By Morgan Sprigler It’s finally summertime, Extol Readers! Warmer weather is here and our kids are out of school. You may be feeling a bit overwhelmed with the fact that you have become the sole source of entertainment for your kids (and with the second fact that they will need a bath every. single. night)….Read More
By Morgan Sprigler Always Umbrella Wreath Oh, hello spring readers! Raise your hand if this is your favorite time of year. I love all of the seasons for myriad reasons, but spring just feels so special. New beginnings, new blooms, fresh, clean air (insert deep yoga breath). When thinking of my DIY craft for this…Read More
By Morgan Sprigler Happy Holiday’s Extol Readers! I am about to give you the best gift you will receive all season long, a purpose for all of your random onesie socks! Aren’t you excited?! My oldest daughter has been asking for a pet for months and she found this craft to be the cuteness equivalent…Read More
By Morgan Sprigler TRADITION, AS DEFINED IN THE OXFORD ENGLISH DICTIONARY, IS “A BELIEF OR BEHAVIOR PASSED DOWN WITHIN A GROUP OR SOCIETY WITH SYMBOLIC MEANING.” CAN YOU THINK OF A TRADITION YOU HAVE CARRIED ON FROM YOUR PARENTS, GRANDPARENTS OR ANYONE SIGNIFICANT IN YOUR LIFE? I CAN THINK OF SEVERAL, AND WHEN I DO,…Read More
By Morgan Sprigler The thought of sending my firstborn off to preschool in a few short weeks has me feeling all the feels. For two mornings a week, she will be in someone else’s care, learning and growing without me, making new friends and becoming her own little person (cue the ugly cry). I am…Read More
By Morgan Sprigler What you will need: Plaster of paris Acrylic or tempura paint in bright colors Silicone molds or a cake pop pan Plastic cups Plastic spoons Cold water Sandwich bags (optional) Scissors (optional) Lemonade (optional but encouraged) Step 1: Set out plastic cups in a row. Squeeze a quarter size of paint into…Read More
