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Friday, March 31, 2017

Ultimate Shopkins Easter Basket

Friday, March 31, 2017

Ultimate Shopkins Easter Basket

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Surprise a Shopkins fan with the Ultimate Shopkins Easter Basket overflowing with their tiny favorites!

Shopkins have been slowly taking over our house over the past year. Whenever my daughter earns some screen time, she immediately puts on her headphones to watch unboxing videos done by her fellow Shopkin fanatics. She's even done a few unboxing videos of her own! Because of this passion for tiny supermarket figures, I decided to put together the Ultimate Shopkins Easter Basket!

Surprise a Shopkins fan with the Ultimate Shopkins Easter Basket overflowing with their tiny favorites!

The fun part about creating a Shopkins-themed Easter basket is that you can choose to spend as much or as little money as you want. Just keep your eyes open for sales, and Shopkins accessories in unexpected places. From tiny stickers to t-shirts, there's a lot of fun items that you can add for just a few of dollars!

Surprise a Shopkins fan with the Ultimate Shopkins Easter Basket overflowing with their tiny favorites!

As I was perusing the Target Dollar Spot/Bullseye's Playground (my favorite), I came across a whole lot of Shopkins paraphernalia. Jackpot! The giant pencil is a favorite amongst her classmates, and the Shopkins character erasers will go great with it. I also found a cute Shopkins stationery set with pen, notebook and little notepads. All four of these items were $1 each!!

Surprise a Shopkins fan with the Ultimate Shopkins Easter Basket overflowing with their tiny favorites!

The 6 pack of pencils will be perfect for homework, and the pencil pouch is perfect to hold the all the stationery accessories and of course the kajillion Shopkins Collector's Lists! The pencil pack was $1, and the pouch (with a few accessories included) was $3.

Surprise a Shopkins fan with the Ultimate Shopkins Easter Basket overflowing with their tiny favorites!

The four-pack of Shopkins gel pens will be fun for writing in her notebooks, as well as using the Shopkins Stamp Set. Sticker books are always a win, especially if puffy stickers are included!! All three of these items were $1.

Surprise a Shopkins fan with the Ultimate Shopkins Easter Basket overflowing with their tiny favorites!

Umbrellas are always a great Easter basket filler idea, and this Shopkins umbrella was too cute to pass up. I also found some $1 Shopkins bandages, and a mystery plush hanger/keychain, and a set of 3 magnets. Totally random, but they will be such a fun addition to the basket! Because this is an Easter basket, I also grabbed a couple of Shopkins Easter Eggs (2 Shopkins in each).

Surprise a Shopkins fan with the Ultimate Shopkins Easter Basket overflowing with their tiny favorites!

Walmart is also a great place to find inexpensive Shopkins items! The Shopkins watch was a lucky clearance find, and the stuffed Shopkins Poppy Corn just had to come home with me. In the Easter aisles, I found some lenticular/holographic eggs with Strawberry Kiss on the front.

I always enjoyed getting new spring clothes for Easter. You can also find a pretty large selection of Shopkins tees in the girls clothing to pick from. Another lucky find was this blue Shopkins basket that was on clearance for $3. It is the PERFECT-sized basket to hold all of this amazing loot and can also be used for play after Easter is over!

Surprise a Shopkins fan with the Ultimate Shopkins Easter Basket overflowing with their tiny favorites!

The Strawberry Kiss lenticular/holographic eggs are great for holding Shopkins, erasers, or any other tiny objects you want to add to the basket.

Surprise a Shopkins fan with the Ultimate Shopkins Easter Basket overflowing with their tiny favorites!

One of the larger purchases was one of the Shopkins Shoppies dolls. They are all so adorable and cost about $10-14. They include 2 Shopkins, and other accessories. Not sure which one to pick? You really can't go wrong with any of them, but I decided to take my daughter to the store to look at the Shoppies one day and nonchalantly asked which ones were her favorites. The next day, I went back to pick one up for the basket!

Surprise a Shopkins fan with the Ultimate Shopkins Easter Basket overflowing with their tiny favorites!

