Eric Carle’s work is classic and instantly recognizable. Now your kiddo can sport his art on their pajamas, too! Target just released PJs that pay homage to the Very Hungry Caterpillar and Brown Bear, perfect for bedtime stories and weekend cuddles.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Pajamas
This adorable striped set is made out of 100% cotton, including cuffed sleeves and legs for a snug fit! It features the familiar Hungry Caterpillar creeping about and it's sized from 12 months to 5T. Buy for $15 at Target.
Brown Bear Pajamas
If Brown Bear Brown Bear What Do You Hear is the bedtime story of choice, grab the new Bear Pajama Set. You'll find some of the best-known characters from the book, including the blue horse. This set features a button up collar and it's $15 at Target.
Mint Pajamas
Target
Finally, the Mint pajama set features the Hungry Caterpillar creeping out of a cake slice and a few other whimsical details. This set comes in a cool mint green color and it's slated to come out in early December. The set will also be $15 once it goes on sale.
Good things come in small packages, and they’re even better when you find them in one of these Christmas stockings. From personalized Christmas stockings to ones you can find on Etsy, we’ve found a style for every elf on your shelf. Keep reading for our favorite Christmas stockings for kids and families.
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Glitter Swirl Name Stocking
With your name scrolled so prettily across the front of this stocking—chosen from a dazzling array of glittery colors—even Santa will think you're on the nice list. Pick a color for each family member, and you've got yourself one magnificent mantel.
These hand-knit stockings are as classic as they are sizable. With tree, snowflake and reindeer motifs—plus options for your pup or kitty—they coordinate without being overly matchy. Plus, did we mention the pom-poms? Perfection.
Add a touch of whimsy to your mantel with these brightly patterned knit stockings. Available in reindeer, pine tree and chevron prints, you can create the holiday cheer-scape of your choosing.
Want to make a splash on Christmas morning? These stockings are a safe bet for getting exactly what you want. With flip sequins and a rainbow of color options, these stockings are anything but fishy.
Send your Christmas morning cuteness factor straight through the roof with these fuzzy Yeti. This guy's furry face and whimsical scarf will ensure that the fireplace mantel isn't just fun on Christmas morning.
These classic needlepoint stockings offer a catalog of themes—from trains to woodland critters and everything in between—and the coolest thing about them is that they're hand-stitched in 100% wool. Can someone say "heirloom?"
Personalized Classic Velvet Stockings - Red with Ivory Cuff
Clean, classic and cheerful, we love these red velvet stockings with a personalized white cuff—especially since they come in multiple sizes. Choose the right size for your family's typical stocking haul, or mix it up for some mantel mischief.
Your family will be doing the hot dog dance all season long with these cute Disney stockings dangling from your mantel. The font is classic Walt, and you can choose between Mickey, Minnie and Pluto!
Just in case you're worried that Santa might overlook your stockings, these adorable blinking light stockings will help you sleep a little more soundly on Christmas Eve. With battery packs that can be turned off when you're not around, they will raise the excitement level of any child by about 1000% leading up to the main event.
This elfin-style stocking is just what a family with mischievous little elves needs this holiday season. Full of whimsy, these will pull their weight in holding plenty of magic for your merrymakers on Christmas morning.
When you have a herd of kiddos, what's better than assigning them each a Reindeer-is-my-animal-spirit stocking in the softest sherpa materials? The personalization ensures that everyone will have their own stocking on Christmas morning, and paired with the Santa-themed stocking in the same line by Pottery Barn Kids, you could create an entire vignette on your mantel. Because you have loads of spare time, right? It's only the holidays.
Parents of sporty sprouts, stand up and cheer! These sports-themed stockings don't need personalization when you have kids who play on different fields. At such a reasonable price, you can buy them for the entire team.
They’re your go-to for stamps, and but when’s the last time you bought birthday presents for your children from the United States Postal Service? Turns out, not only can you buy shipping supplies and stamps online, the USPS has an extensive online shop full of toy trucks, cool t-shirts, toddler costumes, and more. We scoured through the site to bring you our top favorites here.
