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Cheeseburger Soup Recipe – Simple and Easy Dinner with a Twist

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August 30, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Frugal Living, Pinterest, Recipe

published date: August 30, 2022
modified datt: August 30,2022

This easy cheeseburger soup is creamy with ground beef, vegetables & shredded cheddar cheese. As a bonus, this delicious soup can be made in under 30 minutes and freezes well, which makes it the perfect weeknight meal. Enjoy this simple and easy dinner recipe with a twist! Take burgers off the grill and into the pot!

Easy Cheeseburger Soup Recipe Family Dinner Idea

A delicious way to fill you up and warm you from the outside in on a chilly day this Cheeseburger Soup definitely hits the spot. Cheesy and hearty with a generous serving of meat and tender vegetables for a soup that makes for a great meal-just add crackers or a crusty bread to complete your meal.

If you have bacon left over from breakfast (ya I never do either) you can chop a few pieces and put it over the top for a tasty bacon cheeseburger soup recipe. You can also freeze and reheat this soup for a quick lunch or dinner, let soup cool completely and put it in a freezer safe bowl with a lid.

Cheeseburger Soup Recipe Variation Options

As with any soup, there are a number of ways that you can change up the ingredients to suit your taste. For example, you could:

  • Use a different kind of cheese
  • Use diced tomatoes instead of ketchup
  • Add in some chopped onion or green pepper
  • Top with crumbled bacon or chopped chives or a dollop of sour cream

The sky’s the limit when it comes to soup, so feel free to get creative with your our flavor and likes!

Tips for Making Easy Cheeseburger Soup

Here are a few tips to help you make the best cheeseburger soup possible:

  • Start with cooked ground beef. This will save you time since you won’t have to cook the beef before adding it to the soup.
  • If you want a thinner soup, add more broth. For a thicker soup, add less broth.
  • Taste the soup as you go and adjust the seasonings as needed. This is the best way to ensure that your soup tastes just the way you want it.
  • Serve with a side of crusty bread for dipping.

FAQ for Cheeseburger Soup

Can I make this soup ahead of time?

Yes, this soup can be made ahead of time and reheated when you’re ready to eat. Just store leftovers or your prepared meal in an airtight container in the fridge and it should stay fresh for 3-4 days. You can also freeze this soup.

I don’t have parmesan cheese, can I use something else?

If you don’t have parmesan cheese on hand, you can try using whatever cheese you do have! Cheeseburger soup is a very versatile meal, which means you can use whatever is in your fridge including, swiss, pepper jack, cream cheese or Velveeta cheese for a very creamy cheesy soup!

Can I freeze this soup?

Yes, this soup can be frozen for up to 3 months. Make ahead and freeze for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. Just store it in a freezer-safe container and thaw it in the fridge when you’re ready to eat.

How can I thicken or thin my Cheeseburger soup?

You can play with the consistency of your soup. Add a cornstarch slurry or flour to thicken your soup. Add additional broth to thin your creamy soup.

Can I substitute proteins?

Play with your protein. You can substitute ground beef with shredded chicken, ground chicken, ground turkey or ground Italian sausage.

Can this be made in the slow cooker?

Yes, this would make a perfect crock-pot cheeseburger soup. Prep your meat and onions before adding all the ingredients. Add your potatoes the last hour of cooking. Make this slow cooker soup on a low setting.

How can I reduce the sodium in soup?

To reduce your sodium in this soup recipe, add only one teaspoon salt. In addition, after you cook the meat, drain the grease. You can also substitute the ground met with a lower sodium ground turkey.  Lastly, cook with a low-sodium chicken or beef broth as the base.

How can I use leftover burgers?

Use leftover burgers or cheeseburgers with this soup. On the night you have hamburgers, add a few extra to the grill in preparation for this quick and easy weeknight dinner cheeseburger soup recipe.

How to Make Easy Cheeseburger Soup for the Family

This Quick & Easy Cheeseburger Soup recipe is so comforting on a cold winter day. Even if your household doesn’t like cheeseburgers they’ll probably enjoy it. It’s one of my family’s favorite meals.

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • ½ cup shredded carrots, shredded
  • 3 stalks celery, diced
  • 3 cups chicken broth (or chicken stock)
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups milk
  • 3 cups potatoes, cubed (russet potatoes are great!)
  • 1 teaspoon parsley
  • 1 teaspoon basil
  • 2 teaspoons garlic salt
  • ¼ cup flour
  • 5 tablespoons butter

Directions:

For a quick prep time, use precut celery, carrots, onions, and potatoes. Alternatively, you can spend about 10 minutes chopping up your ingredients.

Place 2 teaspoons of butter in a large pot (or large Dutch oven) and melt over medium heat, stir in onions and sauté until they start to become translucent.

Stir in carrots, celery, and ground beef and turn up to medium-high heat cooking until beef is no longer pink.

Add chicken stock, parsley, basil, garlic salt, and potatoes, simmer for 10 minutes.

In a separate small pan, melt the remaining 3 Tbsp. butter, and whisk in flour, stirring constantly until a light golden color, whisk in milk until smooth.

Slowly add milk mixture into soup and simmer for a cook time of 5 minutes.

Add cheddar and Parmesan cheese to pot, stirring until completely melted.

Serve and enjoy!

If you’re looking for a hearty, comforting soup that is sure to please, look no further than this Creamy Cheeseburger Soup recipe! Packed with all of your favorite burger flavors, this soup is sure to become a family favorite.

More Hearty Dinner Ideas

If you are looking for more hearty recipes that are perfect for a family, we have a huge selection of family dinner ideas. These recipes are a perfect selection because they include one pot options, filling dinner ideas, and are quick and easy (a must!)

First, let’s start with additional hearty soup ideas. These 31+ soup recipes are perfect for winter and fall. Think you could take the 31-day challenge with these delicious soup recipes? This list includes a blog favorite – Copycat Panera Broccoli and Cheddar Creamy Soup and Rustic Beef Stew with Vegetables. Pin to Pinterest.

Don’t let the busy weeknight get you down. These Family-friendly Sheet Pan Suppers are easy dinner recipes for individuals on the go! Plus the clean up is super easy! Pin to Pinterest.

Looking for comfort recipes for the fall that the entire family will love? Never ask what’s for dinner and fall in love (full pun!) with this list of family friendly soup, entrees, and dessert Fall Dinner Recipes. Pin to Pinterest.

