Window drawing! This is such a simple idea to entertain snowed-in (or otherwise bored) kids. We made two designs over the break: a tree on one window and polka-dot snow on the other. It felt so winter-y and peaceful. I’ve seen window drawings before mostly on store windows and was curious about how it was […]
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1.5.17
DIY Balsa Wood Happy Birthday Banner
We have three birthdays between early November and early December in our family. It’s a bit chaotic combined with holidays. This year, I made a couple changes. First off, we’re now the proud owner of a legit refillable helium tank. I’m so sick of buying and transporting balloons. I considered buying a disposable tank but couldn’t stomach the […]
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12.22.16
Sewn Paper Packages
This is our last post for almost two weeks, as we’re taking a break until after the New Year. But we saved a great one for last! What’s better than brown paper packages tied up with strings? Sewn paper packages! I especially love using sewn packages for a small gift that you still want to […]
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12.13.16
Dried Orange Holiday Garland
Oranges may not have a traditional holiday color, but their aroma paired with cloves and cinnamon make them amazingly festive. Every week we buy a huge bag only to devour them in a few short days. But today, Edie and I made them last. We cut and dried a couple oranges to make a garland […]