I’m pretty excited about this how to make linen spray article because this lavender linen spray recipe is a triple threat. Check it out:

Threat #1 – Freshen Up
This lavender linen spray recipe is an inexpensive way to freshen up any of the “soft” items in your home including pillows, blankets, pieces of furniture (ex. couches), pet bedding, and even the little one’s grungy stuffed animals.

This DIY linen spray is cheaper than store-bought alternatives and definitely cheaper than doing laundry just to freshen things up.

Threat #2 – Get Some Sleep
Learning how to make linen spray could actually help you catch some much needed Zs. The essential oils in this recipe (especially the lavender) are known to help promote relaxation. Just spritz your sheets and pillows with this lavender linen spray recipe before bed and you’ll be visiting the Land of Nod in no time.

Tip: Another thing that can help your brain get ready for bed is a hot shower. Up your shower’s relaxation factor with this homemade lavender body scrub.

Threat #3 – Great Gift Idea
Once you know how to make linen spray, you’ll have an easy homemade gift right at your finger tips. Seriously, there are only two steps to this lavender linen spray recipe, so you can make this gift in minutes (possibly even a minute).

Tip: Consider making a sleep themed basket complete with this lavender linen spray recipe, some sleepy time tea, a silk eye mask, and some of the homemade lavender body scrub mentioned above.

See what I mean about a triple threat?

You may be wondering why you would want to learn how to make linen spray when you can buy the stuff at the store. That’s a fair question. As already mentioned, this lavender linen spray recipe is much cheaper than the store-bought options. Plus, it is all natural.

Do you really want to spray your linens (let alone your little one’s things) with chemical laden products? Not me! Learning how to make linen spray is quick, easy, and certainly puts this mom’s mind at ease!

So, if you have 60 – 120 seconds, let me show you how to make the best linen spray right now….

How to Make Linen Spray: Homemade Lavender Linen Spray Recipe

INGREDIENTS

1 cup distilled water
7 drops lavender essential oil
4 drops vetiver essential oil
2 drops cedarwood essential oil
2 T. rubbing alcohol

You will also need:
8 oz spray bottle
Funnel or measuring cup (optional)

DIRECTIONS

1. Combine distilled water, all essential oils, and rubbing alcohol in bottle.
Tip: Use a funnel or a measuring cup with a pour spout to make this step easier.

2. Replace spray lid and shake well to combine.

To use:

1. Shake well.

2. Spritz linens, pillows, etc. with lavender linen spray recipe as desired.

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Homemade Lavender Linen Spray Recipe

Active Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Need help sleeping better? Maybe you just want to freshen your pillows, blankets, etc. This tutorial for how to make linen spray can help you do both. This homemade lavender linen spray recipe is an easy and inexpensive way to naturally deodorize and effectively neutralize even the toughest odors in your home plus it makes great DIY gifts.

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Materials

• 1 cup distilled water
• 7 drops lavender essential oil
• 4 drops vetiver essential oil
• 2 drops cedarwood essential oil
• 2 T. rubbing alcohol
• 8 oz spray bottle
• Funnel or measuring cup (optional)

Instructions

1. Combine distilled water, all essential oils, and rubbing alcohol in bottle. Tip: Use a funnel or a measuring cup with a pour spout to make this step easier.
2. Replace spray lid and shake well to combine.

Notes

To use:

1. Shake well.

2. Spritz linens, pillows, etc. with lavender linen spray recipe as desired.

 

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I love printables and templates that have multiple and varied uses. If you feel the same way, trust me when I say these 5 point star templates are the star of the show. There’s just so much you can do with them, thanks in part to the fact that there are a myriad of sizes from the small star template (1 inch) to the large star template printable (7.5 inches).

So, let’s dive right in and look at some of the ways you might use these star template free printables in your home. Oh, and along the way, I’ll share some my other favorite versatile printables and templates!

1 Inch Free Printable Small Star Template

The small star template measures approximately 1 inch and is available pre-colored or blank, meaning you can color it however you desire. A great use for this small five point star template is as a marker on various charts. For example, you could cut the stars out and use them as progress or completion markers on:

• Reward Chart for Kids

• Homework Chart Printables

• Chore Charts for Kids
• Potty Training Chart

How to Draw a Small Star

2 Inch Free Printable Star Cut Out Template

The 2 inch star shape template is a bit more prominent than the 1 inch star shape PDF printable. A good use might be to demonstrate satisfaction with a completed task. For example if you’re a teacher (or a parent homeschooling your children), you might use this five point star template to indicate a job well done on a printable book report templates or on tracing or coloring printable bubble letters templates, which can help with mastering the ABCs.

Of course, as an adult, you can use this 2 inch small star template to indicate satisfaction with yourself as well. (After all, it isn’t just kids that need to be reminded of a job well done!) For example, if you keep a gratitude journal template and you were able to stay grateful on a particularly trying day you might want to mark the day with a star. Not only does this recognize your achievement, but it’ll make it easy to look back on that day when you need a little pick-me up!

Free 3 Inch Star Template Printable

The medium sized 3 inch star template, like all of the templates, is available in a pre-colored printable and a blank printable. At this size and above, the star shape templates aren’t too difficult to color, so you may want to go for the blank option and decorate to your liking. I think the 3 inch star templates make a nice addition to craft projects and homemade (or semi-homemade) cards and gifts.

For example, you could combine a 3 inch star template with this “Happy Father’s Day” calligraphy writing templates to create a heartfelt Father’s Day card. In addition to these free printable stars, other printables that might come in handy for making cards are:

• Printable Numbers Templates – These are useful for making birthday or anniversary cards.
• “Happy birthday” calligraphy free printables.

• Printable Flower Templates and Printable Sunflower Pattern Templates – These can be used for Mother’s Day cards, thank you cards, get well soon cards, and more.
• “Thank you” calligraphy free printables.

• Printable Shamrock Templates and Printable Four Leaf Clover Templates – Use these for St. Patrick’s Day cards, good luck cards, and more.

