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Top 5 Pinterest Pins for June 2019

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published date: June 28, 2019
modified datt: June 25,2019

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Top 5 Pinterest Pins for June 2019

What’s trending right now – school, ironically, and summer tips (you all must be home with toddlers!) Take a look at these Air Fryer Recipes, Toddler Tips, Summer Bucket List Ideas, Dorm Room Hacks and Locker Ideas.

Below are some of our top trending pins on Pinterest. I encourage you to pin them for later to your favorite Pinterest boards and make sure you are following Frugal Coupon Living on Pinterest!

Previous Top 5 Pins

Sorry guys, fourth quarter 2018 got away from me!

Inspiring Locker Ideas. Getting ready for middle school? It takes a lot of prep. Share these creative locker ideas and see if you can pick up some items at a local thrift shop. Many people get rid of the no longer needed school item at the end of the school year. Snag them for next year before they are gone. Pin this idea to Pinterest.

Dorm Room Hacks and Tips. Saying good-bye is hard! Have a student headed to college? Share with them these dorm room hacks and tips. How to decorate a wall you can’t paint, how to store kitchen and school supplies in a small space, how to make more room under your bed! Pin this idea to Pinterest.

Air Fryer Recipes for Beginners. Healthy and light for summer, these air fryer recipes are on fire! (well really, they aren’t – they are fried!) Pin this idea to Pinterest.

Visual Summer Bucket List. Some of you have been out of school for a month! It has only been a few weeks for us but already sounds of “I’m bored!” If you are hearing the same echo in your home, look at this summer bucket list for the kids. Pin this idea to Pinterest.

Toddler Hacks and Tips. You must have the toddlers home with you! Take a look at these creative toddler hacks and tips for the kid who wants to everything and do everything on his/her own! Pin this idea to Pinterest.



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Pampers Easy Ups at Sam’s Club

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by Filed Under: Baby, Coupons

published date: June 27, 2019
modified datt: June 27,2019

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Pampers at Sam’s Club. The opinions and text are all mine.

Three of my five kids are potty trained. Well, almost three. We have been working on one…

Potty training is not like jumping on a bike. Every time that I prepare for a new child entering the field of “child meet potty” I have to prep myself. Yes, you guys, this is just as hard for mom! Additionally, each child is unique. Some are smart (disclosure, all my kids are smart) and some are not as over achieving (I will not mention names.) Also, with all three kids, I have done it at a different age, and that makes all the difference!

With my oldest, I potty trained right before she reached the age of two. She did fine. She is/was a type A personality, but there was some verbal communication that would have been nice for her to have. With my second child, I waited until almost 3 and a half. This was not because she wasn’t ready, it was because I wasn’t ready. Having waited, I can say that she got it the quickest of all my children! With the third, he is 2 and a half. Our nanny was ready so inevitably, he had to be ready too. And he has done great, but mastering the skill of #2 has led to some days of constipation for fear of using the potty.

A few tricks I can share are go all in. The day you decide to do it, take off the diaper and don’t turn back. We normally hang around the home naked for a few days. A lot of juice and we set a timer every 20 minutes. If he/she doesn’t go at 20 minutes, then the new timer is 5 minutes until potty is done and we reset to 20 minutes. Going number two, is a bit more challenging. Begin to look for clues in bowel movement behavior. My boy would hide and begin to hold his bottom with his hand. We did a lot of reading on the potty. Often children are going from standing up to sitting down, so knowing how to use the muscles in a new position takes thought.

Rewards. Rewards vary by family and child. Initially, our reward was an M&M for successful potty trips. Because I am a sucker for this blue eyed, blonde haired boy, he got a truck for a successful number 2 on the toilet. He is a smart boy and really struggled with victory over number two (sometimes your kids who over think, over think on the potty too!) This construction truck was his reward! Other reward systems I have done, have been sticker charts. One potty we owned, sang a song every time my child used the potty (that became quickly old, though!)

One of the hardest areas to master with potty training is night. One suggestion I have, is limit drinks before bed. Have the last drinks about 1 to 2 hours before you put your child down. Have your child empty his/her bladder before they go down for the night. With two of my three children, I would remove them from bed at my bed time (normally around 10 or 11) and carry them to the potty. I would not wake them but would whisper in their ear, go potty. I did this for years!

