St. Paul Pioneer Press lifestyle columnist Donna Erickson has fun activities you can do at home any time of the day with your kids. The materials needed are from the recycling bin, your garden, pantry and frig. The ideas, recipes and strategies are for busy parents and also for grandparents. When kids come by, some of these things can be...
Donna Erickson joins us with ways to get those creative juices flowing with the kids all times of the day while spending time at home hunkered down. Check out Donna’s website, Donna’s Day on Facebook and on Instagram @donnaerickson_donnasday for more creative food and fun!
MORNING: MAKE FRENCH CREPES
Using basic ingredients from the...
Pioneer Press Lifestyle Columnist, Donna Erickson, stopped by to share some fun fall activities to try out with your family this weekend.
-DIY Sun Catchers
Grate crayons onto waxed paper. Iron with a quick sweep (do not keep on for too long). Circle with a plate as a pattern and move to frame made with black paper!
-Pita Pizza
Use pita...
Pioneer Press Lifestyle Columnist, Donna Erickson, shared some fun summer party ideas like using water balloons as ice for your cooler to a smoothie bar.
Donna’s Smoothie Recipe
Blend in a TCL blender for 10 seconds
For 16 ounces
4 ice cubes
1 cup liquid such as almond mild or cow’s milk
¼ frozen banana
1 cup fresh or frozen...
Pioneer Press Lifestyle Columnist, Donna Erickson stopped with tips to help you surprise the mom in your life with D-I-Y creative gift ideas.
There's plenty of excitement surrounding play-off season but along with watching the game... the fun also includes dressing the part to cheer on the home team. Pioneer Press Lifestyle Columnist, Donna Erickson shared some of her Vikings DIY craft ideas.
Halloween has come and gone but don't put away your pumpkins just yet. Pioneer Press Lifestyle Columnist, Donna Erickson shared how to make DIY centerpieces that are perfect for Thanksgiving Day.
Chances are you've taken part in countless fun activities over the summer! It's a time of year that always flies by. Donna Erickson stopped by with D-I-Y ideas that will keep your kids busy before the school year and help your family treasure the summer memories for years to come.
Here's a list of fun projects and activities for you can do with your kids or grandkids this summer, rain or shine with the help of Pioneer Press Lifestyle Columnist, Donna Erickson.