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Easy Ice Cream Party Brownie Sundae Recipe

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August 17, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Birthday, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media 1 Comment

published date: August 03, 2019
modified datt: August 17,2022

Gather your ingredients for your next ice cream party with this brownie sundae recipe. A chocolate dipped bowl, a brownie, vanilla ice cream, sprinkles, syrup and a cherry, twist up this traditional dessert!

Ice Cream Party Brownie Sundae Recipe

Anyone can toss ice cream on an ice cream cone! Why not spruce up your traditional go to dessert when a chocolate-dipped waffle cone bowl and an individuated brownie ice cream sundae.  This sundae recipe is perfect for an ice cream party or a just because after dinner treat. It’s incredibly easy to make, just prepared your brownies ahead. You will need a 3.5 inch round cookie cutter (we love this set because it has a ruffle size and a smooth round side.)

Hosting an Ice Cream Party? If you can get your hands on a pumpkin, make this Ice Cream Cone Pumpkin. It was a hit this past fall! Also print and decorate with these fun Ice Cream Party printables.

Brownie Ice Cream Sundae Ingredients:

  • 1 boxed brownie mix, prepared
  • 1 package waffle bowls
  • 1 package melting chocolate
  • 1 package vanilla ice cream
  • Rainbow sprinkles (we used both rainbow nonpareils and standard size)
  • Chocolate syrup
  • Maraschino cherries
  • 3.5 inch round cookie cutter

Yield: 9 sundaes


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Easy Ice Cream Party Brownie Sundae Recipe

  • Author: Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living
  • Yield: 9 1x
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Ingredients

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  • 1 boxed brownie mix, prepared
  • 1 package waffle bowls
  • 1 package melting chocolate
  • 1 package vanilla ice cream
  • Sprinkles
  • Chocolate syrup
  • Cherries
  • 3.5 inch round cookie cutter

Instructions

  1. Prepare brownies according to package instructions and cut out round pieces to fit inside a waffle bowl using a around 3.5 inch cookie cutter.
  2. Prepare the waffle bowls by melting the chocolate according to package instructions. Place the melted chocolate in a shallow bowl that is wide enough to dip the top of the waffle bowls in. Dip each bowl into the melted chocolate and sprinkle sprinkles around the edge while the chocolate is still warm. Set the bowls aside to allow the chocolate to set.
  3. When the chocolate on the bowl has hardened, place the round brownie pieces inside each bowl.
  4. Top the brownie with a scoop of ice cream. Drizzle chocolate syrup over the ice cream and top with additional sprinkles and a cherry.

Notes

Tip: make sure the brownies are under-baked. Overcooked brownies will make eating the sundae difficult to eat without breaking the waffle bowl.

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Brownie Ice Cream Sundae Directions:

First, prepare brownies according to package instructions and cut out round pieces to fit inside a waffle bowl using a cookie cutter.

Tip: make sure the brownies are under-baked. Overcooked brownies will make eating the sundae difficult to eat without breaking the waffle bowl.

Next, prepare the waffle bowls by melting the chocolate according to package instructions. Place the melted chocolate in a shallow bowl that is wide enough to dip the top of the waffle bowls in. Dip each bowl into the melted chocolate and sprinkle your sprinkles around the edge while the chocolate is still warm. Set the bowls aside to allow the chocolate to set.

Tip: If preparing for a party, your job is done thus far. Set everything aside until your party.

When the chocolate on the bowl has hardened, place the round brownie pieces inside each bowl.

Finally, top the brownie with a scoop of ice cream. Drizzle chocolate syrup over the ice cream and top with additional sprinkles and a cherry.

Enjoy!


Don’t forget these fun Ice Cream Party Printables. Pin to Pinterest.

Ice Cream party ideas printable ice cream decor and games

Save this unique recipe, Banana Split Sticks. Pin to Pinterest.

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Easy Indian Dinner Recipes

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May 18, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media Leave a Comment

published date: July 13, 2021
modified datt: May 18,2022

Want a savory dinner recipe the family can enjoy? These Easy Indian Dinner Recipes are second to naan. Perfect your favorite and the most popular Indian foods in your kitchen. Tested, tried and true!

Easy Indian Dinner Recipes

If you follow me on Instagram, you know that the country of India is apart of both my husband’s and my heart. It’s kind of shocking if you look at both of us. My husband has no idea how many generations back his American family goes and I am a first generation American with a Cuban born father. Why India?

