tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-60084115328348139402026-04-14T04:56:23.079-03:00EastCoastMommy.com was started in April 2011. It contains free tutorials, crafts, holiday fun, party planning, yummy recipes, DIY projects, product reviews, contests, family travel and more. The focus is always on keeping things EASY and INEXPENSIVE!East Coast Mommyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16299375371540675995noreply@blogger.comBlogger1516125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6008411532834813940.post-60650039661648273382026-04-02T09:41:00.001-03:002026-04-02T09:41:17.032-03:00

When it comes to holidays, simple ideas are the best. This year, I decided to do 7 short videos for a week's worth of easy & inexpensive EASTER ideas. You are going to love these!***Click on the links for MORE INFO.***DAY 1 - Personalized golden eggsDAY 2 - Custom candlesDAY 3 - Tiered Tray / Easter Tree OrnamentDAY 4 - Individual Easter cheesecakesDAY 5 - Easter Tree... with a homemade

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Easter is a wonderful time to get crafty, and today I’m sharing 4 super-cute EASTER CRAFTS that are perfect for the holiday season. Check out the details and step-by-step instructions below.POM POM SHEEP -- To make a pom pom sheep: make a white pom pom from yarn, cut out a sheep head with your Cricut (or by hand), attach the head with hot glue, and attach googly eyes with white glue. ***Note:

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Did you see my St. Patrick's Day CTV segment this morning? If you did (or if you missed it but are interested in all the fun freebies I shared), keeping reading! ☘I love decorating a St. Patrick’s Day tree with DIY ornaments. This year, I made the following:Jenga block leprechaun hat ornaments (instructions here)Yarn leprechaun ornaments (instructions here)Pom pom leprechaun ornaments (

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I share a lot of crafts, diys, parties, travel tips, and MORE on this blog... but did you know I also have an online shop called Cute as a Button Designs. Today I'm sharing the latest addition to my store -- handmade felt BIRTHDAY CROWNS. Check out a few pictures of my creations below.Seriously... aren't they adorable? I have so many ideas for customizing them, but if you are looking for

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Making bread can be intimidating, but this "no knead" bread is simple to make... and it is really delicious. The Dutch Oven is the key to the chewy crust and soft interior. No one will believe that this isn't an artisan loaf of bread from a fancy bakery. Cooking this bread in a Dutch Oven is really important. It allows the bread to cook in steam, which gives it the perfect texture. I got

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This video contains EIGHT quick and easy WINTER CRAFTS that the whole family will enjoy making... and most use budget-friendly Dollar Store supplies. All the crafts are super cute, but the last one is my favourite!CLINK on the photos or titles for step by step instructions.1) Tiered tray shelf sitter WINTER HAT2) Wooden ornament SNOWMAN3) Painted SNOWMAN ROCKS4) Cozy HOT CHOCOLATE holder5)

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I love a "make ahead" casserole, and this French Toast casserole has become a staple in our home. It's great for special occasions, busy mornings, and casual brunches. Give it a try, and let me know what you think.Ingredients:loaf of French bread8 eggs2 cups whole milk1/2 cup cream1/2 cup white sugar1/2 cup brown sugar2 Tbsp real vanilla1 tsp saltCrumble topping:1/4 cup flour1/4 cup oats1/2 brown

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Chilly winter days are perfect for crafting, and you are going to love the ideas I'm sharing today. I have 4 easy and adorable WINTER CRAFTS for kids and teens. Most use dollar store supplies, AND I'm sharing a FREE printable you can download. Check out all the fun below!1) Wood slice melted snowman -- This is an adorable craft. It looks great on a tiered tray, but it's sweet just sitting on a

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For Christmas, I made a dice game for my boys and their cousins. (You can see it here.) It was a huge success, so I thought it would be fun to make one for New Year's Eve too... and of course I'm sharing it with YOU for FREE.To play this New Year's Eve party game, fill a box with candy and chocolate, and place it in the middle of a table. (I like to do 10 pieces per player... with a mixture of

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Hosting a simple celebration can be the perfect way to ring in the new year. Today I'm sharing the BEST ideas for celebrating New Year's Eve at home... and FREE printables. (Don't forget to check out the short video at the end of this post!)Activity Bags - I love making activity bags that can be opened each hour leading up to midnight. The bags can contain noisemakers, the

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Baking for friends during the holidays is a great way to show you care. It's also budget friendly. Today, I'm sharing five of my favourite Christmas Cookie Recipes for baking and sharing this holiday season.1) Soft and Chewy GINGER MOLASSES Cookies - I've been making these cookies with my kids since they were little... and they are always a kit with family and friends.2) Melt in your mouth