4 Inch Free Printable Star Template

The 4 inch star cut out template is also a nice size for arts and crafts projects. It’s large enough to be seen and worked with but is not a full page star template printable, which can be a little overwhelming if you don’t want the star to be the focal point. For instance, I think the 4 inch 5 point star template is nice for creating Christmas décor or for Christmas crafts.

Bonus: If you’re looking for additional Christmas printables and crafts, check out this:

• Christmas Tree Template Printables.
• Moveable Printable Elf Templates.

• Printable Christmas List Templates.

• Printable Santa Letter Templates.

• Printable Elf on the Shelf Letter Template.

Free Printable 5 Inch 5 Point Star Template

The 5 inch free printable star template is large but not quite a full page star template printable. It, along with either the 4 or 6 inch star template free printables, is nice for educational purposes. For example, you could use this star template PDF as part of a set of flashcards or a matching game to help your kid learn shapes. Other educational printables you may want to download are:

• Bubble Letter Alphabet Stencils and Printable Number Stencils Set.

• Printable Head Templates.

• Printable Play Money Template.

6 Inch Printable Star Template Free

The 6 inch star shape template can be a great option for decoration if you want to make a statement. For example, you could print multiple copies of this five point star template, cut out the stars, and then string them together to make a star banner. This could be a fun way to decorate for a variety of celebrations from a birthday party to a graduation party!

Tip: If you’re looking for ways to keep an event or party within budget, consider using event printable budget worksheets to track expenses. Creating your own décor is one way to cut costs; another is to use an inexpensive theme such as a rainbow party theme. Download and color the blank printable star template in bright and varied colors to fit your rainbow theme!

Free 7 Inch Star Template PDF

This large star template measures approximately 7 inches. Its size makes it a great first step in learning to draw stars free-hand because it’s super easy to trace. Simply print out this 5 point star template, place a thin piece of paper over top, and trace. Keep at it; again and again, and in no time you’ll be able to draw a star without tracing!

Tracing is how you’ll master drawing stars and other shapes as well as get started with calligraphy! If you’re interested in calligraphy, read “Learn How to Write Calligraphy“.

7.5 Inch Large Star Template Printable

The full page star template printable comes pre-colored or blank. The pre-colored option is large enough to be used as a sign or label. For instance, you could help your child write his or her name on the star cut out template (within the star), cut out the star, and then affix it to the door of their bedroom.

The blank full page star template printable makes a fun and easy coloring sheet. This is especially true for little hands that haven’t fully developed fine motor coordination yet. For young children, you might also consider this back to school coloring sheet.

Free Printable Star Templates of Various Sizes

The last of the free printable star templates features a variety of stars in different sizes. This star PDF is great for decoration. For example, use it as a textbook or notebook cover or the background for a scrapbook page. It could also of course, be used as a coloring sheet.

All of the star cut out templates in this article can be used for multiple purposes. It just takes a little creativity and (of course) a printer

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When kids first get into gifting, they can come up with some absolutely heart-meltingly adorable gifts. Homemade pieces of art are some of my favorites because it’s awesome to see their creativity stretch and grow over time. With Mother’s Day quickly approaching, I thought it’d be fun to share these Mother’s Day coloring cards, which are sure to be priceless once you’re little Picasso gets through with them!

There’s a lot to like about these Mother’s Day cards to print and color. For example, they’re:

• • Unique, doubly so once your kid gets through customizing them with all the crayons!
  • Sweet. I mean, come on, what mom wouldn’t like to get a hand-colored “Happy Mother’s Day” coloring card from her child? (Hint, hint.)
  • Entertaining; yep, a Mother’s Day card for kids to color is two gifts in one! Mom gets a heartfelt card and a little free time while the child is working on it.
  • Non-messy. Let’s face it, some homemade gifts just keep on giving in the form of a mess Mom is dealing with well after Mother’s Day is over. Not so with coloring!

Now, these printable Mother’s Day cards to color PDF downloads are not free, but they are super affordable compared to many store-bought cards and they’re, at least, twice as sweet so you’re really getting a lot of bang for your buck!

Check out these three printable coloring Mother’s Day cards, ensure you’re stocked up on crayons, and let your kid get to work on an epic masterpiece!

Floral Mother’s Day Coloring Card

Brighten Mom’s day with the first of the Mother’s Day cards to print and color. All of the flowers provide ample opportunity to use just about any crayon in the box. Let that creativity flow!

Speaking of creativity, if you want to go above and beyond just Mother’s Day cards for kids to color, pair this semi-homemade card with other printables to create a Mother’s Day book. For example, pair this floral themed Mother’s Day coloring card with:

• • • Other heartfelt coloring pages, like the “Love” in bubble letters free printables and free “I Love You” coloring pages.
  • 

• • • Mother’s Day poems and quotes printed on nice paper.

• • • Completed free All About My Mom printable worksheets.

Heartfelt “Happy Mother’s Day” Coloring Card

This “Happy Mother’s Day” coloring card is truly heartfelt … or should I say heart-filled since it’s decorated with them? From more abstract designs to hearts filled with flowers and even hearts within hearts, the second of the Mother’s Day cards for kids to color has tons of cute details. Mom is sure to find something else to smile about every time she looks at it!

Mother’s Day cards to print and color aren’t the only easy, frugal, and heartfelt option to celebrate the amazing mother in your life. There are also inexpensive homemade gifts that don’t require advanced glue gun skills! Here are some of my favorites:

• • • Mason jar gifts for Mother’s Day – I love Mason jar gifts and recipes almost as much as printables!

• •  
    • Homemade Mother’s Day gifts – 25 options and ideas to inspire you!

• • • “I Love You to Pieces” Mason jar gift – This was original a DIY Valentine’s Day gift idea, but it works just as well for Mother’s Day!

