription box for kids. Get nature inspired crafts in pretty brown packaging each month. Kids love getting mail and we love monthly subscription boxes for them. When our Blossom Box Kids box arrived for my daughter squealed "Oh I got ...read more
With the colder weather comes the shift towards more indoor activities. With all of us at home, though, the kids can get bored where we love to turn to creative crafting kits. One of our favorites is Kiwi Crate, a monthly subscription crafting service where you can explore ...read more
Crafting is a trend that never goes out of style. We're getting into the fall season with this easy to make pumpkin pony tail holder. You won't need sewing skills or tons of supplies to make this cute hair accessory. Related: 10 non-candy Halloween treats Even those of us who ...read more
Make your own terrarium with gnomes! This DIY kids project from is perfect for Father's Day or just for a fun summer activity. One quick trip to the craft/garden store and you've got everything you need for about $5. Momtrends Tip: This craft is meant for kids, so be sure to ...read more
June is here and its full of fun holidays that kids can enjoy with colorful activities! First up is Flag Day (June 14th) and what better way for kids to learn about their country and bring out their American spirit than by creating their own custom-made flags. Another day ...read more
