I really racked my brains coming up with this one. I wanted to make a memorable, edible treat to pass out to my children’s teachers. My kids have about 30 (ish) teachers between the four of them and when you multiply that by Starbucks Giftcards, you can see why we may never be able to…
{Ikea Hack} Giant Lawn Menorahs from Fangst & Fniss
We live in one of those neighborhoods that goes all out for the holidays. Competition and cash prizes for the tract with the most holiday spirit. Our home is on a prominent corner, ripe for over the top decor. However… we are Jews. We were uncomfortable, therefore, when the neighborhood committee presented us with luminaria…
DIY Gift: Fairy House Kits
The best things in life are free…. Or nearly. I’ve loved fairy houses ever since I can remember. It’s been one of my greatest pleasures as a parent, watching and helping my kids while away an afternoon crafting and playing with their magical abodes. The Waldorf School that my kids used to attend was a…
{DIY} Present Sack Pillowcases
For many years I worked as a clothing designer and manufacturer. I got to play with great fabrics and this led to adorable clothing for my kids and a prodigious fabric stash for myself. I also got burnt out on elaborate sewing projects. I literally put my machines away, for years. However, as my second…
Drive Through Kid Bike Wash Sprinkler DIY
I wish I had come up with this one all on my own. But credit must be given where credit is due and in this case, it is due to Family Fun Magazine. You can download the basic bike/kid wash plans here. I should note we left out the gate (which is in the plans)….