Washi tape is a decorative adhesive tape that is made from traditional Japanese paper (wa meaning ‘Japanese’ and shi meaning ‘paper’) that works great for craft or journaling.  Most papers are made from tree pulp, but washi comes from Japanese shrubs. It’s durable, waterproof, and heatproof….not to mention it is also biodegradable.

Get Creative with Washi Tape

Whether you want to do some crafts for fun, are looking for an inexpensive way to spruce up some decorating, or want to make a gift for someone; washi tape is a fun, creative option! Here are some washi tape craft ideas along with some Amazon options of washi tape available.

Washi Tape Craft  & Gift Ideas

These ideas could be used as a craft to keep at home or the perfect personalized gift for someone special!

Washi Tape DIY Letters

Buy craft letters (similar to this wooden A on Amazon) and decorate it with washi tape.  The creativity options are endless with the various patterns and colors of washi tape.  You could make this for yourself at home or it would also make a great gift.  It could be for:

• Housewarming gift
• Wedding gift
• New Baby Gift
• Baby’s room
• Kids Room
• Teacher Gift
• Christmas Gift

Flower Pot Decorated with Washi Tape

Need a quick gift or an easy way to personalize a flower pot at home?  Use Washi tape to decorate it as shown above it can be as easy as just adding an accent to a clay pot!  This also makes a great gift and is inexpensive to do.  There are endless options on how you could decorate it as well as what type of plant to have inside of it. These make a great housewarming gift, teachers appreciation gift, or Christmas gift.

Dress Up Your Charger Cords

Forget plain, bland charging cords.   Dress yours up! Another fun idea to get creative and brighten things up is to add washi tape to the end of your charging cords.  This can also help you identify who’s charger is whose- unless of course, that is a problem we only face at my house.  The polka dot always brings to mind Kate Spade or Minnie Mouse, both of which I’m a huge fan.  Here are some cute options from Amazon:
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Washi Tape Decorated Vases

These pretty vases could be used to decorate for a party or special event, or could also be used as a gift to someone.  Check out the pretty wide washi tape options below from amazon!

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Washi Tape Butterflies

Whether you’re looking for a way to help keep the kids busy and want to get creative with them, or are looking for party decor these washi tape butterflies are adorable!!  They could also be added to a gift bag as some personailzation!

Hot Air Balloon Art with Washi Tape

Another fun at home craft are these washi tape hot air balloons.  Things like this can also make cute gifts for grandparents!

Washi Tape Pencil & Desk Cup

These are another great option for your own personalization or for a gift.  Get a can or cheap plastic cup and dress it up with your washi tape.  These make a great gift for moms, dads, teachers, or friends!

Washi Tape Bookmarks

Bookmarks are not only super useful but are great gift ideas!  You can personalize them and make each one different while not having to spend a ton of money.  I’ve done these for classroom gifts and teacher gifts, they’re also a great idea for Christmas gifts or to add to a book for a birthday gift!

Craft Stick Bracelets

Never-ending fun and creativity with your very own craft stick bracelet.  It’s a great way to help keep the kids busy and encourage their creative thinking and design skills without having to spend a ton of money or deal with a big mess.

Washi Tape Popsicle Stick Frames

Frames are always useful, and personalized ones just make what it holds even sweeter.  Whether you make a quote frame or print out a favorite picture memory these are great to keep or give as a gift.

Washi Tape Decorated Notebook

This is yet another item that makes a great gift or is a fantastic way to personalize a notebook or planner for yourself (or a child).   It is a great way to let kids have some creative fun to express themselves which also encourages writing and drawing in their notebook.   A washi tape notebook is also a good diy birthday gift idea to do a basket with holding all the supplies.

Lego Duplo & Washi Tape

Want to spruce up the Legos without having to buy brand new ones?  Let the kids decorate them with washi tape and make them feel brand new again!!

Below is a cute idea from Amazon including some Mickey Mouse washi tape!

Decorative Kitchen Spatula

These decorative kitchen spatulas are a great idea to add some color to your kitchen or to use as a gift!  It makes a great Christmas or housewarming gift, and could also be used as an adorable hostess gift.

Whether you are looking for some creative fun or need some thrifty gift ideas, washi tape is a great option that has so many possibilities and will make each item unique and special.

Want More Creative Gift Ideas?  Check out the post below!

