Choosing Kid Friendly Fabrics

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Sep 172012
 
Choosing Kid Friendly Fabrics

Say What? That’s my initial reaction (or to laugh) sometimes as I research topics for blog posts, more so while researching how to choose kid friendly fabric than most other topics. Comments like “don’t forget comfort,” “just make sure they’re pre-treated for stain resistance”, and “cotton, twill, felt, and wool are easy to keep clean” [...]

Jun 152012
 
Choosing Activity Center Furniture

One of the essentials of a home activity center is proper furniture and not just any furniture will work…..if you want to keep messy activities under control. Spills, splashes, smears, and stains are inevitable when glue, paint, markers, and water are involved. Here are a few tips on how to choose activity center furniture to [...]

Home Activity Center Essentials

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Jun 122012
 
Home Activity Center Essentials

Keeping kids busy when school’s out or during holiday break can be a chore. Want to keep them busy and away from the TV? Create a home activity center! An activity center need not be costly but if you want to encourage creation and play, a few specific essentials are necessary. Work Surface and Seating [...]

Dec 012011
 
Proper Care of Kids' Room Area Rugs

What “job” does your kids’ room area rug have….floor-protector or dirt-catcher? Probably both. Dirt, stains, odors, fuzz, and pilling are part of heavy-duty rug use in kids’ rooms but taking routine, preventative, and emergency steps can prolong the beauty and life of your investment. Here are a few tips for proper care of kids’ room [...]