Comforting Fall Dinner Recipes for Families

Running out of dinner ideas? Take a look at these Meal Planning Ideas for Families. Over sixty dinner ideas so you can easily go two months (or longer) never repeating the same entrée. Personalize and add your own family recipes to the Meal Planning Template for a quick and easy reference. Pin to Pinterest.

Follow all Recipes  on Frugal Coupon Living as well as FCLAsh on Pinterest. If you loved this hearty soup recipe, make sure to share on Pinterest and let us know what your family thinks!

This tasty dinner post was originally published Feb 4, 2014. (That means, please forgive the original images!)

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DIY Bathroom Vanity Makeover with Behr Grey Paint

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August 15, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: DIY, Facebook, Frugal Living, Home Improvement, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media

published date: June 13, 2020
modified datt: August 15,2022

Looking for a weekend home renovation project? Transform your entire space with this bathroom remodel on a budget was under $50. Thrifty DIY Bathroom Vanity Makeover Tutorial plus the Best Grey Paint Colors form Behr.

DIY Bathroom Vanity Makeover

Bathroom Vanity Makeover Ideas on a Budget

Frugal times call for frugal measures. We have been crossing off our Older Home Improvement Renovations off one by one.  When we purchased this one, we had a bathroom that wasn’t very updated and I knew could be improved with a quick weekend project.

Our chalk paint vanity was slowly looking like a 100 year old farmhouse bathroom vanity. I don’t mean in the best way. I mean 100 year old in the sense that this bathroom needs some tender loving care. It was time to paint or replace the bathroom vanity. To save money, we dedicated a weekend to painting an old bathroom vanity.

Bathroom Vanity Makeover Before

Refinishing your bathroom vanity cabinets is a thrifty way to bring your entire bathroom to life. It can be done for under $50 with only a few essential supplies.

Bathroom Vanity Makeover Supplies

These are the supplies we had on hand before beginning our Bathroom Vanity Makeover.

Materials:

  • Vanity/Cabinet
  • Paint/Primer (we used Behr Marquee Flint Grey Paint)
  • 180-220 Grit sandpaper
  • Paint brush (Home Depot Best Seller Wooster 2 in. Paint Brush)
  • Vacuum
  •  Tack cloth
  • Screw driver/screw gun

When refinishing your bathroom vanity cabinets, also consider:

  • New cabinet hardware or hardware paint like Rust-Oleum All Surface Metallic Oil Rubbed Bronze Spray Paint and Primer in One.

The paint was about $35 and we actually had the rest of the bathroom makeover supplies. However, if you are in need of a some materials your will hit closer to the $50 threshold.

Refinishing Your Bathroom Vanity Cabinets

Follow these steps to update a bathroom vanity with paint.

First, clean your vanity/cabinet by scrubbing it with a sponge, dish soap and water and let dry.

Remove your cabinet doors, drawers and hardware with a screw driver or screw gun if you can. Label your doors and drawers do you know where they go.

Bathroom Vanity and Sand Paper

Sand your vanity/cabinet with the grain of the wood.

Vacuum dust and paint from sanding.

Use a tack cloth to wipe the vanity/cabinet.

What is a tack cloth? A tack cloth is a specialized type of loosely woven cheesecloth that is treated with a tacky material for wiping away dust and fine particles.

Tape around your edges. Tape near the counter top, walls, white trim baseboard and flooring.

Paint a primer on your cabinet (my cabinet was painted white prior so I skipped this step) and let dry overnight.

How to Remodel a Bathroom Vanity

Paint the doors and drawers on your cabinet and let dry. Then paint the rest of the cabinet. (My drawers were not removable, if yours are you can paint both at the same time) and let dry for at least 4 hours.

Paint a second coat on the doors, drawers and cabinet and let dry overnight.

Reattached the doors, drawers and add new hardware.  If you don’t want to buy new hardware, you can always re-paint the ones you had. A great hardware paint is Rust-Oleum All Surface Metallic Oil Rubbed Bronze Spray Paint and Primer in One (comes in many colors.)

Behr Grey Paint Colors

Take a look at the best Behr grey paint for bathrooms. For our bathroom makeover, we used Behr Flint Gray Paint, but there are many beautiful shades of gray for vanities, walls, etc.

Part of Behr 2020 Color Trends in the grey paint called Battleship Gray. The Behr 2020 Color Trends palette was inspired by natural elements such as sky, earth, water and plant life.

Best Gray Paint Colors

Looking for a warm gray, dark gray, a light gray? There are so many different shades of grey.

The Best Gray Paints from Behr

We found more popular gray paint colors from Behr. Paint your dinning room, living room, kitchen or renovate your bathroom in one weekend too!

  • Colonnade Gray
  • Dawn Gray
  • Dolphin Fin
  • Evaporation
  • Grey River Rock
  • Light French Gray
  • Pencil Sketch
  • Sawgrass
  • Seagull Gray
  • Still Gray

Grey or Gray

I felt a need to quick address this! You will see me use the two variations of gray and grey on this post. Gray is American spelling while Grey is British spelling. Depending on how Behr identified the color, was the version I picked up. Google will identify and interchange for you both colors when doing your own internet search.

Our Pinterest community and I would love to see how this worked out for you. Share your final bathroom vanity makeover or a space where you painted gray paint.  Leave a comment and/or add a photo here on Pinterest!

Do not forget our Older Home Improvement Hacks & DIY Renovations. We love this photo (below) from Joanna Gaines who had an older green bathroom that could not be painted or changed. A few touches and the bathroom is chic and enjoyable. Pin to Pinterest.

Also enjoy these Bathroom Storage Solutions for Small Spaces. When redesigning your bathroom, take into account some of these bathroom hacks and transform your entire space!  Pin to Pinterest.



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Chewy.com Cat Food + Dog Food

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July 28, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Frugal Living, Online Shopping

published date: April 03, 2020
modified datt: July 28,2022

Chewy.com Cat Food and Dog Food | Online pet food delivery service with deals, coupons and free shipping.

In my lifetime of having pets, I never found myself in a position of needing an expensive cat food or such careful care and attention to a cat.  This past year, we have gone through quite the challenge with our sweet orange tabby male cat. This medical issues created a very expensive surgery and a daily requirement of Hill’s Science Diet Prescription food. Through our challenges, we discovered Chewy.com Cat Food.

If you are looking for Chewy.com Cat Food or Dog Food, we have deals and cat food coupons to help you find an affordable Pet Food Delivery Service.

