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  • Discover Enchantment: My Top 3 Favorites from Spirited Essence Works!

    Hey there, fellow magic enthusiasts and seekers of whimsy! Today, I want to share with you my top three favorite items from my Etsy shop, Spirited Essence Works. These treasures have a special place in my heart, and I can’t wait to introduce them to you. 1. Fairy Good Vibes Only Hoodie 🌿 Why I

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  • Unveiling the Magic: Spirited Essence Works Etsy Shop is Now Open!

    πŸͺ„βœ¨πŸͺ„ Dear fellow magic-seekers and adventure-lovers, I am absolutely thrilled to announce the grand opening of my Etsy shop, “Spirited Essence Works.” This journey has been a labor of love, ignited by the boundless imagination and creativity of my three wonderful children. A Touch of Magic in Every Creation At Spirited Essence Works, we believe

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  • Behind the Scenes: How Our Elves Create Enchanting Scenes and Dioramas

    Welcome to a world of magic and wonder, where mischievous elves bring enchantment to life through captivating scenes and whimsical dioramas. I invite you to peek behind the curtain and discover the secrets of our elves’ creative process. Join me as we delve into the art of scene creation, sharing insights from our upcoming book

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  • The Magic of Elves: A Sneak Peek into their Adventurous World

    Welcome to the enchanting world of Elf on a Shelf! I invite you to join me on an exciting journey where creativity, adventure, and a touch of magic abound. Get ready to delve into the concept and allure of Elf visits, as I unveil the secrets behind the captivating scenes, craft projects, baking recipes, science

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  • 7 Engaging Summer Activities for Kids

    Summer is the perfect time to bond with your children and create lasting memories. With school out and the warm weather inviting you outdoors, it’s a great opportunity to engage in fun activities that will keep your kids entertained and encourage their creativity. I will explore seven exciting things you can do with your kids

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  • Epiphany Activities

    Epiphany Activities

    Happy Epiphany! We each picked out our mantras for the year as our guiding lights to embrace. There were 25 to pick from and our 5 were Compassion, Imagination, Song, Peace, and Grace. If you want to do this with your family, here is the list of 25 to start with: Grace; Mercy; Love; Faithfulness;

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  • Salt Dough Ornaments

    Salt Dough Ornaments

    Make these fun salt dough ornaments with your kids this week. With just a few ingredients, these adorable ornaments can make an afternoon of fun! 4 cups flour1 cup table salt 1.5 cups water How-to: Mix the ingredients together in a large bowl using a wooden spoon. When it becomes too stiff to stir, use

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  • Christmas Stem Projects

    Christmas Stem Projects

    We have been having a lot of fun activities brought to us by our elves this year. Today, they suggested we try out the Tallest Elf & the Snowman Challenge. For the Tallest Elf, each child will build the tallest elf out of gumdrops and toothpicks. I gave each 24 gumdrops and 42 toothpicks. You

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  • Christmas Tree Decorating

    Christmas Tree Decorating

    Easiest Baking Project Ever! All you need are sugar cones, icing, green food dye, and candy! The rest is just watching them have a ball decorating. Try this out with your kids this Christmas Season!

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  • Dancing Popcorn & Hot Ice Experiments

    Th elves brought us more Christmas Science Experiments. Today’s projects were Dancing Popcorn and a Hot Ice Experiment. These fun projects kept my kids entertained for the evening. They learned about what happens when combining an acid and a base, exothermic reactions, and what supercooling is. Take a 1/4 cup of popcorn kernels in a

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