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February 2009

Ralph’s MadLib Valentines

February 11, 2009

Last year, Ralph gave MadLibs for Valentine’s Day. And this year he wanted to do the same. So we decided to spice things up with a new presentation. We did this project last night, which means the photos are a little dim, but I think they’re still very use-able. (Click them to see them bigger.) [...]

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Olive’s Valentine Bookmarks

February 11, 2009

Remember how excited I was to help Olive craft up a Valentine Mailbox? Well. On Saturday, we set out to do just that. But upon reading the mailbox instructions more thoroughly, we realized that Olive was supposed to bring in a plain box and that the class would do their box decorating together. This news [...]

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Apple Pies for Your Sweetie Pies

February 11, 2009

Seriously. Valentine’s Day is bringing out the best of the internet. Yesterday, Kathleen of Twig and Thistle sent me a link to a post she wrote on making mini apple pies. Complete with baking directions, recipe and a pdf template for the darling box. This project makes me so happy I might cry. Share and [...]

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Baby Bean Vintage Daywear

February 10, 2009

The ladies at Baby Bean sent me an email about their Spring/Summer line. It is adorable and very much geared to warm weather. But I’m still craving the offerings in their Fall/Winter line. Most of the items look light-weight and very wearable through mid-June or so. (I guess that completely depends on where in the [...]

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Setting the Stage — by Guest Mom Amy Stigler

February 10, 2009

Today I thought I would talk a little bit about pre-party considerations. I’ve dubbed it “setting the stage”… Everybody Helps: We have learned that having the kids help with the preparations benefits us twofold — it keeps them busy before guests arrive and it heightens their anticipation. It also gives them a sense of ‘party-ownership’ [...]

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Rune Guneriussen

February 10, 2009

Gorgeous photos by Rune Guneriussen. This snowy globe one is outstanding. I haven’t tried to find any deeper meaning in it, but I can’t stop looking at it. So I’m pretty sure it’s trying to tell me something. Thanks for the link, Lauren. Share and Enjoy:

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Andi Monn

February 10, 2009

Elchupanibre sent me the link to this Berlin designer, Andi Monn. The work is gorgeous and crisp. I think any of these would make stunning wedding bands. I’m absolutely smitten with the stripey one. Share and Enjoy:

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Mini Valentine Boxes

February 10, 2009

Brooke at Inchmark has a pretty little Valentine project posted today. Check it. I’ve said this before, but if you’re not regularly reading Inchmark, you should definitely add it to your blogroll. I especially love her library book feature. Thanks for the tip, Katie Share and Enjoy:

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Bike Tags

February 9, 2009

Favorite find of the week. (It’s only Monday, so maybe it’s presumptuous to assume this is the favorite thing I’ll find all week. But I’m going to to risk it anyway.) Bike Tags at Heros and Criminals. Bike tags? What are bike tags? Well. Let me just grab text directly from the product description: Ever [...]

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Kid Friendly Dinner Parties — by Guest Mom Amy Stigler

February 9, 2009

Hello Everyone! It’s so nice to have been invited to be a guest mom on one of my favorite blogs — thanks Gabrielle! This week I thought I would do a series of posts about “entertaining with kids.” The impetus is that my husband and I love to host parties, but because we have three [...]

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Vintage Children’s Books

February 9, 2009

Great new source! Former Guest Mom and collector of vintage children’s books, Burgin, has opened an etsy shop to share her book addiction. Lots of great books at great prices. Want even more vintage book inspiration? Check out my most recent contribution to Cookie’s Nesting blog. gorgeous image here Share and Enjoy:

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Boden Jackets

February 9, 2009

Did you receive the latest Boden catalog? I think I dog-eared every other page. My kids’ wardrobes are spotted with Boden items here and there, but I don’t own a single item for myself. And I can’t remember why — everything looks so good and wearable. I was especially digging all the jackets. Share and [...]

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Welcome Amy.

February 9, 2009

What a treat! We have a Guest Mom this week. (It’s been awhile, hasn’t it?) And I can’t wait to introduce her. Her name is Amy Graham Stigler. She’s a stationery designer and a mother. I don’t know here personally, but I became a fan of her work when I posted about the letterpress shop, [...]

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Winner — Valentine Crush Giveaway

February 9, 2009

Happy Monday Friends! Oh my goodness. It was so much fun to see all the love in the comments on the Valentine Crush Giveaway post. Love is in the air! Guess what else is in the air? The feet of the winner as she jumps up and down with joy. : ) And who is [...]

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Reminder: Valentine Crush Giveaway

February 6, 2009

Just a quick reminder. Nearly a thousand of you have entered the Valentine’s Crush Giveaway. (Thank you!) But there’s always room for more. : ) You can enter through Sunday, February 8th at midnight. Just scroll down to find it or click here. The prize package is pretty amazing — over $250 of lovely. Don’t [...]

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Urubbu Fine Greeting Cards

February 6, 2009

Wow. I felt like I had happened upon some really cool person’s secret stash when I clicked over to Urubbu. Check out their incredible greeting card designs. So handsome. I almost don’t want to share. Share and Enjoy:

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Amoretti Spring Line

February 6, 2009

To help me shake my shivers (dang! it’s cold), I’m focusing and warm images of Spring. Like these from Amoretti’s new warm weather collection. There’s also a lovely video full of cheerful footage on their site. If I can embed it here, I will. Update: Just got the embed code: [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sPDGSugUryE] Share and Enjoy:

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Playdate

February 6, 2009

Maude had a friend over after school the other day. I loved watching them keep busy making beaded jewelry. Both girls had Klutz beading kits — but different versions. Maude’s was this one. Her friend, a wonderful girl from Argentina, used a Spanish one that featured necklaces. Share and Enjoy:

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Japanese Lollipop Tags for Valentine’s Day

February 6, 2009

Do you love all thing Japanese? Me too. And so does Danielle Thompson. She’s designed a digital, printable package all kawaii-ed out with fruit. (Kawaii is Japanese for cute.) I want those lollipop tags! They would make the hippest valentines ever. Seriously. I am so in love with these. Also. In case you’re curious, the [...]

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Umi Shoes

February 6, 2009

Betty has had a total growth spurt — particularly in the feet department. It’s so cold right now that we rarely go on outings — on most days she wears fancy dressup shoes alternated with snow boots — and I’ve been able to put off buying new shoes for quite awhile. But eventually, she’s going [...]

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