Category Archives: budget

She Works Hard for Her Money…Chart for Saving Money for Kids

Posted on August 11, 2015 by Jennifer

I took my 6 year old to the mall the other day and she had a serious case of the “I wants.” After telling her for the millionth time, “Okay, let’s add that to your birthday list,” she said, “But … Continue reading →

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Mermaid Shelf using a Pallet

Posted on March 18, 2015 by Jennifer

Last time I shared my daughter’s bathroom with you and today I’m sharing the pallet shelving unit my husband made. When we completed this project 3 years ago pallet projects were all the rage. At the time I was able … Continue reading →

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The – Shrek the Musical – Party

Posted on October 7, 2014 by Jennifer

For my daughter’s 5th birthday party she decided on a “Shrek the Musical,” party. We found this musical on Netflix and she feel in love with it, watching it probably 20 times. In my opinion, this musical is FAB.U.LOUS! Go … Continue reading →

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The Rabbits, It’s Always the Rabbits – Part 4

Posted on January 8, 2014 by Jennifer

Read here for The Rabbits – part 1, part 2, part 3 I know what you are thinking…Again with the rabbits? Yes, the rabbits but this time it’s different. Unbelievably, I just bought some rabbits. I know. Along with the … Continue reading →

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Winter Bingo – New on Etsy!

Posted on November 11, 2013 by Jennifer

I’ve been working for the last few weeks on a new Winter Bingo game and it’s finally ready! Winter Bingo is perfect for those school winter parties you are planning! (There are no religious images used in this game) Winter … Continue reading →

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Thankful Turkey – A Family Tradition

Posted on November 7, 2013 by Jennifer

Each year I make a paper bag turkey and feathers for our family’s annual Thankful Turkey. He usually gets called Tom the Turkey or Ted the Turkey and we add thankful feathers onto him each day. Here’s a photo of … Continue reading →

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A Little Bead Art

Posted on August 28, 2013 by Jennifer

I’ve got another weekend project for you and this actually only took a weekend to complete! Woohoo! The last weekend project culminated in completing this magnet board above our piano. I went ahead and worked on another project and here’s … Continue reading →

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My Favorite Things – Day 3

Posted on June 19, 2013 by Jennifer

Welcome to Day #3 of Big D & Me’s Favorite Things What’s today’s favorite thing? Why it’s my favorite sandwich in the whole. wide. world. It’s actually my  answer to Subway’s delicious flat bread veggie sandwich. If I had not … Continue reading →

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Paper Organizer for the Kitchen

Posted on June 10, 2013 by Jennifer

 Ever since we moved into our house, almost three years ago, I have wanted a pin board in the kitchen – somewhere to hang school notes, store deals, and reminders. I was looking at an “extra” pile we had in … Continue reading →

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Cardboard Boxes – So Much Fun!

Posted on March 20, 2013 by Jennifer

The last time I talked about Caroline’s super hero party it was concerning the scavenger hunt, bean bag toss, and the chest letters they received. Today it’s, “Exploring the City!” When I looked on pinterest for Caroline’s super hero party … Continue reading →

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