We took a short break from the Virtual Book Club for Kids, but we’re back for the start of the school year. I hope you’ll be joining us as we explore a new author each month! This September we’re reading books by author Bill Martin Jr. (All book links, including images, are Amazon affiliate links). Inspired by Panda […]
We had a seamless first day of school. But after that we had a few bumpy days within the first two weeks: crying, accidents, wanting to stay home with mommy. I’ve even had a few bumpy days myself as a mom. I think we’re getting into the swing of things now with a little help from […]
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 […]
Here’s a quick and simple paper bag puppet craft that you can set up in two seconds and let the kids enjoy for hours. This easy puppet craft for kids was a perfect boredom solution for a week of no school, mommy working from home, and daddy traveling. Materials Paper bags Self-stick googly eyes Self-stick glitter foam […]
May 25, 2012 in All Posts, Giveaways
I am so absolutely thrilled to be a part of MaryAnne at Mama Smiles’ Small Hands Creating Hope project! MaryAnne spearheaded this exciting fundraiser for the American Cancer Society in celebration of her thirty years of cancer survivorship. She put together an incredibly talented group of fellow bloggers who worked with their children or students to […]
November 24, 2011 in All Posts, Celebrate, DIY
This is the easiest homemade wreath ever. No glue. No sew. Just wrap and tuck. Definitely a welcome craft after the tedious Baby Girl Welcome Wreath (although it’s no where near as pretty). Step 1 Wrap ribbon around your wreath. Step 2 Tie to secure. Step 3 Stick on a scarecrow. Step 4 Add leaves or […]
November 22, 2011 in All Posts, Celebrate, DIY
I finally made my first yarn wreath! I used shimmery hot pink yarn around the entire wreath and accessorized with pink heart and polka dot ribbon, 12-month old t-shirts, pacifiers, a pacifier clip, cut out cardstock letters and cute pink ballet slippers. A few tips for my fellow first-timers: Do not wrap a straw wreath […]