Last, but not least, I also grabbed a 12 pack of Shopkins. You can find these packs for a great deal to get more figures for your money. Place the unopened package in the basket, or open it up and put the Shopkins into Easter eggs for a little more excitement.

Surprise a Shopkins fan with the Ultimate Shopkins Easter Basket overflowing with their tiny favorites!

I lined the bottom with some tissue paper and Easter grass, then carefully arranged all the Shopkins items into the Shopkins shopping basket. By the way, this doesn't just have to be an Easter gift idea. You can also arrange the gift basket for birthdays, Christmas, or just for fun!!

Do you have a Shopkins fan in your life? Which Shopkin is their favorite?

Tuesday, March 28, 2017

How to Upload Your Own Images in Cricut Design Space

Tuesday, March 28, 2017

How to Upload Your Own Images in Cricut Design Space

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My daughter loves helping me come up with her own style of shirts to wear. Being a graphic designer, I can draw up anything she has her mind set on and create the shirt of her dreams with the Cricut. When it comes to mermaids, unicorns, or anything sparkly, it's sure to be a hit with this girl! She's got the "messy hair, don't care" attitude already, so we went the more mystical route with "Mermaid Hair, Don't Care" on a t-shirt and glittery vinyl.

How to Upload Your Own Images in Cricut Design Space for custom shirts and more! #Cricut

Friday, March 24, 2017

DIY Glittered Easter Egg Wreath

Friday, March 24, 2017

DIY Glittered Easter Egg Wreath

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Decorate your home for Easter with this easy-to-make DIY Glittered Easter Egg Wreath!

DIY Glittered Easter Egg Wreath

After doing a little Easter shopping for our upcoming family Easter egg hunt, I came across these glittery beauties and couldn't resist adding them to the cart. Instead of filling them with sweet treats and surprises though, I decided they needed to adorn my walls every spring instead in the form of a wreath!!

DIY Glittered Easter Egg Wreath

You only need 3 supplies:
4 dozen Multi-Colored Glittered Easter Eggs (I found mine at Walmart)
Glue Gun & Glue Sticks

DIY Glittered Easter Egg Wreath

Step 1: Hold the egg carefully in your hand and add a large drop of glue on the center of the egg.

DIY Glittered Easter Egg Wreath

Step 2: Carefully place the egg on the wreath form and hold in place for a few minutes until the glue has set.

DIY Glittered Easter Egg Wreath

Step 3: Place the rest of the eggs close to each other until the wreath is covered. You won't need to cover the back of the wreath since it won't be seen.

DIY Glittered Easter Egg Wreath

Step 4: Once the wreath is covered with sparkling eggs, you're done! You can add embellishments like ribbon or Easter grass, but I decided to keep mine with just the eggs. Glue a small piece of ribbon shaped like a "U" on the back to work as a wreath hanger.

DIY Glittered Easter Egg Wreath

This wreath is so easy to make and doesn't take too long at all. It's a great crafternoon or girl's night project, but prepare to be covered in glitter when you're done! Obviously, the larger the wreath, the more eggs you will need. I also recommend putting on your favorite movie or binge-watching some Netflix while you make your wreath since the gluing can get a little monotonous after a while. Just watch your fingers so you don't burn yourself!!

Hang the wreath on your door or walls, or stand it up on a shelf with your favorite Easter knick knacks and decor. I am absolutely loving this wreath and hope you do, too!

Tuesday, March 21, 2017

Free Printable Minion Bookmarks

Tuesday, March 21, 2017

Free Printable Minion Bookmarks

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Get ready for Despicable Me 3 this summer with some Free Printable Minion Bookmarks!

Get ready for Despicable Me 3 this summer with some Free Printable Minion Bookmarks! #DespicableMe3 #Minions

If there's one thing that get get me laughing, it's Minions. The Despicable Me movies and Minions are some of my favorites. That's why I decided to create some Minions Bookmarks that are free for you to print out and use!!

