29 of the Best Easter Ideas
Easter will be here before you know it. Are you ready? I admit, we have a lot to do still, but these 29 ideas will have you ready in no time! These are the best Easter ideas around!
Easter Recipes and Crafts:
1. Easy Cake Mix Sugar Cookies (just 3 main ingredients)
2. Easter Peeps S’Mores (including gluten free options)
5. Easter Bunny Patch Recipe using Palmer’s Easter Candy
6. 5 Unique Ideas for a Reusable Easter Basket
7. 5 Creative (non candy) Easter Gift Ideas
8. Easy DIY Resurrection Garden
10. Easy Resurrection Snack and Activity for Kids
11. How to Dye Easter Eggs with Silk Ties
13. How to Plan an Easter Egg Hunt
15. Free Easter Printable for Kids
16. 9 Tips for a Successful Easter Egg Hunt
18. Kids’ Party Food:Mr. McGregor’s Garden Patch
20. 20 Easter Supplies and Favors
22. 25 Easter Craft & Activities
23. Easy Easter Stencil Cookies
24. Kids Party Food: Easy Easter Cookies
25. Kid’s Party Food Ideas: Delicious & Darling Easter Cake Pops
26. Monster Eggs {DIY Party Craft Ideas}
27. 33 FREE Easter Printables Boys Will Like Too
28. [Inspiration] Easter Egg Hunt
29. Bow Tie Easter Party for Your Little Man
Our favorite Easter Traditions:
My Mom always made the ‘lambie cake’ for Easter every year. She has this cake mold shaped like a lamb and she always decorated it up to look so cute every year. I’m not that ambitious but I love a sweet treat for the kids and we have fun filling and hiding baskets and eggs. I think I get a bigger kick out of finding good hiding spots than they do out of finding them!
– Lindsay is the mom of 2 and author of See Mom Click. She shares great deals, Disney happenings and recipes. You can follow her on Twitter here!
Easter was always one of my favorite holidays growing up. My dad would always buy about 10 large chocolate bunnies and hide them around our living room. (Why so many? So he could eat them, too! Haha) After we had our 9am chocolate fix, we’d head to church and then to my grandparent’s house for turkey dinner with all the fixings. Every year it was the same and I loved it. We’re still developing our traditions with my son Sam, but Easter is becoming one of his favorites.
– Stephanie is the mom to Sam and the author of Spaceships and Laser Beams. If you ever need party ideas her site is the place to visit! Specializing in all things boy, it’s full of inspiration! Follow her on Twitter here!
We always had Easter Egg hunts at my grandma and papaw’s house when I was little. Now that I have my own family, we still get together every year with our big ole’ family and let the littles hunt eggs. They always have such a great time. My addiction to those Cadbury Creme Filled Eggs comes into full on and I always have to keep a stash hidden. Shhhhh!!!
– Jenni is the mom of one and the author of Sweet Pennies From Heaven. A hearth and home website, Sweet Pennies From Heaven focuses on recipes, crafts and creating a comfortable home. Follow her on Twitter here!
I love Easter. It’s an important day for us and what it symbolizes. We try to do something really fun each year. Last year for the older kids we put glow sticks in the eggs and let them hunt them after dark. They loved that! It’s a wonderful day filled with faith, friends, family and of course, a trip from the Easter Bunny!
– Amanda is the mom to Joshua and owns It’s a Fabulous Life. If you are looking for a one stop place for all things mom, It’s a Fabulous Life is it! Full of recipes, fashion, DIY projects, recipes and parenting articles it’s the place for all of Mom’s favorites to come together! Follow her on Twitter here!
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#SmartyRoutines Twitter Party
I am so excited about working with SmartyPants! We have been big fans of their gummy vitamins for a while now.
They are my absolute favorite! Why?
- They are gummy vitamins so they are easy to take. Even as an adult, I would rather eat a gummy vitamin than take a pill!
- They are delicious. Like super good!
