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Visual Summer Bucket List for Kids

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

Need some inspiration to keep the kids busy this summer? Check out our Visual Summer Bucket List for Kids on Frugal Coupon Living! Creative ideas and crafts for endless fun while school is out and tons of bucket list items to check off!

Visual Summer Bucket List for Kids

The days are getting warmer, kids are getting restless, and everyone is ready for that last school bell to ring! I’ve searched the internet high and low for some of the best summer bucket list ideas for kids, and I’ve put together my favorite finds. From rainy day fun to getting outdoors in the sun, take a look at this Visual Summer Kids Bucket List this school break! These bucket list items will get everyone excited for the summer days ahead. Enjoy!

How do I make a summer bucket list?

There are tons of different ways to create a summer bucket list! First, make a note of all the different kinds of activities you want to do. Then, you might want to consider making a calendar to organize your kids bucket list items. We had a friend list all her summer bucket list ideas on a calendar with one bucket list activity per day. Alternatively, you can create a list on a dry erase board or a long sheet of paper and cross off your ideas as you get them done. You could even just keep a rough list in a journal and cross off ideas or add more throughout the summer. The kids are in for a memorable summer with these summer bucket list ideas!

How do you make a cute summer bucket list?

Get artistic with it! Wherever you write your summer bucket list down, make it cuter with little drawings and fun colors for each of the activities. Making your summer bucket list look nice will make you want to save it to cherish the memories you made. This is a great activity for the more creative and artistic kids. You could use glitter, paint, stickers, or any other art supplies to create a cute summer bucket list.

Crazy Summer Bucket List Ideas

Before you check out these crazy Summer Bucket List ideas, save these posts for even more inspiration!

Family Bucket List Printables (bucket list templates for summer and every season!)
Summer Bucket List for Kids Printable
Scavenger Hunts for Kids Printables
Beach Tips and Tricks
DIY Summer Fun Ideas for Kids
Summer Boredom Busters and Activities for Kids

Be sure to keep your kids happy and entertained with these No Bummer Summer Bundle. Twenty tree pages of ideas for the kids including our Stay at Home Vacation Stay-cation Bundle, indoor and outdoor games (for rainy and sunny days), and two amazingly fun summer bucket lists!

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Have fun with Watercolor Pastels and draw a DIY Tattoo for summer. Source Unknown.

Turn into a Human Bubble like One Charming Bubble. We think this idea is so fun, and you could even make your own bubbles as an added activity!

Color the Entire Driveway in Sidewalk Chalk. This is always a fantastic idea when the weather is warm and there’s no rain in the forecast. Kids can get super creative, and even you can get out there and contribute some art if you’re up for it!

Incorporate some science with these 5 Minute Science Experiments for Kids or Glow in the Dark Volcano!

Make a Water Blob like this tutorial on Fabulessly Frugal. I had friends make this and the kids absolutely loved it. It’s a one and done type of craft, but you may be able to get a few uses out of it through the week to extend your summer bucket list fun.

Use a pizza box to make your own Solar Oven like this idea from I can Teach My Child. We suggest you take a look at our s’more recipes and give some a try inside your homemade oven. You can bake cookies in these if the sun is hot enough!

Take it to the beach with this Beach Scavenger Hunt on Frugal Coupon Living. Take a look at how we created this idea using a beach bucket!

Make your own Flower Crown from Fireflies and Mud Pies. I always wondered how to properly do this! I loved them when I was a kid but my technique was poor. These ones look downright professional!

Fill a truck or trampoline with pillows and blankets and have an outdoor campout under the stars! Source and Source

Try a game of Water Bag Pinata from Frugal Coupon Living. This one’s been super popular — who wouldn’t love some fun in the sun with a water game?

Turn Water Balloons into Canvas Art from Lasso the Moon. This is a great way to get messy and create some art while you’re at it. Make sure to give the kids a good shower afterwards!

Get messy! Take a classic board game and have fun with Shaving Cream Twister as seen on Pinterest. I would love to see an after photo of this game!

Build an Air Fort like this idea from Mom Trusted. It creates the perfect little hideaway. So fun!

Go Night Bowling with this idea from Growing a Jeweled Rose. And yes, it’s okay to extend the kids’ bedtime — it’s summer, after all!

Host a Backyard Movie Night like Ellie Petrov. We did this at a friend’s home. We brought over boxes of candy, she popped popcorn and it was such a fun memorable event!

Toss Glow Sticks Into the Pool. This looks so cool and is perfect for a night swim! Source Unknown.

Make the ultimate outdoor tent with two trucks and a tarp! Idea on LOL Pics.

