Archives | April 2011

Are you a Seattle parent looking for a rainy day getaway for you and your little ones?  Have you been loving the "crafting with your little sprout" project ideas, but don't have the right materials (or cleanup crew?) We had a great time crafting in April with 10 fabulous toddlers (check it out here), and we'll be continuing the fun in May! Join us for Little Sprout Workshop, a one-hour craft workshop for you and your little one (recommended age 18months - 4 years).  We'll provide materials, smocks, & snacks, and when you leave with your little one and their masterpiece creation,...

Yesterday morning, I had the pleasure of crafting with 10 giggly-fun toddlers and their moms at our very first Little Sprout Workshop! We had a great time making bunny "peeps prints" and grass-growing bunny friends, and the kids loved their tie-dye smocks. After crafting, we enjoyed some make-your-own breakfast trail mix, some apple juice, and we re-energized moms with some hot coffee and yummy treats. And while the 10 big kids crafted, their little brothers and sisters (we had 4 infants under 7 months!) played, giggled, and slept. Looking forward to the next workshop? We'll give you details...

We just finished up an epic two weeks of birthday countdown for my 2 year old Leah. Instead of doing one giant day of presents and fun (which leaves her feeling overwhelmed and exhausted) we decided to spread the fun over the two weeks leading up to her birthday. Each day had a fun small gift (jewelry, art supplies, play-doh) or a fun activity (trip to the aquarium, trip to the farm, lunch date). Day 12 was hot pretzel making together while her baby sister was napping. We don't get a lot of one-on-one time, so it's fun to make it a really special time when we do. As an added bonus, this treat...