Archives for April 2018

Summer Boredom Busters

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May 28, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, Summer

No more moans of “I’m bored mom” when you prepare for your summer with these Summer Boredom Busters and Activities for Kids!

Summer Boredom Busters

How does your summer look? Are your kids at camp daily from 8 to 5, do you tend to travel a lot, or are the kids home and mom is often trying to fill her schedule with activities. We came up with some of the most creative Summer Boredom Busters for mom and the kids. Consider putting a new idea on the calendar every week day for the next 4 weeks. Hopefully these creative ideas will also lead you to more craft adventures, ideas of other ways you can have fun outside or requests of “mom, can we do that again?”

Enjoy your summer!

Before you get started, make sure you look at our No Bummer Summer Summer Boredom Busters Set. This set includes indoor and outdoor games for rainy and sunny days. Perfect for large and small groups. Enjoy a Stay at Home Vacation Stay-cation bundle and two creative summer bucket lists to form new family traditions and memories. Twenty-two pages of a fun summer printables.

Twenty-Two Page No Bummer Summer Set

Summer Boredom Busters

This is a pretty cool and unique craft. For a former teacher that has seen a lot, I have not seen this one. Colorful Zentangle Art: an Easy Aluminum Foil Kids Project! | Lets Lasso the Moon

Catch the sun with these tissue paper suncatchers craft! | Kids Craft Room

Get crafty! Create a town and roadway with sidewalk chalk! | B-Inspired Mama

Build a Nerf Play Zone. Enough Said. | Toddler Approved

These lightning bugs are super cute and easy to make with leftover plastic Easter eggs. | Joanns

Boys will be boys and this is the perfect summer boredom buster! Muddy Trucks and Car Wash. | Busy Toddler

Make giant bubbles – much easier than you think! | Lindsay and Andrew

Get crafty and creative – DIY Birdfeeder from an Orange! | Made with Happy

Head to the garage and pick up some nuts and bolts for this Robot Play Dough activity. | Fantastic Fun and Learning

We are off to the races, the Soap Boat Races! | I Heart Naptime

Go on a color scavenger hunt! | I Heart Crafty Things

Grab some yarn and work on some finger knitting! This tutorial is great for beginners. We did this recently and found some colorful yarn patterns on Amazon. | Happy Homeschool Nest

Also get creative with this cardboard roll snake knitting tutorial. | Repeat Crafter Me

Your yarn can turn into craft stick yarn dolls. We thought these mini googly eyes were cute too! | Happy Hooligans

Turn your collection of sea shells into a windchime! | Indulgy

Upcycle your paper plates and toilet paper rolls and make these cute colorful paper plate dinosaurs. Note: These Do A Dot Art Markers were perfect for my kids growing up. | Toddler Approved

Go for a walk and have an ABC Scanvenger Hunt! We love this cut out paper plate. | A Girl and a Glue Gun

Create a boat race with a pool noodle, pencil and duct tape! | See Vanessa Craft

Getting ready to enjoy some time outside. Enjoy these Fun Summer Ideas for Kids. Pin to Pinterest.

Also get ready for some warmer days with this Summer Bucket List – Pin to Pinterest.

Don’t forget Spring Break with these 20 Creative Ways to Enjoy a Spring Break Staycation. Pin to Pinterest.

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Last Updated on May 28, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living

Artist Paint Palette Cookies plus Bonus Printable Gift Tag

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July 5, 2019 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Back to School, Crafts, DIY, Education, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media

Adorable Artist Paint Palette Cookies with free printable gift tag – Thank you for coloring my world! Sweet treat idea and thank you for a teacher or use as a birthday party favor. So many ideas for your little artist!

Artist Paint Palette Cookies with Gift Tag

We have the cutest, most easiest cookies for your little artist! First, this recipe requires no baking, just pick up sugar cookies at your local grocery store. Of course if you want a yummy sugar cookie recipe, we have one of those too! You will need some black Licorice Twizzlers Twists. If you have trouble finding those, we found some online. This will make the bristle of the brush and Air Heads will make your paint brush stick.

We also put together a sweet “thank you for coloring my world” gift tag. This free printable makes a sweet end of the year gift for a teacher or perhaps use as a birthday party favor for an artist paint birthday party!