Try another kind of chalk! Make this Frozen Popsicle Chalk for your ultimate masterpiece found on Reading Confetti.

Get crafty! Try your hand at these Homemade Tin Wind Chimes from Hands On As We Grow. I love that it lasts so much longer than one day!

Make this Waterfall Water Wall from Playing by the Book. This might take some effort but it looks like a fun project for a summer bucket list regardless!

On a rainy day, Make Abstract Window Art from And Next Comes L. You could probably google some abstract artists for inspiration and make an art lesson out of it!

Make a PVC Sprinkler like this idea from Make Zine. I think dad might have to get involved in the construction, but it’ll make your yard the hot spot of the neighborhood this summer — or should I say cool spot!

Weave with the Kids. This is a really nice tutorial on Artbar Blog. We worked on some of these recently and the kids had a great time making them!

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

Also check out these DIY Summer Fun Ideas for Kids. Pin to Pinterest.

Add this to your list of summer time fun – Raging Good Time Kids Glow in the Dark Party Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

Take a look at these Beach Tips and Tricks on Frugal Coupon Living. Pin to Pinterest.

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

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.

How to Make Soundwave Art | DIY Father’s Day Gift Soundwave Art Generator

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May 27, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Father's Day, Instagram, Parenting, Pinterest, Social Media

Follow this quick and easy tutorial for how to make soundwave art plus create an adorable DIY Father’s Day Gift idea – I love you Soundwave Art Generator craft for kids. The best father’s day gift yet!

Soundwave Art

We have been so blessed to have some of the most amazing preschool teachers! While I have loved every mother’s day (and father’s day gift) my children have created, this years gifts for parents have knocked some other’s out of the park.

For a preschool mother’s day gift, I got adorable photo holders made out of beads and a painted rock. For a preschool Father’s day craft, my husband got the most adorable I Love You Soundwave Art Craft.

How to make soundwave art

It is very easy to make your own soundwave art. I was surprised by how remarkably quick it was with no instruction.

First, open the voice recorder app on your cell phone. Record an I love you memo. If you are an educator (preschool or elementary school), save each file as the child’s name so you can easily identify who is who when creating your soundwave pattern.

How do I get soundwaves from a recording?

Once you have your personalized recording, you want to use a free soundwave art generator. How do you do sound wave art? I looked at a few soundwaves generators, but I found https://convert.ing-now.com to be incredibly easy and straight forward.

Soundwave Graphic Generator

1.) Visit the free soundwave art generator.

2.) Select the circle button, let’s go.

3.) Upload your sound recording.

4.) Choose your foreground color and wavelength size (I chose black and 1800 x 280.)

5.) Click the okay button to generator your soundwave art.

6.) Right click on the soundwave art image and download your I love you soundwave pattern.

I Love You Soundwave Art DIY

Once you’ve created your I love you sound wave art generator, it’s time for a fun father’s day preschool craft (or elementary and older kids too!)

How do you do sound wave art?

Supplies

I Love You Soundwave Art
Paint Supplies (we love Do A Dot Art! Marker Paints for younger kids)
Printer (or print at Staples)
Scissors
Cardstock
Laminator

Instructions

How do soundwave gifts work? Once you have your your personalized sound wave art, it’s time to print the pattern.

First follow the steps above to create a voice memo recording converted to a to sound wave file (png, jpeg, etc.)

Open Microsoft Word and rotate your new document to a landscape design.

Write the phrase “I love you” in the center of the document.

Paste below the phrase, your soundwave file.

Print on cardstock and cut into the shape of a heart.

Using markers or paint (we like Do A Dot Art! Marker Paints) allows your child to color the heart.

Allow the heart to dry.

Once the painted heart is dry, laminate your painted heart sound wave art DIY.

Gift to dad as a DIY Father’s Day craft to keep forever!

Can You Play Soundwave Art?

Do you want to take this a step further? In our memorial crafts for loved ones, I shared one way to play soundwave art. You would basically need a QR code to create soundwave art that plays. A QR code is a pixelated number of black squares and dots that form a square. When scanned with a camera app it opens a browser or browser that holds the sound recording.

Can you play soundwave art? Yes – create a soundwave with a QR code! For this process, you will either purchase a soundwave QR code or create your own URL to hold your recording. Once you have the URL with your sound recording, you can quickly create a QR code on QR-Tiger. If your voice memo is a MP3, you can also upload this on QR Tiger.

Our Pinterest community and I would love to see how this worked out for you. Share your sound wave art block or final DIY Father’s Day Soundwave Craft. Leave a comment and/or add a photo here on Pinterest!

