Category : Arts

09 Jan - 2014

by mamaschmama

I’m learning how to sew.  If I ever open an Etsy store, it will be called “It’s the thought that counts.”  In honor of my new machine, each family member will receive a handcrafted gift courtesy of me and my

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30 Dec - 2013

by mamaschmama

I received a sewing machine for a gift.  It’s a Brother and that’s the brand they use on Project Runway.  My husband joked that I could audition for Mama Project Runway and I thought POST. Before I jump the gun

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by mamaschmama

I went to my son’s preschool orientation last week and after calming all the (parental) first-timers down, the principal said “Put down the damn i-devices and give your kid a freakin’ marker.”  Well, basically that’s what she said.  On cue,

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by mamaschmama

Wanting to get a head start on the holidays? Cut out a gingerbread man shape from brown paper and have your kid glue googly eyes on him. Take white paper and draw the outline of the gingerbread man.  Have your

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by mamaschmama

I have a terrible memory.  I often tell my sister that I probably have some sort of condition that makes me forget.  She tells me I just don’t pay attention.  (Side note: My sister went to law school so she’s

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