Well my husband spent almost a year living in India. Once, with Campus Crusade for Christ another time with work. The people became a part of his heart and before we got married, I promised him I would take a trip over there. It took our 5th wedding anniversary for me to finally got there but instantly our hearts had another thing in common, our love for India and it’s people.

Because of that love, a common Google search for our family (okay really me, because I am the cook) …

What should I eat for dinner tonight Indian?

If you want to take your taste buds on a trip across the world, enjoy  some of the most popular Indian recipes. I’ve gathered some of our family’s favorite easy Indian dinner recipes so you too can enjoy flavorful Indian spices of cumin, clove, cinnamon, turmeric, coriander, and cayenne. Use these fun recipes for your family or at your next dinner party.

Indian Spices Tip: a few things you should know about Indian spices 1.) Indian dishes use a lot of spices, so buy in bulk or large quantities. 2.) Quality Indian spices on line are not cheap. Look around, but don’t be intimated by the sticker price. Trust me, the flavor is worth it! I personally like the Rani Brand Spices.


What is the most popular food in India?

One important fact about India is there is a northern and southern region and Indian cuisine can vary by locations. The difference between southern and northern Indian food? North Indian food get’s it’s influence from countries it borders and includes thick curries, kebobs including chicken and lamb as common meats. Southern Indian food is vegetarian-focused with lentils, beans, vegetables, and rice. Southern Indian recipes have coastal influences like fish and shrimp as well as touches of coconut milk thinning out curries.

Best Indian food for dinner

Common Indian foods for dinner include…

  • Butter Chicken
  • Naan Bread
  • Biryani
  • Tandoori Chicken
  • Tikka Masala
  • Aloo Gobi
  • Chicken Korma
  • Lamb Curry
  • Red Lentil Dal
  • Chivda
  • Besan Ladoo

Let’s get started with these easy dinner recipes for families. Don’t worry, we will find things that aren’t too spicy but are spicy enough. These are Indian dishes are second to naan (insert pun). We have used in our home with our kids from as little as 9 months. They will be loved by kids and adults, for your immediate family and guests.

Easy Indian Recipes with Chicken

I really appreciate crock-pot Indian dinner recipes. It allows time for the Indian spices to simmer in the meats. This flavorful Slow Cooker Butter Chicken recipes is made with cauliflower. It is delicious, low carb, and a keto-friendly recipe. | Well Plated

Part of eating a northern Indian recipe includes chicken on a stick. Tandoori chicken originated in the northern Indian city of Delhi, the national capital of India. This Tandoori Indian Chicken Kebab Recipe is flavorful and pairs well with a homemade tzatziki sauce (Indian yogurt sauce with cucumbers, garlic, salt, olive oil, and herbs.) | Whole and Heavenly Oven

Bamboo Skewer Tip: Always soak bamboo skewers in water before grilling.

Fun fact, some say Chicken Tikka Masala originated in Scotland. Whether you agree with this tale or not, we can all agree today Chicken Tikka Masala is known as a classic Indian dinner recipe. This slow cooker chicken tikka masala is the homemade version you’ve been dreaming of… Let it simmer all day in the Crock-pot for a bold, richly flavored Indian dish. | The Chunky Chef

One of the most popular southern Indian dishes is Biryani.  While I will be truthful in saying nothing Biryani is easy, this is the easiest Biryani recipe we have been able to find that tastes most like our favorite Hyderabad restaurant, Paradise Biryani! Because of it’s multi steps, make this rice dish on a weekend  – wink! | The Delicious Crescent

Honorable mention: My Gorgeous Recipes has a really easy chicken biryani recipe but not as close as the famous Paradise Biryani.

Chicken korma can vary by color, a rich yellow to a deep orange. I find the yellow chicken korma to be closest to the right flavor. This Easy Indian Chicken Korma is 25 minutes from prep to cook. Serve over basmati rice. | Easy Peasy Foodie

Easy Indian Recipes Vegetarian

Don’t let this beautiful vegetarian Indian recipe intimated you. this Instant Pot Aloo Gobi has 5 minutes of prep time and only 20 mintues to cook. | My Ginger Garlic Kitchen

One of my favorite dishes served over long grain rice is Indian Red Lentil Dal. So tasty and vegan friendly. This is the perfect plant-based Quick Red Lentil Dahl is rich, fragrant, and packed with protein. | The Wanderlust Kitchen

What makes this Easy Samosas Recipe, easy is the refrigerated piecrusts and refrigerated mashed potatoes. It saves you the steps of mashing your own potatoes and making your own dough. Tip: Instead of frying the oil, prepare and make in the air fryer. | Real Simple