Holiday Gifts Kids Can Make

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Skin care is important and it’s not just about looking good. Yes, your skin does have an effect on how you feel about yourself and it’s been proven that when you look good, you feel better as well.  Regular skin care is about more than that though, it helps protect you against the elements.   Dry skin, itchy skin, rough skin- are all uncomfortable and a regular skin care routine helps protect you against those things.

Many times, as mothers we pass it off as not having time for it because we’re busy taking care of those around us.  The truth is though, that in order for us to take care of others, we have to take care of ourselves (check out the post “The truth about Motherhood” for more on that).   You don’t drive a car on empty and then get upset because it won’t go.  Another point to consider is that by taking care of ourselves, we teach our children the importance of taking care of themselves as well. Isn’t that something that we want to pass on to them?

In a previous post, I created a Review of Lauren Conrad Beauty Makeup and decided to create one for the skin care line as well.

Lauren Conrad Beauty Facial Cleanser (Dry to Normal)

Said to “Cleanse your skin with this gentle, non-stripping formula that’ll leave your skin balanced and hydrated.”  Like the makeup line, this product is vegan friendly, cruelty free, clean beauty and paraben free.

This facial cleanser has a light, milky feel to it.  I want to absolutely love it; however, I don’t feel like it totally cleans my face.  There is one review on the LC Beauty website that states they tried first without removing their eyeliner and mascara and the cleanser left absolutely no residue after washing however even after attempting multiple times I haven’t found that to be the case.   I don’t wear heavy makeup( I’m actually using the Lauren Conrad Eyeliner and Mascara) so I’m not sure how it could absolutely leave no residue.

Vitamin C Oil

I was a little skeptical of the Vitamin C Oil, when I looked at the packaging online I thought that it was in a plastic peach colored bottle but it’s actually in a ceramic bottle.  According to the Lauren Conrad Beauty website, the Vitamin C Oil “brightens your skin with this luminous Vitamin C oil that helps hydrate and improves skin’s overall radiance.”

To use, you squeeze a couple drops of the oil into your palm and then massage into freshly toned face and neck in an upward, circular motion.  It is then recommended to follow up with face cream.  This literally takes just a couple of drops; a little bit goes a long way for sure.

The Vitamin C Oil definitely leaves skin feeling hydrated and brightens it as well.  It can feel a little too much at first, but it does soak into your skin to hydrate.  This is one of my favorite products in the skin care line.

Common Questions about Vitamin C Oil

What is Vitamin C Oil good for?

Helps blemishes, reduces hyperpigmentation, hydrates skin giving a glow.  Consistency is key to get the maximum effect.

Can People with Oily Skin Benefit From Vitamin C Oil?

While the idea of an oil may concern some, studies show that vitamin C oil can help in treating inflammationassociated with acne, treats damaged skin as well as brightens and has been shown to benefit oily skin as well.

The Face Cream (Dry to Normal)

“Helps to balance, hydrate and brighten dry to normal skin while improving the look of the skin with a non-greasy, rich, and creamy formula.”  (LC Beauty)

This face cream does a fantastic job of moisturizing, hydrating and brightening skin.  The clinical results on the Lauren Conrad Beauty site show:

• “100% of participants showed increase in skin moisture”
• “100% agree the product improves the texture of skin and provides more even skin”
• “100% agree my skin looks more radiant, energized, and bright”
• “100% agree that my skin has a smooth texture and felt deeply hydrated throughout the day.”

To me, this is completely accurate and I totally agree with the findings in the clinical results.  The Lauren Conrad Beauty Face Cream is creamy and not greasy and does a great job of hydrating and brightening skin.  I love to use it following the Vitamin C Oil to lock in moisture.

The Toner Mist

“Get balanced, hydrated skin with this misting toner that rebalances and refreshes” (LC Beauty)

Toner helps in removing any last traces of dirt and impurities in your pores and can have a positive impact on appearance and tightness of pores. The primary ingredients for the toner are listed as Rose Water, Vitamin B5, and Licorice Root Extract.

• Rose water is known for its ability to balance natural oils, reduce the appearance of temporary redness and hydrate skin.
• Vitamin B5 helps to restore the skin’s natural hydration balance while repairing damaging skin tissue.
• Licorice Root Extract may help lighten dark spots and even out skin tone.
• The toner does a great job of balancing and hydrating skin, preparing it to be treated and moisturized.

