4 Ways to Make the Most out of Being Snowed In

The first snowfall of the New Year is here with no signs of slowing down! While being stuck at home isn’t the most preferred option for all, making the most out of the situation is the best and only option there is. Looking for ideas to kill the time and boredom? Sparkle Markets has got you covered with a list of ways to stay busy during this winter storm!

Declutter and Clean

A cluttered space has the potential to cause stress, impact productivity and generally make household tasks much more difficult. No matter how clean and organized your family has been, it’s very normal to accumulate a lot of stuff over time. So why not transform your house into what you’ve always wanted it to be, now that you have the time to do so? Cleaning your home regularly helps keep you organized and helps you avoid allergies or other breathing problems. This video from the YouTube channel, Clean My Space, gives helpful tips to guide you during your cleaning journey, and don’t forget to try out our recipe for Natural Homemade Cleaners!

Watch Streaming Services

Streaming services have completely transformed the media industry with just the click of a button – users are able to access thousands of movies and television shows for a cost as low as $9.99 per month. Being snowed in gives the PERFECT excuse to start a new series or start a movie marathon! HBO Max currently has the entire catalog of the Harry Potter films and Disney Plus has all the classic Disney movies that are a great watch with kids! During the movie, have your kids try out our recipe for Homemade Playdough or our coloring pages for a creative activity to keep busy!

Cook Comfort Food

Snow keeping your family in gives a great excuse to get in the kitchen and make long-lasting memories. If you didn’t have time to stop in to Sparkle before the storm, no worries! The cold weather calls for comfort food made with staple items found in any food pantry. Sticking with warm classics like Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup and Beef and Veggie Soup are great options to keep the family fed and nourished. Still hungry after dinner? Our recipe for Cookie Dough Oreo Brownies and Mini Chocolate Cheesecakes are yummy treats to pick at during your movie marathon!

Take it Outside

Nothing is better than good, old-fashioned fresh (cold!) air! Gear your family up with winter accessories and brace yourself for a full, fun day of outside play that you will remember for a lifetime. Grab a few sleds or make them with leftover cardboard and race yourself down the nearest hill, or build a snowman and use rocks for eyes and twigs for arms! Feeling tired after all of that? Relax and make snow angels while enjoying being outside during our snowy, winter season.

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