• Mother’s Day Crafts for Kids

Printable Mother’s Day Card to Color PDF Bouquet

Americans spend billions on Mother’s Day gifts and experiences, like dining out. In fact, Americans are expected to spend on average $196 each, and a popular gift is flowers, which will account for an estimated 2.6 billion dollars in spending (Source)! Luckily, you can give Mom flowers that are just as vibrant at a fraction of the cost thanks to these printable coloring Mother’s Day cards!

The last of the printable coloring Mother’s Day cards comes in three pieces that, when assembled, form a multi-dimensional bouquet. An added bonus of this adorable card-meets-gift idea is that these flowers will last forever, no water, plant food, or sunlight required!

These printable Mother’s Day cards to color PDFs offer three fun, frugal, and heartfelt ideas to show Mom just how awesome she is. If you’re looking for even more options to celebrate this Mother’s Day, here are:

• • Free Mother’s Day printable cards.
• 
  • “Happy Mother’s Day” printables with vibrant colors.
• 
  • 25 homemade Mother’s Day card ideas.

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Take a moment to think of all the things your mom has done for you over the years. She’s been there for you through everything—from your skinned knees as you learned to ride a bike to your broken heart after that jerk dumped you at the dance. Your mom is pretty great … am I right?

As you contemplate the many things Mom has done for you, trying to come up with a suitable Mother’s Day gift idea probably seems pretty impossible. After all, what could you possible give your mom that would express the proper amount of gratitude? Trust me, the answer is not at the store. Instead, it lies in a homemade and heartfelt gift or card such as one that incorporates these Mother Day Mom quotes!

Homemade gifts (or cards), that you put thought and time into, are the best possible way to show Mom just how much you care. As a child, you may have thought she was only pretending to love that drawing you did, but the truth is she really did love it … because you made it. And while you may have never developed artistic skills to rival Picasso, your homemade gifts are still the best.

If you aren’t overly confident in your crafting abilities, you can still make your mom a tear jerker of a Mother’s Day gift (or card)—just use these mother quotes. You can do something as simple as printing a quote on Mother’s Day and framing it or you can get super creative. For inspiration see the bonus section that features gift ideas that incorporate Mother’s Day inspirational quotes.

Whether these are Mother’s Day quotes from daughter, son, husband, or friend-to-friend, they’re practically guaranteed to make Mom reach for a tissue. They all show love and gratitude. So, grab some tissues and let’s get started finding the best Mother’s Day quotes and poems for your mom!

Heart Touching Mother’s Day Quotes from Daughter or Son: Purest Love

If you’re looking for a truly heart touching Mother’s Day quote, you can’t go wrong with this one. It also happens to be 100% true.

Mother’s Day Mom Quotes: Like a Hurricane

While most quotes on Mother’s Day talk about Mom’s beauty and kindness, this one focuses on her strength and power. If you’ve got a mother who is a force to be reckoned with opt for this Mother’s Day Mom quote!

Quote on Mother’s Day: Beautiful

For the mother who is beautiful, inside and out, opt for this printable. This makes a very sweet Mother’s Day quote from son or daughters. (And of course, it wouldn’t hurt as a Mother’s Day quote for wife!)

Gift Ideas Using Happy Mother’s Day Quotes and Poems

Other than simply printing and framing or decorating the Mother’s Day quotes for friends and family, how can you use them? Great question! Here are some gifts, based on happy Mother’s Day images and quotes and poems, to inspire you.

1. Mother’s Day Bookmark – If your mom is a bit of a bookworm, be sure to consider this gift. (It can also work well as a Mother’s Day quotes for friends gift!) Consider hiding this Mother’s Day gift inside a book you buy for Mom so that she’ll stumble on it in a few days and get a touching surprise.

2. “I Am Like a Flower” Mother’s Day Quote – Opting for the “traditional” gift of flowers this Mother’s Day? Take your gift up a notch by including this short Mother’s Day quote.

Tip: Instead of getting Mom a simple bouquet from the store that’ll only last a week, pair this with a living plant that Mom can enjoy for years to come.

3. Thank You Mommy Mother’s Day Poem – This Mother’s Day poem is perfect if you’re looking for something your little one can give to Mom or Grandma. If your kid is too young to write, consider making this appreciation Mother’s Day quote out of printable bubble letters and letting your little one color them in.

4. Walk With Me, Mama Mother’s Day Poem – Pair this Mother’s Day inspirational quote with actual footprints from Mom’s kids or grandkids. A quick Google search will turn up all sorts of easy crafts that incorporate kids footprints.

Tip: Definitely put down some sort of protective covering on your floor … the last thing you want is a little one running around with paint on their foot!

5. Printable Poem Flower Pot For Mother’s Day – Brighten Mom’s day with this poem and potted plant.

Tip: If you’re feeling especially crafty, you may be able to actually print this poem on a flower pot. Look for a pot that you can apply chalkboard paint to or that you can write on with a permanent marker.

6. Mommy Handprint Poem – Here’s another Mother’s Day quotes for wife gift that the kids can help out with.

Tip: Don’t want to get messy? Instead of using paint on little hands, trace their hands and let them color and decorate them.

7. Craft: Mother’s Day Card and Canvas – Help Mom keep this gift safe by putting a magnet on the back of the card and butterfly so she can easily hang them on the fridge!

8. Pitter Patter of Tiny Feet Printable Poem – This is one of the best Mother’s Day quotes! Dress it up by adhering the piece of paper (with the poem written on it) to a pretty piece of card stock or scrapbooking paper.

9. Mother’s Day Poem Handprint – You can use paint or stamp ink for the little fingerprints.

Tip: Make this DIY idea a little more “permanent” by presenting it to mom in a pretty frame. Even if you’re on a tight budget, you can still swing this as you can pick up really nice (even antique) picture frames at your local thrift store or a yard sale.

10. “Fingerprint” Mother’s Day Poem Idea – Don’t limit yourself to one fingerprint … feel free to let the little ones go wild!

