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The season to find unique and practical gifts for loved ones is upon us. Why not give organization themed holiday gifts this year?  As a Professional Organizer I always cringe a little at this time of year because I know there may be a flood of impractical items entering my home.  The fun side of me loves those moments of joy when opening a funny or thoughtful gift.  But the reality is most gifts are something that we do not need and probably will not use.  That’s why I like to give practical gifts that are useful and have a...

In our build a circuit lesson, your children will learn what electricity is, how it flows, and how simple, parallel, and series circuits work. Plus, they’ll make some fun light-up greeting cards.  (Or you can use the templates for something other than greeting cards.) Before starting our build a circuit lesson, request the templates and circuit printables. The sign-up box is below. The templates include Christmas templates, a birthday cupcake, a robot, a police car, and several houses. Use these as greeting cards or display on a bulletin board or refrigerator. Have your child create their own template and just...

  It seems these days that every time I go to the grocery store my shopping cart is costing me more and more.  The cost of food is rising at an exorbitant rate!  I don't know how families are making ends meet.This tasty casserole recipe I am sharing with you today comes from the pages of my big blue binder and it is a great way of making a bit of this and a bit of that stretch a long way in a most delicious way. It is a store cupboard family favorite! I am not a snob when it comes to...

Elisa Evaso founded the interior design firm Monostudio Associati with her husband Luca Guglieri in 2005 with a mission to create spaces designed for the well-being of the people who would use them. That focus, combined with the growing urgency to change the way we work towards a more circular and sustainable practice led the pair to start the Monoferments Project in 2020 and to start developing interior finishes from waste materials. Tell me a little bit about your childhood, education, and background in terms of how you first became interested in creativity, design, and sustainability. Spending endless summers in...

This week on Homeschoool Highschool Podcast: Handling Homeschool Fears, Interview with Homeschool Super Freak. Handling Homeschool Fears, Interview with Homeschool Super Freak We are so excited this week to have a chance to chat with a favorite new friend from social media. Vicki has been enjoying Homeschool Super Freak’s posts on Facebook, Homeschool Super Freak website and Parent Busters podcast episodes! So, Vicki contacted her and arranged for today’s interview about what to do with fears about homeschooling! Homeschool Super Freak is Jacqueline Wilson and everyone who knows her knows how unstuffy and fun she is! Parent Busters podcast is...