This Easy Chickpea Curry is the perfect weeknight dinner: it’s quick and easy to make chickpeas, it comes together in one pot, and it uses staple pantry ingredients. | Host the Toast

Guess what an Indian salad is made of… cucumber, tomatoes and onions and it’s amazing. Create this homemade Kachumber Salad Recipe, perfect for summer! | Sprinkles & Sprouts

More Easy Indian Recipes for Beginners

You can’t eat an Indian dinner without Naan.  Often Naan is used as the utensil and in many restaurants if you want a fork, you have to ask. If you lack a tandoor oven (I am sure you do), use a cast-iron skillet to create soft Indian Naan – Puffy and with beautiful brown blisters just like Indian restaurants. Add butter and garlic, or keep plain and let the spices from your dish do the flavor popping. | Rasa Malaysia

Easy Indian recipes paneer

Do you love cottage cheese? Paneer is a homemade soft cheese made by curdling milk with lemon juice. You can serve this cheese curd over many Indian dishes. | Recipe Tin Eats

easy dosa recipe

Similar to a pancake in America or a Tortilla in Mexico, Dosa is a thin batter-based dish. it is excellent at a side or appetizer. Simply dip in Chutney or spiced curries. | Veg Recipes of India

Northern India is known for Lamb Curry. This Indian Lamb Curry from prep to finish within hour with and easy homemade curry spice mix and creamy tomato sauce. Fall apart tender and yum! | Dinner then Dessert

Bengali Shrimp and Cauliflower with Peas is super fast, easy and delicious–the perfect healthy weeknight dinner. | The Spiced Life

Indian dessert recipes

Besan Ladoo is one of the most popular Indian sweets. Made with flour, sugar and butter (ghee), this Indian dessert requires only a handful of ingredients but tastes amazing! | Cook with Manali

You won’t find this Indian snack mix on a restaurant menu, but we are quite obsessed. Using corn flakes cereal, make this super savory trail mix called Chivda. Good enough to eat for a meal! | Madhu’s Everyday Indian

Vegetarian Dinner Ideas

You can turn any Indian dish with meat into an Indian vegetarian dish and visa versa. Just swap chicken/lamb with cauliflower and visa versa. If looking for more vegetarian dinner ideas, enjoy these Meatless Monday Recipes. Over one year of vegetarian cuisines. Pin to Pinterest.



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Mermaid Party Clam Cookies

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April 21, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media, Summer 5 Comments

published date: May 26, 2018
modified datt: April 21,2022

Hosting a mermaid party for the little mermaid in your life? These easy to make Mermaid Party Clam Cookies are the perfect mermaid party food! Every mermaid will love these adorable and tasty seashell cookies.

Mermaid Party Clam Cookies

Mermaid Party Clam Cookies

Got a kid at home who’s having a mermaid party? Need a cute snack for your next Under the Sea Adventure? These Clam Cookies are the perfect party food for your mermaid extravaganza! They are totally delicious, beautiful to look at, and best of all, only take about 10 minutes to make! Vanilla wafers, your icing colors of choice, and edible “pearls” come together in one adorable little treat. You can even make a mermaid party activity out of it and let the kids assemble their own seashell cookies. The kids will have fun creating something on their own with minimal supervision on your part. You can prepare the supplies ahead of time and mix together the icing colors. Then, just set them out on the table before the party. They will really enjoy getting to pick their colors and doing something hands-on. Plus, letting your mermaid party guests take the wheel means one less thing for you to prepare before the shindig starts!

Why do we love these Mermaid Party Clam Cookies?

These seashell cookies are fantastic for an under the sea themed birthday party, a mermaid slumber party with the girls, as a snack for a movie night featuring The Little Mermaid, or just because! And for those who don’t have the best baking skills, you won’t even need to turn the oven on to enjoy these seashell cookies. They are just about as close to foolproof as you can get!

What do I need to make these Mermaid Party Clam Cookies?

To make your own adorable seashell cookies, you’ll need just four simple ingredients:

  • Vanilla Wafers
  • Vanilla Marshmallow Frosting
  • White Sixlets Candy
  • Food Coloring – We used Purple, teal, pink, & yellow


Mermaid Party Clam Cookies

Directions:

  1. Divide frosting equally into 4 bowls. Add 1-2 drops of food coloring and mix well.
  2. Spread about 1 Tablespoon of frosting on each vanilla wafer. (You can also pipe on if you prefer.)
  3. Add one “pearl” (Sixlet) towards the front of the frosting and top with a plain vanilla wafer.
  4. Enjoy this fun treat!