More Printable Quotes

These printable Mother’s Day quotes for friends or family members are incredibly sweet, and they’re perfect for Mother’s Day. However, you may need quotes for other occasions as well—such as motivating yourself to get through a workout or to share your love with that special someone on Valentine’s Day. Here are even more printable quotes you can download and print right now!

• 3 Free Printable Happy Easter Quotes with Images
• 3 Free Printable Short Inspirational Spring Quotes
• 3 Free Printable Happy St. Patrick’s Day Quotes
• 5 Printable Happy Valentine’s Day Quotes for Friends, Him, and Kids
• 5 Printable Inspiring Fitness Motivation Quotes
• 3 Printable Inspirational Fitness Quotes for Women
• 3 Inspirational Printable Quotes
• 32 First Day of School Quotes for Teachers, Students, and Parents
• 10 Funny Father’s Day Quotes
• Money Management Quotes That Will Make You Think or Crack You Up

Mother’s Day Bundle

These 3 Printable Heart Touching Happy Mother’s Day Quotes From Daughter or Son are part of the Mother’s Day Bundle available in the shop.

This mom-centered bundle also includes:

• 3 Free Printable “Happy Mother’s Day, Grandma” Coloring Pages
• 3 Printable Mother’s Day Cards to Color (PDF Downloads)
• 3 Happy Mother’s Day Coloring Pages Free Printables
• 3 Mother’s Day Coloring Pages Free Printables
• Learn How to Write Mom in Cursive With 3 Free Printables
• 3 Free Printable Mother’s Day Signs
• 5 Happy Mother’s Day Letter to Mom Printables
• Homemade Coupon Book for Mom Template

Happy Mother’s Day to all moms!

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Okay, Mom, cover your ears; this one is for whomever is going to be celebrating you on Mother’s Day this year!

How are those Mother’s Day plans coming? I’m sure you’ve already come up with a sweet budget-friendly way to help your kid show Mom just how awesome she is, right? ….

If you’ve pretty much got it covered, but just need, a little something extra, I’m here to help. And I’m bringing backup in the form of these free “All About My Mom” worksheets. They’re sweet, funny, heartfelt, simple and free … what’s not to love?

All you have to do is choose a set of all about mom questions, print, and then have your kid answer. If your child is too young to write, have him or her draw answers or you can act as a scribe. Just don’t influence them!

I have 3 “All About My Mom” printables for you to choose from, let’s take a closer look at each so you can find just the right fit for that amazing woman in your life!

Floral “All About My Mom” Worksheet

The first all about mom printable is pretty simple in terms of design, but don’t let that fool you. The clean, uncluttered layout makes the colorful floral design on this “All About My Mom” printable pop! (It’s like an accent wall.)

So, other than just handing Mom a set of completed all about mom questions, how can you deliver this fun gift? How about putting it in a card. Wait! Step away from those store-bought cards; I’ve got you covered:

• Free Mother’s Day printable cards – These 6 printable options range from elegant to vibrant.
• Homemade Mother’s Day cards – Let these 25 homemade options inspire you to go that extra mile!
• Free printable “Happy Mother’s Day” cards – Get that printer warmed up, and choose from 4 colorful options.

Make (or print) a Mother’s Day card and put a completed all about mom worksheet inside. Don’t forget the heartfelt note!

What I Love About My Mom Worksheet

The second of the “All About My Mom” Mother’s Day printables offers a place to put a picture. Now you could just put a picture of Mom in that space, but trust me, she knows what she looks like. Instead, take the “aww” effect up a notch by using a picture of mother and child on the all about mom worksheet.

Speaking of pictures, take this “All About My Mom” free printable up another level by including a custom piece of art with it. I’m talking of course, about a one-of-a-kind coloring page completed by your little Picasso. Allow me to suggest the “Love” in bubble letters free printables or free “I Love You” coloring pages.

Idea: Want to take the “aww” effect up to legendary? Make this all about mom printable a tradition. That’s right, have your kid fill one out for Mom every year. It’ll be so much fun seeing the relationship he or she has with Mom grow and blossom over time!

A Picture Is worth 1,000 Words “All About My Mom” Worksheet

The last of the “All About My Mom” Mother’s Day worksheets offers you a lot of room to get creative. It’s also perfect for young children who cannot yet write. Instead of writing use a picture that answers the all about mom questions!

Two options:

1. Have your budding artist draw his or her answers in the framed boxes on the all about mom worksheet.
2. Bust out photos and templates (like free printable bubble letters templates) and cut and paste to create answers!

Tip: If going with the second option, make sure you’re using copies of photos since your kid is going to be cutting them apart to use on the “All Abut My Mom” free printable!

If you and your kid are going with the third “All About My Mom” Mother’s Day printable, you must be at least a little crafty. So, how about making Mom a gift as well? Get inspired with:

• Mother’s Day gifts in Mason jars

• Mother’s Day poem and quote gifts

• 25 homemade Mother’s Day gifts

• Mother’s Day Crafts for Kids

• 5 Happy Mother’s Day Letter to Mom Printables

• 3 Printable Mother’s Day Cards to Color (PDF Downloads)

• 3 Free Printable Mother’s Day Signs

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Before you know it, swimsuit season will be here. Try not to panic.

Let me guess, you eat pretty healthy and you work out on a regular basis, but you still have “problem” areas. Areas that are all too evident in a swimsuit. How did I know? Who doesn’t have those problem areas?

Okay, I can think of a few celebrities, but I bet they didn’t do it alone… and you don’t have to either. I want to help by sharing some of my tricks and tips for getting fit without breaking the bank, specifically my homemade lose weight body wrap.

The goal isn’t for you to be rockin’ an itsy bitsy teenie weenie yellow polkadot bikini (although if you can, good for you!), but for you to be comfortable during the summer. No, you don’t have to go out and join an expensive and intimidating gym or pay hundreds of dollars for body wraps to lose weight, equipment, special food, etc.

You can get in shape and become a healthier person in the comfort of your own home using things like these DIY lose weight body wraps.