Chewy.com Cat Food

While Chewy.com delivery caters to both cats and dogs, this post focuses on cats as that was our personal experience with an online retailer for pet food delivery.

Chewy.com Cat Food Deals

Cat Food Brands

Chewy cat food and treats have a large selection of top brands at low prices. Dry cat food and wet food choices include some of the best cat food brands. Shop the best dry cat food including Blue Buffalo, Merrick, Halo, Wellness, Taste of the Wild, Hills Science Diet, Friskies, Royal Canin, Purina Pro Plan, Instinct and their very own Stella & Chewy’s – a holistic and organic pet food option.

I personally use their Hill’s science diet prescription cat food. They make this prescription service incredibly easy. Upload a prescription from your vet or supply Chewy your vet’s name and number.

For us, it was Hill’s Prescription Diet c/d Multicare Feline Urinary Care for our cat’s needs. They called our vet to confirm we could purchase this cat food. This confirmation was done in 24 hours and my order was shipped quickly. You also can look into Chewy Pharmacy for free shipping on pet meds, as well.

Chewy Cat Food Deals

The reason I began using pet food delivery was because of Chewy.com’s low prices and promo codes. I was able to have the pet food delivered straight to my home and I began earning discounts for continuous auto shipping.

Is Cat Food Cheaper at Retail or Pet Stores?

One thing my vet, pet stores and retail stores could not offer me was delivery to my home, instant savings and a continuous cat food savings. In fact, what secret won’t your veterinarian tell you? How to save money elsewhere!

Actually, that was opposite for me. Once my vet assigned my cat prescription wet cat food, she recommended I look into Chewy.com for cat food coupons.

How to Save Money on Cat Food

Thankfully, I was lead in the right direction to show me how to save money on cat food. Save on your first order. With Chewy.com, save 30% on your first autoship order plus get free 1 to 2 day shipping on orders over $49 with no shipping fee!

Additionally, Chewy is not only convenient with fast shipping, you can save money on continuous pet food delivery with the autoship option. Save an extra 5 to 10% on future cat food autoship orders. You can select the timing of your orders making them a few weeks apart or even a few months apart. Pet parents will appreciate that they can adjust frequency of your shipments at any time.

Pet Pharmacy

One of the best things about Chewy.com is their pet pharmacy. Simply upload or mail your dog or cat prescriptions and have it shipped or even auto delivered to your home. It’s take the fuss of running to your local pharmacy or veterinary office to pick up your pet’s medical needs. This can include common medications like flea and tick meds or other pet prescriptions to address medical issues.

Pet Food, Pet Products, & Pet Supplies

Of course let’s not forget our other friendly creatures.

Shop

  • Chewy Dog Food

  • Chewy Cat Food

  • All Chewy Pet Supplies

If you have a dog, cat, fish, bird, small pet, reptile or even a horse, look into Chewy.com for pet food and supplies, dog toys, products, prescriptions and more.

Take advantage of pet coupons and promo codes while shopping Today’s Deals at Chewy. Free shipping on orders over $49.

For dog lovers, follow our Dog Hacks and Tips. Pin to Pinterest.

And for your human kids or four legged cuddly kitties, take a look at these Purr-fect Cat Party Ideas. So much fun ahead. Pin to Pinterest.

This post has been updated. Originally published April 3, 2020.



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The Best Bachelorette Party Ideas

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June 6, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Frugal Living, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media

published date: January 10, 2022
modified datt: June 06,2022

Some of the best bachelorette party ideas and themes for a bride to be and her bridesmaids. Clean hen night ideas to create life long memories with friends. Before you begin planning the festivities, save these party ideas and download the Bachelorette party games printable. We promise it will bring a memorable night!

The Best Bachelorette Party Ideas


The clocks ticking and soon this missy will be come a Mrs. Have fun planning one of the most memorable nights for your bride to be. We found some creative, fun and CLEAN ways to throw the most unforgettable Bachelorette Party. From fun printables and free invitations, ways to enjoy a cocktail, and ideas for an evening out or in! Have fun on your hen night!

Bachelorette Party Games Printables

Before you get started, make sure you are ready for some fun. Whether hosting a bridal shower, bachelorette trip, bachelorette weekend or just a girls night out, these Bachelorette Party Games will be all you need. Mad Libs, trivia, categories, truths and dares are exciting activities, but try something different this night with these unique party games for adults!

Bachelorette Party Games Printable

Give your hen party a fun twist, Included in this set are 17 best bachelorette party games, a bachelorette scavenger hunt template and bachelorette charades cards (both filled in and blank.) The girls party games include directions and bach party games supply list to keep you organized.

Fun bachelorette party Games

This printable bachelorette party games is a fun spin to a lively night. The set includes clean bachelorette party games and a few “implied” naughty bachelorette party games. Put the play in the party plan and fit these games to what is best for your bride and bridal party.

17 Bachelorette Party Games Printable PDF

What are good Bachelorette Party Games?

The party games for the girls includes popular adult drinking games, only classier!

  • Ring Chop

  • Junk in the Trunk

  • Pin the Kiss

  • First Kiss

  • Name that Quote

  • Bachelorette Charades

  • Prosecco Pong

  • Weenie in the Bottle

  • Put a Ring on It

  • Bachelorette Scavenger Hunt

  • In the Hole

  • Ball & Chain

  • What’s in Your Phone

  • Rom-Com Movie Drinking Game

Plus more! An example of a fun bachelorette party game ideas includes a favorite of mine – Prosecco Pong.

How do you play prosecco pong?

This Bachelorette game is played like the classic beer pong, only classier, with Prosecco. Poor a bit of Prosecco in 12 plastic wine glasses. Six glasses in a triangle shape on opposite sides of a table. Each team takes turn throwing a ping-pong ball into the other team’s cups. Once a opponent then drinks the contents of the cup. If both teammates hit cups, the balls are rolled back and they get to shoot again. there is no looser. Everyone is winner with a sip of bubbly wine as the prize.

