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What is Your Preschooler Getting for Easter?

I’m going minimalist for Easter this year. Last year I got my daughter and a couple of friends lovely hand-painted wooden animals from Jalu Toys, a company that creates gorgeous original wooden critters. We held an egg hunt at my inlaws’ beach cabin. This year we’re going a little less crazy. I am not a big Easter gift person. I like to give my daughter one nature-inspired object. This year’s choice will likely be a plant for her garden. I might get her some summer bulbs or something that is already growing. Spring is an inspiring time for the gardener … Continue reading →

The Easter Bunny: One Giving Rabbit

Who is the Easter Bunny? We know he keeps good company with the likes of Santa Claus, and we know he brings baskets of goodies to kids at Easter. But do we really know why? Or how it was this generous bunny came to be? History: Why a Rabbit Who Lays Eggs? The notion of an Easter bunny predates Christianity. Symbolically, eggs, hares, and rabbits have all represented fertility in a variety of cultures. Somewhere along the way wires got crossed as traditions and beliefs merged and an egg-laying bunny was created. One who bore colored eggs no less. A … Continue reading →

A Shopping We Will Go: Pet Easter Baskets and Bonnets

For kids, Easter basket ideas abound, from frugal, homemade, and simple, to the fillers and fun items that bring so much color and delight. But these days the Easter Bunny doesn’t just hop into town for the kids. Peter Cottontail comes bearing goodies for dogs and cats, too. (Not to mention the pets are dressing for the occasion by getting decked out in Easter bonnets and such.) So where can you find Easter goodies for your pet? I’ve listed some of my favorite shops and buys below: From Muttropolis • Furrberry Plaid Belt Dress: I’m not one to dress my … Continue reading →

Four Easter Items That Are Hazardous to Your Pet’s Health

Spring has sprung and Easter’s in the air. While this time of year holds religious significance for many, it also poses the promise of the Easter Bunny, baskets, and egg hunts for kids. But some of the festivities and associated accouterments could be harmful, even fatal, to your pet. They’re listed below, as are tips for ensuring Easter’s happy and healthy for the whole family. 1. Chocolate: Most dog and cat owners know chocolate is dangerous to their pets, but it never hurts to be reminded. Also, it never hurts to remind those you live with, or those who may … Continue reading →

More Last Minute Easter Ideas

Here are some more ideas for last minute Easter projects: Make a Cute Easter Cake Using a cake mix or your favorite cake recipe, bake a 9″ x 13″ rectangular cake. When cool, cut it into the shape of a large egg. Remove excess from pan and place on a plate (your kids can have any leftover frosting along with these sections for a snack). Cover a large piece of heavy cardboard with aluminum foil. Place the cake on the cardboard (it may be easier if you cut it into two pieces before attempting to remove it from the cake … Continue reading →

Simple Ways to Decorate for Easter

Do you decorate for Easter? Some do, some don’t, but here are a few easy ways to inject some spring color and bring in some fun items, even if you don’t go all out when it comes to decorating for holidays besides Christmas. Easter Baskets Most homes have at least a basket or two lying around somewhere. If so, grab one, and if not, pick one up at a discount or dollar store. You can find some nice looking ones, not just the plastic variety. Fill the basket with Easter grass or curling ribbon and some plastic eggs. The ones … Continue reading →

Fun Items for Filling Easter Baskets

Wow! Kids sure do seem to accumulate a lot of candy over holidays. This is especially true if indulging grandparents, aunts, uncles, and friends, are also joining in the fun. If you know your kids are going to get tons of candy, and you’d rather the Easter Bunny fill their baskets with other kinds of surprises, here is a list of ideas. Bottles of bubbles Unique bubble blowers Sidewalk chalk Crayons, colored pencils, markers Simple jewelry making kits (friendship bracelet, etc.) Small sand art kit Inspirational wristlets Puzzle and activity books Craft supplies (scissors, glue, glue stick, paint) Sketching paper … Continue reading →