These shirts remind us that it’s almost as if…there’s no war on Christmas at all. Weird.
I had to laugh when I caught wind of Kayla Pekkala’s wonderful holiday gift collection on Tiny Werewolves — the highlight of which are the mugs, hats, tees and sweatshirts, all lovingly adorned with a classic Christmas sweater pattern. Oh, and the words,...
11 thoughtful gifts that help support first responders, in California and beyond
After putting together a list of ways to help the first responders and victims in the California Camp and Woolsey wildfires, we knew right away that we wanted to start collecting gift ideas that help support and give back to first responders. I for one have been...
Polished Prints tees are empowering, positive, and giving us all the good vibes.
“Mom tees” are everywhere lately. But the trend seems to have capitalized on complaining about motherhood, and I’m starting to push back a little on what that says to our kids. They range from variations of need wine/need sleep/need a husband who...
TL Duryea’s striking Sheroes Portrait Project, now wearable, drinkable and portable
I first discovered artist TL Duryea’s daily portrait project at the beginning of the year. It was through her portrait of Judge Rosemary Aquilina who presided over the Larry Nassar – US Gymnastics hearings. I was just floored at how beautifully she...
This illustrator makes the most perfect Mother’s Day gifts for strong moms.
With Mother’s Day around the corner (whoo!) I’ve been looking at Mother’s Day gifts my own strong, progressive mom would love — and frankly, that I’d love from my own kids. Not that I don’t adore the handmade cards and hand-painted...
The best travel mug we’ve ever used. And we’ve used a lot of them.
I have used an embarrassing number of travel mugs in my life, and none have come close to the YETI Rambler that I received as a gift from a friend a few months ago. It’s going to be my new go-to gift for everyone because I can’t stop talking about it....
Behold! The magical color-changing rainbow unicorn mug that we need now.
One look at the short video of the color-changing rainbow unicorn mug in action and you will want it too. You may even scream, I WANT IT! like I did when Kristen sent me the link. Just pour in hot water and — magic — the mane slowly becomes a rainbow,...
A teacher appreciation gift your kids will appreciate later. We hope.
If you’re looking for the perfect teacher appreciation gift, well, admittedly it may not be a mug. I’m well aware that most teachers probably have their share of them, though I’d like to think that’s because you can only own so many...
Self-care tips to help you survive the election: Spawned Episode 56
If you’re like us, these last few weeks of the election have been pretty stressful. Between listening to the rhetoric ourselves and trying to shield our kids (or speak to them about it in a way that makes sense), we’re feeling overwhelmed. So, we decided...Hi! We’re Kristen + Liz!
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