by Lexi Petronis | DIY, Easter Gifts
My family loves coloring eggs, egg hunts, Easter baskets, and brunch — so do I! — but I wouldn’t be sad if doing all that was about 50% easier. That’s where free Easter printables can be a huge help. Anything that can eliminate another trip to the store,...
by Christina Refford | Toys + Playthings, Family Travel, Kitchen + Dining
With family picnics and outdoor parties on the horizon, I’m loving Jaq Jaq Bird’s Chalk Board Table Runner that gives kids — and adults, if we’re being honest — a creative canvas on which to doodle while they (cough) patiently wait for...
by Esther Chen | Kitchen + Dining
My toddler seeks out new ways daily to make mealtimes all stress and all mess. Food on the floor, “non-slip” mat thrown in the air, liquids everywhere–you name it, he’s done it. It’s more than the OCD in me can handle some...
by Christina Refford | Kitchen + Dining
Mealtime is the one time my busy kids sit still for a little while, so I love that smart people are creating such interesting learning dishes for kids, educational placemats, and other housewares that let kids do more than doodle at the table. Or uh, play Candy Crush....
by Kate Etue | Kitchen + Dining
Our readers recently went nuts for Sip Snap lids, silicone drink covers that stretch to fit over any glass, turning it into a sippy. Well clearly it’s a trend because now CMP favorite Silikids has just released new silicone drink covers too, along with some...
by Liz Gumbinner | Kitchen + Dining
With all the talk about getting rid of cursive handwriting in schools, this writer is a little panicky. Fortunately my kids are showing the inclination anyway. Which is in part why I’m loving these awesome personalized placemats to help them do that very thing....
by Eva Glettner | Kitchen + Dining
Ah, the poor humble placemat. Sure, placemats serve a noble purpose: to keep spills and mess (somewhat) contained. But have you ever fallen in love with one? I have. I’m totally smitten with Pop Placemats. These puppies demand attention with their hip styling...
by Delilah S. Dawson | Kitchen + Dining
Merely a place mat for children? Perish the thought.It can be a hat, a brooch, or a pterodactyl. Or just a handy color-your-own disguise kit for a messy kid who needs a mustache. The Paper Disguises Place Mat at My Sweet Muffin is a fantastic addition to any meal...
by Delilah S. Dawson | Kitchen + Dining
If you love animals, alphabets, good deals, and clean tables, we have the deal for you. But you have to hurry. These adorable silicone ABC Placemats from Brinware are on sale at Fab.com through Wednesday only (or until they run out) and they’re 43% off the...