We just returned from one of our summer vacations and oh how much we will miss the good times together. To capture our memories, one of the things we do is a bedtime ritual called, “Review the Holiday,” where we recount the highlights of our vacation. A hands-on way to cement our happy memories is with […]
Hooray for vacation and stay at home days! Well, except for those days when the weather is too hot or too cold to get outside and run off all the extra energy from being cooped up. Even though we rotate toys - I hide stuffed animals in the attic and store birthday and holiday gifts in […]
Glitter, upcycling, and independent play: these are a few of my favorite things. When we received a box brimming with Glitter Glue, Painters Markers, School Glue and Glue Sticks from Elmer’s last weekend, I knew EXACTLY what we would do - get our craft on and create a homemade play town with items straight from […]
After our maiden voyage to Disneyland was such a magical success, we can’t wait to visit again. Short and sweet, here are our Top Ten Tips for Disneyland With Preschoolers. Don’t forget to check out our detailed post on Planning for Disneyland with Preschoolers, with tips on when to visit the park, what attractions not to […]
Disneyland is truly the happiest place on Earth. I hadn’t visited the park since 1987, so I was excited to take the kids (4 and 5 years old) on their maiden voyage, but I had no idea how absolutely magical the experience would be. Watching the children’s hearts nearly explode with joy was the best part […]
Keeping the kids occupied (meaning, not putting them in front of the TV and making sure they’re safe and not killing one another) while we prep dinner is sometimes challenging for us. A fun way to turn what can be a difficult time into an opportunity for learning is this simple Counting by Tens math […]
We’ve been in our new house for about half a year now, but after unpacking our boxes and getting our 1950’s Rancher fixed up, we haven’t really begun to make the house our home. Part of the reason is that we will be remodeling eventually, so making a big investment on statement pieces or committing […]
I’m thrilled to be participating in the Second Annual School’s Out! Top 10 Summer Learning Activities series and sharing our Top Ten Ways to Keep Kids Thinking over Summer Break with you. If you’re like me, you want your children to enjoy the beautiful summer weather, play in the dirt, swim in the pool and just […]
If you’re like us, you’re scrambling to make one hundred homemade Valentines for your children’s classroom Valentine’s Day Exchange and need something quick, cheap, and fun. Lucky for all you last-minute crafters, we’re sharing our simple Magic Heart Wands that will help your child spread some love this Valentine’s Day. All you need is: A […]
It’s been over 20 years in the making, but it’s finally happened. We just moved into our Forever House over Thanksgiving week. It couldn’t be more fitting that we moved that week because there is so much to be thankful for. We are right next door to the house I grew up in and the […]
DIY Memory Box Display
DIY Board Games for Kids
Easy Homemade Play Town
Top Ten Tips For Disneyland With Preschoolers
Planning for Disneyland with Preschoolers
Easy Kitchen Math: Counting By Tens
5 Creative Ways To Upgrade Your Home Style
Summer Learning Activities for Kids: Top Ten Ways To Keep Kids Thinking
{Homemade Valentines} Magic Heart Wands
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October 20, 2013 in All Posts, CRAVE IT. COVET. LOVE IT.
This week (with Halloween around the corner), I’m loving Candy Mosaic Art, like the celebrity portraits made by local San Francisco artist Jason Mecier, who is famous for making these intricate works from candy. Some of his candy portraits take 50 hours or more and Mecier also uses trash as his medium, often from the […]
September 29, 2013 in All Posts, CRAVE IT. COVET. LOVE IT., Popular
This week, I’m craving single origin, blended, and flavored artisanal bean-to-bar chocolate, like the to-die-for varieties we tasted at the recent Women’s Intellectual Property Lawyer’s Association networking event at Palo Alto’s The Chocolate Garage. The Habanero from Patric Chocolate was sinfully hot, sweet, and salty: If you haven’t visited The Chocolate Garage, they have tasting […]
August 18, 2013 in All Posts, CRAVE IT. COVET. LOVE IT.
This week I’m loving the crazy back to school inspired nail art all over Pinterest, especially Chalkboard Nail Design. Here’s some inspiration in case you catch the back to school nail art bug: Ciate’s Chalkboard Manicure (YouTube tutorial) Chalkboard with equations No. 2 pencil, apple, binder paper, and ruler Lined paper and colored pencils Bookworm School […]
August 4, 2013 in All Posts, CRAVE IT. COVET. LOVE IT.
Today’s Crave It. Covet. Love It. affiliate links are brought to you by TinyPrints. This week I’m coveting some new customized stationery and accessories from one of my favorite retail sources: TinyPrints. Although I really love to search for one-of-a-kind designs from lesser known artists or make greeting cards myself, it’s really hard to beat […]
August 11, 2012 in All Posts, CRAVE IT. COVET. LOVE IT.
This week I’m coveting gilded glassware like these stunning golden Paillette champagne flutes from Kim Seybert: They’re easy (and cheaper!) to DIY, too, with this Martha Stewart tutorial. You Might Enjoy:{Bake} White Wine Summer Fruit SangriaCRAVE IT. COVET. LOVE IT. This Week: Crave Guinness{Bake} The Outlaw Mom (TM)’s Easy Frozen Berry Summer Smoothie
August 4, 2012 in All Posts, CRAVE IT. COVET. LOVE IT.
This week I’m loving shopping shortcuts, like Me-Ality, which offers a way to standardize your size across brands: Just scan your body at a Me-Ality Matching Station and get a personal Shopping Guide to the brands and sizes that work best for you. No more worrying about being a size 2 at The Gap, a […]
July 28, 2012 in All Posts, CRAVE IT. COVET. LOVE IT.
This week I’ve been loving eco-friendly beverage containers like the My Eco Can, which looks like a soda can, but is made of a biodegradable corn-based material that can be re-used multiple times before sending it to your compost bin: How perfect is this for late-summer road trips? Plus, it’s dishwasher and microwave-safe and BPA […]
July 21, 2012 in All Posts, CRAVE IT. COVET. LOVE IT.
This week I’ve been craving refreshingly healthy frozen treats like these Fruity and Fanciful Twists on the Ordinary Popsicle: Source: latartinegourmande.com via Kristina on Pinterest Red Berry Popsicles with a hint of orange-flavored mint and Apricot Nectarine Pistachio Popsicles from La Tartine Gourmande Blackberry Ice Cream with Amaretto on a stick from eCurry Creamy Coconut Pops from Paula Deen Smashed Berry, Lime […]
July 14, 2012 in All Posts, CRAVE IT. COVET. LOVE IT.
This week I’ve been coveting modern memory keepsakes, like this vintage-inspired modern take on the memory book from San Francisco-resident artist, author & designer, Lorena Simonovich : Be sure to check out Simonovich’s Petit Collage and Studio websites, which are filled with beautifully simple nursery decor, wood prints, mobiles, books, gifts, and fabulously designed children’s products with a delightful vintage-modern feel. You […]
June 23, 2012 in All Posts, CRAVE IT. COVET. LOVE IT.
This week, I’ve been loving a California twist on the Classic Chandon Brut, like this limited edition of patriotic bubbly: Chandon’s summer bottle, named “American Summer,” boasts pear and apple flavors, with a hint of spice. Could there be any better way to celebrate independence? You Might Enjoy:CRAVE IT. COVET. LOVE IT. This Week: Love […]
