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Fun Birthday Countdown Ideas & Cute Numerical Gift Tags

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January 10, 2023 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Birthday, Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media Leave a Comment

A birthday countdown is exciting. It creates anticipation and excitement. Take a look at these ideas for a birthday countdown that includes a buildup of excitement plus adorable birthday countdown gift tags.

Do you know one thing we all have in common? Everyone has a birthday. Some are celebrated more than others (can I get an Amen mamas?) Others are celebrated with sweet touches and thoughtful gifts.

Countdown Ideas for a Birthday

Birthday countdowns are exciting because they are visual representations of the timeline to the big day. They are especially good for younger kids but they can be exciting for teenagers and even adults. Count down the days until the actual date of the birthday or countdown the number of gifts – perfect for a milestone b-day.

In anticipation of an upcoming birthday for an extra special birthday boy or girl, try these Birthday Countdown ideas.

Numbered Birthday Cards

Hit the Dollar store and grab a dozen or so birthday cards. Number them in order and write a special message on each card. The birthday girl or boy can open one birthday card each day until their birthday celebration. Instead of you writing all a dozen messages, have special family members, aquantiences, and friends write messages too. This can include coaches, teachers, friends, and family. Instead of receiving all their birthday cards in one day, they receive them slowly allowing the recipient to savor each message.

Gift Cards For Each Year

Grab gift cards as a build-up to the special occasion. This is especially fun for a milestone birthday. For example, for a ten-year-old birthday present idea, have ten gift cards. Ten days before your child’s birthday, give them a new gift card each day. These gift cards can be small and large all the way from $5 to $20. They don’t have to be the same amount. Or for younger kids, give them a gift card the value of their age. So for a sweet 16 birthday, gift sixteen $16 gift cards. You can have duplicates to places like Amazon or Starbucks if you want the values to add up.

Birthday Advent Calendar

Recycle your advent calendar from Christmas or make your own 12 days of birthday DIY Advent calendar. Turn this holiday-themed decor into a cute and creative birthday countdown calendar. Fill small boxes or bags with a little gift like sweet treats and surprises in anticipation of the arrival of your child’s birthday. You can use these free Advent countdown stickers and make your own DIY countdown calendar for a birthday.

Electronic Countdown Clock

Start a fun countdown clock. This can be done with a birthday countdown internet clock or you can get an interchangeable countdown clock timer that has a face you can change for all your important calendar dates including vacation, retirement, Christmas, and birthday! Your birthday kiddo will love watching the numbers change.

Birthday Countdown Chain

If you were a child of the 80s, you know paper chains. Grab construction paper and cut strips of paper to make your own DIY Countdown Paper Chain. This is a great visual for younger kids and they will love tearing apart the newest chain paper each morning when they wake up each day of their birthday week. On the slips of paper, you can even use markers to write sweet birthday wishes or birthday tokens/coupons for future activities. If making your own chain is not your thing, grab a low-cost birthday countdown chain on Amazon. Just add numbers to each ring so you can watch the days go by and the numbers get smaller.

Birthday Countdown Punch Out Calendar

This idea is super fun and is a play on a punchout advent calendar (as seen in our Christmas Care Packages.) These fun punchout calendars are sold during the Christmas season but you can easily make your own. Glue plastic SOLO cups to a board – anywhere from 10 to 20 cups is the perfect amount. Fill your plastic cups with small trinkets, candy, and/or toys. Cover the opening of your cups with tissue paper. Using rubber bands will easily cover your openings. Number your cups from 1 to whatever. In a gift punch, the person opening the gifts, “punches” the cup in to see what gift they are getting! This is a really fun option for someone who wants to make a birthday even more special.

Birthday Bucket List

Why have a birth day when you can have a birth month? Celebrate the entire week or the entire month of your child’s birthday with a birthday bucket list. Use the ideas we supply or fill in your own family bucket list ideas with activities that are fitting to your special birthday guest of honor.

Numbered Balloon Pop

Hang ten balloons on a string. This can look like balloon garland or you can fill the balloons with helium and have them reach the ceiling. Before you fill the balloons with air, roll a $1, $5, $10, or even $20 bill inside the balloons. You can even add confetti. Each day before the big day, pop a balloon and collected the money! It’s like an individual pinata filled with cash. Watch that wallet fill up with money!

Birthday Box

A birthday box is super fun. This can come in the form of a shipped birthday care package or you can grab the largest, most oversized box you can find – can you imagine a refrigerator box? WOAH! Fill the entire box with your son/daughter/spouse/significant other’s presents. Number these gifts and allow your special someone to open a new present each day.

Numerical Birthday Presents

Lastly, how about birthday countdown gifts? Similar to a DIY Birthday Countdown Box only using gift bags (or boxes.) Allow your child to open gifts with our cute Birthday Countdown Gift Tags.

Read below to see how you can make your very own birthday countdown gift with numerical gift tags!

Birthday Countdown Gift Ideas

We’ve figured out ways to create a birthday countdown, now what about the birthday countdown gifts? If you are looking for a gift idea or two, try some of these craftsy ways to make your friend’s birthday countdown extra special. Customize your numerical gift tags for your friends or family’s birthday celebrations.

Add a photo or a small memento to each tag for an extra special touch.
Make sure the tags reflect their hobbies, interests, and personality.
Personalize the tag with a handwritten note of love, birthday wishes, and appreciation!
Create custom labels for each day leading up to their birthday.
Include creative prompts like “Back in [year], we did…” or “We had so much fun at [place] together!” to stir up sweet memories and conversations.
Use different materials like wood, fabric, or paper for a unique look and feel.
Fill each bag or gift with a birthday coupon with activity ideas including a movie night, baking cookies, a manicure, and more.
Embellish each tag with glittery letters, rhinestones, or other crafts supplies or decorations!

The big question is HOW will you use them to make an upcoming birthday even more special?

Try some of these cute ideas with these cute printable birthday countdown gift tags.

Birthday Countdown Gift Tag Printables

Birthday countdown gift tags are a fun way to add excitement and anticipation to a friend or loved one’s birthday celebration. Gift tags are typically small cards or labels that are attached to each gift given during the days leading up to the recipient’s special day. The tags generally have the current day number printed on them, e.g “Day 3 of 10” with creative prompts and decorations you can add yourself!

How to Use Birthday Countdown Tags

Including the number of birthday countdown ideas we shared above, there are a few ways you can use these numbered birthday gift tags.

Gift Countdown

One of the most popular ways to use these birthday countdown gift tags is by using them on the actual gifts that lead up to the big day. You can tape them or glue them to the gifts as a countdown. Feel free to add ribbon or bows to the gift to make it look even more special! This is cute for a big and important number like a sweet 16 or 21st birthday! Wrap 21 gifts and give a gift each day from day 21 until the actual date.

