35 Plentiful Ideas for Thanksgiving
November 19, 2009 by Karen Weideman
Filed under Around the web, children's activity, holidays, recipes, thrifty-links
Thanksgiving is only a week away. I know, I can hardly believe it. To save you some time, I’ve been searching around for great resources for you. There’s a wide variety to choose from. Enjoy!
For the kids:
Thankful tree
Thanksgiving coloring pages
Thanksgiving place mat
Planning Thanksgiving for the Kids
Thanksgiving turkey banner craft
Thanksgiving Children’s Activities
Thanksgiving Party Games and Activities for Kids
Thanksgiving word scramble
Fall and Thanksgiving songs
Thanksgiving place mat Craft for Kids
Thankful pumpkins
Rustic vests
Pumpkin song
Thanksgiving baby bibs
Decorating and Entertaining:
Thanksgiving scripture place cards
Pumpkin Serving Dishes
Tips for Hosting Thanksgiving Dinner
5 Ways to Save Money on Entertaining
Easy Gourd and Candle Fall Centerpieces
Fall Party Centerpiece Ideas with Gourds
Apple …read more
12 Parent-Approved Fundraisers
October 3, 2009 by Karen Weideman
Filed under Kid Stuff, Top 10 lists, parenting
Last year, after being totally frustrated over numerous fundraisers, I wrote a little rant with 10 reasons why I can’t stand school fundraisers. I understand though that schools need to raise money for things that our kids can enjoy such as playgrounds, picnic tables, and media items. After speaking with some parents and personally critiquing some fundraisers, I’ve come up with a list of parent-approved fundraisers. I know that you won’t agree with every suggestion on the list, but hopefully you’ll find an idea that you like.
1) Grocery store customer cards – Some stores, such as Food Lion have a program for …read more
Cutting Back on Your Christmas Expenses
September 27, 2009 by Karen Weideman
Filed under Christmas, Holiday Thrift, Seasonal Savings, holidays, money saving idea, saving money
Christmas is only three months away. You may be thinking, ‘Please don’t say it! Don’t bring up that topic. I’m not ready yet!’. We can’t shoo away the fact that Christmas will be here before we know it, but we can prepare. For many, money is tight this year and alternative plans need to be made. Here are some ways to cut back on your spending this year.
1) If you have young children, consider purchasing used toys and clothes for them or having a toy and clothing swap with friends. Young children don’t know if the item is new or …read more
A Thanksgiving Feast of Ideas
November 20, 2007 by Karen Weideman
Filed under blogs, holidays
Looking for more Thanksgiving ideas? Then head on over to Weary Parent. Char has compiled a great source of links to get you inspired and on your way.
