Schoolhouse Rock is back! (Well, just for one night)

by Christina Refford | Entertainment + Media

If you guys are anything like me, the news that ABC will share some of our favorite Schoolhouse Rock videos on network television in The ABC’s of Schoolhouse Rock made my day. And since I’ve been sharing the best Schoolhouse Rock videos on YouTube with my kids...

Pop culture dolls: Ridiculously hip, surprisingly cuddly.

by Delilah S. Dawson | Toys + Playthings

If you’ve ever dreamed of having your own David Bowie to snuggle, we’ve got good news: These pop culture dolls by French artisan My Name is Simone are just as much for you as they are for kids. Whether you’re into Ziggy Stardust, the King of Pop, or...

The Wines of Westeros: Here’s to you, Ned Stark

by Liz Gumbinner | Food + Recipes

If you’re pining for more Game of Thrones like I am (can’t it just run every week for forever?) at least now there’s a way to drown your sorrows with the Wines of Westeros. Created as a fan project by Australian ad agency agency Common Venture, I...

Spit-up stains? A Jedi suffers not this embarrassment, thanks to geeky baby bibs on Etsy.

by Delilah S. Dawson | Baby

The future is now, and geeky babies don’t have to put up with spit-up on their Bazinga! onesies. Whether you (and your Padawan) are into Star Wars, Star Trek, video games, ninjas, cassette tapes, or mustaches, this adorable Etsy shop has you...

I pity the fool who doesn’t like this Mr. T teapot set

by Delilah S. Dawson | Kitchen + Dining

When you think tea, you think Mr. T, right? Smooth, powerful, totally in control of a rainy afternoon next to the sleeping cat, B.A. Baracus pities the fool who doesn’t enjoy a nice cuppa. This Mr. Tea Tea Set for One from Squackdoodle on Etsy is an upcycled...

Downton Abbey Valentines: What an Earl Wants

by Liz Gumbinner | DIY

Last year we swooned over the printable Hunger Games Valentines and while the Peeta/Gale competition still rages on, this year it’s all about Downton Abbey Valentines for us. The references are clearly from Season 4–I would have loved to see a Lady Rose I...

DIY cross-stitch patterns meet pop culture? Inconceivable.

by Delilah S. Dawson | DIY

Of course we love Westley, even in tiny yarn form. But it doesn’t stop with the crew from The Princess Bride. Whatever your favorite iconic movie is, chances are, the adorable Wee Little Stitches shop on Etsy has a DIY cross-stitch pattern and instructions ready...

How do you explain Thanksgiving to kids? 3 great videos to help

by Liz Gumbinner | Uncategorized

I know I’m not the only parent who wonders how do you explain Thanksgiving to kids, beyond, “well, we eat turkey and stuffing and Uncle Fred always drinks too much of his special juice.” (That’s hyperbolic by the way; I don’t have an...

21 of the most amazing DIY kids Halloween costumes that definitely warrant extra treats

by Cool Mom Team | Kids

We’re divided on kids’ Halloween costumes around Cool Mom Picks. Some of us spend a good few months planning, sewing, and executing the most wonderful Instagram-worthy Halloween costumes for our kids, while the rest of us are happy just finding some...

Is it ever too early to introduce your kids to Saved by the Bell?

by Delilah S. Dawson | Baby, Kid Style

Ah, the 90s. It was a time of tight-rolled jeans and cell phones the size of a couch cushion. But we will always have a soft spot for the TV shows that kept us company after school every night. If you loved Saved by the Bell, Full House, and Rainbow Brite as much as...