tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-60084115328348139402024-03-18T09:10:54.599-03:00East Coast MommyEastCoastMommy.com was started in April 2011. It contains free tutorials, crafts, holiday fun, party planning, yummy recipes, DIY projects, product reviews, contests, family travel and more.
The focus is always on keeping things EASY and INEXPENSIVE!East Coast Mommyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16299375371540675995noreply@blogger.comBlogger1436125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6008411532834813940.post-66553152784704711652024-03-13T11:41:00.003-03:002024-03-13T11:41:53.856-03:00Magical Easter Ideas for Kids... and FREE Easter basket goodies!!!Holidays provide the perfect opportunity to make magical memories. Today, I'm sharing delightful Easter ideas (and freebies) that are guaranteed to impress the Easter Bunny!1) Coupons from the Easter Bunny are a wonderful alternative to candy in an Easter basket, and I made some FREE ones that you can download below.To download the coupons I designed (for free): click on the photo below, East Coast Mommyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16299375371540675995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6008411532834813940.post-57858286346139047412024-03-11T00:00:00.001-03:002024-03-11T00:00:00.241-03:00EASY Easter Desserts that are DELICIOUS and Guaranteed to Impress!If you like EASY holiday desserts, you are going to LOVE the quick and delicious recipes I'm sharing today. I have short cuts to share... and a step by step video. Take a peek, and let me know which Easter dessert is your favourite!1) No-bake Easter cheesecakes (from a mix) - Find the step by step instructions here.2) Mini egg brownies (from a mix) - If you like a good short-cut, you are going toEast Coast Mommyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16299375371540675995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6008411532834813940.post-2207354242295325272024-02-15T16:44:00.003-04:002024-02-15T23:15:58.917-04:0020+ BEST Easter DIYs, Crafts, Decor Ideas & Recipes / Easy and Budget Friendly Ideas for Easter 2024If you like making holidays special AND saving money, you are going to love the ideas I'm sharing today. I have OVER 20 Easter DIYs, crafts, decor ideas and recipes. You definitely going to be making my Easter cookies and my adorable "bunny trail" wreath.To get all the info on my favourite Easter projects, make sure to check out the video below... and for MORE INFORMATION, here are the East Coast Mommyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16299375371540675995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6008411532834813940.post-1402932836549093732024-02-07T12:07:00.001-04:002024-02-07T12:07:00.143-04:00EASY Valentine's Day Treats... featuring chocolate dipped goodiesLet's be honest... Valentine's Day is all about the chocolate. And homemade chocolate treats are guaranteed to impress family and friends. Today, I'm sharing EASY chocolate dipped goodies. You are going to be amazed at how simple the chocolate dipped heart-shaped strawberries are to make!My favourite part of my Valentine's Day treat tray starts with heart-shaped strawberries. You East Coast Mommyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16299375371540675995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6008411532834813940.post-30850027922931973002024-01-31T14:11:00.002-04:002024-02-05T12:03:14.228-04:00NEW Easy and Inexpensive Valentine's Day Ideas / Dollar Store Crafts / FREE Printable ValentineI have fun, NEW easy and inexpensive Valentine's Day ideas to share today. Many use dollar store products, AND I have FREE printable tags you can download and print. Check out the simple ideas, a step by step video, and the free tags below.Donuts make a cute Valentine, and I love them packaged in a dollar store cellophane bag and paired with the punny tag I designed. To get the tags for FREE: East Coast Mommyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16299375371540675995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6008411532834813940.post-16556772322056713312024-01-30T13:42:00.086-04:002024-02-25T09:21:06.494-04:00Preschool Workbook / A fun way to learn numbers 1-10 / Number CraftsWhen my three kids were little, I always tried to make learning fun... and crafting was one of our favourite activities. Today, I'm sharing the NEW book I wrote which highlights the crafts we did when I was teaching them about numbers. It's like a 40+ page workbook with lots of photos and templates -- AND it's only $2.99 US. If you are interested in purchasing a copy, you can do it here.HereEast Coast Mommyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16299375371540675995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6008411532834813940.post-525498740630024362024-01-26T14:43:00.001-04:002024-01-26T14:43:06.968-04:008 FREE 4x6 Valentine's Day PrintsHoliday décor is a lot of fun, and it doesn't need to break the bank. In fact, today I am sharing Valentine's pictures that you can download absolutely FREE. Pop them into an inexpensive frame, and you're all set!I designed 8 different pictures, so you can pick your favourites, download them below, print them, and use them any way you like. I think they look great in a grouping of three.These East Coast Mommyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16299375371540675995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6008411532834813940.post-82079581045626785982024-01-18T10:35:00.000-04:002024-01-18T10:35:01.633-04:0015 Winter HACKS You Need to Try!Winter got you down? If you are finding it hard to deal with short days, cold temperatures and heavy snowfalls, I've got you covered. I'm sharing simple hacks that are guaranteed to make winter a little easier--and a lot more fun!1) To make shoveling easier, spray your shovel with non-stick cooking spray. The snow won't stick to the shovel. It will slide off easily and the job will get done a lotEast Coast Mommyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16299375371540675995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6008411532834813940.post-61654214548768845512024-01-10T14:50:00.000-04:002024-01-10T14:50:08.762-04:00Valentine's Day DIYs, FREEBIES and Dollar Store FindsValentine's Day is coming, and I have some fantastic, budget-friendly ideas you are going to love. I have easy DIYs, dollar store finds, and FREE Valentine cards. I made a video too, so don't forget to check it out.1) Valentine for teammates - This is such a cute (and punny) Valentine to share with teammates. Let friends know they are "EXCEL" lent teammates with packs of EXCEL game and the cute East Coast Mommyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16299375371540675995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6008411532834813940.post-10223772280924730802023-12-16T21:12:00.001-04:002023-12-16T21:12:32.068-04:00The Polar Express (Christmas Light Adventure)For many years, our family has been going on a "Polar Express" Christmas Light Adventure, and it's one of my favourite holiday traditions. It's simple, but a lot of fun!!! (Note: Don't forget to download the UPDATED ticket I designed for you. Get if for FREE below.)In order to embark on your own Polar Express adventure:1) Print the tickets I designed for you.2) Grab some hot chocolate, cookies, East Coast Mommyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16299375371540675995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6008411532834813940.post-63940555354607135392023-12-12T21:12:00.002-04:002023-12-12T21:12:26.235-04:00Genius Ways to DIY Clear Plastic Ornaments... including FREE tags and a super-fun videoI love DIYing during the Christmas season, and I have the BEST ideas to share today. There really is something for everyone in this post. You are going to love my GENIUS ways to DIY clear ornaments, the FREE tags I designed, and the step-by-step video I put together for you.1) Photo ornaments - Cut two circles, roll them up, and insert them into an ornament, and add a ribbon. For step by step East Coast Mommyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16299375371540675995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6008411532834813940.post-54469172318909845722023-12-06T13:12:00.004-04:002023-12-06T13:14:02.235-04:00DIY Gifts People Actually WANT — Useful, inexpensive, and fun!!!I love a good DIY gift, don't you? They are thoughtful, useful, inexpensive and fun! And... they are more budget-friendly than store bought gifts. You are going to love the DIY Christmas Gift Ideas I'm sharing today.1) Elf Cookies - First bake up a batch of your favourite cookies. I used my favourite recipe for Ginger Molasses cookies. You can find the recipe here. Then, add a cardstock hat,East Coast Mommyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16299375371540675995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6008411532834813940.post-69275274074794650692023-11-27T20:46:00.004-04:002023-11-29T09:52:49.916-04:00The BEST Easy, Inexpensive, and USEFUL Gift Ideas... including FREE gift tagsWe all have so much clutter in our lives, so it's always nice to receive a "useful" gift this time of year. I love "consumable" gifts, and today, I'm sharing a few of my favourites. I'm also sharing FREE printable gift tags that make the gifts super-cute.1) Hot chocolate gift (with two tag options) - A personalized mug, adorable mini mason jars full of marshmallows, and hot chocolate pairs East Coast Mommyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16299375371540675995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6008411532834813940.post-16858052480371571482023-11-22T19:45:00.000-04:002023-11-22T19:45:19.848-04:005 Easy, Inexpensive, and USEFUL Dollar Store CHRISTMAS Gifts... including FREE (and adorable) gift tagsI love a budget-friendly gift -- especially when it is cute AND useful. Today, I'm sharing 5 easy & cheap Christmas gift ideas, fun packaging options, and FREE printable tags. You are going to love these!!!1) Chocolate and Mitten SNOWMAN - This is a great gift for all ages. It's inexpensive and super cute. Check out the step by step instructions here, and download the tag below.To download East Coast Mommyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16299375371540675995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6008411532834813940.post-24683163657479306892023-11-20T10:35:00.002-04:002023-11-20T10:35:24.663-04:00A FINAL Birthday Letter to my Oldest Son on his 18th BirthdayWhen my boys were little, I decided to write them birthday letters every year on the day they were born. My goal was to create a "snap shot" of their personalities at the different stages of their childhoods. Today, my oldest son turns 18. As he enters adulthood, I am writing my LAST birthday letter to him. It's amazing how quickly time passes! 😭To my oldest boy,I literally can't believe that myEast Coast Mommyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16299375371540675995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6008411532834813940.post-40085458447214440942023-11-17T00:00:00.001-04:002023-11-17T00:00:00.224-04:0010 NEW Dollarama Christmas Finds & DIYs... celebrate well for less!I love dollar store finds, don't you? It's a great way to celebrate holidays for less. Today, I am sharing fabulous, budget-friendly finds, and DIYs that you are going to make your Christmas very merry.For a closer look, you can check out the video I made... or keep scrolling for a written version.1) I love this dollar store bowl that I found in the "planter" / "pot" section. I filled it East Coast Mommyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16299375371540675995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6008411532834813940.post-73107829064386491142023-11-14T00:30:00.005-04:002023-11-14T00:30:00.140-04:002023 Hockey Gift Guide... fantastic Christmas gift ideas for hockey players and fans (of all ages) ***Disclosure -This gift guide contains some products I own, some