Also visit our Memorial Craft Ideas post. Make memorial crafts or learn how to record the voicemail of al oved one and purchase soundwave art for deceased family or friends. Pin to Pinterest.

Want more father’s day ideas? Enjoy these Father’s Day Crafts for Kids: Preschool, Elementary and Older. Pin to Pinterest.

Father’s Day Crafts for Kids: Preschool, Elementary and More!

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May 26, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Father's Day, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media

Father’s Day Crafts for Kids: Father’s Day Preschool Ideas, Elementary Ideas and More on Frugal Coupon Living. Creative and unique Father’s Day kids’ craft ideas that will bring a smile to Dad’s face!

Father’s Day Crafts for Kids: Preschool, Elementary and More!

As a former teacher, it was always nice to play a role in the Father’s Day gift at the end of the year that my students would craft for their dads. Kids love getting the chance to play their part in the holiday that celebrates their parents and role models. It’s a fantastic way for children to show their dads that they love and appreciate everything they do for them!

When it comes to Father’s Day kids crafts, you don’t have to get super fancy with the project or supplies. I know first-hand that dads will love even the simplest token of appreciation from their little one! To make these Father’s Day preschool crafts and elementary crafts easy for teachers in school and for use at home, all of these activities only require budget-friendly supplies and are a breeze to put together.

From hand prints that will one day get larger, to a cute little face that will one day evolve, to a sweet little message that can be read over and over, every single one of these Father’s Day handmade cards, crafts, and activities are adorable and heartfelt. When I recall my own favorite gifts from my kids when Mother’s Day rolled around, it was always one of these cute pieces of art that they created with their own two hands. I can’t imagine any father would feel differently!

Below are some of the most perfect Father’s Day Kids’ Craft Ideas aged preschool to elementary school. Enjoy these crafts in the classroom or right at home, and Happy Father’s Day!

One of my favorite father’s day crafts was this I love you soundwave art. It is incredibly easy to make and is free to do on your own! It brings your child’s voice memo to life a really cute I love you soundwave art gift!

This is a Father’s Day craft that can be kept for years to come. Download this Father’s Day SVG file and create this Mason Jar BBQ Seasoning gift for dad.

Dad will love this Father’s Day Quote – choose between “Dad you are a rockstar”, or “Dad you are my rock”. Grab this free printable SVG File for your Cricut Maker and make this Father’s Day photo frame for Dad.

Have LEGOs laying around? Let the kids make this Building Memories with Dad Craft! It would look great on dad’s desk at work. | The Seasoned Mom

This is the sweetest Handprint Baseball DIY Gift for Dad. There is also a touching little poem you can print to go along with it! My husband would love this! | Sunny Day Family

Decorate the home with this tie-riffic Father’s Day Banner. You can also attach little gift tag ties for a terrific dad! | Amanda’s Parties to Go

Have fun with this Dad Mad Lib for Father’s Day. This always ends with lots of laughs — kids say the funniest things! | Over the Big Moon

This My Dad Rocks Paperweight is an adorable craft for dad’s desk or the garden! | Cobwebs Cupcakes and Crayons (Post no longer working)

We also love this craft that uses real rocks to create a My Dad Rocks frame. My daughter would have so much fun with this one! | Mommy Moment

We call M&Ms our happy pills in our home, and this M&M’s Bow Tie Card is a fun and low-cost Father’s Day idea! | Aly Dosdall

Is dad a superhero? Try this Super Hero Bookmark craft for dad! | Crafts by Amanda

To watch your little superhero grow, freeze their hand prints in time with these Superhero Handprints for Father’s Day! She does not give directions on how to do this, but I suggest placing a handprint on paper and grabbing a clip art of your superhero to paste on top of the print | Crafty Morning

Every king of the grill needs an Apron. Craft this Father’s Day Apron for the grill master in your home! Another idea is to add a set of the kids’ hand prints every year! | Whimsical Kids Canvas

Print these free Tools for Dad! You could even write a sweet message on each of the tools. | Printables4Kids

Let dad SEE how wonderful he is this Father’s Day with these Father’s Day Glasses for Dad. | Mr. Printable

Roll dad a Father’s Day card with wood craft sticks. I love how this could fold up – so cute! | Michaels

I’m as lucky as can be, the best daddy in the world belongs to me! This Father’s Day Crayon Frame is too cute for words. | Source Unknown

Make dad this Father’s Day hand print keychain. | Grey House Harbor

This Scribble Origami Bow Tie for Father’s Day is such a cute tie for dad. | It’s Always Autumn

This might make dad’s morning brighter, or at least colorful – a Scribble Mug for Father’s Day. I could see this sipped on for many years to come! | I Heart Arts N Crafts

Who knows the Best Dad in the World? This small memento would be an adorable addition to Dad’s work desk. | Buzzmills

Create dad the Best Dad Book with this FREE Father’s Day Printable. This comes out so comical. Kids say the darndest things! | Lia Griffith

Make a Toilet Paper Roll Card for a Rad Dad. This is such a fun, creative craft! | Pink Stripey Socks

For an out of this world gift, try this “I love you to the moon and back” photo idea. So cute!| Bloesem Kids and Design

Make day a cake with these adorable Father’s Day Dessert Ideas – cake pops, cakes, cupcakes, donuts and more. Pin to Pinterest.

