Tuesday, January 26, 2010

On the hunt - Chore Board

Like me, Matthew lives in the visual realm. He likes to see what he needs to do and what he has already done. Because of this I am looking for a chore board or chore check list to keep a visual record of his to-do's and done's.




I first saw this one at a local toy shop. Loving that this version is very comprehensive and the dry erase bottom section would come in handy. However, it looks a little too "day-care center" for me. Is it vain to expect the chore board have a certain aesthetic, one that I would not shudder at seeing on my wall? I think not. :) Particularly since I need it to be in a central location, the kitchen, to use it properly.

So my search continued. Etsy has several options, a bit more suited to my tastes.


This is from soapstarmom who offers additional chore cards as well.


AbbiesHouse is another great option, also offering additional chore magnets.

And these are only a few of the choices out there. Yet, all in all, I have not found THE ONE. I'm thinking this calls for a craft project....

Thursday, January 14, 2010

Perideau Designs

Lucky me! I won a personalized canvas print by Perideau Designs from a giveaway I entered on Bliss, authored by the delightful Mrs. French.



Bridgett, of Perideau Designs, has been so gracious during the personalization process and I am just delighted to be the winner. I requested mine in the color "Pool" which is a dazzling pale teal, with Natalya's name on it. Won't it look delicious in her room!?! Me thinks so.

Please visit her blog and etsy shop to check out all the lovelies she has to offer and please let her know that I sent you. Her stationary is gorgeous. On my wish list, the "A New Key" moving announcements, since we are moving soon. Details on that to come...

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Friday, January 8, 2010

Wednesday, January 6, 2010

Christmas 2009 continued









Truly, this was one of the best Christmas' I have ever had. Surrounded by family and love. There is no better a gift.