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20 Pool Noodle Ideas and Hacks – Who Knew?

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December 20, 2019 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Hacks, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, Summer

published date: March 15, 2015
modified datt: December 20,2019

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Pool Noodle Ideas and Hacks

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I think one of my favorite things about this post is it completely fits the FRUGAL theme of Frugal Coupon Living. Pool Noodles are cheap (if you are lucky, less than $1), often anywhere between a $1 and $3 (depending on shapes, sizes, season). Take a look at these creative Pool Noodle Ideas and Hacks.

Pool Noodle Hacks and Ideas:

1.) Pool Noodle Trampoline Spring Cover from A Thrifty Mom

2.) Pool Noodle Wreath from Mission to Save (there are a lot of these on Pinterest)

3.) Use under a sheet as Pool Noodle Bed Rails from Small Fine Print

4.) Pool Noodle Bath Tub Toys from Bath Activities for Kids




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5.) Pool Noodle Glowing Ninja Stars (or Flowers) from A Little Pinch of Perfect

6.) Pool Noddle Kiddie Car Wash from Mums Grape Vine

7.) Pool Noodle Luminaries from Create Craft Love

8.) Pool Noodle Lightsabers from Laughing Squid


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9.) Pool Noodle Popsicle Postcards from She Knows

10.) Pool Noodle Ponnies from Crazy Little Pojects

11.) Pool Noodle Nunchucks from Creative Capital B

12.) Pool Noodle Quiet Blocks from I Can Teach My Child

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13.) Pool Noodle Napkin Rings from Sew Many Ways

14.) Pool Noodle Bubble Wands from Create Craft Love

15.) Pool Noodle Race Tracks from Ramblings from Utopia

16.) Pool Noodle Beverage Float from Instructables

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17.) Pool Noodle Obstacle Course from Blend Centralmn

18.) Pool Noodle Sprinkler from Ziggity Zoom

19.) Pool Noodle Boot Storage from Chaos Toorder

20.) Pool Noodle Door Stop from Red Delicious Life

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Also check a look at this round-up of Rainy Day Activities – Pin to Pinterest.

Also check out these fun activities!

  • Make Colored Rice – Pin It
  • Six Awesome Ways to do Water Play with Kids – Pin It
  • Make Colored Pasta and Do It Yourself Toddler Activities – Pin It


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Disney Cruise Tips, Hacks, and Tricks

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December 20, 2019 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Hacks, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, Travel

published date: January 28, 2016
modified datt: December 20,2019

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Disney Cruise Tips, Hacks, and Tricks

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Going on a Disney cruise is one of the most exciting things you will do for your family! From the oldest to the youngest, there will be something special and memorable to enjoy. Everyone loves Disney! A Disney Cruise is no exception and for good reason… It is the cruise that dreams are made of. Imagine sleeping below a twinkling sky, enjoy eating in a room in which the wall paintings change as you eat, now envision yourself in an adult only spa as the supervised kids enjoy the time of their life in one of the many incredible kid zones! Check out our Tips, Hacks and Tricks to make your cruise go smoothly.




Ready to go, take a look at these 25 Disney Cruise Tips that will help you navigate the waters and get the most out of your vacation!

1. Remember that on Disney Cruise Lines (DCL), your food and sodas/teas/coffees are included. Dine in their lavishly themed Main Dining restaurants, enjoy a poolside buffet, or take a break in your sleeping quarters with 24-hour room service. There are a couple spots, including their 5-star Palo or Remy Restaurant (reservations required) that will cost, but these eating locations are optional. Enjoy all you can eat food, 24-hours a day!

2. Disney loves to celebrate. When a major theme or event is near, you can be sure they included it in a Deck Party. Look for Halloween on the High Seas, Star Wars Day at Sea, Very Merrytime Cruise, or Pirate Night. These events are usually attached to deck parties and fireworks. Seeing your own private stage entertainment and fireworks show out over the ocean is impressive to say the least. Take a look at that reflection in the water! There also are character meet and greets. When you board, visit the Activities Desk for these special times and locations. Some require RSVPs and tickets.

