Before toys entertained children the best toy of all was their imaginations. With all the toys on the market that whizz and beep I think it is more important then ever that we offer our kids creative toys that can transform into just about anything. One of my favorite open ended toys are playsilks, we have a small basket filled that Ila has been playing with since before she … [Read more...] about {Interview & Giveaway} Sarah's Silks
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Why Twitter is the new local store
{open/closed sign by Mary Kate McDevitt} It's Monday - which means shopping day and I need to restock the household essentials. Bread, milk, apples, chicken and red peppers for dinner.... oh, and it's my sister's birthday next week so I'd better pick something up for her too. I head down to my local store - Wendy's working behind the counter today and smiles as I come … [Read more...] about Why Twitter is the new local store
HOW TO THROW YOURSELF A WORD-PARTY (disco ball, tambourines, confetti & all)
Editors note: When I was planning our celebration theme I knew there was one person who I really wanted to guest post this month. Just imagine how over-the-moon yippekiyay excited I was when she said YES! Reading her words always makes me want to celebrate and give thanks for the true awesomeness that she is bringing to the world. I love celebrating people rocking their own … [Read more...] about HOW TO THROW YOURSELF A WORD-PARTY (disco ball, tambourines, confetti & all)
DIY Rick Rack Mini Felt Buntings + Giveaway
I'm jumping on the bunting bandwagon! I love bunting, rick rack, making little things and wool felt-combining all of them (+ an excuse to bake cake) is a recipe for making my heart sing. This weekend I didn't "work" but I did make this tutorial with Ila's help during Sela's afternoon nap, she is such a wonderful assistant! I wanted to make a project for our party theme that was … [Read more...] about DIY Rick Rack Mini Felt Buntings + Giveaway
#OMHG July 21-Its All About the Little Things
Today our #omhg chat covered celebrating while struggling to find the balance and get it all done. We talked about delegating and asking for help both from friends/family and hiring professionals, plus how just turning off the computer and getting outside or digging in the dirt can be a great reason to celebrate.I'm going to miss our rambling party chats but next week we are … [Read more...] about #OMHG July 21-Its All About the Little Things
