Glow Stick RingToss
What to do with those multiplying glow sticks after they’re done glowing? I hate throwing them in the garbage and cringe when I see … continue reading
Crafts
Mad for Valentines!
We’re spending this snowy blowy night working on personalizing the Mad Libs valentine idea we found on Design Mom. I’m thrilled to have our son … continue reading
That’s not a box of garbage in my son’s room…
Well, it is… but not because we’re too lazy to take out the trash. This is Paolo’s building box. He can make towers to play … continue reading
Not Your Average Thank You- Ten Ways for Kids to Show Thanks
The reasons for having my son write Thank You cards are starting to build up and so is his resistance to doing them. Last year we … continue reading
Party Pokeballs- Pokemon Goody bags
This year our son got to pick three friends to take to the local inflatable-fun place. He didn’t have a “real” party, but I thought I could … continue reading
Tissue Paper Snowflakes
P’s most recent Operation Cheer Mission from his Elf on the Shelf was to make paper snowflake decorations for the neighbors. My son loves making paper … continue reading
Thanksgiving Entertainment
With a nearly seven year-old and a one-and-a-half year-old to entertain on Thanksgiving day, our choices for entertainment are limited. Play dough, homemade play dough, is … continue reading
How to Make a Kitchen Memories Gift
A couple of years ago I wanted to make a recipe photo book for my mom’s Christmas present. It just didn’t come together like I … continue reading
Art Graveyard
Where do markers go when they die? Ugh. It’s something I hate doing, but it has to be done. This morning I went through … continue reading
Fun Fall Weekends
It rained all weekend…non-stop. We had plenty of time to stay in, cook and craft (and eat). I hope you had the chance to do … continue reading