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    Easy Apple Crisp

    August 22, 2016 By Vicky 11 Comments

    This Easy Apple Crisp is the my favorite cozy dessert, and you will love how you can have it on your table in no time at! If you like easy apple recipes then you will love how the juicy apples are coated in cinnamon and topped with a buttery, crumb topping. Apple crisp is a […]

    Peanut Butter Recipes to Make with Kids

    August 19, 2016 By Vicky 1 Comment

    Since my kids love making kids recipes, I have collected 20 Peanut Butter Recipes to Make with Kids that are easy and full of peanut butter deliciousness. Do your kids love peanut butter as much as mine do? If a peanut allergy isn't an issue, then your kids probably subsist on peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. […]

    Fall Crafts for Kids - Fingerprint Trees

    August 15, 2016 By Vicky 1 Comment

    With Fall on the horizon, we have been doing some fun Fall Crafts for Kids. My kids are have been enjoying Fall Tree Window Painting and creating Fall Leaves with Black Glue. Today we will share how to use your fingers to create these Fingerprint Trees. Fingerprint Trees  - Fall Crafts for Kids Supplies you will need: Before we start, […]

    Lunch Box Jokes for Kids

    August 5, 2016 By Vicky 20 Comments

    Do you love free printables and worksheets? Then you will enjoy these Lunch Box Jokes For Kids. What better way to remind your child that you are thinking of them while they are at school? Figuring out what to say on notes and putting them together can be time-consuming. I collected some of our favorite […]

    Chicken Taco Cups - Party Appetizer

    July 29, 2016 By Vicky 18 Comments

    Are you looking for some party appetizer ideas that will please a hungry crowd? You will love these Chicken Taco Cups, which can be made ahead of time in a slow cooker and put together by the guests at your party. This post has been sponsored by Bounty, but all opinions are my own. You'll […]

    10 Back To School Teacher Gifts Teachers Really Need

    July 25, 2016 By Vicky 1 Comment

    Back to school teacher gifts

    People often ask me for parenting tips for back to school time. I am excited to share 10 Back to School Teacher Gifts Teachers Really Need to help get the school year off to a great start! I was a teacher for eight years, and during that time, I spent thousands buying supplies. You might […]

    Outdoor Math Game

    July 6, 2016 By Vicky 18 Comments

    During the summer the last thing my kids want to do is practice math. They want to be outdoors enjoying summer activities for kids. With that in mind, I created this outdoor math game, which disguises learning with some fun physical activity and good old friendly competition. This math game requires just a few basic supplies and is […]

    10 Ice Play Activities

    July 5, 2016 By Vicky Leave a Comment

    We are always looking for ways to stay cool during the hot summer months. One of our favorite summer activities for kids is ice play.  Kids love playing with ice and these activities are simple to set up. These 10 Ice Play Activities are great for a hot day. Some are experiments where kids can […]

    Zucchini Tots

    July 1, 2016 By Vicky 23 Comments

    Have you ever tried Zucchini Tots before? If you haven't, you are in for a treat. If you have ever had a tater tot before, the concept is similar except in place of grated potatoes, you have shredded zucchini. I find they are great for veggie averse kids since they are cute and fun to […]

    DIY Cat Toys

    June 27, 2016 By Vicky 25 Comments

    At times I feel sorry for my cat. It almost seems as if she is loved too much. There are five people in our family and one cat. You do the math. That is a lot of hands petting, scratching and picking her up. My kids are certainly the biggest cat lovers of the bunch. They […]

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    I’m Vicky, the founder of Mess For Less, sharing easy, family-friendly recipes. With over a decade of experience as a home chef and recipe developer, I create meals that bring people together and kid-friendly learning activities inspired by my background as a former teacher with a Master’s degree in education.
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