With Christmas coming Elizabeth and I were talking about the toys our kids have loved and which ones definitely didn't live up to the hype. And what we found is that our lists are very similar...especially in the "most played with" category. So if you still have some last minute shopping to do...here are a few toys that, from experience, we would suggest: FOR THE YOUNGER CROWD (like ages 3-6) *AQUADOODLE It's big fun for the little artists without a big mess. (And my kids also love it's ... View the Post
An Ugly Pillowcase Party
Last night we had our family Christmas party up at Elizabeth's house. She was super nice and made all of the kids darling pajamas. I on the other hand was not so nice and made all of my husbands siblings (and their spouses) ugly pillow cases. And they were HO-HO-HO-rrendous! ... View the Post
My Own Quilt Frames
I love quilts. I always have. Even as I'm writing this I am snuggled under a quilt made by my mother-in-law. If you were to come into my home right now you'd find it littered with handmade blankets....they are on my children's beds, on my bed, thrown over chairs, left on couches, filling my closets...and they range from no sew fleece blankets to pieced and hand quilted heirlooms. And I love every single one of them! I think it may have something to do with being raised by a mother ... View the Post
20 Gifts that Cost Nothing to Make But Just Might Be Priceless
My husband and I are very lucky...my husband teaches school and I am a stay at home mom which means that we are both currently doing exactly what we want to do. Like I said, we are very lucky indeed. But around this time of year we notice (to put it delicately) that we aren't as well off financially as we would have been if we had chosen other career paths. And that makes it difficult to buy gifts for others. Which means year after year we make a pact with each other not to spend any money on ... View the Post
The Nightmare Before Christmas Sally Inspired Dress
So, yes I realize it is December 3rd and that I am writing about Grace's Halloween costume. I am doing it for two reasons. #1. I never shared it at Halloween time and #2. Because Grace thinks it is also going to be her Christmas dress. ("But Mom it's The Nightmare Before CHRISTMAS...BEFORE CHRISTMAS....see it's for Halloween and Christmas!) This dress was a lot of fun to make. I cut out the simple pattern pieces and drew on the front panel with a sharpie. Then I turned Grace loose with ... View the Post
December Holidays
Happy Holidays! There is so much fun, wonder, and magic to be had this month. We can't wait to get started and so today we have a list of all the dates (and their accompanying holidays) that can be celebrated during this fabulous season. I'm particularly looking forward to the 16th...and not just because I think Hanukkah is wonderful (and like to eat Latkes and Doughnuts for dinner). ... View the Post
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