Actual Day of Birthday Countdown

When the birthday you’re celebrating gets here, you can use the birthday countdown gift tags as a gift counter. With this route, you open one gift at a name in numeric order. This is fun for someone who likes to open a lot of gifts and have everything just a tad more extravagant. It’s super fun to add a little pizzazz to gifts and this is an extra way to do it!

Birthday Scavenger Hunt

Feel free to get even more creative and use these birthday countdown gift tags for a birthday treasure hunt. As your seeker goes on their birthday-themed scavenger hunt, you can have numbered presents along the way.

Birthday Countdown Wishes

Use the back of the birthday card tags and write sweet birthday countdown says for your son/daughter. These can be sweet birthday messages from mom or dad but they can also be sweet birthday sayings from siblings, friends, and extended family.

Creating new birthday traditions is fun and I hope these gift tags can help! These birthday countdown gift tags include numbers 1 all the way to 40. Laminate them and use them year after year as cute birthday gift tags for each family member.

However, you use them, With these tips using the birthday countdown gift tags will be easier than ever. I bet you can find a way for it to make your birthday person feel extra special for their day! Share with us your ideas in the comments.

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Free Birthday Printables

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More Fun Birthday Ideas

Birthdays don’t have to be expensive. If you are looking for a few low-cost birthday ideas that make the recipient feel extra special, take a look at these fun birthday ideas.

We are family…. If celebrating with your family is a thing, look at these family birthday ideas and fun birthday traditions. You will not only need but want to make an annual tradition for each special person in your home! Pin to Pinterest.

Fun fact! Did you know that people who have more birthdays live longer? It’s a true story. Use that birthday quote next time you need an excuse for a half-party. Celebrate the half-birthday too with these half-birthday party ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

When you grab these fun birthday tags, incorporate this fun birthday printables bundle too. Printable birthday party games for kids, a birthday interview, and a family bucket list for your birthday!

Our Pinterest community and I would love to see how this worked out for you. Share how you used your printable birthday tags into fun countdown ideas. Leave a comment here or on Pinterest!

Happy birthday!

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Out of this World DIY Superhero Party Ideas

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December 6, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Birthday, Crafts, Facebook, Home Improvement, Instagram, Party, Pinterest, Social Media Leave a Comment

Host a superhero-themed party that is sure to be a hit without a ton of time, money, or effort. Enjoy the best DIY superhero party ideas, recipes, décor, games and more to make planning a party easy-peasy.

Planning a themed party can be a lot of fun. And with so many popular Marvel, Avengers and DC movies being released in recent years, it’s no wonder that superhero parties are becoming increasingly popular. Chances are you are here with super hero party ideas that might be low-cost or budget-friendly. We can help!

If you’re looking for some ideas to help you plan a fantastic superhero birthday party, look no further. This post is packed full of superheros theme party ideas to get you started! From decorations and easy superhero party food ideas to Superhero games and activities, we’ve got everything you need to make your child’s party a success.

Happy planning! Enjoy another year of blowing your candles…. it will go in a flash!

Superhero Birthday Party Cakes

Learn how to make the coolest three-tier superhero cake using a Cake Boss kit. It combines Spiderman, Batman, and Superman into one fun dessert the birthday boy or girl will absolutely love. You can go with a homemade spiderman birthday theme and keep everything in the middle layer web or incorporate all of your favorite Marvel and superhero characters and have layers for each. | Viva Veltoro

This cityscape style birthday cake is amazing! It’s a fairly simple superheroes theme city skyline design too. All you need for the buildings are fondant sheets, a knife to cut the shapes, and edible markers to sketch the building designs. When ti comes to cakes it’s really possible to keep your diy superhero themed food simple. remember you audience is toddlers and young kids! You can always blame your low-cost superhero cake mistakes on receiving help from the birthday boy or girl. | Play Party Plan

What could be better than a cake featuring Spider-Man, Superman, and Batman? Spider-Man is climbing up the side of the cake, while Superman holds up the second tier with Batman standing on it. Super cool! | Frog Prince Paperie

Turn any cupcakes into superhero ones with these printable superhero cupcake toppers. The buildings that the cupcakes are sitting on are super cool, too! Just grab cardboard boxes, construction paper and create a cute dessert table tablescape. | Less Than Perfect Life of Bliss

Make a Spider-Man cake with homemade fondant using this tutorial. It shows step by step how to cut and shape the cake and pull everything together. Even if you’ve never worked with fondant before, you can tackle this easy cake. | Amanda’s Cookin’

Now a low-cost, very easy Superhero cake. Grab M&Ms, maybe even pick up a store bought cake.Don’t want to try anything fancy? We don’t blame you. You have enough to worry about with planning a party. Use this easy Captain America cake idea to turn any white round cake into a patriotic cake using red and blue M&Ms. | Cleverly Simple

Superhero Party Food

When planing superhero food ideas, go with the colors of your characters. Red, blue, black, yellow – whatever the character, plan food around that. By laying colors together you can make shapes and more that bring forth the design of the food for the superhero party. For example, gather fruits and make a fruit snack board that create the head of spiderman.

You’ve gotta feed the masses. Let’s start with easy food for a superhero party. Any kid who’s obsessed with Spider-Man will go crazy for these cute strawberries! Plus, it’s a healthy-ish snack you can feel good about serving to everyone even if the berries do have a little icing on them. | Living Chic Mom

Captain America would be proud of these shield pretzel bites decked out in red, white, and blue. It’s so easy to make this superhero snack ideas, too. | A Grande Life

Turn any red punch into Spider-Man punch by simply placing a spiderweb on the front of the pitcher. Pretty clever! We also love the fruit kabobs and superhero sandwiches here. | Meaningful Mama

These ‘design your own shield’ cookies are genius! Provide sugar cookies, frosting, and blue and red candies to allow your party guests to make their own edible Captain America shields. | Play Party Plan

Mix up some Incredible Hulk punch for the party. This mean green drink is made with Sprite, lemon lime Kool-Aid mix, fresh limes, and green and yellow food coloring. It’ll quench any superhero’s thirst. | Simplistically Living

For more superhero party food ideas, why not this fun idea? Wiggly, jiggly Jell-O is always a hit with kids, especially when it looks like Captain America’s shield! The superhero cookies look scrumptious as well. Warning: I did make JELLO for a recent birthday party of my younger kids and no one seemed excited with wiggly superhero party food. Instead of layers of JELLO,w hata bout layers of fruit? Just a thought. Keep the same idea and make a start with white fondant on top. | Creative Juice

For a super simple party treat, make these edible Thor hammers using pretzel sticks, marshmallows, and edible silver food color. They’re easy to put together in just minutes. You could even send them home with party guests in small cellophane bags tied with ribbon. | Simplistically Living

Cap would be proud of this fruit platter that’s decorated with blueberries, marshmallows, cherries, and strawberries with a star bowl filled with fruit dip in the middle. | Catch My Party

Use density to create layered superhero drinks for the kiddos. The yellow and red Iron Man drink looks incredible! | The Cards We Drew

