Life in the Mommy Lane by Riche Holmes Grant — Christmas

Painted Jingle Bell Ornaments for Kids 0

These painted jingle bells are a fun and easy project for little makers (like my toddler boss) who want to create their own Christmas tree ornaments. It's also a great way to teach (or reinforce) colors and what happens when you mix them.   Materials: Gold or silver jingle bells (sizes vary) Paper plates  Flat craft paintbrush Multi-surface high gloss acrylic paint (preferred brand: Martha Stewart Crafts) Scissors Metallic cord Directions: 1. Cover your workspace completely. I want to stress the word "completely" because I'm always amazed by how widely paint can travel in the hands of...

3 Christmas Table Tree Decorations that Bring the Bling 0

With simple materials from your local crafts store, you can create eye-catching Christmas table decorations that add an impressive wow-factor to your holiday table -- in just a few steps! Photo by Riche Holmes Grant  Fringe Benefits Sparkly silver fringe and a topper made from deconstructed garland make this Christmas table decoration a stunning focal point. Measure the circumference of your cone in 1.5-inch sections from the bottom to the top before purchasing the fringe so that you don't over- or under- buy.   Photo by Riche Holmes Grant  Materials Papier mache cone of desired...

BambiniWare at the White House for Christmas 0

When I told toddler boss that we were going to see the Christmas decorations at the White House, she asked me if "Michelle" was going to be there. Apparently, they are on a first name basis thanks to the First Lady's appearance on Doc McStuffins. In case you missed that episode, she really does say, "You can call me 'Michelle.'" So cool on so many levels. Although Michelle couldn't join us due to officially FLOTUS business, we did see the First Family's Portuguese Water Dogs, Bo and Sunny, on our way in. I took way too...

7 Ways Moms Can De-Stress the Holidays 0

This year, Christmas break has the potential of going really well or being a complete disaster for me. I'd planned to keep things low key (as in no real work for two weeks), but an amazing opportunity landed in my inbox last week and now I'm definitely working every day.  This is literally a dream come true for me (don't worry, I'll share soon:-), but I still want to enjoy some semblance of holiday festivities and also stay sane in the process. Oh, and there's this little matter of toddler boss, who is definitely expecting my full attention.  Definitely....