These DIY Pencil Valentines are unique, easy, and fun! I love photo valentines because they are so memorable, not to mention totally unique and custom for your kids. Pencils are useful for school and a great way to cut down on the sugar, even if you don’t have a no-sweets rule at your school. We used…
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Printable Play Mats – The Best Toy for Quiet Time!
Do you need a quiet time activity or something to keep kids busy? Need a quick gift that won’t break the bank? Are you in the mood for cheap & easy DIY project that your kids will love? Enter these Printable Play Mats! We’ve already designed super cute settings using hand-cut paper – all you…
Star Wars Themed Halloween Costumes – 2016
Happy Halloween! This year we did a Star Wars Theme for our Halloween costumes. I know, I know, so did EVERYONE else it feels like. But this was the year we showed the movies to our kids, and they are OBSESSED. So, Star Wars it was. We purposely chose to do the old-school version of…
How To Laminate and Assemble Play Mats
These are the instructions for laminating and assembling the a play mat printable file into a sturdy, portable playmat for hours of play. These instructions are intended to be used with this adorable Mini Train Play Mat Printable sold exclusively here on Snap Happy Mom. The file is printed, laminated, and assembled to form a two…
Must Have Photos on the Last Day of School
School is almost out… which means this is your last chance to take pictures of the friendships and relationships that your child has formed this year. There are always lots of pictures taken at the beginning of the school year, but the last day of school photos are where you actually get to document the fun…
How To Take Pictures of that First Lost Tooth
This guy lost his FIRST tooth this week! He popped into my room at 5:53 AM bursting to tell me that he had *just* pulled it out. Well good morning to you too buddy! Read on for more pictures of this cute kid, and tips for taking pictures of that first lost tooth! Hint: It’s…
Learning How To Walk with Freshly Picked Moccasins
The older my children get, the more I recognize their unique personalities. Even with the same gene lottery, and the same parents raising them, they have vastly different motivations and personalities. This is especially apparent as my children have learned to walk. My oldest was the typical first child – he had lots of attention…
3-D Lollipop Valentines Tutorial
Have you seen these cute 3-D Lollipop Valentines? They are super-easy to make and way more personal than something you’d find in a generic box of cards. Handmade valentines are the best! I’ve got three tips for taking the perfect photo and a tutorial to show you exactly how to create your own unique valentines! Plus,…
Tips For First Day of School Photos
Are you ready for the first day of school, photo-wise? Every mom wants a picture of their child on that milestone event – here are 7 tips for taking great photos on the first day of school!
Pinwheel Photo Valentines – A Tutorial for cute, DIY valentines for a girl!
I’m so excited to share this idea with you – how cute are these mini pinwheel valentines? Handmade photo valentines are easy, memorable, and fun! You can knock this DIY project out easily. These pinwheel cards are perfect for a little girl in your life who loves a chance to wear a pretty dress!
October Things
It’s that time again, where I share all the amusing (and embarassing) things my kids say. Dash (praying): Heavenly Father. Please make the leaves turn colors. Amen.
DIY Frozen Backdrop for Fancy Elsa Photos
Want to take a special picture of your daughter in her Elsa dress? Here’s a DIY idea that is simple and looks pretty in pictures. This Frozen backdrop is easy to put together: you just need white fabric or curtains to cover the wall/floor, and then a pretty snowflake garland. These two things can totally…
Quick And Easy Frozen Photo Shoot – Ten Minute Elsa Pictures!
Does your daughter want to be someone from Frozen for Halloween? Or does she love to dress up as Elsa at home? If your daughter already feels special in that Elsa dress, then why not take a special photo of her as well! Got ten minutes? Here’s how you can painlessly create a Frozen-inspired area…
Things The Kids Say – September Edition
These are the things I managed to write down this month. It’s so fun to hear them say things that make so much sense to them, but are hilarious to us. Dash: My eyes are watering. I must be crying happy tears.
Snap Happy Family Favorites – Garbage Trucks Book
At four and a half years old, we are still loving the garbage truck. I thought it would fizzle out by now, but his love for the garbage truck has just matured with his age and skills. When the garbage truck first started to be an obsession, I searched out some children’s books about waste…