Spot Patterns
When you start the journey to being healthier, it is important to keep in mind that visible and lasting changes won’t happen over night. In fact, I highly recommend using a weight loss chart to track your progress so you’ll be able to spot any success, no matter how small. A food journal may also come in handy so you can look for patterns in your eating habits. For example, you may find you tend to go a little crazy in the evening or can’t resist a 3 o’clock snack. Spotting your habits, good and bad, can allow you to make changes where needed.

Take Advantage of Freebies
If you’re concerned about your budget, be sure to check out fitness blogs, Pinterest, and other sites for free workout plans and free weight loss programs. There are plenty of people out there willing to share what worked for them… and hopefully those tactics will also work for you. In addition to exercise regimes, there are also plenty of free healthy recipes out there. Here are 25 healthy lunch recipes to show you just how tasty healthy can be!

Avoid Convenience and Trends
Pre-prepared foods shipped to you are definitely convenient, but they’re also costly. Save your money and make your own meals. Take advantage of the Internet’s plethora of free recipes and all that your grocery store has to offer. Clean eating on your own can be a challenge, but there are plenty of tips out there to help you get started. 

Another thing to watch out for when trying to improve your health and fitness level is trends. For example, it is very trendy to go have a lose weight body wrap done at a spa, and while there is nothing inherently wrong with doing so, it can be a real strain on any budget. Many professional wraps cost over $100! Another trend that can drain your wallet is juice cleanses. Buying pre-prepared juices racks up a bill fast! Instead, if there’s a trend you want to participate in, whether it is body wraps for weight loss, or juice cleanses, look for ways to do them at home. 

Are Wraps Good for Weight Loss?

Try DIY
As I’ve said (again and again), DIY can save you money. For example, you can save approximately $100 just by making a lose weight body wrap at home (versus going to a spa). The directions for this homemade lose weight body wrap are below, but before we dive right in, a few notes.

These lose weight body wraps work by making you sweat. They are not a diet and exercise plan. You should not use them constantly as they may cause dehydration and other health problems. Lose weight body wraps are meant more as a temporary spot treatment. They can help you get rid of water weight in a hurry. However, without proper diet and exercise, the lose weight body wraps will not produce meaningful, long lasting results.

As mentioned above, this DIY lose weight body wrap works by making you sweat, so it is important to monitor your hydration level during and after a wrap. You should also be aware of your body. If you’re feeling overheated and ill, remove the lose weight body wrap immediately!

Lastly, lose weight body wraps are not for children. They should not be used if you are pregnant, taking medications that can make you feel hot, or breastfeeding. If you have a health condition, consult with a doctor before using the DIY lose weight body wrap.

Well, now that I’ve scared you :), let’s whip up a cleansing juice drink and wrap ourselves up like a mummy with the lose weight body wrap!

MATERIALS

Any lotion
Plastic wrap
Bandage wrap

DIRECTIONS

1. Rub a thick layer of lotion on your stomach and sides.

2. Wrap plastic wrap around your middle section.
Tip: You want it to be snug but not tight.

3. Wrap the bandage around your middle section over the plastic wrap and secure it.

4. Wear a shirt over top to help keep everything in place.

5. Relax.

6. After an hour or so remove the lose weight body wrap, rub in any remaining lotion, and check out your results.

Looking for more tips to get healthy and lose weight? Follow Freebie Finding Mom’s Lose Weight & Get Healthy Pinterest board.

DIY Lose Weight Body Wrap

Active Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Are you ready for swimsuit season? To help get your body looking its best, consider DIY lose weight body wraps. This easy and inexpensive homemade body wrap requires just three items (lotion, plastic wrap and a bandage wrap) and takes mere minutes to make and apply.

Print

Materials

• Any lotion
• Plastic wrap
• Bandage wrap

Instructions

1. Rub a thick layer of lotion on your stomach and sides.
2. Wrap plastic wrap around your middle section. Tip: You want it to be snug but not tight.
3. Wrap the bandage around your middle section over the plastic wrap and secure it.
4. Wear a shirt over top to help keep everything in place.
5. Relax.
6. After an hour or so remove the lose weight body wrap, rub in any remaining lotion, and check out your results.

 

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What to Pack for Work Lunch

When it comes to saving money, cold lunch recipes like these are an easy win. If you normally eat lunch out, reports estimate you could save a minimum of $1,200 a year by brown bagging it! Even if you normally cook, cold foods for lunch can still save you money by slashing your utility bills. This is especially true during the summer when firing up the oven can also mean firing up your AC unit.

Some of these healthy cold lunch ides could easily become favorite family dinners, perfect for those hot summer nights!

So, let’s do lunch… or more accurately, 20 healthy cold lunches!

20 Healthy Cold Lunch Ideas

1. Chipotle Turkey Pinwheels: Healthy cold lunch ideas, like this one, that can be scaled up to feed a crowd are always great to have on hand. Use this recipe to feed yourself, the whole office, or a horde of hungry kids.

2. Lemon and Dill Salmon Roll-up: Salmon is a great addition to healthy cold lunches as it’s rich in protein and omega 3 fatty acids but low in fat. This particular recipe is bursting with flavor and the perfect way to use up leftover salmon from last night’s dinner.

3. Fresh Rosemary Chicken Salad: Think chicken salad can’t be healthy? Think again! Classic chicken salad gets a healthy makeover in this recipe.

4. Caprese Salad Pita Pockets: Packed with veggies and whole grains and coming in at under 350 calories, healthy cold lunch ideas don’t get much well, healthier (or tastier) than this!

5. Pecan Chicken Salad Sandwiches: Chicken salad is a staple among cold lunch ideas for a reason, and this tasty twist is no exception! The fresh apples, grapes, and celery give this dish a yummy crunch you won’t soon forget.

6. Gluten Free Greek Pasta Salad: Craving healthy cold foods for lunch? Then this recipe is sure to satisfy! It’s hearty and delicious yet gluten-free, vegan, and avoids many common allergens.

