Category: DIY

How To Make A Paper Chain Snake!

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How To Make A Paper Chain Snake!

Wanting to make a craft with your kiddos this weekend? I sure am! If you’d like to make this craft, then we have an easy-looking craft for you. This Paper Chain Snake looks absolutely fun and easy to make. This craft would be perfect after visiting your local zoo! If you’d like to make this project as well, you’ll need the following supplies:

  • Green Card Stock
  • Yellow Card Stock
  • Scissors
  • Stapler and Staples
  • Glue
  • Googly Eyes
  • Red Balloon

PS: I was able to find all of these supplies at my local Dollar Tree, which helped me save money!

For additional directions on making this craft, be sure to visit the Raising Little Superheroes Webpage. Let us know what you thought of this recipe in the comment section below, because we’d love to hear from you.

Creamy Macaroni and Cheese Casserole Recipe!

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Creamy Macaroni and Cheese Casserole Recipe!

Want a delicious and creamy casserole dish for dinner tonight? If so, be sure to check out this Creamy Macaroni and Cheese Casserole recipe. My kids love macaroni and this meal was a no-brainer! As expected, my family loved this. If you’d like to make this recipe as well? If so, be sure to pick up the following ingredients:

  • 12 oz dry macaroni
  • ¼ cup butter
  • ¼ cup flour
  • 1½ cups milk
  • 1 cup light cream (about 10-12% MF)
  • ½ teaspoon dry mustard powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • 1 can condensed cream of cheddar soup (optional)
  • 4 cups sharp cheddar, divided
  • ½ cup fresh parmesan cheese

For additional directions on making this casserole dish, be sure to visit the Spend With Pennies Webpage for more details. Let us know what you thought of this recipe in the comment section below.

Peanut Butter And Banana Frozen Dog Treats Recipe!

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Peanut Butter And Banana Frozen Dog Treats Recipe!

Here at Thrifty Momma Ramblings, we love to bring our readers fun and unique recipes for families! However, we do not share enough recipes for pets! So, I found this fun Peanut Butter And Banana Frozen Treats Recipe! Plus, it feels good to know the ingredients in your pet’s food! Here is what you’ll need for these treats:

  1. 2 over ripe bananas
  2. 1 cup Greek yogurt
  3. 1/2 cup peanut butter

For additional step by step instructions on how to make these dog treats, visit the Munchkins & Military Webpage. Let us know how your puppy dog enjoys this healthy snack!

Strawberry Cake Mix Cookie Recipe!

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Strawberry Cake Mix Cookie Recipe!

Want to make some simple and delicious cookies? If so, you’ll have to check out this Strawberry Cake Mix Cookie Recipe! I recently made this yummy treat and my family enjoyed it immensely. Want to make these cookies too? If so, you’ll need to pick up the following ingredients:

  • 1 box Betty Crocker Strawberry Cake Mix
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup Canola or Vegetable Oil
  • ¾ cup Powdered Sugar

For additional directions on making these cookies, be sure to visit the Frugal Girls Webpage for more details. Let us know what you thought of this recipe in the comment section below.

Textured Hot Air Balloon Craft!

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Textured Hot Air Balloon Craft!

Want to explore the 5 senses with a preschool craft this weekend? If so, this Textured Hot Air Balloon project looks fun to make with your kiddos. I no longer have children this age, but this craft looks fun to make! Plus, wouldn’t these projects look fun on your fridge at home? If you’d like to make this balloon project as well, be sure to have the following supplies at home:

  • paper plate
  • glue
  • scissors
  • Mr. Sketch Markers
  • items such as crepe paper, tissue paper, glitter, colored rice, feathers, fabric, felt, bubble wrap, buttons, cotton balls and so on
  • string/yarn/cord
  • hole puncher
  • brown paper lunch bag

For additional directions on making this craft, be sure to visit the Artsy Momma Webpage for more details. Let us know what you thought of this project in the comment section below. We’d love to hear from you.

Summer Minestrone Soup Recipe!

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Summer Minestrone Soup Recipe!

During the summer, I love eating fresh greens from the garden! Even without fresh greens, I love making soup with veggies. What about you? I recently tried this Summer Minestrone Soup and it was delicious.  My husband can be picky, but he ate three bowls! Want to make this soup as well? If so, you’ll need the following ingredients:

  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup diced onion (about 1/2 onion)
  • 1/2 cup sliced leeks, white and light green parts
  • 1/2 cup diced celery (about one celery rib)
  • 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper (about 1/4 of one bell pepper)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 Tbsp)
  • 6 cups chicken stock (can use good quality vegetable stock for vegetarian option)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt (add more salt if using unsalted stock)
  • 2 cups large dice zucchini (or other summer squash such as crookneck or pattypan)
  • 1 cup fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch lengths
  • 2 roma tomatoes, diced
  • 1/2 cup cooked small white beans
  • 1/2 cup dry ditalini or any small pasta (omit for gluten-free option)
  • Fresh basil for garnish
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish (optional)

For additional directions on making this soup, be sure to visit the Simply Recipes Webpage for more details. Let us know what you thought of this recipe in the comment section below, because we’d love to know.

The Easiest Peach Turnovers Recipe!

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The Easiest Peach Turnovers Recipe!

Want a sweet treat to make over the weekend? If so, you must try this delicious Peach Turnover recipe. I made this dish yesterday and my family loved this. My husband ate five of them, which is a huge compliment towards my cooking. Want to make this yummy treat too? If so, you’ll need the following ingredients:

  • 1 box puff pastry (2 sheets total), thawed
  • 1 can peach pie filling
  • 1 egg white, beaten with 1 tsp water
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 Tbsp milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For additional directions on making this sweet treat, be sure to visit the Domestic Rebel Webpage for more details. Let us know what you thought of this recipe in the comment section below, because we’d love to know.