items that I received for free and a few affiliate links. Please be assured that the opinions in this blog are 100% my own, and I've only included items I think would make fantastic gifts for hockey fans and players. Also, if you make a purchase using one of my affiliate links, you will not pay any extra, but I may get aEast Coast Mommyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16299375371540675995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6008411532834813940.post-8516385225951455542023-11-13T14:33:00.000-04:002023-11-13T14:33:30.104-04:00When you can't get together on December 25, why not try hosting "Fake Christmas"?It isn't always possible to be with loved ones on December 25th, but that doesn't mean you can't celebrate Christmas together. My husband's family is in Ontario, and we live in Nova Scotia, so we always gather for "Fake Christmas" in November. It's a lot of fun, and a special annual event for all of us. Today, I'm sharing how it works -- and I've got some FREEBIES too!Here are some of the East Coast Mommyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16299375371540675995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6008411532834813940.post-30285473949691787202023-11-03T11:49:00.001-03:002023-11-03T11:50:16.969-03:002023 Christmas Finds for LESSWhen it comes to saving money, prepping EARLY for Christmas is key. I also love to stock up on dollar store finds before they are all sold out. Today, I'm sharing some of my favourite 2023 Christmas dollar store finds.Check out my list below... or take a closer look by watching the video I made here:1) These LED lights are great. They come with a remote, so you can change them into any Christmas East Coast Mommyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16299375371540675995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6008411532834813940.post-18028083157966015342023-10-13T12:17:00.000-03:002023-10-13T12:17:00.975-03:00The BEST Halloween Cookie Recipe... including a quick step-by-step videoThis no-bake cookie recipe is a family favourite. I make it at Easter and add mini eggs, and at Christmas I make them and call them "reindeer poop". Today, I'm sharing my Halloween version. You are going to LOVE these simple and delicious Halloween cookies.The recipe is at the end of this post, but you might want to check out this quick step-by-step video first.To make these Halloween monster East Coast Mommyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16299375371540675995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6008411532834813940.post-18175244691842803802023-10-03T23:29:00.000-03:002023-10-03T23:29:01.477-03:00Turn inexpensive items into CUTE & CLEVER HALLOWEEN Goodies / 15 GENIUS Halloween Treat IdeasI absolutely love the ideas I'm sharing today. Treats really are the best part of Halloween, and today I have 15 treat ideas that are simply genius! I also have a fun video for you and FREE downloadable tags. Keep reading to check out all the fun.1) Chocolate bar mummies - This is such an adorable and simple idea. Wrap chocolate bars in streamers, and add googly eyes. Full instructions here.2) East Coast Mommyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16299375371540675995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6008411532834813940.post-33586207821930389102023-09-29T12:12:00.002-03:002023-09-29T12:12:46.371-03:00NEW High-end HALLOWEEN Decor... made using dollar store suppliesI love creating high-end holiday decor, and I especially love when it is budget-friendly. Today, I have some fantastic Halloween DIYs made using dollar store supplies. I absolutely LOVE the LED cauldron. Take a peek and let me know which one if your favourite.This wreath could not be easier to make, and it's totally adorable! I used an old grapevine wreath form and a wooden ghost from the dollar East Coast Mommyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16299375371540675995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6008411532834813940.post-65521169165892065352023-09-19T12:14:00.000-03:002023-09-19T12:14:36.965-03:00Fall & Halloween Dollar Store Finds and DIYsI love inexpensive seasonal decor, and I have created some great pieces this year. I'm also sharing options that work for BOTH Fall and Halloween. Check out the dollar store finds and DIYs (and helpful video) below.I absolutely love the trays I made for Fall and Halloween using dollar store supplies. I think the dollarama vase fillers and remote control LED light are super-fun! Check out the East Coast Mommyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16299375371540675995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6008411532834813940.post-70015250536430163842023-09-12T09:08:00.003-03:002023-09-12T09:08:33.926-03:00High End FALL Decor... on a dollar store budget / Clever money saving HACKsI love adding seasonal decor to my home, and I really love doing it on a budget. I especially enjoy using what I have so I have less clutter in my home. Today I'm sharing a few of my clever money saving HACKs for Fall.One of my favourite HACKs is to replace the artwork in frames that I already have in my home. For Fall, I designed a fun "hello pumpkin" print that you can download for FREE below. East Coast Mommyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16299375371540675995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6008411532834813940.post-24665501577915989952023-09-06T14:42:00.005-03:002023-09-06T14:42:59.126-03:003 "C" Cookies -- Crispy, Crunchy and ChewySometimes you need a break from the traditional cookie recipes you bake all the time, and this recipe is just what you have been looking for. It's simple to throw together, it makes a bunch, they freeze beautifully, and they are delicious. The texture and buttery flavour of these cookies is EVERYTHING!To make these cookies, you'll need:1 cup white sugar1 cup brown sugar1 cup oil1 cup softened East Coast Mommyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16299375371540675995noreply@blogger.com0