The Toner Mist is super light and refreshing.  It feels like a refreshing mist on your face.  It feels more lightweight than other toners that I’ve used, but I think that has more to do with the way it sprays (which I love!).

Verdict on Lauren Conrad Beauty Skin Care Line

Overall, I think this line is fantastic and affordable.   My personal favorite products are the Vitamin C Oil and the Face Cream.  Using consistently, I have noticed my skin is more hydrated and brighter than it previously was.  Similarly, to the make up line, the skin care line is made to be vegan friendly, cruelty free, clean beauty and paraben free so while not only making you look good, you can feel good about what you are using as well.  Overall, I don’t think you can go wrong with any of the products in the line.

Candy stores bring to mind bright colors, Willy Wonka, happiness and sugar rushes.   It’s one of those magical childhood places where you think that you are in paradise.   Sweet Pete’s Candy Shop in Jacksonville, Florida is the perfect picture of all these things.  They have done an amazing job of capturing the essence of childhood happiness.  There are lots of picture-perfect places to capture snaps of your adventure including a Social Media Room.

About Sweet Pete’s

Sweet Pete’s was founded by Pete and Allison Behringer. It is the largest candy store in the southeast. Located in a historic 22,000 square foot mansion in the heart of downtown Jacksonville.   You may have heard of Sweet Pete’s if you are familiar with CNBC’s show The Profit.  That’s when they moved from their Springfield location to one with more foot traffic in downtown Jacksonville, Florida. It’s a really cool story of how they completely turned the business around so that it could thrive.

Image from First Coast News from Sweetpetescandy.com

Our Visit To Sweet Pete’s

My sister had taken the kids (separately) a couple years ago for their birthday but they hadn’t been back since.  I thought it would be something fun to do especially since it was chilly and a little rainy out.   There is something about candy shops that bring back the kid in you and make you feel happy.

We went early and parked a block over.  The shop itself doesn’t have any direct parking.  There were no meter charges because it was a Saturday which was nice.   The building stands out in downtown and even from the outside, you can tell that it is going to be fun.  I warned the kids ahead of time that while I would buy them some candy I was not purchasing any toys.   Like all kids, they will find a reason they need another stuffed animal or toy car so I was attempting to set the expectation going in.   I didn’t realize that Sweet Pete’s had as many toys as they now had.

Inside The Shop

Sweet Pete’s is three floors, the bottom has a small shop where you can get fudge and specialty items as well as a restaurant- 10/6 Grille.  The second floor has candy and ice-cream parlor.  The third floor has party rooms, a play area, toys, and a social media room.

The 10/6 Grille to the left when you walk into Sweet Pete’s Picture Wall Going up to the 2nd Floor of Sweet Pete’s

I love the staircase, it’s amazing.  As you walk up to the second floor there is a decorated area where you can sit and take a picture.

There’s an area on the second floor with some old fashioned candy as well as a place where you can purchase bulk candy in small $5 boxes. There’s also outdoor seating areas that are pretty cool.  It was chilly the day we were there so we didn’t sit out there.  We’ll have to check it out next time that we go!  There’s also an ice cream parlor on the second floor.  Since we were going to be eating lunch at the 10/6 Grille we skipped that as well but next time.

On to the Toy Shop

The kids went wild over the toy shop.  There was so much stuff up there.  Toys and books.  Even though we had talked about it several times, they still asked for a toy (who would’ve guessed??!) but I had to stick to my no, even though I did want to give in.   There was an Eloise book which my daughter loved.   She became a big Eloise fan after we visited The Plaza in New York City.

There was also an area where you could see candy being made.

Social Media Room at Sweet Pete’s

One of our favorite rooms was the Social Media room that had various photo areas set up.  This is a MUST SEE area for any family or blogger who is visiting.  You can get some adorable shots!

You can see a little more of the setup from the image below taken by my 6-year-old.   There’s little square areas set up for the perfect photos.

Our visit was so much fun and also included a complimentary sample of their fantastic Salted Caramels.  You can check out more of Sweet Pete’s and even order some of their delicious goodies (including those Salted Caramels) at Sweetpetescandyshop.com.  It’s an amazing place to check out.

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Washi tape is a decorative adhesive tape that is made from traditional Japanese paper (wa meaning ‘Japanese’ and shi meaning ‘paper’) that works great for craft or journaling.  Most papers are made from tree pulp, but washi comes from Japanese shrubs. It’s durable, waterproof, and heatproof….not to mention it is also biodegradable.

