1. Sewing Great for hand and eye coordination (fine motor skills). Helps with concentration and ability to focus. I use a template to trace and cut out the front and back of felt-shaped animals. My girls sew the two pieces together by using a blanket or regular stitch. We leave an opening, put in some stuffing, [...]
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Today we have a guest post from Ashley Schnarr of Stay at Home Daughter: (2011 Gingerbread house) Gingerbread house making and decorating is one of my favorite family traditions that we do each Christmas season. Every year my mom and I and a few of the other kids spend a day mixing up gingerbread [...]
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We have a guest post today by Jasmine from Far Above Rubies: She sets about her work vigorously; her arms are strong for her tasks. Proverbs 31:17 Preparing our daughters to be corner pillar stones is important to their well being (Psalm 144). Here are some things that are incredibly needed for their success: Train [...]
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The Christmas season is a wonderful time to teach daughters how to make simple Christmas gifts to give to others. It is also a wonderful time to take advantage of making special memories together. We can get so busy with the holidays–the whirlwind of decorating, shopping and parties might cause us to overlook the [...]
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Are you passionate about imparting homemaking skills to young ladies? Do you feel called to bless a young girl in a third world country? Wonderful news: you can combine the two! This week, Operation Christmas Child is collecting shoebox gifts, which will act as messengers of the love of Christ to children in over 100 [...]
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One of the things that I did with my girls when they were young was to encourage them to keep their hands busy. I wanted them to be productive and make good use of their time. So whenever I was reading aloud to them I would have them draw, sew, crochet, play with legos, knit [...]
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There is something so special about a little girl learning how to sew… and when you are a little girl nothing seems more fitting than to make your “dolly” a doll quilt…. one that is pretty and warm for her to snuggle under. A doll quilt is a perfect beginner project for that dearly excited [...]
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My daughters share a bedroom. It’s a lovely space with khaki-colored walls and equine-inspired decor. It is a place that is distinctly “them,” a blending of two unique individuals. Where many people see a place to sleep, I see a place to practice. A domain all their own where creativity and orderliness can take flight. [...]
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