Children are now at home for the foreseeable future. What does that mean about at home learning, especially while parents are also trying to work? One idea that can help everyone is Accomplishment Charts. We're only a few days into this, and we’ve already seen a lot of schedules posted about how to do at home learning with our kids. But for some families, many of those schedules feel ... [ Read More ]
Accomplishment Charts and At Home Learning
Here we are. It's an unprecedented time when we are trying to figure out a new way to live in the world. It's overwhelming and there has been plenty of information to try to fill the gap.For parents who now find themselves with children at home for the foreseeable future, I’ve seen some great schedules posted about how to do at home learning with our kids. Yet for many, trying to balance working ... [ Read More ]
7 Steps to Create a Vision Board
A vision board is a powerful tool that can help you set clear goals and focus on achieving those goals. It's also a fun and easy craft project! Check out the Top Five Crazy-Cheap Tools You Need to Make a Vision Board Today (seriously low-cost!) at the bottom of this post.Do vision boards really work?Yes! A vision board works because it forces you to visualize your future every time you look at ... [ Read More ]
Why Gratitude Matters
Gratitude makes people happier. Studies consistently show that people who practice gratitude have more positive emotions, have better health, handle adversity better, and have stronger relationships.Gratitude matters. But gratitude takes practice. (For help getting started, check out my free gratitude starters at the end of this post!)Did I ever tell you the time I was feeling pretty sorry for ... [ Read More ]
Create a Gratitude Jar
A Gratitude Jar can be one of the most simple crafts. It can also be a powerful tool to create positive changes in your life.Sometimes called a Moments Jar, Joy Jar, Happiness Jar, or Good Times Jar, a Gratitude Jar can help you practice gratitude and lead a happier life. (Free printables at the end of this post!)What is Gratitude and Why Does it Matter?The dictionary tells us that gratitude is ... [ Read More ]
Celebrating Birthdays
I love birthdays. I mean, I REALLY love birthdays. I was the kid who started reminding you 6 months out that my birthday was coming. What could be better than a whole day dedicated to enveloping you in love and celebration? Plus cake. We were out at dinner a few weeks ago and the tables near us held a big group of people celebrating a friend’s 50th birthday. As they sang to her and she ... [ Read More ]
Getting My First Silhouette Cameo Cutting Machine
In April of 2015 I was visiting my sister who lives in Hawaii. (Convince someone in your family to live on an island. It is seriously the best way to travel there regularly.) Her husband has a screen printing shop and is insanely creative. I happened to mention my desire to get a cutting machine because I thought it would take my crafting to the next level. “I have a Silhouette I’m not using. Do ... [ Read More ]