Chocolate Pretzel Sticks

Got a party?  Out of ideas for a yummy sweet snack?  Well... have we got an idea for YOU!  Thanks to reader Beth for sharing! 
What you need:

-Chocolate Chips (or flavored meltaways)
-Chocolate mold (sold at most craft stores)
-Gallon Ziploc bags

-Pretzel RODS







STEPS:

Put the chocolate chips (or meltaways) in a Ziploc bag and microwave for 30 seconds at a time (squish/mix the chips between 30 sec increments) until melted.

Squeeze the chocolate into the mold and lay a pretzel rod on top.

*Make sure that the rod is covered completely (even if you need to apply more).

Stick the tray in the refrigerator until it hardens (doesn't take long AT ALL).

Pop the pretzel stick out of the mold and...VOILA!

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Bow Holder *CUTE*

Thanks to reader Kristin for sharing this ADORABLE idea!!  It's DEFINITELY useful (especially if you have a little girl who wears bows) and a cute decoration in a bedroom or bathroom.

Place a styrofoam ball in a plastic cup/pot <--- this one is white, you can paint or decorate it however you'd like (plastic is key... ceramic would be cute... BUT, would probably NOT last long- in my house, at least).

Trim floral stakes (found in most craft stores) and place them in the styrofoam ball.

Decorate with beads, ribbons, paint, etc... **don't forget the bows** (the flower bows look SUPER cute... but regular bow are SUPER cute too)

Finished product....ADORABLE!!!

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Chore Chart

Thanks to reader, Kristin for sharing this awesome idea for another chore chart (in case you missed the other one that we did, click here to check it out).  If you have another chore chart that works GREAT for your kiddo(s)...PLEASE share.  You know that at some point, we ALL run out of ideas, so sharing good ideas with one another is SO SO helpful. 

**Remember this, in order for any type of routine to stick with your kids (especially the YOUNG ones)... 2 things HAVE to happen. They HAVE to be successful (even if you kind of...well...cheat to make it happen) and you HAVE to be consistent; if you ignore it, they will too.    

The chore chart that Kristin's kiddos use (well just one... pretty sure the baby doesn't have chores... yet) is simple, direct, and hands on.  When kids are young, hands on and easy to understand is key... well, that AND making sure that the expectations are reasonable.  This chore chart is colorful and fun (which makes the kiddos excited to use it... you can even involve them in MAKING them if they're old enough).  You can simply use the adhesive hooks and construction paper or foam cut out (found at most craft stores) When the chore is complete, the pencil is flipped over.  It's as simple as that!  Kristin used words AND pictures... it's never too early to introduce words.

Here are some pictures up close of what Kristin did.

Thanks again Kristin!  Please feel free to pass along any fun ideas for kids in MY direction (handyhousemom@gmail.com).

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HAPPY HUMP DAY READERS!!

Hope today is off to a GREAT start for each and every one of you.  I've really been enjoying the 'Let's Chat' topics and the input that you have put in them!  I'm interested in what YOU would like to chat about... we've talked about, breastfeeding, making baby food, cloth diapers, LOTS of fun stuff... so what is on your mind?  I mean, we aren't all in the same stages of life.  What are issues or topics that would be interesting for you to read/chat about?  Comment below or email me (handyhousemom@gmail.com) with any ideas!  FYI... Wednesdays are the days that I post a Let's Chat topic... so keep an eye out for (hopefully) some fresh FUN new topics!!

Enjoy your day!!  The weekend is ALMOST here :-)

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