Pointers from Pinterest: Barettes as Clothing Adjusters

Have you ever tried to put a tank top on your little one, only to have the straps fall down? I have the cutest matching outfits for my girls - Emma's fits her almost perfectly, but Hope's is slightly too big. I remember seeing something on Pinterest showing how to use barrettes on the back of the tank top for a better fit. I gave it a try and it worked like a charm! I think I even prefer it with the barrette for added flair. Thanks Pinterest!

Toddlers and French Braids

If you follow me on Instagram, you've seen these photos. I had a few people ask me how I managed to braid E's hair and have her sit still long enough to finish. To be honest, I don't really know. Growing up, my sisters and I had our hair braided countless times by our mom - for as long as I can remember. Even in high school on the bus rides to soccer games, we'd be the ones french braiding the team's hair.

One morning last week, I decided that E's hair had reached the perfect length to braid. I sat her on the floor, stood above her and just got started. She moved a lot, but I moved with her. I would pause in the braid if she started shaking her head, and then begin again when she found a moment to pause. My sister reminded me that Mom used to have us count as high as we could (a great distraction!). I just kept telling E that she'd look like Rapunzel when I was done (her new favorite princess).

I braided it while it was still kind of damp, so that it wasn't so slippery. I don't have a step-by-step tutorial to offer, other than give it a try - if it's a bust, you can always start over! Plus it's super crimpy and reminiscent of the 80s when you take it out at the end of the day.

What's your go-to hair style for your little ones?

DIY Baby Leg Warmers

I love baby legs. Seriously. Those chubby little rolls and super soft skin - I can't get enough. After running across DIY baby leg warmer tutorials all over the interwebs, I decided to make Hope a few of her own. Super cute, super easy - and from a pair of $2.50 socks!

You can find plenty of instructions online, but here's a few with great photos of each step.

Jen Loves Kev | DIY Baby Legwarmers

Sugar Crumbs | Baby Leg Warmers

Lady by the Bay | DIY Bay Holiday Leg Warmers

Now get crafting!

Trends for Tots: Fall Finds

Even though it doesn't quite feel like fall here in Florida (try 85 degrees and humid), the end of summer is definitely here. Kids are back in school, the weather is cooling down in some states and most importantly – Pumpkin Spice Lattes are back at Starbucks. Here's a look at some tot trends for fall - I wish some of these came in my size!
 
1. Pumpkin Sweater - Gymboree
2. Corduroy Sport Hat – Children's Place
3. Belted Cargo Pants – Old Navy
4. Canvas Slip Ons – Old Navy
5. Pumpkin Sweater Dress – Crazy 8
6. Pumpkin Hair Bow – Gymboree
7. Pumpkin Stripe Tight – Gymboree
8. Robeez Mini Shoez – Stride Rite