Maple Sugar Fest at Reeves-Reed Arboretum

This past weekend Camden, Eleanor and I headed out to Reeves-Reed Arboretum in Summit, NJ (it’s only 15 mins from Maplewood) for their Maple Sugar Fest. I never realized how popular Maple Sugaring was in the NJ area.  It’s something I’m not too...
Doc McStuffins Playdate

Doc McStuffins Playdate

Time for a checkup! If you’ve got a Doc McStuffins fan then I’ve got you covered with a fun and easy Doc McStuffins Playdate or party! Doc McStuffins Playdate A few months ago I applied to host a #disneyside celebration, and once I got the confirmation...

Fridge Bandit

What is it about kids and the refrigerator? My kids have always enjoyed the fridge as a toy.  It doesn’t matter that they have toy fridges or a play kitchen.  They want the real thing. I can remember Eleanor hanging out in the fridge, so I finally gave...

#StokkeSteps Launch with Mom Trends

Earlier this week I trudged out in the cold and snow to attend a launch for Stokke Baby. I arrived at Gary’s Loft and was taken aback by the wonderful setting Mom Trends designed for the star of the evening, StokkeSteps! This all in one, bouncer, high-chair, and...
Valentine Felt Wrist Corsage

Valentine Felt Wrist Corsage

Are you looking for the perfect Valentine for a teacher or friend, Grandparent or Mom?  Do you want to give something special and cute they can enjoy all day?  Then I have the perfect project for you with this DIY Valentine Felt Wrist Corsage. Last year I...

Photo Shoot gone wrong

Today I attempted to do a photo shoot with my kids for Valentines day.  Last year I made Eleanor a cute dress, and let her wear lipstick and got some super cute shots so I thought why not try it again this year.  Boy was I wrong. The 1st problem was the...

Superbowl Ideas for the Non-Football Fan

I’m not a huge football fan.  There I said it, but that doesn’t mean I don’t enjoy the Superbowl.My husband is a huge football fan, so during football season Sundays are his day to watch the games and my day to craft.  The kids aren’t...

Winter Bucket List – Free Printable

Holidays are the best, but seasons are also pretty awesome! I like to have goals of things to do and having a bucket list helps me to keep both the big and small things on my mind, plus it’s a good reason for the kids to work on checks and X’s! I had a...

DIY – Chore & Task Chart

There’s a lesson to be learned for both parents and kids about responsibility. We want our kids to enjoy life and as Mary Poppins says “In every job that must be done, there is an element of fun!”  so why not make something that shows...
Puzzles are fun for grown ups too

Puzzles are fun for grown ups too

This past weekend I was putting together a floor puzzle with Eleanor and I suddenly felt the urge to put together a grown up puzzle.  Something I haven’t done in years. After the kids went to bed I came down stairs and looked through our games and puzzles...