Artist Paint Palette Cupcakes

Ingredients:

8 Sugar Cookies, prepared
1 Container White Frosting
1 Piece Black Licorice Twist
2 Orange Airheads Candy
2 Cherry Airheads Candy
1 White Mystery Airheads Candy
Food Coloring—red, orange, yellow, green blue
Frosting Piping Bags

Directions:

Take each orange and cherry Airheads candy and cut them in half. Cut each of the halves in half lengthwise so you now have 4 pieces of each flavor. Roll each piece into a paintbrush shape.
Cut ½” pieces of the black licorice. Slice each one open so it isn’t a tube shape. Lay each piece out and cut them each in half. Lay one piece of licorice over the end of each paintbrush.
Cut small thin rectangular pieces of the white Airheads candy. Wrap one of these around the seam where the licorice is laying on the paintbrush. Make sure you wrap them tight, so the paintbrush and licorice bristles don’t come apart.
Divide the frosting into 5 small bowls and color each frosting bowl a different color. You can put each color frosting into a small plastic bag for piping if you choose to, or just use a knife to dollop.
Cut out a small hole in the bottom half of each cookie so it looks like the hole on a paint board palette.
Pipe a dot of each color frosting along the top half edge of each cookie.
Use a dot of frosting to attach a paintbrush on top each cookie.
These little paint palettes are cute and easy to make for any party!

Artist Paint Palette Cookies plus Bonus Printable Gift Tag

Author: Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living

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Ingredients

Scale

8 Sugar Cookies, prepared
1 Container White Frosting
1 Piece Black Licorice Twist
2 Orange Airheads Candy
2 Cherry Airheads Candy
1 White Mystery Airheads Candy
Food Coloring—red, orange, yellow, green blue

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Instructions

Take each orange and cherry Airheads candy and cut them in half. Cut each of the halves in half lengthwise so you now have 4 pieces of each flavor. Roll each piece into a paintbrush shape.
Cut ½” pieces of the black licorice. Slice each one open so it isn’t a tube shape. Lay each piece out and cut them each in half. Lay one piece of licorice over the end of each paintbrush.
Cut small thin rectangular pieces of the white Airheads candy. Wrap one of these around the seam where the licorice is laying on the paintbrush. Make sure you wrap them tight, so the paintbrush and licorice bristles don’t come apart.
Divide the frosting into 5 small bowls and color each frosting bowl a different color. You can put each color frosting into a small plastic bag for piping if you choose to, or just use a knife to dollop.
Cut out a small hole in the bottom half of each cookie so it looks like the hole on a paint board palette.
Pipe a dot of each color frosting along the top half edge of each cookie.
Use a dot of frosting to attach a paintbrush on top each cookie.
These little paint palettes are cute and easy to make for any party!

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Adorable Artist Paint Palette Cookies with free printable gift tag - Thank you for coloring my world! Sweet treat idea and thank you for a teacher or use as a birthday party favor.

Gifting something to a teacher? Take a look at this Thanks a Latte Printable Gift Tag. Pin to Pinterest.

Looking to craft? We love these Paint Chip Crafts. Pin to Pinterest.

Also take a look at these Family Game Night Snack Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

Last Updated on July 5, 2019 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living

Frugal Fashion Friday Denim on Denim Outfit

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September 10, 2018 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Amazon, Amazon Clothes, Facebook, Fashion, Frugal Fashion, Frugal Fashion Friday, Instagram, Nordstrom Clothes, Online Shopping, Pinterest, Social Media

It’s another Frugal Fashion Friday. This week we focus on a Denim on Denim Outfit for the Spring. Jean jacket, distressed jeans and more!

Frugal Fashion Friday Denim on Denim Outfit

Hello there, we missed you! We took a four month hiatus from our Frugal Fashion Friday. Why the vacation? Well I had twins that almost doubled my kids! That is right, this family of five turned to a family of seven in a matter of moments and it was all I could do to stay afloat on the blog.

This week, we wanted to focus on spring by creating a Denim on Denim outfit – hope you like it!