Editor’s note: At the time of publication all items were in stock. We’ll try to keep this post updated with items that are still available but they go quick!
USPS Post Office Tent
The USPS partnered with Kid Trax for this awesome play tent. Now your mini mail carriers can act out in real style!
The Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued two recalls for Hanna Andersson baby products. Both Baby Ruffle Rompers and Baby Long-Sleeve Wiggle Sets both have snaps that become detached and pose a chocking hazard.
Hanna Andersson has received four reports of either the snaps coming off the fabric ripping around them, but no reports of injuries. Keep reading to see which specific sets are included in the recall photo: CPSC
Recalled Baby Ruffle Rompers have a style number of 66919 written on the main label at the neck of the top, with metal snaps reaching from the neckline to the center. The 100% cotton romper has ruffles and was sold in Petal Pink, Golden Hour and Juniper with a polka dot pattern. Sizes include zero months to three years in the U.S. Euro sizes 50-90.
Recalled Baby Long Sleeve Wiggle Set have a style number of 66938 written on the main label at the neck of the top with metal snaps at the crotch of the top. The 100% cotton long-sleeve top and pant set was sold in Petal Pink with a pink floral pattern, Golden Hour with black and white polka dots and gold trim and Navy Blue with a green turtle print and navy trim. Sizes include zero months to three years in the U.S. Euro sizes 50-90.
The baby ruffle rompers were sold exclusively online at hannaandersson.com from July 2021 through October 2021 for about $40. The baby long sleeve wiggle set were sold exclusively online at hannaandersson.com from July 2021 through October 2021 for about $46.
If you have either recalled product, stop using immediately and contact Hanna Andersson for a full refund. The company will be providing postage-paid labeling to return the product. You can reach Hanna Andersson Customer Care Center at 800-222-0544 from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. PT, daily email at help@hannaandersson.com or online at hannaandersson.com and click “Product Recall” at the bottom of the page or at: www.hannaandersson.com/product-recall.
The best way to spread Christmas cheer is by…grabbing a pair of Hanna Andersson’s newest Elf pajamas! The apparel company has partnered with Warner Bros. to bring fans of all ages a limited-edition capsule collection for the holidays.
Hanna Andersson’s classic stripes and fair isle patterns are decked out with scenes and characters that include Buddy the Elf and Mr. Narwhal that both kids and adults will love. Shop styles that include long johns, flannel pants, sleepers, pet PJs, hats, a sweatshirt and dress starting today, Oct. 25.
Perhaps the greatest news is that the collection includes Hanna Andersson’s classic Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) certified cotton matching family pajamas in fair isle for adults, kids, babies, and dogs! The whole family can get in on the holiday fun, while watching Elf, of course.
Prices range from $30 to $50 and you can shop the entire new collection at hannaandersson.com while supplies last.
A baby gift that’s handmade or personalized with a child’s name is something they — and their parents — will cherish for years to come. And these special gifts don’t have to break the bank! Read on for 14 new and noteworthy presents (in a variety of price ranges) that babies and toddlers can chew on, snuggle with, wear, and have added to their nursery decor.
Puffy Love Nude Rug from Lorena Canals
There are so many reasons to love this plush, well-made rug: It's handmade in 100% cotton, machine-washable and has a built-in cushion that's perfect for little heads to rest on. It's big enough (at 5'3" by 6') for babies to lay on, crawlers to roam around on, and walkers to play on. Dress up a nursery, playroom or even a living room with this practical, comfy stunner. It also comes in a blue cloud shape with white cloud cushion. Dreamy.
What’s better than new holiday decorations? Affordable ones of course! IKEA just unveiled it’s 2021 holiday collection and decorations start at just one dollar.
Every item in IKEA’s new Vinterfest collection is designed with families in mind. Each piece is sleek and stylish, yet simple and functional. In other words, you won’t spend the entire month of December asking your kids not to touch anything. That classic Scandinavian style that’s basic yet bold embodies this whimsical collection. Here are a few of our favorites.
