Here at Pier to Peer we try to find new ways to live healthier lives and try to inspire others to do the same. Whether it is through exercise, eating healthy or recycling. Last month, we posted an article about DASANI and New Balance teaming up to create a new shoe line made out of recycled [...]
“Must Have” Art Supplies For Kids and Kids at Heart!
May 10, 2012 By · 4 Comments
Confession: I am a hoarder. I don’t hoard things like newspapers clippings, unicorn figurines, or model airplanes; I hoard all types of art supplies. I have so many different art supplies in my collection that I have outgrown the cabinet in our kitchen and have taken over my husband’s maximizer tool cabinet in our garage [...]
Crafting Community: A Desert Oasis Family Vacation
April 17, 2012 By · Leave a Comment
I am full of vacation envy over this year’s fourth annual Crafting Community at the Ace Hotel in Palm Springs. This is the ultimate escape from your work, schedules and busy lives in the city. Crafting Community is a unique family retreat here in southern California. It’s so close it couldn’t be more convenient…just pack your bags and get ready to [...]
Wishing You A Happy Passover & Easter!
April 6, 2012 By · Leave a Comment
We would like to wish everyone a beautiful weekend and happy Passover and Easter! In the spirit of the holiday’s this weekend we thought we would reshare our Easter and Spring inspired articles. If you haven’t started your baskets, treats or even some decor before your family and friends arrive, then you came to the right place. [...]
Backyard Bridal Shower & DIY Recipe Book Gift
March 22, 2012 By · 1 Comment
My girlfriend Christine is engaged and recently had the most beautiful backyard bridal shower. Her sister planned this perfect celebration that was exactly Christine’s chic style! She and I have been friends since we met in 2001 while working at Nordstrom’s at UCSB. We have experienced so much during our crazy college days and now [...]
Saint Patrick’s Day Traditions & Treats
March 14, 2012 By · Leave a Comment
I’m not Irish and I really don’t like corned beef and cabbage, but who doesn’t love celebrating St. Patrick’s Day? My kids think that the idea of a little green leprechaun coming into their classroom or bedroom at night is about as good as a visit from the Easter Bunny – so I indulge them! [...]
A Dino-tastic Birthday Bash!
February 28, 2012 By · 8 Comments
Last week my son turned three years old and we celebrated his birthday with a small dinosaur-themed BBQ at home. “A Dino-Mite 3rd Birthday Party!” For each of my children, I try to make their birthdays extra special by throwing them a unique party. They get to choose the theme and then I get to have all [...]
Rainy Day Activities!
February 15, 2012 By · 15 Comments
For those of us who live in “sunny” Southern California, dealing with winter weather is somewhat foreign. My wardrobe consists of a variety of tank tops and I only want to wear boots for style, not to keep my feet dry! I have one jacket with a hood and when it is wet outside I [...]
Happy Valentine’s Day!
February 14, 2012 By · 1 Comment
Kristal, Melissa and I would like to wish a day filled with love and laughter! We have recently shared some of our favorite Valentine’s Day recipes, DIY projects and gift ideas! Here are a few other new goodies I know you will LOVE and a “Cliff’s Notes” version of our other V-Day faves for those of you [...]
Homemade 3-D Valentine’s Cards
February 6, 2012 By · 3 Comments
I feel like Valentine’s Day just sneaks up on me every year. I’ve barely recovered from the holidays and the class lists are already coming home in the girl’s backpacks. Of course my girls LOVE the occasion, because it’s just another good reason to indulge in candy (especially chocolate). To me, Valentine’s Day has become too commercialized (like every [...]