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This year, I want to help you give thoughtful and budget-friendly gifts, so I'm sharing 24 days of HANDMADE Christmas gifts. I'll keep adding to this post every day of December, so keep coming back to check what's new. Click on the titles to see the step-by-step instructional videos, get all the DIY details, and grab the free tags.DAY 1 - COZY CHRISTMAS MOVIE WATCHING KITDAY 2 - HOMEMADE SIMMER

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I believe it's the little moments and thoughtful gifts that make Christmas special. Today, I'm sharing DIY gifts that will add MAGIC to the season. I'm also including FREE downloadable tags that you can use (below).1) My Cozy Christmas Movie Watching Kits - I love these little kits. They are a perfect way to make an evening at home special... and they are a great party favour for larger

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Christmas crafting is a great way to spend time with family and friends... away from screens. Today, I'm sharing easy (and adorable) crafts that can be made using dollar store supplies. I even made a step by step video for you, which you can view here.1) Pipe Cleaner Wreath2) Jenga Block Snowman Hat3) Wood Round SantaFor a step by step instructions, check out the YouTube video I made. Thanks for

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  ***Disclosure -This gift guide contains some products I own, some items that I received for free and a few affiliate links. Please be assured that the opinions in this blog are 100% my own, and I've only included items I think would make fantastic gifts for hockey fans and players. Also, if you make a purchase using one of my affiliate links, you will not pay any extra, but I may

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This Christmas, I'm all about enjoying the holidays and not stressing about money. To help you do the same... I created a YouTube video series called "Creating a magical Christmas on a BUDGET". This week, I'm featuring DIY Decor Ideas that you can make for $5 or LESS.1) Felt Bow Garland - Soooo easy to make... and very inexpensive. My garland only used TWO pieces of felt. You can see the step by

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This year, I am doing a NEW Christmas video series to help people plan a magical and meaningful Christmas on a BUDGET. Today, I'm sharing my latest projects -- USEFUL DIY Gift Ideas under $5. The holidays don't need to break the bank. All you need is a trip to the dollar store and the FREE tags I designed (below).1) Custom candles (with warm wishes tags) -- You can pick up an inexpensive candle

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Yesterday, I launched my NEW Christmas video series. My goal is to help people create a magical Christmas with their family and friends... on a BUDGET. My first project is an adorable Charlie Brown Tree made 100% from dollar store supplies. It's sooooo cute... and much cheaper than store bought versions. Check out all the details below.When I did a google search for Charlie Brown trees, here is a

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I love a useful gift... and it's even better if it's packaged in a thoughtful way. Today, I'm sharing a fun way to package cookies, and I'm sharing FREE downloadable gift tags.Disclosure - I was given these cookies for free in exchange for product promotion... but I can guarantee that the opinions in this blog are 100% my own. I LOVE these cookies. :-)I designed three different tags, and they all

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If you grab a bag of dollar store suckers and a few inexpensive supplies, you can easily make THREE different ADORABLE Halloween treats. It's fun for ALL ages... and they'd make super-cute party favours too!1) Spider sucker - This treat is more sweet than scary. Find the simple step by step instructions here.2) Ghost suckers - You can make many versions of these fab-BOO-lous treats. Check out the

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Sometimes a little update makes a big difference. My house had A LOT of this oak colour... and I have never been a fan. A couple years ago I painted my cabinets (which you can check out here), and in the Spring, I had my stairs done. Check out the amazing results below!Here's a look at the BEFORE...Step 1 - Primer! (Prep is always the key.)Step 2 - Paint the risers white and the railings black. (

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Want to have fun and make Christmas magical for your kids... without stressing yourself out? I've got the best HACK for you. I have adorable kits that keep things easy for the full 24 days that your elf is with you. Everything you need... sorted by day. Easy peasy!My "Magic Christmas Elf" Kits are $30 for 24 cards with trinkets/activities. No tax. Pick up in Antigonish or $4 Canadian

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In Fall, fresh zucchini is plentiful... and it's a perfect ingredient for baking. Today, I'm sharing my recipe for my favourite chocolate-peanut butter zucchini brownies. Give them a try, and let me know what you think.Ingredients:1 1/2 cups white sugar1/2 cup canola oil2 cups all purpose flour1/4 cup quality unsweetened cocoa2 cups grated zucchini (including all the moisture)2 tsp real vanilla

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I love the idea of taking inexpensive supplies, getting creative, and making them beautiful. So today, I have some easy and inexpensive Halloween DIYs to share. As a mom of three boys, I'm partial to a "pop of pink", so I think these projects are super cute! (However, you can use whatever colours you like.) Take a peek below, and let me know what you think! 😁1) Tiny ghost shelf sitters - Why are

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In a world where kids spend too much time in front of screens, I love when kids get the opportunity to craft and get creative. Seasonal crafts that use a variety of materials are perfect for keep kids engaged. Today I am sharing 7 adorable FALL crafts for kids. They are easy to make, and the supplies won't be difficult to find. Check them out below.Click on the titles for all the DIY details and

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