Looking for more ideas to keep kids busy indoors? Like all you moms, I am busy finding ways to find non-Computer/TV ways to keep them creatively engaged. And I am thrilled to team up with Crafty Chimp who specialize in making well-researched and designed creativity kits. Today, I review my first … [Read more...]
Rainy Day Activity – A Pirate-Mermaid Adventure Storytelling with #colgatemagicalstories
As the monsoon is finally here in full swing, I am looking for creative ideas to keep kids occupied indoors. Today, the kids unlocked their imagination with the Colgate special edition packs. The new value packs contain magical sea world pictures on the inside. The kids can cut these out and let … [Read more...]
What’s In My July Fab Bag?
The monthly arrival of beauty subscription boxes is my personal indulgence. Like every mom, I need some pampering and what better than a surprise box of beauty and makeup goodies. The July fab bag promises a treat to be sure! Here are the contents of the 'Hello Gorgeous' July fab bag. Matte … [Read more...]
Florals for Monsoon…Groundbreaking!
Meryl Streep's cynical dialogue from 'Devil Wears Prada', "Florals....for Spring....Groundbreaking" is my absolute favorite! No, they may not be groundbreaking for spring and neither for the Indian monsoons, but they sure are the most romantic way to step out during a beautiful, wet and windy day. … [Read more...]
A Treasured Collectible from R.M.S Titanic
More than a 100 years after it sunk into the North Atlantic Ocean, the Titanic continues to live in the hearts of people. It holds a special place in my heart too. And I am proud to own a piece of the real Titanic - a bit of authentic coal recovered from the sunken ship! Through books and an … [Read more...]
Which Bollywood Mom Are You? Answer to Win a Personalized Bag from Little Charms!
I am so excited to bring you the best of both my last two posts! I have already told you how much my girls loved the Ballerina Tote Bag and how I identify with the parenting styles of celebrity moms. Now, it is your turn to tell me which Bollywood mom you identity with, the most AND get a chance to … [Read more...]
My Top 5 Parenting Mantras that even Celebrity Moms Swear By
Parenting does not come with a set of rules. We, each of us moms, know what works best for us. And yet, it is nice to find validation, especially from women who have successfully set an example for others. I like to read about the parenting styles of other successful moms, especially Bollywood and … [Read more...]
Little Charms Personalized Ballerina Bag Review
Want to reward your little girl for being the light of your life? She will be thrilled with a girly 'tutu' bag personalized specially for her! My daughter is in love with her Personalized Ballerina Bag from Little Charms and to be honest ... so am I! My girls are crazy about their … [Read more...]
How to Make a House Model with Cardboard Boxes for School Projects
We have a 'Houses of India' themed exhibition at the kids' school and my daughter has been asked to bring a fairly big sized model of a tribal house from Madhya Pradesh. I made one using large cardboard boxes. If you find yourself in the same predicament, I hope my tips on how to make a house model … [Read more...]
DIY Painted Canvas Shoes
So I was stuck for shoes for my daughter one day. She had to wear something pink and preferably Mary Janes. Unable to find something suitable in her size, I resorted to DIY. I shopped for plain white canvas shoes and armed myself with some basic craft supplies to make her some shoes in time for the … [Read more...]