crafts

Judge me if you will, but I have finally given in to the pressure of Owen and Cora. I’ve held up for quite a while, though, and for that I’m proud. Every, single year when I bragged about creating fun, …

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Longtime fans of the ole homemade Valentine, I’ve had to get a little more clever and crafty as the kids get older. But I still want them writing, reading, and thinking (come on. . . at least a little!) while …

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Let’s face it: we’re all busy–even our kids. As they get older, they’re juggling homework, activities, sports, lessons, chores (ahem. . . ), and friends, so when our kids carve out the time to create a handmade gift, it really …

halloween bookmarks: make your own quick, glue-free party craft

    We’re all busy. And most of us really like to get a bit crafty but don’t have the time. This little crafty craft is for you. And it’s for me. Because it is so easy. It’s so quick. …

    One of my dear friends has just published her second book–it’s a book that is so filled with crafty awesome, it’s a must-have for all families. My pal Jean is the author of The Artful Parent blog, and …

    Let’s face it: classroom parties are difficult to throw. Scratch that.  Class parties easy to throw but difficult to throw well. And what I’ve found over time–and by being a classroom parent for five years–is that certain things work and certain …

        I love this simple and sweet spider web craft. Love it. And I think it’ll be perfect for a Halloween class party or playdate activity. No matter the children’s age, kids would totally dig it because …

The following Rockstar Sunday guest post is written by one of the coolest gals on the planet, Becky Morales.  Becky is a mom, teacher, and creator of Kid World Citizen, where she shares activities that ‘help young minds go global’. …

Any time we can use recyclables for learning or play, it’s a win in my book. So each year as New Year’s Eve approaches, we clean out our recycle bin and put some of those small containers to use for easy, …

      We’re longtime fans of the advent calendar and and longtime fans of coffee. When we stepped up our game last year and sprung for a Keurig, every day became a little more awesome, starting our day with …

Halloween is traditionally a time for sweets, sweets, and more sweets, but who says kids must eat candy from dawn till dusk just because that’s how it’s always been done? This year, though my kids will certainly have their fair …

    The following guest post is written by the incredibly busy Theresa of Capri + 3.  Theresa is a mom of four toddlers, and her family’s story is an amazing blessing. Her blog chronicles their adventures. —————————— I am …

    What happens when you put a bar of Ivory soap in the microwave? Really. Ivory soap. Plain ole sweet-smelling, plain-jane white bar o’ Ivory soap? In the microwave. Try it. Your kids will think you’re a rockstar, and …

Summer is almost in full swing, and for our family, there’s no better way to begin our summer fun than with a Summer Reading Kick-Off Party! Each year, we invite a few friends over and turn it into an easy …

While we were at the craft store this past weekend, picking up some supplies for Maddy’s after school club and for Cora’s Butterfly Birthday Playdate this weekend, we stumbled upon this AWEsome springtime craft. Beautiful, easy homemade flower barrettes. So …

That’s right. A stage. So your kids can totally rock it out during your spring break Staycation.  Or so your house becomes THE house for playdates.  Or so you and your husband can John and Olivia to some Summer Lovin’.  …