This post contains affiliate links. When I’m designing for my laser cutter, I actually like using MDF (medium density fiberboard) quite a bit. I like it because it’s inexpesnive and easy to work with, but it doesn’t always get the best finish when I paint it. Well, I’ve figured out how the get the best […]
Speed Test: Glowforge vs. Aeon Mira
This post contains affiliate links. I’m in a number of laser user groups, and this is something that comes up quite often… the Glowforge is an amazing laser for a new user, and I stand by my opinion that it’s the best starter laser on the market. As your business grows, though, you can also […]
Navigating the Choppy Waters of Teen Parenting
This post is made possible with support from the Center for Parent and Teen Communication, part of Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. All opinions are my own. Every stage of parenting has its challenges. While we’re past the age of potty training and learning to ride a bike, the teenage years provide so many new ways […]
Dental Care without Fear
This post is made possible with support from Kids Care Dental & Orthodontics. All opinions are my own. I have always been a high-stress dental patient; I had some less than great experiences when I was a kid, so it has always been a significant source of stress for me. When Max (finally!) started getting […]
Grinch Kabob Treats
This post contains affiliate links. We love all things Grinch around this time of year, so it only makes sense that we have some sweet Grinch themed kabob snacks for our next movie night at home. We’ll just rent How the Grinch Stole Christmas and settle in with our snacks! They’re incredibly easy to make, […]
100 Stocking Stuffer Ideas
This post contains affiliate links. Every year, it seems like the same problem. I’m stumped when it comes time to think of what to put in stockings for Max and Jamie, so I’m always looking for big lists of stocking stuffer ideas for them When Max was little, it was easy; a couple of board […]
Stocking Stuffers for Star Wars Fans
This post contains affiliate links. This year has been a tough one for so many of us, especially for Disneyland and Disney World addicts like ourselves. We made four trips to Southern California last year to check out Batuu, so between that and not getting a new Star Wars movie this year, times have been […]
Merry and Bright Book Stack Decor
This post contains affiliate links. Looking for an easy craft project to update your holiday decor this year? A handful of dollar store hardcover books and some craft paint quickly transform into a trendy book stack. The perfect farmhouse style home décor with a sweet message for the holiday season. Book Stack Supplies 3 Hardcover […]
6 Advent calendars that would totally ruin Christmas
This post contains affiliate links. Ahhh, it’s almost December and children all over the world will wake soon to open the first door on their Advent Calendar, that beloved countdown to Christmas morning. Around here, we do a chocolate one from IKEA, and the LEGO City one of course, but then we started talking about some TERRIBLE […]