Toddler Tuesday is going to be become a regular weekly series on the blog. Each week I’ll blog about a toddler activity that I did with BK from the previous week. I also had some interest in the link-up part so I’m going to add the linky at the end. You can even link to a previous post from your blog, it doesn’t have to be one you wrote for today. I don’t have the blog button yet, but I’ll share it as soon as I get it!
So this weeks activity wasn’t very educational but it is something I’ve wanted to do for months now. Pre-BK I always put my make-up in the bathroom, but when she started crawling and walking around she became very interested in whatever I was doing. We have a huge mirror in our bedroom so I would just sit in the floor in front of it to do my makeup. She would always sit so still in my lap and watch my every move.
She is so infatuated by the process. She wants to give me my makeup and pretend to use the brushes on her face. She’ll hand me the mascara or eyeliner and say “eyes?” Now, this isn’t Toddlers and Tiaras so I needed a way for her to feel like she was doing the same thing as me, without all the mess.
I know I saw a pin about this months back but I can’t seem to locate it now and the one I could find didn’t link to a specific blog. Basically, I just bought some cheap makeup at Target, I spent $11 on several different things and a few brushes.
I just popped the metal inserts out. I used a knife and once I got under the edge they came right out. Then I filled each spot with nail polish.
I let it dry overnight and voila, mess free makeup.
This was a hit for BK she loves and she keeps talking about “my makeup,” as she calls it. Even though, she thinks I should be wearing hers now.
Quite the makeup artist I have on my hands.
Such a fun and easy project. I was surprised at how long she played with this last night.
Shannon Dew says
Oh my goodness this is A GREAT idea! I love it! KP would so love something like this too! You are one smart cookie, lady! Umm…and you two are totally precious together!
Lindsey says
You are a genius mama!!! I am so snagging this idea!! My Gil’s are constantly wanting in on my make up!!! I lov how sweet it is seeing B put the makeup on you!!! Priceless!
Laura @ My Thoughts-Uninterrupted says
That is a fabulous idea! If only I had a girl, although truth be told, E loves to play with my make up haha.
Britt says
SO ADORABLE! Im doing this right away! Both girls are obsessed with my makeup ๐
Kristen at First Name Smith says
that might be the cutest thing in the world. omg.
Elizabeth says
What a great idea!!! Not that I am wishing time away, but I can’t wait to try this when Addison is older.
Erica says
This post may just be an answer to my frustrations/prayers. But seriously, getting ready time can be so stressful because Kirsten just wants to do exactly what I’m doing. Thanks for the idea, and I’ll try and link up sometime in the future.
Ashley W says
I was wondering if you were going to do this..
http://ashleywaldrop.blogspot.com/2012/01/toddler-tuesday.html
LeeLee and B + Annie Louise says
OMGoodness!!!!!!!!!! This is such a great idea! Annie Louise LOVES to play in my make-up and brushes, so this is right up our alley! I will definitely have to link up some time! Great idea! ๐
Perfectly Imperfect says
this is a fantastic idea!!!!!!! I am so going to have to try this!
Mrs. Jenna Lou says
That is adorable! I love this and will have to remember that when I finally have kids!
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Amy says
what a great idea! i usually just let libbi use my old bare minerals containers, but she’s definitely getting bored with those. i’ll be trying this ASAP! thanks for sharing. and i’m loving this toddler tuesday series ๐
Whitni Alis says
such a great idea. I remember having play makeup when I was little. It was a set and came from the toy section. I have a pretty good long term memory lol.
Kat says
This is genius! I’m pinning it
Madison's Mommy says
Cutest.Idea.Ever! I am going to do this as soon as Maddie is a little bit older! She already loves products and girly stuff that’s for sure! Thanks for the super fun idea!
Lauren says
Wow! Great idea!
Angie says
This is SUCH a great idea!!! Kal LOVES when I put on my makeup and is just infatuated, it is crazy! Ill for sure be doing this soon!
Kayleigh says
Oh my heck, this is great! I don’t have kids yet, but I’m saving this for when I do! And I’m sharing with my sisters & friends who have little girls! ๐