3. Put a premium on the nightlife as far as Disney shows. You are after all on a Disney cruise so why would you not attend the Disney entertainment? These extravagantly live shows are every night of your cruise. Afterwards, send the kids to the kids club and go out to an adult-only night club or lounge. If after a long and busy day you find yourself too tired to enjoy the Broadway-style entertainment, watch the shows on your stateroom television.


4. Get up early for a powerful sunrise. It’s not every day you get to see the sunrise in the middle of the ocean. One of the most incredible aspects of a Disney cruise line experience is getting to see amazingly painted picture. It is worth a little less sleep, you can nap on the deck later! If you enjoy getting up early, run the 5k on Castaway Cay. You can burn off all those extra calories!

5. If you’re trying to save money, consider a interior state room. With all the activities and fun that are found all over the ship, your time inside is going to be very limited anyway. Booking a year or two ahead will also save you money. Mark your calendar!

6. Sign the kids up for Kids Club or Disney’s Oceaneer Club when you check-in at the terminal. It will be well worth the efforts when you get on board. You are not required to use their facility, but if you decide to at any point in the trip, at least they are already signed up.

7. Carry on your own alcohol to save a great deal of money if you like to have a bit of wine. Enjoy these glasses in your room as there is a $25 corking fee in the dinning room. As of September 30, 2015, Disney Cruise Line Guests 21 years and older may bring a maximum of 2 bottles of unopened wine or champagne (no larger than 750 ml) or 6 beers (no larger than 12 ounces) on board at the beginning of the voyage. I also suggest bringing some bottled water bottles. These items must be carried on, they cannot be packed. More on their Liquor Policy.

8. Prepare ahead of time for a reasonable tip count. On average you will be tipping between $200-$300 across your trip. I suggest saving for tips a few months before you board so you don’t feel the unexpected pain at the end of your tip. Tipping is a suggestion for exceptional service but not expected. It takes place the last night of the cruise. Disney Cruise Line offers a chart of suggested tips and to whom.

9. As if the magic of the cruise wasn’t enough, be sure to not let this tip slide. Log into your Disney Cruise Account set up a character call for the little ones. It’s free and fun to do. We like doing it the day of departure but if you have a special occasion, save it for that day too! Choose from a couple different characters and schedule the time and date that work best.

10. Make sure you pack at least one warm outfit regardless of the time of year. Being out upon the ocean can get chilly no matter the season. A cardigan, blazer or jacket should be enough for the evenings or in a chilly restaurant or lounge. In the case where you are not cold, but have a cold make sure you pack medicine. This includes medicine if you are prone to motion sickness!

11. Be sure to bring along a good-sized tote to keep with you at all times. A good beach bag does the trick nicely and can house your sunscreen, cell phone, books and paper as well as camera. You never know when there will be a photo op! A larger tote is also nice as your luggage is placed out in the hallway the final evening. Having a tote or larger bag you will carry off the boat will allow you to store pjs, toothbrush, make-up and extra clothing. The opposite is true too. When you board, you will not have your suitcase until it arrives in your stateroom. Board with a bag and make sure you have your swim suit. It’s no fun watching everyone else play in the water while you wait for luggage.

12. Bring along a watch as there seems to be a shortage of clocks on board when you need them. After all, when your on vacation – time doesn’t matter! A waterproof watch is ideal with all the water fun.

13. Sign up for the Detective Agency and you will get to solve a mystery or two while on board. This is loads of fun and great for the entire family. This is for Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy. This is good for all ages – Teens, Preschoolers, Tweens, Kids, and Families. Also check with Guest Services for a Hidden Mickey Challenge while on the ship.

14. Be sure to inquire about the Disney Cruise Line Navigator App in advance of your trip. It would be great to download before you board and depart. This is extremely helpful for navigation and for communicating with others. Check daily weather, character appearances and activities. The Onboard Chat Feature allows you to stay in touch with family and friends, even if everyone happens to be on different parts of the ship.

15. Take advantage of room service! It is exquisite and included and 24-7. It might make getting those extra 5 minutes of rest worth it. Keep in mind, the buffet and restaurants will have different food options. It is vacation, one fun way to keep the magic alive is to order cookies and milk while the kids are getting ready for bed – how memorable is that!? You also can order Mickey Ice Cream Bars!

