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It wasn’t a daycare day, but the orders still needed to ship, the table feet weren’t going to install themselves, and my 10-month-old assistant was very committed to snack time. 😅
We made it work—powered by Cheerios and sheer determination.
And yes, I still think I can squeeze in a DIY project during nap time. (Delusional? Maybe. On brand? Absolutely.)
👉 Need ideas for what to make when you finally get a quiet minute? Drop a comment—I’ve got some good ones coming your way.
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