Searching for more Father’s Day ideas? Save these Free Father’s Day Printables. Pin to Pinterest.

We are pretty crazy about these Father’s Day Crafts for Dad too! Pin to Pinterest.

Take a look at these DIY Father’s Day Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

25 FREE Disney Printables – Crafts, Coloring, Creativity

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May 17, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Free, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media

Calling all Disney fanatics! We’ve got you covered with 25 Disney printables to delight the whole family. From Disney princess printables to Frozen printables, there’s something here for every Disney lover. Enjoy!

20 FREE Disney Printables

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Whether you’re taking a trip to Disney, have already enjoyed a trip to Disney or just, well, LOVE DISNEY, these ideas are sure to delight! From crafts, to games, to parties and more, these free Disney printables will deliver all the magic of Disney right into your home.

What can you use Disney printables for?

Want to make sure you make the most of your magical Disney vacation? Download the Disney World Bucket List and check off your stops along the way!

Learning about emotions? Print out the Inside Out cards to help your kids identify their feelings.

Hosting a movie night? There are more than a few sources of inspiration to make your night extra special!

Make lunch extra special for your kiddo with Disney printables! Why not surprise your little Mouseketeer with an adorable lunchbox note with their favorite character on it?

Got a little one who’s Frozen obsessed? We’ve even got Frozen Photo Props, too! That’ll be a blast!

Headed on a Disney cruise? Download this Disney Cruise Printable Checklist from Frugal Coupon Living.

Don’t miss a thing! Download our Disney World Bucket List from Frugal Coupon Living.

This Disney Movie Quotes Game from A Girl and a Gun looks like LOADS of fun, any day of the week!

Tick, tock, tick, tock… Grab this Countdown to Disney/Disneyland Printable from All for the Memories for the days leading up to your Disney getaway!

Plus, check out our FREE Countdown to Disney Printable. Pin to Pinterest.

Need Disney princess printables for the fan of all things princess in your family? Download these precious Disney Princess Posters for your little princess’s wall from Over the Big Moon.

Make your own Buzz Lightyear drink with Toy Story Printable from Frugal Coupon Living.

These Princess Candy Necklace Party Favors from Five Marigolds work for any princess-themed party!

Setting sail with Disney? We love this Free Disney Cruise Door Printable from Frugal Coupon Living.

This Emotions Mini Book and Card Game from Teach Mama is both fun and meaningful for the kids.

Keep the kids occupied on the way to Disney World with this Would You Rather Disney Edition Travel Game from One She Two She

These Toy Story Printable Mason Pudding Jar Cups welcome everyone to the round-up from Frugal Coupon Living.

These Family Movie Night Tickets from Mommas Fabulous Playground will make your Disney movie night an extra special event.

Is your little princess obsessed with all things Frozen? Download these Frozen Paper Dolls from A Few Short Cuts and let her play around with Elsa and Anna’s outfits!

Take the memory of meeting your favorite characters home with you from the park! Grab these Disney Autograph Cards from Sew Cake Make and let your kids gather signatures from their beloved friends at Disney.

With a park as big as Disney World, you can never be too prepared! This Disney World Vacation Planner from The Purple Pumpkin Blog will help you organize your time so you can make the most of your vacation.

How cute is this Disney Subway Art from Eighteen25? This would look great in a kid’s playroom!

This Mickey or Minnie Inspired Party Pack from Leo Loves Invitations has all the best Disney printables to make sure your kid’s Disney birthday is on point.

You could use these Disney Dollars Printables from Real Mom’s Disney for so many things, at home or at the park!

Make your little one’s lunch as magical as they are with Disney Lunchbox Notes from Delicate Construction.

There’s no cuter way to save your place in a good book than with Disney Princess Bookmarks from Kids Kreate.

Disney Frozen Photo Props from Kristen Duke Photography are PERFECT for a Frozen-themed birthday party. Or, just for fun!

These free Disney Coloring Pages from Disney Me are a perfect way to spend some time coloring.