Unique Bachelorette Party Ideas

Of course, before the celebration gets started, you need guests. Save money and keep the budget low cost with these free Bachelorette Party Invitations! Now you can spend money other places. | Design C orral

free Bachelorette Party invitation

Create a Champagne Bar with Modge Podge, large gold glitter, ribbon and straws. Voila! This could also be quite decorative for your drinking game – Prosecco pong! | My Crowned Expectations

DIY Bachelorette Party Decor

keeping in the theme of the bling! Serve a diamond filled breakfast the night after – carbs is a gift everyone in the squad after a night out! Scratch the egg white spinach omelets and serve a sugar donut treat! We can worry about our wedding diet tomorrow! | Fiskars

Bachelorette Party Breakfast


I just think this idea is so fun and should best be photographed in the morning – someone is bound to be guilty of something! The bridal party needs a mug shot before and after the Bachelorette Night Out! Bonus points for who comes up with best hangover mug shot! | Source Unknown

Bachelorette Party Mug Shot Ideas

We couldn’t keep it low-budget without a free bachelorette party printable. When taking your morning after photos, consider this Countdown to Lock-down Free Mug Shot Printable for your Bachelorette Night Out! | Evermine

Bachelorette Party Printable

For a lot of laughter, download this Free Printable and Game – Bachelorette Balderdash. Play for a hen night oruse as a bridal shower game. | Designs by Miss Mandee

Bachelorette Party Games Balderdash

Non-alcoholic, fancy drinks, wine, beer, water or whatever, when toasting, don’t forget these Edible Glitter Ice Cubes | A Subtle Revelry

DIY Bachelorette Party Ideas

Not into drinking glitter? We get it. If you like the drink, put a rink in it with these Diamond Ring Ice Cube Molds perfect for the crew.

Bachelorette Party Drink Ideas

Pamper the bride before the big day with these free DIY Spa Party Invitations. So cute and frugal! | One Charming Party photo from Darling Darleen

Bachelorette Party Invite

Give the princess one last hurrah! Bachelorette party guests wear a tutu and boots! This screams a perfect night in Nashville! | Amanda Burton Design (Link no longer available.)

Bachelorette Party Outfits

Everyone pick up a cute pair of panties. Not only do you have a fun and festive decoration, the bride goes home with a pretty sweet gifts of lingerie. Add to your display blindfolds, bras, outfits, handcuffs and more! | Glorious Treats

Bachelorette Party Lingerie Ideas

No good Bachelorette weekend goes without a copy of Bridesmaids! | Hostess with the Mostess

Bachelorette Party Decorations

Keep the bridal party together, but have a back-up plan in case one gets lost! Instead of stickers, grab this very cute Temporary Bachelorette Tattoo! | Etsy (more Bride & Bachelorette Party Tattoos)

Bachelorette Party Tattoos

Another fun way to keep the party together is a light up diamond ring! You are sure to spot a bright ring if it goes astray!

Bachelorette Party Light Up Rings

It’s all about Amanda…. or whomever! For your bachelorette bash, everyone grab a Pink Boa, the bride gets a White Boa! These make a cute Bachelorette party photo idea. Grab those memories with photos! | 100 Layer Cake

Bachelorette Party Photo Ideas

This is a frugal idea – write on balloons with Black Sharpie or Gold Sharpie! You could also write wishes to the bride and release them in the sky – find balloons that are safe for release! These are easy and low-cost Bachelorette party décor ideas. | Decorating Ideas (link no longer available)

Bachelorette Party Balloons

Ride the waves in style. Bring fun floats to the beach like a Flamingo Float or Pineapple Float | The Bach and Love Always, Audrey

Bachelorette Party Photo

It doesn’t matter your age, we can all take advice from Seventeen Magazine like what are the All-Time Best Girl Movies. Gather your Girl Movie DVDs and get ready for a girls night in. PJs required. (Photo Source Unknown)

Bachelorette Party Movie Ideas

When watching these Rom-Com (romantic comedy) movies, add this Rom-Com Bingo Game from Frugal Coupon Living. (Enter your email address here to get this free printable!)

You can see more in our Galentine’s Day Party Ideas (which actually are quite perfect for a hen party!)

Bachelorette Party Rom Com Bingo Printable

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Pick up this free printable – Kiss the Miss Good-bye! It’s a guest book of your bridesmaids and friends’ lips! We think adding a cute signature or message would be fun! | Something Turquoise

Bachelorette Party Ideas with Lipstick

Dress the wedding party up in something feminine and relaxing – there are dozens of choices for floral bridesmaids robes and they are cute for your bride tribe on the wedding day! | Southern Weddings

Outfits for Bachelorette Party

Take a sip out of this. Have fun and cheers with a Bachelorette Party Piñata donkey. They make excellent party favors for all your guests. | A Beautiful Mess

Bachelorette Party Pinata


Consider this Hand Stamped Spoon Tutorial for a Wedding or Shower gift with free printable! Pin to Pinterest.

Also get our FREE Bridal Shower Recipe Printable – Pin to Pinterest.

Post originally published May 7, 2017. Updated January 10, 2022.



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Memorable Family Game Night Ideas and Tricks

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June 6, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: DIY, Facebook, Frugal Living, Instagram, Kids, Pinterest, Social Media

published date: January 29, 2017
modified datt: June 06,2022

Memorable Family Game Night Ideas and Tricks

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We LOVE family game night. We often have it once to two times a month (if not more.) Below are some tips and tricks I learned to making the most of our (and your) family game night. Find alternative ways to store games, how to hold cards, ways to enhance the theme, how to award the winner and more! Happy game night!

Looking for creative Family Game nights games that don’t include the screen? What about ones that create laughter and endorphins and photographic memories for a long time? Be sure to grab these 46 Family Game Night Bucket List Ideas with 18 Minute to Win it Games.

These  family game ideas come with instructions and a supply list using many household items. Use for family game night, small gatherings, youth groups, or birthday parties. Also include Charades cards templates, scavenger hunt and unique minute to win it game ideas.