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Pampers Easy Ups Training Underwear have a 360 degree stretchy waistband that moves with your toddler keeping them comfy with a fit that’s just like real underwear! Plus, cute cartoon designs for boys and girls makes potty training fun for your little one!

Visit samsclub.com to take advantage of this great deal on Pampers Easy Ups.

He checked, his Pampers Easy Ups are dry!



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Rainbow Chia Pudding Parfait

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by Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media

published date: June 25, 2019
modified datt: June 25,2019

Who wouldn’t have a smile on their face with this perfect way tot start the day? Organic and natural Rainbow Chia Pudding Parfait made with real fruit!

Rainbow Chia Pudding Parfait

Rainbow Chia Seeds Pudding

Talk about a colorful and happy way to start the day! Who wouldn’t have a smile on their face when this was in front of them. These pudding cups make a fabulous breakfast or snack. Young and old alike will appreciate the colors and flavors of this really pretty, really healthy pudding. This should make even the picky eaters happy.

Try it and see, you’re going to love this!

Rainbow Chia Pudding Parfait Ingredients:

We used these ColorKitchen natural food coloring powders.

Supplies:


Rainbow Chia Pudding Parfait with Fruit

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Rainbow Chia Pudding Parfait

  • Author: Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living
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Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pint of fresh ripe raspberries
  • mandarin oranges
  • 1 banana
  • 2 large kiwis
  • 1 pint of fresh blueberries
  • 1 pint of fresh blackberries
  • 2 cups of chia seeds
  • 4 cups of soy milk (you can use almond or whole milk if preferred)
  • Stevia
  • honey

Instructions

In a medium bowl, mix the chia seeds with the milk, and 2 tablespoons of honey, cover and place in the refrigerator. If the chia pudding is too thick, add a little more milk to thin.

Rinse your raspberries, blackberries and blueberries and lay on paper towels to dry.

Rinse the kiwi, dry with a paper towel. Remove your skin and slice the kiwi into a bowl, and set aside.

Wash the Blueberries, and the blackberries, and place on paper towels to dry.

Remove the pudding from the refrigerator and separate your pudding into six different dishes/bowls to make your six different colors (pink, orange, yellow, green, blue and purple) and flavors.

In your first dish, add half the raspberries to the pudding, sprinkle with a teaspoon of Stevia, and smash them into the chia pudding, turning it bright pink.

In your second dish, place half of the Mandarin oranges in the bowl, sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of Stevia and mash the oranges into the pudding, which will turn the pudding a light orange color.

In the third bowl, mash your pudding, the banana and natural yellow coloring.

In your fourth bowl, mix several slices of kiwi, and mash them into the pudding for a green color.

In your last bowl, add the blackberries, and mash them into the pudding, saving a few blackberries for your toppings.

In the last bowl, mash half the blueberries into the pudding for a blue coloring.

Place the pudding evenly in a larger mason jar, starting with the blueberry, followed by the blackberry, kiwi, banana, orange, and raspberry layers.

Finally, top with raspberries and blackberries, cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Enjoy.

Notes

I use colors from nature to color each layer of chia pudding to add vibrant color. Have that on hand if you want the bright coloring. For the purple layer, I used pink and blue color, mixed with blackberries to make the purple coloring. For the other colors, pink is raspberry, orange is orange fruit, yellow is banana, green is kiwi, blue is blueberry.

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Organic Chia Seeds

Rainbow Chia Pudding Parfait Directions:

Optional: I use colors from nature to color each layer of chia pudding to add vibrant color. Have that on hand if you want the bright coloring. For the purple layer, I used pink and blue color, mixed with blackberries to make the purple coloring. For the other colors, pink is raspberry, orange is orange fruit, yellow is banana, green is kiwi, blue is blueberry.

In a medium bowl, mix the chia seeds with the milk, and 2 tablespoons of honey, cover and place in the refrigerator. If the chia pudding is too thick, add a little more milk to thin.

Rinse your raspberries, blackberries and blueberries and lay on paper towels to dry.

Rinse the kiwi, dry with a paper towel. Remove your skin and slice the kiwi into a bowl, and set aside.

Wash the Blueberries, and the blackberries, and place on paper towels to dry.