Sunday, March 19, 2017

DIY Mother's Day Bottle Cap Keychain

Sunday, March 19, 2017

DIY Mother's Day Bottle Cap Keychain

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Mother's Day Bottle Cap Keychains are a creative craft for kids to make an awesome, custom keychain that moms, aunts, and grandmothers are sure to love!

Mother's Day Bottle Cap Keychains are a creative craft for kids to make an awesome, custom keychain moms, aunts, and grandmothers are sure to love!

As a mom, I think some of the best gifts you can receive are ones that kids make especially for you. With a little help, my daughter made me this sweet bottle cap keychain that I can take everywhere with me. These keychains are so simple and quick to make, and kids of all ages will have a ton of fun creating something special with their artwork.

Mother's Day Bottle Cap Keychains are a creative craft for kids to make an awesome, custom keychain moms, aunts, and grandmothers are sure to love!

Supplies Needed:
Flat Bottle Cap
Epoxy Sticker
Key Chain Ring
1 inch (2.54 cm) Circle Craft Punch
Strong, Clear Glue (super glue, E6000, Beacon Mixed Media)
Ultra Fine Marker Pens
Cardstock

Mother's Day Bottle Cap Keychains are a creative craft for kids to make an awesome, custom keychain moms, aunts, and grandmothers are sure to love!

Punch some 1 inch circles out of white cardstock using the circle craft punch. Cut more than you'll need. Once kids get started making different designs, they want to keep making more, or sometimes they make mistakes and just want to start over.

Mother's Day Bottle Cap Keychains are a creative craft for kids to make an awesome, custom keychain moms, aunts, and grandmothers are sure to love!

Now, for the fun part! Grab some ultra fine marker pens in a variety of colors. It doesn't matter what brand you use. You can see that we used a few different kinds! Encourage kids to draw things they think the recipient will love. Things like hearts, self-portraits, words or phrases are a great place to start!

Mother's Day Bottle Cap Keychains are a creative craft for kids to make an awesome, custom keychain moms, aunts, and grandmothers are sure to love!

After kids are done drawing, lay out all the designs they created and choose the one to make into a keychain. This is probably the hardest part of the entire process!! So many cute ones to choose from!

Mother's Day Bottle Cap Keychains are a creative craft for kids to make an awesome, custom keychain moms, aunts, and grandmothers are sure to love!

Once they have chosen an image, it's time to put the bottle cap keychain together. You'll need the drawing, bottle cap, epoxy sticker, a keychain ring, and some strong glue.

Mother's Day Bottle Cap Keychains are a creative craft for kids to make an awesome, custom keychain moms, aunts, and grandmothers are sure to love!

Carefully place the epoxy sticker over the drawing. Be careful not to touch the back of the sticker before you stick it to the paper, otherwise you'll get fingerprints that show through on the image. Use a vinyl scraper tool or credit card and rub the back of the paper to get any air bubbles out.

Mother's Day Bottle Cap Keychains are a creative craft for kids to make an awesome, custom keychain moms, aunts, and grandmothers are sure to love!

Add a drop of glue on the bottle cap and then place the epoxied image into the bottle cap. Gently press it down and let dry for a few hours (check glue packaging for drying time).

Mother's Day Bottle Cap Keychains are a creative craft for kids to make an awesome, custom keychain moms, aunts, and grandmothers are sure to love!

Once the glue has dried, the keychain is ready to use! I absolutely love my keychain and think it's such a fun and creative gift idea from kids for any occasion, especially Mother's Day!
for more quick Mother's Day craft ideas!


Friday, March 17, 2017

Ice Cream Sundae Birthday Gift Idea with Printable Birthday Card

Friday, March 17, 2017

Ice Cream Sundae Birthday Gift Idea with Printable Birthday Card

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This Ice Cream Sundae Birthday Gift Idea and Printable Birthday Card is sponsored by As You Wish Pottery. All opinions are mine alone.

Ice Cream Sundae Birthday Gift Idea with Free Printable Birthday Card #AsYouWishPottery #whatcolorisyourfun

I think birthdays are one of the most important holidays of the year. I enjoy making custom gifts for friends and family, and this Ice Cream Sundae Birthday Gift Box is a sweet way to celebrate them on their special day! It's the perfect gift for those who don't often take the time treat themselves, or a way to virtually share a dessert when you can't be together.

