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kinderpendent
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We're a new website geared towards creative parents with a passion for independent design. We love kid-friendly art, music, handmade goods, and modern design.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 93 )
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Future Class of 2023
It's official, we have a kindergarten graduate! It seems like we were just registering him for school last week, and now he's reading and writing, and can... Read more
Posted on 08 June 2011 PARENTING -
Mini & Maximus ..kids Will Have Their Say.
My newest favorite kids' brand is hands down, Mini Maximus. Such unique + bold designs, perfectly suited for the creative spirit of childhood--and... Read more
Posted on 07 June 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS, PARENTING -
Homemade Holiday Cards ..tutorial
We're preparing for Independence Day here in the states, and when I came across the idea for these "painted in" homemade holiday cards via one of my favorite... Read more
Posted on 06 June 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS, PARENTING -
Create Your Own Comics ..kid Art
Kids are filled with all sorts of wonderful ideas, stories, adventures. This is a project that lets kids really utilize those big imaginations of theirs! Read more
Posted on 04 June 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS, PARENTING -
Things I Liked This Week..
1. Russian Folk Style Nesting Dolls - My Poppet2. Organic Toddler Kitty Tee - KLT Works3. Mouse Milk Carton House - Belle Rollo4. Mum Dad Mouse in Cigar... Read more
Posted on 04 June 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS -
No-sew Superhero Mask ..tutorial
Meet Captain Blue Drool the Ballerina Bandit. One is a hero (who happens to drool in blue), and the other is a mischief-maker (who does have a rather fierce... Read more
Posted on 31 May 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS, PARENTING -
Thumbprint People ..kid Art
I love my daughter's doodle people. Here's a little project that encourages her creativity + doodling.Step 1: Dip your child's thumb in paint, make thumb... Read more
Posted on 27 May 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS, PARENTING -
the Tag*a*long
I was recently introduced to the tag*a*long, which is this nifty little stroller attachment that makes walking with multiple kids easy peasy! I love taking my... Read more
Posted on 26 May 2011 PARENTING, SHOPPING -
Newspaper Story Starters ..kid Art
A picture is worth a thousand words, and for a kid they're worth two thousand. This project is super simple, and can be used over over again to inspire new... Read more
Posted on 25 May 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS, PARENTING -
Handmade for Her ..sewing for Kids
These cute skirts were designed via inspiration from MADE. The only adjustment I made to the tutorial was to the waist band (which was only because I didn't hav... Read more
Posted on 25 May 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS, PARENTING -
Office of the Tooth Fairy
We had our first home visit from the tooth fairy last night yes, it was quite magical! And, I was thrilled to finally be able to use this official Tooth Fair... Read more
Posted on 24 May 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS, PARENTING -
Fournier ..a Poverty Alleviation Project
These delightful flag garlands were handmade by Bolivian artisans via Fournier, which is a company founded by Anabel Fournier in 2003 as a poverty alleviation... Read more
Posted on 21 May 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS, PARENTING -
Tattooed Mom ..kid Art
Some of my favorite artworks done by the kiddos are done on an absolute whim... like this one. It was actually a sick day in our home today. Read more
Posted on 20 May 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS, PARENTING -
Curly Birds ..the Art of Play
I love the curly birds blog, don't you? It's filled with super fun ideas to do with kids, including this DIY hot air balloon. Super fun, indeed!And it's no... Read more
Posted on 17 May 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS, PARENTING -
Papier-mâché Pottery ..kid Art
Here's a fun project for the kids that involves turning trash into a work of art. My kids had a blast with this one, and I think yours will too. Read more
Posted on 17 May 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS, PARENTING -
Handmade Labels ..tutorial
As promised, here's our tutorial on our handmade labels. They are both inexpensive and easy, plus kind of addictive. And they make handmade gifts much cooler. Read more
Posted on 11 May 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS, PARENTING -
Chunky Yarn Headband ..tutorial
This tutorial is quite similar to the butterfly hippie headband, with a few changes. Here's how to make it:materials needed: yarn (three colors) scissors1.... Read more
Posted on 09 May 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS -
Say What? ..tutorial
Here's an idea for an easy handmade baby gift that is both original creative!Would you like to make one? Here's how:materials needed: freezer paper, craft... Read more
Posted on 09 May 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS, PARENTING -
Thrifty Finds for Kids
Celebrating mother's day weekend with my mom is always an adventure. This year we found ourselves in a 2nd hand thrift shop. While my 4 year old was going nuts... Read more
Posted on 07 May 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS, PARENTING -
Music Inspired Kids' Room ..a Room Tour
The spring cleaning continues! (though it seems that I clean one room, and it is a matter of minutes before the mess returns. ohh, the joys of having 3 little... Read more
Posted on 05 May 2011 ARTS & CRAFTS, PARENTING