Superhero Birthday Party Décor

Decorate your superhero party with this amazing Captain America shield banner. Cut it out on your Cricut or Silhouette Cameo. Your little superhero can hang it up in his or her room after the party. | Hey Let’s Make Stuff

Making your own superhero invitations is easier than you think. Glue the printable template to a piece of yellow cardstock (or any other background color you’d like), and complete it with a photo of your child inside along with the party details. | Meaningful Mama

Use construction paper to make these cute Captain America water bottle labels for your superhero party! They’ll be quick and easy if you use circle hole punches and star punches to cut out the shapes in a jiffy. | Big Family Blessings

Make a superhero photo prop for all your guests to take pictures with. This design featuring Superman and Wonder Woman is completely adorable and relatively easy to make. | Feeling Nifty

Superhero party decoration ideas can quickly be costly. One simple way to add pop to your party is with these fun word bubbles with phrases like Zap!, Pow!, and Bam! Put them in your centerpieces, on the walls, or even on top of the cake. | Meaningful Mama

Use these Batman cupcake liners to turn any cupcakes into superhero ones. It’s as simple as printing the Batman symbols and gluing them to the front of the black cardstock cupcake liners. Pretty simple, right? | Laura’s Crafty Life

If you want to make a cute background for photos, try this colorful cityscape backdrop. For this DIY city skyline, use foam or poster board in blue, red, yellow, and black to make the tall buildings in various shapes and sizes. It makes a nice superhero party backdrop. | Meaningful Mama

Superhero Party Games and Activities

Superhero training is important. Don’t let not planning party activities become your kryptonite. For ideas on what to do at a superhero party, check out this list of hilarious superhero party games! Our favorite is the Spider-Man game. You’ll use sticky hands to try to collect as many spiders as you can on your web.

Instead of going on your own superhero obstacle courses online, you’ll find lots of other fun ideas here, too! Plus quickly download these printables so you have a full list of superhero games for kids with directions and a supply list. | Frugal Coupon Living

Make your own superhero masks. You can either set up a crafting station at the party or make these paper plate superhero masks ahead of time if you want to give them out as favors. Instructions are included for Superman, Batman, Iron Man, Spider-Man, and the Hulk. | Meaningful Mama

Cool party ideas might include a bit of art. You can, of course have superhero coloring pages but what to step it up? Have a superhero art party! This is such a fun and creative activity for kids, especially older ones who still love super heroes. It also can be used as a DC or Marvel themed party for adults. | Michelle’s Party Plan-It

Superhero Birthday Party Favors

We LOVE these bat signal flashlights! You can grab inexpensive flashlights for a buck at the dollar store like Dollar General or Dollar Tree. Don’t forget the batteries! Add a bat symbol over the glass, and you’ve got yourself a handy dandy bat signals the kids will have a blast with at the party. | Catch My Party

While these superhero lollipops have a Valentine’s Day message on the, you can certainly make them without a message. Use paper or felt to make tiny eye masks and superhero capes, using a hole punch and tape to insert the lollipops and hold everything in place. | One Creative Mommy

It’s not a superhero party if you and your guests aren’t decked out in your favorite superhero gear. Sew a quick cape (or make a no-sew version), whip up a logo on your Cricut or Silhouette, and apply it to the cape. This create an easy peasy superhero costume and doubles as superhero party favors! | Hey Let’s Make Stuff

You don’t need any special tools at all to make this cute Batman mask disguise! Simply download the template, trace it onto heavy cardstock or craft foam, and add an elastic string to go around the head. These easy and frugal masks make terrific party favors! | Laura’s Crafty Life

Grab these printable superhero masks to use as favors or as props for a photo booth. Kids and adults alike will have a blast posing for pictures with them. | Artsy Craftsy Mom

We hope you’ve enjoyed this list of superhero birthday party ideas. Pin it so you’ll have all the ideas handy when you’re ready to shop, plan, and decorate.

We love making a birthdays special. this can include events with friends or small private events with family. Take a look at this huge list of birthday party ideas for kids and don’t forget to download and print the best party games based on themes!

We loved a good themed party. Take a look look a more fun birthday party ideas for boys and girls.

You can keep parties small or even celebrate small celebrations every six months. Take a look at these…

Box of Sunshine DIY Care Package with Free Printables

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Help someone beat the winter blues with this DIY care package. It includes fun gift ideas and free printables for making a cute box of sunshine gift.

Care packages are a great way to show someone you care, especially if they are going through a tough time. You can make a care package for anyone – a friend, family member, or even a stranger. They’re perfect all year long because kindness is always in season! Put together a box of sunshine for someone today with this easy DIY care package tutorial and fun care package printable!

DIY Care Package

A care package is a gift box full of fun items. This can be a parcel or cardboard box filled with activities, foods, trinkets, luxury items and/or thoughtful gifts. They are typically sent to a person through the mail service (FedEx, USPS, UPS) but can also be hand delivered.

A care package doesn’t have to be expensive, but it should be thoughtful and personal. There are so many different ways to make a care package. You can include anything you think the recipient would appreciate, whether it’s food, activities, or just some words of encouragement. The sky’s the limit!

What do I put in a care package?

What happens when an amazing, scrapbook-loving mother of five starts loosing kids to college? She transfers her scrapbook making to college care packages. Kristen, an amazing mother and friend, has created some of the best care package ideas I have ever seen. She starts with a theme and she gets rolling with incredible items to put inside the packages.

You don’t have to be a mother of five or a former scrap-booker to make amazing gift boxes. You simply have to know what to put inside a care package. To make your own care package, start by gathering all of the items you want to include. Try to stay on a theme and go from there. Of course, the theme can be “a few of my favorite things…” (meaning personalize it to yourself and the gift receiver.)

Here are some ideas to get you started. Choose a few items from each category to make a special treat the gift receiver is sure to love!

Food Items: non-perishable snacks, candy, gum, tea, coffee, favorite foods, healthy snacks

Activities and Entertainment: books, puzzles, board games, crafts, adult coloring books

Encouragement: positive affirmations, encouraging quotes, a handwritten note, bible verse cards

Trinkets: Mugs, bookmarks, framed photo, postcard with a sweet gift message, favorite items

Once you have your care box items, it’s time to put together your care package!

Care Package Ideas

If you’re still not sure what items you’d like to add to your care package, take a few minutes to think about the person you’re giving it to. For example, a care package for a college student during exams might have some fun snacks, maybe a soft blanket, and a calendar of positive sayings.

Do they love sewing? Maybe reading is more their thing. It could be that their favorite thing in the world is you and some photos, and handmade items would be the perfect choice.

Care Package Ideas might include…

College

While many of us might have memories of late night parties and the ability to do whatever we want, college can be difficult. Being a way from home can leave college students feeling lonely and a bit insecure when it comes to new situations on campus. A college care package is perfect for reminding a young adult suffering from homesickness how much you love them. College care package ideas and opportunities are available all year long. Sweet treats and baked goods offer a taste of home during semester and final exams (add extra for the roommates!) In addition, college kids will appreciate a package offering a re-stockpile of essentials, school supplies, basic needs, and décor for the dorm room.

