To create her prints, Ward uses a mixed media technique of watercolor and vintage-paper collage. What a lovely gift it would be to give your little person one of Lindsay Ward’s books along with a print or grouping of prints from the book’s illustrations!
Today I’m 40
Upon turning 40, I’m thinking about the only two people in the world who have known me since the day I was born. Here are some of the gifts my parents have given me over the past 40 years.
From my inbox: Silvery sweetness
This photo was sent to me recently. Too beautiful not to share! I love receiving photos like this — it makes me so happy. Have a photo of your child wearing Adooka to share with us? Send it to: h e l l o [a t] c r o w i n g s .…
Holiday Gift Guide: Blurb custom books gift center
Blurb lets you publish your own custom book including photos, text, and even artwork, with the quality of a fine coffee table book. These books are seriously beautiful.
Homemade alphabet soup
Today I came up with this recipe, which tasted remarkably like the Campbell’s I remember from my youth, but so much better. Add grilled cheese on whole wheat and you have a complete, nutritious, and kid-friendly meal.
What to do with leftover Halloween candy
Still have leftover Halloween candy hanging around? Here are some things you can do with it.
Merchandising a new store with vintage fixtures
Since this is my first experience at setting up a retail store, I thought I’d share the process.
Barefoot for them
On October 10th, 2013 (that’s today!), Soles4Souls isasking people to go barefoot for one day in solidarity with all those who cannot afford a simple pair of shoes.
Our new store is now open!
We are thrilled to announce the opening of our new retail store location in Shaker Heights, Ohio!
Social fabric: Community gardens
Being in nature and digging in the earth are great for kids. The thing is, a lot of families (like ours) don’t have rambling wooded acreage to frolic around in. Community gardens can fill this void.