Frugal Fashion Friday Denim on Denim Outfit

Pink Crew Neck Tee

Light Wash Denim Jacket

Distressed Denim Jeans

Gray Baseball Cap

Kate Spade Blue Gingham Backpack

Gray Nike Sneakers

Tip: Before you shop, take a look at Raise.com. Raise is an awesome site that helps save money when buying supplies by buying people’s gift cards they don’t want at a percent off. It is were I pick up all my Nordstrom gift cards. You can save up to 30% off electronic gift cards and use them as soon as you buy. You get $5 off your first order and they frequently send coupon codes to your email for an extra percent off certain stores. All orders are covered by Raise’s 1 Year Money-Back Guarantee.

Don’t forget this Frugal Fashion Friday Outfit, the White Shorts Outfit. Pin to Pinterest.

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Frugal Fashion Friday Outfits

the Christmas Dress Outfit – Pin It
the Red Velvet Christmas Outfit – Pin it
the Christmas Morning Family Pajamas – Pin It
the Black and Tan Suede Skirt Outfit – Pin It
the Fall Sweater Dress Outfit – Pin It
the Suede Skirt Fall Fashion – Pin It
the Edgy Fall Fashion – Pin It
the Relaxed Weekend Loungewear – Pin It
the Fur Vest Fall Fashion Outfit – Pin It
the Cranberry and Black Fall Fashion Outfit – Pin It
the Pumpkin Patch Halloween Outfit – Pin It
the Cozy and Comfy Fall Outfit – Pin It
the Relaxed Boatneck Sweater Outfit – Pin It
the Apple Picking Fall Fashion Outfit – Pin It
the Relaxed Halloween Outfit – Pin It
the Southern Tailgating Outfit – Pin It
the Purple Fall Outfit – Pin It
the Fall Tailgating Outfit – Pin It
the Football Tailgating Outfit – Pin It
the Geoometric Oversized Sweater Outfit – Pin It
the Morning Drop-Off Outfit – Pin It
the Joanna Gaines Inspired Outfit – Pin It
the Plane Outfit for Travel – Pin It

Last Updated on September 10, 2018 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living

Matching Father and Son Tees from $12.61 for Father’s Day

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April 26, 2018 by FCL Filed Under: Fashion, Online Shopping

Matching shirts for parents and children are adorable, and father and son tees make a great gift idea. Today, we have some super cute Matching Father and Son Tees from $12.61 for Father’s Day.

These matching shirts crack me up and would be perfect for dads who love music! Get The Original and The Remix Shirts for as low $24 for kids and $28 for adults.

How cute are these Pilot and Co-Pilot matching tees?? The sentiment is totally true! And, if you happen to know a dad who is an actual airline pilot, this is a must-have! These are priced as low as $12.61 for kids and as low as $13.86 for adults.

Are you a big Star Wars fan?? Then you need these awesome I Am Your Father and You Are My Father matching tees in your life! You can get both tees for as low as $36.

How many of you love the movie Top Gun?? You will love these matching Maverick and Goose tees! These are priced as low as $29.95 for kids and adults.

These Battery Power matching tees crack me up because they are so true – parents never have energy while kids have unending energy! Get these for as low as $12.61 for kids and $13.89 for adults.

And, if your family is big into sports, you’ll love these Player 01 and Player 02 matching tees. Get this set for just $29.99.

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Last Updated on April 26, 2018 by FCL

Standout Earrings from $11.69 and other Etsy Finds

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April 24, 2018 by FCL Filed Under: Fashion, Online Shopping

Want a trendy new pair of earrings for yourself? Or, are you looking for a great Mother’s Day gift idea? Today, we have Standout Earrings from $11.69 and other Etsy Finds, some of which are totally different than anything you’ve seen!

If you like geometric shapes, you’ll love these Gold Mixed Geo Statement Earrings. These are priced at $11.69.

I am obsessed with filigree patterns, so I totally love these Vintage Inspired Lace Filigree Earrings. Grab these for $15.95.

Do you love the color blue? These Boho Blue Opal Tassel Earrings are super trendy and have a mermaid kind of vibe to them. If you prefer another color, you can get these in purple and white as well. These are priced at $38.

If you love the boho look, these tassel fan earrings are a must-have! Get these Boho Tassel Fan Earrings for $38 as well.

I have never seen anything like these Wood and Plastic Geometric Earrings, and if you love having your own style, these are a must for you. These earrings are priced at $48.

These Long Black and Copper Earrings are a unique pair as well, something I’m sure none of your friends own. These start in price as low as $28.51.

