I'm not usually one for fake flowers around the house--I much prefer the real thing. But when they're as cool and crafty as these, I could easily make an exception. Julie Romero's Handmade Paper Flowers are all made to order with 50 bloo…
Yes, we're getting down to the wire on Mother's Day cards and crafts. You've got just two more days--unless you're sending goodies out overnight, in which case get on it stat! While we've got some cool DIY Mother's Day card ideas and gif…
I'm not generally one for inspirational quotes around the house. But sometimes there are phrases that I just want to think about all day--and I wouldn't mind my kids spending time mulling them over either. The Work Hard and Be Nice poste…
This week I discovered the very cool Martha Stewart jewelry craft collection while guest pinning for the Martha Stewart Living Pinterest board --which, by the way, has been so much fun. Have you stopped by yet? So I was excited to get a …
When I first discovered Baby Buggy, the remarkable organization that helps new mothers most in need, I was instantly captivated. As a new mom myself, I wanted to know what I could do to help . And now, several years later, I'm so excited…
Discovering Melissa Zook jewelry last year was the best thing to happen to my wrist since...I don't know. Something else good that happened to my wrist. I immediately splurged on one of this Brooklyn artist's black leather cuff bangles a…
Custom jewelry inspired by children's artwork is probably one of the most popular gifts that we feature for Mother's Day each year. And now, there's one more option that's way more funky mom jewelry than sweet grandmother jewelry. Should…
Well, wasn't I delighted to walk into my local bodega and see a brand new treat from Justin's Organic Peanut Butter staring back at me from the counter. Okay, my thighs weren't delighted, but I sure was. Move over Reese's: I love you but…
Every year, I look out for appropriately modest swimsuits for girls. Not to keep them bundled in tents, but to keep them cute and water-ready without having to succumb to ruching and triangle teeny-bikini tops for the nonexistent boobs. …
When we first discovered the limited-time indie design sale site Of A Kind, my first thought was get some kids stuff in there ! And voila! My shopping hopes (for you...really) have been answered, as they embark on their first ever kids' …
Hi, Word Nerd here. You know, the type who cringes wildly every time she receives a pitch promising "A Great Story Idea For Mom's Everywhere." I'm also a little anal about the its/it's issues on my children's homework, so you can imagine…
Because ironic baby tees featuring all sorts of devices that they will never entirely understand are all the rage these days (you know, rotary phones, Polaroid cameras, I like this one that plays off the retro Viewmaster in a fun new way…
If you've got spring cleaning your desk or home office on the brain, I'm so happy to have this fabulous new website that's all about desk organization with colors and styles that will just make you happy. Poppin feels like the IKEA of of…
Today, we celebrate these 6 artists who find inspiration from peace. Thank you. Peace on Earth card box set, Rifle Paper Co Dove ornaments , Cookie Dough Creations Mod Dove Brooch , Anthaus Dove pillow , Joom Dove illustration art print …
As someone who hates going out without sunglasses on, I'm sure I'm not the only one whose kids have inherited my sensitive eyes. I'm also sure I'm not the only parent to have had that experience where we broke down and bought the cheapie…
With all the talk about getting rid of cursive handwriting in schools, this writer is a little panicky. Fortunately my kids are showing the inclination anyway. Which is in part why I'm loving these awesome personalized placemats to help …
Last year we tracked down 10 of the funniest Mother's Day cards, because you know what? Not all of us have mothers (or are mothers) who want sappy prefab poems served up with breakfast in bed. Some of us are happy to know we're raising a…
Here are five of our favorite picks from this week that you might have missed. 1. You'll want to bookmark these smart tips for monitoring your kids' screen time. 2. A brilliant way to keep track of your luggage, or your gadgets, or anyth…
My daughter came home the other day asking to learn origami. Sadly, all I could remember from my youth was how to make a butterfly. And then I realized after about six tries that...um, I didn't remember that either. After much searching,…
Poor April always gets a bad rap with it's reputation for showers, but I actually love the cloud motif, which seems to be pretty popular these days. Who said clouds have to be gray and gloomy? Saving for a rainy day takes on a whole new …
It was inevitable that with the proliferation of monthly boxes for moms , that someone would come along with a version for dads. And we're pleased to see it has nothing to do with "reminding" dads that they are incapable of cooking or ch…
If you like children's books in the spirit of The Stinky Cheese Man --and I sure do- - then this funny, modern retelling of the classic Three Little Pigs story is going to be right at home on your bookshelf. Mark Teague's The Three Littl…
My girls have this ridiculous obsession with lip balm. Considering how it's actually on their lips (and thus, entering their digestive system, let's be honest) I tend to be more conscientious about lip balm ingredients than even things l…
Now that forced hot air and dry radiator heat is less a part of my days (hallelujah) I can already feel my skin starting to adapt. It's time to put away the heavier, winter moisturizers and transition to something lighter. The brand-new …