Ice Cream Sundae Birthday Gift Idea with Free Printable Birthday Card #AsYouWishPottery #whatcolorisyourfun

My daughter and I took our first trip to As You Wish this last week and had a blast! After scouring all the products in the studio, this adorable ice cream cone bowl caught my eye and knew it would make the perfect addition to the gift box. Even if you feel that you aren't "artsy", painting this bowl is easy and most importantly, FUN! The As You Wish staff are also there to help you if you need inspiration or painting tips. Plus, the paints, brushes, and anything else you need are provided so you don't need to bring anything but your creativity.

I mixed a couple of colors to paint the cone, then chose a chocolatey brown to make it appear that chocolate was dripping over the side of the bowl. Puffy paints were used to add some raised, three-dimensional sprinkles to the inside!

Ice Cream Sundae Birthday Gift Idea with Free Printable Birthday Card #AsYouWishPottery #whatcolorisyourfun

Once the paints were dry, I left the bowl with the As You Wish staff to do the dirty work of glazing and firing the project in a kiln.

Ice Cream Sundae Birthday Gift Idea with Free Printable Birthday Card #AsYouWishPottery #whatcolorisyourfun

After a couple of days, my bowl was ready to be picked up in the studio. It turned out even better than I imagined. Dishes like this one are dishwasher safe and can be filled with ice cream for years to come. Since it is hand-painted, it really makes the gift more unique and memorable.

Ice Cream Sundae Birthday Gift Idea with Free Printable Birthday Card #AsYouWishPottery #whatcolorisyourfun

Now that the main part of the gift is done, you need a few more supplies to complete the gift box. Choose ice cream toppings your gift recipient enjoys. I purchased caramel and hot fudge toppings, and used smaller jars to hold crushed Oreos, peanuts, and of course sprinkles! A sundae isn't a sundae without a cherry on top, so don't forget to add those! You can also add in a cute spoon or ice cream scoop.

Ice Cream Sundae Birthday Gift Idea with Free Printable Birthday Card #AsYouWishPottery #whatcolorisyourfun

I lined a large box (about the size of a shoe box) with multi-colored tissue paper and arranged all the items to fit. If you are shipping the box, make sure to add some wrap around each product so the glass jars and bowl won't break!!

Ice Cream Sundae Birthday Gift Idea with Free Printable Birthday Card #AsYouWishPottery #whatcolorisyourfun

To complete the gift box, print out the Free Printable Birthday Card on cardstock and place it inside or on top of the box along with a cute and colorful bow!

Ice Cream Sundae Birthday Gift Idea with Free Printable Birthday Card #AsYouWishPottery #whatcolorisyourfun

If you don't want to make a gift box, this card can also be paired with the ice cream bowl and a gift card to an ice cream parlor!


Some things you should know before downloading:
*Artsy-Fartsy Mama printables are for PERSONAL USE ONLY.
*You may NOT modify, re-sell, redistribute, or claim the design as your own.
*Please do not remove the credits/watermarks.
*If you'd like to share this project, credit must be given to Artsy-Fartsy Mama & linked back to this post.

Visit As You Wish Pottery for inspiration, sign up for events like Summer Classes, parties, and more! You can also follow As You Wish on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube!

Monday, March 13, 2017

Disney Moana Starlight Canoe and Friends

Monday, March 13, 2017

Disney Moana Starlight Canoe and Friends

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Thanks to Hasbro for the toys shared in this post. All opinions are my own. #PlayLikeHasbro

Reenact your favorite scenes from Disney's Moana with this Disney Moana Starlight Canoe and Friends play set!

Disney Moana Starlight Canoe and Friends set from Hasbro #PlayLikeHasbro

Have you gotten to see Disney's Moana yet? In case you haven't noticed, we are completely infatuated with this movie. It's such a sweet story and the characters are some of my top favorites. This Disney Moana Starlight Canoe and Friends set from Hasbro is one that kids will love and has a ton of features that will make playtime an ocean of fun!