Remove the pudding from the refrigerator and separate your pudding into six different dishes/bowls to make your six different colors (pink, orange, yellow, green, blue and purple) and flavors.

In your first dish, add half the raspberries to the pudding, sprinkle with a teaspoon of Stevia, and smash them into the chia pudding, turning it bright pink.

In your second dish, place half of the Mandarin oranges in the bowl, sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of Stevia and mash the oranges into the pudding, which will turn the pudding a light orange color.

In the third bowl, mash your pudding, the banana and natural yellow coloring.

In your fourth bowl, mix several slices of kiwi, and mash them into the pudding for a green color.

In your last bowl, add the blackberries, and mash them into the pudding, saving a few blackberries for your toppings.

In the last bowl, mash half the blueberries into the pudding for a blue coloring.

Place the pudding evenly in a larger mason jar, starting with the blueberry, followed by the blackberry, kiwi, banana, orange, and raspberry layers.

Finally, top with raspberries and blackberries, cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Enjoy.

Natural Chia Pudding Parfait with Fruit


Take a look at our Detox Water Recipes. Pin to Pinterest.

We love these Healthy Smoothie Recipes. Pin to Pinterest.



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Easy Healthy Crockpot Freezer Meals

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by Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media

published date: June 23, 2019
modified datt: June 07,2020

Rushed nights don’t have to be full of calories. These Healthy Crockpot Freezer Meals are freezer friendly dump dinners that are impossible to mess up.  Prep ahead, freeze, and cook.

Healthy Crockpot Freezer Meals

Freezer Healthy Crock-Pot Meals

Have a short window of time on the weekend? Take a look at these make-ahead meals to make the most of your week nights. These Easy Healthy Crockpot Freezer Meals can be prepped in a short period of time and saved for busier night. In order to get the most out of your make ahead, freeze and cook later recipes, it’s important to cook in bulk. You can prep many of these recipes at once (in fact, some of these recipes go to landing pages of many recipes) or you can quadruple any of the recipes and split them up in the the freezer so you have four freezer bags of the same recipe.

The most important thing you can do with your freezer bags is, first, use freezer bags. Don’t think I am joking. More often than not I have picked up a regular Ziploc and ruined the prep. Also, label your meal. (These deep freezer labels are great!) What is it? How much does it serve and the date of when you prepped it – so very important. Organize your deep freezer so you can keep track of newest to the oldest.

Kitchen Hack Freezer Bag Stand

Kitchen Hack: When preparing freezer meals, I highly recommend a freezer bag holder stand.  This cooking gadget is an extra set of hands allowing you to clip the top of your freezer bags into a standing, upright position while you fill them.


Bake and Take Recipes for Meal Trains and Meal Exchanges

Before you begin, don’t forget our Easy Bake and Take Recipes. These recipes and be used for a Girls Night In, or Neighbor Meal Exchange or even a New Baby Recipe idea. Pin to Pinterest.

Slow Cooker Freezer Meals

This slow cooker Butternut Squash Lentil Curry (Sweet Peas and Saffron) is the healthiest comfort food you can find. Plus it’s packed full of protein to keep you full!

Apples? This is a winner. Add this Slow Cooker Pork with Spiced Apples (The Seasoned Mom) to your list of repeats.

Stock your freezer with the easiest, quickest slow cooker meal, Cilantro Lime Chicken (Damn Delicious). Simply drop into the Crock-Pot and you’re set!

Prep 20 freezer meals in 4 hours including this Ginger Peach Chicken (Stockpiling Moms).

This easy Slow Cooker Cashew Chicken (Sweat Pea Chef) is quick to prep, better than takeout, and way healthier for you, too! Perfect for easy weeknight dinner and best of all, it is kid approved!

This freezer Asian Peanut Chicken (Sweet Peas and Saffron) can be assembled ahead and stashed in the freezer until you’re ready to cook it up in the slow cooker or Instant Pot!

Boneless chicken breasts, crushed pineapple, and a secret (easy) sauce make this Crockpot Hawaiian Chicken (Mommy’s Fabulous Finds). See 7 other make ahead slow cooker meals!

Transport yourself to the villas of Tuscany with this tasty Slow Cooker Tuscan White Bean Soup (The Magical Slow Cooker).

