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Expanding Your Child's Imagination Through PlayAny parent or educator could tell you the importance of children learning through play. Here's a cute activity that you and your child (or niece, nephew, grandchild) can do together. -
Fish Tycoon: A Review and Tutorial All in OneFish Tycoon is a fun for all ages game that just might cause mild addiction and obsession.
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Natural Bridge State Park: Another Display of the Beauty in Sauk County, WisconsinNatural Bridge State Park is located a short drive from Parfrey's Glen and Devil's Lake in Baraboo, WI. Baraboo is located in Sauk county and is 45 miles north of Madison. -
Tips for Recycling Old Shirts, Sweaters and Pants into Something NewMany of us can attest to having clothes that you can't bear to get rid of. Whatever your reason - sentiment, cute photos, nice pattern, you know you have them.
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Ghostly Trick or Treat Bucket: This Ghoulish Companion Will Delight Your ChildHere's a cute craft you and your child can do together, though if you have an older child, chances are good that they can do this on their own. -
A Paranormal Investigation of Plainfield and Spiritland Cemeteries in WisconsinThis past August brought more paranormal investigations for us. Along the way to some of our destinations was the now infamous Plainfield. We decided to pay Ed Gein and his family a visit once more. -
The Importance of Character Development in NovelsThe more you know a character the more real they become to you. The more real they become to you the more real they will become to a reader. It's a chain reaction.
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Parfrey's Glen State Park - in the Baraboo Area State Parks in WisconsinParfrey's Glen is one of those places that you just grow to love. It has a serene, peaceful feel and a beauty all of it's own. The trail mostly consists of walkways and isn't terribly long, clocking in at a quarter-mile long. -
Visit Dr. Evermor's Art Park Near the Madison/Baraboo Region in WisconsinFor years we knew about these fabulous sculptures on highway 12 in Wisconsin. This time we found the actual park, and what we had been missing all along. -
Methods for Expanding Your Child's CreativityHere's some tips how you can make the most of your child's creative streaks.
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Make a Quick and Easy Bug House Using Recycled MaterialsBelow you will find a quick and easy bug house that either you can make for that special bug collector in your life, or that they can make for themselves using mostly recycled materials. -
How to Make a Miniature ToothbrushWhat better accessory to add to your cabinet or bathroom counter top than a toothbrush? Read on to find out how you can make one or two for yourself and your doll house or room box family. -
How You Can Earn Free Books OnlineWith the rising costs of living, and gas, we might find that we can no longer afford to buy the latest books by our favorite authors. Well, there are places online that you can legitimately earn gift cards and gift certificates toward free books. -
How to Make a Miniature HairbrushWhat better accessory to add to your cabinet or dresser top than a hairbrush? Read on to find out how you can make one yourself. -
A Beginner's Guide to NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month)NaNoWriMo stands for National Novel Writing Month, and it is a worldwide annual event that takes place in November. The goal is to write a novel consisting of at least 50,000 words (175 pages) in just thirty days. -
Methods for Displaying and Organizing Your Child's ArtworkYou often hear that you can't keep all of your child's artwork through the years. Perhaps this is true, but we can rely on these methods to at least keep and organize what you do keep. -
Rainy Day Activities for Kids of All AgesSpring is upon us, and it's been one, cold, damp rainy week here in Wisconsin. What are the kids to do for entertainment, especially during National TV Turn Off Week? Read on to see how your children can stay busy this and any other rain (or snow) filled week! -
Phantom Chickens and Disembodied Voices at Chicken Alley in Seymour, WisconsinChicken Alley is a simple country road consisting of four corners and not much else. The stretch of road lies outside of Seymour, Wisconsin, and is reported to have some very odd phenomenon attached to it. -
How to Make a Miniature Tree and DecorationsIt is never too early to think how your miniature families will celebrate the holidays. -
Investigating the Paranormal Activity at Weary Road WisconsinWeary Road, located near Evansville in Wisconsin has a history of haunting and a reputation of one of the most haunted places in Wisconsin. We decided to look around for ourselves. -
Gideon's Picks for the Best Interactive BooksMy four year old son, Gideon has a love for interactive books that have things in addition to the wonderful stories offered within. Here's a listing of some of his favorites. -
How to Make Miniature FramesThese easy to make frames are suitable for wall hanging, or if you so choose you may adapt them for display on a table or shelf. -
Recycled Craft: Turn a Ten-Year Old Calendar into Something NewHere's a craft that you and your child can make together using an old recycled calendar that would make a wonderful gift for a loved one from your child. -
Up Close and Personal with the Deer at the Wisconsin Deer Park. (A Review)Do you love deer, goats, pigs, emus and more? Are you planning a trip in or near the Wisconsin Dells? Well, if you answered yes to any of these questions, than the Wisconsin deer park might be for you. -
Dissection Labs: When Curriculum and Morals CollideMost of us are familiar with the presence of dissection labs in school curriculum. The question is what happens when these labs go against either personal or family morals of the students? -
Review: Oschner Park and ZooOschner Park and zoo might be small, but it's beauty and it's free admission is sure to win you over. -
HP Photosmart M425v 5MP Digital CameraLast September I decided it was time to replace my cheap 2.0 mega pixel digital camera with something more suitable for my needs. What I found was the HP Photosmart M425 5 mega pixel camera. It is a purchase that I don't for one minute regret either. -
Rainy Day Craft: 3-D Appliqué Felt PicturesHere's a great activity for kids of all ages that uses inexpensive felt scraps. -
Review: Knuckleheads Family Entertainment Center in Wisconsin Dells, WIHow many times have you arrived at your vacation destination only to find it rains? I know it's happened to me. What can you do for vacation fun in the rain? Well, if you are vacationing in or near the Wisconsin Dells area, you can do quite a bit, actually. -
DIY Pet Care: How to Make a Miniature Water Bottle for a Pet CageIf your room box or doll house family is pet-inclined, they'll certainly want you to read this tutorial series. It'll talk you through how to make a pet, water bottle, cage and food and food bowl. -
A Ghost Hunter's Guidehhhhhh -
How to Fake Stained Glass Windows in Your Doll House or Room BoxThese easy to make windows will add beauty to your home or room box. -
How to Capture a Photograph of LightningWe've all seen the spectacular lightning displays that arrive just prior to a storm. Sometimes they last through the storm, but I can assure you that you or your camera would not. -
How to Make Miniature LollipopsThis is a quick and easy treat to lay on the dinner table or to add to a miniature candy jar. -
Investigating the Reported Hunting's of DudleytownThe ghost town of Dudleytown was said to be extremely haunted, and we were about to find out for ourselves how much truth there was to this. -
Hammond Castle Museum InvestigationHammond Castle Museum is a 70% Medieval Castle set by the sea in Massachusetts. We went here in mid 1994 unaware of the ghostly presence there. We actually visited the castle twice in the same year, returning a couple weeks later for the Vampire Nights Tour. -
How to Play the Neopian Stock Market on NeopetsHave you ever dreamed of having a small neofortune that didn't require you to have to restock the rare gems in shops that are always gone before you even begin to haggle? Then perhaps the Neopian Stock Market is for you.
