Tag Archives: toys

Elfie the Elf On the Shelf

Posted on December 5, 2011 at 8:00 am
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Is there an Elf on the Shelf in your house? The scout elf arrived at our house this weekend and the girls have been so fascinated by him. Kaye named him Elfie but Elle says his name is Super Why. … Continue reading →

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Sand Play Dough Recipe

Posted on June 28, 2011 at 8:00 am
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Thanks for your responses regarding the summer pen pal exchange. I’ll post more about it later this week and help you get one set up for your children. My girls are loving the packages they receive in the mail and … Continue reading →

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BTB Tips #25: Stop Fray Edges

Posted on April 6, 2011 at 8:00 am
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If you have daughters, you will know exactly what I am talking about, fray edges. A lot of their dress up clothes are made from fabric that will fray. Not only dress up clothes but anything with ribbon and other … Continue reading →

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Magnetic Number Toys Tutorial

Posted on March 9, 2011 at 8:00 am
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I have been wanting to make felt toys and finally got around to it. I decided to start with numbers first, then I’ll venture into the alphabet and later other stuff. I made these magnetic. I ordered online some strong … Continue reading →

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Friday’s 5 at 5: All Time Greatest Toys

Posted on February 25, 2011 at 5:00 am
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Time Magazine put out a list of All-Time 100 Greatest Toys and oh the memories. It was also amazing to see how the toys have traveled through time. Here are my picks for my five favorites from the list. Ones … Continue reading →

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