Family Game Night Bucket List Set PDF

Family Game Night Ideas

Invite everyone (even if they are under your roof!) Print these FREE Family Game Night Invitations both in Monopoly and Scrabble | eHow

Have a rotating Handmade Rotating Family Game Night Trophy – every time there is a winner, they hold the trophy until the next family game night! | Written Reality

Make your own game with a Personalized Guess Who Family Game Night |Instructables


Take a look at this family game night hack, How to Pause a Monopoly Game! | Pretty Handy Girl

Create your own unique Homemade Family Game Pieces | ABCs of Crazy

Jenga is fun alone, but give it a twist with this Jenga Upcycle – Family Truth or Dare! | Inspiration Made Simple

Don’t go hungry! Have Family Game Night Food, create your own sliced pizza| The Baker Mama

… and if you are doing personalized slices, make sure to include this Family Pizza Order Form Printable | Over the Big Moon

Wrap drinks in Monopoly Money for a festive Family Game Night table | Parties on a Penny

Have small hands that struggle to hold cards? Take a look at this Family Game Night Hack, a Pool Noodle Upcycle Card holder | Brown Bag Teacher

Another solution for small hands is this egg carton hack to hold your family game night cards | In Light of the Truth

We love this Upcycled Chip Clip to hold cards, another Family Game Night hack for little hands! | Prince William Living

Decorate the home with a family game night banner, how about using these FREE Printable Scrabble Letters!? | Fuzzimo

Do your small Family Game Night pieces end up everywhere? Store cards and came pieces in an upcycled plastic cheese container (this one from the dollar store) | The Kim Six Fix

We also love these Diaper Wipe Container ideas – upcycle your old plastic bins for easy game storage! | Jazzie and Tahlia

Are you over the game storage ideas, one more (I promise.) Also store games in expandable folders, this is great for board games that fold up | Pink Daisy Girl

Go all out and decorate the wall like a Twister Board Upcycling Paper Plates | Life is Beautiful

Anther fun award idea for the winner for for every participant, is to glue candy to a ribbon for a Family Game Night Medal | Little House Studio

Stop messing up the board sliding your game back and forth! Make this DIY Game Board Lazy Susan | Refashionably Late

If your family loves family game night, others will too! Give the Gift of Family Game Night (with FREE Printables!) | DIY Mommy

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  7. Apples to Apples
  8. Hedbanz
  9. Gesstures
  10. Cranium
  11. Monopoly
  12. Qwirkle
  13. Bounce-Off
  14. Yahtzee
  15. Game of Life
  16. Cards Against Humanity
  17. Beat the Parents
  18. Trivial Pursuit
  19. 5 Second Rule
  20. Bounce-Off


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Best Will You Go to Prom with Me? Promposals Ideas

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April 12, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Frugal Living, Instagram, Kids, Pinterest, Social Media

published date: April 12, 2022
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The best Will You Go to Prom with Me? Promposals Ideas and over the top Homecoming Proposal Ideas. Memorable high school prom proposals that involve everything from balloons, rubber duckies to really adorable puns! Take a look at the best prom sign ideas below and be sure to share yours in the comments!

Best Will You Go to Prom with Me? Promposals Ideas

Best Prom Sign Ideas - Prom Proposal Ideas

Where has time gone? It feels like just yesterday I was worrying about who was going to take me to prom and how they were doing to do it. So much pressure as a teenager to fit in, do the right thing, and create memories with your friends! We hope to eliminate some of the prom pressure with these over the top Promposal Ideas.

What is a Promposal?

What is a Promposal? Prom promposals are marriage proposals for high schoolers (okay not quite as extreme as marriage, but similar in prep!) They are an adorable way they ask one another to prom, homecoming, or Sadie Hawkins dances.   We collected the best Will You Go to Prom with Me? Promposals Ideas. Memorable high school prom proposals that involve everything from balloons, rubber duckies, to flowers, to really adorable puns! Enjoy!

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over the top homecoming proposal ideas

Prom & Homecoming Proposal Ideas

We have some of the best cute promposal ideas to ask a girl or even a boy. Enjoy these high school dance proposal ideas including prom, homecoming and Sadie Hawkins dance ideas.

With whichever idea you choose, make sure you share your picture with us on Pinterest so we can get ideas for the best prom sign ideas you used. We would love to see your homecoming dresses and of course how your prom & homecoming asking ideas for high school turned out.

Have a lucky girl? For this homecoming poster to ask a girl, try would you be a lucky duck to have someone special as your date to prom? I would be one lucky ducky if you’d be my date to prom! Be sure to get plastic ducks for this promposal idea.| Source

Who doesn’t love flowers? This is a cute promo proposal idea! Plus as a romantic gesture, it leaves the girl with something left to dry (and keep) after the proposal! You can find a deal on red roses here. | Only Women Stuff

Take me out to the ball game – using Red SOLO Cups, spell PROM and add a question mark if you have extra cups. In addition, let your lady choose yes or no on the baseballs provided!  It looks like he used just under 100 cups for this idea (we counted 97 cups.) You can grab a pack of 100 SOLO cups here. Hopefully he hit a home run. If you have a soccer or basketball star? Consider adding a soccer ball, volleyball or basketball for the same general idea. | Source


Another cute idea, have you seen the movie Up? How about incorporating the theme and asking your date, “Are you UP for Prom?” with this Prom Idea Proposal. To keep the promposal theme, you could grab this UP Scrapbook for your prom adventure. | Source

Have a best friend? Why ask a mister, when you can ask a sister? This is perfect proposal for your BFF. In keeping with the theme, these gold/diamond BFF necklaces would be cute with a fancy dress. | Source

We have more adorable prom proposals ideas. In this over the top promposal idea, Will you goat to Pr-AAA-am with me? If you can’t get a real goat, try this stuffed goat. She can keep it as a stuffed animal. I mean incorporating a goat, makes you a keeper. | Source

This is idea is great for a swimmer or lifeguard and is is totally giving us Sandlot Movie Vibes – “I’d pretend to drown to go to prom with you!” | Source

Pick your prom date with this guitar pick proposal. You can pick up a personalized pick for prom, homecoming, the ball or whatever you choose!

Get those lungs ready, it is going to take a lot of breath to blow up all these balloons – Prom Balloon Proposal. This pack of 100 12-inch balloons is very affordable! I think you’re going to need a third party to help you with these prom balloons. | Source (link unavailable)

Will you go to prom with me cupcake promo proposal. This clear carrier will hold 12 cupcakes. | Source

Since we are such a perfect match, will you be my prom date? Matchbox Proposal. | Source

What is your prom theme? homecoming ideas themes can be incorporated into how you ask. For example if your prom theme is a chance or even Monopoly, try this Take a chance and go to to prom with me. Make sure you have a Monopoly Board for this prom proposal. You could also make a chance card out of an orange poster board, and say Take a chance, go to prom with me!| Source

Don’t let me go solo to prom! Grab your Red Solo Cups for this cute Red SOLO cup prom and homecoming proposal.  You could also add the song, Red Solo Cup by Toby Keith and play it in the background. | Only Women Stuff

I’d love to go to the dance with you when pigs fly! Pick up pink balloons and pink curling ribbon for this pig promposal Prom Sign Idea for a high school dance. | Source

Spell it out with candles for this Prom Candle Promposal. You can get a pack of 400 tealights here. | Source no longer available

Change your name in her phone, then give her a call! Prom? I hope she answers and says yes! | Source

LEGO to prom? Grab a LEGO plate and this 560 piece of building bricks will be helpful!  | Source (Unavailable link)

I know this is cheesy but prom? Find pizza coupons here. | Source (link unavailable)

This punny prom proposal idea is so cute – I couldn’t bear going to prom without you! As a result she has an adorable lovie for a keepsake and you get the best funny prom sign idea! | Source

This is a cute prom sign idea with food. Donuts are the bomb, do me a favor and come to prom! To fit your prom theme, after the dance, give her this Thanks a Latte (for a wonderful night) printable card!| Source (link unavailable.)

