Author: Karyn Locke

Disney World Park Hopping in 2021: What You Need to Know

Karyn Locke
park hopping returning in 2021

Such sweet, sweet news: Walt Disney World park hopping in 2021 is returning! And, while those of us that have already been in the parks this year are happy they’re opened, there was something big missing with the ability to visit another theme park each day. Here’s what you need to know about park hopping at Disney World and how it will work.  Park Hopping 2021 In a Nutshell Beginning January 1, 2021, park hopping will return to Walt Disney World. Sure, it’s exciting for those of us that like…

Christmas at Disney World Virtual Tour 2020

Karyn Locke
Cinderella Castle Christmas Light-up

Whether you want to relive your visit to Walt Disney World at Christmastime or have never been, watching POV videos is the way to go. And, hunting down every location’s Christmas decorations videos can be tedious, so I did all of the work for you. From the theme parks to Disney Resorts, here’s my Christmas at Disney World virtual tour 2020 with YouTube video links for every spot! Hands down, autumn and winter holidays are my favorite time to visit Walt Disney World. This year, instead of road tripping to…

The Best Mandalorian Gifts on Amazon for Star Wars Fans

Karyn Locke
star wars gifts for Mandalorian lovers

To add to “The Mandalorian” craziness, plenty of companies have released this year’s hottest toys in honor of the Disney+ series. Sure, there are plenty of The Child (aka, Baby Yoda) goodies for this holiday season, but there are some cool products revolving around the entire show as well. Here are my best picks for The Mandalorian gifts on Amazon for 2020.    Disclosure: This post contains Amazon affiliate links. If you click on a link for one of these Mandalorian gifts on Amazon and make a purchase, I’ll make…

Easy Halloween Smoke Bomb Photo Tips

Karyn Locke
purple smoke bomb pumpkin

If you’re anything like I am, each Halloween you’re seeing more and more pumpkin smoke bomb photos online and social media. So, this year I wanted to create my own Halloween photo shoot and, I think, it turned out beautifully. What’s my secret? It’s a combination of secrets, actually. Here are easy Halloween smoke bomb photo tips so you can have the spooky images of your dreams, too.    Order Colored Smoke Bombs Early. I Mean Early!   I started thinking about a Halloween smoke bomb photo shoot this August.…

How to Make a Disney Ear Holder: Easy DIY

Karyn Locke

If you’re like I am, once you start collecting Minnie ear headbands one is definitely not enough. And, once your collection of Disney ears gets going, you need something adorable to showcase them on. So, out of necessity (and a love of crafting!), I’ve created an easy DIY. Here’s how to make a Disney ear holder with a thorough step-by-step tutorial.  Minnie ear headbands are one of my favorite accessories when I’m in the Walt Disney Word parks. And, whether I’m making my own Minnie wire ear headbands or buying…

How to Avoid Lines at Disney World in 2020 and 2021: New Rules for Avoiding the Crowds

Karyn Locke
How to avoid lines at Disney World - Magic Kingdom

With the numerous changes at Walt Disney World this past year, things have changed in the theme parks. What used to be the standard has changed, many times quite drastically. And when it comes to lines and crowds, there’s a new way to navigate the parks. So, how to avoid lines at Disney World and skip the crowds? Here’s how.  Since the Disney World theme parks opened mid-July 2020, the way I navigate lines and crowds in the parks has definitely changed. And truthfully, I’ve never been a fan of…

How to Make Disney Christmas Ornaments: Mickey Snowman Ornament DIY

Karyn Locke
mickey mouse ornament diy

Looking for a super easy Mickey Christmas ornament tutorial that uses only a handful of supplies? Here’s how to make Disney Christmas ornaments with a fun, Mickey snowman ornament spin!   In my house, every holiday has to have a Disney spin. In the past, I’ve created a Minnie Mouse Easter wreath tutorial, Mickey Halloween ornaments, and even a classic Mickey head Christmas ornament.  But this year, I wanted a fun spin on Mickey ornaments. I’ve been seeing Mickey Mouse as a snowman all over the internet and wanted to…

4 Fun & Historic Things to Do in Corydon with Kids

Karyn Locke
historic things to do in Corydon - capital building

Did you know Corydon was Indiana’s first capital? Yep, and it’s filled with some cool places to check out when you’re in the city. From beautiful architecture to old school soda fountains, here are 4 historic things to do in Corydon with kids.    Disclosure: I was hosted by the folks at This Is Indiana to give you the scoop on what to see when you’re in town. All opinions are my own! American history has always been fascinating to me. Happily, I passed on my love to my daughter.…

9 Fun Things to Do in French Lick with Kids

Karyn Locke
things to do in french lick IN giraffe encounter

Visiting French Lick, IN, and want the scoop on some fun spots to visit when you go? From scenic boat rides to animal encounters, here are my picks for fun things to do in French Lick with kids.  Disclosure: I was graciously hosted by the folks at Visit French Lick West Baden to give you the scoop on what to see and do when you visit. All opinions are my own! This summer, my teen daughter and I took a week-long road trip around Indiana. We stopped in Richmond, IN,…

How to Make a DIY Mini Witch Cauldron

Karyn Locke
diy mini witches cauldron

Decorating for Halloween and want a super easy, super adorable witch cauldron to hang on your wall or door? I’ve created this DIY mini witch cauldron that’s perfect for just about everywhere! Here’s how to make a witch’s cauldron including everything you’ll need to have on hand.    If you’ve popped onto the blog (hank you!), you probably know just how giddy I get for Halloween. And truthfully, we start decorating in August. This Halloween season (yep, it’s far more than a day for this gal!), I wanted a witches…