Freeze and cook these Cool Ranch Shredded Tacos (The Family Freezer) later. Serve on soft tortillas, rice, or lettuce with your favorite taco toppings.

Tangy with a sweet sauce for broccoli or rice, this Slow Cooker Lemon Pesto Chicken (The Magical Slow Cooker) is a freezer friendly family meal.

Red Lentil Sweet Potato Dahl (Catching Seeds) is an easy and healthy freezer meal made in the Crock-pot with just 8 simple ingredients!

This Crockpot Ginger Chicken with Snow Peas (Family Freezer) is an easy and healthy recipe. Assemble and freeze for a busy weeknight.

Beef Stew with Vegetables (About a Mom) is a tried and true favorite for every family!

This Slow Cooker Lemon Sesame Chicken Noodle Soup (Sweet Peas and Saffron) can be assembled ahead and stored in the fridge or freezer until you’re ready to cook it up!

We love a good curry recipe. Slow Cooker Cauliflower Chicken Curry (Sweat Pea Chef). This delicious recipe is paleo, gluten-free, and healthy, and delicious!


Also take a look at these Family-friendly Sheet Pan Suppers. Pin to Pinterest.

Also save these Warming Winter Meals Using the Slow Cooker. Pin to Pinterest.



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Crab Ham and Cheese Sandwiches for Kids Party

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by Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media, Summer

published date: June 22, 2019
modified datt: June 22,2019

Easy Crab Ham and Cheese Sandwiches for Kids Party. These buttery croissants make the most adorable crustacean for a family dinner or create a tasty party recipe perfect for a beach tablescape.

Crab Sandwiches for Kids Party

So no Beach Parties here but I love to have fun with my sandwiches for the kids, especially the younger kids. It makes dinner fun and also encourages them to eat more. You know, a win-win. One item that I always have on hand in my home, are Candy Eyes. They have so many resourceful uses. We have made endless recipes with them. Sometimes my kids just add them to break and bake cookies. Grab a few. They are cheapest on Amazon.

Perhaps you are making more than just your family’s dinner. If hosting your own celebration, we suggest pairing these sandwiches with our crab cupcakes!  And for more inspiring ideas, see all of our Beach Inspired Party Ideas.

This recipe has your classic ingredients – ham and cheese. We bought pre-made croissants. I suggest getting the jumbo kind. You will need candy eyes and toothpicks and a creative item to stick the eyes. We used mustard but gave you a few other options.

Crab Ham and Cheese Sandwiches Supplies:


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  • Author: Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living
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Ingredients

  • Croissants
  • Ham
  • Cheese
  • Mustard
  • Candy Eyes
  • Tooth Picks
  • Optional: Fondant, peanut butter, honey or white chocolate melts

Instructions

Start by prepping your eyes.  Take two candy eyes and place a dot of mustard on the backs.

Lay toothpicks on the mustard and allow to dry and stick some.*

Slice your croissants to almost the opposite end, but stop slicing so the end of the croissant is still attached.

Add a thin layer of mustard to the bottom layer.

Place your ham & cheese inside the croissant. I like to fold the ham so that you get more than a thin slice when you bite.

If you want melted sandwiches, pre-heat your oven to 350. Lay down parchment paper on a cookie sheet and lay your sandwiches on the tray.

Bake in a pre-heated oven at 350 degrees for 5 to 8 minutes.

Now take your eye toothpicks and poke two into each ham and cheese croissant sandwich. You will want to place the toothpicks at an angle so your candy eyes are are laying back.  Less chance of the candy eyes moving!

Serve & enjoy!

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Crab Ham and Cheese Sandwiches Directions:

Start by prepping your eyes.  Take two candy eyes and place a dot of mustard on the backs.

Lay toothpicks on the mustard and allow to dry and stick some.*

Slice your croissants to almost the opposite end, but stop slicing so the end of the croissant is still attached.

Add a thin layer of mustard to the bottom layer.

Place your ham & cheese inside the croissant. I like to fold the ham so that you get more than a thin slice when you bite.

If you want melted sandwiches, pre-heat your oven to 350. Lay down parchment paper on a cookie sheet and lay your sandwiches on the tray.

Bake in a pre-heated oven at 350 degrees for 5 to 8 minutes.