- They use the BEST ingredients. Their vitamins are non-GMO and contain no high-fructose corn syrup. Plus they are gluten free and contain no yeast, wheat, milk, eggs, gluten, salt, peanuts, tree nuts, shellfish, synthetic colors, artificial flavors, sweeteners, or preservatives.
- Even their Omega 3s are sourced from eco-friendly small fish populations.
- SmartyPants vitamins pack in your vitamin needs in a yummy gummy. Ok maybe, that one was mentioned twice, but it is important! (Find out more about what goes into their vitamins here!)
Join us Wednesday, August 31 at 9:00 PM (Eastern time!) to talk all about morning routines and SmartyPants Vitamins! We will be giving away tons of prizes including several bottles of vitamins, a Walgreen’s gift card and a Keurig coffee machine. Everything you need to start a morning routine of your own! (Want to see our tips for morning routine tips? Check them out here!)
How do you join a Twitter Party?
It’s easy! First you will need to be sure you are following your party hosts so you don’t miss anything!
Follow:
@MomsCheckIn
@SmartyHealth
@amandarfaulkner
@SpaceshipsLB
@SweetPennies
Next, click below on the tweet to tell us you are coming!
[Tweet “I can’t wait for the #SmartyRoutines Twitter Party! See you there @SmartyHealth @MomsCheckIn”]
Finally, fill in the RSVP form below with your Twitter information. We will use it to choose the winners for our prizes! On August 31st at 9:00 PM (Eastern Time) hop on Twitter and use the #SmartyRoutines to join in the fun. Be sure to use the hashtag on all of your tweets so they are seen! We will be giving out prizes throughout the hour! Remember you MUST RSVP to be eligible to win!
See you there!
This post has been sponsored by SmartyPants Vitamins.
Back To School Routines: Make This Your Best Year Yet!
School is in full swing now which means we are all getting back on a routine. There are only 24 hours in a day, but sometimes, well, most of the time I have about 36 hours worth of things I would like to get done. And it all starts with the morning.
We’ve all had one of those mornings. Where you wake up late, can’t find something, remember something last minute….you know, it’s just off. Being off your morning can really effect the rest of your day. That’s why it’s so important to build a great morning routine. Start your morning off right with a great back to school routine.
So we asked….
What are your best tips for back to school morning routines?
“Honestly, mornings around here started out pretty rough when school started. Now that we’re 3 weeks in, things are smooth sailing. Setting the coffee pot timer the night before, is the FIRST thing I do! We also have clothes and backpacks laid out the night before. On the weekends, I use gallon sized bags to divy up lunch items for the days of the week. That way, all I have to do is grab the bag and put everything inside Eli’s lunchbox. It only takes a second, vs. 5 extra minutes out of the morning. Another thing I use that really helps us stick to our routine is cellphone timers. I have a timer for everything…and when the timer goes off, we do that task. Wash face and hands, brush teeth, get dressed, eat breakfast (and take our vitamins), grab backpack, say our morning prayer, watch for the bus. Works like a charm! Sounds a little OCD, right?! But hey — we get out the door on time and with less drama, each and every morning!! Plus, Eli thinks it’s fun and he likes to beat his time for each task. He looks at it as sort of a challenge!!”
– Jenni is the mom of one and the author of Sweet Pennies From Heaven. A hearth and homewebsite, Sweet Pennies From Heaven focuses on recipes, crafts and creating a comfortable home. Follow her on Twitter here!
“Mornings are always busy! This year, we have lots of new things to experience: we’re in a new city, a new house and a new school district. Plus, Mike is no longer working outside the home. I feel like we’re starting our school morning routines from scratch. Thankfully, some of our usual habits will continue to serve us well. In the evening, I have Sam help me prep his backpack and clothes for the next day — this makes our morning so much easier! Once we’re up and around, I make his lunch while he eats breakfast. We follow breakfast with vitamins and a good teeth brushing. After a few minutes of reading and cuddles together, it’s time for out the door. I love the fall and I’m excited that back to school season is finally here!”
