Archive for the ‘Gift Ideas’ Category

Looking for a Subtle Way to Get Dad to Help More With Baby?

Monday, June 2nd, 2008

Some of my friends came to visit this weekend. In addition to an adorable outfit and stuffed animal for Baby Mwah, one friend brought a truly funny gift for his mommy-- Porn for New Moms: From the Cambridge Women's Pornography Cooperative. This isn't really "porn," but it is what many new moms fantasize ...

Books for a Man’s Man (or Woman)

Friday, May 30th, 2008

Does your guy only cook if there is an open flame? Is ESPN his default channel? Does he consider the 18th hole to be sacred ground? If this describes your fella (or you), you'll love this trio of books from DK Publishing. Grill It! is one of those glorious cookbooks ...

A Twist on the Tie

Wednesday, May 28th, 2008

Valentine's Day means chocolates, Mother's Day brings May flowers, and Father's Day calls for neckties. Before you abandon the classics, consider this twist on traditional tie. Bird Dog Bay Neckware makes ties that are 100% silk, handprinted and handmade. You'll find playful repeating patterns and more traditional designs with ...

Eco-Chic for Earth’s Little Creatures

Tuesday, May 20th, 2008

We're all a part of this great big planet called earth. And bioME 5 encourages us to share the world's wonders with its newest residents. Each of the designs features a letter from the alphabet, a vibrant monochromatic portrait of an alliterative animal, and the name of the animal printed ...

A Baby Gift With a Personal Touch: Custom, Hand-Painted Onesies

Monday, May 19th, 2008

I'm always on the lookout for unique baby gifts. After Baby Mwah was born, I received a hand-painted, personalized onesie from www.SweetandSpunky.com. Sweet & Spunky sells custom onesies in a variety of lettering styles, paint colors, and cute little graphics.  Onesies can be personalized with a baby's name, nickname, or whatever witty saying you can think ...

Thanks, Teach!

Friday, May 16th, 2008

When I was a teacher, I never expected a gift at the end of the year. And I always tell my friends that the nicest present you can give a teacher is a handwritten thank you note (photocopy it and send it to the principal and the school board for ...

Go Wild With Organic Clothing and Natural Toys

Wednesday, May 14th, 2008

I've been searching for organic clothing for my little one on the way. And at every new store, I discover one or two brands to add to my layette wish list. Then I browsed the selection of organic children's clothing at Wild Dill and found all my favorites plus some new ...

Be a Ballerina Every Day with Tu for Tee

Monday, May 12th, 2008

I adore girls' clothing that is a little bit sweet and a little bit saucy. Tu for Tee makes t-shirt tutus for babies, toddlers, and children, 6-12 months through size 10. They even make tutu tees for your furry friends! Fun clothing like this can spark imaginative play and encourage children ...

Happy Mother’s Day (and Last Minute Gift Ideas)

Saturday, May 10th, 2008

To all the mamas: Have a Fabulous Mother's Day! Stop by the 5th Annual MommyFest to find and check out some fantastic Mommy Bloggers and participate if you are a mommy blogger yourself. Leave a mommy blogger a fun comment on Mother's Day and make her smile! And if you are shopping ...

Diamonds Are A Girl’s Best Friend (Diamond Jewelry Contest)

Monday, May 5th, 2008

Diamond jewelry is a classic Mother's Day Gift that never goes out of style. Abazias Diamonds is one of the few publicly traded online diamond retailers, which means they can showcase more than 100,000 diamonds, most of which are GIA, AGS, or EGL certified, at unbeatable prices. Abazias prides itself on ...