Grab these Winnie the Pooh Popcorn Bucket Templates from Merriment Design for your next Disney movie night! How cute is Tigger’s tail?!

Another one that’s great for a Disney birthday party! Get these Minnie Mouse Plate Ears from Chicka Bug.

Find every single hidden Mickey at the park with this Hidden Mickeys Punch Card from Yellow Bliss Road.

Got the Disney bug? Enjoy these Copycat Disney Recipes. Pin to Pinterest.

Looking for the perfect treats to serve at your Disney get together? Make this Mickey Mouse Food – Chocolate Covered Mickey OREOs. Pin to Pinterest.

Also take a look at these amazing Disney Cruise Tips, Hacks, and Tricks. Pin to Pinterest.

Father’s Day Craft Ideas

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May 17, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Father's Day, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media

Celebrate dad with these kids’ Father’s Day crafts! Easy and adorable crafts that show dad just how thankful you are for everything he does. Browse our entire list of inspiration for the best Father’s Day crafts for kids!

Father’s Day Craft Ideas

Now that Mother’s Day has passed and June is approaching, it’s almost time to say “thank you” to all the dads out there! Father’s Day is the best time to celebrate all the dads, stepdads, grandfathers, and father figures in our families’ lives. Dads are so special, and we often don’t get enough chances to express how much they really mean to us.

Whoever you are recognizing this Father’s Day and whatever their tastes may be, let the little ones celebrate with these amazing and fun Father’s Day crafts for kids! There is nothing like a handmade gift from the heart to say “I love you, Dad!” Whether dad is a fan of sports, a fixer-upper kind of guy, or the best grill master on the block, these kids’ Father’s Day crafts have something that every dad will love — and that the kids will love making for him. Enjoy these Father’s Day craft ideas, and happy Father’s Day!

What’s the best inexpensive Father’s Day gift?

The great thing about Father’s Day is that whoever you’re celebrating will love the gift you make, even if it’s just a simple card. Gifts from kids are always about the love put into them, not how much is spent. These kids’ Father’s Day craft ideas are both inexpensive and heartfelt. Choose one that fits Dad’s personality and he’ll cherish it for years to come!

First up! This homemade Father’s Day Gift idea will become Dad’s favorite staple in the kitchen. Make Dad a Mason Jar BBQ Spice Rub with a free SVG File for Cricut. How cute is this? He’ll love it, and you all will too!

We have another free SVG File for you! How about crafting this DIY Cricut Father’s Day Photo Frame for Dad? Let him know that he’s your rock or your rock star!

For the dad that roots you on when the going gets tough, this adorable Root Beer Father’s Day Gift Idea on Thirty Handmade Days is the perfect way to go!

Got a handy dandy kind of Dad? We love this Father’s Day Gift Card Idea from Lil Luna. Gift Dad with a Lowes or Home Depot gift card with an adorable tool theme.

Giving Dad tickets to his favorite game? Craft this Play Ball Mason Jar from Mad in Crafts to complete the gift!

How about a keepsake photo for Dad? Try this We Love Daddy Feet photo idea from Freckle Photo. You could even put it in a frame!

Gift dad the gift of amazing treats with this Father’s Day Tool Box with Git Tag printable on Frugal Coupon Living!

Sometimes, the simple things are best. This Father’s Day Chalkboard Printable is so cute and can be totally personalized to any father. Idea on The Shabby Creek Cottage.

Decorate the home with this tie-riffic Father’s Day Banner. Also attach little gift tag ties for a terrific dad! | Amanda’s Parties to Go

How cute is this Father’s Day craft for the kids? This DIY Tie Rack Idea comes from Craftaholics Anonymous.

Give Dad some special coupons with this FREE Father’s Day Coupon Printable from I Should be Mopping the Floor. Dad can cash in all year long!

If it has a POP in the name, add it to this One Stop Pop Shop from No Biggie.

Whose Dad loves Star Wars? The force is with this Dad in this DIY Star Wars Mug from Made in a Day.

Make dad a Father’s Day Six Pack Survival Pack with FREE Printables from Creative Live.

Now, one for the grill master in the family! Take a look at this DIY Father’s Day Grill Master Sign from The Rustic Willow.

Here’s another great one for grill fanatics! This DIY BBQ Bucket for Dad from Everyday Dishes holds all of Dad’s grilling essentials.

Does Dad love to fish? For the dad that is a catch, try out this Hugs and Fishes Gift Idea on Thirty Handmade Days.

Similar to our coupon book idea, this Tokens for Dad gift lets Dad redeem cute rewards in the future! Get this and more from Evermine.

Is dad a traveler? Instead of a card, make this Airplane Garland with sweet sentiments and notes from Studio DIY.