– Stephanie is the mom to Sam and the author of Spaceships and Laser Beams. If you ever need party ideas her site is the place to visit! Specializing in all things boy, it’s full of inspiration!Follow her on Twitter here!
“Mornings for us are pretty different than they were last year! This year we are homeschooling so we have eliminated a lot of the rush which feels so amazing! I’m all for calm and less stress! One change that I have added to my routine is that I spend a few minutes (usually only 5-7) doing some yoga. It may sound silly or that those few minutes can’t really make a difference, but they do! It gives me a few minutes to just wake up, stretch and get ready. I’ve also stopped the habit of waking up, grabbing my phone and checking my inbox in bed. Before, I was starting my day before I could even fully open my eyes! Then it’s breakfast, vitamins and beginning to get ready. Small, simple changes have helped make our mornings not only calmer but so much more enjoyable. And when you start your mornings off enjoyable it’s much easier to have an awesome day!”
– Amanda is the mom to Joshua and owns It’s a Fabulous Life. If you are looking for a one stop place for all things mom, It’s a Fabulous Life is it! Full of recipes, fashion, DIY projects, recipes and parenting articles it’s the place for all of Mom’s favorites to come together! Follow her on Twitter here!
One thing that we all have in common is the fact that vitamins play an important part of our routines. Have you heard of SmartyPants vitamins? They are my absolute favorite! Why?
- They are gummy vitamins so they are easy to take. Even as an adult, I would rather eat a gummy vitamin than take a pill!
- They are delicious. Like super good!
- They use the BEST ingredients. Their vitamins are non-GMO and contain no high-fructose corn syrup. Plus they are gluten free and contain no yeast, wheat, milk, eggs, gluten, salt, peanuts, tree nuts, shellfish, synthetic colors, artificial flavors, sweeteners, or preservatives.
- Even their Omega 3s are sourced from eco-friendly small fish populations.
- SmartyPants vitamins pack in your vitamin needs in a yummy gummy. Ok maybe, that one was mentioned twice, but it is important! (Find out more about what goes into their vitamins here!)
Be sure to join us August 31 at 9:00 PM for a fun Twitter Party to talk all about morning routines and learn more about SmartyPants Vitamins!
We will be giving out lots of prizes including several bottles of SmartyPants vitamins, a Walgreen’s Gift Card and a new Keurig machine – everything you need for your own morning routine! Be sure you are following SmartyPants Vitamins on Twitter!
RSVP here!
This post was sponsored by SmartyPants Vitamins. All thoughts, ideas and opinions are my own.
Must Have Carry On Items
One of my favorite things to do is to travel. I love going to new places. I love revisiting some old favorites. I love seeing new things, discovering new adventures and seeing old friends. However, with that being said, I do not like to pack for traveling! I always seem to forget something, my stuff gets all wrinkled, I take way too much or even worse, I leave something behind.
One thing I’ve seemed to master over the years is my carry on bag. (Small steps right?) I admit, it’s gotten easier to pack my carry on (or my ‘grab bag’ as we call it for car rides!) the older Joshua has become. But I was curious, what are your must have carry on items? So, we asked the Moms from Moms Check In!
What’s in your carry on bag?
I do a fair amount of traveling, so over the years, I have perfected my carry on must haves. These are the items that I never leave home without when traveling and I always keep with me.
wallet + all id/credit/debit
medicine
laptop
earbuds (for their tvs)
water + healthy snack (because airlines have restricted what they serve)
jacket or lightweight blanket (it can get cold)
1 change of clothes
Stephanie is the mom to Sam and the author of Spaceships and Laser Beams. If you ever need party ideas her site is the place to visit! Specializing in all things boy, it’s full of inspiration!Follow her on Twitter here!
I haven’t traveled a ton, but I have traveled enough to know what are must have items in my carry on.
