Everything You Need to Be Halloween Ready

Last week I totally gave myself a pat on the back because we made it out to the farm and I got some shots of the boys in the pumpkin patch - that NEVER happens.
Mom Win!

Normally, the season passes me by and I have all these grand ideas and plans and before I know it, Halloween is over and Christmas is already here.

This year, I'm trying to tackle more of those things off my list that I always say I'm going to do - but never actually do!

I've compiled a list of items to get you and the fam ready for Halloween with weeks to spare!

I searched the internet and BY FAR - the best prices on costumes is coming from Indigo!
I've linked a few of my absolute fav's from them (and btw - the Paw Patrol costumes are on sale for LESS than I've seen them at Winners - that's a SCORE!)

How adorable is this Darth Vader Costume (they have an infant version as well!)


You all know that Gabriel is OBSESSED with Paw Patrol so we had originally picked up this exact costume from Winenrs for 29.99
Would you believe it's even CHEAPER on the Indigo website?
I've linked it Here



Here is one I've never seen in store's...Everest from Paw Patrol!
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I've seen these Melissa and Doug Costumes in store and the quality is GREAT!
They're on for a great price right now so grab it while you can
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Next up is one of my FAVOURITE'S! I absolutely love this and it's on sale for 40% off!
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Ok, so now we've got the costume! What about some cute PJ's to wear after trick or treating?

The Halloween PJs are on sale for Under $20 now and the quality is great! I spotted them in store this past weekend and glad I held off on buying until there was a sale

You can shop these Here


And these Here


Ok, Costume is done, PJs are done - Now you need a book before bed (to help settle them down after the exciting night!!)

Here are my suggestions!
Peppa's Halloween Party
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Paw Patrol Halloween Heroes
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Happy Halloween Little Critter
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And there you have it, my Halloween round up! Now hopefully you can be more prepared than I ever was haha

xoxo,
vanessa

Our Favourite Wood Puzzles

I gets tons of questions on IG about the puzzles we use so here ya go, mama's!
I've rounded up my favourite wood puzzles that will help your little ones with alphabet, colours and shapes.


This Hape Alphabet puzzle; this is a favourite in my house because it takes a few minutes of concentration to accomplish. And a few minutes of quiet are nice for mom and child!
If you're interested in joining your little one, you can ask them the colour of the letter they are working on or word that start with the letter.

Sample Dialogue

Gabriel has just found the letter "A"
Mom: Gabriel, thats the letter A. What colour is it? (Gabriel knows all colours but still has trouble with alphabet)
Gabriel: It's Red
Mom: That's right! Did you know "Apple" starts with the letter A? Can you think of another word that starts with A?

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We haven't bought this yet but its on our wishlist and Gabriel may be getting it from Santa. It's on sale right now for only $11.99!
I love this because it's great for hand eye coordination and it promotes creativity.
If you're looking for a game to help with colours and patterns - this one is great.

Have your little one create a pattern and follow the pattern to complete their project
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This game seems great for making the connection between letter and word. I think toddlers would have fun looking for the letters coordinating to something they already know like "House" , "Watch", etc. Stay close by to correct things like "Geese" where they may think it's a bird.
You can buy it here


This is great for learning shapes and problem solving skills
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We have this sight word puzzle and I really noticed Gabriel starting to make the connection between the letters and words and the image - I'm a big fan of this one.
You may want to sit by them as they're playing to join in with asking questions like
"Do you know what word you just spelled?"
Say the letter out loud as they are placing it or say "Ok, now that you found the letter B, it's time to find the letter U. Once found, "great job! you just found the letter U

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Home Decor Trend: The Decorative Mirror

Anyone else obsessing over Arched Mirrors lately? I want them all - I just have commitment issues and can't decide which one to get and where to put them all.

Basically, my idea of online shopping is "Add to Cart" - then it takes me weeks to commit.
I've basically searched all over the internet for the best mirrors and these are a few of my favourites.

This Metal Mirror is one of my top picks and shipping is FREE! It's on for 50% off right now and only a few left in stock so snag it quick if you've got your eye on it

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I purchased this mirror and love it - It reminds me of the Jillian Harris mirror that I could never afford :)

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This Gold mirror is totally swoon worthy

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This mirror is amazing but once in stock, act fast, because this one sells out all time. I've had my idea on this for a while

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I forgot this store existed for so long haha but lately I am obsessing over so much from Pier1. But never buy anything regular price - I have been eyeing a dining table and noticed they have sales ALL.THE.TIME
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Toy Storage

How we Organize our Toys

I get questions ALL.THE.TIME about our toy storage so I linked our bins and wall unit right here!

Find These Bins Here

We LOVE these bins from Amazon

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They come in so many colours and prints that you won't have any problems finding something to suit your home


We store our bins in the Ikea Kallax Unit

We keep this unit in our loft area; it's super tiny but Gabriel absolutely loves going upstairs and spending some time playing alone with his toys. 

We've also added a picture ledge from Ikea that we use for books so he has his toys and books all together. 

Next Post, I'll take part the bins and give you a breakdown of how we organize everything!

xox

Vanessa