Now take your eye toothpicks and poke two into each ham and cheese croissant sandwich. You will want to place the toothpicks at an angle so your candy eyes are are laying back.  Less chance of the candy eyes moving!

Serve & enjoy!

*Candy Eye Hack: Other options for getting your eyes to stock to the toothpicks are peanut butter, honey, fondant or melted white chocolate.


Life’s a Beach! Enjoy these Beach Inspired Party Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

Headed to the beach? These Beach Life Hacks and Tips will save your trip! Pin to Pinterest.



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Toy Story Party Ideas

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by Filed Under: Birthday, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media

published date: June 21, 2019
modified datt: August 15,2022

Have a Buzz and Woody fan at home? These low-cost Toy Story Party Ideas, birthday decorations, easy recipes and more create the most memorable celebration!  

Can you recall the first time you saw Toy Story? You want to know something terrible, I can’t. I know I was in 8th grade and age 14, but I don’t recall seeing it for the first time. I do, however, recall this movie and these characters being apart of my life – like for a long time. I can tell you my favorite scenes, I can recite quotes and embed them into my every day jargon, and I can surely inspire my kids when it comes to dressing up for Halloween (did you see our family costume?) or getting ready for Toy Story 4.

Since I had the twins in 2017, Buzz and Woody have taken on an entirely new meaning. I love dressing the boys alike but I also love allowing them to be their own unique self (as long as it coordinates – right, mamas?!) In an effort to prepare for their next birthday party, I put together these creative Toy Story Birthday Party Ideas.

Toy Story Party Ideas

We’ve put together some of the best DIY Toy Story Birthday Party ideas. These include party favors, DIY birthday party decorations, low-cost party food and more.

Reach for the stars with Woody, fly to infinity and beyond with Buzz, spy on party goers with the sergeant and his army men… whatever it is that inspires your Toy Story inner child, these toy story party ideas will help you create the most perfect and memorable celebration!

Let’s get started!

Party Games

First, you can’t have a party without Toy Story Games and Entertainment!

Toy Story Party Games

Do you love Toy Story games? Also take a look at these  Toy Inspired Party Games. Ten party games for kids including party games directions and supply list. Set also comes with Snake in my Boot Toy Story Cupcake Toppers and To Infinity & Beyond Straw Toppers! Pin to Pinterest.

Toy Themed Birthday Party Games PDF

Toy Story Birthday Party Printables

Be sure to make these Woody snake in my boot pudding cups with free printables. This recipe is easy and best of all it’s individual. You can give anyone a pudding cup with a slice of Toy Story cake for an easy dessert idea.

Need a good party drink. This recipe is very easy and quick incorporates your favorite astronaut into the party. Serve these tasty Buzz Lightyear Floats with free straw topper printable.

I found the jackpot of printable – save these Drawing from Andy’s Bedroom.  Hang them on a rope with clothes pins or tape them to the side of moving boxes and label your boxes at “Andy’s Room!” It makes easy birthday party decorations for your little guy and gal. | Pixar Planet Forums

I love when someone cares about you enough to offer free Toy Story printables, right? Take a look at these Toy Story Party photo booth props. They will add excitment to all your birhtday party photo ideas. | Merriment Design

Toy Story Party Food

So easy. Mr. or Mrs. Potato Head cantaloupe fruit bowls for Toy Story themed birthday party. Fill with a fruit salad and add to the dessert table with whipped cream. | Source Unknown.

Easy peasy alien JELL-O cups. Grab candy eyes and make a really cute birthday party food everyone is ready to dig a spoon into! | The Trophy Wife

Get creative with your treats and now you name each of your foods. I am fairly confident that potato chips and cheese balls are a birthday party staple. Can I get an Amen. Get encouraged by the tablescape at this Toy Story Party. | Dream Makers Party in Orlando (no longer available.)

Toy Story Birthday Party Décor

Party decor is a must and you can’ do little nods to the original Disney movie without breaking the bank. In fact, no Toy Story Party is complete without sergeant and his green army men sneaking down from the second floor to get a peak at the new toys.