Military

Service members and/or military families will appreciate trinkets from home. Any family over seas or in a foreign country can tell you there are things they miss form home. Military care package ideas can include a piece of home include candies, foods and treats found in your common grocery store. This can include men and women on deployment or military spouses and kids displaced by service in a foreign country.

Birthday

You say it’s your birthday! Celebrate the birthdays of family and friends with a special occasion gift box. This can be something sent over UPS or even hand delivered yourself. A birthday care package is an excellent time to add the recipients favorite things. If working on a budget, put a birthday gift box together with the help of fellow family and friends for a really large and special care package.

Holidays

Play into the theme of a the holidays and make sure to include some of the most random holidays too. Easter, Christmas, Halloween, Valentine’s Day and St. Patricks’ Day are all perfect times to send a care package. Toss in all the themed candies and snack items that fit the holiday theme. For example, for Christmas include holiday lights, Christmas tree cakes, some of your favorite cookies, hot cocoa and maybe even an ugly Christmas sweater.

Sick

How about a care package for sick friend or cancer patient. Self-care items are excellent for those undergoing chemo, radiation or with other aliments. In a get well soon care package, add items like soup, lavender soap, chamomile tea, and other stress relief goodies like essential oils and a diffuser.

New Mom

A self care package is perfect for a new mom and young baby. In addition to a thoughtful gift for the new arrival, think of mom. What could you have used as a new mother? It’s hard to bundle sleep but what made aid in making the transition easier. Practical items might include new sleep shirt, your favorite coffee, a relaxing robe, bathtub tray or sleep mask are all excellent things she can use when around the house taking care of a new baby.

Thinking of You

There doesn’t have to be a reason for a care package for family and friends. Create a just because care package with favorite snacks and treats of a best friend, extended family or a long distance relationship to boyfriend or girlfriend.

How to Make a Box Of Sunshine

What makes a sunshine box perfect for anyone? Sunshine is a great gift theme for a friend or family member because it’s such a cheerful, happy thing. It really can be used for any of the care package ideas. Use for a new mom, cancer patient, college student, friend or even family. It’s the perfect way to show someone you’re thinking of them and that you wish them nothing but happiness!

To make your own little box of sunshine, start by gathering some of the items you want to include. We included many yellow things that are perfect for the “sunshine” theme.

Box of sunshine gift ideas can include thoughtful items like…

Banana Chips
Juicy Fruit gum
Lays potato chips
Honey
Lemon Heads
Lemon Tea
OREO golden cookies
Simply Lemonade
Popcorn
Sunscreen
Yellow socks
Sunglasses
Sunflowers and other faux flowers
Burt’s Bees lip balm
Candle
Peanut chocolate M&Ms
Pencils
Dish towel
Drink mixes
Rubber ducky
Highlighters
Glow Sticks
Sticky notes
Yellow confetti
Yellow crinkle paper shreds
Amazon gift card
Yellow balloons
Bananagrams Word Game

The list doesn’t end here. In your free box of sunshine care package printable set, there is a whole page of sunshine themed ideas in the kit, so there’s no stress trying to find the perfect items. Many of these care package ideas stick to a yellow or orange (sunshine) theme for good vibes and sheer fun!

Then find a decorative box or basket that will fit the items. Add some sunshine-themed items like sunglasses, a beach towel, sunblock, a good book for by the pool… anything that makes your friend beam.

Last but not least, don’t forget to add the adorable notes and printable tags from the box of sunshine printable PDF and you’re set! Consider printing on 8.5 x 11 sticker paper so you can cut, peel and place on the outside of the cardboard box.

Download the Box of Sunshine Care Package Printable Now

Shipping a Care Package

If you’re shipping the package, make sure to choose a sturdy box and reinforce the flaps so nothing gets damaged in transit. Fill the bottom of the box and around the items with packing peanuts or crumpled up paper. If you are using the sunshine theme, this yellow crinkle cut paper is ideal for not only a ray of sunshine when the package is open, but also for protection of contents. Filling the box with “fluff” will help keep your items from moving around too much.

There you have it! Your very own DIY care package complete with a fun care package printable and a box of sunshine that will make anyone smile. Now go make someone’s day today or plan this fun activity for Random Acts of Kindness Day!

More Cute Care Packages

Are you inspired? Want more DIY Cute Care Pcakges you can make?

Take a look at these fun gifts to send in the mail including monthly and seasonal themes as well has punny phrases! Find plenty of DIY Care Package Ideas and Printables for military members, care takers, college students, friends, girls, boys, and more.

Free Care Package Printable

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Where to buy care packages?

If you’ve gotten this far and you are completely overwhelmed with the idea of making your own care package, that is okay. For close to the same amount ask making a personalized care package, you can also buy care packages online.

The best place to find a care package is from creative sellers. Etsy has amazing care packages made by creative people. Take a look at these cute care packages you can buy.

In most cases, Etsy sellers will ship the care package for you leaving nothing but the thought to your DIY part of the present.

Our Pinterest community and I would love to see how this worked out for you. Share your care package ideas. Leave a comment here or on Pinterest!

17 St. Patrick’s Day Games Minute to Win it Style

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December 2, 2022 by Thena Reading-Franssen Filed Under: Birthday, Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Games, Instagram, Party, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media, Spring Leave a Comment

Are you ready for some fun? These St. Patricks Day Games Minute to Win it Style is perfect for family and friends! Use for family game night or a fun St. Patty’s Day themed celebration. When it comes to celebrating St. Patrick’s Day, add some hilarious and creative challenges and make it a party.

Ever since we started playing games on the holidays, we’ve been obsessed with keeping that tradition. It’s safe to say that these fun St. Patricks Day games don’t disappoint. With seventeen different games to do, you and the family will have so many options for having a blast!

The great part about playing Minute to Win It games is that they’re perfect for all ages. The kids can join in and play right along with the adults – making it an even playing field (and, in fact, sometimes the kids have an advantage in some of the games because of their agility and size!) Pair older kids with younger kids for guidance. These minute to win it group games are perfect for a classroom St. Patrick’s day party, family game night, youth group and more.

If you’re looking for fun St. Patricks’ Day activity ideas, you’re in the right spot. Find out why these 60 second games are the way to go.

Minute to Win it Games for St. Patrick’s Day

Did I mention that in one download, you get 17 printable games? That’s a lot of options – and a lot of crazy challenges. While I won’t list them all out, here is a sneak peek of a few of the games that will keep your little leprechauns on their toes.

Penny Stack

How to Play: Players might stack 25 pennies in just one minute. The kicker? They can only use one hand. The first player to stack all, wins!

Supplies: Pennies, stop watch

Gold Digger

How to Play: Mix chocolate pudding and cool whip, and then drop in six Skittles. Decide if the participants get to use hands, spoons, or their mouths to find the Skittles. The person who finds the six skittles first, wins.

