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Augill Castle, England Family-Friendly StayAugill Castle is an enchanting family-friendly place to stay in Cumbria, England. We loved making memories at this 19th-century renovated castle hotel.Read More »
Meow Wolf The Real Unreal, Dallas, TexasMeow Wolf The Real Unreal is fun for all ages. We enjoyed exploring this immersive, multimedia experience. The more we looked, the more we discovered!Read More »
Summer Essentials for Family AdventuresBring these products on summer adventures as you make memories! Fix up owies with keep>going first aid, wear your baby in a Moby Wrap, and enjoy flavorful Wiley Wallaby licorice.Read More »
IPSY BoxyCharm Makeup ReviewDo you like trying new makeup products? I love testing makeup and finding new favorites! IPSY BoxyCharm offers the ability to sample beauty products for as low as $30!Read More »
Creative Ideas
DIY Wood Coffee Mug RackWe made this wood coffee mug rack to store up to 9 of our coffee cups. This easy kitchen storage solution invites friends to grab a mug!Read More »
Easy Watermelon Fruit Bowl for Parties & BBQsLearn how to transform a watermelon rind into a creative fruit bowl to hold fresh fruit salad. This watermelon fruit bowl is perfect for summer parties and backyard BBQs. Read More »
Easy DIY Sparkle Lip GlossDIY lip gloss is fun to make and even more fun to use! Learn how to make moisturizing lip gloss using beeswax, shea butter and coconut oil. Make any color and flavor!Read More »
How to Make Creative Tape Painting ArtCreate beautiful, custom art with this awesome tape painting technique! The possibilities are endless for the decorative patterns and color schemes you can create. Read More »
Latest Adventure
Adventures await with our family! We took our kids on a two-month trip to Mérida, Mexico, to explore Mayan ruins and swim in cenotes. We practiced speaking basic Spanish, tried lots of Yucatan foods, and experienced a little of the local culture. Last but not least, I arrived in Mexico 36 weeks pregnant and planned to have our baby girl in Merida. I’m excited to share how we travel with kids, and our favorite destinations near Merida. ★ Read More »
Fun Stuff
How to Color Eggs Using Natural DyesDid you know you can color eggs using natural dyes? We made our own colors of concentrated food coloring with beets, spinach, berries, and turmeric.Read More »
Playdough Volcano Kids Science ActivityDid you know you can make a volcano erupt using playdough, baking soda, and vinegar? Try this hands-on kids science activity using common kitchen ingredients and make learning fun!Read More »
Hot Air Balloon Suncatchers Kids CraftAdd beautiful color to your windows with these DIY hot air balloon suncatchers. Use cardstock, colored tissue paper and our printable template.Read More »
5 Great Skincare Products for Every Coffee LoverCoffee infused skincare!? Yes, please! Java Skincare beauty products smell amazing and contain antioxidant-enriched ingredients to brighten, smooth, and refresh the skin.Read More »
Family Travel
Having a Baby in Mexico | Things We LearnedHere's our birth story of having a baby girl in Merida, Mexico, at a private hospital. I was impressed by the personalized OB-GYN care, affordable costs, and worldschooling experience.Read More »- Augill Castle, England Family-Friendly StayAugill Castle is an enchanting family-friendly place to stay in Cumbria, England. We loved making memories at this 19th-century renovated castle hotel.Read More »
Visiting Stonehenge with Kids, UKStonehenge with kids is a great UK homeschool and worldschool field trip. See our visit highlights at this World Heritage Site and ancient stone circle.Read More »
Family Adventure in Wales with KidsOur family loved exploring Wales in the United Kingdom with kids! We hiked Four Waterfalls Walk, explored Caldicot Castle, and stayed in a double decker bus Airbnb.Read More »
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Hi, I'm Katie and we are the Wallace family! We homeschool, go on adventures, and travel internationally with our four kids. I hope you enjoy our creative ideas on Create. Play. Travel.