It’s all in the details. For your Toy Story The Claw Decor, make this arcade machine claw! Grab aluminum foil, cardboard and a few craft supplies. this would be cute for over the eating table.| The Suburban Mom

Get festive with a Toy Story Fabric Bunting. These are adorable and make a fun toy story backdrop for a party wall where you want photos to take place! I love all these bright colors! If you don’t’ want to buy, I get it’s a very easy DIY garland. Just run to Jo-Anne Fabrics or your local craft store. A few nights in front of the TV and you are done with your low-cost party decor.

Spell out the birthday boy’s (girl’s) name with Toy ABC Story Blocks. | I had trouble finding the source of these boxes, but I found a great tutorial on YouTube.

Get this free welcome door sign and make this easy wreath craft to welcome your guest. You can personalize for your child! Plus all you need is a printer and grapevine wreath from your local Dollar Store. | Merriment Design

Don’t forget the little details like a moving box packed with toys. This is an awesome Toy Story party idea if you are a true fan! Gather all your child’s toys and dump in a box labeled college. Man this photo might drop a few tears when that 18th birthday arrives.  | Top It Off Designs on Instagram

Grab a Hamm pig or piggy bank and lay chocolate coins around him. Not only do these coins add some cute party decor but they can also be used as Toy Birthday party favors. Or trade the coins in for some fun things during the party games – they could be fun prizes! | Styling the Moment (no longer available.)

Toy Story Birthday Party Invitations

Save money with these toy story party invitations. Download your free Toy Story Party Invitation and fill in the rest – who, what, when and where! | Kids Party Invites (or get a personalized invitation on Etsy.)

Toy Story Party Favors

You could make personal pizzas and give everyone their own Pizza Planet Box! (No longer available – look on Etsy for more.) It’s also an easy way to serve each of your birthday party guests dinner – who doesn’t love pizza?!

Thank you guests for attending with these free Toy Story printable gift tags – tie to a cute Toy Story Pez Dispenser. Add a litle message or note for a quick and easy party favor. | The Suburban Mom

Party guests will love this party favor that pairs as cute party decorations. Every cowboy need a horse! How precious are these Bullseye Stick Horses? (No longer available.)

Use the toy story colors for this Toy Story Themed Party Favor. Andy is turning 4 – personalized to your child! How cute are these Toy Story bubble wraps? Pick up a bulk count of bubble here. or visit The Dollar Tree. If you are going with a bubble them, make sure you turn on a bubble machine for loads of soapy fun! | Carefree Blonde (no longer available.)

Toy Story Party Outfits

Announce the reason for celebration with a Birthday Story Shirt.

This shirt is no longer available. See more personalized Toy Story Birthday T-Shirts.

Grab your family and dress up like the whole gang. If your family is dressing up, take a look at our Toy Story Family Halloween Costume! I was Jessie and each of my family members gave a little nod to the characters. We had Hamm the pig, stretch dog, Woody, Buzz Lightyear, the aliens and my husband who would rather not dress up as much – wearing a toy story shirt! If I was officially on it, he would have been one of those inflatable rex costumes – just classic!


For the Christmas season, check out our Elf on the Shelf Toy Story Ideas! Pin to Pinterest.

Looking for more party games? In addition to the Toy Story Party Games, also enjoy these 50+ Party Games for Kids.

Be there on the double with these Paw Patrol Party Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

See our Pokemon Party Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

Also enjoy this list of Star Wars Party Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.



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Reasons the Elf on the Shelf Didn’t Move

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by Filed Under: Christmas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, The Elf on the Shelf Ideas

published date: June 21, 2019
modified datt: July 03,2019

Are you following all our Elf on the Shelf Ideas? We have plenty of creative elf ideas for the holiday season, but sometimes the worst happens – Elf on the Shelf Didn’t Move. Take a look at these 25 reasons your elf lost magic!

Elf on the Shelf Didn’t Move!

Reasons Elf on the Shelf Didn't Move

It is inevitable. Even with hundreds of Elf on the Shelf Ideas floating in your head, you forget. One morning, your child will wake you up upset because that funny Elf on a Shelf is in the same spot as when he or she went to bed. That Elf sometimes gets lazy, distracted and completely unaware of what he is supposed to do, right?

It happens! Don’t worry mom.


