A good place to start… Come on in!

Today I am sharing a bunch of my favorite posts strung together with info about me and Doodles and Jots’ trajectory.  I think my tag line says it best: Ideas for, diversions from, and celebrations of family life from a creative mom.  You can also get to know more about me by checking out my About page, My ABC’s post, and Pregnancy Test Trees and a Pickle Baby (about me becoming a mom). I started this site in October 2011 with the encouragement of my sister who is a long time, successful blogger at Life Learning Today. Her blog is full of great advice on healthy, happy, purposeful living. Definitely check it out!

To read more about why I started this blog and my thoughts on the benefits of blogging, check out Why I ♥ Blogging.

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Blooming Bookmarks

Are you in need of a handmade Mother’s Day gift idea?  Does your lawn need weeding?  Does Mom love quiet reading time?

I saw this idea on Pinterest for transferring the pigment from leaves onto paper and I thought, “gee, that should work for flowers too!”

So, how about trying this…

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Out-like-a-lamb

Hand-made Easter Gift

It’s the last day of March!  Are you excited that winter is over?  Are you enjoying some Out-like-a-lamb weather and looking forward to Easter (just one week away)?  Are you in need of a craft to get you into the Spring Holiday spirit?  Do you love handmade gifts for kids?  Well then do I have just the thing for you!

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Thank You God!

The Doodles and Jots gang has been so thankful for the warm weather lately.  Enjoying being outside again soaking up some sun and making all sorts of spring discoveries!

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We also made a great book discovery recently that seem to encompass this sentiment…

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Lucky Links of Green

Shamrock Garland Craft

Since the real thing is way too small and scarce this time of year, let’s get crafty for St. Paddy’s Day with some construction paper shamrocks!

So without further ado, back by popular demand…  wait for it…  heart garland (audible cheers!) in its CLOVER configuration!

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Get Your Irish On!

Céad Míle Fáilte everyone!

Is green not your color but you want to get into the St. Paddy’s Day spirit?  Do you love shamrocks but just not on your person?  Do you love Aran sweaters but they are currently outside your budget?

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Bubbles of Fun

Are you fascinated with bubbles?  Are you running low on stationary?  Are you looking for something fun and educational to do after school?  Do you enjoy combining art and science?    Do you need to sharpen your observational skills?  Do you have a bowl, water, dish soap, straws, tempera paint, and card-stock?

Then why not try this fun craft…

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