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Fantastic Father's Day Ideas

Handmade decorations, treats and gifts are the best... especially when they are made by a child for the special man in his/her life. Today, I am sharing a wonderful collection of fantastic Father's Day ideas that are easy, inexpensive and guaranteed to make Dad feel special.



Shirt and Tie Card - These cards are bright, cheerful, and simple to make. Check out the full tutorial (including a short video) here.


Father's Day Donut Bouquet - The supplies for this donut bouquet are inexpensive, and kids will enjoy creating this unique gift for Dad. You can find a step-by-step photo tutorial AND craft video here.


Father's Day Cake - This simple cake is simple to make and kids will love helping to place the candy pieces. You can find all the info you need to make this cake here.


Father's Day Cookie Mix - Find the instructions and free printable tags here.



Father's Day Pop - This is a "punny" idea Dad's will love... and you can download the adorable tags for FREE here.





Father's Day Reese's Pieces Treat - Adding a "punny" tag to a tasty treat is sure to bring a smile to Dad's face. You can download the adorable tags I designed here.


Personalized Pictures - This is my all time favourite Father's Day gift idea. My boys have been giving these personalized photos to their dad for years. Find the "how to" here.

And another version here.

Simple beaded keychain - This is a simple idea / craft for kids to make for their Dad. Use his favourite colours to create a simple handmade keychain. Cut a strip of faux suede (or another sturdy string), tie the string to a key ring, add wooden beads, and knot the end. Then, you can use a thin sharpie to add a name or message.


DIY Necktie - Designing a tie for dad to wear on Father's Day is a perfect activity for young children. You can even use the tie to create decorative wrapping. Download the tie template for free here.



Father's Day Banner - You can set a festive mood for dad by creating some Father's Day decor, and this banner is easy and inexpensive to make. Find the "how to" here.


Funny Father's Day Card / Gift Card Holder - This FREE printable card is perfect for a Dad with a good sense of humour. It's a cute card that you can package with a roll of toilet paper. You can also add a gift card to make it extra special.


Candy Bouquet - Rather than giving dad flowers, consider giving him a bouquet of chocolate instead. Who wouldn't love receiving all these sweet treats? Find the full tutorial here.


S'more Treat for Dad - If Dad likes camping or backyard bonfires, he will love this sweet treat and its "punny" tag. You can download this adorable tag for free here. 


Father's Day Breakfast in Bed - If Dad loves breakfast in bed, he will love this variation filled with LOVE. Read more about it here.




Father's Day Grilling Gift Basket - This is a great gift for a Dad who likes to BBQ. You can download the "Master of the Grill" tag I designed here.




You could even make him a special tray for all his favorites!




Father's Day Treat Box - This is a fun idea, and the treats can be customized to include all of Dad's favourites. You can find the FREE printable tags here.




Father's Day Snack Buffet - The way to a man's heart is through his belly, so this is the perfect gift for your "treat-loving" dad. You can fill dollar store containers with snacks, and download the tags I designed here.




Paint a rock - It doesn't get simpler than this rock/paper weight.




And if you are on a budget, check out the ADORABLE Father's Day DIYs made using dollar store supplies here.






Isn't this an adorable collection of Father's Day ideas? Any of these wonderful treats is sure to be a hit with Dad. Happy Father's Day!

 ♥
Gina (aka East Coast Mommy)


You might also be interested in the Father's Day DIY gifts and FREE downloads here.

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10+ Simple Ways to Celebrate Mother's Day

Mother’s Day provides the perfect opportunity to pay tribute to the wonderful woman in our lives, and it is important to put some effort into the details of the day. Today, I am sharing some simple ways that kids can make Mother's Day special.


Of course, mom is going to need a gift. Store bought options (including flowers) are great, but no mom can resist the beautiful handmade treasures lovingly crafted by her children. Check out these fantastic craft, card, treat, and decor ideas that dads can help little ones make and bake for their moms. Older children can make things independently, or they can write heartfelt notes.

 1) Edible Mother's Day Bouquets - Turn mom's favourite treats into edible bouquets with the simple tutorials you can find here.



2) Sharpie pendant - Any mom would be proud to wear one of these lovely pendants made from tin foil and sharpies. 



3) Popsicle stick frame - Popsicle stick frames can be made for a special photo, drawing, or button heart. 



4) Hockey mom artwork - Any hockey mom would love this artwork that you can download here for FREE. There is a version for the mom of multiple kids too. 



5) Custom coffee mug - There are countless options for making moms custom coffee mugs (including this cheeky option). Find out how to create your own version here.



6) Photo Flower - No mom can resist a handmade treasure featuring a photo of their little one. This simple vase and photo flower card are sure to make her smile.



These are cute too....




7) Card and Handmade Flower Pen - This simple card comes with a cheerful, handmade flower pen. Cute, right?



8) "Love you to Pieces" Card - Handmade cards are always special, and this one is perfect for little crafters. If a child can rip paper, they can make this simple keepsake. 



9) Handprint Calendar - Give your mom a year's worth of love by making her a special handprint calendar. No mom can resist adorable handprint artwork.
10) Mason Jar Vase - This beautiful mason jar vase is perfect for children of all ages. It can be filled with real flowers or handcrafted paper ones.



11) Mother's Day Banner - Kids can easily transform an old book into festive Mother's Day decor that their special lady will love.



12) Sweet Treat - Serving mom a sweet treat for Mother's Day is always a great option. She'll enjoy a few minutes to herself with a cup of coffee/tea and a delicious, freshly baked goodie!
13) Mother's Day Photo - Moms are often behind the camera documenting her family's special moments. Why not take a minute on Mother's Day to snap a photo of your special lady with her tribe?



14) Mother's Day Treat Box - Every mom needs a treat to help her through the day, and these treat boxes are easy to make... and adorable. All you need to create this sweet treat is some dollar store supplies and the special tags I designed (that you can download for FREE here).



15) Breakfast in Bed - Every mom deserves breakfast in bed, and this one is full of love... literally. Check out the details here.



16) Punny Mother's Day gift ideas... with free printable tags that you can download here.



17) Mother's Day Painting - This simple painting is the perfect art project for kids. This colourful canvas is sure to brighten Mom's day. Fin the full instructions here.



18) Mother's Day Pom Pom Bouquet - How cheerful is this yarn pom pom bouquet? It's colourful and fun... and pom pom flowers will never die. 😀 Find the full "how to" here.



19) Button picture frame with FREE download - Moms really are the buttons that hold everything together. Decorate a dollar store frame with buttons, and download the free quote/print here.




However you decide to spend Mother’s Day, I hope you pamper the special mother in your life… because she deserves it. Happy Mother’s Day to all the lovely, hardworking ladies doing their best every day to make the world a better place.

♥
Gina Bell (aka East Coast Mommy)
Find more easy and inexpensive ideas for DIYs and family fun here.
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Easy and Inexpensive EASTER Ideas

Easter is a wonderful time for treats, crafts, and making memories. As a busy mom, I always want to create holiday magic for my family and friends, but I don't want to spend a lot of time and money doing it. So, today I am sharing over 50 EASY and INEXPENSIVE Easter ideas that are guaranteed to make Easter a wonderful holiday in your home.




Click on the titles for links to the details about each project.


(upgraded using dollar store supplies)
















Easter Prize punch 
(made from inexpensive dollar store supplies)



Bunny Bar 
(made from dollar store supplies... in less than 5 minutes)



This Bunny Bar is cute too... and you can download a 
FREE printable "Bunny Bar" sign here.









These are awesome ideas for high end decor on budget!

















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