This is too cute! This Father’s Day, make dad LEGO Prints of the Family like this idea and tutorial on A Joyful Riot.

This simple kids’ Father’s Day craft won’t cost much, but makes up for it in meaning. Check out this Father’s Day Gift of Time from One Artsy Mama.

For the dad who loves sports, this Sports Team Bucket comes from Hoosier Homemade.

For the golfer dad, decorate golf balls with Sharpies! The kids will love the drawing activity and dad will appreciate the extra golf balls. Ideas from Annarbor Mom.

This DIY Wood Key Chain from Easy Peasy and Fun is fun, meaningful, and useful. The perfect gift!

Looking for more Father’s Day ideas? Save these Free Father’s Day Printables. Pin to Pinterest.

More Father’s Day fun? Yes, please! Take a look at these DIY Father’s Day Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

We love these Father’s Day Crafts for Kids: Preschool, Elementary and More! Pin to Pinterest.

Make dad an amazing Father’s Day Dessert – these Father’s Day Cake Ideas range from the expert to the easy! Pin to Pinterest.

Summertime Popsicle Recipes – Cool Off Your Hot Days!

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May 16, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: DIY, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Seasonal

Summertime Popsicle Recipes – Cool Off Your Hot Days with these ice pop recipes.

Summertime Popsicle Recipes

Who doesn’t love an ice-cold popsicle on a hot summer’s day? When the temperature spikes in the middle of summer, everyone is searching for ways to cool off. Our usual method is to visit the beach or the pool to take a dip. Whatever it may be in your home, I am sure it is paired with a refreshing summer snack. And one of the best refreshing summer treats on a hot day are popsicles!

We are so excited to share these Summertime Popsicle Recipes with you. Not only are there yummy recipes for the kids, but we snuck in some adult only treats you will be sure to make over and over. Whether you are looking for homemade popsicles for kids or DIY popsicles for the grownups, you’ll keep coming back to these recipes all summer long. Take a look at these DIY Popsicle Recipes with Fruit, Spirits, Chocolate and more – and be sure to let us know your favorites!

How do you make DIY popsicles creamy instead of icy?

Icy popsicles can work if they are a fruit variety. But if you are making chocolate or any other cream-based popsicles, you will want to have a smooth texture, not an icy one. A tip I saw online is to add a tablespoon of cornstarch to your DIY popsicles before pouring the mixture into your molds! If anyone tries this, I’d love to know how it works for you. It sounds like a great little hack to make sure your creamy popsicle texture stays on point!

What can you make you DIY popsicles in?

You might think that you need molds specifically designed for popsicles in order to make your own at home, but that actually isn’t the case! Of course, a popsicle mold would be the easiest way, and you can always grab some inexpensive ones off of Amazon or at the Dollar Tree if you would prefer. But if you are in a pinch, you can easily use these household items in place of a mold!

Plastic or paper cups
Ice cube trays
Clean, recycled yogurt containers
Any small baking tins, like muffin tins

If you don’t have popsicle sticks to use, a sturdy straw, plastic spoon, or plastic knife would work as well. We do recommend popsicle sticks though, as they are relatively easy to find, super inexpensive, and they have the name “popsicle sticks” for a reason — they are made for the job!

The Best Summertime Popsicle Recipes

Enjoy these summery, refreshing treats, and don’t forget to leave a comment to tell us which recipes you’re planning to try!

Popsicles with Fruit

Grapefruit and Strawberry Popsicles from Endless Simmer

Red, White and Blueberry Popsicles from The View from Great Island

Cantaloupe Popsicles from Chocolate and Carrots

Chocolate Covered Strawberry Popsicles from Frugal Coupon Living

Strawberry Kiwi Popsicles from Diethood

Peach Iced Tea Popsicles from Paper & Stich

Popsicles for Adults

Papaya Breeze Poptail Popsicle from The View from Great Island

Corono Beer Popsicles (we suggest add a splash of lime juice!) from Bakers Royale

Raspberry Lime Sangria Popsicles from Cooking Stoned

Dirty Pirate Popsicles from Endless Simmer

Tropical Tequila Sunrise Popsicles from Real Food by Dad

Popsicles for the Kids

Cereal Popsicles from Paper & Stitch

Milk and Cookies Popsicles from Frugal Coupon Living

Cake Batter Pudding Popsicles from Wine and Glue

JELL-O Popsicles from Poofy Cheeks

Sour Worm Popsicles from A Moms Take

Kool Aid Yogurt Popsicles from In Katrina’s Kitchen

Popsicles That Are Also Drinks

Cherry Coke Popsicles from Simply Stated

Easy Creamy Limeaid Popsicles from Architecture of a Mom

A&W Root Beer Float Popsicles from Frugal Coupon Living.

