Christmas Gifts for Girls (Ages 7 and Up) ~ Mariel’s Picks 2011
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Christmas Gifts for Girls (Ages 7 and Up) ~ Mariel’s Picks 2011

Gifts for Girls (ages 7 and up) ~ I admit, I’m a little clueless when it comes to girls over the age of 7, because I haven’t had one, yet!  Soon enough, soon enough.  Luckily, I have a fantastic friend, Lisa, who does.  She shared tons of fun ideas with me…I give her credit for…

Christmas Gifts for Girls (Ages 3 to 6) ~ Mariel’s Picks 2011
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Christmas Gifts for Girls (Ages 3 to 6) ~ Mariel’s Picks 2011

  Christmas Gifts for Girls (Ages 3 to 6) ~ I used to love paper dolls, just as much as Barbies, when I was little.  With all the fancy-schmancy toys now days, I’ve wondered if paper dolls would even slightly impress my girls.  I hope so!  I ran into these awesome Personalized Paper Dolls by…

Gifts for Babies & Toddlers ~ Mariel’s Picks 2011
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Gifts for Babies & Toddlers ~ Mariel’s Picks 2011

Gift Ideas for Babies & Toddlers ~  Books make great presents for babies.  They love being read to, cuddling with mom or dad, and sometimes even being tickled.  This Tickle Monster Book with Tickle Hands is adorable.  Perfect reviews, of course.  And, I know my little ones would get a kick out of it!  A…

Gift Ideas: One Year Old Boy or Girl (part 2)
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Gift Ideas: One Year Old Boy or Girl (part 2)

Yesterday, Baby Joe turned the big ONE.  And, let me tell you…it’s been a long year.  This kid is by far the most opinionated, overly-sensitive, hard-to-please, baby that I’ve ever had.  (And, I’ve had a few.)  It doesn’t change the fact that I love him to death and could suck on his cheeks all day…

Personalized Books on CD ~ A special homemade gift for kids or grandkids!
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Personalized Books on CD ~ A special homemade gift for kids or grandkids!

I heard this idea recently that I had to share.  I think it would be sooo cute for grandparents to give to their grandchildren…or, even just to your own little ones.  It’s to record your OWN voice reading stories on CD and include them with the actual book for a gift!  My kids LOVE having…

fabric flower hair bow
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Fabric Flower Hair Bow Tutorial (she: Jill)

Hi! My name is Jill. I love all things handmade, and even though I’m not the most talented or crafty, I still enjoy taking time to learn and have fun making different projects! My dear mom came to visit me last week and taught me how to make these adorable fabric flowers. These are so…