Make and Takes

The start of the school year is an adjustment for everyone, kids and parents alike. Settling into a new schedule takes time, and that early morning alarm is nobody’s favorite sound. But a breakfast worth waking up for can make all the difference. Here are a few tasty back to school recipes the whole family will love. 5 Breakfast Ideas for Your Family 1. Peaches n’ Cream Muffins – These muffins are packed with peaches and will keep you and your family full until lunch. 2.

With school right around the corner, there’s plenty of hustle and bustle to get the kids ready with books, clothes, and supplies. To make all that prep a little sweeter, whip up a few candy apples and dress them up with these cute paper back to school printables. I’ve partnered up with Lindi from Love the Day and her amazing design skills to bring you these free printables for back to school.

It’s back-to-school time! Instead of a season’s worth of plastic bags and disposable extras, why not put together a cute reusable lunch sack, a matching sandwich wrap, and a few smart picks for thermoses and silverware? I made mine from an old pair of jeans, which meant minimal sewing and no fabric to buy. In fact, the whole project is simple enough that you might be tempted to let the kids make their own lunch sets! I’m happy to have Amy here as my guest today.

Apples just shout “Back to School“! Plus they’re perfectly in season all fall long. So we’re sharing a fun take on the apple by making art with an apple stamp. Round up those bruised or slightly past their prime apples and slice them in half to make these apple stamped cards.

With the school year just around the corner, it’s time to start planning simple breakfast ideas that the kids will love. We’ve got you covered with delicious ideas, including our breakfast quesadillas, pop-up pancakes, and yogurt parfaits. Below, we are sharing a delicious blueberry breakfast recipe that the whole family will love. This 10-minute and only four ingredients blueberry breakfast recipe is a delicious way for your kids to start their day this school year.

This fresh salad is one of my year-round favorites, and once you try it, you’ll understand why. Packed with crisp ingredients and topped with bacon vinaigrette, nuts, and cheese, it strikes the perfect balance of fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. Trust me on this one… add some cheese, nuts, and a bacon vinaigrette and you’re set for lunch. I have loved arugula for a long time. I enjoy adding it to pastas, but it is great as a salad base as well.

Hi! I’m kimbo from a girl and a glue gun, guest posting today on Make and Takes. Keep kids entertained all summer with this super simple DIY paper spinner craft that takes just minutes to make. It’s the perfect quick activity for a rainy day or a fun break from outdoor play. Let’s get crafting! Craft up a few really fun spinners–You spin them and they hum! It’s super fun and most things, you probably already have around the house! Here’s the how-to instructions.

As we work to transform our backyard this year, indoor and outdoor plants have become a priority, and I’m thrilled that my first houseplant is still thriving months later! My newfound confidence in keeping plants alive has me ready to expand my collection, but finding the perfect pot or holder is always a challenge. That’s when I realized DIY plant holders are the answer. Here are 9 creative ideas to give your plants the perfect home! 9 Now Ideas for DIY Plant Holders 1.

Summer is the perfect time to blend playtime with learning through hands-on STEAM activities that spark creativity and curiosity. These projects combine science, technology, and engineering in ways that feel more like fun than learning, keeping your kids engaged and their minds sharp throughout the summer break.

Thrifted finds make the best DIY projects, and this wooden tray from the flea market was too good to pass up. With just a coat of gold paint, it transforms into a stylish home accent perfect for your dresser, scrap room, or anywhere you need a little glamour. Watch how a simple upcycle turns vintage into gold. When I saw this wooden tray at the flea market I immediately snapped it up! I knew I could use it either in my scrap room or on my dresser.