Get Creative with Washi Tape

Whether you want to do some crafts for fun, are looking for an inexpensive way to spruce up some decorating, or want to make a gift for someone; washi tape is a fun, creative option! Here are some washi tape craft ideas along with some Amazon options of washi tape available.

Washi Tape Craft  & Gift Ideas

These ideas could be used as a craft to keep at home or the perfect personalized gift for someone special!

Washi Tape DIY Letters

Buy craft letters (similar to this wooden A on Amazon) and decorate it with washi tape.  The creativity options are endless with the various patterns and colors of washi tape.  You could make this for yourself at home or it would also make a great gift.  It could be for:

• Housewarming gift
• Wedding gift
• New Baby Gift
• Baby’s room
• Kids Room
• Teacher Gift
• Christmas Gift

Flower Pot Decorated with Washi Tape

Need a quick gift or an easy way to personalize a flower pot at home?  Use Washi tape to decorate it as shown above it can be as easy as just adding an accent to a clay pot!  This also makes a great gift and is inexpensive to do.  There are endless options on how you could decorate it as well as what type of plant to have inside of it. These make a great housewarming gift, teachers appreciation gift, or Christmas gift.

Dress Up Your Charger Cords

Forget plain, bland charging cords.   Dress yours up! Another fun idea to get creative and brighten things up is to add washi tape to the end of your charging cords.  This can also help you identify who’s charger is whose- unless of course, that is a problem we only face at my house.  The polka dot always brings to mind Kate Spade or Minnie Mouse, both of which I’m a huge fan.  Here are some cute options from Amazon:
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Washi Tape Decorated Vases

These pretty vases could be used to decorate for a party or special event, or could also be used as a gift to someone.  Check out the pretty wide washi tape options below from amazon!

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Washi Tape Butterflies

Whether you’re looking for a way to help keep the kids busy and want to get creative with them, or are looking for party decor these washi tape butterflies are adorable!!  They could also be added to a gift bag as some personailzation!

Hot Air Balloon Art with Washi Tape

Another fun at home craft are these washi tape hot air balloons.  Things like this can also make cute gifts for grandparents!

Washi Tape Pencil & Desk Cup

These are another great option for your own personalization or for a gift.  Get a can or cheap plastic cup and dress it up with your washi tape.  These make a great gift for moms, dads, teachers, or friends!

Washi Tape Bookmarks

Bookmarks are not only super useful but are great gift ideas!  You can personalize them and make each one different while not having to spend a ton of money.  I’ve done these for classroom gifts and teacher gifts, they’re also a great idea for Christmas gifts or to add to a book for a birthday gift!

Craft Stick Bracelets

Never-ending fun and creativity with your very own craft stick bracelet.  It’s a great way to help keep the kids busy and encourage their creative thinking and design skills without having to spend a ton of money or deal with a big mess.

Washi Tape Popsicle Stick Frames

Frames are always useful, and personalized ones just make what it holds even sweeter.  Whether you make a quote frame or print out a favorite picture memory these are great to keep or give as a gift.

Washi Tape Decorated Notebook

This is yet another item that makes a great gift or is a fantastic way to personalize a notebook or planner for yourself (or a child).   It is a great way to let kids have some creative fun to express themselves which also encourages writing and drawing in their notebook.   A washi tape notebook is also a good diy birthday gift idea to do a basket with holding all the supplies.

Lego Duplo & Washi Tape

Want to spruce up the Legos without having to buy brand new ones?  Let the kids decorate them with washi tape and make them feel brand new again!!

Below is a cute idea from Amazon including some Mickey Mouse washi tape!

Decorative Kitchen Spatula

These decorative kitchen spatulas are a great idea to add some color to your kitchen or to use as a gift!  It makes a great Christmas or housewarming gift, and could also be used as an adorable hostess gift.

Whether you are looking for some creative fun or need some thrifty gift ideas, washi tape is a great option that has so many possibilities and will make each item unique and special.

Want More Creative Gift Ideas?  Check out the post below!

Holiday Gifts Kids Can Make

Washi tape is a decorative adhesive tape that is made from traditional Japanese paper (wa meaning ‘Japanese’ and shi meaning ‘paper’) that works great for craft or journaling.  Most papers are made from tree pulp, but washi comes from Japanese shrubs. It’s durable, waterproof, and heatproof….not to mention it is also biodegradable.

