Thred up - Swap kids clothes online

Posted by Mark and Kat in Go Green, Kiddos' Threads, Shopping, Threads

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ThredUp.com makes it easy to have your own virtual clothes swap and outfit your kids with "new-to-them" clothes for the extra low price of just $5, plus the cost of shipping. Each member can post a box of clothes on the website to be swapped, so you just choose the boxes that you like and pay $5, plus shipping, and it's yours! It's free to join and once you do, the website keeps track of your swaps for you, that way everyone plays fair ... it is a swap, so you have to give and take. Check out thredup.com for full details and have fun swapping!

Hoping this Hiatus Ends Soon!

Posted by BJ and Shalene in Girl, Kiddos' Threads, Threads

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As I've mentioned in a previous post, we're in the process of a little remodeling. Unfortunately, it's taken a bit longer than planned, and though Internet recently returned, my desktop computer is STILL out of commission. Thus, I've had to take a hiatus from posting, since my ancient laptop makes it difficult. Soon I will hopefully be back up and running! But in the meantime, I wanted to share with you one fun find.

Kayce Hughes is a mother of 7 and clothing line designer who has an adorable line of duds for women and children. She also has a charming home, and I'm delighted to say I'll be featuring her house tour on Domestic Ease in a few weeks. It's sure to be worth checking out, so make a note to click over there on Sept. 13. And until then, stop in at her online shop to browse these fanciful threads!

A Few Fun Things

Posted by BJ and Shalene in Freebies, Kiddos' Threads, Shopping

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Since I clearly dropped the ball on Meal-Planning Mondays this week, we're going to simply pick it up next week. So in the meantime, here are a few fun things to peruse. Enjoy your Thursday afternoon ... Memorial Day weekend is on the way! Hope it's filled with moments a little like this:

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A few fun thngs:

KenziePoo - a sweet blog with great nursery decor ideas

La Petite Mag - a fun kiddo-inspired read, edited by the author of KenziePoo

Little Lovely - another fun blog, discovered while searching for girl's nursery ideas

IS*LY - crafty and inspiring

Style Me Gorgeous - design ideas from a graphic designer

Sarah Jane Studios - lovely children's illustrations

The Long Thread - crafting and sewing

Prudent Baby - another crafting blog with great nursery decor tutorials and inspiration

Shabby Apple Swimsuit Giveaway - enter this giveaway via Grosgrain Fabulous

Vintage Fringe - a sweet boutique currently offering 20% off

Smallable - covet-worthy clothing for the little ones (via DesignMom)

Lisa Leonard - a site with beautiful imagery and a jewelry store to match

Sunshine State of Mind

Posted by BJ and Shalene in Activities, Bath, Domestic Ease, Kiddos' Threads, Recipes, Yellow

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Hello there lovely readers! Want some sunny inspiration? Head over to Domestic Ease, where I'm blogging about 9 summer must-haves in sunshine-inspired yellow. Click here to read more. Hope to see you there!

Have a blessed Wednesday!

Friday Finds

Posted by BJ and Shalene in Friday Finds, Homemaking, Kiddos' Threads, Shopping

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Hello lovely Moms Dish readers! I fully intended to post some fun Friday Finds yesterday, but I got wrapped up making a baby shower gift for my dear college friend (I'll post on the gift later). So you'll have to forgive my tardiness, but here are a few fun finds for your Friday ... err, Saturday!

It's been raining here since last night, so this photo is a little taste of spring beauty, right when I need it. Image by Creature Comforts.


Love this Mia Bossi diaper bag, available at Gap Maternity online. Yes, it's a bit pricey, but the diaper bag is the one item that goes everywhere and carries all.

Crushing on these darling threads from London-based Hucklebones. A bit remiss that they don't design little boys' clothes.


Checked out ThredUP? This site takes the clothes swap concept to a national level! Select a box of clothing your child will love, and pay shipping to have it delivered to you. Pack your kiddos outgrown duds, and when someone selects it, ship it for free.

This deserves a post all its own, but to pique your interest until then, check out Little Dresses for Africa. This incredible non-profit delivers handmade pillowcase dresses to orphan girls in central Africa. When they deliver the dresses, it also gives them opportunity to hold camps for the girls and to share the good news of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Visit the site to see how you can become involved.

The Ladies over at Bloom are hosting a Le Creuset giveaway. Click here to enter.

And Now for the Girls!

Posted by BJ and Shalene in Creative Projects, Kiddos' Threads

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Because I blogged about the little boys yesterday, I figured I'd give the fairer sex some mention today. Though I don't have a little lady just yet (we have one on the way, so who knows ... ), I do love the darling options in little girls' threads. So for all you Moms to the sugar-and-spice-and-everything-nice sex, here are some recent finds that I'm adoring!

Transform an old skirt into a darling little girls dress with this tutorial at V and Co. By the way, this woman is exceptionally talented! You'll want to spend a little time browsing her site! Photo credit: V and Co.

Love this charming little dress over at Spool. And while you're there, check out their free bird mobile tutorial. This whimsical mobile would delight any kiddo, and would even fit throughout your home with spring decor. One of our contributors made the mobile for her daughter, and it turned out to be adorable! You can see a pic of her daughter's nursery here. Photo credit: Spool Sewing.

And another one from Made. Who could resist this demure shirt dress for a little lady? Find the tutorial here. Photo credit: Made.

And check out these bloomers from Rikshaw Design. They are simply delightful! Photo credit: Rikshaw Design.

Celebrating Boys!

Posted by BJ and Shalene in Creative Projects, Kiddos' Threads

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I honestly don't think it's possible for me to love my role as Mom to a sweet, melt-my-heart rambunctious little boy any more than I already do. Little boys are rough and tumble, but they adore their moms! And my energetic, all-boy little guy is no exception! He's recently started picking dandelions, which he then tenderly gives to me. It's the sweetest gift!

But one thing we moms to little boys miss out on are the adorable duds. Don't get me wrong, there are some cute ones, but little girls have so many more darling options! And when it comes to handmade items, the boys really lose out. So I recently began searching the internet for some charming clothing inspirations for my little man, and thankfully, Disney at Ruffles and Stuff directed me to Made's Celebrate the Boy month. The super-popular blog has a bevy of boy-inspired crafts and sewing tutorials that will get your creative juices flowing! So check out their Celebrate the Boy entries, and your little man may soon be one of the best dressed tots on the block.

Photo credits: MADE.

We ♥ Kicky Pants!

Posted by BJ and Shalene in Kiddos' Threads

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Looking for some adorable duds to don your über-charming little one? Well look no further than Kicky Pants. Created by Erin and Nick Cloke—a husband and wife team who also happen to parent three darling kiddos—Kicky Pants is a clothing line for babies and moms made of sustainable bamboo. We love the mix-and-match colors and styles, as well as the laid-back, well-worn coziness that makes us wish we could slip into these threads each day!

But not only do we ♥ Kicky Pants for their touch-me soft clothes, but we also adore the line for the intangible qualities you can't see. The Cloke's make a daily effort to graciously balance their home, family and business. They commit to giving their kiddos their undivided attention, and they set aside a designated chunk of time each day where the kids get to choose the activity they want to do with mom and dad. With devotion like that amidst the busyness of running your own children's clothing line, we think we'll be devoted loyal fans.

Click here to find retailers who carry Kicky Pants.