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We were stuck inside the other day in an attempt to keep a case of the sniffles from becoming something [...]

image via Childhood 101   Did you know I’ve been on pinterest longer than I’ve had this blog?  It’s true.  [...]

This time of year can be so tough if you have little ones in the house.  Snowy weather combined with [...]

  I know I typically focus on the younger set around here but, with Christmas Break looming, I figured you [...]

Between last year’s Sensory Box and Easy Handmade Gifts for Imaginative Play posts and this year’s DIY dress up box [...]

photos via MADE and the rigneys   The popularity of our current giveaway for a 6 month kid craft club [...]

Part 4 of the “Make like a Montessori Mama” series is definitely my favorite, it’s right up our alley.  C [...]

I’ve been on the lookout lately for a new activity both the kids would enjoy. S is going through an [...]

I’m guest posting at Whip Up today with one of my favorite new art techniques: block printing with yarn.  This [...]

Thanks so much to you all for another lovely week.  There’s been so much going on, I’m not sure where [...]

Now that school’s back in session, I thought it might be a good time to sharpen up our science skills. [...]

We’re FINALLY having professional family photos taken next weekend and I’m so excited!  (There is a small chance it might [...]

With all the fun we’ve been having over here, I’ve neglected to keep you informed about what I’ve been up [...]

photos via Small Types   So I bet you’re expecting a slew of shadow puppets and Halloween fun from this [...]

Happy Friday everyone.  I have to start today with a great big THANK YOU!  Not only have you all been [...]