What I Learnt From My Grandma
I’ve blogged before about spending time in the kitchen with my grandma but I’m going to do it again because I love it that much. I was fortunate enough to …
Feeding our Fine Feathered Friends
This is a great activity for kids during these never-ending days of winter. This post first appeared on the HomeFamily blog in January, 2012. By Nancy Schneider, Professional Home Economist …
If you’re happy and you know it – Special Chair
by Nancy Schneider, PHEc, M.Sc., C.I.M. It’s wonderful to watch the joy and excitement of a young child who discovers or accomplishes something new. As we grow, we hide our …
If you are happy and you know it – Gratitude Container
by Nancy Schneider, PHEc, M.Sc., C.I.M. With the beginning of New Year, people often look to make positive changes in their lives; eating healthier, exercising more, learning and growing. Most …
DIY Spa Products at Home – minty lip balm and fizzy bath bombs
By Jennifer Dyck, PHEc Making your own home spa products is all the rage. With a few simple ingredients you can create scrubs and masks. Use them yourself, package them …
DIY Spa Products at Home – scrubs and masks
By Jennifer Dyck, PHEc Making your own home spa products is all the rage. With a few simple ingredients you can create scrubs and masks. Use them yourself, package them …
Wreath Making
by Nancy Schneider, PHEc, M.Sc., C.I.M. Wreaths have traditionally been used to decorate for the holidays. There are many different ways to create a wreath with children using simple materials …
Making a Gift Bag
by Nancy Schneider, PHEc, M.Sc., C.I.M. Wrapping paper or gift bag? How about a combination of both! Wrapping paper generally can be used only once, but if you create a …
Preparing for the Holidays
by Nancy Schneider, PHEc, M.Sc., C.I.M. I don’t know about you, but for me, the holidays always seem to sneak up. December seems so far away and then all of …
Let’s plan a Gingerbread House Party!
Gingerbread Houses and Gingerbread Men cookies are a time honoured family tradition in our home during the holidays. Children and adults of all ages love to decorate a Gingerbread House …