16. Put aside a little bit of money for the gift shop on board. There are some things that you simply cannot find anywhere else and on board a cruise ship certainly qualifies. I always like to go to DisneyStore.com a few weeks before our trip. This allows me to buy the kids surprise souvenirs before our trip and lower costs! One suggestion is buying your lanyard and pins (for pin trading) on Ebay.

17. Consider booking via a travel professional. There are so many ins and outs of booking these types of cruises that a professional can certainly be worth the fee. In some cases, the travel agent makes commission via Disney and it is no cost to you.

18. Inquire with your agent about the secret cabins. These are Uber rare opportunities to get outer cabins at an inner cabin price. This website gives more detail.

19. Consider booking in September for a fantastic off-season deal. You can also snag them in October, early December and January. These are times when people travel less and suddenly there is a dip in the booking fee and price.

20. Use the spa and fitness center bathrooms if your bathroom needs overflow. Most families really struggle with the single bathroom set up and these bathrooms are available. It’s no fun carrying a shower caddy in the hall, also creating a shower schedule can help! Check to see what your state room offers. You likely can leave some toiletries (shampoo/conditioner) as well as the blow dryer at home!

21. Decorate your door! This exciting past time is one of the coolest parts of the trip. Just remember that everything is magnetized and no adhesives are allowed. Note: some of the fancier cabins have wooden doors that are not magnetized.

22. Plan your trip ahead of time. Booking in advance is the best way to get what you want at the price you want. The good cabins always sell out quickly so you need to be ahead of the curve. Book up to years in advance for low prices!

23. Consider taking the trip insurance. There is nothing quite like the peace of mind of knowing that you are covered just in case. This becomes particularly important as the price of the vacation increases.

24. Take advantage of the free souvenirs! If you want a really cool one, drop off a T-shirt (pillow case, frame or other memento) and some sharpie pens with guest services the first day. When you pick it up at the end of the cruise it will be covered in Disney character autographs. (It looks like DCL has taken away this free service.)Take my ad advice of Tip 16 about shopping at DisneyStore.com a few weeks before the trip.

25. Embrace the experience! Disney is only Disney if you allow yourself to truly dive into the fun and act like a kid. Let yourself go back in time and remember the magic!

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Don’t forget our FREE Disney Cruise Planner Printables. Pin to Pinterest.

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Don’t go on the cruise without decorating your door – Disney Cruise Door Printables! Pin to Pinterest.

Check out our FREE Countdown to Disney Printable. Pin to Pinterest.

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Enjoy these Copycat Disney Recipes. Pin to Pinterest.

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Laundry Room Hacks, Tips, and Inspiration

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December 20, 2019 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: DIY, Facebook, Hacks, Home Improvement, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media

published date: March 06, 2016
modified datt: December 20,2019

Laundry Room Inspiration. Laundry and Mudroom design as well as Marie Kondo cleaning hacks and tips.

Laundry Room Hacks

Laundry Room Hacks, Tips, and Inspiration

In our house, the Laundry Room is one of the most frequently used rooms in the house. It’s a bonus if it’s decorated beautifully but, most importantly, it must function well. It also helps to have a few tips and tricks to help doing the laundry go smoothly. We’ve put together some awesome hacks to decorate, wash, update your space and more! From washing pillows, folding a fitted sheet and getting those pesky armpit stains out to hanging an indoor clothes line to help conserve energy and tips on organizing, this list will inspire you. Laundry is inevitable, use these hacks to make it easier!


Is your washing machine smelling? Add 10 to 15 drops of Tea Tree Essential Oil. Also consider 3 to 4 cups of vinegar and a half cup of baking soda.

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Who doesn’t love this step by step list of directions from Clean Mama on how to wash pillows – get rid of the yellow!

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If you can properly fold a fitted sheet, you’re obviously a witch unless you use this hack from Organise My House.

Pick up a magnetic Laundry Cheat Sheet. Keep it hanging on the side of your washer for those hard stains.

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Organize your Laundry Room to make the best of your laundry intentions. We love this use of a Peg Board for organizing and sorting from The DIY Mommy.

Your clothes can smell like a million bucks! Add lavender oil to dryer balls. Idea on Frugal Coupon Living.

