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Thursday 09 February

Star Wars in 3D gives everyone a chance to see it on the big screen

Star Wars Episode I in 3DMy 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. ...

Sunday 05 February

Print your own Super Bowl championship shirts, right from home

Super Bowl teesNo matter what the outcome of today's game (go New England!), I hope my kids see a game that reflects the best in sportsmanship (beat the Giants!) and a commitment to trying really hard (whoo! Tom Brady!). ...

Friday 03 February

Sweet, but not-sugary, Valentines gifts for under $20

Non-sugary Valentine's gifts: Woodland Love blocksWhen it comes to giving Valentines gifts, I'll refrain from saying that my kids are "sweet enough already." But, let's face it: they'll be bombarded with candy hearts, lollipops and other sweets on the 14th. ...

Thursday 02 February

Valentine's Day cards for kids - 8 of our very favorites when you don't have time to make them

Minted CardsAs much as I love incredibly crafty Valentine's cards for kids, I know my limits in time and ability, especially when I need about twenty cards for each of three kids. ...

Wednesday 01 February

Non toxic nails for non toxic kids

I'm so happy to have just discovered another adorably chic new line of non-toxic nail polishes, so I can have some worry-free fun with my nieces when we're playing salon. ...

Sunday 22 January

Lately Lily - World travelers R Us

Travel the word with Lately LilyI don't have many strong beliefs but one thing I feel very passionately about is travel. We have just this one world provided to us and I believe it is our responsibility as global citizens to get to know it a bit beyond our own backyards. ...

Monday 16 January

One cool way for kids to learn more about Martin Luther King's Dream today

MLK Brain PopIf my kids ask me to tell them about Martin Luther King Jr's accomplishments, I'm scared I'll ramble on for so long, my kids' eyes will glaze over. Hey, he did a lot. ...

Saturday 14 January

Cupcakes and Comics, oh my!

Bake Sale graphic novel by Sara VaronI love cupcakes! For me, this is no fad. They represent happiness and goodness and celebrations in every bite ...

Wednesday 11 January

A sweet new line for tots and tweens--hold the bling

Girls' clothes by Millions of ColorsWhen I go shopping for my nieces, I often find myself wishing I could just shrink my own wardrobe for them. There are so many brands out there that feel it's necessary to splash sequins all over their duds or plaster them with silly little sayings. ...

Tuesday 20 December

Glove love

Jacadi girls glovesIt feels like only yesterday that I was making excuses for forgetting the kids' sunscreen, and now I'm making excuses for forgetting the kids' gloves. It's the season for cold fingers, at least in my neck of the woods, and gloves make a great last minute stocking stuffer--or gift--maybe even for yourself? ...

Wednesday 14 December

Kawaii Five-0

Sew Kawaii!If you're a go-getter sewing type who hasn't quite go-gotten around to making all of your Christmas presents yet, you need to check out two adorable sewing books by Choly Knight. ...

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