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Making All Things New With Cricut Maker

June 2, 2021June 1, 2021Sarah Pinault

GeekMom Sarah meets a familiar hobby in new ways with the Cricut Maker, and all things vinyl. Taking the next steps in the world of smart cutting machines, what will she cut next?

Gotta Be Done: All Things Bluey

May 26, 2021May 25, 2021Sarah Pinault

Bluey season two is the perfect antidote to lingering 2020 Blues. We’re getting ready with all kinds of crafts, books, and commentary.

It’s a ‘Llama Llama’ Celebration

May 25, 2021May 24, 2021Sarah Pinault

It’s ‘Llama Llama’ day in our house on any given day of the week.

How We Worried in 2020

May 24, 2021May 23, 2021Sarah Pinault

We worried a lot in 2020, thankfully we built up a good toolbox to help us process and work through that worry. From books, to blankets, to simply being together, here are a few of the ways we got through a terrible, horrible, no good, actually not bad year.

Summer Vacation Is Coming and I’m Not Sure I’m Ready For It

May 22, 2021May 21, 2021Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth discusses the challenges of another not-quite-normal summer.

Dear Moms, You Are Not the Only One Who Got a Guilt-Inducing/Embarrassing Mother’s Day Tribute

May 15, 2021May 14, 2021Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth reminds moms that plenty of us got guilt-inducing or embarrassing Mother’s Day tributes.

‘My Singing Monsters Fandemonium’ Is the Next Level in Entertainment

May 13, 2021May 13, 2021Jennmac

“Gamifying Content.” Those are the words Catherine used to describe My Singing Monsters Fandemonium, and it’s the closest term we have right now. Unlike your run of the mill kid’s variety show, My Singing Monsters Fandemonium combines live streaming interaction with 3D Animation to create an experience like no other. Back in my day, kid […]

Toft Minis: Everything is Cuter in Small Packages

May 11, 2021May 10, 2021Sarah Pinault

Continuing crochet adventures with British brand Toft, this time in miniature. Puppies and Geckos and Badgers, oh my!

Choosing Memories Over Mourning

May 8, 2021May 7, 2021Lisa Tate

Eventually, we will all face that first special occasion without our parents around. These are good opportunities to celebrate their lives.

How My Bullet Journal Helps Me Track and Manage My Anxiety

May 8, 2021May 7, 2021Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth discuses how she uses her bullet journal to track and manage her anxiety.

Clixo: A Fun Magnetic Toy in a Small Package

May 6, 2021May 5, 2021Jenny Bristol

Infinite play, compact living space!

Two Fantastic Masks for People With Sensory Needs

May 6, 2021May 5, 2021Jenny Bristol

Learn about two different types of masks for all ages that address specific sensory needs.

Classic Style and Classic Sound Making New Memories

May 5, 2021May 4, 2021Sarah Pinault

Nostalgia for all generations in one tidy package in the new Canvas Record Player from Victrola. A family tradition continues.

GeekMom Review: BRIO’s Battery-Operated Steaming Train

May 5, 2021June 20, 2023Jennmac

BRIO is a well known brand in our family. Before my son could speak words, he spoke train. Two years ago, we began attending model train conventions to add to our growing boys collection.

Celebrating Art in Our Own Lives on World Art Day

April 15, 2021April 14, 2021Lisa Tate

It’s World Art Day. Here are some inspiring ways anyone can find art in their own world, and in themselves.

Build-A-Bear, Animal Crossing and One Disappointed GeekMom

April 8, 2021April 7, 2021Sarah Pinault

Build-A-Bear Workshop and Nintendo team up to bring your villagers to cuddly life; were you able to get your hands on the coveted stuffies?

Preview of LEGO Products for the First Half of 2021

April 6, 2021April 5, 2021Jenny Bristol

Check out some of LEGO’s newest products for the first half of 2021.

Leaf’d Box Subscription Boxes and Education Kits: Perfect Garden Starters for Families

March 29, 2021March 29, 2021Jenny Bristol

The Leaf’d Box Subscription Boxes and Education Kits are a fun, packaged way to introduce edible gardening to your kids. It’s a perfect family activity.

GamerSafer: Keeping Kids Safe in Multiplayer

March 28, 2021March 27, 2021Jennmac

GamerSafer works as a bridge between parents and kids, using the latest technology to keeps kids safe on the internet.

The Lost Book Sales of 2020

March 25, 2021March 24, 2021Sarah Pinault

Looking forward to a year of used book sales, fewer and more spaced out of course, but 2021 should hold more literary joy than last year.