Give your washer and dryer some sparkle with this Washer and Dryer Makeover from A Beautiful Mess.

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Mom 4 Real has great advice for sweat stains, yes the kind that are under the arm of your clothes. Erase them with Lemon Juice!

Use these Jars for Laundry Room Storage. They can holds detergent powder, pods, clothes pins, and more!

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This is creative using a Silhouette Cameo, make a Dyer List like Sarah’s Hearts.

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Have your clothes shrunk? Try this trick with conditioner from Carson and Lindsay Bay.

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No need to sweat the weather being bad, make your own indoor drying line just like Just About Home.

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I love an organized laundry room, especially one clean and sleek. Update your own Laundry Room with this homemade counter top like Rambling Renovators.

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Take a look at this tip on How to Wash Hats and Keep the Shape from The Mama’s Girls.

Want Marie Kondo drawers? This T-shirt Folding Board will make folding laundry easier and bring you closer to Konmari organization!

Looking for a miracle cleaner, aren’t’ we all? Take a look at this recipe from Tidy Mom– 1 part down to 2 parts peroxide.

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Speaking of homemade, we love this homemade Wrinkle Release Spray from One Good Thing by Jillee.

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Many of us have it, the ugly vinyl floors. Recreate your laundry room by painting your old linoleum floors like Designer Trapped.

Have you shrunk a shirt? Unshrink clothes with this Unshrinkit Solution.

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Take a look at the best way to dry shoes from 4men1lady (she must know!) I also love this wash and dry bag!

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Have the kids help with laundry with these printable drawer labels from Modern Parents Messy Kids.

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One Good Thing by Jillee shows you how to properly fold a sweater on a hanger so you have no more bumps!

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The Mama’s Girls shares how to get fluffier, more absorbent towels! Think vinegar and baking soda!

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Organize your space with chalk paint and the back of the laundry door like My Sweet Savannah Blog.

Keep liquid laundry detergent off the floor with this elevated Soap Station.

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Who doesn’t love a helpful cheat sheet. This laundry printable list of hacks and tips from Tidy Mom is not only free, it’s adorable attached to a laundry basket.

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Make this DIY Lost Socks Laundry Sign like this tutorial on Shop Ruche.

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Have a stain? Make your own gel bleach with this tip from The Mama’s Girls.

Laundry Room Organization


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We love these Bathroom Storage Solutions – Small Space Hacks & Tricks. Pin to Pinterest.

Don’t forget our Closet Organizing Hacks & Tips. Pin to Pinterest.

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Also take a look at our Inspiring Kids Bathrooms Remodels and Hacks. Pin to Pinterest.

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Finally, moving? We think you will love Top 50 Moving Hacks and Tips – Ideas to Make Your Move Easier. Pin to Pinterest.

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Home Workout Hacks with Baby

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December 20, 2019 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Baby, Facebook, Frugal Living, Hacks, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media

published date: July 17, 2016
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Home Workout Hacks with Baby

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So if you don’t know, I am pregnant and already dreaming about loosing this third baby “baby weight.” I will have my son full time during the day so it was important to find a “gym” that was affordable, fun, and incorporated my little man. Sometimes your best gym is home. It’s free, it’s convenient, and it’s flexible (even if you are not!) Enjoy these Home Workout Hacks WITH your baby – and if he/she is sleeping, you can even do them without!

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Take a look at these 18 moves for Baby and Mom from Skinny Mom. How about that Plié Squat?

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Babies often relax outdoors, especially on the move in strollers. Don’t forget the jogging stroller and take a look at this Stroller Workout from Stay Fit Mom.

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Are you rocking your baby to sleep or keeping them away until their next sleep schedule. Turn the rhythm into your own workout like this article we found in the Tampa Bay Times, but you can make your own at home!

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Need to get baby to sleep so you can clean? Maybe the white noise and rhythm from Vacuuming will stimulate him/her to sleep – get the job done while he is awake! Bonjour Ava does this well!

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Try these Baby and Mommy Yoga Moves from Holly the Mommy.

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Loose the Pooch that Pregnancy often brings. We love these moves from Bikini Body Mommy.


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Did you know that Diastasis Recti is real? Your abs do separate during pregnancy and it is important to give them some attention after. Consider these ideas from the Inspired RD.

