Whisk & Wonder: September’s Featured Ideas

Jennifer Preston
Nov 4
3 min read

Looking for a little extra magic in your week? ✨ This month we are featuring Mary Charles, an amazing local teacher and one of our wonderful sitters, who is sharing a simple recipe and craft that are as easy as they are fun. Get ready for creativity, giggles, and a tasty treat or two!

🐷 Barnyard Bagels shared by Mary Charles

Start the day with a smile! These adorable Strawberry Piggy Bagels are perfect for breakfast or a barnyard-themed party and even the kids can help make them!

What you need:

1 bagel (toasted if you like)
Strawberry cream cheese
Fresh strawberries
4 regular chocolate chips
4 mini chocolate chips

How to make them:

Spread strawberry cream cheese on your bagel.
Slice strawberries for ears and place two at the top.
Add a round strawberry slice in the center for the nose.
Use two regular chocolate chips for eyes.
Add two mini chips on the strawberry nose for nostrils.

So cute, so easy, and so delicious! 🐽

Idea submitted by Mary Charles ~ learn more about this amazing caregiver at https://www.30aandcoastalbabysitters.com/team/mary-charles-

Directions/Photos from Party Pinching

https://partypinching.com/barnyard-bagels/

☀️ Sun Suncatcher Craft shared by Mary Charles

Bring some sunshine inside with this easy, cheerful craft! Kids will love collecting bright yellow and orange flowers to create their own sun suncatchers for the window. Perfect for celebrating summer and it’s simple enough for all ages!

What you need:

Sun template (printable)
Flower petals (yellow, orange, or whatever you find!)
Yellow construction paper (or paint your own)
Clear contact paper
Scissors

How to make it:

Print and cut out the sun template. Trace it onto yellow paper or cardboard.
Cut out the sun shape and inner circle.
Add a circle of clear contact paper to the back of the sun so the sticky side shows through the middle.
Gather flowers - marigolds, daisies, dandelions, or any yellow blooms you like.
Press flower petals onto the sticky side of the contact paper. Kids can make patterns or place them randomly for a fun surprise look.
Hang in a sunny window and enjoy your bright, beautiful suncatcher!

This quick craft is low mess, creative, and brings a pop of color to your home for weeks.

Idea submitted by Mary Charles ~ learn more about this amazing caregiver at https://www.30aandcoastalbabysitters.com/team/mary-charles-

Directions/Photos from Fox Farm Home

https://foxfarmhome.com/sun-suncatcher-craft-for-kids/

🐦 Bird Feeder Craft

Looking for a fun, simple craft to do with the kids? These DIY Bird Feeders are easy to make, safe for birds, and perfect for bird watching after you hang them up!

What You Need:

2–3 cups wild bird seed
2 packets clear, unflavored gelatin
½ cup cold water + ½ cup hot water
Cookie cutters (or muffin tin)
Parchment paper
Cooking spray
Straws
Ribbon or twine

How to Make It:

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place cookie cutters on top. Spray each one with cooking spray.
In one bowl, mix gelatin into cold water. Add hot water and whisk until dissolved.
Stir the gelatin mixture into bird seed until it’s fully coated. Refrigerate 5 minutes.
Spoon the mixture into cookie cutters, pressing firmly. Insert a straw near the top to make a hole for hanging.
Refrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight.
Remove cookie cutters and straws, then thread ribbon through the holes.
Let dry 24 hours before hanging outside.