Artificial Tree
This six foot tree couldn't be easier to put up year after year. Needle-free and easy to store, this popular IKEA item is truly the gift that keeps on giving.
Whether you’re hanging out at home this year or planning a night of trick or treating, you need a pair of cozy jammies to celebrate the season. From glow-in-the-dark skeletons to Mickey Mouse, to matching family pajamas, here are 10 adorable sets perfect for Halloween night.
Known for their simple but oh-so-comfy clothes, Primary has an adorable family pajama set for Halloween! All material is made from 100% GOTS certified organic cotton in an environmentally sustainable and socially responsible way.
Your Hogwarts-obsessed tween won’t think she’s too cool to hang with the family when she’s got a pair of these Marauders Map fitted pajamas from Pottery Barn Teen.
How fun is a set of family ghost pajamas? Pick a Halloween movie, hide candy around the house, make a Halloween-themed dinner and call it a successful night!
For your next painting session, challenge your little ones to skip the brushes. Believe it or not, there are countless ways to paint without paintbrushes, using everything from balloons to fly swatters. Your budding artists will get a kick out of these off-the-wall ideas. Keep reading to get inspired.
For this simple activity, No Time for Flashcards switches a paintbrush for a pinecone. It’s all about experimenting with the materials and seeing what happens when you roll the pinecone around. At the end of it, you’ve got some pretty cool abstract art too!
Kids can make their own wrapping paper with this cool idea from Childhood 101. Gather up a bunch of different textured items from around the house to make different prints, like bubble wrap, rubber bands and mesh bags.
If you’ve got a LEGO lover in your family, they’ll be obsessed with this craft from Pink Stripey Socks. They can start by making a design out of blocks, then dip it into paint and stamp it on paper. They can also experiment with using individual bricks as stamps—the sky’s the limit.
Little ones love bubbles, so it’s not surprising that they’d also get excited about bubble painting. Artful Kids has the scoop on three different ways to paint with bubbles. They’re all fun and easy, and don’t require a ton of supplies.
Popsicle painting could be the coolest way to paint… literally. With this simple idea, freezing paint is not only a fun setup process, but it’s pretty easy to clean up, too. It's a perfect project for indoors, but the icy paint also works great on the pavement outside, too! For more info on where to pick up those handy popsicle sticks, head over to Learn with Play at Home.
New combs are the best way to get clean, clear pictures, so be sure to hit up the Dollar Store before trying your own version of this bright idea from No Time for Flashcards. The drop and drag skills needed can be tackled by even the tiniest artist, making this a great weekend project—the whole family can join in on the fun!
Art is definitely not what comes to mind when you imagine a fly swatter. But, with the right supplies (butcher paper, tape, a wall and willing swatters) you’ll see creativity flying around in a few seconds flat. You’ll be Lord of the Flies all afternoon. Zip over to Munchkins and Moms for the how-to.
The family supply of cotton balls will be in major need of replenishment after trying this project, but it’s worth watching your tiniest creator get in on the action. Ideal for toddlers on up through preschool, using clothespins and cotton balls is an excellent lesson in fine motor skills; and it helps the littles keep colors separate! Find out what you can use if you don’t have a muffin pan handy, over at Domestic Mommyhood.
Pop Art just got literal. To re-create, add balloons to poster board carnival-style, and let the kids pop to it. While this scores pretty high on the mess-o-meter, the fun factor is also sky high. Want to know how it’s done? Artistic mama Crystal explains how to get just enough paint in every balloon over at Growing a Jeweled Rose.
Squeeze a little more fun out of the afternoon by mixing up a batch of microwave puffy paint. We love the recipe and tutorial perfected by Asia of Fun at Home with Kids. We really love the condiment bottles that are used as both paint container and applicator, rolled into one.
