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Theo's Dream Come True Construction Party

It turns out that Jessica's birthday crown is just the tip of the iceberg of her party skillz. She is the mom to a construction-infatuated son, Theo, and threw him one heck of a birthday party.

  • Carrie McBride
  • November 24, 2009 05:00PM
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Felt Foliage

112409felttrivet.jpgWe really like how this table decoration kills two birds with one stone- protect and decorate your table with these giant felt leaves.

  • Julia Cho
  • November 24, 2009 04:00PM
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DIY Pinwheels and Ribbon Wands

Kids and large family get-togethers can either be a flurry of energy burning excitement or a mess of stir crazy chaos. When the last few minutes of your Turkey Day feast are coming together, keep small minds occupied with these super cute DIY Pinwheels and Ribbon Wands. They're easy to make for any occasion.

  • Sarah Rae Trover
  • November 24, 2009 03:30PM
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Good Idea: Cutting Kids Food with Scissors

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Saturday evening dinner consisted of Korean food with friends. When the beef kalbi was ready to eat, I started looking for the waitress to bring me a knife.

  • Janie Lee
  • November 24, 2009 03:00PM
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Make Mealtime Easier with Serving Trays

Bringing a meal for my son and I from the kitchen to the dining room involves scaling two baby gates and running a gauntlet of two hungry cats and one toddler in training to be a defensive tackle. Needless to say, the fewer trips the better. So today I want to sing the praises of one of the unsung heroes in my daily life: the humble serving tray.

  • Carrie McBride
  • November 24, 2009 02:30PM
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Peekaboo Wild

peekaboowildTOPPIC.jpgLet's hear it for helpers that give you a few minutes here and there and can entertain your child, too. From the folks who brought you the entertaining iPhone app, Peekaboo Barn, comes the latest addition to their app line: Peekaboo Wild. Have phone, will travel (into the wild.)

Baby-Proofing a Wall Heater
Good Questions

2009-11-wallheater.jpgQ: Since the weather is starting to get chilly, I need to find a way to baby-proof the wall heater in our apartment. Our son is always on the go and starting to walk, so we need help fast! It's not a large unit, and a hearth gate is too large. Does anyone have any suggestions?

Sent by Maria

  • Carrie McBride
  • November 24, 2009 01:30PM
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Natural Nursery Knits
20 Handknit Projects for the New Baby

There are many wonderful books about knitting for babies, but they often concentrate on sweaters, booties and hats. Which is all fine and good, but what makes Natural Nursery Knits by Erika Knight stand out for us are the beautiful things to knit for play and decoration.


  • Carrie McBride
  • November 24, 2009 01:00PM
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Win Boodalee Bedding from Design Public!
Holiday Giveaway 2009

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post-button.jpgName: Boodalee Bedding
Store: Design Public
Value: $232

Description: Complete set of Boodalee bedding including one twin duvet/sham set, one twin sheet set and one coordinating pillow. The winner can pick their design.

  • Guest
  • November 24, 2009 12:00PM
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Dessert Buffet from Amy Atlas

Here we have for you some serious eye candy from Amy Atlas. Perhaps it will inspire you to create a little dessert buffet of your own for the holidays?
  • Julia Cho
  • November 24, 2009 11:30AM
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Pillow Dolls From Brandy Agerbeck

We came across these fun character pillows by artist Brandy Agerbeck. A Chicagoan and creator at heart, Brandy makes many things as a member of the Chicago Craft Mafia, but we can't help but focus on these mixed media pillows. Click through the jump to see all their different parts.

  • Sarah Rae Trover
  • November 24, 2009 11:30AM
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4 Tips for Enjoying Couple Time

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Wise friends of ours told us before having our first child that scheduling in couple time should be a priority. It took a few months of being new parents before we understood the importance of couple time.

  • Janie Lee
  • November 24, 2009 11:00AM
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My Party: T.J.
Long Island, NY

If diamonds are a girl's best friend, then T.J. was surrounded by friends of all kinds at her birthday party: Our daughter T.J.'s first birthday was slowly approaching - what other theme does a little princess need but a "Blinged Out 1st Birthday!" There were diamonds everywhere!

  • Carrie McBride
  • November 24, 2009 10:30AM
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News: Stork Craft Issues Largest Crib Recall in History

112409-storkcraft-recall-NEW.jpgStork Craft Manufacturing Inc. of British Columbia, Canada, is recalling 1.2 million drop-side cribs manufactured and sold between 1993 and 2009. This recall is due to the fact that the cribs may pose an entrapment and suffocation hazard. The affected cribs were sold in both the USA and in Canada. If this recall affects you, keep reading to find out how to get your free repair kit. In the meantime, the company is advising consumers to stop using the cribs immediately.

  • Tammy Everts
  • November 24, 2009 10:00AM
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Happy Birthday Elena

2009-11-elena_sm.jpgName: Elena
Birthday: First
Greeting: My sweet little angel, I couldn’t believe a year ago that it was possible to multiply the love 2 times, I was afraid that my heart would be divided. So wrong I was and the smile I get every time I see you is the vivid proof of it. I wish you all the happiness in the world, all the wealth, all the joy you gave to me - you give to me - to return to you my love.