Category: DIY

Squirt Gun Painting DIY! Perfect for Summer!

Looking for an inexpensive activity to do with your kids over the upcoming summer months? If so, you must try this squirt gun painting DIY idea! I haven’t tried this with my kids, but it looks like so much fun. This looks like a neat activity to do with my husband too! You will need these four things:

• Water Guns (you can find these at the Dollar store)
• Washable Crayola Paint (to wash out of clothes)
• Canvas or White Construction Paper
• Easel

Do not have an easel? No problem! You can put the canvas on the grass, nail it to your tree, or make your own easel out of cardboard. What summer crafts are you looking forward to when it becomes warmer? Let us know in the comments below, because our readers would love to know!

For additional tips on making this a great experience, be sure to visit the Fireflies and Mud-pies Webpage!

Mini Frittata Brunch Bar!

Want to make a mini frittata brunch bar? It is so easy and your family will love it! Just beat the needed eggs as your base, then you can add sausage, peppers, spinach, cheese, or whatever you like. So, if you have picky eaters, they can choose to make their own. It only takes 30 minutes and you’ll taste little bites of brunch heaven. Here’s the ingredients you will need:

• 10 eggs (or for a lighter version – 6 eggs and 4 egg whites)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper (optional)
• a variety of add-ins such as: diced bacon, sausage, broccoli, peppers, spinach, cheese, tomatoes, onions, etc…
• non stick spray

For additional directions on how to make this tasty brunch, be sure to visit the Family Fresh Meals Webpage! Have you made a similar recipe? If so, what did your family think of this delicious meal? Let us know in the comments below.

Chocolate Covered Banana Pops Recipe!

Want to make a healthy treat for your kids in these warmer months? If so, you’ll have to try these Chocolate Covered Banana Pops! I’ve made these loads of times and my kids absolutely adore them. Plus, they are eating bananas instead of something like ice cream or cookies. If you’d like to make these yourself, be sure to pick up the following ingredients:

• 2 ripe but firm bananas
• 6 ounces dark chocolate chopped, or semisweet chocolate chips
• 3 TBSP coconut oil, liquid
• 1/2 cup granola, chopped peanuts, sprinkles, coconut etc (optional)

How did your Chocolate Covered Banana Pops turn out? Let us know in the comment section below, because we love to hear from our readers. For additional tips and tricks on making this treat, be sure to visit The Healthy Maven Webpage.

Birdseed Christmas Ornaments DIY!

Are you using your Christmas cookie cutters? If not, then we have a DIY that you will absolute love! Just pick up the needed supplies (listed below) and make these Christmas themed Birdseed ornaments. You can hang them on the tree for birds and have another Christmas tree!

You can make this DIY with any cookie cutter, so this project can be made year round! Want to make these cute bird treats? If so, you will need the following supplies:

• 4 cups birdseed
• 3/4 cup flour
• 1 envelope unflavored gelatin
• 3 tablespoons corn syrup
• Cookie cutters
• Cookie sheet
• Parchment paper
• Cooking spray
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 straws
• Twine

Was the project a success for your family? Feel free to let us know in the comments below! For more details on how to make these Birdseed Christmas Ornaments, visit the EHow Webpage for further instructions.

Old Fashioned Banana Cream Pie Recipe! So Yummy!

Do you like bananas in desserts? If so, be sure to try the Old Fashioned Banana Cream Pie! I personally have not yet tried this sweet treat, but it looks so delicious. I bet my family would love this as well. Want to make this dessert yourself? If so, here are the needed ingredients:

For the pie crust:

• 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon sugar
• 1 sticks (1/2 cup) unsalted butter diced and chilled
• 2-4 tablespoons ice water

For the filling:

• 1 cup sugar
• ⅓ cup cornstarch
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 3 cups milk
• 4 egg yolks- beaten
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2-3 bananas-sliced

For the topping:

• 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
• 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1 banana-sliced
• chocolate shavings-optional

For more directions on this recipe, be sure to visit the OMG Chocolate Desserts Webpage! Have you made this recipe or one similar before? If so, let us know what you thought in the comments below.