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Tackle those arms too! These Baby Arm Workouts will tighten up those triceps and biceps. Ergo-Baby has some ideas, I love the push-up kiss!

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Did you have a C-Section? Skinny Mom is sensitive to that. Try this C-Section Workout once you are approved by a doctor to get back into the “home” gym.

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She Knows has some great baby workout ideas you can do even why playing or engaging with baby – we love these Leg Extensions!

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Three floors in my home is more than enough. Try Stair Climbing with Baby and more ideas on Babble.

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Lazy Girl has some ideas like these Frog Jumps with your Baby – they make me sore just looking at the photo! I might take these to the trampoline with the older kids!

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Fit it all in in a few minutes with a few simple steps – Bikini Mommy Body incorporates a squat, curl, and press in this Mommy Baby Workout.

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Workout with a friend! Nothing better than someone who can hold you accountable and complain about the sleepless night they had! Look for a Strollercize class in your area.

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Need a trainer or straight direction? This chart from Darbee is pretty simple if you need a Directed Mommy and Me Workout.

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The Kurtz Corner has a straightforward Hot Mommy Workout Chart too for guided direction and ideas.

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Play and UNO Workout, baby might even think it is funny and give you a smile. We love this idea from Creative Southern Home. Grab an UNO Game here with FREE Shipping.

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Baby might be playing, but consider this Swing Set Workout for yourself! We like this tutorial from The Live Fit Girls.

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This Happy Baby Workout has 4 out of 5 stars on Amazon.

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If you need something a little bit more “kick-butt”, Lindsay Brin’s Postnatal Boot Camp has 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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Are you a new mom? Don’t forget our Newborn Baby Hacks – Pin to Pinterest.

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These Dieting Hacks & Tips After Baby are helpful. Pin to Pinterest.

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Easy Garage Storage Solutions & Hacks

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Too much stuff? These Easy Garage Storage Solutions will help you organize your home. Inspiring KonMari methods to stage and tidy your outdoor space including shelving, plastic tub storage, and garage hacks.

Easy Garage Storage Solutions

Easy Garage Storage Solutions & Hacks

The garage. It’s always the part of the home that gets the most neglected. Have you been looking for areas of your home where you can spark joy? I sure have and am trying to purge and organize to make my home a relaxing space to live. When organizing the home and your outdoor spaces, be sure to follow these Garage Storage Solutions. Utilize lost space on the ceiling, identify a specific place for each item and make it inviting with color.

Happy organizing!

Also take a look at our Home Staging Tips and our KonMari Method Dollar Tree Organizing Tips.


The a Organizing Junkie has a parking spot for more things than her car. Park scooters, bikes, wagons and more. Each item has their own sign.

Garage storage lifehack! Upcycle a wooden pallet to store long handled garage tools. Fasten to the wall or keep loose like Fix Lovely.

Take lost garage hallway space and transform it into a mudroom space. Get inspired from Homestead128.

Hi Sugar Plum labels her paint swatches and hangs them by her paint shelf!

Easily store your screwdrivers and hand tools. Tutorial on Fresh Crush.

Let nothing hit the floor. Baskets can help organize things that can’t hang. Consider keeping tings in baskets that can easily be transported to your trunk, like these boogie boards! A Bowl full of Lemons is ready to hit the beach.

Build a tape dispenser that holds a variety of tape widths and types. A hacksaw blade will help cut the tape. Details on Popular Woodworking.

Use the studs between the wall like Designed to Dwell.  Bungee cords can be roped into to keeping balls in an organized space.

Greet your family when they arrive with a stencil message on the steps like this tutorial form Landeedlu.

Get shopping. Rubbermaid’s FastTrack Garage Hang Rail can be mounted to virtually any surface, keeping your space neat and safe with items off the floor and out of your way…. plus, there is an included PVC cover that you can simply snap over the rail for a clean, finished look.

Reclaim garage floor space by storing seasonal items from ceiling mounted shelves. Follow this easy step-by-step tutorial from Kenarry.

Keep yard tools up and off the floor with this sturdy rack from The Family Handyman.

Would sliding storage help? This organized storage solution can be done in one weekend with these steps from Just Measuring Up.

