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Unlocking the Power of Open-Ended Play: Fostering Healthy Childhood Development
Explore the importance of open-ended play for healthy childhood development. Discover tips for screen-free activities that foster creativity and social skills.
Time for Your Superhero to Shine!
Each year I open up my Creative Capes Photo Contest for customers to get creative in capturing the joy of their little one as their superhero self! Are you ready to show off your one-of-a kind superhero? Now is the time to send in your best pics to show off your hero to your the Creative Capes Community!
A Childhood Memory for the Holidays
Have fun with art, don't worry about perfection and gather your courage to reach for the stars.
Last Show of the Season
Our show season ends with the ultimate Christmas shopping experience at The Bizarre Bazaar! Read more...
Calling IG Followers - Small Shops GlVEAWAY!
A special event leading up to the holidays for IG followers... 16 small shops including Creative Capes have come together to offer you a chance to W I N an $800 prize ($50 gift certificate from each shop).
The destination for holiday shopping in Northern VA!
Creative Capes will be joining 300 artisans in Chantilly, VA for the Northern VA Christmas Market. Come to the Dulles Expo Center for you holiday shopping Nov 8-10th.
A mom's perspective on Halloween
This holiday is for ALL ages so have the entire family get dressed-up for Halloween! The costume possibilities are endless so let the creativity ensue.
A Gift Guide to Support Creative Play and Small Businesses
Explore Holly's Picks of Imaginative Gifts for your holiday shopping. This hand selected list of children gift ideas from fellow artisans will support imaginative thinking and encourage unplugged playtime! Discover gifts that your little ones will treasure and parents approve. Make a big impact by shopping small for your holiday and birthday gifts!
Cape Mobile is on the Road Again!
Mark your calendar-- Two Family Friendly Art Festivals you won't want to miss the first weekend of October. The weather forecast is perfect for both Art on the Ave (Saturday, Oct 5th) and Takoma Street Festival (Sunday, Oct 6th). Stop by my booth and say hi!
The bell is about to ring...
Leaving home to head into school is a scary task for many children. Being required to participate, without the option of saying no thanks, can certainly generate anxiety. Going to...
Are you having FUN yet?
"These capes have saved the day more than once for my kids, Super Brynlee and Brady!" - Amy, Super Mom I love it when customers take time to share their heroes...
Don't leave out the girls!
FACT: Everyone feels empowered when they slip on their cape. Too often in the past, I heard from craft show customers that they were buying for their little boys. Over the...