Orange Creamsicles Popsicles from Oven Love Blog

Iced Coffee Popsicles from The View from Great Island

Popsicles with Chocolate

Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Popsicles from Al Day I Dream About Food

Banana Nutella Fudgesicles Popsicles from The Viet Vegan

Coffee Chocolate Oreo Fudge Popsicles from The First Year Blog

Mint Chocolate Popsicles from Tutti Dolci

Cookie Dough Popsicle from Girlichef

Follow all Recipes on Frugal Coupon Living as well as FCLAsh on Pinterest.

Don’t forget these creative uses for Pool Noodles – Pool Noodle Ideas and Hacks. Pin to Pinterest.

July Fourth Hacks, Tips & Tricks

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May 16, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Hacks, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, Summer

Celebrate America with our best 4th of July ideas on Frugal Coupon Living! We’ve gathered the best July Fourth Ideas, Hacks, Tips & Tricks to make your Independence Day extra special. Clever fireworks hacks, how to make a red, white & blue layered drink, and more!

July Fourth Ideas, Hacks, Tips & Tricks

I’ve always been a patriot, but ever since we moved to DC, I’ve felt even more of that patriotic spirit! It’s so special living in the heart of our great nation’s capital. I am so grateful to live in the land of the free, a land with diverse minds and thoughts, a country of so many cultures, and a place where we all can accept and embrace our differences. There is just something so special about the stars, stripes, and red white and blue! In the District, you can always count on there being a lot of festivity and fun going on when July 4th rolls around. Following the festivity, there is a beautiful display of fireworks over our nation’s capital and monuments – you and your family probably catch the event each year as it is telecast live. This Fourth of July I wanted to get together some tips, hacks and tricks for creating the perfect 4th of July party. Whether you are celebrating with a neighborhood of 100 or just with your family in the backyard, enjoy these 4th of July ideas and tips to make your Fourth of July memorable, patriotic and full of fun!

What’s the best way to celebrate the 4th of July?

As long as there is plenty of red, white and blue involved, the festivities are totally up to you! Some people prefer to grill up some hamburgers with just their family and keep things small, while others will gather in throngs and really go all out. The great part about these 4th of July ideas and hacks is that they work for both types of celebrations! Deck out your house, put some colorful decorations in your hair, or make your own Fourth of July lanterns. Have fun with these 4th of July ideas, and enjoy!

You have to be safe with fireworks. Use Red SOLO Cups to protect children’s hands from sparklers. Idea from Love 2 Dream, Do You.

Make a layered Red, White and Blue drink with this recipe from Eating on a Dime. I need to try this one!

Have fun this fourth with some festive hair. We love this little girl’s Fourth of July Hairstyle from A Girl and a Glue Gun.

Make it memorable! Take a look at how to make these unique Sparkler Photos. Perfect for all sorts of celebrations, not just the 4th of July. I love this idea from One Good Thing by Jillee.

No one likes sticky hands. Check out this Ultimate Popsicle Hack using a cupcake holder from Ziploc.

Decorate the grass and show off your patriotic pride to the whole neighborhood! Stencil out stars in the lawn for a festive and affordable decoration. Idea from Sunset Magazine.

Have fun before the fireworks begin with these Glow in the Dark Water Balloons from The Scrap Shoppe Blog.

Recycle a Pallet! Make a welcome American Flag Pallet from The Pink Punk (this doesn’t appear to be the original source, which is unknown, but it provides a great tutorial.)

The fireworks don’t have to be the only light show of the night. Make your own Mason Jar Lanterns! Take a look at these Fourth of July Lanterns with a tutorial from Momtastic.

We love this decorated walkway. Grab this tutorial for these Patriotic Mason Jars from For the Love Of.

Snap Crackle Pop! We love this Fourth of July Party Station from Uncommon Designs.

Light it up! Make your own Pool and Garden Orbs with this tutorial from Beckham and Belle.

This is fun! Turn your average plant pots into patriotic decor. Perfect for a BBQ condiment station! Idea from Somewhat Simple.

Celebrate with more than fireworks. We love this DIY Tutorial for Confetti Launchers from Piikea Street.

Also have fun making these 4th of July Flashlights from Stuffed Suitcase.

Use an old bushel basket or pick one up on the cheap for this DIY tutorial. They can be painted to match the Independence Day theme as shown on A Night Owl Blog.

Enjoy these simple and festive Fourth of July String Lights from eHow.

Create fireworks in your mouth with these Fourth of July Pop Rock Cake Bites from SheKnows.

