Best Free Art Museum for Kids in Los Angeles
Imagine the joy I feel when my daughter tells me she wants to see artwork by Henri Matisse on the weekend? Melt. My. Heart. Maisie and I like to explore art and be creative on our downtime. The weekends are the highlight of my week! Working full-time doesn't...
We Made a Necklace! Our Creative Day in LA
Earlier this summer, Maisie and I had the opportunity to attend a local workshop where we learned how to wire wrap jewelry. A friend of mine, Philip Graulty, introduced me to his new venture, People's Pop-Up. This is a business after my heart. Being a busy, full-time...
Why Every Mom Should Send Flowers To Herself
(Disclosure: I was provided a review bouquet of flowers courtesy of The Bouqs Co. - affiliate link) Who doesn't like flowers? Flowers are natures way of smiling at us... I remembered a quote that was something like that. Well, the real quote is this... The earth...
How to Paint With Straws: Fancy Fireworks!
Does your family enjoy watching fireworks on the Fourth of July? Do you enjoy learning fun ways to paint? Capture fun memories and create the explosive effects of fireworks with this fun and easy art project. In this article, I'll show you how to use a fun, unique...
How to Create a Vintage Style Photo on Canvas with Inkjet Photo Transfer
Have you ever wanted to capture a photo on canvas? Would you like to make your own that is original and unique? Let me show you how... Most recommendations are that you use color laser copies - well who has one of those at home? Not me... so inkjet it is! I knew the...
Art For Kids: Monet-Inspired Photo Transfer Project
Do you enjoy observing nature with your kids? What is your favorite time of day to be outside? Have you noticed how the light at different times of day changes how we see the colors around us? Capture your “impressions” of the outdoors and learn how to make them come...
Art for Kids: Matisse-Inspired Paper Cutouts
How to “Paint with Scissors” and Create a Paper Garden! Do you enjoy spending time outside with your kids? Do the shapes and colors in nature inspire you to be creative? Bring your outdoor inspirations inside and create an imaginative “paper garden”. In this article,...
Parenting Adventures Podcast Launches for Busy Parents Seeking Fun Kids Activities
Driving home from work today I listened to the first episode of the Parenting Adventures Podcast. In this opening episode, Michael Stelzer connects with busy parents and tugs at your heart strings. As a parent who works full-time, I desire more time and...
Art for Kids: How to Make Paper Plate Fishbowls
Maisie's first year of school is quickly coming to an end. I took an opportunity last week to share an art project with her kindergarten class. The weeks leading up to last week have all been centered around their recent field trip to the Aquarium of the Pacific in...