Best Prom Sign Ideas

More of the Best Prom Sign Ideas

These were just a few of the best masquerade ball, homecoming and prom sign ideas. Take a look at these other cute ways to get to Prom. These 10 Prom Signs are funny and lovely!

  1. This is hard to espresso, but I’ll take a shot…  Prom? Add fun Starbucks or coffee cup ideas.
  2. Will you light up my night at prom? Place the message on a galaxy with planets or space theme poster board.
  3. You’re the only Chick I wanna go to prom with! In this prom sign idea, make sure to delivery some tasty nuggets and fries form Chick-fil-A.
  4. Wanna grow to prom with me? Deliver this message with a bouquet of flowers.
  5. I’m seeking a date for prom, will you be my golden snitch? Any Harry Potter fan will love this wizard themed proposal.
  6. Give me the green light! Be the Daisy at my prom! Have a lantern with a green light and a bouquet of daisy. This is perfect for a Great Gatsby themed prom.
  7. Que… so… Let’s taco about it. Want to go to prom with me? Make sure you have Taco Bell tacos on hand. Who can say no to tacos. Bonus points for doing this on a Tuesday aka Taco Tuesday.
  8. You’re hot like Wasabi, wanna roll with me to prom? Sushi is perfect for a beach or under the sea themed prom.
  9. Mickey needs Minnie, just like Tigger needs Pooh… wanna go to Prom with me? Can you create this in a Disney font? It would be fun! Give her something to hug like a little gift Disney Store stuffed animal.
  10. I’d be soa-lighted if you’d go to prom with me! You know what to add… her favorite soda!

How did it go? Did your crush say yes? Drop a comment on social media or tag us on Instagram with your prom sign ideas. Make sure to use Hashtag #FrugalCouponLiving.


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16 Invisalign Hacks and Tips To Make Your Treatment Better

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published date: June 02, 2019
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Invisalign Hacks. Are you a new patient to Invisalign? Take a look at these sixteen Invisalign tips and tricks to make your Invisalign Treatment even better!

16 Invisalign Hacks and Tips

Invisalign Hacks and Tips To Make Your Treatment Better

Disclosure: I am not a doctor, dentist, orthodontist or medical professional. This post is not affiliated with Invisalign. Please consult your orthodontist before beginning any of the listed hacks or tips with Invisalign.

I did it. At age 37, I became a “brace face” mother of five. I never had braces as a kid and there has been one canine tooth that has always driven me crazy, especially with a smiling profile view. It really sticks out. I allowed that tooth to go for years until in frequent visits my dentist kept telling me “you would be a good case for Invisalign.” I ignored his nudges but began to notice my own problems. It became clear I have a cross bite in the back and my gums began to recede. The joys of getting older. Finally, done with having babies, I found an opportunity to take care of myself.

Frequently Asked Questions about Invisalign

As this post has become more popular, there have been a number of frequently asked Invisalign questions. Many of these questions are addressed below in our Invisalign tips, but here are a few quick and easy cliff notes.

How long does Invisalign take?

The length of treatment depends on your teeth and how often you change your trays. It is important to note, when your dentist quotes you a treatment plan, ask if this includes the treatment plan for aligners. Some dentist will give you a certain amount of time and then when aligners come, treatments can go months longer.

Where can I get a discount on Invisalign?

I found a discount for my Invisalign on Groupon. Once I found my savings, I then found my orthodontist. I loved the practice so much, I stayed with them as my primary dentist too.

How often do I change my clear aligners?

On average you will change aligners every 7 to 14 days. Please follow the guidelines of your dentist as every smile is different. You may get to change your aligners more often, if you have a vibrating ortho device for clear aligners to help your teeth shift. This may have you changing aligners as often as every 5 days.

How can my Invisalign treatment go faster?

Do not rush your clear braces treatment. Stay within the guidelines of your orthodontist.  If you are looking to speed up things treatment can go faster with a vibrating ortho device. Consult an ortho first.

Is it normal for teeth to be loose with Invisalign?

Yes! Your teeth will be loose from Invisalign as your teeth shift. Show your orthodontist any loose teeth within your regular checkups. This way he/she can monitor if this is normal or concerning.

Smile Direct vs Invisalign

Are Smile Direct Club and Invisalign are the same? No. They are two different companies.

If you are looking for clear aligners, there are two names that immediately come to mind. Smile Direct vs Invisalign. To investigate which was best for me, I did my homework. I sat at the dentist office and asked questions. I asked about Smile Direct vs Invisalign.

If you too are deicing which clear aligner brand is right for you, don’t rush into things. Make Two Important Appointments  1.) Book a FREE 30-minute Smile Direct appointment 2.) Visit your local dentist/orthodontist and see what plans they have too.

If you are like me, it’s easy to rush into a decision. Moving your teeth is an incredible journey and it’s important to do it right and to do it in the way you feel most comfortable.

Best Invisalign Accessories

My first week of Invisalign was hell. I am not going to lie. I have 22 brackets and they were really awful to put on. Additionally, my clear aligner was really tight, I was not used to the whole “planning” to eat thing and my mouth was bleeding. Installing the clear attachments, the dental hygienist tugging and pulling, really cut up my mouth during that first visit. However, once I left that dentist chair, my mouth began to heal.

The Invisalign treatment became my own at home. I was getting use to a routine of when to eat and brush and slowly things got better. I learned about some of best Invisalign accessories to get me through the process. After about one week, I no longer regretted my decision. In fact, though over a year long, I was looking forward to the results of when I was done.