Makes about 2 dozen clams.

We have some creative Under the Sea Party Ideas but also take a look at these Mermaid Party Ideas too!

MERMAID PARTY IDEAS

  1. Ocean Water | Kara’s Party Ideas with recipe on Frugal Coupon Living 
  2. Mermaid Party Favors with Free Tag Printable | Val Event Gal
  3. Cheesecake Dip | Chocolate Covered Katie
  4. Starfish Wands | Sea Lane Studio
  5. Fish in a Bag Slime | My Frugal Adventures (consider replacing with a mermaid)
  6. DIY $5 Mermaid Backdrop Tutorial | Rain on the Roof

Find plenty of Mermaid Birthday Party Ideas on Etsy too!

The Best Mermaid Games

While you are working up an appetite. Make sure you play the fun Mermaid Party Games. Then finish them off with your tasty mermaid party food recipe. Print now!

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Mermaid Party Clam Cookies

  • Author: Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 24
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Description

Hosting a mermaid party? How about something under the sea? We love these easy to make Mermaid Party Clam Cookies. This food craft is something simple for the kids to even create!


Ingredients

  • Vanilla Wafers
  • Vanilla Marshmallow Frosting
  • White Sixlets Candy
  • Food Coloring – We used Purple, teal, pink, & yellow

Instructions

  1. Divide frosting equally into 4 bowls. Add 1-2 drops of food coloring and mix well.
  2. Spread about 1 Tablespoon of frosting on each vanilla wafer. (You can also pipe on if you prefer.)
  3. Add one “pearl” (sixlet) towards the front of the frosting and top with a plain vanilla wafer.
  4. Enjoy this fun treat!

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Mermaid Party Clam Cookies


If you are hosting an under the sea party, we’ve got more treats in store for you! Take a look at these fun Summer Crab Beach Cupcakes! Pin to Pinterest on your Summer, Party or Dessert Boards.

You can make a whole under the sea squad! Pair your crab cupcakes with these Giant Squid Cupcakes. Pin to Pinterest.

For some more inspiration, get ideas from these these Beach Inspired Party Ideas. Pin to Pinterest on your Summer or Party Board.

It could be fun to serve our Cotton Candy Cupcakes at your mermaid inspired party! The colors seem on point to me. Pin to Pinterest.

Ready to party? Keep the kids entertained with these 50+ Kid’s Party Games – indoor, outdoor, birthday party, small gathering, minute to win it and more.



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Kindergarten to High School Time Capsule Printable

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April 5, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Back To School, DIY, Facebook, Instagram, Parenting, Pinterest, Printable, Recipe, Social Media Leave a Comment

published date: April 05, 2022
modified datt: April 05,2022

Learn what is a time capsule and what to put inside. Plus, download and print this adorable Kindergarten to High School Time Capsule Printable: A printable time capsule to keep throughout your child’s school years filled with the best of memories.

Time stands still for no one and that is especially true when your kids are growing up. Turn back time and celebrate how things have changed with a time capsule! This time capsule printable is so much fun and it’s a great way to keep those precious memories alive.

What is a Time Capsule?

A time capsule is a container that is filled with items that represent a specific time period. Time capsule ideas are items including anything from photos and clothes to toys and trinkets.

The purpose of a time capsule is to put these items in the keepsake and bury it somewhere so that it can be opened at a later date to remind people of what life was like during that time. Burying it, might just be putting it in the deep crevices of a utility room or other hidden room in the house. A perfect time to open this is a milestone event like a birthday, graduation or wedding.

What to Put in Your Time Capsule?

what to put inside a time capsule photos

There are no set rules for what you should put in your time capsule, but here are a few ideas to get you started:

  • Photographs of you, your friends, and your family
  • Newspaper clippings from the time period
  • A list of songs that were popular during that time
  • Movie tickets or posters
  • Clothing items from the time period
  • Sports memorabilia

In our time capsule worksheets, we include the following…

  • Teacher
  • School
  • Photo
  • Favorite Subject
  • Favorite TV show
  • Favorite Movie
  • Favorite Book
  • Favorite Song
  • Favorite Food
  • Favorite Activity
  • Favorite Saying/Quote

The sheets also provide an opportunity to answer the following time capsule questions…

  • When I grow up I want to be…
  • My best friends are…
  • I’m really awesome at…
  • After school I like to…
  • Next year I look forward to…
  • This year I got better at…
  • Something new I learned

How to Make a Time Capsule?

