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Over the Rainbow Cupcakes

6/28/2014

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Click your heels three times and you will be transported to the End of the Rainbow, surrounded by cupcakes. Well, not really, but you could be in a short time, because these treats are a snap to make. After you pop these out of the oven, be sure to head over to the Redford Theatre today, where the historical landmark is hosting two showings of the iconic film, "Wizard of Oz." 

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Horse Cupcakes

5/8/2014

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On the heels of the Kentucky Derby- which I will score tickets to someday + to further explore the Merry-Go-Round theme- let's go off to the races with some horse cupcakes.

Not going to lie- they are kind of time consuming to make and my mom totally helped me with them- because you def need two hands, + an extended timeframe to allow them to set. And yes- your kids can help- but only with certain parts- like putting on the tail. And kind of like the Kentucky Derby- there is a ton of preparation involved for a two minute race to the finish- which in this case is a children's birthday party. 

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Field Trip | Merry-Go-Round Museum

5/4/2014

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The Merry-Go-Round Museum is located a hop, stampede and a jump from Detroit, in Sandusky, Ohio. Housed in a former U.S. Postal Office, the is a one-of-a-kind adventure into PonyLand! This space showcases carousels and all things associated with these machines. 

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Traditional Botanical Eggs + Onion Peel Dye

4/19/2014

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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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Coconut Bird Nests

4/15/2014

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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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Here's lookin' at you, kid.

4/7/2014

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— Core Detroit (@CoreDetroit) April 7, 2014
Beyond excited to be chosen for Core Detroit's Pic of the Day! Thank you so much. Check out their site & the image here.
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Field Trip | Marvin's Marvelous Mechanical Museum

3/29/2014

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If you found us through the CBS Detroit article featuring the most amazing unusual museums in Detroit- welcome! For more ideas about activities and events for kids in Detroit, [+ nationwide] subscribe to Monkeys Tales or follow Monkeys & Mayhem on twitter.
Step into an enchanted wonderland filled with fortune tellers, antique arcade games and coin-operated amusements at Marvin's Marvelous Mechanical Museum. The carnival-esque atmosphere is infamous for it's approach to old-fashioned entertainment. 

This space is packed with one discovery after the other. Every inch is covered with an unusual display, a rare poster or something unexpected hanging from the ceiling. There are machines that move, rides that entertain and prizes galore. This museum also features a snack enclave that has concession-stand treats like cotton candy, popcorn and hot dogs.

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Animal Menagerie Shadow Puppets

1/30/2014

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Right about now your home may slowly be turning into a zoo. So embrace it by charging an entrance fee, allowing visitors to see your little monkeys hanging from the curtain rods- or tame the wild beasts in your household by create your own menagerie. 

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Indoor Camping

1/26/2014

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Baby, it's cold outside = the understatement of the century! Where does that leave you when the kids are begging to play outside when the temperature hits 15 below? 

Take the doldrums outta winter and go camping. Although my daughter loved it, I Do Not enjoy sleeping in subzero temps- AT ALL- so, we settled on indoor camping this time.

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Best Banana Bread Recipe Ever

1/18/2014

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Nobody 'round these parts likes bananas- myself included, but everyone loves banana bread. This is the best recipe and is a healthy treat for the dreaded elementary school 'snack day.'  

Ingredients:
3 ripe bananas [or whatever amount is sitting around in the kitchen]
1/4 cup applesauce- any flavor, mango-peach is awesome
1/3 cup melted butter
3/4 cups of sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups flour
1 egg
Pinch of salt
Dash of cinnamon + allspice

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix bananas and butter into mixing bowl with sugar, egg, applesauce and vanilla. Kids can help with this. Use handheld beaters or a spoon to blend ingredients. Add baking soda, salt + spices. Add flour a little at a time, constantly stirring. Pour into a 4x8" loaf pan or muffin tins. Bake the loaf for 50 minutes to an hour and muffins for 20-25 minutes. Serve with a pat of unsalted butter or cream cheese. 
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*RockStar Tip* Throw some figurines or decorations onto muffins before hauling them to the classroom- the kids will instantly think they taste better. The glow-in-the-dark wildlife silhouettes we chose came in a super inexpensive package. [there were also dinosaurs] Later, we used the extras to create a zoo adventure in the sandbox. 
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