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Link Love for Moms: Spring Break

April 7, 2009 By

lilyI used to love making tissue flowers when I was a kid. Here’s a new spin on them. Perfect to add some spring cheer to your home!

Turn off the computer and go outside! Here are some great nature study ideas.

Looking for some inexpensive spring ideas? Here are some easy $5 spring projects.

Spring is a great time to redecorate and add some fresh touches to your home. Don’t be afraid to be  a little adventurous; learn from The Nester’s mistakes.

Need an easy and fun baking project to do with your kids? Here are some easy sugar cookies – Easter  style.

For the past few years we have been having a Passover seder for dinner. Here’s an easy Passover menu.

A  meaningful craft to make with your kids is an Easter garden. Here are some pics of the most beautiful one I’ve ever seen.

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Free Printable Coloring Pages

January 11, 2009 By

Mom’s Talk Network is pleased to announce a new section of resources for Moms – or rather, resources for your kids :)

You’ll find a growing library of fun printable coloring and activity sheets for your young ones to take and complete for fun.

Find this and other pages ready to print and color here: Kid’s Printables

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Simple Gifts From Nature

October 20, 2008 By

This article was written by Guest Blogger Robin Lemon of Pillows of Lavender.

I know many moms including myself are trying to find ways to cut back on spending these days . Gift giving
most likely is not top priority on the budget but with the holidays, birthdays, baby showers, bridal showers throughout the year we can’t just stop giving nor do we want to.

my ever expanding [rosemary] universe

Giving a handmade gift from nature is not only less expensive it is treasured and much appreciated because the recipient knows it was made from your heart with items and ingredients that are healthy, natural and eco friendly. It’s a whole bunch of goodness from the giver to the receiver.

You can find quite a few of the supplies needed within your own home or ask a friend or family member if they have any; I bet they would appreciate you taking some things off their hands. Even if you must purchase some of the supplies like the herbs and essential oils they are very inexpensive and can be found at your local health food store or you can order online and a little goes a long way. If you can’t get your hands on any fabric scraps Walmart usually has $1 per yard in their clearance.
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We’re Having A Party!!

July 13, 2008 By

Welcome to the Artsy Mamas Blog Party!

As busy moms, we usually do not take much time for ourselves. We’re busy with our kids, our homes, or our jobs.

But this week we’re focusing on ourselves and what makes us unique and fun. To be included in this event, simply create one blog post about art, being a creative mama, living life authentically, self-esteem, what you “used to do” before you were a mama, wanting to be a creative mama, Artsy Mamas the organization, or anything else that might relate to arts and motherhood.

Once you create your post, come back to Mom’s Talk Network and fill in your post link below. Feel free to grab a copy of the graphic, too! Then you can travel around the web and visit, meet, and possibly be inspired by these other moms. It’s great fun and you’ll get new visitors to your blog, too.

Many thanks to Mandy Ray-Jones of Artsy Mamas for proposing the idea and for creating the cool graphic. This list of links will continue to grow during the week so be sure to come back during the week to see the new additions!

Now, on your mark, get set, go blog hopping!!

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3 Reasons Mom Should Have A Hobby

June 23, 2008 By

Moms these days are busy, but we’re more stressed than ever before and in need of lifestyle choices that help us be happier. Having a hobby may be just the ticket.

Having a hobby relieves stress

Spending time with a hobby replaces negative thoughts and replaces them with positive thoughts and feelings. Having a hobby or creative outlet can lift your spirits and help with depression.

Unlike passive activities like television viewing, a hobby provides intellectual stimulation while simultaneously relaxing you. Repetitive actions like those used in knitting are especially calming.

Hobbies help you parent better

We are good at signing our children up for lessons and classes and encouraging them to have hobbies, but we forget that we also need to learn new things and grow as people. Hobbies also connect you with other people who share your interests.

A hobby can help you maintain your separate identity as a real person and not just as Mom. This models healthy habits and boundaries for our kids.

Hobbies provide a refreshing change from your routine

If you’re a stay at home Mom, you may be frustrated because at the end of the day you can hardly point to anything you’ve “done”. That’s because of the repetitive nature of housework and childcare.

In generations past, women pursued hobbies like quilting, sewing, knitting, crochet and embroidery not only because they were enjoyable but because they provided tangible value to the family, either providing clothing for their backs or much needed income.

Why not carve out some time to pursue a hobby Mom?

Article by: Mommy Hobby is a resource site for moms who want to enrich their lives with scrapbooking, sewing, crochet, knitting, tennis, embroidery and other hobbies.

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