There are lots of different ways to make a time capsule, but here is one easy way to do it:

  1. Choose a time capsule container. This could be anything from a cardboard photo box to a plastic Sterilite container with a lid.
  2.  Decorate the container however you like. You can paint it, draw on it, or use stickers to decorate it.
  3. Collect items that represent the time period. As mentioned earlier, these could be photos, newspaper clippings, clothing items, etc. Anything that is important during the time you’re representing works.
  4. Put the items in the container and seal it shut. The sealing process depends on how you’re going to store the container until you open it. If the plan is to bury the time capsule, you’ll want to make sure it is sealed tightly so that water cannot get in. If you’re going to store it inside, a simple piece of tape over the lid will suffice.
  5. Choose a date for when you want to open the time capsule. This could be 5 years from now, 10 years from now, or even 50 years from now.
  6. Label the container with the date and a description of what is inside.
  7. Bury or store the capsule somewhere safe.

How to Open a Time Capsule?

There are two ways to handle a time capsule. The first way is to simply bury it and forget about it until the date that you have chosen to open it. The second way is to store it in a safe place and then open it on the date that you have chosen.
If you want to bury your time capsule, it is a good idea to mark the spot so that you can find it later. If you choose to store your time capsule, make sure to put it in a place where it will not be damaged by water or bugs.

Printable Time Capsule Ideas

printable time capsule worksheets

Now that you know all about time capsules, why not try making one of your own? This printable time capsule template is the perfect way to get started.

This colorful printable is designed to be put together when your child enters kindergarten and opened when they graduate. It’s a great way to remember all the things that were important during their school years.

The time capsule printable PDF set includes an informational page and pages for each year of school. To use them, print out the time capsule worksheet PDF and fill them out each year on the last day of school.

Last Day of School Time Capsule Includes:

  • Pre-K Time Capsule Worksheet
  • Kindergarten Time Capsule Worksheet
  • First Grade Time Capsule Worksheet
  • Second Grade Time Capsule Worksheet
  • Third Grade Time Capsule Worksheet
  • Fourth Grade Time Capsule Worksheet
  • Fifth Grade Time Capsule Worksheet
  • Sixth Grade Time Capsule Worksheet
  • Seventh Grade Time Capsule Worksheet
  • Eighth Grade Time Capsule Worksheet
  • Freshman Year Ninth Grade Time Capsule Worksheet
  • Sophomore Year Tenth Grade Time Capsule Worksheet
  • Junior Year Eleventh Grade Time Capsule Worksheet
  • Senior Year Twelfth Grade Time Capsule Worksheet

What you get with purchase:

  • 16 Last Day of School Time Capsule Printable PDF Instant Download Sheets

Unlike the type of time capsule that is buried, you’ll store yours in a safe place in your home so you can access it each year and add to it.
Add the completed forms with photos and a few special items to the container so that when graduation rolls around your family has a sweet reminder of your child’s journey.

graduation party decorations for the best outdoor graduation party ideas

It makes a perfect Graduation Party Idea. It is instant graduation décor that literally tells a story. Hang on a graduation party banner – perhaps glue each sheet to scrapbook paper and hang using Photo Clip String Lights – and see how your child has grown and changed from pervious years.

Just print it out your Time Capsule Printables and make it unique to your child. Use year after year with all your children and their siblings. Enjoy making your time capsule!

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How to Print at Staples

Don’t have a printer? You can print at your local print shop or your Staples Printing Center. Watch this video for how I print my PDF documents at Staples.

Our Pinterest community and I would love to see how this worked out for you. Share your DIY child’s or family time capsule craft.  Leave a comment here or on Pinterest!

More Family Traditions and Fun Ideas

In addition to creating a family’s  time capsule, enjoy these Family Traditions. Some of our favorite family memories come from this list including family game night, Valentine hearts on the door, and early birthday time capsule interviews. You can even look at the birthday time capsule in these birthday ideas.  Pin to Pinterest.

Speaking of a fun tradition! Take a look at these Last Day or School Ideas. Our favorite end of the year idea was silly string. Of course the beginning of the school year needs traditions too.  Pin to Pinterest.

Speaking of end of the year traditions, Enjoy these End of the Year Printables. Perfect for teachers, the classroom, families and parents. Pin to Pinterest.



