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Saturday
11
February
The ultimate new baby sibling gift
When I saw this amazing DIY kit at Bundle, it screamed "sibling gift" so loud at me I almost considered having another baby just so my kids would have a reason to make one. Truly, this is one of the coolest ideas I've ever come across.
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Friday
10
February
The perfect board book for baby's first Valentine
If you're looking for a ridiculously adorable Valentine for your baby too young for sweets, we've got just the thing. And it's not edible. But that doesn't mean your baby won't try to eat it.
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Friday
10
February
Why French Paper Dolls are Superior for Valentine's Day
I adore paper dolls, probably because I used to hand-draw them for hours as a child, but have to admit that the lovely vintage style paper dolls from French-website and CMP favorite TinyUs is way better than anything I drew. Especially when they can turn your very own child into a doll. Comments: 0 | Find More: Announcements, Invites and Cards, Causes and General Do-Gooding, Getting crafty, Holiday Picks
Friday
10
February
Turn around! It's a total ellipse of the heart.
Once upon a time there was bare space on the wallNow I'm really digging this art.
Let's go hang it up, this
Total ellipse of the heart!
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Friday
10
February
Web Coolness - Valentine's Day links, cool Disney picks, and the blogging community mourns
Here are some of our favorite links from around the web this week.We've got everything you need for Valentine's Day--from printable cards, to last-minute gifts, and even adorable lunch box treats.
Let them sip their morning OJ through Cupid's arrow with this easy DIY from Wild Olive.
Kristen wants you to get your sexy back with her hot series this month on Mom 365.
These beautiful modern staircases may not be safe for kids, but they have such big impact in this Design Milk roundup.
We are all heartbroken at the recent loss of two women in the blogging community to breast cancer. Much love to the family and friends of these two special people.
We love what happens when Disney characters meet indie design.
And speaking of Disney, we love the new Disneyland Explorer app for the iPad which will help get your kids even more excited about visiting.
Help this musical mama get her cool diaper wipes holders from concept to reality via this Kickstarter campaign.
The most fun-looking bed for kids gives new meaning to bringing a book to bed. Oh, we hope this gets produced someday!
We are all heartbroken at the recent loss of two women in the blogging community to breast cancer. Much love to the family and friends of these two special people.
Comments: 0 | Find More: Getting crafty, Holiday Picks, Kids Clothing, Link Roundups, Misc Paper Goods
Thursday
09
February
Betsey Johnson. Now making...cupcakes?
Just in time for fashion week, one of our favorite local cupcake bakeries is getting all dolled up for the occasion from one of our favorite designers and we couldn't be more excited. Seems like pink cupcakes are the new black.Comments: 0 | Find More: Food and Drink
Thursday
09
February
Star Wars in 3D gives everyone a chance to see it on the big screen
My seven-year-old can tell you whose lightsaber is purple (Mace Windu) and what sound a Droideka makes (em! em!), but he's never been able to sit in a movie theater and see one of his beloved Star Wars movies on the big screen. Until now.The two of us were fortunate enough to be invited to spend an out-of-this world weekend with other media types at Skywalker Ranch and the Presidio in advance of the big release of Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace 3D.
If you have a young (or old) Jedi who is quaking in their shoes to see it, keep reading for my honest thoughts on the film.
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Thursday
09
February
Some of the best Valentine's gifts for kids - and a red-hot scooter giveaway
You can also check our Valentines Day Board on pinterest for lots of cool craft and DIY ideas too.
To start, If they've been verrrrrry good kids, or have a Valentine's Day birthday, we love the now red Mini Kick and Maxi Kicks. I own both and they get some heavy mileage up and down our driveway---a great way to get that heart pumping all year round.-Christina{keep reading for the big giveaway from Kickboard USA and for more of our favorite gift ideas for Valentine's Day}
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Thursday
09
February
That doll? My kid made that. Sort of.
I spent a good portion of my childhood coloring, drawing and creating and was very proud of what my mother assured me was some serious talent. I can't even imagine how excited I would have been if she then had one of my creations turned into a doll from my very own artwork.
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Wednesday
08
February
Motivational posters that don't suck
Thank you, internets, for sometimes making us feel less than fabulous.When your friends and family use the Facebook to share only their children's premature accomplishments, their own wildly Photoshopped portraits, and pictures of themselves with your imaginary boyfriend, John Krasinski (ahem, editor Liz!), it's easy to feel jealous.
But you know what? You're awesome. And these fantastic prints will remind you exactly how awesome you are.
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