One item parents receive more than a few of are baby blankets. And, those baby blankets are often the most difficult item for kids to part with. So I decided it was about time to upcycle the cuddly soft blankets into something everyone in the family could enjoy: fleece pillowcases.     What do you do with your old baby blankets?  

Over the past decade and a half, I've been to over a hundred conferences either as an attendee, a sponsor, or an exhibitor. And rarely does anyone leave completely satisfied.     But, if you want to ensure you'll have a horrible time, here are my top three worst reasons to attend a blogging conference or event. Why do you attend conferences?