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Thomas the Train Party Ideas

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March 18, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, Facebook, Home Improvement, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media 3 Comments

published date: November 07, 2021
modified datt: March 18,2022

Toot Toot. The party train has gathered some memorable Thomas the Train Party Ideas for your little one! Gather inspiration from other moms who created the perfect train birthday party with Thomas and his friends!

Train Party Ideas

There’s two, there’s four, there’s six, there’s eight…. okay, really there are twenty fun and creative Thomas the Train Party Ideas for your toddler birthday boy or girl!

Our little man is turning two and in an effort to perfect his party, I had to gather Train Party Ideas to perfect his day and maybe help in perfecting your day too!  From creative entrances, unique party favors, ways to display your food car, and cute party favors, we have an abundance of memorable themed party ideas for your little conductor!

Toot Toot! Happy birthday!

Thomas the Train Birthday Decorations

You don’t have to break the bank when decorating for a Train Party. Decorations can be as simple as balloons, free party banner printables, and tape to create train tracks. Take a look at these low-cost Train Party Décor ideas.

Toot Toot! The party train is leaving the station and inviting guests to come aboard. Any little train lovers will adore the train tracks to this party. I love how red balloons flank the porch lights. Follow the tracks. Choo Choo party fun ahead!| Nellie Design

Want a freebie? We do too! Download your FREE Printable Train Birthday Banner – Happy birthday! Print, cut, and hang on ribbon or yarn. I suggest printing at Staples for quality printing. | Doodle Bug Designs

One more freebie. Download a Free Yellow Railroad Crossing Printable. This can be hung many places around the home. Put it on the wall, at the door, in the yard, etc. | Printable Signs

Thomas the Train Party Food

We have to share our Character Cake Tutorial – you guys this is so easy and can be done with any character – Thomas, Percy, Emily, Toby and other thank engine friends! Using a classic Thomas color sheet, take a look and figure out our Birthday Cake Hack! | Frugal Coupon Living

For tasty treats, look at this! It’s like party decorations and party food in one. We love this display of fun ideas for setting up your food table! I love that this train set offers quick and easy clean up. Use bread pan tins from The Dollar Tree and toss at the end of the party. | Amidst the Chaos


Red, yellow, green… These Stop Light Fruit Kabobs are great for your railroad crossing. If you worry about tooth picks and smaller kids, have adults guide the fruit to the child’s plate taking off the bamboo skewer or alternatively, make small fruit individual fruit cups for each party guest. Ding, ding, ding. | Bebeh Blog

Another cute ideas for your Train Food Cars. It looks like painters tape makes the tracks. Painters take make adorable train tracks on the table and also gives you an outline for your Thomas birthday party food. | Kristine’s Kitchen

Train party tip! Use train cookie cutters to shape mini sandwiches or cookies. Ideas for sandwiches include ham, peanut butter and jelly, egg salad, and more. Be aware of allergies. | Get the Train Cookie Cutters Here

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What is your little conductor going to wear? Personal touches are a must to let your little one shine. We love this Personalized Thomas the Train Birthday Outfit. Don’t forget the boys overalls! | Little Lulu Designs

Did you know that Dollar Tree plastic table cloths can create a great backdrop for a photo booth. In addition, create memorable photos with these Train Photo Booth Props. All Aboard! | Get Them Here

What are you going to gift your guests? Pick up these adorable Thomas the Train Party Favors Boxes (also in a pattern not for a two year old!) Find items like small toys to fill the box. | Orange Party Duck

This is the best for birthday fun and is so simplistic. Make own homemade Thomas the Train Costume. Include many of the popular Thomas the Train characters like Percy, Thomas, Henry, and more. Have train boxes for each one of the kiddos. | Hello, Wonderful

Another freebie – yes, please! Download your Free Printable Thomas Water Bottle Labels. These would not get wet, well. It would be best to have your water bottles displayed on a table instead of an ice chest. Cheers! | HaleGrafx

These are cute Party Favor Ideas – Train Whistle, Banana and Conductor Hat (all together in a set on Amazon!) Everyone will have lots of fun with that wooden train whistle. | Get The Train Party Favors & Costumes Here

How are you inviting your passengers? These Personalized Train Ticket Invitations are so cute! They make a perfect, frugal friendly Thomas the Train Birthday Party Invite. | Coral Balloon

Turn your paper straws into a Birthday Railroad Crossing. It would be very easy to make this on your own. Simply use a word document to make the X railway sign and buy paper straws. | Whirligigs Party Co