Get Creative with Washi Tape

Whether you want to do some crafts for fun, are looking for an inexpensive way to spruce up some decorating, or want to make a gift for someone; washi tape is a fun, creative option! Here are some washi tape craft ideas along with some Amazon options of washi tape available.

Washi Tape Craft  & Gift Ideas

These ideas could be used as a craft to keep at home or the perfect personalized gift for someone special!

Washi Tape DIY Letters

Buy craft letters (similar to this wooden A on Amazon) and decorate it with washi tape.  The creativity options are endless with the various patterns and colors of washi tape.  You could make this for yourself at home or it would also make a great gift.  It could be for:

• Housewarming gift
• Wedding gift
• New Baby Gift
• Baby’s room
• Kids Room
• Teacher Gift
• Christmas Gift

Flower Pot Decorated with Washi Tape

Need a quick gift or an easy way to personalize a flower pot at home?  Use Washi tape to decorate it as shown above it can be as easy as just adding an accent to a clay pot!  This also makes a great gift and is inexpensive to do.  There are endless options on how you could decorate it as well as what type of plant to have inside of it. These make a great housewarming gift, teachers appreciation gift, or Christmas gift.

Dress Up Your Charger Cords

Forget plain, bland charging cords.   Dress yours up! Another fun idea to get creative and brighten things up is to add washi tape to the end of your charging cords.  This can also help you identify who’s charger is whose- unless of course, that is a problem we only face at my house.  The polka dot always brings to mind Kate Spade or Minnie Mouse, both of which I’m a huge fan.  Here are some cute options from Amazon:
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Washi Tape Decorated Vases

These pretty vases could be used to decorate for a party or special event, or could also be used as a gift to someone.  Check out the pretty wide washi tape options below from amazon!

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Washi Tape Butterflies

Whether you’re looking for a way to help keep the kids busy and want to get creative with them, or are looking for party decor these washi tape butterflies are adorable!!  They could also be added to a gift bag as some personailzation!

Hot Air Balloon Art with Washi Tape

Another fun at home craft are these washi tape hot air balloons.  Things like this can also make cute gifts for grandparents!

Washi Tape Pencil & Desk Cup

These are another great option for your own personalization or for a gift.  Get a can or cheap plastic cup and dress it up with your washi tape.  These make a great gift for moms, dads, teachers, or friends!

Washi Tape Bookmarks

Bookmarks are not only super useful but are great gift ideas!  You can personalize them and make each one different while not having to spend a ton of money.  I’ve done these for classroom gifts and teacher gifts, they’re also a great idea for Christmas gifts or to add to a book for a birthday gift!

Craft Stick Bracelets

Never-ending fun and creativity with your very own craft stick bracelet.  It’s a great way to help keep the kids busy and encourage their creative thinking and design skills without having to spend a ton of money or deal with a big mess.

Washi Tape Popsicle Stick Frames

Frames are always useful, and personalized ones just make what it holds even sweeter.  Whether you make a quote frame or print out a favorite picture memory these are great to keep or give as a gift.

Washi Tape Decorated Notebook

This is yet another item that makes a great gift or is a fantastic way to personalize a notebook or planner for yourself (or a child).   It is a great way to let kids have some creative fun to express themselves which also encourages writing and drawing in their notebook.   A washi tape notebook is also a good diy birthday gift idea to do a basket with holding all the supplies.

Lego Duplo & Washi Tape

Want to spruce up the Legos without having to buy brand new ones?  Let the kids decorate them with washi tape and make them feel brand new again!!

Below is a cute idea from Amazon including some Mickey Mouse washi tape!

Decorative Kitchen Spatula

These decorative kitchen spatulas are a great idea to add some color to your kitchen or to use as a gift!  It makes a great Christmas or housewarming gift, and could also be used as an adorable hostess gift.

Whether you are looking for some creative fun or need some thrifty gift ideas, washi tape is a great option that has so many possibilities and will make each item unique and special.

Want More Creative Gift Ideas?  Check out the post below!

Holiday Gifts Kids Can Make

Washi tape is a decorative adhesive tape that is made from traditional Japanese paper (wa meaning ‘Japanese’ and shi meaning ‘paper’) that works great for craft or journaling.  Most papers are made from tree pulp, but washi comes from Japanese shrubs. It’s durable, waterproof, and heatproof….not to mention it is also biodegradable.

