Archive for the ‘Holidays’ Category

Happy Father’s Day from Mamanista!

Sunday, June 15th, 2008

We want to wish all the Pops a “Happy Father’s Day!” And here are some last minute Father's Day Gifts: You can never go wrong with home baked cookies. Get him a gift certificate to his favorite store at GiftCertificates.com. Take him out to eat and save money by using Restaurant.com. Give him a Unique ...

Give a Gift That Will Delight Dad This Father’s Day

Tuesday, June 10th, 2008

Traditional Father's Day gifts like ties and wallets might be good enough for traditional 1950s dads, but what do you get a modern dad to say "Thanks for changing all of those diapers" or "I appreciate your help with nighttime feedings"? These cool dads deserve a gift ...

Encourage Your Future Artist With Fun Art Frames

Thursday, June 5th, 2008

My almost two year old daughter is already fixated on art projects. Give her paper and paints, glue, crayons, markers, and stickers and she is in toddler bliss. Occasionally, for reasons that remain a mystery to me, she selects a particular work of art for hanging. And then she ...

My Dad is My Hero

Tuesday, June 3rd, 2008

When my baby was an infant, she wanted to stay attached to her food source (me). But now that she is a little older, the world revolves around her father. If your little one only has eyes for Daddy, check out these designs from Childish Clothing, perfect for a Father's ...

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 ...

Father’s Day Gift Guide from Mamanista!

Wednesday, May 28th, 2008

Check out our Father's Day Gift Guide for 2008 and shop for that Dad in your life. We have picks for the family guy, the man of leisure, the dad who brings home the bacon, the dad who cooks the bacon, the daddy-to-be, and many more. Plus we have coupons and contests!

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 ...

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 ...

Warm Biscuit $50 Gift Certificate Giveaway!

Monday, April 21st, 2008

We've raved before about Warm Biscuit and their custom sewn retro and vintage children's fabrics and personalized nursery decor. Warmbiscuit.com, founded by a mom in 1998, specializes in vintage inspired children's bedding, custom furniture and personalized baby gifts. They have a new selection of children's wallpaper and a Japanese-themed girls' room design ...