9 easy ideas for handmade gifts for Teacher Appreciation Week or end of year teacher gifts from the kids.

by Christina Refford | DIY

We feel strongly that teachers deserve our appreciation each of the 180-or-so days that school is in session, though this week’s Teacher Appreciation Week gives us a good reason for our kids to tell their educators just how important they are. Especially during...

Scabib: Kind of a bib, only cooler.

by Kate Etue | Baby

With the popularity of the infinity scarf, why are we not surprised that clever designers are now making them for babies. Presenting the adorable–and yet surprisingly practical–scarf-bib called Scabibs, on Etsy. Is it a scarf? Is it a bib? It’s both,...

Pretty, handmade jewelry for mom at prices that leave room for flowers too.

by Kate Etue | Fashion

There’s nothing like jewelry hand crafted by an artist who’s passionate about her art, but the prices can often be really—well, splurgey. So in time for Mother’s Day,  I’m so happy to find Freshie and Zero handmade jewelry that’s perfect...

Felted wool bowls full of love. Or better, jewelry for Mother’s Day.

by Kristen Chase | Storage + Organization

I bought a few felted wool bowls a long time ago and while they seemed a bit of a frivolous purchase at the time, they turned out to be really useful. They sat on my dresser to catch all my rings, dainty bracelets, and tiny necklaces just perfectly–that is,...

That exquisite new children’s outfit? It had a past life as a men’s shirt.

by Liz Gumbinner | Kid Style

It’s been a while since we’ve found a label along the lines of Seven Smooches, a favorite indie designer who repurposes vintage clothing into stunning upcycled clothes for children and babies.  And now…well, found one! A great one. Enter...

14 easy Easter crafts for kids + fun Easter printables all of which eliminate the need for vacuuming up glitter.

by Kate Etue | DIY, Easter Gifts

Easter is one of my favorite holidays, and I love that it lends itself so perfectly to involving my kids in the celebration with Easter crafts. If you’ve already bookmarked our ideas for decorating Easter eggs and are ready for some fun but fairly easy Easter...

Gorgeous organic baby blankets that are more cool than crunchy

by Stephanie Mayers | Baby

Never underestimate the investment in a good blankie. I am a grown woman who still sleeps with one every night, even though I have to endure from my husband’s endless teasing. And the organic baby blankets from the aptly named Organic Quilt Company can get new...

Sweet dreams are made of these.

by Delilah S. Dawson | Art + Decor

My daughter’s baby mobile came with the crib and featured four demented and hungry-looking rabbits, so I don’t know why I’m surprised she had sleep issues. Maybe a cozy handmade modern baby mobile  like the new from our pals at Blue Without You would...

Handmade crocheted baby toys that could make you want another baby. (Or at least one to give them to.)

by Kristin | Toys + Playthings

We are talking about getting a dog, which makes it official: No more babies for this household. And I’m pretty much okay with that fact until I see a store like YarnBall Stories. This absolutely adorable Etsy shop has safe and soft crocheted baby toys and decor...

Handmade gifts from Far and Wide Collective that look good and do good.

by Melissa | Fashion

After scooping up some handmade jewelry at a street bazaar during a recent trip to Mexico, I started yearning for even more handmade gifts and one-of-a-kind accessories with an origin slightly more interesting than what I see in mall store chains. We love finding...