The Chirping Moms

An Easy DIY Mason Jar Vase

An Easy DIY Mason Jar Vase

Two of my favorite crafting supplies have come together in this simple, DIY vase: mason jars & ric rac.   I was staying with my cousin Kristin at the beach last week. After a few days I decided she is the Queen of Pinterest. Every night we had a delicious Pinterest meal, she has used Pinterest to find awesome ideas… Read More

Guest Post: Quinoa Salad

Guest Post: Quinoa Salad

Thanks to Dara, from Not in Jersey, for sharing this delicious recipe with us.  Head on over to her blog for more great posts! Hi everyone, my name is Dara and I blog over at Not In Jersey, which is a blog about my family’s adventures and a little bit of everything else! Today I’m thrilled to be writing here… Read More

0-3 Month: Baby Must-Haves

0-3 Month: Baby Must-Haves

I’m having one of those weeks where I have been counting down to Friday since my husband headed back to work at 7 am on Monday.  (Does anyone else ever have those weeks?)  I love my kids but this week has challenged me as a mom as I am juggling the needs and demands of three little children with little… Read More

DIY Tea Set

DIY Tea Set

Like many little girls, Maggie & Alex love playing tea party. We have a real tea set, that while it’s meant for little ones, it’s very breakable. It’s fine for when we all sit down to play together, but I wanted something a little more durable for them to play with. I searched around for one to buy & then… Read More

Where to Wednesday: Chicago Fun With Little Ones

Where to Wednesday: Chicago Fun With Little Ones

Recently I traveled back to one of my favorite cities: Chicago. I lived in Chicago for a while, and always love heading back. This was the first time I traveled to the Windy City with both Maggie and Alex. It was exciting to show them the city and experience it with kids. My girls are still a little young to… Read More

One Heluva Good Party

One Heluva Good Party

Note: I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Heluva Good! I received a product sample to facilitate my review and a promotional item as a thank you for participating. I love dips: for snacking, for parties, to use as spread. What I don’t love: making them myself. I like finding a good dip in store & then… Read More

This Week’s Giveaway: Keeki Pure & Simple

This Week’s Giveaway: Keeki Pure & Simple

Maggie & Alex love to have their nails painted. We spend many afternoons painting fingers & toes on our front porch. I was always hesitant to paint their nails so young. Based on the smell, I could easily assume that polish is chemical packed & not good for little fingers that are always in their mouths. I used to only… Read More

Gift Ideas for Grandparents

Gift Ideas for Grandparents

Today is my moms birthday! I spent a while trying to think of some gifts the girls could make their Grammy. I wanted something handmade, that we hadn’t already given her.  Here’s what we came up with: Hand Print Book Bag Grammy is a high school English teacher. She loves book bags. I’ve given her one with their picture on… Read More

Learning to Read with new iPad app, Learn with Homer!

Learning to Read with new iPad app, Learn with Homer!

Learning to read is a HUGE accomplishment in a child’s life.  I have to admit that I can’t wait to watch my kids curl up on the couch reading book after book.  I LOVE to read.  I always have and even despite the chaos of three children, I try to sneak in a few minutes of reading for myself each… Read More