Category: creative play
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Is Lovevery Worth It?
The house smells like coffee and apple-bourbon-pumpkin candle. There are dishes in the sink and Bamba peanut butter puffs on the breakfast bar. In the background a locally produced TV show about things to visit/try around town (unironically) just ended and an infomercial has creeped into the void. Thankfully it’s a breezy day. I’ve opened…
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mr. dressup, my hero
One of my favorite, favorites growing up was Mr. Dressup. I’m just realizing now that this was a Canadian show. I’m not Canadian, but we lived so far up north and close to the border that we were able to pick up the CBC signal. It’s so funny the things you remember from childhood. I…
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mini camera, maximum cuteness
About a week ago I saw the Intax Mini Instant Camera over at The Photojojo Store and I thought “AACK! That’s too cute!” – then I thought “I NEED THAT”… then I thought… “Probably should pay the electric bill and buy dog food first.” DRAT. Yes, it’s frivolous. Yes, the film is pricey. Yes, I…
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tuesday mourning
Today while getting lost in pinterest, I saw THE most adorable D.I.Y from Mer Mag. Which then led me to Merrilee’s Etsy shop, Tuesday Mourning and the print you see above. But can I talk about Mer Mag again for a moment? It’s my blog, so I can! There are some of the cutest creative…
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owly shadow puppets
I’ve had two nightmares in two nights. Not so fun. But it made me think about what things parents can do to help their kids not be so afraid of the dark. (Not that I’m afraid of the dark…much) Step one: a nightlight Step two: a story Step three: make something that’s scary into play…
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a belle & boo halloween
I’ve loved anything and everything Belle & Boo since before I even had a blog. Before there was Belle & Boo fabric, and stationery, and apparel, and decor… and, honestly, I’m a bit miffed that I still don’t have any little ones to share these treasures with. But now I have this kid-friendly space, and…