Supplies: Skittles, cool whip, chocolate pudding, spoons, stop watch

Defy Gravity

How to Play: Give each person three balloons of different colors. If they can defy gravity and keep all three balloons in the air and not let them hit the floor for an entire minute, they win!

Supplies: Balloons, stop watch

Threading Rainbows

How to Play: Have a pile of Fruit Loops and a pipe cleaner. In one minute, players have to thread the fruit loops onto the pipe cleaner. The real challenge though? They can only use one hand! The team with the most loops on their pipe cleaner at the end of one minute was the winner.

Supplies: Fruit Loops cereal, pipe cleaners, stop watch

Pinch Me

How to Play: Fill a bowl of with Skittles. Each player will use one hand to pick out all the green Skittles and move them to another bowl. If they pick up another color, that candy is subtracted from the final count. Player that moves the most greens, wins.

Supplies: Skittles, bowls, stop watch

See how much fun the games are? And they’re a huge variety, too! Some have St. Patrick’s Day food, some have simple supplies you can pick up in the St. Patrick’s Day party decor section of your local store. The dollar tree is also a great resource.

No matter the game you choose, all are guaranteed to have a ton of laughter and fun.

Can all ages play Minute to Win it Games?

Absolutely. That’s the great part about these kid-friendly games. Everyone, from children up to adults, can join in on the fun. Just be sure to stay close and be ready to hop in for help as needed. You can also pair players into a mix of age groups so adults can help smaller children.

Some of these games will need parental supervision and help to get them set up and ready to play. This is why using this printable PDF pack is the perfect family-friendly option.

Supplies

Printer
Copy paper/Cardstock
Laminator (this is optional – but I love laminating my stuff!)
St. Patricks Day games for kids and adults printable (see below)

In addition to the common supplies listed above, you are going to need a few other things to be able to play the games. While this isn’t an all-encompassing list, this does give you an idea of how fun (and tasty!) the St. Patty’s Day games will be!

Popsicle sticks
Straws
Fruit Loop Cereal
Skittles
Cool whip
Pudding
Balloons
Water
Pennies
Lucky Charm Cereal
Plastic snakes
Blindfold
Bowls of various sizes
Potatoes
Cups
Cotton balls
And more!

The entire list of supplies is on the printable – but don’t worry. Most are just common items that you have lying around the house. I’ve kept this as simple as possible for you.

What’s St. Patrick’s Day Games are included?

Here is everything that you’ll get with these printable Minute to Win It Games for St. Patrick’s Day (17 awesome activities!)

Treasure Stack
Rainbow Candy Sort
Defy Gravity
Gold Digger
Pinch Me
Ring Toss
They’re After My Lucky Charms
Nose Mover
Shamrock Shake
Potato Famine Roll
Coin Bounce
Threading Rainbows
Suck It Up
Irish Who
Penny Stack
Snake Toss
Lucky Puzzle

Everything in one nice simple printable, ready to start playing right away! It couldn’t be easier!

Grab your stop watch and let’s play! The hardest part will be remaining the winner on the leaderboard*! Is the luck of the Irish on your side? Happy playing.

*Please note: Gloating is a must. Irish dancing encouraged by whomever wins!

St. Patrick’s Day Minute to Win it Games PDF

Kick off the fun holiday with these fun games. They might not be traditional St. Patrick’s Day games, but they’re certain to become a tradition in your family! Use the fun games for a family game night or take them to a St. Patricks’ Day party. This printable game set will put the play back in your party plan.

This party game set is an instant download. All that you have to do is print out the games and get started. These are perfect for a simple celebration at home with family or guests. You can also use them for classroom party with friends. The set includes instructions and a supply list.

What you get with your St. Patrick’s Day Minute to Win it PDF File:

17 St. Patrick’s Day Games Minute to Win It Style PDF Instant Download
Bonus: Minute to Win it Score Card Template

St. Patrick’s Day Minute to Win it Games Printable PDF Files

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Looking for more St. Patrick’s Day Games? Pair this fun St. Patty’s Day Game set with a fun treasure hunt. The leprechaun has left behind chocolate coins and other fun treats. Your crew can race through the house on a St. Patrick’s Day Scavenger Hunt. Leave behind a chocolate gold coin prize with each clue or a giant pot of gold at the end of the game.

More Minute to Win it Games

Are you ready for more games that are pushed by time? We love them in our house, and I think that you will love even more options, too!

This 18 Fun Back to School Games – Minute to Win it Style! will have the kids reading and excited for the school year! Pin to Pinterest.

Make sure that you play these Fun Outdoor Minute to Win it Games when the weather is nice! PIn to Pinterest.

Sixty second challenges are fun ideas for keeping the activity at a fun pace. These themed minute to win it games create excitement and lots of laughs.

See a huge list of themed holiday Minute to Win it Games. Enjoy summer, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas and more seasonal themed Minute to Win it games.

You can see the entire list of these games in the Frugal Coupon Living shop, just look under the seasonal Minute to Win it Games Ideas Tab!

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The Best Fortnite Birthday Party Ideas

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November 8, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, Facebook, Instagram, Party, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media Leave a Comment

Get ready to host the ultimate Fortnite party with these low-cost, easy-to-do Fornite Party ideas. Some of the best Fortnite Birthday Party Ideas including Fortnite party foods, games for kids, birthday party décor & more!

Fortnite is one of the most popular games on the planet, so it’s no surprise that it’s one of the most requested birthday party themes. However, if you’ve done your research, you may have found that there aren’t a lot of ready-made Fortnite themed party supplies out there. Or if there are, they cost an arm and a leg. But don’t worry; we’ve found some epic Fortnite birthday party ideas that you can make yourself.

In this list of Fortnite party ideas below, you’ll find simple ideas for the cake, cookies, drinks, and other Fortnite-themed desserts. We’ve found some simple décor that’ll help bring the theme together. If you’ve got a little time, putting together your own Fortnite party favors is a cinch, too. We’ve even found a couple of games you can play to keep the kids entertained.

Ready to get started? Let’s go with these Fortnite Party ideas!

Fortnite Birthday Party Food

Looking for a Fortnite birthday cake that’s not too hard to make? You’re in luck with this Supply Drop Cake idea. All you need is a box-shaped cake, fondant, letter cookie cutters, and a yellow balloon inflated with helium. Of all the amazing cakes on Pinterest, this is the easiest idea for the average person (not a professional cake decorator) to pull off. This Fortnite cake is a double whammy because it also makes a cute centerpiece. | Parties Made Personal

In addition to this low-cost cake idea, if you are looking for an easy cake topper. Search Google for a Fornite image and print on cardstock. Add toothpicks with tape to make your own DIY Fortnite birthday cake topper.

