When it comes to dressing simple, we know that denim and chambray are staples. One of our absolute favorite brands is Odette Williams, and they recently launched additional everyday wears including this sweet chambray dress.
We couldn't help but pair the Novaks together once more to show us how they tackle simple. And of course, little Lola approves of her dress.
The holidays are nearly here, and whenever September comes to a close, it makes my inner 5-year-old giddy again. Autumn has always been my favorite season. It's a reminder that nothing else matters but family and friendship. There are endless activities to do together that is in celebration of the holidays from Halloween to the New Year. Apple picking is first on the list.
Our friends The Sebastians took us on their trip to the Wilken's Fruit and Fir Farm in New York. They picked some apples, munched on them, and found the prettiest pumpkin to take home.
Is apple picking part of your family's autumn tradition too? If not, what is it? Share in the comments!
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At this farm, we love walking through the orchards to pick our favorite apples and also pumpkins too. It's a fun place to run around and explore. There's also a hay wagon, which the kids would absolutely love (and parents too).
Address:
Wilken's Fruit and Fir Farm
1335 White Hill Road
Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
Business Hours:
Pick-Your-Own: 10 AM-4:30 PM
Markets: 10 AM-5 PM
Christmas Trees: 10 AM-4 PM
*The farm is open daily starting late August through mid-December.
I remember as a child, I always asked for a bedtime story, no matter whether it was from a book, from my parents' childhood memories, or completely made-up.
As I look back, I wish I had sets of shadow puppets to create even more stories with my family. So combining my love for great art and for creative learning, I asked my talented friend Cristina Martinez to make a set of Venice Beach-themed shadow puppets. Since Los Angeles has been so hot lately, I thought Venice would be appropriate (I mean, who doesn't crave a day by the water?).
What kinds of stories do you think your kids will want to make up with these?
To print out these puppets, click the image below. It comes with: a boy, girl, sailboat, scooter, and water waves. Just cut them out, stick them on skewers or popsicle sticks, and turn off the lights and use a flashlight to cast these puppets' shadows on the wall!
