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11 creative group Halloween costume ideas for kids who don’t want to be Elsa and Olaf

11 creative group Halloween costume ideas for kids who don’t want to be Elsa and Olaf

by Christina Refford | Kid Fashion

Once your kids get too old for our awesome Baby Halloween Costume ideas, they may want to come up with a group costume that involves their friends, as is the case with my own kids this year.  So gather them around the computer–or just send them the link to this...
Luna Star: Safe, natural makeup for girls. Yay for more choices!

Luna Star: Safe, natural makeup for girls. Yay for more choices!

by Liz Gumbinner | Beauty + Cosmetics

One of the more promising trends at the NY International Toy Fair earlier this year was the introduction of even more safe, natural makeup for girls, for when they’re are heading out somewhere a little special, putting on plays at home, or this month, painting...
The most impressive handmade Halloween masks on Etsy. Who gets the best candy now?

The most impressive handmade Halloween masks on Etsy. Who gets the best candy now?

by Kate Etue | Kid Fashion

I tend to think that making my kids’ Halloween costumes is a great idea. I also tend to be wrong. Not only does it always take way much time than I have, but it can end up being every bit as expensive as buying something. My 9-year-old is feeling like maybe a...
25 of the most adorably creative DIY baby costumes for Halloween…that you can actually make.

25 of the most adorably creative DIY baby costumes for Halloween…that you can actually make.

by Christina Refford | DIY

We always have the best time each Halloween poking around the web looking for the most awesome baby costumes. But the truth is, we’re busy! While some of you blow our minds putting those sleepless hours to use building outrageous costumes, we know there are tons...
The best gifts for a 4 year old? Tons of fantastic ideas.

The best gifts for a 4 year old? Tons of fantastic ideas.

by Christina Refford | Toys + Playthings

Buying a special gift for a four-year-old is so much fun since this is the age that kids really start to show their preferences and interests. Plus, they aren’t sticking every little piece into their mouths (phew) and can play independently for a lot more time...
Bam! Pow! These handmade, custom superhero capes for kids are insanely gorgeous

Bam! Pow! These handmade, custom superhero capes for kids are insanely gorgeous

by Kate Etue | Kid Fashion

When my kids have had about all the video game time I can take, I need perfect playthings on hand to spark their imaginations–preferably outside and totally away from screens. The custom superhero capes from Super Kid Capes on Etsy are my most recent find for my...
A DIY Superhero cape craft: how we #SavorSummer with Martha Stewart

A DIY Superhero cape craft: how we #SavorSummer with Martha Stewart

by Cool Mom Staff | DIY

This week I took a much welcome break from the heat and humidity with my kids to try my hand at the easy DIY superhero capes that Jenn featured on our site last week. So as part of our fun collaboration with Martha Stewart and their Savor Summer Project, and our theme...
Easy DIY superhero cape project, no pattern required. See? Easy!

Easy DIY superhero cape project, no pattern required. See? Easy!

by Jenn A. | DIY

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s my little man saving the city of Gotham by stomping out criminals one at a time. I don’t know a single kid who doesn’t want to dress up like a superhero. My own son is only 21 months and he loves running around...
Non-toxic face paint for Halloween? We’ve got your witches and zombies covered.

Non-toxic face paint for Halloween? We’ve got your witches and zombies covered.

by Christina Refford | Kid Fashion

On October 31st, I’ll look the other way when my kids pop their tenth fun-sized candy treat in their mouths, but I am trying to avoid smearing toxic face paints onto their faces before they head out the door. After reading that most face paints do contain...
Need a last-minute Halloween costume idea? Rent the Runway to the rescue.

Need a last-minute Halloween costume idea? Rent the Runway to the rescue.

by Delilah S. Dawson | Helpful Services

Need a Halloween costume and don’t want to get stuck with the last Sexy Teletubby costume at the store? The good news is that with a little DIY cleverness, you might find the answer in your own closet. Or, we have an extra easy idea courtesy of a partnership...
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