I always have…
a small cross body bag with wallet, cash, debit card and ID
iPad with earbuds
allergy/sinus medication/sudafed (for my ears)
extra set of clothing
gum/mints/cough drops
phone charger or backup battery
juice
pack small pack of wet wipes
pocket size anti-bac gel
travel sized deodorant
– Jenni is the mom of one and the author of Sweet Pennies From Heaven. A hearth and home website, Sweet Pennies From Heaven focuses on recipes, crafts and creating a comfortable home. Follow her on Twitter here!
My carry on bag has changed a bit over the years from when I would travel with an infant and then a toddler. Now that my son is older, I get to pack a little lighter.
My must haves include:
A book to read
Gum
A snack (my son is in the won’t-ever-stop-eating-because-he’s-a-bottomless-pit phase)
Portable charger for my phone (and one that will fit the iPad or his DS)
Noise canceling headphones (perfect to listen to music or just to wear if you have a noisy flight and want to nap!)
– Amanda is the mom to Joshua and owns It’s a Fabulous Life. If you are looking for a one stop place for all things mom, It’s a Fabulous Life is it! Full of recipes, fashion, DIY projects, recipes and parenting articles it’s the place for all of Mom’s favorites to come together! Follow her on Twitter here!
While all of our carry on bags differ a little bit, we all have one thing in common – we all pack a travel size bottle of Downy Wrinkle Releaser Plus. This stuff is amazing at getting rid of any static cling, smoothing out wrinkles (so you don’t look like you have been traveling all day!) and it has a fresh clean scent. Whether you are driving to Grandma’s for a long holiday weekend or hopping on the plane for a week in the Caribbean (I’m so jealous…), this little bottle is an absolute must! (Trust me and almost 1,000 people who have submitted their reviews online. Downy Wrinkle Releaser Plus is amazing!)
Join us next Thursday, December 17 from 1-2 PM (Eastern) for the #DontPackWrinkles Twitter Party! We will be talking travel and giving away travel packs + Target gift cards! Be sure to RSVP here!
Looking for more travel tips? Check out Downy Wrinkle Releaser Plus on Pinterest! They have tons of travel hacks, perfect travel outfits and smart traveling ideas for families.
See you at the party!
This post was sponsored by Downy Wrinkle Releaser Plus. All thoughts and ideas are 100% my own.
RSVP For the #DontPackWrinkles Twitter Party
This week on Moms Check In we are partnering with Downy Wrinkle Releaser Plus to talk all about travel!
Whether you are packing for vacations or even just a weekend getaway you always end up with two bags. Your suitcase filled with all of your clothes and shoes and a carry on bag (or if you are in the car, a bag within reach!) What are your must items for your carry on bag? You can see what our Moms pack in their bag here!
While packing your bags there is one thing that you can’t forget – Downy Wrinkle Releaser Plus! While you have a bottle at home in your laundry room, the travel-size bottle makes it SUPER handy to keep in your car and to pack in your bag while traveling!
Why do you need to have a bottle of Downy Wrinkle Releaser Plus? Clothes get all wrinkly not only in your suitcase, but after sitting on the plane or in the car for a long trip! A quick spray and a tug has you looking your best! Plus, if you are battling static a little bit of Downy Wrinkle Releaser Plus can make all the difference. Oh and did I mention that it smells good?
I don’t know about you, but I don’t like to iron. And I like to iron even less while I’m on vacation. The travel size Downy Wrinkle Releaser Plus is my traveling liquid gold. Win for Mom!
Join us for the #DontPackWrinkles Twitter Party!
We will be talking travel and giving away 5 prizes including Downy Wrinkle Releaser Travel kits and Target gift cards!
How does a Twitter Party work?
It’s easy! First you will need to be sure you are following your party hosts so you don’t miss anything!
