7 fun political activities for kids to do on election night. No mudslinging included.
This election in particular has been a tough one for me to wade through all the issues with my kids, so I’ve been getting creative with how I’m involving them in our family’s political discussions. I’ve been implementing Kristen and...
The coolest free printable adult coloring pages on the web. Because we deserve a little Prismacolor action too!
The adult coloring trend is here to stay, and rightfully so, considering it can help you focus and give you some much-needed relaxation. And best of all, no special skills required, just some cool coloring material and art supplies. That’s exactly what...
7 smart sleepaway camp essentials that help stave off homesickness.
If your little camper is heading off to sleepaway camp this summer, possibly for the first time (sniff), you’ll likely receive from the camp a long list of all the essentials to pack — extra socks, bug repellent, water bottles, headlamps. But, on top of...
8 of the best teacher appreciation printables to help your kids say thanks
When we asked teachers what they thought made the best teacher gifts a couple of years ago, an overwhelming number of them said a personal note from their students was the one thing that really made their day. Yes, gift cards, classroom books, and handmade gifts are...
A $2500 shopping spree from The Land of Nod? Win one right here!
It’s probably no surprise that The Land of Nod is one of our most favorite shopping destination for all things kids, so we’re beyond thrilled to be teaming up with them, along with our friends at Pop Sugar Moms and Mommy Shorts for a huge $2500 giveaway....
Our favorite gifts inspired by our favorite Children’s Book Week posters
I hate to admit it, but every once in a while I find myself fussing at my kids, “Put that book down and come on!” But, I have to say, I truly love when they’re nose-deep in a book. And I’m on a lifetime quest to forever encourage my...
15 of the cutest and free-est Easter printables for our kids
We’ve been hopping all over the internet to find our favorite free Easter printables to help you get ready for Easter Sunday. Our hunt turned up some of the cutest printable Easter coloring pages, decorations, and DIY treat boxes that you can just click and...
We heart this free printable Valentine’s Day gift wrap!
Once you’ve found a special gift for your Valentine — perhaps from our Valentine’s Day Gift Guide? — you’ll probably want to wrap it in something other than leftover holiday gift wrap. Got nothing at home but yesterday’s newspaper...
20 pretty, printable 2016 calendars to start your year out right. Lots of them free!
It’s amazing how many printable 2016 calendars there are online now — although admittedly they’re not all style. Now that I’ve finally investing in some good thick paper and become like a printable maniac, I spent a ton of time looking for the...Hi! We’re Kristen + Liz!
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