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Anyone Can Create a Mandala Coloring Page! It's easy with the right tools!

Yet Another Mom Blog Posted on August 22, 2015 by Cynthia CaldwellAugust 22, 2015

Would you like to create your own coloring pages but just don’t know where to start? Or maybe you don’t think you are artistic enough? Here’s a tutorial for making your own mandala coloring pages using a FREE online app that is so easy a six-year-old can do it! » Read more...

Posted in Crafts for Kids, In the Craft Room, In the Office | Tagged coloring, DIY, freebie, frugal, printable, review, software

DIY: Shrink Plastic ID Tags & Zipper Pulls Perfect for backpacks, lunch boxes, jackets, and more!

Yet Another Mom Blog Posted on August 14, 2015 by Cynthia CaldwellFebruary 8, 2016
Backpack with Shrinky Dink ID tag and shrink plastic zipper pulls

Getting ready for going back to school means getting new clothes, new supplies, a new backpack… and then you have to label everything! Why not make it fun by creating custom ID tags using shrink plastic? Makes for a great activity for the kids and gets them in the mood for going back to school to show off their creations to their friends! » Read more...

Posted in In the Craft Room, Kids Crafts | Tagged back to school, frugal, upcycle

DIY Colored Pencil/Pen Case

Yet Another Mom Blog Posted on July 16, 2015 by Cynthia CaldwellNovember 29, 2016
DIY Colored Pencil/Pen Case

Not sure how to store your stash of colored pencils (or pens) to keep them neat and portable? How about a custom-made binder! I don’t have time to write a full tutorial here today, but I wanted to share an idea I saw on the Coloring for All! Facebook group. The idea and pictures came from Marcie Wiseman (with her … » Read more…

Posted in In the Craft Room, In the Sewing Room | Tagged coloring, DIY, frugal

10 Engaging Nature Crafts and Activities for Kids of All Ages Keep them busy outdoors this spring and summer!

Yet Another Mom Blog Posted on May 28, 2015 by Cynthia CaldwellFebruary 8, 2016
Nature Crafts and Activities for Kids of All Ages for Spring and Summer

The weather is warmer, the kids are getting out of school. Keep them busy this spring and summer with these nature activities that will get them outside, learning about plants, and having fun all in one! » Read more...

Posted in Crafts for Kids, Kids Crafts, Outdoor DIY Projects, Outdoors | Tagged art project, frugal, spring, upcycle

Shrink Plastic Charms Using items from your recycle bin!

Yet Another Mom Blog Posted on May 1, 2015 by Cynthia CaldwellFebruary 8, 2016
Shrink Plastic Charms Using Items From Your Recycle Bin

Did you ever do Shrinky Dinks as a kid? Did you know that you can get the shrink plastic for FREE?! Check your recycle bin and create a cute charm bracelet or necklace for Mother’s Day! » Read more...

Posted in Crafts for Kids, In the Craft Room, Kids Crafts | Tagged frugal, gift, jewelry, upcycle

Ten Cheap and Easy Container Options for Starting Seeds Indoors Give those garden plants a head start!

Yet Another Mom Blog Posted on March 16, 2015 by Cynthia CaldwellMarch 2, 2016
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Spring is right around the corner, and now is the time to get a head start on your garden by starting your plants indoors. You don’t have to buy peat pots or other starter kits. There are so many options to make planters out of what you already have in and around your home! Quick and easy, crafty, stitched… there is something for everyone, so get planting! » Read more...

Posted in Gardening, Kids | Tagged frugal, garden, spring, upcycle
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Welcome! My name is Cynthia. I'm a web designer, app developer, office manager, and geek by day, and DIY-er, crafter, jewelry maker, thrifter, gardener, and Pinterest fanatic in my spare time. Oh, yeah, and I'm a full-time mom! I love doing all of these activities with my 16-year-old daughter. Life is quite an adventure...

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