Take power tools off the toolbench and into organized PVC Pipes. Idea from Heathered Nest for Remodelaholic

For a quick and easy way to store lawn chairs, get two pieces of lumber to make the perfectly made lawn chair bracket.  Measurement details on The Family Handyman.

Like Organizing Junkie, have a kids space so that your tools don’t get lost with their things. Plastic bins are perfect. They allow the dirt, water and sand to fall to the floor. Small plastic cable ties will hold everything together including labels.

I think I could eat dinner off this garage floor. A Bowl Full of Lemons is killing the garage storage organization.

Talk about winning with this Dollar Tree garage organization. I would be in heaven if my garage looked as beautiful as I Heart Organizing (Also seen in our KonMari Method Dollar Tree Organizing)

Utilize the ceiling with these Garage Storage Solutions from The Family Handyman.


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Moving? Want to increase the value of your home? Take a look at these Home Staging Tips. Pin to Pinterest.

Spark Joy! More storage and organization ideas with these KonMari Method Dollar Tree Organizing Tips. Pin to Pinterest.



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Elf on the Shelf Tic Tac Toe

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published date: December 20, 2019
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Funny Elf on the Shelf Tic Tac Toe Ideas and printables. New creative, funny, and original Elf on the Shelf Ideas daily.

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We are back, so is the Elf on the Shelf! If you have been with us a long time, you know we have brought you a new Elf on the Shelf Ideas daily (in the months of November and December) for the past six years. You can view our Elf on the Shelf Master List for a full list of ideas including every idea we have ever done.

For many of these Elf on the Shelf ideas, make sure you have an elf that can bend. You can do that easily with our Bendable Elf on the Shelf tutorial.  You also can shop our collection of Elf Printables for ideas to cover the entire season!

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Elf on the Shelf Ideas with Tic Tac Toe

Play tic-tac-toe with Elf only in this case, the X is always in the center. See if you can win!?!

We have more Elf on the Shelf Ideas with Tic-Tac-Toe.

  • Elf on the Shelf Marshmallow Tic Tac Toe
  • Elf on the Shelf Playing Tic Tac Toe
  • Elf on the Shelf Tic Tac Toe with Candy

We also found a cute Elf on the Shelf Tic-Tac-Toe Printable.

Elf on the Shelf Supplies Needed

  • The Elf on the Shelf
  • Craft supplies: masking tape, scissors, and construction paper


Elf on the Shelf Printables

Our most popular Elf on the Shelf printables can be found in our Elf Store. Shop Elf costumes, our Elf Twister board, Jokes for Kids, our Magic Shrinking Machine and so much more!

Shop Elf Printables + Digital Downloads

We also love sharing Elf on the Shelf free printables! Get all of our free Elf on the Shelf printables by entering your email address below. Look for an email to confirm you signed up. One you confirm, look for a second email in your inbox with a link and password!


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2.) Look for a confirmation email in your inbox and confirm you requested a sign up.

3.) We will send you a Free Printables Welcome Email with link and passcode to all of our free printables.

4.) Enter your passcode at the top of the page here and click “Access Printables”

5. Enjoy your Elf on the Shelf Printables.

Elf on the Shelf on Social Media

Save these ideas because you will want to stay up to date on these ideas each Christmas season. We do our best to mix up easy and hard Elf on the Shelf Ideas.

Elf on the Shelf Facebook Page

Multiple ideas are added each day to our Elf on the Shelf Ideas Facebook page. This is a great way for you to share your own Elf on the Shelf Ideas and share our ideas to your page. There are some good ones! Be sure to like the page!

Elf on the Shelf Pinterest Boards

We also are in charge of a Elf on the Shelf Ideas Pinterest board. On this board, we have invited other bloggers to share their ideas and free Elf on the Shelf Printables too! Be sure to follow the board!

Our goal, to make Elf easy for you!

What is Elf on the Shelf?

