I’m dreaming of a papery Christmas
I do the vast majority of my communicating via email but I still love sending and receiving handwritten notes, opening a really cool party invitation or getting an almost-too-nice-to-write-on notepad for my desk. (Don't worry, I'll write...
Your kid wants a puppy for Christmas? Get The Puppy Sister instead.
Those of us who grew up on author S.E. Hinton's books like The Outsiders, Tex, and Rumble Fish, might be interested to know that she's got a new book out for the next generation. Actually, a graphic novel. And if you have a middle grade reader who's reluctant to start...
Cool personalized gifts that can still make it to you by Christmas
Oh sure, I try to be all nonchalant at this time of year: Christmas cards? I'll get to them! Wrapping? I have weeks!But, don't let my cool exterior fool you. I am quaking as the clock ticks down to Christmas. But before I tackle my never-ending Christmas list, let me...
Gifts for girls who want a break from pink and purple
We call my oldest daughter a mini version of her beloved aunt, my sister. And it's no surprise that my sister's "mini me" would love her style as well, like her penchant for soft scarves thrown around her neck as soon as the temperature dips. But my...
Join the circus like you wanted to
There are a gazillion ABC books out there--plenty of which we feature here. While I believe that as long as you're reading to your child ,you're already doing great, once in a while a book comes along that really stands out from the others.[don't miss a nice giveaway...
Deck the YOU.
Hanging boughs of holly and popcorn is fine for the mantel, but you wouldn't want to wear them yourself. I mean, think of all the cleavage sap full of popcorn crumbs. If you're looking to decorate yourself for the holidays while staying comfortable and chic, you won't...
LBDs for little ladies
As all grown up women know, the LBD (little black dress) is the secret weapon in every wardrobe. We can pull it out whenever we need something a little nicer than a pair of jeans and we can dress it up or down depending on the occasion. And now, so can our children....
Have awesome passport holder, will travel
This Christmas, I'm dreaming of... white sand beaches, umbrella drinks, and menus in a language that is not my first. Oh, and a phalanx of babysitting-ready grandparents.All of that seems slightly more within reach with this super cool passport holder. Not only is...
A coupon worth its weight in gold glitter glue
Something strange happens to me every December. I don't usually have much patience for craft projects, but every holiday season, something comes over me and I feel the need to do something with glitter.Well, here's a holiday gift for all of us crafting mavens and...
Customized champagne has holidays written all over it
A lot of us are probably more used to popping bottles of milk and apple juice than champagne these days. But the holidays call for sparkle--and I'm talking fancy shoes, party dresses, and champagne, not Elmer's glue and glitter (as much as I am totally in love with...