Follow:
@MomsCheckIn
@DownyWRPlus
@its_a_fab_life
@SpaceshipsLB
@SweetPennies
Then, RSVP below by linking to your Twitter account and telling us your twitter handle.
Finally, tweet to let us know you will be there!
[Tweet “Can’t wait to party with @MomsCheckIn and @DownyWRPlus for the #DontPackWrinkles #TwitterParty”]
See you at the party!
Looking for more travel tips and hacks? Check out Downy Wrinkle Releaser Plus on Pinterest!
This post has been sponsored by Downy Wrinkle Releaser Plus. All opinions are 100% my own.
Keep Healthy This Fall With All Natural Products!
Seasons change and it happens. You know IT. It comes out of nowhere. Sneaks up on you. Makes you miserable. And sometimes can just wipe you out completely. FOR DAYS.
You know what I’m talking about, right? Colds. The flu. The 24 hour bug. Coughs. Runny noses. Sour throats.
UGH.
While getting sick just happens there are things that you can do to prevent it. I’m a big believer in the ‘food is medicine’ thinking. It’s amazing once you start learning about the different health benefits that have been proven to be provided by some of the things that are in your pantry and refrigerator! Things like:
- Apple Cider Vinegar (Provides healthy mucous flow)
- Cinnamon (Promotes healthy breathing)
- Honey (Provides healthful antioxidants)
- Cayenne Pepper (Aids circulation)
- And SOOO many more!
Y’all. Chicken soup has been a remedy for feeling under the weather for years. Because it helps!
The best part? No side effects of feeling tired and drowsy. No elevated blood pressure. No dry mouth. And it’s delicious! 🙂
I love all natural products and approaches. They are always my go to. I’m so excited that I found a company that when we need a bit of extra help has the same philosophy as I do.
Meet Maty’s! A line of good for you, all natural medicines for adults and children. Maty’s created their line of products when their daughter, Maty, was born with severe heart defects. They were dedicated to finding and creating natural ways to get healthy.
You can find Maty’s Healthy products at most retailers, including Walmart – or you can shop online! I invite you to follow Maty’s on social media as well. You’ll find all sorts of great information on natural health and wellness. Follow Maty’s on Facebook, Maty’s on Pinterest, and Maty’s on Twitter!
You can read our full review of Maty’s products and find out 10 ways to keep kiddos entertained while they are sick here!
Looking for more tips on staying healthy this fall?
“Staying on top of seasonal allergies is huge for us. Increasing their vitamin C intake + hiding lots of fruits and veggies in our meals for the extra vitamins that are essential to our immune system. We do have to hide them, to get the kiddo to eat them, haha! We also use natural remedies vs. most OTC cold/flu medications because honestly, the side effects are just awful with those. We encourage lots of warm and hot liquids too, especially hot tea and chicken broth.“
– Jenni is the mom of one and the author of Sweet Pennies From Heaven. A hearth and home website, Sweet Pennies From Heaven focuses on recipes, crafts and creating a comfortable home. Follow her on Twitter here!
“Mike, Sam and I have been battling some icky symptoms already this fall. My advice: lots of fluids and rest! I’ve also been mindful to disinfect things whenever I’m able. If you can’t always make it to a sink, a little bottle of hand sanitizer nearby is excellent.”
– Stephanie is the mom to Sam and the author of Spaceships and Laser Beams. If you ever need party ideas her site is the place to visit! Specializing in all things boy, it’s full of inspiration! Follow her on Twitter here!
“Eating well is so important. Of course you need to eat fruits and veggies, but also some spices have been shown to have awesome health benefits. A good multi-vitamin can help fill in any missing nutritional gaps. We also make sure that we are practicing good hand washing. Lots and lots of hand washing!”
– Amanda is the mom to Joshua and owns It’s a Fabulous Life. If you are looking for a one stop place for all things mom, It’s a Fabulous Life is it! Full of recipes, fashion, DIY projects, recipes and parenting articles it’s the place for all of Mom’s favorites to come together! Follow her on Twitter here!