Get Creative with Washi Tape

Whether you want to do some crafts for fun, are looking for an inexpensive way to spruce up some decorating, or want to make a gift for someone; washi tape is a fun, creative option! Here are some washi tape craft ideas along with some Amazon options of washi tape available.

Washi Tape Craft  & Gift Ideas

These ideas could be used as a craft to keep at home or the perfect personalized gift for someone special!

Washi Tape DIY Letters

Buy craft letters (similar to this wooden A on Amazon) and decorate it with washi tape.  The creativity options are endless with the various patterns and colors of washi tape.  You could make this for yourself at home or it would also make a great gift.  It could be for:

• Housewarming gift
• Wedding gift
• New Baby Gift
• Baby’s room
• Kids Room
• Teacher Gift
• Christmas Gift

Flower Pot Decorated with Washi Tape

Need a quick gift or an easy way to personalize a flower pot at home?  Use Washi tape to decorate it as shown above it can be as easy as just adding an accent to a clay pot!  This also makes a great gift and is inexpensive to do.  There are endless options on how you could decorate it as well as what type of plant to have inside of it. These make a great housewarming gift, teachers appreciation gift, or Christmas gift.

Dress Up Your Charger Cords

Forget plain, bland charging cords.   Dress yours up! Another fun idea to get creative and brighten things up is to add washi tape to the end of your charging cords.  This can also help you identify who’s charger is whose- unless of course, that is a problem we only face at my house.  The polka dot always brings to mind Kate Spade or Minnie Mouse, both of which I’m a huge fan.  Here are some cute options from Amazon:
.

Washi Tape Decorated Vases

These pretty vases could be used to decorate for a party or special event, or could also be used as a gift to someone.  Check out the pretty wide washi tape options below from amazon!

.

Washi Tape Butterflies

Whether you’re looking for a way to help keep the kids busy and want to get creative with them, or are looking for party decor these washi tape butterflies are adorable!!  They could also be added to a gift bag as some personailzation!

Hot Air Balloon Art with Washi Tape

Another fun at home craft are these washi tape hot air balloons.  Things like this can also make cute gifts for grandparents!

Washi Tape Pencil & Desk Cup

These are another great option for your own personalization or for a gift.  Get a can or cheap plastic cup and dress it up with your washi tape.  These make a great gift for moms, dads, teachers, or friends!

Washi Tape Bookmarks

Bookmarks are not only super useful but are great gift ideas!  You can personalize them and make each one different while not having to spend a ton of money.  I’ve done these for classroom gifts and teacher gifts, they’re also a great idea for Christmas gifts or to add to a book for a birthday gift!

Craft Stick Bracelets

Never-ending fun and creativity with your very own craft stick bracelet.  It’s a great way to help keep the kids busy and encourage their creative thinking and design skills without having to spend a ton of money or deal with a big mess.

Washi Tape Popsicle Stick Frames

Frames are always useful, and personalized ones just make what it holds even sweeter.  Whether you make a quote frame or print out a favorite picture memory these are great to keep or give as a gift.

Washi Tape Decorated Notebook

This is yet another item that makes a great gift or is a fantastic way to personalize a notebook or planner for yourself (or a child).   It is a great way to let kids have some creative fun to express themselves which also encourages writing and drawing in their notebook.   A washi tape notebook is also a good diy birthday gift idea to do a basket with holding all the supplies.

Lego Duplo & Washi Tape

Want to spruce up the Legos without having to buy brand new ones?  Let the kids decorate them with washi tape and make them feel brand new again!!

Below is a cute idea from Amazon including some Mickey Mouse washi tape!

Decorative Kitchen Spatula

These decorative kitchen spatulas are a great idea to add some color to your kitchen or to use as a gift!  It makes a great Christmas or housewarming gift, and could also be used as an adorable hostess gift.

Whether you are looking for some creative fun or need some thrifty gift ideas, washi tape is a great option that has so many possibilities and will make each item unique and special.

Want More Creative Gift Ideas?  Check out the post below!

Holiday Gifts Kids Can Make

We are Florida residents and Disney Annual Passholders.   We will sometimes take the opportunity to go down to Orlando for a night or two on weekends to get away.  The previous time we were down, I made breakfast reservations for the Bon Voyage Breakfast at Trattoria al Forno.  On our way to breakfast, we walked through Disney’s Boardwalk Inn Resort and thought it has a nice atmosphere that we’d like to check out.