WHAT’S TRENDING? Looking for a few engaging activities? Grab Minute to Win it Games – Traditional, Holiday, Group, and more! Use these fun activities in the office, classroom, or at your next birthday party.

Chalkboard Art and Hand Lettering Tutorials

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June 25, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media

Looking to master the art of hand lettering? Try your hand at these hand lettering design ideas! We’ve rounded up some of the best and most popular Chalkboard Art and Hand Lettering Tutorials for beginners and those who desire the skill of script. Happy writing!

Chalkboard Art and Hand Lettering Tutorials

I happen to be stuck between Gen X and Millennials. That put me right between the transition from paper and pencil writing to the more recent heavy reliance on technology. So in school, I learned penmanship and handwriting, but after college I only rarely picked up a pencil or pen — my handwriting skills went out the window!

Everything went through email, Word, PowerPoint and every other form of technology possible. I feel like it’s reached a new level in recent years. In all honesty, I go days without picking up a pen, and I know I can’t be alone!

With all that being said, my handwriting is awful. I mean, it looks super juvenile. Maybe even worse. Just like my fourth grade cursive class, I had to re-learn the talent of script and handwriting. In an effort to improve my general handwriting, I came across the art of hand lettering design — and fell in love!

Hand Lettering Tutorials for Beginners

These hand lettering tutorials are perfect for beginners. You will be impressed on how quickly you too can create some amazing hand lettering all by yourself! Hand lettering skills are the perfect tool to have in your crafting arsenal. Hand lettering design looks amazing on chalkboard art, DIY crafts, and so much more.

What’s the best brush pen for hand lettering practice?

After a lot of research, I discovered the most popular brush for hand lettering design is the Tombow Dual Brush Pen Set. They offer different prices, colors, and quantity options, so there is something for everyone’s hand lettering needs. Just check out the reviews — 5 stars across the board!

Hand Lettering Fonts and Ideas

Let’s kick things off with all the basics of hand lettering! Take a look at this Hand Lettering 101 — the best tips to “fake” calligraphy. This blog is full of amazing tricks and tutorials. | The Child at Heart Blog

Of course, we had to include some wisdom from the decor queen herself — Joanna Gaines! Check out her Secret to Chalkboard Calligraphy Tutorial. | Magnolia Market

I found this tutorial super helpful for hand lettering practice. When you are pulling your pen or brush down the page, push down really hard to make that stroke thick. When you are going up the page, make the stroke thinner and lighter with less pressure! | Child at Heart

Here is another lettering printable to practice the names of the months on the iPad or with your favorite lettering brushes. The goal is to practice two different types of fonts and mix them together to create beautiful titles. This is great for a DIY calendar! | Life is Messy and Brilliant

Follow this 7-Step Plan to Become a Lettering Expert! | Creative Market

Practice all of the letters of the alphabet with this brush hand lettering tutorial. Download your Free Hand Lettering Practice Sheets! | Kelly Sugar Crafts

Try out these 6 different hand lettering fonts with this Noel practice sheet! | Lemon Thistle

This is such an easy tutorial on Chalk Art. I had no idea it could be so easy for a beginner like me! No special skills are required to get started with this one. | Blesser House

These bounce lettering worksheets include the words spring, flowers and ice cream. When you download them you’ll have one worksheet for each word. Perfect hand lettering practice for spring! | Brittany Luiz

Check out this amateur’s guide to Chalk Lettering — Tips, Ideas, and Techniques. It shows you how to practice tall, short, feet, no feet, thick, thin, and more styles of lettering! | The Happy Tulip

Want to enjoy the beauty of hand lettering without picking up a pen? Download our hand lettering poster with an inspirational quote for kids! Easy as click, click, click, add to cart, buy! | Frugal Coupon Living

This is a genius way to map out your Chalk Art and look like a pro. The grid ensures your lettering stays even. | Ella Claire Inspired

How cute and unique is this font? Check out Showcase’s Curly Q Alphabet Font Tutorial to learn how to do it yourself! | Showcase

You’ll want to keep these Chalkboard Art Tips and Tricks in your arsenal. | Neat House Sweet Home

I was able to meet this blogger at a conference this past summer! Not only does she have an incredible book, Hand Lettering for Relaxation, she also has a quick tutorial on her blog on Basic Hand Lettering. | One Artsy Mama

Use graphite to stencil your Chalkboard Art. | The Wedding of My Dreams

You can use the same stencil technique in Sincerely Sara D.’s tutorial to make your chalkboard lettering look perfect every time. | Sincerely Sara D.