Looking for even more gluten-free options? Look no further! Here are 21 Gluten Free Lunch Ideas!

7. Easy Buffalo Chicken Salad: Things are heating up thanks to this spicy salad! It’s a great way to use up leftover chicken from last night’s dinner and can easily be made Whole30 compliant.

8. Tuna Cabbage Salad: Traditional tuna salad gets a makeover in this recipe to allow it to qualify as one of the healthy cold lunch ideas. Swapping some of the mayo for Greek yogurt and adding in a liberal helping of veggies results in a tuna salad that is crisp, light, and nutritious!

9. Skinny Chicken Caesar Pitas: This recipe checks all the boxes: it’s quick, easy, and healthier than the original (with more vitamins and less fat).

10. Avocado Hummus and Tomato Sandwich: Easy cold lunch ideas don’t get much simpler than this. Seriously, only two steps stand between you and this hearty, fiber filled sandwich!

11. Shrimp Caesar Salad: Craving seafood? Avoid fried fish and shrimp from fast food places and opt for healthy cold lunch ideas like this one. Bonus: The shrimp is served cold, so you don’t have to worry about stinking up the break room at lunch time!

Need more work appropriate lunch options? Sink your teeth into these 53 Healthy Cold Lunch Ideas For Work.

12. Nut Butter Banana Wrap: There are cold lunch ideas for adults AND kids, and this recipe is a perfect example! After all, who doesn’t like nut butter and bananas?

Have a nut allergy? Opt for a nut free spread like Sun Butter.

13. Salad in a Jar: This quick and easy to transport salad is almost too pretty to eat. The keyword there being almost.

14. Thermos Smoothies: Smoothies make fantastic healthy cold lunch ideas, but they can also work just as well for breakfast or a snack. They’re perfect when you need a grab and go option or are going to be stuck in a meeting at meal time! Really, the possibilities are practically endless.

15. Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad Wrap: Looking for healthy cold lunches that’ll give you the energy to power through that 3 p.m. slump? Look no further! With 33 grams of protein and 40 grams of carbs, this wrap is sure to do the trick.

Make this salad the night before to save on time and give it time to marinate, which will enrich the flavor. And if you’d like even more make ahead lunch options be sure to explore these 48 make ahead recipes.

16. Turkey Pesto Tortilla Pinwheels: Here’s another of the cold lunch recipes that can be scaled up to feed a crowd. This quick and healthier version of party pinwheels is a great option for kids and adults alike!

17. Chicken Avocado Salad Rollup: This recipe subs avocado and Greek yogurt for mayonnaise, making it a lot healthier without sacrificing any of the flavor.

18. Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad Sandwich: Opting for healthy cold lunch ideas doesn’t mean sacrificing taste. This spin on classic chicken salad is proof of that! It’s fast, nutritious, and delicious.

19. Egg White Salad Sandwich: No list of cold foods for lunch would be complete without egg salad, right? This classic lunch gets a nutritious facelift to deliver a whopping dose of protein, antioxidants, vitamin C, and fiber. Trust me, you won’t even notice it’s made with only egg whites.

20. Roasted Red Pepper Hummus, Avocado, & Feta Sandwich: Cutting meat out, at least some of the time, is another way to save money. This vegetarian sandwich is so delicious, so indulgent, you won’t even miss the meat!

Whew! That’s a whole heaping helping of cold lunch ideas, am I right? What are some healthy cold lunch ideas that you love? Please share your favorite recipes in the comments!

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Grandparents are pretty amazing, which is why we have a day dedicated to honoring them. However, as their title implies, they’re also parents, which means there’s no reason not to include your grandmother in your Mother’s Day celebrations. A fun, frugal, low-mess way for your kids to celebrate Grandma’s awesomeness is with, you guessed it, printables like these “Happy Mother’s Day, Grandma” images!

Grandma has lived long enough to give birth to at least one child and to see that child grow up and have their own child. What I’m trying to say is that this is not her first rodeo. She probably does not need (or want) another store-bought trinket or canned card. Rather, what would really brighten her day is something heartfelt!

Mother’s Day coloring pages Grandma printables allow your kid to show off their creativity and make Grandma a one-of-a-kind, just-for-her piece of art. One way to make these free printable Mother’s Day coloring pages for Grandma even sweeter is to have your kid color them with their grandmother. Yep, a little quality time with the family is all you need to take this simple yet heartfelt gift to a whole new level!

In addition to 3 free “Happy Mother’s Day” coloring pages for Grandma, this post includes more Mother’s Day printables and inspiration for heartfelt gifts and activities! So, what are we waiting for? Let’s get to it!

Flowers for Grandma Mother’s Day Coloring Pages Printable

The first of the grandma Mother’s Day coloring pages free printables features beautiful and soon-to-be vibrant flowers that will never wilt. I love this option because it allows your kid to incorporate a variety of hues. In fact, if they want, each flower could be a different color!

Bonus: If you believe that flowers and Mother’s Day go hand-in-hand, you aren’t alone. In fact, 69% of all gifts given on Mother’s Day are flowers (Source)! Get more flower Mother’s Day coloring pages free and affordable printables below:

• “Happy Mother’s Day” Coloring Pages.
• Mother’s Day Coloring Pages.
• Mother’s Day Cards to Color – specifically the third option which features a multi-dimensional bouquet!

Tip: Free printable Mother’s Day coloring pages for Grandma featuring flowers are great—they’re frugal, custom, and everlasting. The only real downside is they don’t, obviously, smell like “real” flowers. A work around is to make Grandma a floral scented DIY linen spray or room spray to go with her paper flowers.

“I Love You More than I Can Bear; Happy Mother’s Day, Grandma” Coloring Pages Printable

This “Happy Mother’s Day, Grandma” coloring pages printable is almost too cute to bear. (Get it? ) The lack of small, fine details makes this a great option for kids of all ages, including those in preschool.

