Teach Your Child to Tie Shoelaces

by chrissy

I’ve been feeling a bit like a slacker mom since hearing my 6 year old tell me that her friends have been tying her shoelaces at school. We attempted some practice before the school year started, but it just wasn’t... Continue reading →

Tutorial: 3 No-Sew Halloween Onesies

by chrissy

My littlest is an October baby. She was born a week before Halloween and I only had one halloween-y outfit for her, which she wore to a pumpkin patch and completely swallowed her up. I remember that when it came... Continue reading →

35 DIY Halloween Hoodie Costumes

by chrissy

Its amazing what one can make with a simple hoodie! I’ve rounded up some awesome tutorials, ideas, and insparation for Halloween costumes made from hoodies and sweatsuits… Animal Hoodie Costumes Monkey hoodie costume tutorial from Craft Lion... Continue reading →

Carrot Cake Sandwich Cookies

by chrissy

Seriously, does it get any better? I have an ongoing list of baking recipes that I’ve been making with my girls. I’m not sure if we’ll be making these, but they look so yummy I had to share. Go see... Continue reading →

Homemade Lacing Block

by chrissy

The Wonder Years shares many Montessori-inspired activities that can be made at home. This lacing board is simple to make and is perfect to help your preschooler practice his lacing skills. Click here to learn how to make one AND... Continue reading →