After three attempts at a chore chart, I think I’ve finally found the real solution. Version 3 looks a lot like my first cricut chore chart, only all three kids are on the same board. One board is a must – three separate is just too busy and complicated. Version 2 chore chart had good potential … Read more
Remember my trip to the Fashion District? I’m finally getting around to using some of the 100 yards of knits I bought. I’ve found a couple great commercial patterns, which I love to use whenever possible. They’re easy and most of the thinking is done for me. I usually have to adjust a few things … Read more
Did you know summer brain drain is a real thing? That lots of kids lose one to two months of reading and math skills over the summer? Not in my house they won’t! We are trying to foster a year round learning culture in our family and a love for learning in general. We love … Read more
Almay is sponsoring a new video series, “Different Occasions. Different Looks. Always Pretty” and BlogHer asked me to share it with you! Watch this first video to find out how you can get Kate’s Date Night Look.
Bow ties on little boys are just the cutest. Gus reeeally loves his. And so do weddings. Let’s make some. It’ll just take a few minutes. About 15 actually. THE 15 MINUTE BOW TIE 1. Cut 3 pieces about 3″ x 10″ – 2 from fashion fabric, 1 from some kind of interfacing: regular … Read more
I wish all the printable genius was happening when my husband and I got married. We could have saved so much money on invitations and thank you cards and gotten way cuter stuff too. If I were as wise then as I am now, I would have shopped here: Just LOOK at these printable wedding … Read more
Seriously Pinterest??? How about showing me a birthday cake I can actually make. Sheesh. This is how I do birthday cakes: I cut a template with my Cricut using plain white cardstock – Gus wanted a doggy cake so I found one in the Create a Critter cart and cut it out to fit the … Read more
Ready for another smart toy? This one is one of my favorites. It’s called the SmartMax Basic Stunt set and it’s so much fun! The SmartMax brand is all about magnetic discovery. The parts and pieces are colorful and hard wearing, come in bright colors, and the pieces are large enough to be safe for … Read more
I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Magisto. I received a promotional code for premium features to facilitate my review and a promotional item as a thank you for participating. I live over 800 miles away from my parents and siblings and it’s pretty terrible. My kids are growing up and … Read more
I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for JOHNSON’s Baby. I received a promotional item as a thank you for participating. Do you ever wonder if you’re doing okay as a mom? Motherhood really is pretty much how I thought it would be but it’s still a lot to handle every day, especially with my … Read more