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Between postpartum and summer heat, I get really hot especially when I’m sleeping. I found a breathable and 100% organic cotton bedding from @delarahomeshop The material in bedding can really make a difference in sleep! My bed feels so cozy and comfortable. 

These simple changes make a big difference in my sleep. I feel much more rested in the morning, making for a good day! Shared the link in my bio #bedding #bedroomrefresh #organicbedding
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If you’re looking for a meaningful Father’s Day gift, create your own photo book with Mixbook. Download the Mixbook app to try Story Mode. Use my code SOCIAL40 for 40% off your first order #mixbook
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So everyone’s talking about a 90s summer with their kids and I’m loving it! I grew up in that era when summers were simple. My kids will be enjoying days outside at the pool, running through sprinkles, and eating popsicles. No schedule, just fun summer days. 

This outfit reminds me of the 90s with the bright blue colors💙How will you be spending your summer break? #summerootd #athleisurestyle
cleaning routine 🧺🫧🧽 So after having kids I’ve al cleaning routine 🧺🫧🧽

So after having kids I’ve always preferred non toxic cleaning products. Im trying out @branchbasics I used the all purpose cleaner, glass cleaner, and bathroom cleaner. So here’s my thoughts. I love that these products simplify my cleaning routine…it’s one concentrate that has multiple uses throughout my home. Also, it’s non toxic and the products work really well! 

I’ve linked my favorite non toxic cleaning products on my LTK #nontoxichome #nontoxiccleaning #branchbasics #cleaningroutine
Homeschool summer learning ☀️📚 We keep the learni Homeschool summer learning ☀️📚

We keep the learning going throughout the summer in a fun way. I’ve gathered some of my favorite homeschool resources for reading, writing, and math. So if you’re a homeschool family or if you just want your kids to keep up with their learning throughout the summer, check these out! 

•reading.com (a phonics program for your child to learn to read. free trial available)
•The Good and the Beautiful math curriculums (free printable curriculums available)
•Starfall.com (reading, phonics and math games for kindergarten-5th grade)
•KUMON worksheets (simple way to help boost math skills)
•The Good and the Beautiful reading booster books (great books to help build your child’s reading confidence)
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here’s my little secret to getting things done around the house with a newborn. I love the Wildbird baby carrier! It’s easy to put on and comfy for both of us. My baby boy always falls asleep and I’m able to have productive days. Homeschooling and checking off my daily household tasks is so much easier with this baby carrier. Also my baby boy is 12 pounds so I’m basically wearing a weighted vest and getting my daily workout in! 

I’ve linked this baby carrier on my LTK 🤎 #newborn #babywearingmom #wildbird #babycarrier #babywrap
summer reading 📚☀️ I found the cutest summer read summer reading 📚☀️

I found the cutest summer reading chart at Target. This chart is a fun way to encourage reading throughout the summer. We love going to the library a couple times a week to pick out books. Here are two free summer reading programs that I love

📚Barnes & Noble: get a free book when you read 8 books & complete a reading log.

📚The Good and the Beautiful: free summer reading packets that includes a book, sticker sheet, bookmark, and reading log. 

Follow along for more homeschool resources! #homeschoolactivities #homeschoolmom #homeschoolfun
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So Maddie and little Ray learned how to play chess and they’re so good at it now. They started taking lessons with the free @duolingo app and it’s been so helping in teaching them! Chess is a game of strategy that helps kids learn to evaluate positions, recognize patterns, and analyze “if-then” scenarios. Now it’s time for me to learn lol. 

Do you and your kids know how to play chess? I highly recommend Duolingo (it’s free) if your kids want to learn a new language or learn how to play chess! #homeschoolactivities #homeschoolmom #homeschoolcurriculum https://liketk.it/6dpfI
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Activities, Homeschool, Seasonal, Winter · December 3, 2021

Simple Holiday Crafts with Cricut

Thank you to Cricut for sponsoring this post. As always, all views and recommendations are 100% my own.

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The holiday season is here! Some of my favorite memories growing up was doing holiday crafts with my mom! I’m so excited that I am continuing the holiday craft tradition with my family. I love using my Cricut Explore 3 to make simple holiday crafts with my kids. A Cricut is a cutting machine that can cut designs from materials like paper, vinyl, card stocks, and iron on transfers. Using my Cricut has made designing so simple and fun! During the holiday and winter season I love having a list of go-to crafts that I can do with my kids. With my Cricut, the craft ideas are endless which means I can create so many memories with my kids. Here are simple holiday crafts with Cricut. 


