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Gift Guide

December 6, 2012 by crayonsandcroissants

It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Well… wonderful but also incredibly busy! There are cookies to bake, holiday crafts to create and presents to buy and wrap. Check out this gift guide, which I hope will make it easier to find perfect presents for the little ones. Wee Can Too is one of our favorite sources for eco-conscious and kid-friendly art supplies. This year they have outdone themselves with their Veggie Holiday Art Kit, which includes sculpting dough (bonus: it […]

Categories: Craft, Nest, Play, Read, Shop • Tags: books, Children, Crafts, Family, gift guide, Holidays, Organic, Toys

Dream a little dream with aden + anais

November 26, 2012 by crayonsandcroissants

Snuggle up to a warm and cozy winter with aden + anais dream blankets. We are finally starting to notice a change in the weather here in Santa Monica. There is a slight chill in the air and people are bundling up in sweaters and scarves. Little M and I enjoy taking our walks in the crisp cool mornings and he is often cozy in his sweater, jacket and hat. But for the days when it is really cold outside, […]

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Passport to style

October 29, 2012 by crayonsandcroissants

I always find traveling to be a stimulating experience, especially now that Little M accompanies me on my trips. We spend our fair share of time wandering through various neighborhoods, touring museums, taking in the sights, trying unusual new dishes and playing in nearby parks. It is quite an action-packed itinerary, but we always save time to hit the stores! India is one of my favorite shopping destinations, I love the gorgeous designs, colorful outfits and creative styles. I definitely […]

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Books and Cookies: A chat with Chudney Ross

October 22, 2012 by crayonsandcroissants

Little M and I love visiting bookstores, they are great places to discover new children’s books and revisit old favorites, grab a cup of coffee (for me) and a treat (for him) and settle in for story hour. One of our all-time favorites stores is Books and Cookies in Santa Monica (pictured below). It is a lovely bookstore, with a beautiful reading room for Little M to explore, an incredible selection of books and an amazing cafe with lots of […]

Categories: Bites, Jet Set, Read, Shop • Tags: Activities, books, Children, Family, Food, Travel

EEK-o friendly Halloween

October 17, 2012 by crayonsandcroissants

Halloween is right around the corner and we are counting down the days until October 31st. Little M has his costume all picked out. He will be an adorable – I mean very scary – skeleton! We can’t wait for all the trick-or-treaters to come to our door in their costumes. Little M and I have done some research to come up with a list of safe, stylish and spooky picks to help you have a happy and eco-conscious Halloween. […]

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Wrap it up

October 8, 2012 by crayonsandcroissants

Before Little M was born, I spent hours scouring websites and stores to search for essential items for a new baby. As most parents know, this is an overwhelming process and it is so difficult to know which items will really stand the test of time and even transition into toddlerhood. I was going through Little M’s closet the other day and realized that one of the few items we still use from his newborn days are our aden + anais muslin […]

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Kids in the kitchen

October 1, 2012 by crayonsandcroissants

I have always been a firm believer in getting kids involved in the kitchen. Letting children take a hands-on approach to cooking encourages them to enjoy their meals and will also hopefully lead to a healthier attitude towards food in the future. While it may not always be easy to let your little one help out, I find that there are usually small jobs that Little M can do. Of course, having kid-friendly kitchen products always helps! Read on for […]

Categories: Bites, Nest, Read, Shop • Tags: Activities, books, Children, Design, Family, Food

Going green just got easier

September 28, 2012 by crayonsandcroissants

I’ll let you in on a little secret. I am an avid online shopper. I can search for the best deals from the comfort of my home, add products to my cart with a quick “click, click”, and then it’s all “magically” delivered straight to my door. Best of all, I don’t have to lug an active (and usually impatient) toddler around to numerous shops to buy what I need. But I am also an eco-conscious parent and I am […]

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Honestly speaking

September 27, 2012 by crayonsandcroissants

Summer may be over, but it doesn’t seem like the insects got the memo! Little M and I enjoy taking long walks in our neighborhood and he loves spending time outdoors, so I am always looking for safe, non-toxic options for insect repellent. When I heard about The Honest Company, which was created by Christopher Gavigan (the former CEO of Healthy Child Healthy World) and Jessica Alba (yup, the actress), I was intrigued. And when I tried some of the products, I […]

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