Tag: new dad
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4 Ways to Introduce Friction Into Your Kids’ Daily Lives (And Why You Should)
Learn how to make it…. : 4 Ways to Introduce Friction Into Your Kids’ Daily Lives (And Why You Should)Teaching Our Kids That Convenience Isn’t Always a Good Thing As a Millennial dad of two daughters, I’ve noticed something that probably won’t surprise you: our kids are growing up in a world of instant gratification. Want to watch a movie? It’s on Netflix. Want to hear a song? Stream it. Want to play a
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Sew a DIY Tummy Time Picture Folio and Save Money
Learn how to make it…. : Sew a DIY Tummy Time Picture Folio and Save MoneyWhy Sew Your Own DIY Tummy Time Picture Folio The wild thing I learned before my daughter was born is that babies can’t really see anything after they’re born. They can only make out big blobs and shapes. So when she was born we bought a bunch of those newborn high contrast image boards with
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Frugal Dad Sewing Project: Sew your own baby blanket for your baby or a friend
Learn how to make it…. : Frugal Dad Sewing Project: Sew your own baby blanket for your baby or a friendWhat better way to express your love for your child than by sewing them the quintessential baby blanket for you and them to cherish?
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Frugal dad beginner sewing project: Sew a Canvas Tote Bag
Learn how to make it…. : Frugal dad beginner sewing project: Sew a Canvas Tote BagCanvas totes are another practical project you can use to build up your sewing muscles. There’s a lot of variety you can do with fabrics and textures. Sewing canvas bags from scrap materials like old clothes or linens is also a good way to teach your kids about environmental stewardship and up cycling too.
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Starter sewing project for dads: Simple Cotton Handkerchief
Learn how to make it…. : Starter sewing project for dads: Simple Cotton HandkerchiefGetting started sewing for your kids A good intro low tech dad project to get practice sewing is to make a handkerchief. A handkerchief is a good starter project with sewing, too since it’s a straight stitch with minimal steps. You can use any kind of cotton fabric, but I’ve found 100% cotton to have