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Under Construction Party Ideas – Hard Hat Required!

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December 9, 2018 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Birthday, Crafts, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media Leave a Comment

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Dump everything and join the crew for this set of Construction Party Ideas. When preparing for this bulldozer birthday party, a hard hat is required!

Under Construction Party Ideas

In October we had my son’s second birthday. I was sure it was going to be a Thomas the Train party and so we purchased the most adorable 2 year old train shirt. In addition to my purchase, I did amazing research on making the perfect train party. I tend to do that. Posts that go up on my blog are because we are moving and I need moving hacks or because I am expecting a baby after a big gap in my children and need reminders of newborn tips. I digress…

The Construction Cake

So my son’s two year old birthday rolled around and after purchasing our train shirt, I went on a hunt to find the most appropriate cake at our grocery store (I am frugal, I wasn’t headed to a stand alone bakery.) The train cakes were not cute, so we settled on a bulldozer cake and thus our party went from a cute little train theme to a Constriction Party with a precious little boy in a train shirt!… I am proud to say, I didn’t care!

Now that the party is behind us, I decided to go ahead and get that Construction Themed Birthday Party on the blog because getting things done late work when you are mother of five!

Set the table! If you’re on the lookout for ways to set and dress up your buffet table, then you’ve got to check this one out. This is one cool Construction Dessert Table! | 2 Little Love Birds

Welcome the crew with a homemade wreath made out of an orange extension cord. | Nestling Designs

the door in a home interior

Offer everyone relief with this Porta Potty Bathroom Door Printable – download and print.

If you are going to have the party, you must look the part! How precious is this backhoe construction tee?

Create a sweet backdrop alternating orange crepe paper, black crepe paper and caution tape. | SNL Parties

There is pretty cool Construction Garland available to make the best party table! We purchased this one from Target.

Have an area for construction party hard hats and Home Depot aprons (or orange safety vests). Near the entrance is great! | Catch My Party

Give everyone an activity to keep them busy. Wrap a kid’s swimming pool with black trash bags, fill with play sand and mini construction vehicles. | Fab Everyday

You might have orange fingers after you dig into these wrecking balls! You can put other snacks in hard hats for a cute Construction Tablescape for your eats. | Moms and Munchkins

Speaking of wrecking balls, turn a swing set into a wrecking ball area for play! You can wrap old shipping boxes with kraft paper and line them with black sharpie markers to make them look like bricks! | Source Unknown.

Construction Goodie bags can be made with candy and plastic orange cones! Pair with these construction party favor gift tags. | Hersheys

I have to give my 10 year old daughter credit for our dig in construction napkins and plates display. She used clip art to decorate the table and make the dump truck look like there was dirt inside.

Download your free construction party printables. | Color Me Meg

Make a grand entrance with a DIY Construction Barrier. | Dimple Prints

OREOS or chocolate donuts are a perfect idea for spare tires! | Huckleberry Love

Dump everything and join the crew for this set of Construction Party Ideas. When preparing for this bulldozer birthday party, a hard hat is required! #FrugalCouponLiving #BirthdayPartyIdeas #ConstructionPartyClick To Tweet

Grab your digger and make this chocolate cake construction zone – it looks like the messier the icing, the better! We love the idea of these orange cone candles! | Nestling Designs

Orange Solo Cups and white electrical tape make cute construction cones for the table. | Source Unknown

Lack the crafting talent… don’t worry, I often do! Grab this set of construction signs.

Label your tools! SNL Parties used clear paint cans and yellow plastic utenils.| SNL Parties

If you are having a construction party, you need something to demolish! Grab this Bull Dozer Piñata.

Back to the original party plan (which didn’t happen) – Thomas the Train Party Ideas. Pin to Your Party Pinterest Board.

Also enjoy these adorable Blue Clues Party Ideas. You’ve got mail! Pin to your Party Pinterest Board.

Also take a close look at these Star Wars Party Ideas. Pin to Pinterest on your Party Board.

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Elf on the Shelf Ideas | Elf Spa

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December 9, 2018 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Elf on the Shelf Ideas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media

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Elf is relaxed at the Elf Spa. 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!

