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How to Make a Kite Out of Paper 1

Celebrate the sunny days and perfect winds of spring with this simple, family-friendly kite made from paper, straws, string, and tape. Coated kite paper adds durability, while a decorative tissue paper overlay and glitter-painted dowel give the kite a touch of flair. Materials - Martha Stewart Multi-Surface Glitter Acrylic Craft Paint in Lemon Drop - 1 toilet paper tube- 6 medium-width, sturdy straws- 3 yards of washi tape- 3 1/2 yards of twine-1 sheet of decorative tissue paper (20" x 30")- 1 sheet of kite paper (20" x 30")- 30-60 feet of kite string- Thin ribbon in assorted colors...
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Natural Easter Egg Colors to Dye For 0

This is a fun, family-friendly project that requires you to be equal parts cook and chemist. I tested a total of 14 ingredients, and the selections below are my picks for generating the most vibrant colors. The process can be lengthy (I let my eggs soak overnight), so be sure to allocate at least a few hours to create your masterpieces before you plan on using them. Each batch makes about 2 cups of dye. If you need more, you can increase the amount by following the ratios given below. MATERIALS: - White eggs and carton-...
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A Fabulously Chic Designer Easter Basket for Kids 0

At 2 years old, my daughter has got a style that's uniquely her own. I used her taste as a guide for assembling the perfect Easter basket. I started with a beautiful handmade basket from Good Wishes Quilts that I had personalized with my daughter Riley's name. The designer included a card with good wishes for a long and happy life, which I gladly put inside the basket too. I love the modern look of the basket, and Riley will love that she can use it to carry her toddler essentials in style long after Easter. Next, since...
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Easy Almond Butter Recipe (Toddler Chef-Friendly) 0

A few weeks ago, I bought a sample of almond butter from Whole Foods for toddler boss to try and she loved it so much that I decided to add it to our repertoire. So easy to make; all you need are a few ingredients and a good food processor.  In the photo below, we used it to make "sandwiches" for a little tea party.  One batch makes about 20 of these, so they're also a great peanut alternative for easy group treats.  RECOMMENDED AGES:  12+ months.  Click here to download our easy baby food reference chart to keep...
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Thanksgiving in Middleburg at the Salamander Resort & Spa 0

I have such a love/hate relationship with Thanksgiving. There, I said it. Finally. I love cooking and spending time with the fam (of course!), but let's just keep it real: it's A LOT of work. I spend six weeks planning a fabulous meal and countless hours on my feet, but I never get to sit down long enough to really enjoy the food. That's the part I hate. And the cleaning...don't even get me started. This year, I decided to remix Thanksgiving and make it way more enjoyable for me. My husband came up with the brilliant idea to go...
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