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Before you make your next move, go to your phone. On your calendar, set an alarm or reminder for the next x-number of days. Remind yourself each evening with a simple acronym EOTS. I used to set mine for 10 PM, but as my kid population increased, my reminder is now 9:30 PM. I need sleep too.

Next, study these 25 Elf on the Shelf Ideas your Elf didn’t move. You need to be prepared with a quick answer. Many of these reasons are very reasonable! If elf just lost his magic, be sure to use this Magic Gripper Elf on the Shelf printable to move him!

Elf on Shelf Ideas – Your Elf Didn’t Move!

So what are we to tell the kids when this happens? Do you have some ready made reasons?

Here are 25 solid ones that are completely factual about our little Elf on a Shelf:

1) He’s Tired or Sick. Be sure to “doctor” him back to health before relocation, drop him some medicine and maybe a band-aid.

2) It’s a Trick – He moved and came back to the same spot! He really likes this spot. Don’t you notice how his leg is a little different?

3) He Fell Asleep Waiting on You to Fall Asleep. Be sure to make sure you in bed on time.

4) He’s Teleworking Today. This is an important skill for Elves as they get older.

5) FAA Grounded All Elves due to Storms. This is a good time to turn on the Weather Channel.

6) He Sprained His Ankle. Place and ace bandage and some Advil beside him.

7) He Heard You Turn Over In Bed Last Night. He thought you were getting up and froze!

8) He Stayed Up Late Watching The Weather Channel (For the North Pole) and got Distracted. Again, this is a good time to turn on the weather channel.

9) He is stuck! Make sure you save him and get him loose, leave some ropes or a ladder. You could also use the Elf on the Shelf Magic Grippers (free printable!)

10) He ate too much and did not feel like moving. Drop off some Pepto-Bismol and maybe some Saltines.

11) It is my fault. I got up to use the bathroom and I bet he stayed put because of it. Apologize to the kids and promise to be quieter tonight.

12) Our dog (cat, etc) kept on moving and would not give him room to move. When all else goes wrong, blaming the pet always works.

13) He is on North Pole time. He still might move. Move Elf after the kids go to school.

14) He had jet lag. He had to visit the North Pole twice last night.  Give him a pen and paper so he can take notes. This will prevent him for having to go to the NP twice for forgetting to share information with Santa.

15) He couldn’t leave because of an Elf traffic Jam. Tonight, half the elves will visit Santa while the other half stay behind until the can clear the transport holes.

16) It is a super special Elf Holiday! Do something special for elf. He loves balloons, streamers, cookies, anything that celebrates his Elf Holiday.

17) Elf had a gift wrapping party with the other elves and forgot to move places when he came back. While the kids are not looking, place remnants of wrapping paper around the house for you, or them, to uncover.

18) It was a test to see if you are paying attention. You pass!

19) He sent the message to the North Pole via federal express. He was tired. Give him a blanket and pillow.

20) He sent the message with a friend’s Elf so he didn’t have to travel. That’s friendship!

21) You stayed up too late! Did you fall asleep right away? We’re you talking?

22) He wanted to move but the eggnog was weighing him down.  Again, drop off some Pepto-Bismol and maybe some Saltines.

23) He did move…but only a few inches. Look, can’t you see?!

24) His Christmas Spirit must be low! Can we sing to him to boost him back up? Even elves get down now and then!

25) Santa gave him the day off for being such a good elf! Give him a star and let him know how proud you are of him.

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Spark joy with these winning organizational printables for kids and adults. Make your life easier with checklists, menu plants, creative to do lists, and twists on the modern chore chart!

Organizational Printables for Kids and Parents

The key to making things run in our home of seven, is staying organized. I have years of teaching to thank for that. Binders, command centers, checklists and more, we have a plethora of ides and free printables to help kids and adults get organized!

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When printing, I prefer to use print services like Staples. It saves on my ink and paper needs and I can pick it up from the store. Print in bulk for items that you might need printed often (grocery lists) and have items laminated to reuse over and over for items like daily checklists!


Listen, this busy mom binder has everything you need all in one place – I am not kidding! Quote form Kimberly ” Oh my goodness! This makes my mama heart so happy. After every page I thought “this is perfect, I wish it had xyz”… and then it showed up! 😱”

We couldn’t find this printable, so we had to make it (for you and us!) Print on cardstock and either laminate or have many of these Post-It Notes Downloads (Goal and To Do Lists).  Use sticky notes and take on and off as assignments are complete. These are made for 3″ x 3″ Post-It Notes. Add to your family command center or office.

