We are working on independence at our house. At 10 years old, I shouldn't be packing my son's backpack for him in the morning. Nor should I have to hover over him...
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Easy Holiday Decor
Bonton is a kids "superstore" in Paris, which always has the most clever (and often simple) ideas in their displays. I love the metallic accordion balls they had...
Easy Thanksgiving Table
We are in love with Bloom, a fantastic housewares store in Sag Harbor, New York. Everything Mona Nerenberg (the owner) does is beautiful. There is always a perfect...
A Forever Wreath
We found out about Emily Thompson Flowers when we did a story on her wreaths in Martha Stewart Living for this December's issue, and we met her in person when she...
Goodnight Moon
One of our contributors, Jen Smith, sent us this idea and link from Apartment Therapy, and we love it. "I love the idea of one of these moons being used as a night...
Thanksgiving Float Centerpiece
When it comes to making art with kids I stick to two schools: the "no right or wrong way" kind and the "let's keep it simple and inexpensive." Especially when I'm...
Clever Pumpkin & Gourd Display
We are always in awe of tastemaker duo Gael Towey and Stephen Doyle and their ability to make everything they touch beautiful. Witness the gourd display. Who would...
The Fishing Rod of Onions
Perhaps, you have a young aspiring chef (I do). Perhaps, you’re encouraging of this ambition-slash-passion (I am). Your child may have big ideas, in terms of desired...
Arrangement Idea
I love the way my friend's mom did this arrangement, with what looks like some kind of crab apple branches, simply put into a crock. It's a nice way to bring some...
Amish Scooter Bike
Call me crazy, but I have a really hard time with the adult riding scooter phenomenon. But this scooter disguised as a bike is pretty cool looking. And it has a...
Easy Dessert Presentation
My friend Liana's mom loves to entertain, and she has lovely but also irreverent presentation ideas. On a recent visit, for dessert, she took some beautiful strawberries...
Clever Closet Solution
Reader Michelle Matsui sent us in this clever kid closet organizing suggestion, which is a great idea, especially for families with small spaces. We love the way...