This post was sponsored by Maty’s however all thoughts, opinions and massive love for this company are 100% my own.
Moms Check In: Cold and Flu Tips
This post was sponsored by Boogie Wipes. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Cold and flu season is going to be knocking on your door soon (if it hasn’t already!) Are you ready? They say it’s the spookiest time of year and not because of Halloween! I really don’t think there is anything worse than sick kiddos. You would do anything to help them feel better. The best thing you can do is to help prevent the sickness in the first place.
Want more awesome tips for the season? Join us at the #SolutionToSnotty Twitter Party, Thursday October 22 from 8:30-9:30 PM (Eastern). We will be giving away $400 worth of gift cards and awesome prize packs! RSVP below!
– Eating a balanced diet with lots of fruits and veggies. Even if you have to hide them in their favorite foods, getting these vitamins and nutrients are important in keeping their immune systems up.
– Drink plenty of room temperature water, hot tea with honey and lemon, warm apple cider with a bit of cinnamon (bonus points if you can add some apple cider vinegar!) and hot chicken broth. Did you know that cold water and iced drinks can cause mucus to thicken. So can milk and other dairy products.
– Keep a humidifier and/or essential oil diffuser going. Turning on the heat makes the house nice and toasty, but it also dries out the air. Put some moisture back into the air. It’s good for your sinuses.
– Congestion? Sit in the bathroom with the shower running hot water. Breathe in the steam for 15-20 minutes. You can also pick up a bunch of eucalyptus from your local florist. Hang it upside down on the shower head in your bathroom. The steam will release the natural essential oils. Not only does it smell amazing, but it’s great for congestion and
– Sleep with their head propped up. This helps them to breathe better and keeps post-nasal drip from causing irritation.
– Massage the face and/or apply pressure using your fingers to the sinus cavity areas. That helps move mucus and sinus pressure out of the area.
What the moms are saying:
“We struggle so much with allergies this time of year, and of course with the kids back in school – germs are everywhere. Keeping antibacterial cleaners around always help. Spraying door knobs, cabinets and refrigerator handles, and anything else that gets touched alot. We also run a humidifier to keep moisture in the air in the winter months. The kiddo HATES it when I use tissue, toilet paper or paper towels on his runny nose time and time again. They’re just too rough. Boogie Wipes are a life-saver for us!”
– Jenni is the mom of one and the author of Sweet Pennies From Heaven. A hearth and home website, Sweet Pennies From Heaven focuses on recipes, crafts and creating a comfortable home. Follow her on Twitter here!
“I’m uber aware of germs this time of year as the weather starts to change. To help avoid any in our house, I make sure we’re eating healthy and drinking plenty of water to help boost our immune system. We also do a lot of hand washing. If we do get the sniffles, I love using Boogie Wipes to stay gentle on skin while tackling the snotties.”
– Stephanie is the mom to Sam and the author of Spaceships and Laser Beams. If you ever need party ideas her site is the place to visit! Specializing in all things boy, it’s full of inspiration! Follow her on Twitter here!
“I’m a big advocate for vitamin C! Breakfast always starts with a big glass of orange juice in our house. At the first sign of a cold we are sure to have an extra vitamin. And speaking of extra…extra hand washing is always a big plus!”
– Amanda is the mom to Joshua and owns It’s a Fabulous Life. If you are looking for a one stop place for all things mom, It’s a Fabulous Life is it! Full of recipes, fashion, DIY projects, recipes and parenting articles it’s the place for all of Mom’s favorites to come together! Follow her on Twitter here!
With the germy and snotty season upon us, Boogie Wipes comes to the comforting rescue! When you’re wiping noses 20 or more times a day – nothing is better than a Boogie Wipe because they’re made to be super gentle on little noses.
