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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...
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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...
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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...
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Lessons on Gratitude from Arianna Huffington's Thrive Course 1

*This post also appears on HuffingtonPost.com here. My 38th birthday present to myself was Arianna Huffington’s 6-week #ThriveOCourse on Oprah.com.  At the time, I felt myself floating in a dangerous sea of constant overwhelm.  I was growing one business while preparing to return to another, raising my 2-year-old toddler boss, averaging 4-5 hours of sleep on a good night and battling almost-daily migraines. It was hearing Arianna’s story about passing out at her desk and waking up in a pool of blood that finally gave me the wake-up call that I needed.  I thought about how hard...
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Fun, Stylish Ways to Organize Toys 0

If you’ve ever felt the excruciating pain of stepping on a Lego or spent hours putting away toys (only to repeat the next day), then you’ll appreciate these fun, stylish toy storage tips. We asked an organizational guru, a mom, and an interior designer for their best ideas. Design and Photo by Rachel and Company Get Organized First Organizational guru Rachel Rosenthal, of Rachel and Company in the Washington, DC area, suggests the following steps before you even start to think about designing (or redesigning) your child’s play space: First, take out all of the toys from...
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