Merely a place mat for children? Perish the thought. It can be a hat, a brooch, or a pterodactyl. Or just a handy color-your-own disguise kit for a messy kid who needs a mustache. The Paper Disguises Place Mat at My Sweet Muffin is a fan…
When my kids were little, they had a bunch of plastic "tools" that they could use around the house. But once they outgrew these toys and actually wanted to "saw" something, I was at a loss since our real tools were just too big and dange…
This past week on a trip with a few families, I was so glad we had a few little art projects for rainy days or just quiet (forced) downtime. If you're not familiar with Todd Oldham's awesome craft collection, Kid Made Modern, it's a wond…
Lost drawstrings are up there at the top of all the annoying scale for me as far as clothing mishaps go. In fact, I just spent the last month frustrated that a small silk drawstring belt came out of a silk dress; I couldn't figure out ho…
Oh say can you see... how awesome your 4th of July party or barbecue is going to be? Whether you need a last minute nosh or pretty party printables , we've got you covered like strawberries on a flag cake. 1. Need to keep your little pat…
The summer's getting hotter, and so is tech! In case you missed them, here are a few of our favorite picks from Cool Mom Tech the last week. 1. We love this adorable gift for babies of tech fans. 2. This super gorgeous lomo camera will w…
Earlier this week it was fun finding some of the most beautiful Fourth of July printables and decor , and now for you DIY'ers, I've rounded up fun Fourth of July crafts so you can celebrate America's 236th birthday party in style. Whethe…
I need a birthday gift idea for my soon-to-be 5-year-old daughter. She has tons of Barbies, tons of clothes - she is a girly girl and loves all things to do with painting nails, wearing girly stuff. I feel like we have way too many toys …
One of the most sentimental, sweet things any kid can do for a dad is to make a DIY Father's Day gift. Whether a gift made from their own artwork, or something entirely crafty (with a little help from another adult, ahem) we just love al…
Listen, there are some fabulous clothing companies out there who are making cute kids' clothes with sensory sensitivities in mind (oh, Soft Clothing, how we love thee). But sometimes your kiddo has to wear something specific, like a scho…
With three kids and an ever-growing number of nieces and nephews, it seems like I'm on the lookout for a "wow" birthday gift every month, and a monthly gift subscription is always a great idea. In the past, we've lauded the genius of Kiw…
When I first read about Kiwi Co's monlhly craft box suscriptions for kids (here, in fact), I couldn't wait to gift one to my niece. She clapped in delight each time her box arrived because she knew it'd be packed with fun, engaging, and …
Discovering the Paper Statement Etsy shop was like looking at your own perceived craftiness in the mirror and laughing at it. I am absolutely blown away by the things true artists can do out of paper and cardboard. The first thing that c…
I am not a crochet master (or even a crochet apprentice), but if I were, I would totally be buying the PDF so I could make an adorable amigurumi bunny like this one. So for all you crafty mamas, check out the amigurumi bunny crochet patt…
As a mom, some of my fondest moments with my kids are creating arts and crafts together . I've never met a kid that doesn't like to get their little hands involved in a project--all the more reason I care about what ends up on those litt…
Finding a unique yet stylish camera case can be sometimes daunting. When I first invested in a good camera, I felt pressure to use the case that so generously came with the camera, but I hated it. I'm never a fan of lugging around the ty…
Cake pop mania is going strong! Cute cake on a stick. Yes, please. Made popular by baking genius Bakerella , cake pops are now everywhere, from every food blog (I dare you to find one without a cake pop post) to Starbucks. When cake pops…
Artfully arranged flowers are one of life's most fleeting luxuries. Since I'm not an heiress, I pick up flowers at Trader Joe's or the grocery store when I do my weekly shopping -- the flowers are inexpensive, and a flower's a flower rig…
I want to live at Downton Abbey. I want a Mrs. Patmore to cook dinner and a fleet of Annas to clean up and a closet of gorgeous, beaded dresses. Unless my husband ends up being a long-lost heir, I doubt all that's in the cards. But at le…
Don't panic, mamas, if you realize you've forgotten cards for the sitter, or the teachers or uh...your actual Valentine. We've got you covered with some last minute crafts , recipes and more that you can have done before the kids get hom…
Pinterest, pinterest, pinterest! That's all it seems my on and offline friends are talking about these days--and for good reason. This virtual corkboard that allows you to "pin" and share your online inspiration can help make life easier…
I always love seeing what's new and fun at Martha Stewart Crafts around the holidays, and especially Valentine's Day. Or as we like to think of it, That Day That All The Glitter Ended Up in The Rug. But I've taken the time to parse the o…
Ink stamps give everyday notes just the right amount of pop. I've always been interested in making my own designs but until this ridiculously cool product was created, that seemed just way too complicated. Yellow Owl Workshop puts all of…
My husband and I do Valentine's Day Lite, meaning that we will not be forking out $200 for a fancy meal, or buying each other expensive jewelry or electronics as a sign of our devotion. But that doesn't mean I am totally comfortable with…