Friday, March 10, 2017

3-Ingredient Disney Moana Ocean Slime

Friday, March 10, 2017

3-Ingredient Disney Moana Ocean Slime

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Feel the call of the ocean with this 3-Ingredient Disney Moana-Inspired Ocean Slime!

Easy 3-Ingredient Disney Moana-Inspired Ocean Slime

We finally got to see Disney's Moana, and we are obsessed!! It's such a wonderful movie and the characters are so lovable. If you've seen the movie, you'll notice that the ocean has a personality all its own. This 3-Ingredient Moana Ocean Slime is easy enough for everyone to mix up, and it is sure to keep those kids entertained for hours recreating scenes from Moana and making up new adventures. For you homeschoolers, this also makes for a great science project!!
Monday, March 6, 2017

Free Printable Space Bookmarks

Monday, March 6, 2017

Free Printable Space Bookmarks

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Thanks to JIMMY Patterson Books for the opportunity to share this great book. Although this post is sponsored, all opinions are my own.

Sci-Fi Junior High Book Review and Free Printable Outer Space Bookmarks #SciFiJuniorHigh

My daughter is an avid reader. She is often found staying up WAY past her bedtime hiding under the covers with a flashlight so she can read "just one more page". When she heard about the opportunity to help me review the latest JIMMY Patterson book, she couldn't wait for it to arrive. Jacky Ha-Ha, the Treasure Hunters series, and Word of Mouse are some of our favorite JIMMY Patterson books to read together, so we knew right away that Sci-Fi Junior High was sure to be out of this world.
Friday, March 3, 2017

Easy Meatball Stuffed Shells

Friday, March 3, 2017

Easy Meatball Stuffed Shells

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This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MeatballPerfection #CollectiveBias

Easy Meatball Stuffed Shells is a simple and quick dinner recipe that combines meatballs, pasta and cheese in the most beautiful way!

Easy Meatball Stuffed Shells are a simple and inexpensive dinner #MeatballPerfection

March 9th is National Meatball Day. What better way to celebrate than by making this delicious and Easy Meatball Stuffed Shells recipe using Cooked Perfect Meatballs? This recipe is simple to make for lunch or weeknight dinners, inexpensive, and can even be frozen to be cooked up later.

Easy Meatball Stuffed Shells are a simple and inexpensive dinner #MeatballPerfection

Cooked Perfect Meatballs are the perfect addition to a variety of weeknight dinners without spending extra time in the kitchen. The Italian Style meatballs are great in this recipe because they are crafted with the best ingredients and flame-broiled to perfection for a flavorful taste every time.

Easy Meatball Stuffed Shells are a simple and inexpensive dinner #MeatballPerfection

While the pasta shells are boiling, mix together ricotta cheese (or substitute with cottage cheese), shredded parmesan cheese, and shredded mozzarella cheese. If you don't like ricotta or cottage cheese, you can omit this step from the recipe. I just love the cheesy creaminess it adds to the recipe.

Easy Meatball Stuffed Shells are a simple and inexpensive dinner #MeatballPerfection

Spread a layer of spaghetti sauce on the bottom of the baking dish so that the shells don't stick. Rinse the pasta shells in cold water and drain well. Open up the shell and add a spoonful of the cheese mixture in the center.

Since the meatballs are already cooked, all you have to do is heat them up! Press a frozen meatball down into the cheese to surround it in cheesy goodness! Place the meatball stuffed shell into the baking dish and keep filling shells until the pan is full.

Easy Meatball Stuffed Shells are a simple and inexpensive dinner #MeatballPerfection

Cover the shells with more spaghetti sauce and top with remaining shredded parmesan and mozzarella cheese. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbling and golden.

