DIY Handmade Doctor Play Kit (tutorial). GREAT kids gift!

I love a handmade holiday.  The gifts are so memorable and your kids know you really thought about them while you labored over a great gift....

for the love of calendars

Growing up, we used to have a calendar in every room of the house. These poster-sized calendars were given out to customers by Korean busine...

First Thursday event in London

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Friday Freebie! 15 page preschool Christmas Fun Pages from Mama's Learning Corner!

I am printing these off as we speak!  Great entertainment for the little ones so we can get some crafting for Christmas done!  Sure beats TV...

Felt Christmas Tree Advent Calendar & Kids Felt Play Tree in one!

I wanted to share this quick easy tutorial for a handmade felt Christmas tree advent calendar. It is similar to one I saw at Pottery Barn. N...

my week

it's been 15 years since we've brought a puppy home she's a lot like our first dog- so very sweet . . . but a tad more fearless ...

Limited-edition linocut giveaway

I nearly forgot that it is my Etsy shop's anniversary today!  I've been quite busy these past few weeks helping out with a church ar...

Gifts that bring JOY and OPPORTUNITY to the poor!

Gifts that bring joy and opportunity to the poor! View on the Web  |  Forward to a Friend Dear Kristy, This Black Friday, instead of running...

How To Have a Peaceful, Budget Friendly Christmas Season.

We had a wonderful Thanksgiving up at my parents with all the kid-lets, my uncle, and some friends.  We ate a beautiful feast.  Of course I ...