Elf on the Shelf Ideas | Elf Spa

We are back, so is the Elf! If you have been with us a long time, you know we have brought you a new Elf on the Shelf Ideas EVERY DAY (in November and December) for the past four years.

Elf Spa! Elf is relaxed at the elf spa. We used microfiber cloths for this spa idea and some beauty products we had on hand.

Supplies Needed:

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Here at Frugal Coupon Living, we celebrate Elf on the Shelf for 2 months, the month of November and the month of December all the way through Christmas Eve. We like to share a few weeks leading up to Thanksgiving, when Elf comes, to give you idea and then we like to join you with ideas when the Elf arrives in your home.

Pin Pin Pin, because you will want to stay up to date on these ideas each Christmas season. We have many more ideas to come, see our previous Elf on the Shelf Ideas. Here we have a lot of FREE PRINTALBES! That is our goal, to make Elf easy for you! Be sure to also follow the Elf on the Shelf Pinterest Board for fun ideas from other bloggers too.

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.

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

We love printables – especially free ones! Be sure to save these Free Elf on the Shelf Printables. Pin to Pinterest your Elf on the Shelf and Christmas Pinterest Boards.

Online you can find ENDLESS Elf on the Shelf Accessories, Books, Games and Toys. We love some of the creativity coming from Etsy too! Be sure to Follow Frugal Coupon Living on Pinterest where there are many Pinterest Elf on the Shelf Ideas.

Be the Good Kid Quote | DIY Easy Bedroom Canvas Tutorial

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December 8, 2018 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media Leave a Comment

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Be the Good Kid Quote. We turned one of our favorite quotes into a Canvas for under $20. Inspirational quote for girls and boys turned into DIY bedroom artwork – no canvas or paint required!

Be the Good Kid Quote

I have so much I want to teach my girls. I think of the most random “lessons” I want to share with them, but something makes it not the right timing. I quickly retain those ideas in my head and often they get buried beneath mundane day to day information. Recently, I have found the best way to inspire my girls is through quotes that lead to their own self reflection. I have them read a quote, think about it and then we discuss it. This gives them ownership in their own beliefs without me instilling my own ideology in their head.

Be the Good Kid Quote:

So this craft project actually took no supplies. I am not joking. Using my computer mouse and keyboard, I created this DIY canvas online… you guys it was ridiculously easy!

First, I ordered this Be the Good Kid Quote online on Etsy. This was an instant download so as soon as I made my purchase for under $5. I paid $4.99 to be exact. This is the only “supply” you need for your kid’s quote project.

Tip: If you cannot see your download after you purchase, go to purchases and reviews under your account. From there, find your purchase and click Download Files.

Directions for Your DIY Canvas:

Once you have downloaded your Be the Good Kid Quote you will want to purchase a discounted canvas voucher online. One of my favorite places to purchase canvas prints is on Canvas on Demand, Canvas Champ and Canvas People. I normally take a look at Groupon to find a discounted canvas voucher first. I found this Canvas on Demand Groupon Voucher, one 16×20 Canvas Print for $15. I doubt this price/voucher will last – so get it while you can!

Tip: This PDF printable from Etsy is 8 x 10 inches, so you want to order a canvas size that will fit. Order an 8×10 canvas, 16×20 canvas, or anything with a ratio of 4:5.

After I purchased the voucher, I went to my Groupon account and under my account chose My Groupons. There you can get your unique promo offer for your free canvas (you have already purchased it.) Follow the directions on your voucher. On the canvas merchant page, you will upload your Etsy download (instead of a photo.) Your canvas will arrive and look like you hand lettered it yourself!

What a creative way to place some inspiration in your child’s room. Remind them to be the good kid. Remind them to be the kind kid!

Be the Good Kid Quote. We turned one of our favorite inspirational quotes into a Canvas. This quote for boys and girls is an easy DIY bedroom artwork - no canvas or paint required! #FrugalCouponLiving #QuotesClick To Tweet

Going to hand letter this on your own? If you lack some hand lettering skills, take a look at this Hand Lettering Tutorials For Beginners. Pin to your Craft Board on Pinterest.

