Throw an awesome birthday party for kids without a lick of planning

by Shari | Party Ideas

I’m all about at-home birthday parties for kids. Which is not to say that they don’t stress me out, because they totally stress me out. But the idea is so appealing and old-fashioned, isn’t it? You know, if someone else would do all the planning and...

The perfect gift for the kid whose power is super-coloring

by Lexi Petronis | Toys + Playthings

If you–like me–have a little one who has become so devoted to all things “super” that you have to call breakfast “super-Cheerios” and explain that bedtime is the only way to recharge super-batteries, then I guarantee this is a truly...

Geek up the tree with ninjas, vampires, superheroes, and Jedi

by Delilah S. Dawson | Toys + Playthings

On the third day of Christmas, my true love gave to me: three sneaky ninjas.Also: ten caped crusaders, nine Star Wars figures, two vampires, and a well-muscled werewolf in a fir tree. The husband and wife team of Itty Bitty Wood Shoppe on Etsy is best known for highly...

4 of the coolest superhero invitations for your little dreamer

by Roxanna | Party Ideas

I’m a big fan of superheroes, and therefore, cool superhero invitations. I’m pretty sure your kids are too.I love seeing my kids practice being good people while pretending to be courageous, powerful and strong. I mean, sure, sometimes they also pretend...

If Wonder Woman opened an Etsy store

by Delilah S. Dawson | Baby

Judging by the awesomely geeky baby goods in this chic boutique, I would wager that Wonder Woman’s sewing machine isn’t as invisible as her jet.Whether you need to burp, wipe, snuggle, or celebrate your little Loki, this is the source of some super baby...

Characters with character: alphabet prints for superhero fans

by Delilah S. Dawson | Art + Decor

In this fontastic alphabet, J stands for James…James Bond? I’m in. Especially since I is for Iron Man.I just love the way Helvetica is used to depict some of my favorite superheroes and famous characters, and wow, how great would they be in a cool...

The Brooklyn Superhero Supply Store – where else are you going to find Kryptonite at 2 AM on a Sunday?

by Stephanie Mayers | Toys + Playthings

If you have got super hero fan at home, and we are talking a comic-con diehard, we have found the place to make all of their comic book dreams come true. Welcome to The Brooklyn Superhero Supply Co. Sure, we have featured capes and costumes here before,...

Comic Cons

by Delilah S. Dawson | Fashion

Let’s face the facts: you might be Supermom to your kids, but you can’t drive a Batmobile. Most of us don’t want to be seen in Catwoman’s black leather suit. And, much to my personal dismay, Christan Bale has yet to show up at my door, caped or...

A super girl doll for your super girl (or boy!)

by Eva Glettner | Toys + Playthings

I am all about empowering girls. Especially when it seems like so many media messages out there do just the opposite. So I’m glad to find some handmade girl power on Etsy. The Super Girl doll is handcrafted goodness to the tune of braided hair, yellow goggles...

Cupcakes and Comics, oh my!

by Eva Glettner | Books for Kids

I love cupcakes. For me, this is no fad. They represent happiness and goodness and celebrations in every bite. But a talking cupcake? This brings my love to an entirely new level. Expect crazy fun with Sara Varon’s newest graphic novel, Bake Sale. The premise is...