It's Monday everyone and I've got good news and bad news.  The good news is Christmas is less than a week away!  The bad news is today is the LAST day to get your Amazon ordering done if you don't want to pay for express shipping (or if you want free shipping for qualifying purchases over $25).  If you're a procrastinator like me, don't panic.  Just for you, I spent last night updating the MPMK Favorites shop. In the Toddler Gear section you'll find 101 of my all time favorite toys for tots.  … [Read more...]

It's been three years since the hubby and I grew from an "us" to a full-fledged family and I'm ashamed to say that in all that time we've never had professional photos taken.  It seemed like the timing was never right. I wanted to lose the baby weight, then for C to be walking, then for S to arrive and so on and so forth.But no more - I'm very pleased to be able to say that thanks to MPMK's newest sponsor, Carrie Stroud Photography, I now have a bevy of beautiful family photos to hang on the … [Read more...]

If you need an excuse to get crafty, it seems like back-to-school time is it.  What better way to get your kiddos excited about learnin' than a few fun crafts?  Plus sending the kids off with something made especially for them is great for easing first day jitters.  Here are my top five picks:   Easy book covers by Martha Stewart.  After reading my friend Mariah's new book (review and giveaway to come!), I've developed a serious thing for maps.  I want to put them just about everywhere … [Read more...]

It's no secret I'm a big fan of all things Etsy.  One of my favorite aspects of the online artisan community is its soul.  A quality that is best exhibited during times of need.   So as soon as I heard about the devastation in Japan I started crafting this post in my head.  I knew that Etsy would soon be brimming with items benefiting relief efforts and when I hopped on the site to investigate I wasn't dissapointed.  Click through for all sorts of goodies for your kids, yourself, your … [Read more...]

You may remember this Valentine roundup featuring some super sweet ideas from dandee.  Well, recently I took a peek at the site's Etsy shop and was delighted to find "Spring in a Can".  I love the modern (yet cozy) aesthetic almost as much as I love the clever idea.  This is just what I need to remind me that spring is on the way and I know C will be fascinated by the growing greenery.  Read more for a few more indoor growing activities the kids will love. This DIY Moss Terrarium Kit … [Read more...]