Out of all the wearable-accessories, handbags are my fav . I love me a good bag, purse, clutch, you name it.   So when Scout asked me to do a review on one of their bags it was a no-brainer. I chose the Daytripper.   I thought it would be a good library bag / errand bag but I've actually been using it as my purse and thrown everything under the sun in it.  It's not too big so things don't get lost in it but not too small that I can't throw a book and snacks for in there if needs be.  The

There's something about vintage school furniture that makes me giddy. Source. Source. Source. Source.  This version by Anthropologie with the vintage maps is really cool too. I've been trying to get my hands on three chairs for my little men for the past two years. People will pay a pretty penny for them too. Somehow I attracted not 3 but 30! It's a bit of a silly story that requires some explaining. I found a school auction that was selling some vintage pull down maps.

*(IKEA does not recommend painting this stool because it could become a slipping hazard)*. Spray primer and matte paint...Voila! Oh well, I'm raising kids, not cabinets. And no more red marks on the cabinets! ***Dip painting tips.*** -To ensure the paint adhere's properly, lightly sand the surface first. -Also, first use a primer if your paint isn't a paint and primer-in-one. -Lastly, it may be a good idea to thin your paint with

Dipped legs... Via.Trendy yes. Via.But I likee.   Via.Great way to add color. Via.A modern touch to a traditional piece. Via. You likeee?   

I can't tell you how many boxes of army men, blocks, marbles, Tinker Toys, Bakugan's are now stacked neatly in their closet.  Great for me, but I notice they tend to not play with toys when they are organized "mom style".  For a kid it's too big of a hassle to get things down out of the closet.Well, my Land of Nod catalogue came the mail the other day. I flipped the page to find the most brilliant idea.They took a pile of these... And did this... Via Land of Nod. A magnetic car

This weekend my s-i-l and I will be trying our hand at shooting another video. I'll also be headed to a shower. Can I just say...does it seem that no one seems wraps presents anymore? It's all gift bags with an explosion of tissue paper out the top. Lastly, I met a new friend this week. We had lots to talk about.