Easy Meatball Stuffed Shells are a simple and inexpensive dinner #MeatballPerfection

Easy Meatball Stuffed Shells

Ingredients:
12 frozen, Italian Style Cooked Perfect Meatballs
12 jumbo pasta shells
8 oz ricotta (can also use cottage cheese)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 (14 oz) jar spaghetti sauce (or use your favorite recipe)

Directions:
  1. Preheat oven to 350º.
  2. Pour 1/4-1/2 cup spaghetti sauce into the bottom of the baking dish. Set aside.
  3. Cook jumbo pasta shells according to package. Drain with cold water and let cool.
  4. *Combine ricotta, 1/8 cup parmesan cheese, and 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese. 
  5. Stuff pasta shells with cheese mixture and one meatball per shell. Place shells in prepared baking dish. Top with spaghetti sauce and remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheese. 
  6. *If desired, you can freeze the baking dish to cook later at this point.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until cheese is bubbly.
*If you don't like ricotta or cottage cheese, you can omit this ingredient entirely. Just place a meatball in the pasta shell and top with sauce and cheese.

**To freeze: follow the recipe and place the unbaked shells in a disposable aluminum baking pan. Perfect for reheating for lunches and dinners, or if you need to take a meal to someone else!

Easy Meatball Stuffed Shells #MeatballPerfection

The Italian Style Cooked Perfect Meatballs are located in the freezer aisle, as well as other varieties including Homestyle, Angus Beef, Turkey, Chicken, Sweet Italian, and Swedish.

Easy Meatball Stuffed Shells are a simple and inexpensive dinner #MeatballPerfection

This is an appetizing lunch or dinner meal that everyone in my family loves. The leftovers reheat well in the microwave, and freezes beautifully for you to heat up later for a quick weeknight dinner!

Visit Cooked Perfect Meatballs to purchase at a location near you, and visit Cooked Perfect Meatballs on Facebook for more recipe inspiration!

What will you make with Cooked Perfect Meatballs?

Thursday, March 2, 2017

Free Printable Disney Moana Bingo

Thursday, March 2, 2017

Free Printable Disney Moana Bingo

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We just got the chance to see Disney's Moana, and we absolutely loved it! The music, the story - everything about this movie is perfection!! We can't wait to own it on DVD (March 7th!) and already have the soundtrack playing non-stop. For those who also love Disney's Moana, I've created a Free Printable Disney Moana Bingo for you to play and celebrate this fantastic movie!

Free Printable Disney Moana Bingo is great for parties!

Moana Bingo includes all of your favorite characters, including Moana (of course), Maui, Pua, HeiHei, as well as a few new ones you might not recognize yet if you haven't seen the movie! The bingo set includes ten bingo cards, so it's easy to print and use for parties. It's fun for every age to play, and the calling cards include the names of the characters in case you don't know who they are.

(Set includes 10 bingo cards and calling cards in a single PDF file)

Free Printable Disney Moana Bingo is great for parties!

The blank set works a little differently. You get one bingo card with empty spaces (except for the "free" spot). Then print and cut out the bingo pieces so you can assemble the bingo cards yourself! Just glue the pieces in place and you're ready to play!

This is a great option for little hands that want to be creative, or if you have a larger group of people and don't want multiple cards that are the same. The blank bingo set includes all the same characters as the full set, but you can create your own bingo card setup.

(Set includes one blank bingo card, bingo pieces, and calling cards in a single PDF file)

Game Instructions
1. Pick some kind of object to mark your squares (candy, glass gems, buttons, etc)
2. Give each player a bingo card and markers (or put your own card together with the blank set).
3. Have each player put a marker over the free space.
4. Have one person choose a calling card and say it out loud. Each player will cover that item on their card with a marker.
5. Once a player has 5 squares covered in a row (horizontally, vertically, or diagonally), call out "BINGO!" and win the game!

Some things you should know before downloading:
*Artsy-Fartsy Mama printables are for PERSONAL USE ONLY.
*You may NOT modify, re-sell, redistribute, or claim the design as your own.
*Please do not remove the credits/watermarks.
*If you'd like to share this printable, credit must be given to Artsy-Fartsy Mama & linked back to this post.

To lengthen the life of the prints, I would recommend printing the bingo cards and calling cards on cardstock. All sets are 8.5x11 inches and combined in a single PDF format.


Who is your favorite Moana character?