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Sweet Valentine’s Day Ideas

February 4, 2013 by crayonsandcroissants

It’s hard to resist the excitement of celebrating Valentine’s Day. Hearts, flowers, cards and sweets – what’s not to like?  I have been feeling particularly inspired by Valentine’s crafts, decorations and recipes this year and I’d like to share some of my favorites with you. Keep little hands busy with these adorable, easy and creative Valentine’s salt dough hearts from the blog, George’s Haus. Decorate with stamps and use as necklaces, garlands or even gift tags! Bring a smile to your little […]

Categories: Bites, Craft • Tags: Children, Crafts, Food, Holidays, Valentine's Day

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Celebrating New Year’s Eve with Kids

December 31, 2012 by crayonsandcroissants

Little M and I have begun our countdown to 2013. We have stocked up on our party hats, noisemakers and confetti (all thanks to his resourceful grandmother – thanks mom!) and we are ready to ring in the new year! Here are some of my favorite New Year’s Eve party ideas for those of you who are planning to celebrate with your little ones. Keep kids entertained and involved in the evening with these New Year countdown activity bags from The […]

Categories: Bites, Craft, Play • Tags: Activities, Children, Crafts, Family, Food, Holidays, New Year

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Gift Guide

December 6, 2012 by crayonsandcroissants

It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Well… wonderful but also incredibly busy! There are cookies to bake, holiday crafts to create and presents to buy and wrap. Check out this gift guide, which I hope will make it easier to find perfect presents for the little ones. Wee Can Too is one of our favorite sources for eco-conscious and kid-friendly art supplies. This year they have outdone themselves with their Veggie Holiday Art Kit, which includes sculpting dough (bonus: it […]

Categories: Craft, Nest, Play, Read, Shop • Tags: books, Children, Crafts, Family, gift guide, Holidays, Organic, Toys

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EEK-o friendly Halloween

October 17, 2012 by crayonsandcroissants

Halloween is right around the corner and we are counting down the days until October 31st. Little M has his costume all picked out. He will be an adorable – I mean very scary – skeleton! We can’t wait for all the trick-or-treaters to come to our door in their costumes. Little M and I have done some research to come up with a list of safe, stylish and spooky picks to help you have a happy and eco-conscious Halloween. […]

Categories: Play, Shop • Tags: Activities, Children, Crafts, Eco-conscious, Family, Food, Halloween, Holidays, Organic, Toys

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