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More Free Thomas the Train freebies. Download these free Thomas the Train Tank Engine Thank You Notes. Sometimes what happens after the party is just as important as what happens during the party. Teaching your son / daughter to say thanks is important. What would Sir Topham Hatt do? | HaleGrafx

Make a sign for a Luggage Carousel or Baggage Claim for Party Favors or Present Drop Off. This gives you pretty train party décor but also is a great way to see your conductors and party guests out. Make sure everyone claims their baggage! | Project Nursery

Train Party Activities & Games

What will your passengers do? Download these Free Thomas the Train Coloring Pages and get coloring. Display crayons on a table and use a fun party activity. | Mom Junction

Looking for a Thomas the Train Party Idea – Toss the Coal is cute! This party game will be a blast for young kids.  | Catch My Party

Train party Games

Want more Thomas the Train games? Take a look at the Frugal Coupon Living store where we have plenty of ideas for Kids Party Games including Train Party Games. It’s time to put the play in your party plan. Purchase a set, download, and personalize by changing characters and words to match train themes.

 


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Ready to party? Keep the kids entertained. Take a look at these 50+ Kids’ Party Games – indoor, outdoor, night, birthday.

We have more party ideas for your little one. Take a look at these Blue’s Clues Party Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

Looking for a Poke Ball? These Pokemom Ideas are quite creative. Pin to Pinterest.

For more theme birthday party ideas, also check out our Star Wars Party Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

Thomas the Train Birthday Party post originally published August 19, 2018.

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Princess Party Games

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If you had a magic wand that could sprinkle fun on our child’s princess birthday party, it would produce these engaging Princess Party Games.  Enjoy these royal stamp of approval girl games, princess snacks & princess-themed party ideas.

Princess Games to Play

Is your princess having a birthday soon? Throw a fun party fit for a princess with fun princess party games that entertain her and her friends for hours! Your little princess will be so thrilled with the royal treatment that she’ll be talking about it for years to come.

We have put together some Princess Party Ideas including princess activities to play with your guests. Here are some creative ideas including some Disney princess inspired games to play that will make your child’s party the best in all the land.

Princess Games to Play

Enjoy being a part of the fairy tale with these fun princess party games! There’s something for everyone whether your princess loves to get active with a game like the Mermaid Tail Relay or prefers a more laidback activity like a Princess Wand Making craft.

Here are a few of the games your princess can look forward to:

Princess Cake Walk: Cut out different sized pieces of cake and have the kids march around the room to music, stopping at each piece to eat it. The child with the smallest piece wins a prize.

Dress Up Contest: Have your guests dress up in their royal best and walk on stage for inspection

Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo: Cinderella fans will love this magical take on Duck Duck Goose. Use a magic wand to tap princesses for an extra touch of fun!

Poison Apple Bop: Keep the poison apples in the air, but once the music stops… POP! It’s time for a fun princess challenge hosted by the Queen herself.

Magic Carpet Rides: Join the excitement as this Princess Jasmine spin on musical chairs takes your party to new heights. Kids love this prince and princess game and will hurry to make sure they find a spot to sit as the music stops.

Princess Charades: Only a true princess can master this game of acting! Much like Ariel, you have to get your friends to guess what you’re trying to tell them without using your voice.

Tangled Rapunzel: Who wouldn’t get tangled up in all that hair?!! This is a silly game of wrapping your fellow princesses in long, golden “hair”. Using crepe paper, find out who can wrap their friend the fastest. Then break free from long locks and wrap the next player! Which team can finish the fastest?

Princess Party Games Printable PDF

It’s time to put the play in your party plan. Get these printable Princess Party Games PDF. Set includes ten engaging and fun games for girls from treasure hunts, to relay races, wand making and more. All with the Royal Stamp of Approval!

Princess Party Games

These princess games are mostly fitting for preschoolers to young ladies. Think ages 3 – 7. Princess Games PDF comes with princess games directions and supply list.

Princess Party Games Printable

Free Printables

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Princess Snacks

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Of course, no party is complete without snacks! Dress up your royal party with some delicious treats that will enchant the guests.

Mermaid Bread: You can’t go wrong with this easy yet fun take on classic fish shaped sandwiches. Kids love making their own and eating them, too! Simply serve pieces of bread cut into a mermaid tail shape with whipped cream cheese spread on the bread. Serve with sliced strawberries to place as mermaid scales and a small pretzel twists to use a “tail” sticking out behind. See more Mermaid Party ideas.

Wishing Well Dip: This is a creative spin on the classic snack, fruit and dip. Dress it up with some sparkly glitter sprinkles to make it fit for royalty.

