by Krista Fabregas | Family & Home Safety |
Welcome, summer! School is out and families are looking forward to spending a little quality time together – usually away from home enjoying the great outdoors. Whether it’s a three-week vacation camping in the mountains, a week at a theme park, or a weekend at...
by Krista Fabregas | Family & Home Safety |
Fall brings about many changes – crisp cool air, new school schedules and holiday visits. These are just a few of the things that change the family routine and – believe it or not – increase the risk of accidental poisonings! Here are a few hints to help protect your...
by Krista Fabregas | Kid-Smart Kid's Rooms |
We bought a white iron daybed for my then-three-year-old daughter’s “big girl bed.” Daybeds are decorative and functional choices in kids’ rooms for many reasons. First, without the trundle unit underneath, daybeds provide ample out-of-the-way...
by Krista Fabregas | Faves! Family-Friendly Home, Living Spaces |
Yes! Fitting slipcovers to sofas and loveseats with loose-back pillows and cushions, “T” style cushions or other fit challenges can be done. Here are some tips that help get the job done. This sofa recently found a new home as playroom seating, but it was...
by Krista Fabregas | DIY Kid-Friendly Decor & Home Style, Kid-Smart Kid's Rooms, Organizing & Storage |
Kids books come in many shapes and sizes which can make storing them on shelves or between bookends difficult – not to mention messy and often hard for little ones to manage! Our solution? We made handy DIY decorative book baskets to help kids easily sort and...
by Krista Fabregas | DIY Kid-Friendly Decor & Home Style, Halloween Ideas, Living Spaces |
It’s So Easy it’s Spooky! Two simple polar fleece panels come together without a single stitch to create a cuddly no-sew fleece pillow perfect for crisp fall weather — and scary stories! This is a great family craft project. Anyone who can tie a knot...
by Krista Fabregas | Entertaining & Party, Gift Ideas & Gift Guides, Snacks & Party Fare |
Homemade recipe in a jar gifts with beautifully layered ingredients topped with a flourish are a thoughtful and economical way to treat friends, coworkers, neighbors or teachers to the flavors of the season. And making them is easy and fun – especially if you get the...
by Krista Fabregas | DIY Kid-Friendly Decor & Home Style, Living Spaces |
Got a little extra wall space? Showcase your snapshots, favorite family pictures or gotta-see-it candid shots in a great-looking family photo gallery that’s easy to change and update as your photo collection grows. Materials: Gallery-style photo frames...
by Krista Fabregas | DIY Kid-Friendly Decor & Home Style, Living Spaces |
If your refrigerator serves as a combination community information board, modern art museum and play area, you need strong, unbreakable magnets. We searched for good looking (or at least fun) magnets that fit the bill, but finally gave up and made our own using...
by Krista Fabregas | Living Spaces |
A few basic shelves and spare containers turn any sunny window into a garden spot! Fresh herbs brighten any meal, from simple soups to gourmet dinners. But how many busy family cooks can step away from simmering pots and active kids to harvest a last-minute touch of...
by Krista Fabregas | Easter Ideas |
Our Easter Wreath is an inexpensive, easy-to-make twist on the classic grapevine wreath and adds a festive Spring-fresh Easter touch to a door or wall. It also makes a great centerpiece on your Easter table as a fun “nest” for a stuffed or chocolate bunny...
by Krista Fabregas | Faves! Family-Friendly Home, Faves! Organization |
Whether you’re chasing a busy toddler or are an empty-nester, homes can sometimes feel ready to burst at the seams. But a little creativity and a few repurposed pieces can easily add space and help organize the things you just can’t live without. Here are...
by Krista Fabregas | Uncategorized |
We’ve helped thousands of customers choose the right slipcover solution for their home, and have made or installed countless slipcovers ourselves. Though we no longer sell ready-made furniture slipcovers, we’ve compiled this slipcover shopping guide to...
by Krista Fabregas | Faves! Family-Friendly Home |
Over the years, customers and website visitors have asked our thoughts on picking the best paints and finishes for busy family spaces, nurseries and kid’s rooms. While we’re not professional painters, we seem to make a hobby of painting, re-painting, and re-...
by Krista Fabregas | Faves! Plastic Tableware Picks |
If you’re on the hunt for plastic tableware for any reason — everyday, special occasion, outdoor, or a fun look — you’ll discover a selection that has never been better! Plastic tableware has moved far, FAR beyond thin picnic plates in kitschy...
