Life in the Mommy Lane by Riche Holmes Grant — Family Fun
The Chicest of Pumpkin Decorating Ideas? Decoupaging It with fabric! 0
Can a pumpkin make a fashion statement? Absolutely, with the right pumpkin decorating ideas. This stylish transformation requires decoupaging your ordinary pumpkin with cool fabric and adorning it with a gorgeous braided stem wrap. Try this on for size! MATERIALS Small to medium-size pumpkin (real or faux) Flat craft paintbrush Martha Stewart Crafts Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Craft Paint in Beetle Black 1/4-1/2 yard of lightweight fabric (depending on pumpkin size) Fabric scissors Medium-size foam brush Martha Stewart Crafts Decoupage Glue 8-12 inches of black braid (depending on stem size) Glue gun HOW TO MAKE THE...- Riche Holmes Grant
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Organization Tips That Will Make the School Year That Much Easier 0
These organization tips are designed to help your family get a few smart steps ahead (and keep everybody sane) throughout the school year. PHOTOGRAPHY BY: LUCAS ALLEN Create a designated study space. An essential component of setting up your child for a successful academic year is creating a dedicated study space inside your home that reflects your child's personality and learning style. Giving your child ownership in the design process will make the space much more likely to be used on a consistent basis and appreciated as a special place for studying. Note that although...- Riche Holmes Grant
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How to Make a Dazzling No-Sew Tutu 0
Trying to figure out how to sew a tutu? What if you didn't have to sew it at all! You'll love how easy it is to make this gorgeous no-sew tutu just as much as your little ballerina will love wearing it. Photo by Danielle Sara Photography MATERIALS - 1 1/2-inch ribbon (yardage will depend on waist measurement; see below) - 6-inch tulle spools in coordinating colors (2-3, depending on desired fullness) - measuring tape - scissors - 1/4-inch-thick book or piece of cardboard with desired tutu length - masking tape Photo by Riche Holmes Grant First, you...- Riche Holmes Grant
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4 Fun Projects to Do with Your Kids This Weekend 0
Make family time a little sweeter with these fun, easy, kid-friendly projects. Photo by Riche Holmes Grant POPSICLE PAINT Who doesn't love a good Popsicle on a hot summer day? Popsicle molds, water, and food coloring can also make "paintsicles" -- an easy art project that kids of all ages will want to try. Think watercolors, but way cooler. As the paintsicles melt, that's when the magic begins. "The more food coloring you add, the more vibrant the colors will be," says Anjali Varma, who counts this among her favorite art-themed projects at her Kidville Bethesda facility. Tip: Messy means more fun...- Riche Holmes Grant
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Tropical Kale Smoothie Recipe (Toddler Chef-Friendly) 0
This is one of my favorite"Mommy & Me" treats to make with toddler boss! It's a great way to introduce tiny chefs to measurements, blender safety and the awesome health benefits of kale. Our secret to making the perfect smoothie every time is to add the ice first, then the liquid and the fruit(s) and yogurt last. And if you've read my How to Make the Best Food for Your Baby eBook, then you know that I SWEAR BY our Vitamix high performance blender to take care of all our "smoothifying" needs. RECOMMENDED AGES: 12+ months. Click here to download our easy baby...- Riche Holmes Grant
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