Kidoodles: Felt Gingerbread House


Updated 12/18/07 10:00 PM · Posted by babysugar · 10 comments

Felt Gingerbread House

We're having a gingerbread house contest at Sugarland, and I planned on building one with the usual supplies, but changed my mind and decided to go another route after considering the time and effort that goes into making a cookie house. I've seen the great felt kits from Twinkle Kids that you can order for $55, but it was too late to order one so I improvised. Rather than waiting for pre–cut Read more

Twinkle in My Eye Cake


Updated 01/18/07 7:38 PM · Posted by YumSugar · 7 comments

Twinkle in My Eye Cake

Let's face it, I'm a big kid at heart and I'm probably never going to grow up. That's why when I found this ridiculously cute felt tiered cake (and I mean ridiculously cute), I immediately squealed... outloud... just like a pig... (don't try and tell me that you didn't do the same). This adorable interactive cake includes over 50 "fondant" decorations and is made of 100% wool felt from Holland Read more

Deck the Halls: 12 DIY Holiday Decor Ideas


Updated 12/18/11 8:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

DIY Christmas Decorations Kids Will Love

It's no secret that kids love the holidays! They love the gifts, the parties, and the collective joy that fills the air — and they can't get enough of all the twinkling lights and holiday decor. From wreaths and topiaries to snow globes and paper ornaments, there are lots of things mama can make to decorate the house. Get crafting this season — and break out your glue gun! — with these 12 Read more

Make the Skies a Bit Friendly With These Holiday Travel Tips For Families


Updated 11/09/11 11:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Holiday Travel Tips

We're excited to share this post from our partners at BabyCenter! Every week, we will be bringing you the best parenting and lifestyle stories from the experts at BabyCenter, including this post from Kristina Sauerwein about making holiday travel as smooth as possible. No doubt you've noticed the tinsel, twinkle-light Christmas trees in stores and heard carols on the radio. Although it does seem Read more

Trendtotting: Steal Seraphina Affleck's Fun and Sparkly Fall Look!


Updated 10/10/11 3:54 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Shop Kids' Shiny Shoes

Jennifer Garner has a lil twinkle toes on her hands these days! The expectant mama isn't letting her third pregnancy slow her down as she's been toting her tots all around town the past few days. Along the way, we spotted a very happy lil Seraphina comfortably perched on her mom's hip. The adorable 2-year-old had more than a sparkle in her eye, as she wore a pair of very shiny shoes! See how you Read more

David Stark Designs a Gala Inspired by Cinema Paradiso and Good Night Moon


Updated 10/11/11 6:23 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

David Stark Gala Decorating Tips

Here's a post from designer guest writer David Stark. New Yorkers for Children always kicks off the Fall gala season with their very chic evening each September, and we have had the honor of collaborating with them for many years now. It’s always been important for the evening to be glamorous, but in recent years, it has been critical to infuse beauty with meaning. How do we do that, you Read more

9 Reasons the Summer Is Making You Fat


Updated 06/22/11 9:16 PM · Posted by · 10 comments

Why People Gain Weight in the Summer

Summertime can be so cruel when it comes to the numbers on the scale, and not just because of Summer treats. It's sunny, warm, and gorgeous outside, gardens and grocery stores are bursting with fresh fruits and veggies, you're spending lots of time in the fresh air, but you seem to be putting on weight. What gives? If pounds are piling on, here are nine reasons why. Ugh, it's too hot to run. Read more