Monkeys & Mayhem is pleased to announce the limited edition release of a one of a kind bunting- The Max- created to celebrate Paint By Numbers and its inventors!

One of my favorite crafts, Paint By Numbers was invented right here in Detroit! In 1949, a local artist named Dan Robbins met a businessman- Max Klein and collaborated on the Paint By Number Kit. The set was intended to take the mystery out of producing a pretty piece of art that could be painted by novices. Klein sold them through the Palmer Paint Company, which he owned, and in 1951, the first set of kits was sold. It was widely popular, selling millions of sets.

Named after Max Klein- the inventor behind the original Paint By Numbers, this is the first bunting named after a different sort of Rock Star. And guess what! he shares the same name as my grandmother, who showed me how to make these buntings. 

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Once upon a time, we made the modern version of botanical easter eggs using regular dyes. Today we bring you the real deal for your egg-dyeing enjoyment.

My daughter asked my gma if we could dye eggs using her traditional onion peel and plant clipping method. So, without further ado, here is the process that will yield shiny brown eggs with a unique design.

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We like to visit the Detroit Historical Museum once every few weeks because there is always so much to do and see. There is an evolving collection of work the museum selects for the space, and the shows are always exceptional. 

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These sweet little nests are perfect for spring, and can be filled with Easter candy that will probably be making its way into your home in obscene amounts. Toddlers and big kids can definitely help with this edible project. Drop some off at the easter open house, and keep a tray for an afternoon treat little bunnies can munch on.

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Beyond excited to be chosen for Core Detroit's Pic of the Day! Thank you so much. Check out their site & the image here.

Yesterday was April Fools Day & due to circumstances, I had a plethora of bananas. So what to do with bunches of a monkey's favorite treat? Make Killa Nilla Banana Pie, of course¡¡ or you can make The Best Banana Bread Ever!! 

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Gotcha! Here's a waaay simple prank, just in time for April Fools. This prank is perfect for little kids, who will think it is absolutely amazing. To pull this off properly, you need a few ingredients and about 4-5 minutes. You will perform an impossible feat- slicing a banana through its peel, & WITHOUT using a knife. Here is how it's done...

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