Spooky Halloween Ghost & Spider Lanterns #FunCraftsWithMom

October is here which means I get to decorate for my second most favorite holiday of the year! Halloween! This week I wanted to make something we could use as decoration and when I was walking through my local craft store and stumbled upon some packages of paper lanterns I was struck with an idea on how to make them Halloween themed! Supplies needed: Black & White Paper … [Read more...]

Florsheim has Stylish and Durable Options for Your Kids too! {Win a $60 #GiftCard!!}

I'm a mom of three boys. It's no surprise to you that I'll tell you my kids are pretty rough on their feet. They run around outdoors and dig their feet into the dirt piles and use their soles as the scooter brake while we are on the trails. I need good durable shoes that can handle that. That can't be it though. I can't just have shoes that last. I need shoes that look good too! We don't … [Read more...]

How I Organize My Toddler’s Clothing and Closet

It's not a secret that I love shopping for Sawyer's clothes. Some might even say I'm a bit obsessed. Not only do I love shopping for all the latest and greatest kids fashions for Sawyer to wear right now but I'm constantly watching for great deals that I can stock up on for later. With all the clothes that Sawyer has I've been asked many times how I organize and store it all. I've finally managed … [Read more...]

Stained Glass from Wax Paper Leaves {Easy Autumn Craft Tutorial} #FunCraftsWithMom

I love my local bike trail. I can reach the entrance with just a small walk out my front door which makes it incredibly convenient. This time of year it becomes so beautiful and I love pulling my camera out with me. There are gorgeous leaves falling everywhere and they look so pretty all together. Last time we were out there I let Sawyer get out of the stroller and we had a fun time … [Read more...]

DIY Mosaic Fall Vase {Easy Mod Podge Autumn Craft Tutorial} #FunCraftsWithMom

  I'm running a little late getting my house all decorated for fall but it doesn't mean I'm not thinking about it. I'm not there yet because I've been trying really hard to declutter. Along with the decluttering I ended up with a box of glass I didn't want any longer. I was about to donate them until I remembered an old craft I loved to do when I was younger and thought one of the boys … [Read more...]

New Eric Carle Collection at Gymboree! #WhatDoYouSee

I was provided with compensation from Gymboree as part of my participation in this campaign. It's no secret we LOVE Gymboree here. One way or another Sawyer is wearing something Gymboree! We just love their style and the quality is great! You may have heard but there is a whole new reason to get excited about the collections at Gymboree because now they have an Eric Carle Collection of shirts … [Read more...]

{Wordless Wednesday} We Painted Our Deck PURPLE! {With #Linky}

I know I haven't posted a Wordless Wednesday since spring but it's time to get back into things and thought no time like the present. Last week we finally had our deck stained. For years it has looked like this: Now it looks like this: The color had a tint of purple in it but the place swore to us it wouldn't be strong. We did a wood sample and just loved it and called it a go. … [Read more...]

tommee tippee Closer to Nature Fiesta Fun Time Collection Bottles #Giveaway! #tommeemommee

I was provided with compensation for my participation in this campaign as a tommee mommee brand ambassador. When Sawyer was using a bottle we only used one brand and that was tommee tippee! We loved how simple and easy they were to use. I started looking at them because I wasn't wanting a glass bottle but I still wanted a bottle that gave me the ultimate reassurance and was BPA-free. I also knew … [Read more...]

My Visit to P&G Headquarters! Announcing NEW Pampers Wipes Styles {$200+ Prize Pack #Giveaway}

Last fall I was asked to become a Pampers Baby Board member and I was both thrilled and honored. Along with joining the team we also were invited to Cincinnati, OH to visit the P&G Headquarters. From the airport to the hotel we were immediately greeted with happy smiling faces to welcome us! I was super excited about getting to learn more about the brand and the people behind it! Like they … [Read more...]