Christmas Cups

During the winter months I love sipping on coffee and/or hot chocolate. I bought this reusable plastic coffee cup from Micheals. Then I used my Cricut Explore 3 and designed a fun holiday picture in the Cricut Design space. If you want your kids to join in on the fun you can easily have them help you pick out a fun holiday design for their own cup. You can also personalize the cup by adding your child’s name!

Clear Ornaments

I absolutely love clear plastic ornaments for my kids. My kids both have small Christmas trees in their room so they love having personalized ornaments. I used my Cricut to design the ornaments! I added a Christmas tree on one side and the words snow day on the other side of the ornament. Then I allowed my kids to add some fake snow and glitter for the inside of the ornament! 

Snowflake Ornaments

The first snow day is aways so exciting for my family. My daughter helped paint the snowflake ornament and then I added the snow day word design in gold. Also, adding the year with a Cricut is a great idea 

Cloche Holiday Scene 

You may or may not know what a cloche is, but it has a dome shaped top that’s usually clear and a bottom. I love using these to add a holiday scene inside. This is a great way to add personalized home decor throughout your home during the holidays. I had my daughter paint a little holiday themed house and she added fake snow inside. Then I added my Cricut design on the cloche to match the decor colors in my home for the holidays.

More Holiday Craft Ideas with Cricut

1.Kids stockings with personalized name

2.Snow Globe 

3.Matching holiday sweaters with Inititals 

4.Holiday Journals 

5.Small Christmas pillow

6.Monogrammed scarf and gloves

7.DIY kids holiday cards

8.Snowflake Coasters

9.Milk and Cookies Cup and Plate

10.12 Days of Christmas Calendar 

Everything I used

  • Cricut Explore 3
  • Smart Vinyl
  • Cricut Basic Tools

Cricut Explore 3

Christmas Color Smart Vinyl 

Cricut Basic Tool Set

Cricut Transfer Tape


I hope you enjoyed these simple holiday crafts with Cricut! Continue making fun memories during the holiday season! Be sure to check out my blog later this month for more holiday crafts with Cricut! The Ashley Nicole Blog

XO,

Ashley

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These simple changes make a big difference in my sleep. I feel much more rested in the morning, making for a good day! Shared the link in my bio #bedding #bedroomrefresh #organicbedding
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Make sure you stop by Short Pump Town Center to relax and spin or have a fun photo shoot with your family and friends! #LosTrompos2026 #ShortPumpTownCenter_Partner
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So everyone’s talking about a 90s summer with their kids and I’m loving it! I grew up in that era when summers were simple. My kids will be enjoying days outside at the pool, running through sprinkles, and eating popsicles. No schedule, just fun summer days. 

This outfit reminds me of the 90s with the bright blue colors💙How will you be spending your summer break? #summerootd #athleisurestyle
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So after having kids I’ve always preferred non toxic cleaning products. Im trying out @branchbasics I used the all purpose cleaner, glass cleaner, and bathroom cleaner. So here’s my thoughts. I love that these products simplify my cleaning routine…it’s one concentrate that has multiple uses throughout my home. Also, it’s non toxic and the products work really well! 

I’ve linked my favorite non toxic cleaning products on my LTK #nontoxichome #nontoxiccleaning #branchbasics #cleaningroutine
Homeschool summer learning ☀️📚 We keep the learni Homeschool summer learning ☀️📚

We keep the learning going throughout the summer in a fun way. I’ve gathered some of my favorite homeschool resources for reading, writing, and math. So if you’re a homeschool family or if you just want your kids to keep up with their learning throughout the summer, check these out! 

•reading.com (a phonics program for your child to learn to read. free trial available)
•The Good and the Beautiful math curriculums (free printable curriculums available)
•Starfall.com (reading, phonics and math games for kindergarten-5th grade)
•KUMON worksheets (simple way to help boost math skills)
•The Good and the Beautiful reading booster books (great books to help build your child’s reading confidence)
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here’s my little secret to getting things done around the house with a newborn. I love the Wildbird baby carrier! It’s easy to put on and comfy for both of us. My baby boy always falls asleep and I’m able to have productive days. Homeschooling and checking off my daily household tasks is so much easier with this baby carrier. Also my baby boy is 12 pounds so I’m basically wearing a weighted vest and getting my daily workout in! 

I’ve linked this baby carrier on my LTK 🤎 #newborn #babywearingmom #wildbird #babycarrier #babywrap
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📚Barnes & Noble: get a free book when you read 8 books & complete a reading log.

📚The Good and the Beautiful: free summer reading packets that includes a book, sticker sheet, bookmark, and reading log. 

Follow along for more homeschool resources! #homeschoolactivities #homeschoolmom #homeschoolfun

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