Yes, a pool noodle can become a cute firecracker! Find the tutorial on At the Picket Fence.

Repurpose your old pickle jars or other glass jars into these adorable Lit Fourth of July Luminaries from At the Picket Fence.

Enjoy these Patriotic Red, White and Blue Printables. Pin to Pinterest.

Add these to your party list – Fourth of July Recipes. Pin to Pinterest.

Also check out these Red, White & Blue Foods for your next Fourth of July Celebration. Pin to Pinterest.

Red, White & Blue Foods – Ideas for Your Gathering

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May 16, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Frugal Living, Instagram, Online Shopping, Pinterest, Recipe, Seasonal, Social Media, Summer

What better way to celebrate America’s independence than with a red, white, and blue spread! These Red, White and Blue Foods on Frugal Coupon Living are perfect for chowing down on under the fireworks this July 4th. From red, white and blue desserts, to colorful 4th of July drinks, and everything in between, save these recipes for your July 4th festivities this year!

Red, White & Blue Foods

I am a big fan of Patriotism. When I see documentaries on the founding of our country and the freedom our founders pursued, it seriously brings tears to my eyes. There’s just really nothing more inspiring than what they were fighting for. I know that myself and many others take these freedoms for granted these days, and the fourth of July holiday helps us gain perspective of our blessings every year. July 4th (and other American Holidays) remind me of the sacrifices that the founding fathers made for us, and really makes me want to celebrate!

For Memorial Day, July 4th and other red, white and blue occasions, I think it’s only right to celebrate with festive foods in those special colors! From red, white and blue desserts, to fresh fruit salads, to other tasty recipes for the 4th of July, I challenge you to make your entire Independence Day table red, white and blue!

What are the best red, white and blue foods for the 4th of July?

I think you will notice a theme among many of these 4th of July recipes — lots of them use red, white and blue fruits and vegetables, while a few of them rely on food coloring to fit in with the festive color palette. If you’re going the healthy route, opt for the 4th of July recipes with those fresh ingredients. On the other hand, if you’re searching for red, white and blue desserts, you will want to stock up on red and blue food coloring and other baking supplies.

Whether you want to keep things relatively simple with a fruit salad or go all out with a summer berry tart, consider this your one stop shop for all of your red, white and blue recipe inspiration. Delicious, festive, and easy to make, everyone will go wild for these recipes!

Red, White & Blue Foods — Ideas for Your Gathering

Summer Berry Tart from The Comfort of Cooking

Red, White & Blue Sangria from Noble Pig

American Flag Cupcakes from Frugal Coupon Living

Red, White & Blue OREOs from Frugal Coupon Living

Red, White & Blue Fruit Salad from Spicy Southern Kitchen

Firecracker Red, White, and Blue Cookies from Frugal Coupon Living

Red, White & Blue Skewers from Seeded at the Table

Vanilla Bean Doughnuts from A Pumpkin and a Princess

Patriotic Rice Krispie Treat Pops on Frugal Coupon Living

Purple Potato Pizza on The Novice Chef Blog

Red, White & Blue Fruit Cookie Pizza from Get Off Your Tush and Cook

Red,White & Blue Pinwheel Cookies from Just a Taste

Red and Blue Star Spangled Gumdrops from Mom’s On Timeout

Fourth of July Layered Drinks from In Katrinas Kitchen

Patriotic Mini Star Cakes from Bird on a Cake

Fourth of July Dessert Fruit Pops from Bakers Royale

Red, White & Blue Strawberries from The Sisters Cafe

Red, White and Blue Layered Cheesecake from Recipe Girl

Greek Yogurt Red, White & Blue Popsicles on Damn Delicious

Fourth of July Snack Mix from Glorious Treats

Panna Cotta and Raspberry Parfaits on Pink Patisserie

Copycat Sonic Ocean Water on Frugal Coupon Living

Red, White & Blue Pretzel Rods from Our Best Bites

Fire Cracker Cupcakes from Oh Nuts

Mini Banana Splits from I Heart Naptime

Red, White & Blue Spaghetti from Created by Diane

Triple Berry Layered Lemon Cream Cake from Laurens Latest

Fruity Brownie Dessert Pizza from Seeded at the Table

Round out your preparations for Fourth of July fun with these July Fourth Hacks, Tips and Tricks. Pin to Pinterest.

The fun doesn’t stop there! Check out these Patriotic Red, White and Blue Printables for tons of activities, decorations, and bonuses to make your 4th of July holiday extra special. Pin to Pinterest.

Not fully committed to the red, white and blue theme? We’ve got more festive Fourth of July Recipes here! Pin to Pinterest.