This Durr Burger recipe is epic. If you have the time, you’ll be the party MVP for making them. They’re pretty simple to execute, but if you’re short on time, you could always order the burgers and add the tongue and the eyes yourself. Just make sure you get tall, meaty burgers because a flat, squished burger won’t do. | The Starving Chef

How scrumptious do these Fortnite Llama Bars look? They’re almost too pretty to eat. The blondies are packed with the purple and teal colors of the Loot Llama and topped with Fortnite sprinkles to complete the look. | Cutefetti

Anyone who plays the game will recognize these V-bucks Cookies right away. But don’t worry—they’re almost effortless. Use packaged sugar cookie dough to make the cookies and decorate them with dyed icing. You can pull these cookies together in no time flat. | Hunny I’m Home

Speaking of V-bucks, these V-bucks Cupcakes are a nice addition to your dessert table. Instead of a Fornite cake, try individual sweet treats on your food table. They’re more fun than just using cupcake toppers, but they’re still easy enough that they won’t take loads of time to decorate. | Saving You Dinero

When it comes to Fortnite party supplies, having life is a must! Medkits are a hot item in Fortnite. They’re rare, but they restore you to full health. These Fortnite MedKit Rice Krispies Snacks will be a huge hit with the kids as they enjoy them and pretend to restore their health. They’re easy to make with either homemade or store-bought Rice Krispie treats, fruit roll-ups, and a bit of icing. Add labels to quickly identify the food. | Hunny I’m Home

Kids will love drinking this Fortnite Slurp Juice at your party! Make it by combining Hawaiian Punch, Gatorade, and food coloring. Follow the tutorial to get it just right—you want the drink to look layered instead of the green and blue colors mixing together. | Simplistically Living

Set up a Fortnite Party Charcuterie Board packed with lots of sweets and treats like chocolate-covered popcorn, Skittles, M&Ms, lollipops, and other purple, green, or blue candies. | Desert Chica

Fortnite Party Décor

For some super simple decor, add this Fortnite Bandage Pringles Can Craft to your table. Just print out the wrapper, use a glue stick or hot glue gun to apply to your can, and you’re all set. If you have lots of Pringles cans, you could even fill these with inexpensive favors and send them home with your party guests. They make really cute and inexpensive fortnite party decorations. | Hunny I’m Home

If you’re hosting your Fortnite party in the fall, this Tomatohead Pumpkin is such a fun idea! Of course, if it’s not pumpkin season, you can recreate this with a large red ball. | Desert Chica

This Fortnite Llama Mini Piñata can be used as decor or as a candy for a cute party favor. Just hand out goody bags before the pinata hitting. Wouldn’t it be fun if you had a llama piñata that when hit, it rained chocolate coins. It would also make an excellent decoration for your child’s room after the party’s over. | Red Ted Art

Here’s a larger Loot Llama pinata made from an inexpensive unicorn piñata from the dollar store. If you’ve seen the price on the llama pinatas in the party supply stores or online, you know this tutorial is totally worth your while. | Always Expect Moore

Use these free printable Shield Potion Wrappers to turn blue Kool-aid individual drinks into Shield Potion. Just print and tape. What could be easier? | DIY Inspired

Fortnite Birthday Party Favor Ideas

Use slime and little plastic vials with corks to make these awesome Fortnite Shield Potion Necklaces. Not only would they make excellent party favors, but the kids can make them as a party craft so they’ll have something fun to do. | Simplistically Living

Slide these Fortnite coloring pages into a gift bag along with some markers or crayons for an inexpensive party favor. There are three different coloring sheets here—a Boogie Bomb, Raptor with a Chug Jug, and a Loot Llama. | Kids Activities Blog

Make a dozen or so of these Fortnite Llama Corner Bookmarks to add to the favor bags. There’s a video tutorial, so it’ll be super easy to do, and the kids can help! What a fun bookmark to keep your place in your favorite books. | Red Ted Art

Kids can’t get enough of slime. It’s ooey, gooey, stretchy fun and pulls them away from their games for a while, so why not? Make several batches of this Fortnite Chug Jug Slime to put into small containers to give out as party favors. Put it in large jars as you see here to add to your decor. | Kids Activities Blog

Fortnite Party Games

Make sure you have this list of Video Game Themed Birthday Party Games. It’s time to put the play in your party plan. This game party set includes 12 party games for kids are sure to keep your party goers and gamers entertained with a Fortnite party theme. From capture the flag, Nerf ammo freeze tag, grenade drop and more, the party games will keep the soldiers entertained.

Find the Fortnite supply drop on the battlefield! This game can be as challenging or as easy as you’d like to make it, depending on the kids’ age levels. For younger kids, just hide the supply drops in easy spots. For older kids, put them in bushes, behind rocks, etc. This would be fantastic during a Nerf war… you could hide DIY shield potions, Chug jugs, etc. in them to “recharge” the players. These drop bag ideas can also be used a party favors and filled with prizes or goodies. | Get Your Holiday On

Set up a Nerf target practice board and bring out your stash of Nerf guns to see who has the best aim. Make sure you provide eye protection if you plan to have a Nerf war. Inexpensive sunglasses or goggles from the dollar store should work just fine. | Catch My Party

We hope this list of Fortnite birthday party ideas has helped you get inspired. Get your floss on for a fortnite dance off.

Happy planning your very own budget-friendly Fortnite Battle Royale!

Many of these Camouflage Camo Party Ideas will overlap with a Fortnite Birthday Party. Pin to Pinterest.

The fun doesn’t stop there! Make sure to keep the kids engaged and enjoying every birthday party with our 17 Birthday Party Games for Kids. Traditional Kids Party Games and Unusual Kids Party Games the kids will enjoy. Also look at our set of 50+ Kids Party Games Set.

Enjoy these Girls and Boys Party Themes Ideas for Kids, Adults, and Families.

You can keep parties small or even celebrate small celebrations every six months. Take a look at these…

Cheers to another year!

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Printable Nutcracker Activity For Kids

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November 8, 2022 by Thena Reading-Franssen Filed Under: Baby, Christmas, Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Games, Instagram, Kids, Parenting, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media Leave a Comment

Everyone knows that the holiday season wouldn’t be complete without the Nutcracker Ballet! This Printable Nutcracker Activity for Kids is so much imaginative fun. Not only can they print out the various Nutcrackers scenes, but they’ll have the printable paper dolls to go along with it, as well. When it comes to Christmas Placemats Activities, adding this printable Nutcracker scene activity to the table might be the perfect holiday addition.

Part of getting excited and ready for the holidays is thinking about all the Christmas classics from the past. Since The Nutcracker Ballet is one that everyone loves and knows, it just makes sense to have fun activities surrounding that theme!

What I love about this holiday printable activity is that it’s a great way to get the kids active and involved. They’ll love being able to turn the pages, change the scenes, and have the paper dolls be a part of the fun.

They could even have their own Nutcracker theater and put on quite the play! Have everyone in the family gather around and sit down to watch the show. It’s truly magical to see the excitement of Christmas through the eyes of the kids!

