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Camp Prep: Mabel’s Labels
Both my kids are going to camp this summer–R. to a 3-week sleepaway camp, and S. to a 7-week day camp. I have long shopping lists for each of my campers, but one of the first items I’m tackling is...
View ArticleBargain Alert: Tea Collection Memorial Day Sale
Nab the lowest prices of the season at our affiliate Tea Collection. You don’t need any coupon code; prices are already marked down. Just click through the banner ad above and enjoy (tip: girls’...
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3 Great Gifts for Grandpas (Plus a $5 Off Coupon)
I did it again–I left Father’s Day gift-giving to the last minute. Luckily, I noticed that our affiliate PersonalizationMall.com does not penalize you for this; in fact, its standard shipping rate will...
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Fall 2013 Sneak Peek: Hanna Andersson
My kids and I are headed to the beach for a few days. I’ll be posting again on Friday, June 28th. Have a great week! This is the time of year when I’m eager to see more back-to-school clothing for...
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Would You Buy This Crib?
Now, I’m not suggesting that you buy this Ubabob pod crib (unless you have the budget, say, of Kim Kardashian or Kate Middleton), but I do think it’s pretty spectacular to look at if you like modern...
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National Stationery Show Recap: Kid Stuff
It’s long overdue, but I’ve been meaning to show you my favorite kids’ products from this past May’s National Stationery Show. Here they are: It’s a Girl Letterpress DIY Banner Kit ($22) by...
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Because Other Little Princes and Princesses Need Their Stuff Labeled
You all know already that I am a Royal Family fan…in fact, I have been since before dad-to-be Prince William was born (I vividly remember hearing that he had just been born!) So to say that I’m one...
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Bargain Alert: 30% off Personalized School Supplies
Today and tomorrow only, enjoy 30% off personalized back-to-school supplies (notebooks, folders, lunchboxes, and more) at our affiliate Frecklebox. Frecklebox back-to-school products are so much fun...
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Back to School Picks: Gymboree
I warmly welcome Gymboree as our newest affiliate here at the blog. I’ve had a long relationship with Gymboree because I’ve been shopping there since my daughter was born almost 10 years ago. She now...
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Just Revealed: Tea Collection Fall 2013
I’ve been hitting “refresh” often on the homepage of one of my favorite sites for kids’ clothing, our affiliate Tea Collection. Tonight it paid off–the complete Fall 2013 collection was made available,...
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Back to School Picks: Hanna Andersson
I’m having so much fun seeing new back-to-school clothing collections online. Are you? Next up is our affiliate Hanna Andersson. I personally have relied on Hanna Andersson year after year for...
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30% off New Back to School Looks at Gymboree
Can you believe it’s August? I know that in many parts of the country, school is just around the corner (we still have 6 weeks to go). But I am slowly preparing for back-to-school, including clothing...
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Sophie the Giraffe: Now Required Reading
Where was Vulli’s ubiquitous Sophie the Giraffe Teether when my kids were babies? I don’t think this European teether–which you now see nearly every American tot using–had yet crossed Stateside yet....
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Free Shipping at Tea Collection Today Only
Today only, you can get free shipping on orders of $75 or more at our affiliate Tea Collection. Normally, free shipping doesn’t kick in till $150, and it costs $7, so if you’re looking to place a...
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Back to School: 15% off First Orders at Tea Collection
I’m personally a major fan of our affiliate Tea Collection, the San Francisco-based kids’ clothing company. So I was very pleased when they offered me the chance review some new Fall 2013 outfits and...
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Flashback Friday: What’s Cooking?
Editor’s Note: This post was first published in December 2010. All of these play kitchens are still available! I noticed that another Google search that leads people here often is for toy play...
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Bargain Alert: Free Shutterfly 8 x 8 Photo Book
Here’s your chance to order a free photo book of your summer vacation memories. Our affiliate Shutterfly is offering a free 8×8 20-page photo book valued at $23. I swear by Shutterfly photo books...
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Meeting Jane Jenni
I’ve mentioned artist/designer Jane Jenni here before. You’re probably familiar with her word-plays which have shown up on everything from T-shirts (S. sported a “Happy Camper” tee for 2 years) to...
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Foil Stamped Holiday Cards by Minted
One of my favorite websites for holiday cards, year after year, is our affiliate Minted. Featuring beautiful new designs each year by top indie designers, Minted is at the cutting edge of new holiday...
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Back to School at Crazy 8
Each time we’re at my parents’ house in the ‘burbs, I try to stop by the mall to visit our local Crazy 8 store. I’ve found some great deals over the years at this lower-priced chain owned by Gymboree....
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