It seems to be a universal truth: when a child gets to use something from home at school or something from school at home, that thing is instantly new and exciting. For example, think of what’s shared during show-and-tell. Ratty, old stuffed animal? Great aunt’s costume jewelry? The collar or tags of[Read more]
The most common question asked during my first six months as Artist in Residence was, “What’s your favorite medium?” Sometimes it’s used as an ice breaker or conversation filler, when I meet someone new. Other times, the question is a gentle segue into finding out more about my background and[Read more]
When I began teaching and talking about upcycling in our county’s schools, I heard tales of how many unused supplies get thrown out at the end of every school year. I knew my own children brought home notebooks that appeared untouched, plus, markers and glue sticks and other supplies that[Read more]
A quick post of a quick project. In an attempt at getting stuff off of our counters (the mug of pens and pencils, the shopping list, etc.), I covered an old bulletin board in faded denim fabric and hot glued several jean pockets across the front, then wedged it between[Read more]
I’ve been differently employed for more than two years now (meaning I work, but not at one place, not 9 to 5, and not always 40 hours per week). By far, my favorite perk of this nontraditional work schedule is the time I get to spend with our kids. My[Read more]
Weekends are cherished in our household, for a number of reasons. My husband and I often work on Saturday or Sunday, so if we’re gifted with a day when all four Bradleys are at home, we don’t take it for granted. For our boys, weekends mean more computer time (as[Read more]