When we go to Walt Disney World, we will typically visit the park at least once- if only for an hour or two.  Our favorite resorts to stay at are the Magic Kingdom resorts.  Why? Monorail and/or boat access.  This means I can skip the transportation center and tram to get to the park.  The stress relief this gives me in not having to get two young kids into the car with all their stuff, then take out the stroller long enough to get to the tram so that I can fold it up again… and so on.

As Annual Passholders,  Disney often offers some great room discounts that you can take advantage of.

Disney’s Boardwalk Inn Resort Review

Disney’s description of the resort is  “the charm, whimsy and elegance of 1940s Atlantic City.”  This description fits the resort perfectly.  The resort has an Atlantic City-boardwalk  feel to it begining with your arrival.  The curved entrance with the letters above spelling out Boardwalk.  Located steps away from Epcot which can be reached on foot or via a boat on Crescent Lake.

The Rooms at the Boardwalk Inn

The rooms are well themed with the whimsy elegance of Atlantic City. The artwork in the room was all continued the Atlantic City-Disney tie-in theme.

We were in a 2nd floor Garden View room.   You actually come in on the second floor from the lobby.   The balcony view room was nice and peaceful feeling.

View from inside the room at Disney’s Boardwalk Resort View from the 2nd floor balcony Artwork above the couch/sleeper sofa

Minnie Mouse Lamp on a desk inside the room The custom curtains had a picture of the Boardwalk on it

The bathrooms came with the standard two sinks outside the bathroom with toiletries (mouthwash, sun lotion, vanity kit).  Inside the bathroom, there were dispensers filled with soap, shampoo & conditioner.  While I do like the mini soaps, and shampoos it does make it much more convenient with little kids to just have the dispenser inside the shower.

The sinks in front of the bathroom which also included standard toiletries and soaps Shower Curtain with Ferris Wheels Soap, Shampoo and Conditioner Dispensers located inside the shower/tub

The Boardwalk Pool

One of the best parts of any Disney Resort is the pool area.  The Boardwalk pool does not disappoint with its slide.  Full warning though- if you have a fear of clowns, it’s NOT for you.

Luna Park Pool Concession. There is not though, a resort mug refill station

My 7-year-old LOVED the slide and its twist and turns.  My 4-year-old was not so enthused.  His first reason was he thought the clown’s hair was it’s brains.  Then he said he didn’t like the “loopty loops” and my husband says it was because he didn’t like the idea of coming out of the clown’s mouth.   It mostly came down to the “loopty loops.”  I did have him go down once and he screamed all the way down.  Literally.  The kids both had on life vest but the depth at the end of the slide was 3ft. 6 inches.

Outside the Boardwalk Resort

Outside there is a green (artificial) grass area that is great to just hangout and relax on.  You can see a view of Crescent Lake along with the Yacht and Beach Club resorts.  There is a boat ramp that will take you to either the Yacht/Beach Club or to Epcot.

Walking out past the grass area you come to the boardwalk.  Disney has done a great job of making you feel like you’re on a working boardwalk.

In the distance of the Dance Hall you can also see the Dolphin Hotel which is right behind the Swan Hotel) The Boardwalk Bakery where you can get yummy treats and a refill on your resort mug!

The Boardwalk Bakery makes alot of the breads/desserts for the hotels located on the Boardwalk.  It is also where you get your resort mug refilled (typically done at the quick service locations inside the various resorts).

Walking the Boardwalk

We walked to Epcot from the hotel and even came across a furry friend! There’s always a good chance you’ll see one of these little bunnies around.

We also visited the Yacht Club Resort and walked around.  On our way back to the Boardwalk Inn we took the bridge over the lake

Night Time at the Boardwalk

At night is when the Boardwalk comes to life.  There are vendors selling funnel cakes, ice-cream, pizza.  The smell fills the air and takes you away to another time.  There are also a few carnival games and performers that are entertaining.  There is also the Ample Hills Creamery which I highly recommend!!

The best “cream and cookies” ice-cream ever!

Great Location and Atmosphere

Disney’s Boardwalk Resort is a great location to experience some non-park entertainment as well as have close access to Epcot and Hollywood Studios.  Overall it was a fun experience that I’d suggest trying out!

What’s your favorite Disney Resort?