Tag Archives: DIY

Wild One party: behind the scenes

Setting up the paper-covered wall. No walls were harmed in the making of this project! I used a LOT of blue painter’s tape. 

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A gift for Jackson

The wrapping paper was lovingly decorated by Jacob.  I suppose you may want to know what it is…

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Building a water table

Jacob had his last day of preschool on tiesday, so Wednesday was the first official day of summer. We have made a summer bucket list (pictures to come) and dove right in on day 1 with a summer activity. Josh … Continue reading

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Crystal heart sun catcher 

I know today is February 15, but I never had a chance to share this fun and easy science experiment-style craft Jacob and I did. Dissolve 1/3 cup or more of borax in hot water in a wide-mouth Mason jar … Continue reading

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Jacob’s 4th Birthday Party: Under Construction

Jacob chose the theme for his fourth birthday party soon after his third. He LOVED having a party for his birthday, and after his third birthday train party, he was on cloud nine. He told everyone we met about it. … Continue reading

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An Incredible Halloween

Starring:                          

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An Incredible Halloween

   More pictures coming!

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Hand puppets

At a recent trip to michaels, Jacob and I stumbled on these eyeball rings. We had played with them at preschool last year, and it was always fun.            

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The Mimi Shirts

My mom recently turned 60, and I had found perfect shirts for both boys to give her. Jackson wasn’t born yet, but we were ready for him…

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Baby memento frames

Now that my office area lives in our master bedroom, I have hung some artwork over my desk to personalize the space.  i had made a shadow box frame of Jacob’s newborn mementos, so I made another for Jackson. I … Continue reading

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