There's a fine line between the hacker-ish DIYers and the stylish crafters. Case in point: the Martha Stewart Omnimedia folks got in touch to tell me about Good Things For Kids, a new special issue of on newsstands now. It's full of pictures of unnaturally well-groomed children, and I can't help but wonder what life would feel like if it actually looked like that. But I digress. The little mag's packed with fun party ideas, recipes and crafts. A lovely summer afternoon diversion or airplane read if you're the crafty sort.
My favorite: Bubble Wrap Purse favors
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Great post. It sound like a StyleHack to me. All in one craft bag, my daughter would love that. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: BeingParents | 04 August 2007 at 09:40 AM
Those well groomed kids always look great on television, but I don't think it's the same in real life. Well groomed and super well behaved children would make for a boring life, right? Their antics can be annoying and frustrating at times, but my little goobers certainly add a little spice to my life.
Thanks for the gift idea. I'll have to pick up this issue to see what you're talking about!
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Posted by: Gourmet Gift Baskets Man | 04 August 2007 at 05:51 PM
The whole Martha Stewart lifestyle scares me somewhat, but I gotta hand it to her -- she and her army of perfectionists have some amazing ideas. She also does great recipes -- her homemade macaroni & cheese (with sharp white cheddar and gruyere) is spectacular, and my kids beg to help me make it (even though they're blue box devotees).
Posted by: JT | 05 August 2007 at 08:06 AM
I've never been much of a Martha woman myself, or really a fan of any magazine that has it's stamp of perfection throughout. I never knew they had crafty ideas like that printed throughout either. Thanks for the info :)
-Amanda
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Posted by: Amanda | 05 August 2007 at 03:26 PM
Great gift idea. I'm sure the kids will like the crafty idea.
Posted by: Lisa | 06 August 2007 at 03:02 AM
Wonderful ideas. I hope there's more to this. I simply like her ideas the crafty way.
Posted by: Carrie | 06 August 2007 at 07:57 PM
That bubble wrap favor seems like a great little goody bag to use on a long car trip, fill it with other little goodies for your kids, and it would keep them busy for a while.
Posted by: Beth | 07 August 2007 at 06:49 PM