Up in space, astronauts can't run to the grocery store for food like we do here on earth, so what is their alternative to create a healthy meal? They use fresh greens, grown right from a hydroponic garden! Hydroponics (the process of using water to grow plants) plays a big role in space exploration. There is no soil for plants in space, so hydroponics has become the popular substitute! Astronauts study, observe, and eat the greens they grow. The plants also help to provide ox

I can't think of a better way to celebrate the launch of Doll STEM Camp 2018 than with an interview featuring the amazing author who sparked not only my interest in STEM, but also the interest of girls everywhere- Erin Teagan! It was an honor to have talked with Erin and receive her insight on STEM topics. Before Luciana debuted, I was really unaware of how fascinating space and science could be. However, after reading Luciana's books, I developed a curiosity to learn more ab

Ready to grow in science? Then today's sneak peek is just for you! Here's your first look at the hydroponic station we'll be making this summer! Hydroponics (the process of using water to grow plants) plays a big role in space exploration. There is no soil for plants in space, so hydroponics has become the popular alternative! Astronauts study, observe, and eat the greens they grow. The plants also help to provide oxygen inside the space station! The lights give these photos

*Update - The winner has been announced! Visit our channel for full details, and be on the lookout for more giveaways coming soon. Time has flown by- our first year on Youtube has been so much fun! Dollbaker24 and I have loved watching the Doll Days Channel grow. February marked one year since Dollbaker24 published her very first video, so we want to thank all of her subscribers by celebrating with a giveaway! The out-of-this-world prize package includes one "Reach for the St

Valentines Day is quickly approaching, and you know what that means... Show your love for American Girl by passing out these free, Luciana Vega Valentines! If you know me, I'm over-the-moon for American Girl's 2018 Girl of the Year, Luciana Vega- a passionate STEM scientist that plans to be the first girl on Mars. Some of you may remember last year's printable AG Valentines, and I had a blast creating these with Luciana as my inspiration! (Did you catch all my space puns ther

Creating bedrooms inspired by American Girl characters is one of my favorite hobbies. I love mixing different pieces from around the dollhouse to make a totally new room! Today, I want to share with you the most recent hangout I've been working on. Welcome to Luciana's Stellar Bedroom! ✨ Originally I planned to use Danielle for this shoot. She's Truly Me #66, almost identical to the 2018 Girl of the Year, Luciana Vega. However, on January 5th, a future astronaut (who just ha

*Update - 12/28/17 9:41 A.M. The reveal mission is complete! Luciana has known been made known to the public. Following the reveal, ABC published an article containing photos of Luciana and comments from the American Girl Team. "American Girl's 2018 girl of the year is Luciana Vega, an 11-year-old "aspiring astronaut who dreams of being the first person to go to Mars," the wildly popular doll makers said in a statement unveiling the new character. "Luciana is our first charac