This is a great project, even for a beginner. If you can cut triangles and sew in a straight line, you have all the skills you need. I prefer sewing it, but you could use Stitch Witchery in a pinch. We hung ours in our son’s nursery as a solution to a blank wall (we aren’t… Read More DIY Fabric Pennant Banner
This DIY project is so easy it’s laughable. You can make it in two minutes with items you likely have in your pantry. Baby toys and activities don’t need to be complicated or expensive. Here’s how you make it: Step 1: Gather your supplies – Empty water bottle, label removed (I used coconut oil to… Read More Two Minute Sensory Bottle with Everyday Items
Every opportunity I get I introduce our 9 month old to sensory experiences. Everything in the world is new to him and I love watching him discover and learn. This morning I whipped up a batch of play clay he can squish through his fingers, mold, poke, and throw. I’ve been meaning to buy some… Read More Homemade Play Clay
The first few pancakes I make are always “mess-ups.” Maybe the pan isn’t hot enough. Maybe I get impatient. Whatever the reason, I always get a little bit of pancake to eat while I continue cooking. When I first tasted these I expected them to be bland. Afterall, I’m making a healthy breakfast for my… Read More Healthy Pumpkin Pancakes for Baby
If you haven’t been taking your baby to the library you should. There is no such thing as “too young,” so I encourage you to start now. P.W. and I went to the Santa Monica Public Library for Story Time yesterday and had so much fun. The room was packed with babies aged 0-17 months.… Read More Six Ways to Raise a Reader
We are officially a Fitbit family. A few weeks ago, I bought the Fitbit Charge HR for my husband. He loves it. It tracks his steps, distance, calories burned, floors climbed, heart rate, and monitors his sleep. Before he even opened the packaging, I was jealous. I went back and forth between wanting the Charge… Read More Fitbit Flex vs. Fitbit Charge HR: Why the Flex Wins
Trying to to decide what to do for Father’s Day this year? Why not stage a photo shoot in a new tie for Dad? This is a fun twist on the traditional “tie for Father’s Day” idea. These pictures were far from what I envisioned, but I’m actually very pleased with how well they turned… Read More Father’s Day Photo Shoot
I have the best husband in the world. Really, I do. For Mother’s Day this year, he did everything under the sun to make me feel special. From flowers to cards, he had the holiday covered. True to his personality, he went above and beyond and booked a professional photographer to do a family photo shoot… Read More Family Photo Day Tips
I am so excited to share this craft with you today. Yes, this is another one of those ideas I saw floating around Pinterest that screamed my name and gave me an excuse to ignore the boxes in our closet that have yet to be unpacked. These ornaments turned out so precious though, and despite… Read More Christmas Craft- Salt Dough Handprint Santa Ornaments
It’s December, which means the countdown to my favorite holiday has begun. It also means my poor son will be the pawn in all the crafts and projects I feel like making this year. Our first craft is a canvas with tiny footprints decorated like mistletoe. We did this one to surprise daddy, but if… Read More Christmas Craft – Mistletoe Footprints
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