Making of a Mom https://makingofamom.com/ family travel | parenting tips | product reviews | giveaways | craft tutorials | recipes Tue, 07 Jul 2026 02:24:06 +0000 en-US hourly 1 How Long Does a Car Accident Settlement Take? https://makingofamom.com/how-long-does-a-car-accident-settlement-take/ Tue, 07 Jul 2026 02:23:50 +0000 https://makingofamom.com/?p=28710 According to the United States Department of Transportation, there were 36,640 traffic-related deaths in 2025. This number is a 6.7% decrease as opposed to the previous year. The reduction indicates the effective enforcement of safety standards, but absolute prevention of car accidents will still be a long way to go. Car accidents can cause frustration […]

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]]> 4th of July Firework Blocks https://makingofamom.com/4th-of-july-firework-blocks/ https://makingofamom.com/4th-of-july-firework-blocks/#comments Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:27:43 +0000 http://makingofamom.com/?p=14895 I enjoy doing crafts but I am not the best at making them. I try to stick to quick and easy crafts. With having 4 young kids I need to be able to start and finish my crafts in a short period of time so I can do it without too much hassle from the […]

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]]> https://makingofamom.com/4th-of-july-firework-blocks/feed/ 42 Popsicle Stick Flag Craft https://makingofamom.com/popsicle-stick-flag-craft/ https://makingofamom.com/popsicle-stick-flag-craft/#comments Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:57:58 +0000 http://makingofamom.com/?p=23407 This post contains affiliate links. If you buy something through these links I will receive a small commission. Thank you for your support. Finding easy crafts for my kids to make with just a little bit of help is always my goal. During summer break they like to be busy and craft so since the 4th […]

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]]> https://makingofamom.com/popsicle-stick-flag-craft/feed/ 14 4th of July Wreath https://makingofamom.com/4th-of-july-wreath/ Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:44:12 +0000 http://makingofamom.com/?p=1876 I wanted to make a wreath to hang on my door for the 4th of July. After thinking about it for a few days, what I wanted kind of came to me. Now besides the birthday balloon wreath, I’d never made a wreath before so I was learning as I went. Here are my supplies: […]

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]]> The Personalized Gift That Has Become Part of Our Family Traditions https://makingofamom.com/the-personalized-gift-become-family-traditions/ Thu, 25 Jun 2026 20:14:26 +0000 https://makingofamom.com/?p=28703 The Personalized Gift That Has Become Part of Our Family Traditions If you have been around my blog for any length of time, you know our family takes traditions seriously. From elaborate Halloween costumes to themed Christmas ornaments from our travels, to family reunions and Disney cruises, we are big believers that the little touches […]

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]]> 3 Star String Art Tutorial https://makingofamom.com/3-star-string-art-tutorial/ https://makingofamom.com/3-star-string-art-tutorial/#comments Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:39:56 +0000 http://makingofamom.com/?p=19809 I love getting ready for patriotic holidays and making cute decorations for my home. Here is an intermediate tutorial for a 3 Star String Art decoration. Hang it outside on your porch or lean it indoors on your fireplace mantel. Where ever you put it, it’ll be an impressive piece of decor. Materials: Embroidery Floss […]

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]]> https://makingofamom.com/3-star-string-art-tutorial/feed/ 188 4th of July Activity Printables https://makingofamom.com/4th-of-july-activity-printables/ Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:22:23 +0000 https://makingofamom.com/?p=25936 The 4th of July is one of my kids favorite holidays! They love the fireworks, the BBQs, the friends and food. We try to have as much as fun as can cram in. In Missouri, where fireworks are allowed for 4-5 days around the 4th of July, the celebration lasts for days. If you are […]

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]]> Patriotic Star Shirt https://makingofamom.com/patriotic-star-shirt/ Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:53:38 +0000 http://makingofamom.com/?p=22380 I love dressing my whole family for different holidays. With the 4th of July (or any patriotic holiday) it’s really easy to do because anything with red, white and blue counts. Here is a simple Patriotic Star Shirt  step by step tutorial. There still time to quickly make this before you set out for your 4th […]

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]]> Small Habits That Make a Big Difference in Your Child’s Life https://makingofamom.com/small-habits-that-make-a-big-difference-in-your-childs-life/ Thu, 21 May 2026 14:29:43 +0000 https://makingofamom.com/?p=28698 Small habits shape your child’s future far more than occasional big parenting wins. When you intentionally build simple, repeatable routines into your day, you create a home environment where growth, confidence, and connection happen naturally. The best part? These habits don’t require more time—just more intention. What’s One Small Habit That Can Improve Life? One […]

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]]> What Professionalism Looks Like Before You Speak https://makingofamom.com/what-professionalism-looks-like-before-you-speak/ Tue, 28 Apr 2026 03:32:55 +0000 https://makingofamom.com/?p=28694 Before any conversation begins, people form expectations. Within moments of entering a space, customers decide whether they feel reassured, uncertain, or cautious. No introduction has taken place, yet an impression already exists. Professionalism begins prior to communication. It is conveyed through visible preparation, consistency, and environment rather than explanation. Words introduce a service, but presentation […]

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