You’ll be pulling a few out anyways, so why not use sponges to make art? Create shapes and characters, or keep it simple with one style. We can’t get enough of the adorable ode to Very Hungry Caterpillar spotted over at Buggy and Buddy.
There’s nothing cookie cutter about this creative use of everyone’s favorite baking tool. Instant stamp-like prints (perfect for filling in later!), easy handling for little hands and one-step cleanup make this idea from Mama.Papa.Bubba a sweet way to fill an open afternoon.
Make tracks for the toy box and pull out the biggest, baddest monster truck, right on down to the teeniest, tiniest sports car, and watch your kids zoom their way into creativity (extra points for making vroom noises while they paint!). Cleaning up the tires may take a little more time, but the twofer on artistic and imaginary play can’t be beat. We like how mom Jeanette over at Craftwhack set up her little painter for an afternoon of colorful tread-burning fun.
Fun with Food
Gabby Cullen
They’ll have a whole new appreciation for veggies after this project. First, slice apples, potatoes, bell peppers, celery (you can even use broccoli!) or any other fresh food you find in the fridge. Then, give each kid their “stamp” and watch as they dip and print. You can even talk about why each print looks just so, adding a little science to their art.
Now that the summer is officially fading (sad, we know), it’s time to step up our fall decor game—what better decor style to channel than fan-favorite farmhouse chic? We took a deep dive into Amazon’s webiverse and found some pretty amazing deals and steals (a gorgeous pillow below is just $11!). So if you’re like us and want to spruce up your home with some autumn spirit (with a healthy bent towards white-washed items and natural fibers), check out the below and snag this fall decor that can be on your farm-inspired doorstep in two-days flat.
Ticking (the durable blue and white stripe fabric traditionally found on mattresses and bedding) gets a modern update with a faux leather accent. Available in five colors, this 18" x 18" pillow is such a steal you can outfit an entire bench or sofa with these decorative cushions.
Quite possibly our favorite find on Amazon, these versatile faux potted plants come in a handy tray and work as a centerpiece (as shown above) for when you have guests over, or you can break up the set and use them to decorate around the house (and use the tray for collecting letters or wayward keys), or keep them together and put them in the windowsill—adding a touch of greenery to your life without the commitment of keeping something else alive.
Collections are a farmhouse decor staple. Whether you want to add to a current collection or use these as your starter set, these multi-purpose ceramics can be filled with flowers from the yard or elegantly styled on a bookshelf.
This mix of white pumpkins and gourds will match any style of fall decor. Made from high-quality dense foam, the gourd and pumpkin set comes in an off-white color that can be kept as-is or be painted if you're super crafty! Can you ever have enough pumpkins come autumn? We think not.
Rustic decor is at home during the fall season, and this galvanized metal milk jug is the perfect place to add some faux florals. Dried lavender, cotton buds, sprigs of eucalyptus or strands of berries would bring the perfect festive vibe.
This is currently on sale at Amazon, for $15 when you apply the coupon!
Nothing is more low maintenance than faux florals and these dried-cotton stems add the perfect amount of rustic and fall-inspired look while being neutral enough to match any style.
Purchase 15 bolls (8 stems) for $10 right now on Amazon.
This wood sign hits all the farmhouse elements we love—a bit of rustic ribbon, some black and white buffalo check, a touch of fans eucalyptus that results in a warm welcome for family and friends.
Soften up your fall look with some comfy and themed throw pillows. Whether you like buffalo check, solids or cute printed designs like this Happy Harvest farmhouse version, there are tons of pillow options to check out.
Nothing says a change of seasons like a new wreath added to the front door. This grapevine and faux pip berry wreath can be personalized with your choice of ribbon and your choice of scent!
The return of fall means relaxing on the couch with a cozy blanket and a good book. This gray and cream plaid throw blanket is neutral enough to match almost any decor style while still giving off that warm feel.
This durable, non-slip doormat made of coconut coir fibers is warm and welcoming for anyone that shows up at your door—and helps keep dust and dirt at bay.
