My son is obsessed with the Luigi’s Mansion game on his Nintendo. So a few years back, he begged me to not only be Luigi for Halloween but to make him the Luigi’s Mansion costume specifically. Warning: Let me start this post by saying that if you are a Luigi’s Mansion SUPER FAN, I’m going…
If you want a really quick skillet meal this summer that’s nutritious, uses up some summer squash bounty, and tastes amazing, this Zucchini and Sausage Squash Recipe is for you. It can be made with regular Italian sausage or my favorite is chicken sausage. It’s one of my go-to favorite recipes in the summer because…
In my life, sixty seems far away for me. I know that in a blink though, I’ll be sitting there blowing out my own candles. As the people I love in my life start to approach this milestone birthday, I wonder about how to pick a great 60th birthday gift. By 60 most people would…
Unicorns have always been famous mythical creatures; the cool thing is that we have way more options to decorate with these days. I love all the rainbow and glittery items that cover the aisles at the party supply stores. You will see me grinning from ear to ear as I walk with my shopping cart….
When it comes to magical parties, rainbows pack such a WOW factor. Choosing all the colors makes it so easy to decorate and transform a space. When I need to throw an inexpensive party, I love using these rainbow theme party ideas. They make for a festive feel without having to be a creative genius. …
I’m from the first generation of Jurassic Park kids. I remember going to the theatre to watch these crazy prehistoric creatures come to life and walk on land again. To see something so real was mesmerizing, and I was instantly hooked on dinosaurs. That trend has continued with my kids, who love dinosaurs and get…
Did you want to get a little funky? Did you want a little fun? The idea of a glow party seems like the right way to go! I love the ridiculousness of blacklights. I remember being young and first experiencing the glow of a blacklight at a roller skating rink. I was mesmerized. Now, as…
How to become a successful blogger is kind of a big question. I’ve been blogging for over 9 years now and I’ve learned quite of few things based on my own wins and failures. I’ve also coached around 400 bloggers and can tell you the traits and habits of those who become successful versus those…
Regarding my twins, I have twice the fun planning a great party. We did a mermaid-themed party last year, so this year, I wanted it to be just as magical. So when it came to this year, I knew of only one magical creature that could compete with the iridescent glory of a mermaid. In…
I don’t know about you but now that summer is here I’m ready to get out in the sun and sand ASAP. With 3 kids I find getting anywhere with the stuff that I need to be a bit overwhelming at times but in with a great mom beach bag for summer, you can conquer…
“In his blue gardens, men and girls came and went like moths among the whisperings and the champagne and the stars.” The Great Gatsby was an enchanting book and a beautiful piece of cinematography that entranced us. From the art deco design to the glittering beadwork, we had to have it! That’s why I am…
My son is what you might call OBSESSED with Nerf everything. He’s in that stage where I’m not ready for paintball or airsoft but I’m cool with Nerf guns. My son’s birthday is always in December so we decided to do an indoor nerf party but my friend also modified her party with some of…
Getting jiggy with it? Don’t mind if I do! But before you can get down at the event, we need to decide what to name the dance. If you are planning to host a dance whether it’s for pre-teens at a middle school 8th grade dance, a prom dance, a class reunion, or even a…
It started in the fall of 2020. We needed to GET OUT. We needed to GET OUTSIDE. We needed to see something other than our living room. That’s when I became mildly obsessed with weekend hiking with kids. Where we live near the mountains of North Carolina, the hiking opportunities are almost endless. It’s an…
If you are anything like me you have a busy family with bags, keys, all kinds of shoes, and coats. One of the most frustrating ordeals we deal with is not being able to find anything on the way out the door because it’s spread throughout the house. Sometimes it’s just a mess in our…
I’ve have always, always, always wanted to go outside my comfort zone and add purple highlights in brown hair. But as a brunette who really loves my locks, I was extremely nervous about what it would “really” take to make it happen. My fear was, what if I don’t like purple highlights in brown hair?…
I cannot believe that my little boy is growing up as fast as he is. Just yesterday we were bringing him home from the hospital, brand new parents, hoping we could figure it out. Now, he’s a curious and creative boy that is continually surprising us. With the knowledge that birthdays are coming, I want…
Baby showers are a ton of fun to plan but the day of set-up can be a ton of work and take a lot of time researching. For any host or hostess looking for a quick guide to all the cowboy baby shower decorations, you’ll need, we’ve got you covered in this post! I hope…
Alright, cowpokes. We are going to throw a fantastic cowboy baby shower. If you are looking for a rootin’ tootin’ baby welcoming event, then look no further. I want to herd you toward these unique and fun ideas, and we will wrangle up some great options for your party! Enough with the cowboy quips. Let’s…
Ah, 14. This is one of those transitional years of life where your kid is most likely crossing over from the hellish middle school years into the new world of high school. Socializing is probably EVERYTHING to your kid right now so it’s important to build a party with that in mind. Here are 14th…
I hope that you found this list helpful as you plan your own Nautical Baby Shower! Kim AndersonKim Anderson is the organized chaos loving author behind the Thrifty Little Mom Blog. She helps other people who thrive in organized chaos to stress less, remember more and feel in control of their time, money, and home….
Soccer (or fútbol/football as everywhere but the U.S.A. calls it) is becoming ever more popular in the States. With children flocking to learn this quick-paced game, it is no wonder that you may need to throw a soccer birthday party. When the kids want a killer party, I can show you how to get the…
Looking for a great list of Disney Halloween Movies you can stream this year? Check out this list of 30 options and make time to go through as many as you can this Halloween season.
In light of all the craziness in 2020, you may be trying to find an alternative or even outdoor focused Halloween events for kids, family, or friends. Here is a list of ideas that can help you maintain social distance, make memories, celebrate and have a great time. Note that each US state will have…
Kim AndersonKim Anderson is the organized chaos loving author behind the Thrifty Little Mom Blog. She helps other people who thrive in organized chaos to stress less, remember more and feel in control of their time, money, and home. Kim is the author of: Live, Save, Spend, Repeat: The Life You Want with the Money…