Tip: Want to jazz this or any of the Grandma Mother’s Day coloring pages up a bit? Turn them into a “Happy Mother’s Day, Grandma” card by simply writing a sweet message on the back. (Feel free to help your child out with this part!) Perhaps these Mother’s Day poems and quotes will provide heartfelt inspiration for a Happy Mother’s Day message to Grandma.

Another option is to include the Mother’s Day coloring pages Grandma printable in a card. You could either make a card (here are 25 homemade Mother’s Day cards) or use existing Mother’s Day printable cards.

And of course, you could add completed “Happy Mother’s Day” coloring pages from your children to a homemade gift. This gift could be from your children, from you, or both. If you want to give Grandma a Mother’s Day gift from your kids, consider repurposing one of these Grandparent’s Day crafts. If you’re doing a gift from the whole family, check out these 25 homemade Mother’s Day gifts and these 118 ideas for Mother’s Day gifts using Mason jars.

Lovely Mother’s Day Coloring Page Grandma Printable

The last of the free printable Mother’s Day coloring pages for Grandma is obviously, a great option for Mother’s Day. However, with just a smidge of effort (and a pair of scissors) you can make this printable appropriate for any loved one. (All you have to do is shear off the “Happy Mother’s Day” part.)

Tip: Due to all of the teeny-tiny pieces in this Mother’s Day coloring pages free printable, it’s probably best suited for older children who have more fine motor coordination.

Bonus: Whether it’s Mom, Grandma, or someone else, if you want to say “I love you,” here are some great, evergreen options!

• “I Love You” coloring pages – These pair well with any “Happy Mother’s Day” coloring pages if you want to make some kind of DIY Mother’s Day book.

If so, you could also add in completed “All About My Mom” printables.

• “Love” in bubble letters.

• Love coloring pages – These are great for kids and adults alike.

• “I Love You to Pieces” DIY Mason jar gift – This was original a Valentine’s Day gift, but it can easily be used year-round!

More DIY Mother’s Day Gift Ideas 

• Mother’s Day Crafts for Kids

• 3 Free Printable Mother’s Day Signs

• 3 Printable Mother’s Day Cards to Color (PDF Downloads)

• 25 Homemade Mother’s Day Gifts

Regardless of which coloring page, gift, or card you pick to celebrate Grandma (and Mom) this year, you’re sure to brighten their day. Just knowing you thought of them and invested a little time is the best gift ever!

Which of these “Happy Mother’s Day, Grandma” coloring pages are you going to decorate? Please share in the comments!

 

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Spring is right around the corner, so it’s time to roll out the welcome mat. You could do so by engaging in a vigorous bout of spring cleaning … or by using these spring flowers coloring pages for kids and adults! You decide.

Now, personally, I think coloring with my kid is about one billion times more fun than scrubbing my bathtub, so I’m going to stick with these free coloring pages spring flowers printables. However, if you’re opting for cleaning be sure to download this printable cleaning schedule to keep things on track!

In addition to being more fun than cleaning, these spring coloring pages flowers printables are also:

• Free!
• Healthy, since coloring can promote relaxation, improve fine motor coordination, and more.
• A guilt-free activity vs. eating an unhealthy snack or plopping your kid in front of a screen.

So, if you’ve stuck with me this far, and haven’t left to go scour a surface, let’s get to the good part—free coloring pages spring flowers printables!

Spring Flowers Coloring Pages: April Showers

The first of the spring flowers coloring pages for kids and adults reflects the saying “April showers bring May flowers” in a delightful way—with flowers in a rain boot! This coloring sheet has a few fine details, like the lines on some of the flowers as well as the circles on the rain boot, but overall, I think it’s an easy enough design for even really young children to tackle.

While these spring coloring pages flowers printables are bursting with frugal family fun, they aren’t quite as good as real flowers or plants. Sure, you can make them as vibrant as any flower you’ll find at the florist, but a printable can’t replicate the scent or health benefits of real plants.

If you live in a place where winter tends to linger, consider bringing some plants indoors! Get started by making some planters like these DIY decoupage tin can planters or these DIY rustic succulent pots.

Spring Flowers Coloring Pages: Curb Appeal

Whoa! The birdhouse in the second of the spring flowers coloring pages for kids and adults has a lot of curb appeal. Seriously, I wish the entrance to my home was as breathtaking.

This free coloring page spring flowers printable has a few more fine details than the first one, which will make it more of a challenge for little hands. That’s okay! There are no “you’re-outside-of-the-lines” police waiting to make an arrest. Err, at least when it comes to paper; do not drive outside the lines on the road!

Another fun activity you can do indoors while you wait for spring to show up is bird watching. Yep, simply put a bird feeder some place you can easily see from inside your home. If you opt for a DIY bird feeder, like these cookie cutter bird feeders or these pine cone bird feeders, you can hang them near multiple windows for more watching opportunities!

Spring Flowers Coloring Pages: Here Comes the Sun

The last of the spring flowers coloring pages for adults and kids is so bright and sunny that it’s practically guaranteed to have you wishing and hoping for spring! Of the three spring coloring pages to print, this one has the most fine details. In fact, it’d probably be very difficult for really young kids but it’s the perfect relaxing activity for older children, teens, and adults.

Print out all three of these spring coloring pages flowers downloads and let your family opt for whichever sheet is calling their name. They’re free, so you can always print multiple copies if one particular design is in high demand! If you want to provide even more spring-themed variety, be sure to check out:

• 3 Tulip Coloring Pages

• 3 Sunflower Pattern Templates

• 3 Spring Break Coloring Pages

• 3 Iris Coloring Pages

More Spring Printables

• Spring Word Search Free Printable

• Free Printable Easy Spring Crafts for Preschoolers and Toddlers

• 3 Printable Spring Break Coloring Pages (Free PDFs)

• 3 Free Spring Color by Number Printables

• 3 Cute Printable Spring Coloring Pages for Kids and Adults

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Simple Banana Cake Recipe With Bonus Easy Caramel Icing Recipe

Was your grandmother (or maybe your mother) the type to always have a freshly prepared dessert to dish up after dinner? Mine was, and honestly, where did she find the time? There are plenty of days when I can barely get dinner on the table let alone something sweet to finish the meal off. However, when I can find a few minutes to spare, I do like to surprise my family with a special sweet treat now and again… like this simple banana cake recipe.