If decorating for a teen’s bedroom, take a look at these Inspiring Teenage Bedroom Ideas. Pin to your home and kids Pinterest Board.

Elf on the Shelf Ideas | Crossfit Elf Weightlifting Marshmallows

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December 8, 2018 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Elf on the Shelf Ideas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media

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Get ready to life with this idea – Crossfit Elf Weightlifting Marshmallows. 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!

Elf on the Shelf Ideas | Crossfit Elf Weightlifting Marshmallows

We are back, so is the Elf! If you have been with us a long time, you know we have brought you a new Elf on the Shelf Ideas EVERY DAY (in November and December) for the past four years

Crossfit Elf Weightlifting Marshmallows! Get some candy canes for a bench. Make some dumbbells with marshmallows and get ready to have Elf weight lift.

Supplies Needed:

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What is Elf on the Shelf?

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

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Elf on the Shelf Ideas | Elf Feeds the Ducks

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December 7, 2018 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Elf on the Shelf Ideas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media

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Elf Feeds the Ducks. 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! Elf hides Ornaments- see if you can find them! Instant Download Printable.

Elf on the Shelf Ideas | Elf Feeds the Ducks

We are back, so is the Elf! If you have been with us a long time, you know we have brought you a new Elf on the Shelf Ideas EVERY DAY (in November and December) for the past four years

Elf Feeds the Ducks! Grab some bread and toy ducks!

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RAK Delivery Christmas Sign for UPS, FedEx and USPS

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December 6, 2018 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media Leave a Comment

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Tis the season for Random Acts of Kindness RAK. Pay it forward this printable Delivery Christmas Sign for UPS, FedEx and USPS. Share with snacks and drinks in a bucket at your front door.

Delivery Christmas Sign for UPS, FedEx and USPS

I don’t know about you by the UPS, FedEx and USPS driver are at my door multiple times a week! During the Christmas season, their visits become even more often, as much as multiple times a day!

A few years ago I shared with you one of the most creative Random Acts of Kindness idea from Cara at The First Grade Parade – She is pretty awesome! It’s a great way to pay it forward to your UPS, FedEx or USPS drivers! She probably is one of the best Hand Lettering artists I know!

Since not many people are as talented as Cara when it comes to Hand Lettering, I wanted to share with you a free printable so you can do the same random act of kindness at your front door, even though you might lack the calligraphy talent!

Christmas Sign for UPS, FedEx and USPS Supplies:

Outdoor Bucket or Outdoor Bucket Stand
Printable: Delivery Christmas Sign for UPS, FedEx and USPS (see below)
Snacks
Drinks

Christmas Sign for UPS, FedEx and USPS Directions:

Not many directions needed for this tutorial. Fill your outdoor bucket with drinks and snacks. Print our Delivery Christmas Sign for UPS, FedEx and USPS and tape to the front of the bucket. Replenish snacks and drinks as needed.

>>PRINT YOUR FREE DELIVERY CHRISTMAS SIGN PRINTABLE<<

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I am happy to share printables. When sharing with others, please lead them to my website instead of emailing them the file(s). It takes time, effort and money to put the freebies forth and I earn when you visit. Thanks for visiting and thanks for sharing with others!

I like to order my prints at Staples. It saves on ink and is only a few short miles from my home. I pick-up at the store, but of course you can upload them online and then have them shipped to your home.

Tis the season for Random Acts of Kindness. Pay it forward this printable Delivery Christmas Sign for UPS, FedEx and USPS. Share with snacks and drinks in a bucket at your front door. #FrugalCouponLiving #RAK #PayitForward #ChristmasClick To Tweet

To Order Your Printables at Staples for Under $1*:

Download and save your image from this post. (Please note these images are for personal use only and cannot be sold or used for commercial use.)
Sign in or create a Staples account on their print service page.
Return to Staples print service page.
Go to Start Project.
Go to Documents Printing.
Select the Buy Now Button under color.
On the left column, select your file.
Select upload.
Select done.
Give your job a name.
Make sure your project is single sided. The orientation should be portrait.
I changed my media to 8.5×10 and the media to 67 lb coverstock (I prefer a cardstock feel over printer paper feel.)
Select add to cart.
Proceed to checkout. My total was $0.17 for one print. You can choose to ship to your home or to pick up at your local store. Pay online and show your invoice when you pick up (I just show the order number on my phone at pick-up.) The order invoice will arrive in your email inbox.
Enjoy!

