by Marisa Edghill of Omiyage.ca Crafting with kids can be such a joyful experience. A time to let go of your perfectionist streak (I know you've got one, we all do!) and simply let the creativity flow. An opportunity to get a little messy, experiment with pure bright colour, and not to worry so much about the final product. When crafting with kids, the joy is in the … [Read more...] about Tutorials: Crafting with Kids
Fellow Makers
A Giveaway Fairy Tale: How the Road Rose Up to Meet Cute Little Thing
by Jessika Hepburn, Editor (but mostly by Roseann Sherry of cute little thing) I almost don't have the words to introduce this interview-I have so much to say and at the same time don't even know where to start. This is easily the most amazing story I have ever shared here, about the transformational power of creativity and the strength of one woman's passion to create a … [Read more...] about A Giveaway Fairy Tale: How the Road Rose Up to Meet Cute Little Thing
60 Ways to Build Community
It's become such a cliched phrase-something we say and recognize to be true but don't often act on: "It takes a village to raise a child." What does that even mean? In the comments, at our Twitter parties, in conversations with other parents, I am asked all the time- "How can I possibly do it all?" The hard truth is you can't. You can't be everything to everyone all the … [Read more...] about 60 Ways to Build Community
Creating a Nest: Handmade Rooms for Children
by Debra Norton of Vintage Paper Parade I remember the days when I was pregnant with my children and the excitement of creating a warm, welcoming nursery. It was so much fun to plan and shop for their spaces. I loved pouring over the pages of Martha Stewart Baby (how I miss that magazine!) for decorating ideas. My children are a little older now (ages 7 & 9) and we have … [Read more...] about Creating a Nest: Handmade Rooms for Children
Cuteness Alert! Giveaway & Interview with Ginko Papers
by Jessika Hepburn, Editor It's Monday and what you need is a dose of extreme cuteness, a small biz success story + some retail therapy, right? Garin of Ginko Papers has you covered! Her shop is full of sweet Japanese papers, a huge selection of washi tape + all sorts of adorable Japanese collectables. She's visiting us today to offer up a $50 shopping spree giveaway-but more … [Read more...] about Cuteness Alert! Giveaway & Interview with Ginko Papers
