My almost three year old shot into the world (four hour labor and delivery), couldn’t sleep through the night as a baby (actually she still doesn’t), was a high energy toddler who constantly needed her mother’s attention, and is...
Hi friends! I am so excited to share this with you today! Next month we'll be mixing and mingling with some amazing women to talk blogs and brands at this one-day conference put on by the gals of Junk in...
Hey mamas! I'm starting a new theme of posts on fashion and beauty. I am by no means an expert in either of these categories, but I am so in love with finding new and fun fashion and beauty...
It's so hard to write the word EXTENDED without the fear of someone thinking I'm a total weirdo and still breastfeeding an eight year old! Let's clear the air- my daughter is only a year and ten months (pictured...
A few weeks ago, I had one of those amazing moments as a teacher when angels sing and the world is, for a few minutes, brighter and cleaner.
Let me give you some back story- the middle school where I...
I love my girls. Really love them. However, on a day to day basis, I have a difficult time being present with them. Doing things like getting down on the floor with them to play, reading more than just...
It’s here! Our short season of winter, where we can put on cozy sweaters, have a fire in the fireplace, and go outside in jackets and mittens! Now, I know some residents of Phoenix curse even our mild winters...
Are you use to writing 2013 yet? It always takes me awhile. The end of 2012 was a bit of a whirlwind in our home. As if the craze of holidays wasn't enough, we had two sick kiddos, a...
As some of you probably know, West Valley Moms Blog is part of a national network (City Moms Blog) that is designed to connect moms to information and parenting perspectives unique to the communities in which they live. We...
As my oldest child's 18th birthday is fast approaching in just a few short days, I thought it would be appropriate to share what birthdays look like around here. After all, we have been celebrating them for quite some...
Happy New Year West Valley Moms! Ready for another great year? If you're new around here West Valley Moms is on Instagram! Instagram is a fun and easy way to share pictures with your friends and family, all from the convenience of your...
This time of year is so fun! The holidays surround us, everything is decorated, Christmas songs are playing, and there are tons of parties and celebration going on. While I love all of these things and participate in most...
Each year, we seem to add more and more traditions to our growing family. I love it! I'm curious which ones will stay and which ones won't. Some of the things that we are doing now, I can guarantee...
I'm having a serious holiday identity crisis and it's reaching the height of its intensity this week before Christmas.
My perceptive three-year-old has been asking a lot of questions about Santa, my Pinterest boards are blowing up with cooler moms'...
Since getting married, having our son, and having just way too many people to buy gifts for, my husband and I typically just give each other really awesome (or so we think) stockings. This year however, I am stumped!...
Well, the holiday season is in full swing, which means wonderful music, decorations, and events… and also extra responsibilities, events, and stress. Hopefully your December is trending more towards the wonderful-ness than the stressfulness!
If you’re like me, and some...
It's that time of year when between family, work, and kid's activities, it seems there's a holiday party at least every weekend. As a mom, I don't always have the hours that I would like to get all dolled...
Feeling crafty this Holiday Season?
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Pinterest has ideas whatever reason
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You may spend so many hours
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Pinning, Pinning, and repining
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Crafting is fun! Go Pin some more!
Here are some of my top 3 favorite DIY Holiday Gifts I plan on using this season all...
I absolutely love repurposing anything into something else useful or cute. Today, I want to show you how to make headbands out of a t-shirt. I always keep old t-shirt that my husband is giving up, ones that have...
Hi ladies! We're mixing it up on Instagram this month and instead of features, today I'm sharing a fun DIY Instagram Ornament project that would make GREAT gifts or stocking stuffers for your family this holiday!
What you’ll need:
Rectangle...
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My name is Kara and I'm a creative mommy blogger over at Mine for the Making.
I love sharing tutorials, recipes, printables, frugal decor ideas, mommy adventures, fashion, and all things DIY. I enjoy painting and designing...
I saw this idea on Pinterest a while back. I planned on being a serious DIY-er and making my play-doh from scratch, but yeah....like that was going to happen! Between my two girls, the other children I watch during...
Technically it is a heating pad, but really with all this homemade love put into it, I cannot help but think of it as a hug. Think about it- you are cold or hurting- do you really want to...
I think ornaments can be a fun gift to give someone before Christmas (for the host of a holiday party, family friends, a teacher, etc.). They are just a little something thoughtful that can be enjoyed before the holiday...
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