Get your brush calligraphy practice on with these double-letter practice sheets! | By Dawn Nicole

Print off the free brush pen drills worksheet included in this post as many times as you need to in order to help you to improve your brush pen calligraphy! | The Postman’s Knock

Need a comprehensive guide to master your chalk stills? This tutorial tells you everything you need to know to get started with Chalkboard Art. | Clean and Scentsible

Got a month to dedicate to your brush skills? Take on the 30 Days to Better Brush Calligraphy Challenge! There’s thirty days of Free Brush Calligraphy Worksheets and Videos to help you grow your skills with daily practice! | By Dawn Nicole

Got the crafting bug? Check out our list of Cricut Freebies. Pin to Pinterest.

Learn How to create a list of fonts with a font catalog! Pin to Pinterest.

Last Updated on June 25, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living

Skinny Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

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March 29, 2019 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media

Buffalo Cauliflower Bites Recipe. A homemade skinny snack with buffalo sauce for the win!

Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

One of our biggest secrets in our home is cauliflower. I have made rice cauliflower, mashed potatoes cauliflower, and now buffalo cauliflower! Not only does cauliflower aid in weight loss (as it is a better choice over many alternatives) it also is a good source of vitamin C, vitamin K, and has cancer-fighting compounds known as glucosinolates. This recipes is easy to prep and takes under 30 minutes to make from start to finish. Enjoy!

Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

Ingredients:

1 large head of cauliflower, cut into chunks
1/2 cup almond flour
1/2 cup water
1 tsp. garlic powder
salt & pepper to taste
1 cup Franks Redhot Sauce

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and spray and baking sheet with non stick cooking spray.
Combine the water, almond flour and garlic powder. Add in the cauliflower chunks and stir the mixture to coat the cauliflower.
Spread on the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until tender/forkable.
Remove from the oven and toss in the hot sauce.
Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side.

Buffalo Cauliflower

Author: Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living

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Buffalo Cauliflower Bites Recipe. A homemade skinny snack with buffalo sauce for the win!

Ingredients

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1 large head of cauliflower, cut into chunks
1/2 cup almond flour
1/2 cup water
1 tsp. garlic powder
salt & pepper to taste
1 cup Franks Redhot Sauce

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and spray and baking sheet with non stick cooking spray.
Combine the water, almond flour and garlic powder. Add in the cauliflower chunks and stir the mixture to coat the cauliflower.
Spread on the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until tender/forkable.
Remove from the oven and toss in the hot sauce.
Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side.

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We also love this Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip – Enjoy! Pin to Pinterest.

Also take a look at these Fabulous Wing Recipes. Pin to Pinterest.

Last Updated on March 29, 2019 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living

Outdoor Decor from $15 and other Etsy Finds

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April 19, 2018 by FCL Filed Under: Online Shopping

I’m starting to look for things I can use to spruce up the outside of my house without spending a lot, and I’m loving this Outdoor Decor from $15 and other Etsy Finds.

I love wind chimes, and these cute and colorful Glass Pyramid Wind Chimes are perfect for hanging outside a window or in your garden. These are priced as low as $19.99.

Are you growing herbs this year and looking for a way to mark each one in your garden? You need this set of 6 Handstamped Herb Garden Markers. You can get each set for $20.

I’ve been wanting to string lights on my deck, and I just love these cute Craftsman Bungalow Patio String Lights. These are priced at $15.

Like feeding birds or know someone who does? This unique Blue and Copper Wine Bottle Bird Feeder is fun, colorful addition to any yard. Get this for as low as $24.99.

Enjoy a glass of wine after work outside on your deck and patio with this really neat Outdoor Wine Table that holds two wine glasses and a bottle of wine. This is priced as low as $42.

Have you been wanting to get a new doormat for spring and summer? This Personalized Summer Floral Doormat is the perfect option. Get this for as low as $50.

WHAT’S TRENDING? Looking for a few engaging activities? Grab Minute to Win it Games – Traditional, Holiday, Group, and more! Use these fun activities in the office, classroom, or at your next birthday party.