Elf on the Shelf is a Christmas Tradition. The tradition has a book and a elf doll. The book is poetic and in rhyme sharing the purpose of the Elf’s visits. The Elf visits each Thanksgiving. He/She goes and returns from the North Pole each evening. Every morning he can be found in a new location in the house. The Elf has been found in the refrigerator, fishing in the toilet, writing messages on the mirror or hanging from the lights. It is VERY IMPORTANT, the Elf is not touch each evening or his Christmas magic will be lost! Each family is able to name their special elf. The elves return to their home (Santa’s North Pole Work shop) every Christmas Eve. An Elf’s Story can also be found on DVD.


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Elf on the Shelf Candy Cane Ideas

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December 19, 2019 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, The Elf on the Shelf Ideas

published date: December 19, 2019
modified datt: December 19,2019

We have all the Elf on the Shelf Candy Cane Ideas you could use including free printables. Reuse candy canes as you need too!. New creative, funny, and original Elf on the Shelf Ideas daily.

Elf on the Shelf Candy Cane Ideas

Find Candy Canes

We are back, so is the Elf on the Shelf! If you have been with us a long time, you know we have brought you a new Elf on the Shelf Ideas daily (in the months of November and December) for the past six years. You can view our Elf on the Shelf Master List for a full list of ideas including every idea we have ever done.

For many of these Elf on the Shelf ideas, make sure you have an elf that can bend. You can do that easily with our Bendable Elf on the Shelf tutorial.  You also can shop our collection of Elf Printables for ideas to cover the entire season!

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Find Candy Canes

If you are like me, you have an endless supply of Candy Canes during the holiday season. I swear these things just appear. If you find yourself swimming in an abundance of them, as well, or you need to purchase them ,try this Find the Candy Cane idea with the kids.

Can you find all the candy canes?

It gives them a little bit of time too to busy themselves while they look for all the candy canes. Once they are found, instruct them to go hang the candy canes on the tree!

Elf on the Shelf Scout Elves At Play Kit

Elves At Play Kit with Elf Notes!  You can also find a “find the candy cane” note in this kit. The Elves at Play kit is for any parent that lacks nighttime creativity. Not only does it gives you some supplies, the box is full of ideas on how to do creative things with your elf! From swings, to suction shoes, signs, string, a chair and more. Tips, Tricks and Tools to inspire your Elf!


Elf on the Shelf Supplies Needed

  • The Elf on the Shelf
  • Candy Canes
  • Craft Supplies: paper and pen



Elf on the Shelf Candy Cane Ideas

Elf on the Shelf Ideas with Candy Canes

With your extra candy canes, try some of these Elf on the Shelf Candy Cane Ideas.

Elf Candy Cane Dinner

Elf on the Shelf Candy Cane Jail

Elf on the Shelf Candy Cane Garden

Elf on the Shelf Candy Cane Golf

Elf on the Shelf Candy Cane Trapeze

Wouldn’t it be fun if one year, every one of your elf ideas incorporated a candy cane! Talk about a theme for your Elf on the Shelf!

 

Also print our free printable, The Legend of the Candy Cane Poem. Pin to Pinterest.

Elf on the Shelf Printables

Our most popular Elf on the Shelf printables can be found in our Elf Store. Shop Elf costumes, our Elf Twister board, Jokes for Kids, our Magic Shrinking Machine and so much more!

Shop Elf Printables + Digital Downloads

We also love sharing Elf on the Shelf free printables! Get all of our free Elf on the Shelf printables by entering your email address below. Look for an email to confirm you signed up. One you confirm, look for a second email in your inbox with a link and password!


Free Printables Step by Step Directions

1.) Enter your email address here.

2.) Look for a confirmation email in your inbox and confirm you requested a sign up.

3.) We will send you a Free Printables Welcome Email with link and passcode to all of our free printables.

4.) Enter your passcode at the top of the page here and click “Access Printables”

5. Enjoy your Elf on the Shelf Printables.

Elf on the Shelf on Social Media

Save these ideas because you will want to stay up to date on these ideas each Christmas season. We do our best to mix up easy and hard Elf on the Shelf Ideas.

Elf on the Shelf Facebook Page

Multiple ideas are added each day to our Elf on the Shelf Ideas Facebook page. This is a great way for you to share your own Elf on the Shelf Ideas and share our ideas to your page. There are some good ones! Be sure to like the page!