List of the Best Invisalign Accessories Printable

As you make the Invisalign journey your own, make sure to download our FREE Invisalign Accessories Checklist Printable PDF.  A list of the top 12 Invisalign accessories that will help you on your clear aligners treatment and braces journey.

Can Invisalign be sped up?

About two months into treatment, I was really comfortable with my routine. My orthodontist mentioned being able to to change the number of days I wear each of my aligners with the aid of a vibration device. At the time, I was switching every 8 to 14 days and he mentioned I could get as few as 5 to 6 days for each new aligner. This would cut my Invisalign treatment by months but the device was $450. With five kids, that was not in the budget.

Vibrating Mouthpiece for Invisalign

I searched high and low for a similar device and could not find one until I found the Orthorush Soft Vibrating Device on eBay for $54. Similar to a very popular brand name, I pop the device in my mouth for 10 minutes in the morning and 10 minutes in the evenings. Since I was using a “knock off” brand, he would not let me change my device more often than every 6 days, but every day helps.

SHOP ORTHO VIBRATING DEVICE FOR INVISALIGN

I did find when using this device, my follow-up appointments showed correct movement. When I slacked on the device, he reminded me I need to be using it!

Grab your Orthorush Soft Vibrating Device here.

As my treatment moved along, I began researching Invisalign treatment. I didn’t want the “dentist” explanation, I wanted to see what had worked for patients and made their experience better. In my research, I decided to compile for you, 16 Invisalign Hacks and Tips to make yours (and my) treatment better! Leave a message and let me know what works for you! Together we can get through this process. I would love to hear your own hacks and tips to make this whole process endurable!


More Invisalign Tips & Tricks

Does it get easier to remove Invsalign?

The answer is yes, it gets easier to remover Invisalign. Thought it might eventually feel quick and easy to you, It’s not a visual you want to leave in other’s minds. Please remove your trays in private.

I highly recommend going to the bathroom or another room to remove your trays. Your aligners do accumulate some degree of saliva and pulling them from your mouth may not be a pretty sight plus it’s not very sanitary.

Invisalign Cleaner

When do you clean aligners?

Clean your aligners when you eat. Your clear aligners get gross. No matter how many times you brush, they just pick up plaque, saliva, you name it. The first and best hack is, clean while you eat.  I picked up Retainer Brite Cleaning Tablets, which I keep in my kitchen. When I am eating, I toss a Retainer Brite tablet in water and allow it to soak for at least 15 minutes. While nothing will perfectly whiten Invisalign trays, they really look so much better! When I am done eating, I brush my teeth and to polish the Invisalign aligners with my toothbrush. For a better clean, you could pick up an Ultrasonic Cleaner (this is the one I use!).


You can’t bite your teeth with Invsalign?

Even though you can’t bite your nails with Invisalign, say good-bye to polished manicures. Initially it was hard to get my aligners out. Once I got the hang of it, they came in and out really easy. However, it takes the help of your nails/fingers to get them out. Either kiss manicures goodbye or pick up a little tool called an outie, an Invisalign tray removal tool. and keep those pretty nails.

Invisalign Hacks Toothbrush Travel Kit

Have a travel toothbrush to clean your teeth.

You will want to carry a toothbrush, toothpaste, a floss pick in your bag. You will not regret it. Another Invisalign accessory I keep in my travel set is an Aligner Chewie. You use Aligner Chewies to help close any air gaps between your teeth and your Invisalign aligners. Insert your Invisalign and bite on your chewie to perfectly place on your teeth.


How to get rid of sharp edges on clear aligners.

Sometimes a new tray is rough around the edges. How do you shave down Invisalign?  If you find yourself with a sharp edge, you can use a nail bugger to gently smooth down the area irritating your check or gum. Be careful not to shave down too much or you might damage the tray or the purpose of that set of aligners. They are shaped intentionally to make your teeth shift!

Invisalign App

Use the Invisalign App as a Calendar.

Initially I found this app a waste, but as time went on, it really became helpful. Not only can you track your progress with photos (if you wish), you can get alerts when it is time to change your aligner. This was very resourceful because when you are not on a 7 day change cycle, then the day of the week is always different.  You can also see your calendar history and future. See future change dates, see your end date (loved having that goal!) and see how long you wore each aligner (i.e. first aligner was 10 days, third aligner was 8 days.) The app also has a time so you can track how long your aligners are out when you eat. Remember, Invisalign recommends use for at least 22 hours a day!

Invisalign Welcome Kit

Have multiple cases.

Have multiple cases for storing clear aligners. Initially I was rolling my aligners in a paper towel when I took them out to eat. This of course was not wise, because paper towels get tossed. Try to have multiple cases. Your kit comes with one, but you can get more online. I preferred three cases. One in the bathroom, one in my purse, and one in the kitchen. If I worked out of the home, I imagine I would want a case in my office too.


Invisalign Whitening Foam for Clear Aligners

Can I put teeth whitener in my Invisalign?

Yes! Get Whitening Foam.  Invest in the White Foam Clear Retainer Cleaner. Maybe only in my mind, but I found it to really help whiten Invisalign trays and more importantly, my teeth! In fact, I had a friend ask how my teeth are still so white. I am a whitening snob, have been one as long as white strips have existed. This was my solution to keeping white teeth while I had Invisalign. I found it cheaper online (I used Subscribe and Save every 3 months) than at the dentist office. Alternatively, you can use this Smile Box Teeth Whitening Foam for less! Again, use subscribe and save at checkout.


How do you remove lipstick from Invisalign?

Kiss Lipstick Goodbye and go for dramatic eye makeup to draw away form your lips! I wore a lot of Chapstick. However if there is a special occasion, you might ask yourself can you wear lipstick with Invisalign? Well of course but here is the bad news. Lipstick can get stuck on your clear aligners. L If you must wear lipstick, look for a long lasting matte like Covergirl Outlast All-Day Lip Color.

If you find yourself with a lipstick stain, try this trick to remove lipstick from Invisalign. Mix a solution of hydrogen peroxide and baking soda on a toothbrush. Use the tooth brush to scrub the lipstick stain off. If they stain cannot be removed, then don’t worry about it staining your teeth. If this solution doesn’t work, it’s not going anywhere.


Careone Ibuprofen for Invisalign

When do you switch invisalign trays?

Switch Aligners at Night.  Switch aligners at night and pop ibuprofen. I feared each new change, but it wasn’t that bad. I am someone who prefers something night over something loose. I like tons of blankets on me when I sleep, I love the feel of Spanx, etc. So when a new set went in, it just reminded me I was setting my teeth in place. It wasn’t that bad but I did typically use ibuprofen for the first 24 to 48 hours.