If you’re looking for fun Christmas activities, look no further than this printable Nutcracker scene. It’s a fun place-setting idea, a great interactive activity, and a fun way to get everyone excited for the holidays.

How does this printable Nutcracker activity work?

It’s as simple as printing out the pages and then piecing them together to make fun scenes from The Nutcracker. The paper dolls can be used on every page to make the story come to life.

Once it’s put together, there are parts and pieces that can be moved around and used differently throughout the rest of the printable set.

This is where creativity and imagination come into play and makes it super fun to use over and over again. Flipping the pages and having the paper dolls in various different scenes is a simple way to make this Nutcracker idea and activity unique and different every time.

Can this nutcracker printable be used by one person?

You bet! It’s a super fun activity for one or multiple! All you have to do is print, and then whoever wants to join in on the fun can absolutely do so. This is a great way to imagine and then make it happen, which is what little kids love to do!

I do recommend that there be a part of adult hands to help out with the little hands in making and putting this together. Adult supervision and help are always welcomed. (plus, the bonus of creating it together is an awesome memory!)

Supplies

Printer
Small, sharp scissors
Glue or glue stick
Cardstock or printer paper (I love this set!)
Laminator (this is optional – but I love laminating my stuff!)
Ruler or straight edge
printable Nutcracker arts & crafts activity pack on nine template sheets

What’s included with this Nutcracker theater scene printable?

In this Nutcracker printable pack for kids, there are:

printable scenes
printable directions
paper doll printables

Use this for fun Christmas Decor for Your Home or a great way to get the kids to have imaginative and creative play ideas as well.

This would also be super cute to have on the holiday table as a unique centerpiece or even a fun place mat on the kid’s plates to give them something to do with their hands while they’re waiting for dinner.

How to create a Nutcracker Travel Set

Perhaps while you create your christmas craft, turn on Youtube the classical music from the Nutcracker by composer Tchaikovsky. This might give you a little inspiration and Christmas cheera s you make your Nutcracker traveling set.

First, download and print your printable nutcracker activity set. If working with preschoolers or toddlers, have older children or adults guide them through the activity. We find cardstock works great but printer paper is just fine.

To begin, use the ruler and back blunt edge of your scissors to score the two dotted lines of Page 1. Fold both of the lines inward to form the base.

Next cut out the flap from page 2. Use the ruler and back edge of your scissors to score the single dotted line. Fold this line back.

Place the flap over the right, short edge of the base. Glue the underside of the flap to the front, outside, folding it over the base, forming an envelope.

Open the base up all the way with the white side up on a flat surface. The flap should be on the right.

Cut out the two pockets from page 3. Score along the dotted lines of each envelope and fold these inward.

Apply glue to the flaps and adhere each pocket to the bottom left and bottom right of the base. Line the edges up with the outside edges of the base page.

Next, cut out the top and side curtains from page 4. Score the curtains along the dotted lines. Fold the flaps back.

Apply glue to the flaps of the middle curtain and glue it to the top of the base, carefully centering it in the middle, about I/8th of an inch from the very top edge. After the middle curtain dries in place, flip it up.

Now, glue the two side curtains in the same manner, lining them up along each side edge of the base page. Set aside.

Cut out the three stage scenes Prom pages 5 – 7. Fold each scene in half, carefully folding, then creasing them down the middle.

Glue the back right of scene 1 to the back left of scene 2. Next, glue the back right of scene 2 to the back right of scene 3. This will create a small booklet of scenes.

Next, open up all curtain flaps. Glue the backs of the booklet in place, carefully centering it between the two side curtains and about I/16th down from the top curtain flap fold.

To change scenes, open the three curtain flaps, turn the booklet page, then place the curtain flaps back down into place.

Cut out all dancers and decorations. These items don’t have to be cut exactly. It’s Pine to leave some white space around the edges. Categorize the items and place them into the correct envelopes, Dancers or Decorations. (These would be fine laminated if you want to keep them in good shape.)

Now carefully fold the Nutcracker Kit in half. Use the flat end of your scissors or the end of a ruler to re-crease the folds so they are sharp.

Finally, cut out the long band and decorative sticker from page 2. Starting at the center front, hold the end in place, then wrap the long band all the way around the short width of the base kit, creasing the band as you go.

Apply glue to the back of the decorative snow-flake sticker to connect the band in the front. Make sure that you only glue the band together. Don’t glue the band to your base!

Enjoy your entire land of sweets travel kit during the Nutcracker season.

Printable Nutcracker Activity for Kids

Be sure to print out all that you need to create the Nutcracker scenes! Once you start putting it together, you’re going to be amazed that such a simple activity creates such an amazing result.

I’ve found that when I introduce new activities during the holidays, it’s a fun and simple way to create a brand-new family tradition that everyone loves and looks forward to.

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More Christmas Ideas and Activities for Kids

Once the kids get into the idea of creative fun, they’re going to be looking for even more printable Christmas activities that they can do.

If that’s the case, be sure to check out this Elf on the Shelf Free Christmas Countdown activity so that they’ll know when the big day is here! This nutcracker dramatic play set can even be delivered by the Elf doll. Take a look at all of our Elf on the Shelf ideas for the entire season. Pin to Pinterest.

For more Christmas crafts and activities, look at these fun homemade Christmas ornaments for kids. Pin to Pinterest.

Enjoy these Christmas Eve ideas like watching the nutcracker Christmas movie, baking a tasty recipe or making a Christmas Eve Box with your family. Pin to Pinterest.

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Christmas Eve Box Printable

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November 7, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media Leave a Comment

Want a family-friendly holiday tradition? A Christmas Eve Box is something everyone will love from toddlers, to teens and even adults. Learn what to put in a magical Christmas Eve gift box & get your free printable set now!

Twas the night before Christmas…

Christmas is a season for quality time with family and friends. What better way to get into the holiday spirit than by making your own DIY Christmas Eve box! This simple project is easy and affordable, and it’s a great way to get the whole family involved in the Christmas spirit on December 24th.

Take a look at what to put in a Christmas Eve gift box, how to make your DIY box, and how to prep for a magical Christmas day. This fun Christmas Eve Box printable is well worth printing out and using this holiday season!

What is the story behind a Christmas Eve box?

First, what exact is a Christmas Eve box and how has it become a holiday tradition? In some European countries, a Christmas Eve box is filled with small gifts and treats to be opened on the evening before Christmas. It’s a fun way to add even more excitement and anticipation to the holiday season. Inside the Christmas box are Christmas-themed objects the entire family can enjoy.

Why You’ll Love This Christmas Eve Box Printable

As the holidays approach, it’s time to start thinking about all of the fun traditions that you and your family love. One of our favorites is creating special Christmas Eve boxes filled with goodies to help make the night before Christmas even more magical and festive.

They Make the Night Before Christmas Even More Special

One of the best things about Christmas Eve boxes is that they help to make the already-special night before Christmas even more so. Whether you fill your box with cozy Christmas pjs, a festive movie, or a special treat. With the right gift items, opening up your magical Christmas Eve box is sure to get you even more excited for Santa’s arrival the next day.

