Back to school is a special time for kids and adults. It marks a new beginning, and a time to get organized. To make the milestone special, I have some fantastic back to school crafts and DIYs to share today.
Gina (aka East Coast Mommy)
Back to school is a special time for kids and adults. It marks a new beginning, and a time to get organized. To make the milestone special, I have some fantastic back to school crafts and DIYs to share today.
Do you love holiday decor on a budget? I have TEN dollar store finds and DIYs for Canada Day that are super-cute and budget-friendly. Take a look, and let me know which one is your favourite.
You can see ALL my finds and DIYs (and find out how to get the free Canada Day print I designed) here:
Happy Canada Day!!!!
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Gina (aka East Coast Mommy)
If you love holiday decor that is easy and inexpensive, you are going to love this free "Oh Canada" print for Canada Day.
All you need to do is download the free print I designed, and pop it in a dollar store frame.
To download the print: click on the photo below, right-click, save it to your computer, and print it like a regular 8x10 photo.
I love this little print, don't you? I think it's really simple and fun!
Happy Canada Day!!!!
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Gina (aka East Coast Mommy)
I love a good party favor... especially if it's budget-friendly. So, with my son's graduation coming up, I decided to create some inexpensive party favors using dollar store goodies. I came up with five party favor ideas (and free printable tags) that you are going to love!
Let me know in the comments which of these graduation party favors is YOUR favourite. I don't think I could pick because they are ALL so cute. :-)
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Gina (aka East Coast Mommy)
Who doesn't love a good "Dad Joke"? So, when it comes to Father's Day, "punny gifts" are perfect. Today, I'm sharing 10 punny Father's Day gift ideas that are sure to make the special dad in your life smile.
1) Soda – Let dad sit and relax with an ice-cold soda. Gift him a six pack of his favourite beverage, and add “tie” tags that say “World’s Greatest POP!”. Download the "tie tags" I designed here.
2) Donuts – A bouquet of flowers might not be a dad’s favourite gift, but who wouldn’t love a bouquet of donuts? Grab a box of Timbits, add them to the end of BBQ skewers, gather the bottoms together with an elastic, wrap the bunch up in tissue paper, and secure it all together with a piece of ribbon. Then, to make the gift extra fun, add a tag that says, “I DONUT know what we would do without you!”. Check out the step-by-step instructions for putting together a donut bouquet here.
3) Socks – For a whimsical gift option, consider
picking out a pair of socks with a design that fits his personality. Then, add
a punny tag that says, “You knock my SOCKS off!”
4) Cookie Kit – Dads that like to bake (and eat)
cookies will love receiving a homemade cookie kit for Father’s Day. In a mason
jar, assemble all the dry ingredients required to make their favourite cookies.
Then, attach a tag that says, “Dad’s emergency ‘STACHE of cookies!” Get my favourite cookie mix recipe, and Download the tags I designed for you here.
5) Painted Rock – Handmade gifts are always appreciated—especially
when they are made by children. A child can paint a rock with a punny twist by
using paint markers to add the words, “My Dad ROCKS!”
6) Reese’s Pieces – For a father with a sweet tooth, a box
of his favourite candy makes a great gift. Reese’s Pieces are perfect when
paired with a “We love you to PIECES!” tag. Download your tags for FREE here.
7) Gift Cards – Gift cards are great, but they can often feel impersonal. This problem can be solved if you package it in a creative way. Insert the gift card into the centre of roll of toilet paper. Then, add a tag that says, “Thanks for putting up with my CRAP.” Funny, right? Download the tags I designed (for free) here.
8) S’more Kit – The weather is getting warmer, and campfires are a summer staple for many families. It is the perfect time to wrap up a s’more kit for dad and add a note that says, “I couldn’t love you S’MORE!” Download the tags I designed here.
9) Movie Night – Time together is the best gift of all,
and a movie night is fun and easy to play. Try to include a pun or two to make
Dad smile. For example, for a viewing of Star Wars, you can make a sign that
says, “YODA best Dad!” Don’t forget to serve “You’re the best POP in
the world!” popcorn.
10) BBQ – Planning a special BBQ for Father’s Day is a fantastic idea. Gather up all dad’s favourite grilling staples, put them in a basket, and add a tag that says, “Time for a BBQ. It will be GRATE!”
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Gina (aka East Coast Mommy)
I love a good party DIY... and what's better than a DIY Candy Bar. Today, I'm sharing my tips and tricks for putting together a fantastic candy bar on a budget. I'm even including FREE printable signage and tags.
Take a peek at the video (below) for all the information you need to put together your own impressive and budget-friendly candy bar. Then, come back here and download the free signage and tags.
To download this sign I designed: click on the picture below, right-click, save it to your computer, and print it like a regular 5x7 photo.
To download the tags I designed: click on the pictures below, right-click, save them to your computer, and print it like a regular 4x6 photos.