Let's Craft is a special feature full of great crafts, inspiration and DIY projects that are perfect for any Modern Mom!
This project comes from, Jessica Begum, the crafty momma behind the blog Hipster's Tea Party.
Check out her tutorial for how to make silhouette mirrors:
"I love the vintage look of a silhouette. I collaborated with my crafty friend Sonya Nimri of Sonyastyle.com on how we could make modern silhouettes of our children.
Here is what we came up with! Love them! And quite easy to make."
Supplies:
A digital photograph of your child's silhouette
Printer
Craft...continue reading
My daughter informed me the other day that she wants to be an interior designer when she grows up. This was news to me, because up until now she’s always wanted to be a singer, and possibly an actress or a fashion designer, but that last one is just because she likes to watch Project Runway.
At first I wasn’t sure where interior designer came from, but then I realized that we’ve been redecorating our den for the last few months, and I think she’s really enjoyed helping me pick out fabrics and rugs and furniture. (Also, I recently videotaped her singing Adele’s “Set Fire to the Rain,” and...continue reading
Our ModernMom Book Club is a way for our readers to express their thoughts and ideas on things they've read, sharing their insights with our community of moms. Join the conversation, and tell us what you thought about this book in the comment section below!
I first heard about Kyran Pittman’s memoir, Planting Dandelions: Field Notes from a Semi-Domesticated Life, via Twitter. I followed all the links, excited that there was finally a new “momoir” on the shelves.
Publishers have long tired of the sub-genre and think there’s no market for it. But I think they’re totally wrong. There’s a huge...continue reading
School is starting - and that means school morning stress.
In years past, have you found yourself struggling through chaotic mornings - trying to get your kids dressed, fed and out the door for school? It doesn't have to be that way!
Michael is a freckle-faced fourth grader always on the move. He loves to read, write and do well in class, so his mom was surprised when Michael's teacher reported that he was not handing in his daily homework. She certainly checked every night to make sure it was done.
A visit to the family's home after school one day revealed the source of Michael's problem....continue reading
This recipe is fantastic for any night of the week. It's gourmet enough for mom and dad to love... but yummy enough for the kids to enjoy as well!
It combines some of my (and my kids) favorite things - artichokes, mushrooms and tender chicken pieces.... what more could you ask for?
Sauteed Artichokes & Mushrooms with Chicken
Ingredients
4 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
1 Package Frozen Artichoke Hearts or 1 Can Marinated Artichokes
1/2 package Fresh Sliced Mushrooms
1 Red Bell Pepper Diced
1/2 Cup Dry White Wine (Optional)
1 Garlic Clove Minced
½ Cup...continue reading
Let's Craft is a special feature full of great crafts, inspiration and DIY projects that are perfect for any Modern Mom!
This project comes from, Jessica Begum, the crafty momma behind the blog Hipster's Tea Party.
Check out her tutorial for how to make fun and funky bracelets:
"Wondering what to do with your left over ribbon?
Try making these adorable, modern, chic rosette friendship bracelets!
It's easy to make a group of them at a time to give away to friends, or just one to keep for yourself."
Supplies
- Hot glue gun
- Needle and sturdy thread. (I used upholstery nylon.)
- Filigree...continue reading
It's no secret that I'm a travel-loving, cooking show-junkie, which puts chef and author, Anthony Bourdain, host of Travel Channel's No Reservations high up on my list of fave foodies.
I caught up with this edgy dad (daughter Ariane will turn five in April) just in time to share his top five tips on how to survive travel while making the most of every trip:
1. Eat like a local.
"Wherever you are, eat what the locals are good at or famous for, and eat where those locals like to eat it. Do not rely on your concierge for dining tips. He’s in the business of making tourists happy. You want the...continue reading
When London School of Economics research fellow Catherine Hakim published Erotic Capital: The Power of Attraction in the Boardroom and the Bedroom in September, the mix of sex, candor, and salary stats created a media buzz.
Reviews and op-ed pieces appeared in USA Today, The New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, The London Times, India’s Sunday Tribune and The Week.
Hakim’s book offers two basic premises: that attractiveness counts in life, and that women are stupid not to capitalize on this fact.
Fair enough. I have nothing intelligent to add, except the suggestion that this thesis is...continue reading