Boogie Wipes are gentle and natural saline wipes that dissolve boogies caused by the common cold or allergies. They’re developed by moms just like you and I. Moms that are tired of chasing down runny noses. They’re extra soft, hypoallergenic, phthalate and paraben free AND alcohol free. No more sore noses! In addition to our awesome Twitter party coming up Thursday, they’re ALSO having a Boogie Wipes Giveaway!! You can enter to win a year’s supply of Boogie Wipes! Clean noses for everyone! Click HERE to enter!!
#SolutiontoSnotty Twitter Party
We’re going to be talking about cough/cold tips this week during a one-hour Twitter party on Thursday, October 22nd from 8:30-9:30pm EST. You’re invited to attend. Make sure to RSVP below to be eligible to win! The prizes will include lots of Boogie Wipes swag + $400 in gift cards – (1) $200 grand prize plus (4) $50 gift card prizes!
Before you RSVP, make sure to follow your #SolutiontoSnotty hosts and sponsor below:
@MomsCheckIn
@its_a_fab_life
@sweetpennies
@spaceshipslb
@Optimistic_mama
@BoogieMom
[Tweet “I can’t wait to party with @MomsCheckIn & @boogiemom for the #SolutionToSnotty #TwitterParty 10/22! “]
Cold & Flu Tips Your Family Needs
This post was sponsored by Boogie Wipes. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Cold and flu season is going to be knocking on your door soon (if it hasn’t already!) Are you ready? They say it’s the spookiest time of year and not because of Halloween! I really don’t think there is anything worse than sick kiddos. You would do anything to help them feel better. The best thing you can do is to help prevent the sickness in the first place.
Looking for tips on keeping your family healthy this cold and flu season? Check out tons of healthy living hacks here!
With the germy and snotty season upon us, Boogie Wipes comes to the comforting rescue! When you’re wiping noses 20 or more times a day – nothing is better than a Boogie Wipe because they’re made to be super gentle on little noses.
Boogie Wipes are gentle and natural saline wipes that dissolve boogies caused by the common cold or allergies. They’re developed by moms just like you and I. Moms that are tired of chasing down runny noses. They’re extra soft, hypoallergenic, phthalate and paraben free AND alcohol free. No more sore noses! In addition to our awesome Twitter party coming up Thursday, they’re ALSO having a Boogie Wipes Giveaway!! You can enter to win a year’s supply of Boogie Wipes! Clean noses for everyone! Click HERE to enter!!
#SolutiontoSnotty Twitter Party
We’re going to be talking about cough/cold tips this week during a one-hour Twitter party on Thursday, October 22nd from 8:30-9:30pm EST. You’re invited to attend. Make sure to RSVP below to be eligible to win! The prizes will include lots of Boogie Wipes swag + $400 in gift cards – (1) $200 grand prize plus (4) $50 gift card prizes!
Before you RSVP, make sure to follow your #SolutiontoSnotty hosts and sponsor below:
@MomsCheckIn
@its_a_fab_life
@sweetpennies
@spaceshipslb
@Optimistic_mama
@BoogieMom
[Tweet “I can’t wait to party with @MomsCheckIn & @boogiemom for the #SolutionToSnotty #TwitterParty 10/22! “]
RSVP For the #LaundryHacks Twitter Party
This week on Moms Check In we are sharing our favorite #LaundryHacks. And to celebrate we are having a #LaundryHacks Twitter Party, Thursday September 24 from 1-2 PM (Eastern).
And you are invited!
We will be talking all about tackling the laundry, tips and tricks to make it easier and of course about our favorite brands to use! Did you know that Febreze In-Wash Oder Eliminator can get rid of the toughest smells including sweaty sports uniforms, smoke, pet stains and more! For your stinky loads a bit of this can make them smelling good as new! And if your child shoves (I mean ‘puts away’) clothes like mine in their drawers then you have to have Downy Wrinkle Releaser Plus. A few sprays and just a minute and clothes are wrinkle free!
Plus, we will be giving away tons of prizes including prize packs and even a Walmart gift card for $150!