Crowned Cookies: For a fancier version of this popular snack, use a sugar cookie recipe to make delicious cookies in the shape of crowns. Serve with chocolate and vanilla frosting for dipping along with fruit puree or jam spread in between two halves of the cookie. You can pick up a crown cookie cutter here. Also use them to shape little tea cakes.

Strawberry, Mint, Lemon Water: Let your princesses feel fancy with a light fruit drink like this strawberry, mint infused lemon water looks in our tea party ideas!

See more Princess Party Food in our princess themed party ideas post.

There’s no doubt with these fun princess bday party games your daughter is going to feel like royalty. Getting the royal treatment with these fun games and snacks is sure to make for a celebration she’ll never forget! After these fun engaging activities at her birthday party, chare she sleeps soundly like Sleeping Beauty.

Also take a look at these Princess Party Ideas. Pair theme with your princess-themed games for an exciting gathering. Pin to Pinterest.

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Take your party guests on a Birthday Treasure Hunt. This can be done for the princess to find each birthday gift. At the end of the birthday scavenger hunt, have all the goodie bags! This can also be done as a family birthday tradition within the immediate family.  Pin to Pinterest.

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

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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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He is risen! We have another resurrection food craft – these Easter Resurrection Cupcakes!  Pin to Pinterest.

Looking for something else cool? Look at these Easter Egg Dying Ideas – Thinking outside the carton! Pin to Pinterest.

Save these Sunday School Printables. Share with a teacher or print for your kids. Pin to Pinterest.

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Winning Super Bowl Snack Recipes

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No matter your team, everyone will be excited when it comes to these Winning Super Bowl Snack Recipes. Touchdown ideas to perfect your football party and sports theme celebration!

Winning Super Bowl Snack Recipes

Winning Super Bowl Snacks

I am a southern girl that appreciates some football. Yes, my preference is college ball, but since moving “north” pro ball has taken over many Sundays.  I also have learned, that to make conversation, sometimes you at least need to know the teams that are playing in the Superbowl!

While I love a good touchdown and the suspense of a close game, I always head to a football party for the snacks – anyone else? Take a look at these winning Super Bowl snack recipes for your next football party. These touchdown ideas are prefect for attending or for hosting everyone for “the big game!”

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Who doesn’t love a good dip? Try this Big Game Football Field Party Dip | Everyday Good Thinking

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I love how cute and yummy this mix looks. Football Puppy Chow | The First Year Blog

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If you build it, they will come! Football Field Bean Dip | Get Creative Juice

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These are winning snack bites to me. Buffalo Chicken Bites | Night Owl Blog


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Touchdown with these mini baked potatoes! Crispy Loaded Hasselback Potato Bites | The Comfort of Cooking

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You will be tossing these in your mouth. Pigskins in a Blanket | Pillsbury

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I love a good meat wrapped around cream cheese! Quick Salami & Cream Cheese Bites | The Kitchen is My Playground

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I could eat all of these! Antipsto Salad Kabobs | Mantitlement

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Easy, peasy. Taco Oyster Crackers | Julie’s Eats & Treats

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These are a family favorite for us! Copycat White Castle Sliders | Frugal Coupon Living

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Pizza outside of the box. Supreme Pizza Dip | A Spicy Perspective

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I bet these go fast! Buffalo Chicken Pizza Sticks | Inspired Taste

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Easy way to fill a crowd. Pale Ale Chili | Home. Made. Interest

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I get you make this more than the big game day! Buffalo Chicken Dip Stuffed French Bread | Carlsbad Cravings

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Ketchup is a must! Corn Dog Mini Muffins | Damn Delicious

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Two thumbs up,eight fingers up approved. Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus | Damn Delicious

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Yes, please! Bourbon Cider Boneless Wings | The Chunky Chef

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Homemade Soft Pretzel Bites | Two Peas & Their Pod

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Who needs plates? Walking Tacos | Frugal Coupon Living

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The best bread spread ever! Green Chile Artichoke Bread | Yellow Bliss Road

Super Bowl Recipes


Super Bowl Food Football Themed Party

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While you are partying, take a look at our Super Bowl Game Printables. Fun football games and activities for the party including our Football Minute to Win it Games. Also take a look at this Super Bowl Party Games Set.

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Also enjoy these Tailgating Recipes and Football Party Food Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

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And for games before noon, we love these Early Game Tailgate Recipes for Breakfast. Pin to Pinterest.

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