Elf on the Shelf Pinterest Boards

We also are in charge of a Elf on the Shelf Ideas Pinterest board. On this board, we have invited other bloggers to share their ideas and free Elf on the Shelf Printables too! Be sure to follow the board!

Our goal, to make Elf easy for you!

What is Elf on the Shelf?

Elf on the Shelf is a Christmas Tradition. The tradition has a book and a elf doll. The book is poetic and in rhyme sharing the purpose of the Elf’s visits. The Elf visits each Thanksgiving. He/She goes and returns from the North Pole each evening. Every morning he can be found in a new location in the house. The Elf has been found in the refrigerator, fishing in the toilet, writing messages on the mirror or hanging from the lights. It is VERY IMPORTANT, the Elf is not touch each evening or his Christmas magic will be lost! Each family is able to name their special elf. The elves return to their home (Santa’s North Pole Work shop) every Christmas Eve. An Elf’s Story can also be found on DVD.


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Don’t forget all of our daily Elf on the Shelf Ideas. Pin to Pinterest on your Christmas and Elf Boards.

Elf on the Shelf Ideas

We have been doing Elf on the Shelf forever. See our Elf on the Shelf Master List. Pin to Pinterest.

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WHAT’S TRENDING? Looking for a few engaging activities? Grab Minute to Win it Games – Traditional, Holiday, Group, and more! Use these fun activities in the office, classroom, or at your next birthday party.

Last Night Elf on the Shelf Ideas | See You Next Year Mirror Message

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December 18, 2019 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, The Elf on the Shelf Ideas

published date: December 18, 2019
modified datt: December 18,2019

We are sharing some creative Last Night Elf on the Shelf Ideas including this See You Next Year Mirror Message. Are you following all of Frugal Coupon Living’s Elf on the Shelf Ideas? See well over 100s of creative, funny, and original ideas for your Elf!

See You Next Year Mirror Message

We are coming to a close with our daily Elf on the Shelf Ideas. Last month we shared with you 18+ last night Elf on the Shelf Ideas. We wanted to highlight a few of those over the next few days.

Last Night Elf on the Shelf Ideas

See You Next Year Mirror Message! Go ahead and Put your Elf away. This Elf on the Shelf Idea only requires Shaving Cream and a finger to draw a message to tell your little one good-bye.

Last Night Elf Supplies Needed

  • The Elf on the Shelf
  • Shaving Cream


Elf on the Shelf Free Printables

We love sharing Elf on the Shelf free printables! Get all of our free Elf on the Shelf printables by entering your email address below. A link and password will arrive in your inbox!

Free Printables Step by Step Directions

1.) Enter your email address here.

2.) Look for a confirmation email in your inbox and confirm you requested a sign up.

3.) We will send you a Free Printables Welcome Email with link and passcode to all of our free printables.

4.) Enter your passcode at the top of the page here and click “Access Printables”

5. Enjoy your Elf on the Shelf Printables.

Enjoy these 18+ last night Elf on the Shelf Ideas. Pin to Pinterest on your Christmas and Elf boards.

Elf on the Shelf Social Media Page

Save these ideas because you will want to stay up to date on these ideas each Christmas season. We do our best to mix up easy and hard Elf on the Shelf Ideas.

Elf on the Shelf Facebook

Multiple ideas are added each day to our Elf on the Shelf Ideas Facebook page. This is a great way for you to share your own Elf on the Shelf Ideas and share our ideas to your page. There are some good ones! Be sure to like the page!

Elf on the Shelf Pinterest

We also are in charge of a Elf on the Shelf Ideas Pinterest board. On this board, we have invited other bloggers to share their ideas and free Elf on the Shelf Printables too! Be sure to follow the board!

Our goal, to make Elf easy for you!


Share-Post-on-Pinterest-Frugal-Coupon-Living

Don’t forget all of our daily Elf on the Shelf Ideas. Pin to Pinterest on your Christmas and Elf Boards.

Elf on the Shelf Ideas

We have been doing Elf on the Shelf forever. See our Elf on the Shelf Master List. Pin to Pinterest.

red-frugal-coupon-living-signature

WHAT’S TRENDING? Looking for a few engaging activities? Grab Minute to Win it Games – Traditional, Holiday, Group, and more! Use these fun activities in the office, classroom, or at your next birthday party.

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