Bubly Mango Sparkling Water

What liquids can you drink with Invisalign?

Try drinking sparkling water with clear trays in your mouth. Drinking was the hardest change for me. I am a coffee sipper. I drink it all day. Everyday, I found myself never getting a full cup of coffee and sometimes I was taking ibuprofen for a headache, not for teeth pain.  I have read varying answers on this but for me sparking water was great!

Of the Invisalign eating and drinking tips, learning I could drink sparkling water wearing Invisalign was a win.  Mango and Grapefruit bubly Sparkling Water was a friend of mine. The bubbling allowed my stomach to be tricked into feeling full between meals and i find of felt like the fizz was helping to clean my teeth (perhaps it wasn’t; perhaps it was mental.)

Can you drink white wine while wearing Invisalign?

Honestly, you can drink anything, but anything with color will slightly stain. The only time I cheat is when I know I am changing my trays that evening.  When you change, take your own aligner and new one and compare the colors. You will see!

Does Invisalign turn teeth yellow?

The attachments stain really easily. Be sure to brush especially after drinking things like coffee or red white. I would really recommend skipping red wine for a rose or white wine. If you cannot get to a toothbrush and toothpaste quickly, swish with water, but I would not go very long without! Remember, do not drink anything but water when your aligners are in. If your teeth are beginning to stain too, consider picking up a Teeth Whitening Gel Pen. They won’t break the bank and still keep your smile sparkling or go back to our tip about whitening foam!


Clear Invisalign Trays

Can I throw away my old aligners?

Hold Onto Your Old Trays. Okay, this might seem a little strange at first glance. Why would you hold onto your previous set of trays once you graduate to a new set? There might be a reason you need to go back, like a tooth not shifting. One time, a few days after an aligner change, I lost one of my aligners. I had to go back to my old set white looking for my lost tray! I found it outside in the grass, talk about a lucky find! If in this case, I did not find it, I would be waiting a few days for my orthodontist to get a new set made. By wearing an old aligner, you prevent your teeth from shifting back or regressing in your treatment.

Invisalign Retainer

Keep your teeth white with Invisalign trays

Once done, you can use the Last Aligner Tray to Whiten Your Teeth. Your last tray makes the perfect delivery method for a teeth whitener. Grab a whitening gel and insert in your tray and follow the directions of your gel. Perhaps you can ask your orthodontist for a professional gel at the end of your treatment.  When you are done with your treatment, I would suggest the AuraGlow Teeth Whitening Kit with Gel Syringes. Over 5,000 positive reviews!


Fluoridex Prescription Toothpaste

Can you use toothpaste on Invisalign?

Yes! Scrub those clear trays babies clean. In fact, get multiple toothpastes. I found myself using three different toothpastes. I preferred a toothpaste that was strong like Crest Whitening + Scope. I also, switched over to a Sensodyne Whitening on days my teeth were more sensitive. My doctor also recommended a prescription toothpaste for my receding gums. I used the prescription Fluoridex toothpaste at night to help protect my enamel when I slept.


Do you lose weight when using Invisalign?

You might lose Weight. I did manage to lose weight on Invisalign. Initially, I began to eat 3xs a day but I ate larger meals to prevent myself from getting hungry. During the beginning, I did not lose any weight. Eventually, I embraced this time of “not being able to eat” and watch the meals I ate 3xs a day adding more protein in my diet. After making changes to my own diet/intake, the reduction of snacks I ate a day helped me loose 8 pounds. It was also work on my own end but I was giving into the deterrent of my Invisalign trays not allowing me to snack.


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Christian Easter Crafts Round-Up Featuring Resurrection Eggs, Gardens and Rolls

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February 18, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Easter, Free, Frugal Living, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Spring

published date: March 09, 2015
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Christian Easter Crafts featuring Resurrection Eggs, Resurrection Gardens and Resurrection Rolls Recipes. Use with Sunday School Lessons or Home Schooling Curriculum Crafts.

Christian Easter Crafts – Resurrection Gardens


Why do we celebrate Easter? As Christians, we celebrate Easter because it recognizes the RESURRECTION of Jesus. Jesus was killed by crucifixion on a Friday (Good Friday) and then actually came back to life on the following Sunday (Easter.) Easter is often adorned with bunnies, eggs, and pretty dresses, but there are many ways we can still incorporate the “cute” things of Easter by not forgetting the reason for this season.

Before you get started, be sure to save this Easter Games List PDF for gatherings large and small, family Easter parties, youth groups, neighborhood playdates and more. See more Easter Games for Kids.

Easter Games List Printable

Matthew 28:6 “He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay.”


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Christian Easter Crafts – Resurrection Gardens

::Resurrection Gardens:: Using a pot, rocks, dirt and other creative resources, a resurrection garden is a fun way to plant grass seed and remember the empty tomb that lie in the garden.

Kids Resurrection Garden with Potato Tomb from Oh Amanda

Clip Art from the Resurrection Garden and Tomb from Kleuteridee

DIY Mini Resurrection Garden from We Are That Family

Calvarys Hill Garden Craft from Cranial Hiccups


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Christian Easter Crafts – Resurrection Eggs

::Resurrection Eggs:: The lesson on the empty tomb can also be taken to Easter Eggs. You can make your own resurrection eggs or grab a kit. Fill the eggs with simple items like a cross, nails, rock, bread, and more.

DIY Toddler Resurrection Eggs from Wait ’til Your Father Gets Home

Resurrection Eggs Bible Verses Printable from Frugal Coupon Living

20 Minute Lesson and Resurrection Eggs from Little Bit Funky

Amazon also has Resurrection Eggs if you do not want to make your own.

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Christian Easter Crafts – Resurrection Rolls, Cookies and Easter Breads

::Resurrection Rolls:: One of my favorite lessons, and one of the most yummy treats, are the disappearing Marshmallow Rolls…. Just as the tomb was empty, so are the marshmallows. Have fun with other Easter Breads and Treats too!

Italian Easter Bread from A Homemade Living

Bunny Bread from Frugal Coupon Living

Resurrection Rolls with Disappearing Marshmallows from Eat at Allies

Resurrection Cookies from A Little Bit Crunchy, A Little Bit Rock n’ Roll

Resurrection Cinnamon Rolls from Passion for Savings


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