How does a Twitter Party work?
It’s easy! First you will need to be sure you are following your party hosts so you don’t miss anything!
Follow:
@MomsCheckIn
@its_a_fab_life
@sweetpennies
@spaceshipslb
@Optimistic_mama
@downyWRPlus
@FebrezeInWash
Then RSVP below with your Twitter handle that you will be using during the party:
[Tweet “I can’t wait for the #LaundryHacks #TwitterParty with @MomsCheckIn @downyWRPlus & @FebrezeInWash”]
After you have RSVP’d just jump in the conversation September 24 starting at 1 PM. Be sure to use #LaundryHacks in all of your tweets!
We will see you at the party!
Top Laundry Hacks
At our house it seems like some things are never ending and laundry is definitely one of those things. Last week I was so excited. I thought I had it all finished. And when I say all, I met all. Sheets, pillows, rugs, clothes…everything.
The basket was empty and I was doing a happy dance. And then Joshua came in with his backpack and said “Oh, sorry. I forgot to give you my gym uniform!” and he took out the stinkiest shirt and shorts that you could every imagine.
Oh well. I suppose by the next morning the basket would be filled again. Right?
This week we have teamed up with the awesome people over at Febreze In-Wash Odor Eliminator and Downy Wrinkle Releaser to bring you our best #LaundryHacks. Because if you have to do laundry, you might as well have some awesome tricks up your sleeve!
Don’t forget that next week we will be having a #LaundryHacks Twitter party! We will be giving away lots of great prizes, including a $150 gift card to Walmart! You can RSVP here!
“Tell us your best #LaundryHack.”
@SpaceshipsLB
Spaceships and Laser Beams
Oh, laundry! No matter how much we do, it seems there is always more! Over the years, I’ve learned to quickly deal with stains so that removing them is easier. Taking advantage of great products also helps remove stains and smells. These are some of my favorite laundry hack ideas to keep things fresh and clean:
Clean your washing machine by filling the basin with warm water and 2 cups white vinegar. Let stand for an hour, then run the cycle as usual.
Get clothes dry faster (and fluffier!) by putting a couple of tennis balls in the dryer.
Use a mesh drying bag so you never lose another sock!
@sweetpennies
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Laundry is the never-ending chore. It goes away for 2 seconds and then it’s right back. Nothing is worse than rough and stiff towels. I like mine super soft and fluffy. To fluff yours up, just add your towels to the washer, using hot water and one cup of vinegar and run a full cycle. Next, run another full cycle with hot water and 1/2 cup of baking soda. After 2nd cycle, dry towels in the dryer with tennis balls or dryer balls. You should notice a marked difference. If not, then repeat the process.
I’m a huge fan of sorting the laundry before it actually goes to the laundry! We have a 3 bin laundry hamper that really saves us time. One for towels, darks and lights. No more going through a pile!
And I was probably the last person on Earth to know how to wash pillows in the washing machine, but it’s so easy. You just wash them like your regular laundry and when you dry them be sure to throw in a few tennis balls or dryer balls. Nothing is better than getting in a bed with clean sheets and clean, sweet smelling pillows!
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Remember when I told you about Joshua’s super stinky gym uniform? It is (supposed to be) brought home every Friday after 5 days of gym. And man does that thing stink. And if he forgets to bring it home? The next week. SHEESH!! Febreze In-Wash Odor Eliminator is exactly what we need to get the worst smells out!
Febreze In-Wash Odor Eliminator is no match against things like sweat and sports uniforms, smoke, pets and mildew.
I’m busy! I don’t have time to pull out the iron so Downy Wrinkle Releaser Plus is amazing! A few sprays and just a minute makes the wrinkles vanish allowing me to get myself (and my family!) out the door on time and looking amazing.
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This post was sponsored by Downy Wrinkle Releaser and Febreze In-Wash Oder Eliminator. All thoughts and opinions are my own.