Nov 28, 2014

A Tool Themed Second Birthday Party

A Tool Themed Second Birthday Party
My nephew is basically a child prodigy when it comes to tools. And not the 'Oh! How cute! He is holding a hammer the right way' type. It is more the 'Quick! He is disassembling the baby gate' type. With two mechanical engineers for parents no one is completely surprised.  Despite l…

Oct 30, 2014

Thanksgiving Burlap Banner

Thanksgiving Burlap Banner
I dislike Halloween. If my son weren't so darn cute in costumes I'd probably forget the holiday all together. I just can't get into it. I much prefer Thanksgiving. Counting our blessings, visiting family, watching football, eating ridiculous amounts of good food...that is a holiday I c…

Jul 20, 2014

DIY Butterfly Wing Kit

DIY Butterfly Wing Kit
I normally consider myself a 'rule follower'. Just ask my husband and he'll give you countless examples of my inability to break a rule. Or don't ask him, rather, as I am sure that would end up in some embarrassing story. However, one of my favorite little people turned 3 a few wee…

Jul 19, 2014

Waterproof Picnic Blanket and Handle Wrap | A Tutorial

Waterproof Picnic Blanket and Handle Wrap | A Tutorial
What do you give the person who has just about everything? I come upon this question all too frequently around gift giving occasions. Not because my family members are difficult to please, but rather because I just don't want to give them more 'stuff'. I find this particularly difficul…

Jul 18, 2014

DIY Felt Nursery Mobile - A Baby Shower Group Activity

DIY Felt Nursery Mobile - A Baby Shower Group Activity
If you have read any of my baby shower posts, you have probably noticed that I am a huge fan of forgetting the often awkward baby shower games and instead completing a group activity or project. I've held a few no-game baby showers, and judging by the look of relief on the guests' faces th…

Jun 26, 2014

A Safari Baby Shower

A Safari Baby Shower
It is no secret I like parties...and baking...and babies, and when the three of these loves combine, well, I get just a wee bit excited. This might be one of my favorite baby showers yet! Usually when I pick a party theme I have a pretty good idea of how I want it to look in my head from the begin…