The fairy [quilt] godmother

The fairy [quilt] godmother

by | Baby

We’re lucky enough to have a great-godmother (is that what they’re called?) who has made a gorgeous quilt for each of our kids. But if you’re not as fortunate as we are, then you can always commission one from Olive Jane Designs.Designer and mom of 4...
You’re the onesie that I want

You’re the onesie that I want

by | Baby, Kid Style

Since my sweet third child will most likely be relegated to a life of shared toys and hand-me-down clothes, it’s always nice when someone sends her a personalized gift that makes it 100% clear that it was meant for her and her alone. So if you’re looking...
I’m dreaming of a white Christmas table

I’m dreaming of a white Christmas table

by | Living

I’ve been a fan of white serving pieces ever since my mother taught me that the food should be the star of the dishes, and not the dishes themselves. (Of course that presumes that I am capable of creating star-like food to begin with. Thank goodness for...
Rosy cheeks and everything

Rosy cheeks and everything

by | Toys + Playthings

I wrestle with the idea of what to get my two-month old daughter for Christmas, because well, she’s two-months and what the heck does she care about what’s sitting under the tree for her, right? But then I have to wonder if it’ll come back to bite me...
Now you’re cooking, kiddo

Now you’re cooking, kiddo

by | Toys + Playthings

It doesn’t seem fair that kids can now have a nicer pretend kitchen than my real one. Then again, mine does run on more than just imagination.Our friends at Natural Pod has just debuted two heirloom quality wooden play kitchens that they designed themselves, and...