029: Theresa Haddow On Family Time, The Importance Of Art, And An Amazing Non-Toy Gift For Kids

11/20/19 • 34 min

I think we would all agree that the reason we want to simplify our lives is to enjoy more quality time with the people we love, doing the things we want to do. But we look at Pinterest and Facebook and see all the activities we’re supposed to be doing, that even family time feels overwhelming. It’s impossible to keep up and do it all.

With that said, you probably do want to enjoy a few crafts or other activities with your children from time to time.

You just don’t know how to fit it in.
You don’t know how to come up with a meaningful craft,
get it all set up,
collect the materials,
and still enjoy the process with your child.

I get it. I’ve had that experience where I find the perfect craft online, I spend hours getting it all ready, I think I’m going to have a blast with my kids, but instead we’re all frustrated by the end and the whole experience is a mess.

This week on The Simple Home Podcast, my guest Theresa Haddow, the founder of The Create Kit, talks about her monthly subscription box that makes crafting with kids easy and fun. She had these same struggles, but knew she wanted to craft with her kids as they grew. She knows the value in arts and crafts from an early age and wanted to simplify the whole process for herself and other parents struggling with the same thing.

One of my favorite parts of her subscription is what an amazing non-toy gift this would make for any child or mother in your life.

I love finding gifts that are meaningful and that don’t add one more toy to our house, and this one is perfect. It comes in the mail, is incredibly reasonably priced, and there are many different packages available to suit your needs. If you also love to give (or get) non-toy gifts for your kids, you’ve got to check these out.

If you’ve ever wished you could include arts and crafts in your child’s life, more regularly, but can’t seem to find the time, this episode is a must.

Key Takeaways

Theresa shares the developmental benefits of her craft boxes for your children
She tells how you can easily use them to fill gaps of open time rather than spending hours getting things set up.
She talks about why she started this business and how she was able to pursue this passion while raising a young child.
She gives you all the details about what comes in each box and what you can expect.
As a thank you, she gives a special bonus for those who sign up for a membership

Links

More information about The Create Kit
Ready to get the create kit for someone you love? Click here!
Other Gift Ideas I Love
Educational Gifts Your Kids Will Love
Clutter Free With Kids- Interview With Joshua Becker
The Secret To Getting Your Time Back (As A Busy Mom)

Find this episode

With that said, you probably do want to enjoy a few crafts or other activities with your children from time to time.

You just don’t know how to fit it in.
You don’t know how to come up with a meaningful craft,
get it all set up,
collect the materials,
and still enjoy the process with your child.

One of my favorite parts of her subscription is what an amazing non-toy gift this would make for any child or mother in your life.

If you’ve ever wished you could include arts and crafts in your child’s life, more regularly, but can’t seem to find the time, this episode is a must.

Key Takeaways

Theresa shares the developmental benefits of her craft boxes for your children
She tells how you can easily use them to fill gaps of open time rather than spending hours getting things set up.
She talks about why she started this business and how she was able to pursue this passion while raising a young child.
She gives you all the details about what comes in each box and what you can expect.
As a thank you, she gives a special bonus for those who sign up for a membership

Links

More information about The Create Kit
Ready to get the create kit for someone you love? Click here!
Other Gift Ideas I Love
Educational Gifts Your Kids Will Love
Clutter Free With Kids- Interview With Joshua Becker
The Secret To Getting Your Time Back (As A Busy Mom)

Find this episode

Previous Episode

028: Paper Clutter And Kids- What To Do With Schoolwork, Artwork, And Other Kid Papers

I know I'm not the only parent who gets piles of papers from my kid's school every week. From notes to fliers, to artwork, and school work. It is a constant source of paper clutter that I'm battling daily.

Even if you don't have school age kids yet, I bet you get paper from the library, the dentist or doctor, artwork your child does, stuff from daycare, and more. The paper clutter that comes into our homes from our weekly mail is a lot, but add on the paper that comes from our kids and it can quickly get overwhelming.

On this episode of The Simple Home Podcast, we're going to conquer the paper clutter.

You'll learn how to manage the endless stream of clutter and curate a few special pieces for your children as they grow.

Instead of keeping boxes of schoolwork, you'll learn an easy system for keeping the memories in a simple way that will allow you and your kids to enjoy them.

No more piles of papers on your counter and your desk top, begging for your attention.

Instead, put systems in place that make piles unnecessary and easy to handle.

Key Takeaways

How to store the paperwork and what to keep.
What to do each time papers enter your home.
An easy way to display the drawings and other creations your kids make daily.
My exact process for dealing with paper and keeping mementos for my kids.

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Links

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Next Episode

030: Find balance and simplicity in the chaos of motherhood- Interview With Shanna From Hello Beautiful Chaos

We’ve all heard the saying, “I was a really good mom before I had kids.”

Balancing motherhood and life is hard and can often feel overwhelming.

You’re trying to take care of your kids, manage a house, get meals on the table, take care of yourself, be present, be a good wife, be a good friend, be a good mom, and on and on. It’s no wonder that many of us feel like we’re failing and can’t keep up.

It’s easy to feel defeated when you look at the highlight reel on social media.

You wonder why everyone else seems to have it all together and you can’t seem to balance motherhood and life. You’re not alone. I promise, if you talk to any mom, you’ll find we all feel the same way.

But you were made for this job. You were made to be a mom to the kids you have and you are equipped to do so.

Key Takeaways From This Episode

You’re own personal ‘stuff’ doesn’t go away just because you have kids.
How to put non-negotiables in your life to give you a sense of control.
It’s okay to ask for help.
The only time managing tip you’ll ever need
How to “be where your feet are”

Some of the links below are affiliate links. If you purchase anything through one of my links, I may receive a small commission.

Links Mentioned In This Episode:

Hello Beautiful Chaos
The One Thing By Gary Pappasan- Listen to it free on Audible

Other Episodes You’ll Love:

More about Shanna from Hello Beautiful Chaos

I help overwhelmed moms remember their worth and find hope amidst the chaos through faith, mindset and community!

I’m an expert encourager & busy mama with a mild coffee obsession. I’m also the survivor of a broken past, lost identity, misplaced trust and forgotten self-worth.

Its my passion to help busy mamas journey through the beautiful chaos and become who you are called to be!

Instagram: @Shannaalonge

Join the community on Facebook Community: Hello Beautiful Chaos Group

Website: www.hellobeautifulchaos.com

The Simple Home - 029: Theresa Haddow On Family Time, The Importance Of Art, And An Amazing Non-Toy Gift For Kids

Transcript

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Hey there, you're listening to the Simple Home, a podcast for the modern mom looking for a slower pace, a life with less stuff, less to do and more time for what really matters. Let me simply is more than just getting rid of clutter. It's about letting go of expectations to create a life of intention. Motherhood is the ultimate ground hog day experience, where much of every day is spent on the logistical stuff necessary to keep everyone alive so you can wake up