This easy banana cake recipe is the perfect lightweight spring or summer dessert option. It goes perfectly with freshly brewed coffee and is made even better by the addition of the easy caramel icing recipe included in this article.

This crumb-licking-good, moist banana cake recipe is a great option for the busy chef. The most complicated thing about it is “making” sour milk (combining milk and vinegar). Plus, this simple banana cake recipe is a great way to use up those bananas you keep forgetting about… yeah, those really ripe ones nearly hidden behind the coffeemaker.

If you aren’t sure how to make banana cake, no worries. It really isn’t that hard. Even the easy caramel icing recipe can be tackled in just a few minutes.

However, I don’t just like this simple banana cake recipe and easy caramel icing recipe because its quick and uncomplicated. On top of being simple, these recipes are delicious and the moist banana cake recipe isn’t too sweet. If you’ve got a raging sweet tooth, you’ll definitely want to take advantage of this easy caramel icing recipe but if you’re more of a savory palette (or maybe just trying to watch those calories) the simple banana cake recipe will probably hit the spot just fine.

If you’re trying to impress your mother and grandmother with you ability to serve up a full meal, this easy banana cake recipe and easy caramel icing recipe should definitely be on your list.

Can I Use Frozen Bananas?

Though I’ve never used frozen bananas, I would imagine they would be just as delicious in this recipe. Make sure you thaw the bananas at room temperature and drain any liquid. Then follow the recipe as listed below. 

BANANA CAKE INGREDIENTS
1/4 cup shortening
1/4 softened butter
1 1/4 cups sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all purpose flour, sifted
1 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup sour milk*
2 ripe bananas

*Sour milk – mix 1 cup of milk with 1 tablespoon of vinegar. Let stand 10-15 minutes.

CARAMEL ICING INGREDIENTS
1/2 cup butter
1 cup light brown sugar
1/4 cup milk
2 cups powdered sugar

SIMPLE BANANA CAKE RECIPE DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 350° and grease a 9 x 13 baking pan with butter.

2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together butter and shortening until creamy.

3. Mix in sugar and eggs.

4. Mix in flour, baking powder, and baking soda.

5. Mix in sour milk and vanilla extract.
Note: You make sour milk for this simple banana cake recipe by combining one cup of milk with one tablespoon vinegar. Allow the mixture to stand for 10-15 minutes before using in this recipe.

6. Mix in ripe bananas.

7. Pour cake batter into the baking pan

8. Bake for 25-30 minutes

9. Remove and let cool.

EASY CARMEL ICING RECIPE
If you want to make this moist banana cake recipe even yummier, top it with this easy caramel icing recipe!

1. Combine butter and brown sugar in a sauce pan.

2. Heat over medium heat until bubbly, stirring constantly.

3. Slowly mix in milk and bring to a boil again.

4. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.

5. Remove from heat and let cool.

6. Mix in powdered sugar one cup at a time until creamy.

7. Pour icing over banana cake and spread evenly.
Note: Make sure the cake is cool first!

8. Enjoy this simple banana cake recipe and easy caramel frosting recipe!

If you enjoyed learning how to make banana cake and are looking for even more tasty dessert options for your family, be sure to introduce your sweet tooth to:

• • Springtime cake in a jar
  • One of these 64 box cake mix recipes
  • Easter cupcakes in a jar
  • Lemon cake in a jar

Banana Cake With Caramel Icing

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Additional Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Congrats! You just found The Best Banana Cake Recipe ever! This simple banana cake recipe is soft, fluffy, moist, and rich and is made even better by being topped with this easy caramel icing recipe. If you have ripe bananas and are in search of banana recipes to use them in, you must try this moist banana cake recipe. This dessert is guaranteed to knock the socks off your family and friends.

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Ingredients

BANANA CAKE INGREDIENTS

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• 1/4 cup shortening
• 1/4 softened butter
• 1 1/4 cups sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all purpose flour, sifted
• 1 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 cup sour milk*
• 2 ripe bananas
• *Sour milk – mix 1 cup of milk with 1 tablespoon of vinegar. Let stand 10-15 minutes.

CARAMEL ICING INGREDIENTS

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• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 cup light brown sugar
• 1/4 cup milk
• 2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350° and grease a 9 x 13 baking pan with butter.
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together butter and shortening until creamy.
3. Mix in sugar and eggs.
4. Mix in flour, baking powder, and baking soda.
5. Mix in sour milk and vanilla extract.Note: You make sour milk for this simple banana cake recipe by combining one cup of milk with one tablespoon vinegar. Allow the mixture to stand for 10-15 minutes before using in this recipe.
6. Mix in ripe bananas.
7. Pour cake batter into the baking pan.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes.
9. Remove and let cool.

EASY CARMEL ICING RECIPE

If you want to make this moist banana cake recipe even yummier, top it with this easy caramel icing recipe!

1. Combine butter and brown sugar in a sauce pan.
2. Heat over medium heat until bubbly, stirring constantly.
3. Slowly mix in milk and bring to a boil again.
4. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
5. Remove from heat and let cool.
6. Mix in powdered sugar one cup at a time until creamy.
7. Pour icing over banana cake and spread evenly. Note: Make sure the cake is cool first!
8. Enjoy this simple banana cake recipe and easy caramel icing recipe!

Notes

*Sour milk – mix 1 cup of milk with 1 tablespoon of vinegar. Let stand 10-15 minutes.

Who are you going to make this simple banana cake recipe for (besides yourself of course). Please share in the comments!

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