*Note: these Staple print service steps were added in Fall 2018. The directions may change as the website changes. They should give you a general outline of how to upload and order a print on Staples.com.

Also check out this creative printable from Teaching Madness! She has her link in her Instagram profile. (It is probably better ot access it on a desktop computer so you can copy and paste the link!)

Also enjoy these Christmas Traditions to Begin Now. Pin to Pinterest on your Christmas Boards.

Pay it forward to the neighborhood as well. Enjoy these Christmas Gift Ideas for Your Neighbors. Pin to Pinterest on your Gift and Christmas Boards.

How to Make Elf on the Shelf Bendable – 5 Minute Tutorial

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December 5, 2018 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Crafts, Elf on the Shelf Ideas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media Leave a Comment

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The number one question we get in all of Elf on the Shelf Ideas is How to Make Elf on the Shelf Bendable? Typically How did you do that? This poseable Elf five minute tutorial answers all your questions! See well over 100s of creative, funny, and original ideas for your Elf plus free printables.

How to Make Elf on the Shelf Bendable

We have had many loyal followers of our Elf on the Shelf Ideas. A new idea began every day in the month of November and December since. We calculated that and it is over 350 ideas. Not only ideas, over dozens of free printables! That being said, I was talking ot one of our loyal viewers and she asked “how did you do that?” Elf was bent a really funny way. I was shocked that she didn’t know how to make five minute bendable elf. If she didn’t know I wondered how many of you didn’t know. Thus, I reproduced our original post No Sew Bendable Elf on the Shelf Tutorial into a new post – How to Make Elf on the Shelf Bendable!

How to Make Elf on the Shelf Bendable Supplies Needed:

How to Make Elf on the Shelf Bendable Tutorial:

The one item you will need is Craft Wire. If you don’t have it, hurry up and order it. I have seen some people use paper clips (your call – I have not tried it!)

We want your special elf to bend, hang, hug, groove, jig and do more.

First, the thicker the Craft Wire, the better. You want to make sure you can easily cut it and slip it through the seam of the elf… so while paper clips have been done, they are as thick as I would go. My craft wire was thin, so I doubled up by folding it in half.

Lift up the arm pit and slide about three inches of wire into the elf’s arm. Like I said, I folded my wire to thicken it and make Elf have a stronger bend.

Next, trim the excess wire. Repeat under the second arm pit.

Keep in mind, most Elf on the Shelf dolls have a seam at the knee so you will need to place a lower and upper craft wire (calf and quad) in each leg.

Go behind the Elf’s bottom, slide in a new wire. This one will only be around an inch and a half as you are only going the length of the quad. Repeat behind the second leg.

Next, slide a new wire into the toe seam to the knee. This is about an inch in length.

Lastly, trim all excess wire. See if you can make that funny bend below!

Enjoy!

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Make sure you say good-bye. Look at these creative Goodbye Elf on the Shelf Ideas. Pin to Pinterest your Elf on the Shelf and Christmas Pinterest Boards.

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 | Help!

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December 5, 2018 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Elf on the Shelf Ideas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media

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Help! Elf is taped to the door! 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!

Elf on the Shelf Ideas | Help!

We are back, so is the Elf! If you have been with us a long time, you know we have brought you a new Elf on the Shelf Ideas EVERY DAY (in November and December) for the past four years

Help! Elf on the Shelf is taped to the door. We used festive Christmas Washi Tape to take Elf on the door. Imagine your son or daughter’s suprise when they wake to find Elf taped to their bedroom door.

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We love sharing FREEBIES! Print these FREE Elf Notes by entering your email address below. It will arrive in your inbox!

What is Elf on the Shelf?

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

We love printables – especially free ones! Be sure to save these Free Elf on the Shelf Printables. Pin to Pinterest your Elf on the Shelf and Christmas Pinterest Boards.

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