As a new parent, I’ve reached a new part of the holidays I haven’t really had to deal with in the past. And that’s the part where you give a gift to the people who care for your child all day. Yes, the parents at the big girls’ school organize to give gifts to the teachers there, […]
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Knitting Project – Garter Squish Blanket
Last year I went to visit my friend H at her new place, and when we got back from lunch, we sat down to chat, and she pulled out the most amazing blanket that she was knitting. It wasn’t a difficult one, and she seemed to be having the easiest time of it. It was […]
(Semi) DIY – Advent Calendar
I’m not sure what’s gotten into me lately, but I’ve had this deep desire to be crafty and to create things for my home and decor for the holidays that is both unique to our family, and that will last. At least for a while. Things that will be traditions for us and the kids, […]
DIY – Fall Wreath
Some people are super crafty. They are the ones who walk into Michael’s and walk out with everything they need to make their home adorable for any occasion. I am not really one of those people. I try hard. I want to be one of those people, but I’m not. Not quite. I try really […]