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How to Make a Miniature Pull ToyThe child in your home, doll house or room box scene will delight in playing with this darling pull toy. It's a lot easier to make than it looks. -
Witch [Callan] Road InvestigationIt's said that the shack and surrounding woods on 'Witch Road' are haunted. We took a trip there to see what we could find. -
Investigation into Reports of a Wisconsin Serial Killer, Ed Gein HauntingYou may be familiar with the deeds of Wisconsin killer and grave digger Ed Gein, maybe you've seen the movie on his life. We set out to investigate reports of hauntings at three locations connected to him and his heinous deeds. -
How to Fake Sewing and Weaving Doll House Rugs and BeddingHave you ever looked at those lovely needlework rugs and bedding wishing that you had the ability and or patience to create one for your doll house or room box? Well, if you have, I've got a few wonderful solutions for you!
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Doll House Scales: Getting it Done RightOne of the trickiest things to get down when you first start miniature work is scale. What do all those numbers mean, and more importantly how can you decorate your house or room box without it all being out of proportion? -
How to Light a Doll HouseOne of the hardest decisions you'll face when doing your doll house or room box is whether or not to add working lights to it. While the concept of wanting lights that work seems like a wonderfully appealing idea, there's a few things you need to know first. -
The Showboat Saloon InvestigationAbout a year ago we went to investigate the reports of a haunting at the Showboat Saloon. The Showboat Saloon is a bar and entertainment venue located in the Wisconsin Dells. -
In Search of the Elusive Summerwind: Investigating Wisconsin's Most Haunted HouseI have been interested in visiting Summerwind for years. Ever since I read a story of the events that occurred there in I believe it was Haunted Heartland. So, when I found out I'd be in the area of Summerwind I jumped at the chance to try to locate and investigate there. -
Inexpensive and Easy Dollhouse Furnishings and AccentsAre you looking to furnish your doll house or your child's doll house inexpensively? Are you looking for nice, realistic items to add? If you answered yes to the above, than maybe printables are the solution for you. -
How to Make a Valentine's Day Card with 'Floating' Foam Hearts (Suitable for Children)This is a really cute idea for children to receive as well as to make. -
Trash to Treasure: Turn Ordinary Trash and Found Items into MiniaturesThe seasoned and new miniaturist will tell you that buying the items needed to make minis can get costly for such tiny items. Buying the items already made isn't any better on your wallet, either. So, what is one to do? -
Simple Box Car You and Your Child Can MakeI don't know about all of you, but my young son cannot resist playing in any box he finds around our house. It doesn't matter if he's too big for it or not he will still try to squeeze in there and play! -
Cheaper Alternatives to Doll House FlooringA big issue I ran into while looking for decor for my doll house was flooring. Doll house tiles, carpet, etc is just like any other doll house crafting material: expensive. I brainstormed alternates that are easier to obtain and a lot cheaper. -
How to Make a Travel Flannel Board Book:A flannel board is a great tool for grasping and holding a young child's attention for story time (and any learning occasion) and a wonderful toy for the child to play with and develop their imagination. -
How to Make a Mini Wrapping Paper Storage Container and Wrapping Paper RollsHere's an easy project to make a wrapping paper storage container and some rolls of wrapping paper for your doll house or room box. -
How to Make Miniature Crayons for Your Doll House or Room BoxThese little crayons will help to make your doll house look like a home. -
How to Make Your Child the Star of Their Very Own Book!Young children are fascinated by photos of babies, they are equally as fascinated with photos of themselves. Here's a great idea to promote family time, reading skills and entertain your child all at once. -
Nature Craft: Mini Holiday Wreath for a Doll HouseI took out a tree to reshape and decorate for my doll house. It was green and in great shape, just a bit dry and less flexible. It broke in half on me, though I soon found another use for this lovely plant. I would use it's branches to make a mini wreath for a doll house. -
Digital Scrapbooking for Your Doll HouseYes, even the little doll houses have family photos to share, do you? Here's a cute idea to take your family photos (or photos of your doll house resident's family) and use them to make a scrapbook for your doll house.