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An airy, all-natural perfume that smells nothing like the perfume counter. Thank goodness.

An airy, all-natural perfume that smells nothing like the perfume counter. Thank goodness.

by Delilah S. Dawson | Beauty + Cosmetics

I love finding new fragrances, but I never want to smell like anyone else. For me, the pleasure in perfume is in leaning close to someone and picking up a faint whiff that’s distinctly them — and I hope the fragrances I wear have the same signature feel....
9 places we definitely did not expect to find pumpkin spice. But we’re glad we did. Because we’re laughing.

9 places we definitely did not expect to find pumpkin spice. But we’re glad we did. Because we’re laughing.

by Delilah S. Dawson | Food + Recipes

Full disclosure: I’m down with pumpkin spice. Lattes, candles, cookies, soap, cake, more cake. I love the smell, I usually enjoy the taste, and I am most definitely not judging you if you do too. When it comes to Pumpkin Spice Oreos and Pumpkin Spice Cheerios,...
How to get rid of spiders, mice, and moths — without burning down the house.

How to get rid of spiders, mice, and moths — without burning down the house.

by Delilah S. Dawson | Uncategorized

Is there anything worse than finding mouse droppings in your house? Oh, right. There is: Finding a palm-sized wolf spider in your kid’s bed. Ask me how I know. Luckily, I’ve found a company that makes all-natural pest repellent, which means you don’t...
Putting the BOO in Halloween boots for kids.

Putting the BOO in Halloween boots for kids.

by Delilah S. Dawson | Kid Fashion

Some kids are just not down with full-body Halloween costumes. If you’ve ever tried to wrestle a screaming baby into that adorable plush monkey onesie and ended up covered in bodily fluids, you know just what I mean. Luckily, these adorable Halloween boots for...
Adorable silicone teethers that look just like donuts and other treats. Sweet!

Adorable silicone teethers that look just like donuts and other treats. Sweet!

by Delilah S. Dawson | Baby

Every good baby deserves donuts and ice cream and Oreos… at least in the form of adorable silicone teethers. Not only are they so delicious, you just want to gobble them up (the teethers, not the babies), they’re also super safe and carefully constructed....
Tons of easy pirate party ideas, because every day should be Talk Like a Pirate Day.

Tons of easy pirate party ideas, because every day should be Talk Like a Pirate Day.

by Delilah S. Dawson | Party Ideas

There is never a bad time to throw a pirate themed party and look for cool pirate party ideas. Of course there’s always Halloween — and then today’s Talk Like a Pirate Day. (One of our favorites!) But it’s a cool birthday party theme all on its...
16 terrifically creepy YA novels for kids (and adults!) who dig dark themes. Boo!

16 terrifically creepy YA novels for kids (and adults!) who dig dark themes. Boo!

by Delilah S. Dawson | Books for Kids

As we turn the corner into All Things Pumpkin Spice, let us not forget that being up all night with a scary book can be truly delicious. These YA reads for teens (and adults!) who dig dark themes range from silly vampires to magical devils to absolute terror —...
We’re fawning over these 9 adorable woodland creature bags for tweens.

We’re fawning over these 9 adorable woodland creature bags for tweens.

by Delilah S. Dawson | Kid Fashion

Guiding a tween through fashion choices can get pretty squirrely. They want to seem grown up, but they also adore cuteness. It’s a bear of a problem for even the most chipper of moms. That’s why we’ve rounded up a staggering selection of adorable...
Go vintage with embroidered handmade jewelry. Because, dainty can be darling.

Go vintage with embroidered handmade jewelry. Because, dainty can be darling.

by Delilah S. Dawson | Fashion

Jewelry with embroidery and lace? I know, I know. Very dainty. Very breakable. But still. So pretty! I’ve gone through all the stages of mom jewelry — from chewable beads to no (pullable!) stud earrings. Now that my kids are old enough to avoid snatching...
The hottest new designer for kids is… your kid. Eat your heart out, Stella McCartney!

The hottest new designer for kids is… your kid. Eat your heart out, Stella McCartney!

by Delilah S. Dawson | DIY, Kid Fashion

Whether your little artist is more of a Versace or a Van Gogh, they can become the hottest new designer… and wear a creation of their very own. Picture This is an awesome new mom-run business that will print your kid’s drawing directly onto a dress,...
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