They’re a Great Way to Show Your loved Ones How Much You Care

Christmas Eve boxes are also a great way to show your loved ones how much you care. The thought and effort that goes into creating a box filled with festive and personalized items is sure to be appreciated. Plus, it’s a great way to show your family how much you enjoy spending time with them during the holidays.

They Bring Everyone Together

Christmas Eve boxes are a great way to bring everyone together. If you have kids, they’ll love getting their own special box on Christmas Eve. And if you don’t have kids, it’s a fun way to connect with your partner or other loved ones. No matter who you share your Christmas Eve box with, it’s sure to be a bonding experience. This can take a place as a matching PJ night, family movie night or even a Christmas game night.

What’s in the Christmas Eve Box Printable?

Create a new family tradition this holiday season. To create your DIY Christmas Eve Box, we put together a set of Christmas printables. Instantly download your Christmas Eve Box labels and list of Christmas gift ideas and get rolling.

Included in the free printable set are…

Christmas tags – Christmas eve box labels can be used for labeling your box and adding a special touch.
Christmas Eve box ideas – a list of Christmas gift ideas for what to put in your Christmas box!
To and from sign – Your Christmas box will need a gift tag to let you know it’s to and from!

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What do you put in a Christmas Eve box?

When deciding what to put in a boxed Christmas eve gift, consider every member of the family. A Christmas Eve box should have a family focus where everyone feels included with what is inside the Christmas box

Some gift ideas for what to include in your Christmas Eve box are cozy pajamas, hot chocolate mix, a holiday movie or book, festive cookies or treats, and even small gifts.

Take a look at this list of fun ideas for Christmas Eve Box Fillers.

Christmas Pajamas
Slippers
Reindeer Food
Christmas Book
Christmas Movie
Hot Chocolate Goodies including mugs, cocoa mix, candy canes and marshmallows
Christmas Recipe Ingredients
Family Ornaments
Christmas Crafts
Seasonal Popcorn
Something to Read, Want Wear, Read Etc.

The sky’s the limit when it comes to filling your homemade Christmas Eve box with special items that will make the night before Christmas even more memorable.

Do you wrap presents in a Christmas Eve box?

It’s up to personal preference whether or not you choose to wrap the items in your Christmas Eve box. Some people like to give their loved ones a surprise by wrapping each item with wrapping paper, while others prefer to leave them unwrapped for easy access on Christmas Eve. It all depends on what will make the experience most enjoyable for you and your family.

There are few clever ways to create your “box”

Wooden Christmas Eve Box
Cardboard Box Christmas Eve Box
Individually Wrapped Presents

Make sure you grab this Christmas Eve Box printable. Use our many Christmas box labels to make your very own gift boxes this holiday season. Use a basket, wooden crate, cardboard box, or wrapping paper.

What’s your favorite part of putting together holiday gifts?

Fun Christmas Ideas

There are plenty of other ways to have fun this Christmas. Take a look at these cute family-friendly Christmas ideas that are fun for everyone.

Do you love a good holiday tradition for the family. Take a look at this list of Christmas Eve Traditions. Pin to Pinterest.

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Disney World Bucket List

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November 7, 2022 by administrator Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Instagram, Kids, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media, Travel Leave a Comment

Print this Disney World Bucket List out now, as you begin thinking about visiting The Most Magical Place on Earth! Trust me, you’ll want to make sure you do everything on this ultimate list of Disney experiences – so include it in your planning!

Disney World is probably at the top of most families’ “Must Visit” list, especially if they have small children. It’s one of the most visited vacation spots in the world each year, and it’s obvious why. Where else can you find so many characters from your childhood, so many delicious foods and treats, and so many fun rides and shows all in one place?!

There is so much to do in Disney World, you can spend an entire week there and still not see and do everything. That’s why we’ve created a list of the things you don’t want to miss on your visit. This “Bucket List” will make your vacation fun too, I’m sure, since it’s like a scavenger hunt to mark off everything on the list!

Disney World Bucket List Printable for Families

Isn’t it cute?! Just reading over the list makes me want to book a trip to Orlando right away!

I mention this bucket list is for families, but ANYONE can print it and check off the boxes.

Couples. Friends. Solo travelers. Basically, anyone planning a Disney World vacation can benefit from this list.

And it’s better to print this bucket list for Disney World as you begin planning your trip, rather than waiting until you leave. That way, you can be strategic about the 20 items on the list to ensure you get them done while on vacation.

What’s Included in this Bucket List?

Here’s the 20 items you’ll be doing as you complete this bucket list:

Meet Mickey Mouse – because who wouldn’t do this before they left his home?
Take a picture in front of Cinderella’s Castle
Take a silly “on the ride” photo – there are plenty of fun rides for this!
Buy pins for a lanyard
Find 20 Hidden Mickey shapes – No one knows the exact number there are, but it’s been reported there are 1,000 Hidden Mickeys in WDW!
Dine at Be Our Guest and try the “grey stuff”
Eat a Dole Whip from Aloha Isle – Trust me, you’ll want to try one!
Watch a Parade
Buy a Christmas ornament from Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe
Pick up the old fashioned phone in The Chapeau Hat Shop
Get embroidered Mickey ears
Get 10 autographs from characters – Don’t forget a souvenir autograph book!
Spin really fast on the Mad Hatter Tea Cups
Give Ariel a dinglehopper
Ride the carousel
Take a photo with Mickey-shaped balloons – And maybe buy a few??
Watch the Dapper Dans
Get Pixie Dusted at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique
Watch the fireworks
See the kiss goodnight at Cinderella’s Castle

Disney Bucket Checklist Set

Disney Family Bucket List Printable

We are offering this bucket list in two different colors, one for girls and one for boys. Print one or both, your choice. The red and yellow option is a bit gender-neutral, but we wanted to make one fit for Disney princess too!

Download our Disney Bucket List printable set. This set includes two styles (a yellow and red pattern and a pink and purple pattern.)

While you are in Disney World mode, be sure to check out our other Disney Printables too! Pin to Pinterest.

We also have The Best Copycat Disney Recipes if you aren’t able to take a trip to Disney World for your favorites just yet! Pin to Pinterest.

Take a look at these Seasonal Bucket Lists for Every Occasion. Pin to Pinterest.

Take a look at this awesome Disney Photo Spot Checklist and Bingo Board. Say Cheese! Enjoy a guide to the best photo spots in all Disney World parks including the Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, Epcot and Animal Kingdom. Download this free Disney Bingo checklist printable to keep track of your great photo opportunities, Disney selfie locations, & character photo challenge. This is a fun family activity for visiting the Disney parks in Orlando, Florida. Pin to Pinterest.

Are you and your family headed to the most magical place on earth? If so, you will need these fun family activities. Download and print this free Disney Scavenger Hunt and Disney World Challenges today! See how many you can check off the list! Pin to Pinterest.

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