New Name, New Look!

Hey there! I’ve been gone for a bit. I’ve been in the lab  (sewing room ). The online merchandise will launch January 2015, on my birthday to be exact! I wanted to take a bit of time to quickly explain the name change. I want my brand to AND it’s name to be absolutely cohesive. Although I like the name Daisy Love, it’s not completely conducive to what I am in route of accomplishing or the image that I would like to convey. I now present to you, Ash and Kailee  (made in sunny SoCal). My product is made with all of us in mind. It is made with great consideration for not only from me and mine, but you and yours. It is an experience for US from the time each product is created to the time it arrives at your front door. Let’s share this experience together

♡ Shop Ash and Kailee

Shop Daisy Love!

I’ve been gone for a minute! I’m currently developing a product line and my online shop will be opening Winter 2015! Here’s a tiny sneak peek!

SEWING!

Tea wallet

Tea wallet (inside)

Reversible coffee sleeve!

Reversible coffee sleeve!

Quick Weekday Meal: Chicken Bowl

We’re usually most busy on the weekdays. If you’re a working adult with a household to feed, you’ll often find yourself in your closet scrambling for a cape by mid-afternoon. No worries. Grab a rotisserie chicken from Costco, frozen veggies, & a cup of quinoa. VIOLA! We’re having chicken for dinner!

Quote of the Day

Happy end of the weekend! Relax and enjoy it, TOMORROW IS MONDAY!

5 Reasons Why Play Dates Are Essential For Developement

Play dates have become exceedingly popular in American culture over the past couple of decades. With the increase in working moms as well as single moms, play dates became more than helpful to moms nationwide. Play dates are more for the kids in my personal opinion. Growing up, I never had “scheduled” play dates or play dates so that my mother could take care of business. I had play dates simply because I liked to play and make friends in the neighborhood. It was simply good ol’ fashioned kids making friends in the neighborhood. Unfortunately, those days have come and gone. The new generation doesn’t seem to play outside as much like they did in past decades. Because of this, kids don’t necessarily know the kids in the neighborhood; outside of school of course. One thing that we can all relate to is the fact that we gained life and social skills through childhood play. Because of the change in time, it is essential that we implement play dates in our children’s lives as well as encourage social skills. Hey, there are even groups and clubs designed for this very task! I comprised a list of reasons why it is play dates are AWESOME!

1. ENCOURAGING MANNERS i.e “Please”, “Thank you”, etc.

2. ENCOURAGING SOCIAL SKILLS i.e Kindness, helping others, team work, etc.

3. SHARING

4. ENHANCES CREATIVITY through role play, art, etc.

5. ENCOURAGES THE VALUE OF TRUE FRIENDSHIP

 

 

LET’S STAY POSITIVE, IT’S BEAUTIFUL & HEALTHY!

 

LET’S STAY POSITIVE, IT’S BEAUTIFUL & HEALTHY!

Recipe: Cajun Shrimp & Grits

I like this recipe because I personally find it to be quick, easy, & absolutely delicious!

INGREDIENTS:

– 1 Pound Shrimp, deveined

– Grits

– Cajun seasoning

– Butter

– Green onions

 

INSTRUCTIONS:

– Cook grits according to the directions on the box

– Sautee shrimp in 1 tbs of butter, lightly season with Cajun seasoning. Once finished, turn the heat to low and cover

– In a small bowl, pour in grits and follow with shrimp. Top with chopped onions, according to taste

A Fussy Tot’s Curly Hair Regimen

My daughter started off with just a few curly strands of hair which was MOSTLY at the top of her head. She now has a head full of curls! Bring on the crying, meaning us both. Thankfully, I figured a few tricks along the way! Don’t get me wrong, it’s still a challenge. I found out pretty early that The Muppets are my bffs. As long as one of the Muppet movies are on, my LO will let me do almost ANY STYLE on her hair with ease. Her regimen is quite simple. I was her hair with shampoo once a month. Throughout the month, I was it with conditioner. I recently discovered a new (possibly not so “new”) by Herbal Essence. It was life altering so I may eliminate shampoo all together. After her hair is all squeaky clean, I wrap her in a towel and get her dressed. I allow her hair to air dry while I’m getting her dressed. In the event she needs to take a nap before getting her hair styled, I just put it in a high ponytail. This time she got her hair washed right before naptime so she went to sleep right after. The not so great thing about this is that her hair becomes very dry during the process. No worries, that’s what moisturizer is for. Once she got up I moisturized her hair with shea butter and detangled it using a spray bottle of water and a paddle brush. My process is an extremely simple process. Having a strong minded toddler is what brings forth a beautiful challenge. So remember, SNACKS AND DVDS are a mom’s bff when it comes to styling a stubborn tots hair!

Detangled hair before getting it washed

Conditioner & a forced smile

The dramatic scene after the hair is rinsed out

Air dried

 

Un-moisturized & Un-styled VS. Styled & Moisturized