March 9, 2018

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Elizabeth Iverson

Our family has committed to spending time outdoors with out little one every day for a year. We've learned the importance of dressing well for the weather, and a few other things, too.

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Elizabeth Iverson

January 9, 2018

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Keep Toddler Hands Warm this Winter [Knitting DIY]

Elizabeth Iverson

January 9, 2018

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Keep Toddler Hands Warm this Winter [Knitting DIY]

These mittens were created to withstand some serious cold. Each mitten is knit as two separate mittens, and one fits inside the other. The result is a double layer of insulation that keeps tiny hands toasty warm. Minnesota toddler tested and approved.

Elizabeth Iverson

November 9, 2017

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We Made Our Own Ultralight Down Backpacking Quilt - Family Sized!

Elizabeth Iverson

November 9, 2017

diy gear

We Made Our Own Ultralight Down Backpacking Quilt - Family Sized!

Here's how we designed and made our own ultralight down sleeping quilt, big enough to cover the whole family. Our homemade quilt kept our family of three warm on 40 degree nights, it packed down to less than the size of one of our sleeping bags, and weighed just over 2 lbs.