Is your kid on the hunt for an aww inspiring Mother's Day gift that won't break his or her piggybank? Tell them the most heartfelt gifts come from (you guessed it) the heart, like these DIY printable Mother's Day cards to color (PDF downloads). They're ...
Is your kid on the hunt for an aww inspiring Mother’s Day gift that won’t break his or her piggybank? Tell them the most heartfelt gifts come from (you guessed it) the heart, like these DIY printable Mother’s Day cards to color (PDF downloads). They’re affordable, sweet, keep little hands busy, and just overall, are better than any store-bought Mother’s Day card!
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!
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:
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:
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:
Make Mother’s Day extra sweet with three printable happy Mother’s Day quotes from daughter or son! Plus get inspired with gift ideas that incorporate heart touching Mother’s Day quotes and poems.
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
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!
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.
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!
As a mom, there are going to be times you laugh and times you cry, although hopefully, they’re mostly happy tears. These “All About My Mom” printables can bring out both emotions. They’re like a sweet version of Mad Libs that are perfect for Mother’s Day! Choose from 3 free all about mom printables.
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!
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:
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.
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:
Have your budding artist draw his or her answers in the framed boxes on the all about mom worksheet.
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:
DIY: Lose Weight Body Wraps to Shed Unwanted Pounds
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 lose weight body wraps, 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 lose weight body wraps 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!
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’sLose 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.
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Instructions
Rub a thick layer of lotion on your stomach and sides.
Wrap plastic wrap around your middle section. Tip: You want it to be snug but not tight.
Wrap the bandage around your middle section over the plastic wrap and secure it.
Wear a shirt over top to help keep everything in place.
Relax.
After an hour or so remove the lose weight body wrap, rub in any remaining lotion, and check out your results.
Want to save money, time, and calories without sacrificing flavor? Then you’re in the right place! These 20 healthy cold lunch ideas offer all of that and more. They’re perfect for just about any situation whether you’re a swamped stay at home mom or heading into the office and need cold work lunch ideas.
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.
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!
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!
