My daughter loves doing art projects but sometimes (OK most times) they are extremely messy! I have learned to overcome my dislike for the mess so that she can be creative, have fun and learn. I also know that when she is finished creating, I can swoop in with my cleaning supplies and have […]
Brick Fest Live LEGO Fan Experience is Coming to Austin
Disclosure: My Big Fat Happy Life will receive tickets to attend this event for free. The Brick Fest Live LEGO Fan Experience is coming to Austin at the end of July and my daughter could not be happier! LEGO lovers rejoice! This experience is filled with hands-on attractions and activities built to inspire, educate, and entertain. […]
Creation Crate: Memory Game
Disclosure: My Big Fat Happy Life was provided a Creation Crate for review; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. When I saw Creation Crate, I knew that it would be a perfect activity for a daughter-daddy date. Creation Crate is a monthly subscription box that teaches you how to build electronics – both hardware […]
Perfect Birthday Present to Expand Your Child’s Creativity: Think With Art
Disclosure: My Big Fat Happy Life was provided a Think Crate for review; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. My daughter is seven years old and she loves being creative. She loves scrapbooking, painting, coloring, drawing and story making. So for her to get a box in the mail every month that […]
How to Make a Stop Motion Video with Your Kids
Have you seen a stop motion video and wondered how they were made? They are easy and fun to make and a perfect activity for you and your kids to do together. A stop motion video is a series of photos that are taken and then placed together to form a video; similar to how […]
Creation Crate Review: Mood Lamp
Disclosure: My Big Fat Happy Life was provided a Creation Crate for review; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. When I saw Creation Crate, I knew that it would be absolutely perfect activity for my daughter and her dad. Creation Crate is a monthly subscription box that teaches you how to build […]
5 After School Activities to Spend Time with Your Child
It doesn’t matter if you are sharing big moments with your kids or small moments as long as you are spending time together creating smiles and memories. Many times your child will remember and treasure those little moments of quality time the most. Let’s put smiles on your kids faces with these 5 after school […]
DIY Hula Hoop Tent
Learn how to make this fun and easy hula hoop tent for your child and how to be #FreeToBe from sensitive skin. Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #FreeToBe #CollectiveBias As the days start to cool off, we enjoy spending more and more time outside. […]
Why You Should Let Your Child Help in the Kitchen
Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #FavoritesInAMix #CollectiveBias One of my favorite ways to spend time with my daughter is to have her help me in the kitchen. I was so excited to see that Pillsbury™ now offers baking mixes to create Girl Scout Cookie™ […]
How to Support Your Children to Be the Best They Can Be + $100 Visa Gift Card Giveaway (closed)
My daughter, S, loves to be creative. Some of her favorite activities include scrapbooking, painting and drawing to name a few. If the house gets quiet, it’s not unusual to find her painting (or reading a book). I am always looking for ways to support her and encourage her to continue to follow her passion. […]