The computer and tablet (no phones yet!) have over taken our home. These Kid Incentives Child Screen Time Tickets are printables for helping you resolve screen time. Tickets for 5 to 60 minutes. Combine tickets for more!

Moving across the country was a a nightmare. Moving to a house next door, possibly less of a nightmare, except that I was extremely pregnant. This Printable Moving Binder was made from my own lessons to help you with your next move. Staying organized is so key. Also study our Moving Hacks and Tips.

Savings Tacker Printable for Kids

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Working on a bedtime routine? This Bedtime Checklist is perfect for little kids into establishing a schedule and expectations.

Too much stuff? Take this 31 Day Home Declutter Checklist Challenge!

Sail away. This Disney Cruise Planner and Checklist will help you on your next mickey vacation on the high seas.

Taking a photo of my babies each month was a must in their first year. Save this Monthly Milestone Printables for boys and girls. Also get inspired by these Monthly Baby Photo Ideas.

Take on the 52 Week Savings Challenge – you will be saving more than this printable.

Busy Mom Hacks and Tips - Do Not Forget Door Sign

Don’t forget again. Download this Do Not Forget Busy Mom Hack Door Sign printable.

With each additional child, I become the worst when it comes to a babysitter. The Baby Sitter Notes Organization Sheet (Mortiz Fine Designs) is such a quick and simple way make sure both you and your baby sitter are well prepared. No more relying on the kids to relay information or texts from the sitter asking a million questions.

We have a note for babysitter too in our Busy Mom Binder.

Twist up the modern chore chart! Mary has a very creative system for saving money on lawn work or housework. She has a jar with chores and their cost on a stick. Kids can take advantage of this Jar of Job Opportunities (Creating Mary’s Home) for allowance. Genius and this system saves her family hundreds!

What’s for dinner? Eliminate the panic with this Meal Planning and Grocery Shopping free printable (Keys to Inspiration). Stay organized planning your family’s needs.

Get organized with this Big Goal Planner and Organizer.

Don’t just send the kids to clean their room, instruction them how with this How to Clean Your Room Printable (Thirty Handmade Days).

The biggest gift I will give you this Christmas is this full list of Elf on the Shelf printables. It completely makes those last minute ideas, easy. Save to your Pinterest Elf or Christmas Boards for later! Write me in December to thank you (wink!)

“How was your day” …. “Fine!” Does the same conversation take place in your home. Have an ulterior motive for this Year in Color Calendar (A Girl and a Glue Gun). Get insight to your child’s day without a word. It’s a great starting point for discussion.

One of my favorite printables is this Tic Tac To-Do List Printable (Design Eat Repeat). If  you need motivation to complete assignments, at least it can be a game. Perfect for kids and adults!

Keep the weekday morning simple with these Days of the Week Tags (Living Locurto) used to create outfits over the weekend. This is great for kids ages preschool to high school. You can involve yourself when they are younger and step back when they are older.

As adults and parents, our job is to create future adults. Teach kids to organize by labeling their toy bins or dresser drawers. Organize kids clothes with these Dresser and Drawer Printables (Then Handmade Home).

My sweet girl has been packing her lunch, only realize did I realize it was full of “snacks” and “treats”. This Printable School Lunch Menu (I Heart Naptime) helped us organize her lunch making sure important food groups were included like meat (a protein)!

Google classroom to Roblox, my kids are gaining as many passwords as I have. Organize passwords with this Free Printable Password Organizer (Freebie Finding Mom).

You guys, Mary  has this whole parenting thing down. As a mother of four, she knows how to involve her kids.  Save this list of After Dinner Jobs (Creating Mary’s Home).  No more arguing over who does what.

Schools out for summer! Avoid “I’m bored” and keep the kids organized with this Summer Weekly Plan (Mortiz Fine Designs). Chill, create, craft, cook, care! Don’t forget our list of Summer Bucket Ideas for the Kids.

Toys don’t clean themselves. Clean up the playroom with these Printable Toy Bin Labels (The Blesser House) and know where everything goes. Everyone can do their share.


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