Valentine’s Day
This is Love
Love is patient, love is kind. Love does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails. {1 Corinthians 13: 4-7} Our homeschool memory verse this month is this passage from 1 Corinthians 13. Teaching my kids always seems to make me see things in a whole new light, so even though I have heard this verse countless times in my life, it has impacted me differently ... read more
Be My {Frugal} Valentine 2013: 15 Fabulous Gifts Under $15
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, which of course means it is time for the 3rd Annual LWSL $15 gift list! I have to say, though, that many of the awesome gift ideas I posted last year are still available, so be sure to check out that list as well! As always, I was amazed at what fabulous things can be found for under $15 when you really start looking. And if you would rather make your V-Day gifts, be sure to check out all my handmade gift ideas here! Gifts for Him: 1. Braided Leather Bracelet-Last year I featured the black version, this year I’m digging the brown. ... read more
Valentine’s Day Embroidery Hoop Art {Easy Embroidery for Kids}
We are in full Little House mode over here, and I gotta say, I am loving every minute. As I told Husband last night, our girls may never score a 1600 on their SAT, but my oh my, will they be able to sew, bake, & pickle like nobody’s business! Last week, inspired by one of the projects in the Little House Craft Book, Princess and I took it upon ourselves to learn embroidery. It was something I have never done before either, so we learned together. She was completely hooked almost immediately. I was frankly amazed at how quickly she picked it up! She proudly completed a practice sampler, ... read more
Valentine’s Day Cake Pops {DiY}
For the past few years I’ve made sugar cookies for Valentine’s Day and this year I really wanted to do something new. Then I stumbled across Bakerella’s Cake Pop Book and discovered a whole new obsession. I think if I could do nothing but make cake pops for the rest of my life, I would be a happy, happy girl. They are SO fun to make! The are pretty easy too, so if you are still looking for a fun treat to make with your kids for Valentine’s Day tomorrow, hurry on over to Jo-Anns or Michaels for some candy coating and lollipop sticks & get busy. Supplies Needed: 1 ... read more
Be My {frugal} Valentine: 15 Perfect Valentine’s Day Gifts Under $15 {2012}
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, which means it is time for the Annual LWSL Valentine’s Day Gift List! I have found some awesome goodies for you this year–it is amazing what you can find for under $15 when you really start to look. As with all gifts, of course, it is the thought that counts, and I think all of the gifts on this list will show your special someones you were thinking of them! Gifts for Him: 1. Braided Leather Bracelet-This beautiful, er, I mean handsome braided leather and stainless-steel bracelet not only has awesome reviews, it is on sale for 71% off the list price of $49.95. ... read more
