Archive for the ‘Home and Decorating’ Category

Mocktails for Modern Mamas

Thursday, July 3rd, 2008

When you have children, you make certain sacrifices. And of course when you look into those smiling faces, it is all worthwhile. But when you watch others sipping cosmos at a cocktail party or mint julips on Derby Day, perhaps you feel the slightest bit jealous? And very thirsty...parched even? When ...

Mamanista Home Organization Guide: Cleaning Tips, Our Favorite Storage Products and More

Friday, June 27th, 2008

Perhaps you were a neatnik before baby. Or maybe you were always a little messy.  Whatever your temperament, you probably find the idea of getting organized daunting…..maybe even absurd. After all…you haven’t had a good night’s sleep in months (maybe years). So how are you going to find the time ...

Home Safety Tip: Don’t Give the Babysitter a Key to Your House

Monday, June 23rd, 2008

  As my maternity leave drew to a close, I started feeling anxious about leaving baby home with a babysitter. You can do thorough background checks and verify lots of references, but that won't stop the nagging worries.  What if the baby misses me while I'm gone? Will he take his ...

Baby Headbangers Ball

Tuesday, June 17th, 2008

Crib Rock Couture is a celebrity favorite parent favorite. You've seen Kingston, Maddox, and many other hip babies sporting their Concert Series tees for tots. Now, Crib Rock Couture is launching their Metal Mania sustainable nursery decor. Like the Concert Series t-shirts, this wall art blends youthful themes with a ...

Digging the Dyson: It Really IS Revolutionary

Thursday, May 22nd, 2008

Here's the truth: I love being a mama, and I enjoy cooking, but I cannot stand housework. I do not find the physical work transports my mind to a higher plane and I don't really even feel the satisfaction of a "job well-done." If I suddenly win ...

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 ...

Our Green House Coupon Code (Deal of the Day)

Monday, April 14th, 2008

Call it the Green House effect...people everywhere, especially parents, are turning to more eco-friendly products for their homes. One of my favorite places to shop for environmentally friendly and safe products for my nest is Our Green House. I originally found the store looking for toys, and they have just about the ...

Gaiam For Green Goddesses (Coupon Deal of the Day)

Thursday, April 10th, 2008

Gaiam is your source for organic, eco-friendly, and fair trade everything, including bedding, home decor, personal care, clothing, wellness products, baby clothing and more. I love the idea of organic, but get tired of the look of raw cotton. If you think environmentally friendly means plain and boring, then you ...

Beautiful Diaper Cakes Make an Elegant and Useful Baby Shower Gift

Wednesday, March 12th, 2008

 Guests at my baby shower were oowing ahhing over the diaper cake centerpiece from Diaper Cakewalk. I received the Blue Caramel Diaper Cake (pictured), which perfectly coordinated with the blue and chocolate invitations and decorations selected by the shower hosts. I've purchased diaper cakes as presents for other baby showers in the past, so I could ...

Host an Indoor Easter Egg Hunt Party

Tuesday, March 11th, 2008

Easter is early this year. Even if the weather is chilly, you can still throw a great Easter Egg Hunt Party using these tips from my friend Martie Duncan. I can't wait to make the Marshmallow Peeps Cake (check out Martie's article for more info). What a great decoration.  I know Peeps ...