Despite his family’s baffling generations-old ban on music, Miguel (voice of newcomer Anthony Gonzalez) dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like his idol, Ernesto de la Cruz (voice of Benjamin Bratt). Desperate to prove his talent, Miguel finds himself in the stunning and colorful Land of the Dead following a mysterious chain of events. Along the …
If you’re as obsessed with shiplap as I am (thank you, Joanna Gaines for filling me with the desire to move to Waco!), you may have wondered how you can fit it in to your home decor in some way. For me, a shiplap wall might work in our basement, where the theme is more …
These printable sticker charts feature Disney Princesses and Marvel superheroes. They’re a great way to keep track of chores and reward great behavior. Just print them out and start using them with your kids. So much fun and such a great way to motivate children!
Over the last week, I have been working with Dexter, who just turned six, on his reading skills. We have this great set of Lego Star Wars phonics books that we bought him, and he has been going through them, sounding out each sight word beautifully. But I do find that it’s sometimes hard to …
It seems like only yesterday when I was dressed as a wizard, lined up a mile from our local book store just before midnight, waiting for the newest Harry Potter book to be released. Those were the good old days, of course. When there were still new books to anticipate! But with the soon-to-be released …
Please note: An earlier version of this printable was missing a couple of letters. After being alerted by some comments and emails, I updated the file, and there should be no issues. Let me know if you have problems! Are you looking for an amazing and fun birthday party idea? Why not try for a …
Are you looking for an amazing and fun birthday party idea? Why not try for a super cool Minecraft Birthday? Fun for boys and girls of any age, there’s so much you can do with this! And to help you out, I’ve got some FREE and fun printables to make life a lot simpler. Just click …
Many products we buy at the grocery store or specialty stores, such as teas or cookies, come in tin containers. These can be really nice quality in the way they are made, but maybe not so cute on the outside! Using Washi tape is a great way to easily cover them in a trendy way, …
If your kids are as obsessed with Minions and/or Superheroes as my kids are, they’re going to LOVE these awesome Lunch Box Notes and Book Labels. Simply download the PDF and print them on your home computer. Or get them professionally printed at your local printing store. The lunch box notes are great for writing …
When I was a kid, we used to save our popsicle sticks and use them to build towers, forts and even birdcages. Nowadays, though, you don’t have to eat eleventy-million popsicles. You can just buy craft sticks! And since there are literally thousands of activities to do with them, they are a GREAT way of …
Have you seen the new Batman vs Superman movie yet?? I have to admit, after reading the reviews, I am kind of on the fence about seeing it or not. But I know we will at some point because we’re huge fans of both franchises, and even if it’s terrible (some people think it is, …
As part of my office makeover, I wanted to create an awesome inspiration board or dream board that I could have directly over my desk. I envisioned a HUGE board that took up most of the wall, and I would fill it with photos, mementos and inspirational quotes. But after scouring the stores and online, …
I don’t know about you, but my kids are SO excited for Easter this year. Dexter asks practically every morning, “Is it Easter yet??” It’s kind of adorable, but also really getting old. But I can’t really fault him. All he remembers about the holiday is chocolate eggs, plastic egg hunts in the back yard …
Recently I have been in the process of creating myself a beautiful home office. My tastes are quite eclectic, and I’m not one to be very matchy matchy, but I’m working on it, and I’m pretty happy with what I have so far. But one thing that wasn’t working for me was my office chair. …
This fun edible craft is a St Paddy’s Day spin on the traditional gingerbread house. It’s so much fun for kids to design and make their very own leprechaun house they can decorate and eat!
I can’t believe another year has come and gone. We’ve had such a crazy 2015, and so much has changed. The biggest one is in my kiddos! They are growing so fast. Christmas was so wonderful this year, as it was the first time they’ve truly understood what it’s all about. We went all out …
It’s Day 13 of our 25 Days of Christmas! I can’t believe we’re over halfway done with our celebration! I hope you guys have been enjoying it as much as I have!! Today, I wanted to show you this super fun and affordable craft that is PERFECT for kids. I think Christmas stockings are one …
It’s Day 11 of our 25 Days of Christmas, and today we are bringing you a super fun kid craft that is PERFECT for the holidays. This time of year is ALWAYS super busy, and moms like me everywhere are cooking, baking, wrapping presents and decorating, and it can be really difficult when your kids …
Welcome to Day 6 of the 25 Days of Christmas celebration here at A Mother Thing! We’ve been bringing you some fun recipes and crafts over the last five days, and today I have a wonderful decorative craft for you! This is something I whipped up in about 30 minutes, and it’s my new favorite …
Welcome to Day 4 of our 25 Days of Christmas! Today I wanted to share a super simple but very fun Christmas craft for your enjoyment. It is a great one to do with the kids, and it’ll add such a fun visual element to your Christmas dinner table this year! Don’t forget to check …
Baby Chester is going through the “slamming doors” stage of his babyhood. He turned a year old last week, and since he’s still not walking (oh Lord, help me!) he’s currently causing mischief by getting into EVERYTHING that is not glued down. His favorite thing is to wait for someone to open the baby gate …
I LOVE home projects that are super cheap but pack a HUGE punch. This $5 Table ReVamp fits the bill perfectly. Using only some chalk paint, Mod Podge and wrapping paper, I transformed a rather mundane wooden table into a work of art! I found this super cute little table at our local DI (that’s Deseret …
I don’t know about you, but I drink a LOT of coffee. My not-so-secret addiction is Starbucks. It’s been especially bad lately because they’ve just introduced the option to order on your phone and pick up. So now it is SO easy and fast to get coffee, and I’m spending a [not so] small fortune every week. …
String art has become a big thing in the world of home decor lately, and it’s no wonder! It is such a cute idea and really jazzes up the walls of your home. I have seen pieces going on Etsy for $30 – $40, and it’s amazing to me that people would pay so much …
Spring is Sprung! And to get in the mood, we’ve made this awesome spring-themed DIY Chalk & Wood Bunting! This is SUCH an easy project, but it has huge impact. Whether you choose to use it indoors or out, I promise that no one will believe that it didn’t come from a store. This probably …
I admit that ever since I watched Heidi as a child, I have had a real love for wooden shoes and tulips. I just love them. When I traveled to Amsterdam with my husband early in our relationship, I was over the moon to see so many beautiful tulips, both real and crafted, all over …
Easter decor can be hard to get right, but these Easter candy jars make fabulous centerpieces for your Easter table. Or just keep them around the home for a fun and festive reminder of spring!