The month of March always gets me excited because it’s National Craft Month! My love of crafting started at a young age with toys and kits. I can remember my first sewing introduction with my… read more
Sewing and Knitting Kits for Kids
How to Celebrate Valentine’s Day as a Family
Valentine’s Day means different things to different people. It took on a whole new meaning for me once I had kids. The celebration of love became more about coming up with fun ways to express… read more
Winter Crafts for the Family
Winter is a time to snuggle up and enjoy some hot cocoa and quality family time. It can also be a time of hay fever and a lot of indoor play and crafting. To get… read more
Holiday Family Photo Card Tips
The holidays approach quickly and for a lot of families it’s the time to get everyone together to take a family photo for a holiday card, so I thought I would share some tips and… read more
Rock Painting Is Fun for Everyone
While out on a walk with my kids, I recently noticed beautifully painted rocks placed around town in fun places. With beautiful drawings and colors, I learned that rock painting is the latest way to… read more
Fun Backpack Accessories for Back To School
By now, kids in the U.S. are officially back to school—which means, they are probably armed with tons of new school supplies and awesome new backpacks. But that newness and excitement can wear off quickly! A… read more
Water Fun for Everyone: Games & More with Water Balloons and Blasters
Summertime means outside play, days off, and family vacations. I also think of hot days and looking for creative ways to cool off while spending time together—which means water fun for everyone! Water Blasters and… read more
How Much Money Do You Spend on a Kid’s Birthday Gift?
Birthday parties: there’s one almost every weekend. My kids love when an invite comes home or we tell them we got an email about an upcoming party. Of course, we RSVP immediately, but then the… read more
The Art of a Thank You Note
As parents, we have many lessons to teach our children. One that I’ve made a point to work on with my kids is the art of a “thank you” note. It’s important to instill this in… read more
Putting It All Together: Puzzle Fun!
Sometimes it’s great to plan elaborate family excursions and experiences. Other times, it’s nice to find a low-key way to spend time together, like having a movie night, or doing a puzzle. There’s a sense… read more
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