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Embroidery Projects and Decor for Kids and Kid Spaces

February 22 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

photo via Oh Hi (spotted at Prudent Baby).   I've been stumbling upon lots of kid-friendly embroidery projects lately.  And since this Friday afternoon is my big post over at sewing-blog-extraordinaire MADE, I thought now would be the perfect time to share them.  All of these projects would look great in a kids' space - I'm especially digging the reverse embroidered name art above. photo via plumpudding.   What's even better, most entail kids participation … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Design with Kids in Mind

“Build a Fort Kit” – Another Terrific Handmade Gift Idea for Kids

February 18 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

If you saw this recent post, then you know I'm a big fan of forts.  As such, I've been wanting to share these brilliant Build A Fort Kits with you ever since I spied them over at Salt Water Kids.  We're only a week away from my turn to post for Celebrate the Boy (make sure you come back to check that out next Friday afternoon!) so I thought today would be the perfect time.  Not only is this a sewing related project (like most of those at MADE), but Salt Water Kids is also a fellow contributor … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Creating & Engaging

How To Reap the Many Benefits of Play Dough

February 17 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

The benefits of play dough play: hand writing, fine motor skills, creativity, and more!

photo via LPF Designs.   I've been meaning to do a post on the benefits of play dough for a while now.  I don't know about you, but I loved the stuff as a kid.  Maybe it's the nostalgia factor, but even now there's something almost cathartic about playing with it.  As it turns out, it's great for the little ones too.   You may remember I featured Jennifer Hallissy's book The Write Start: A Guide to Nurturing Writing at Every Stage, from Scribbling to Forming Letters and Writing … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Creating & Exploring Tagged With: benefits of play dough, diy play dough, homemade play dough, learning with play dough, play dough tools

Honoring Kids’ Artwork: Part 5 – Transform It

February 16 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

For the conclusion of this series, I've got one last way to keep kids' art over the long term - by turning it into something else.  There are a ton of options out there for doing this, ranging from homemade crafty to high tech and professional.  Above is a beautiful example of a blog header made from a finger painting.      photos via lilla a And here is lilla a's transformation of a child's drawing into a cuddly doll.  If you'd like to try this but aren't sure where to start, check … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Design with Kids in Mind, Parenting

Dolls for Boys in Honor of Celebrate the Boy!

February 15 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

I'm really excited to share some big news with you today.  I've been selected to contribute to Celebrate the Boy over at MADE.  If you haven't stopped by MADE you gotta check it out, it's chock-full of inspiring projects and gorgeous photography... seriously, go now - I'll wait. Ok, now that you're back you know that they're once again doing a whole month of projects dedicated to boys. The fun starts today and lasts until March 15th - isn't that a great idea?                       Zubels … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Toy Recommendations

Lovable Robots

February 14 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

My New Robot at Fall Down Tree (via Cove Street)When I was a kid robots were freaky, not cute.  Case in point, ever see Return to Oz (the much darker sequel to The Wizard of Oz)?  Remember the wheelies? I had nightmares about them for years.  Actually, I'm not sure if the wheelies were technically robots... the point being that robots these days are of the much more lovable "Wall-E" persuasion. And, since it's Valentine's day, I thought we should celebrate their newfound sweetness. Popping … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Design with Kids in Mind

Candy-Free Valentine Inspiration

February 11 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

Magnifying Glass Valentine at dandee.   I know everyone is doing the Valentine round up post but I just couldn't resist.  I was so excited to have Design Mom, Ucreate with kids, Kidzlist.com, and The Crafty Crow share my Valentine that I had to pay it forward.  Plus, there are so many inspired ideas out there, especially of the candy-free variety which I'm loving as a mom of a toddler.  (Side note: there are 3 from dandee alone - which is why it's officially my new favorite site, check … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Seasonal Fun

Family Dinner Conversation Starters

February 10 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

I recently posted about some clever placemats that help get kids talking about their day.  If you'd like to foster even more communication at the dinner table, be sure to check out these Family Dinner Questions over at HowDoesShe?  They've compiled an impressive list of topics to cover while you're chowing down.  Themes are varied and are sure to generate answers ranging from surprising and silly to sweet and insightful. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Simple Ideas

Honoring Kids’ Artwork: Part 4 – Put It Behind Glass

February 9 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

This is C's very first piece of art, created at his toddler group at age 1. It sits proudly on the mantle in our playroom.  Part 4 of this series is all about showing that your little ones' creations are worthy of being protected.  Putting the pieces behind glass does just that and floating frames like these are ideal because they work well with art that's not square or rectangular.     The above photo is from my living room and is one of the first things that visitors see … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Design with Kids in Mind, Parenting

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