Does your kid hate to wear a hat? Once the weather turns cold, there’s no debating it in my house. After learning how much body heat escapes from an uncovered head during the winter months, I laid down the law on that one. While finding an appropriate hat for my kids used to be fun (bunny ears, anyone?), it’s now turned into just another battle of wills. Well we may just have solved this year’s problem, thanks to an ultra-cool style that even the hippest kid can’t deny. Bling 2 o’s Snow BL-ing Hat takes your basic ski hat and steps it up a notch with embroidered goggles adorned with rhinestones. It completes the effortless, pulled-together look for your favorite ski bunny. So whether she’s [&hellip
The Accessorized Walnut Archive
Remember when you were a kid and you could get your hands on a box of Cracker Jacks? I didn’t exactly caring for their taste, but it was the prize that I coveted. Well, I may be older now, but I haven’t outgrown my love of sweet treats and special surprises. And since the weekend is upon us, it’s the perfect time to surprise a friend or loved one. If you’re headed to a dinner party or maybe just paying a visit to a friend, you’ll want to bring them something that goes beyond a bottle of wine or a bouquet of flowers. For the perfect hostess with the mostess gift, we are loving the new line of candles from bella j. These aren’t your [&hellip
The weekend is upon us, and that means I’ll have more time to read uninterrupted…as if! With a break from the frenetic routine of getting kids off to school, shuttling them to activities, tackling homework, dinner, bath and bed, I make a point of squeezing in some reading before heading off to Dreamland. Because I’m already a full-time bespectacled gal, I don’t need to seek out a pair of reading glasses. But since plenty of friends have been donning a pair during book group, I know that stylish specs are just as important as a fetching pair of shoes (or so I’ve been told). If you’re someone who likes to make more environmentally-friendly purchases, then we’ve found the glasses line for you. Eynack‘s line of [&hellip
From what I’ve been hearing from my mom friends, it won’t be long before my 9-year-old is begging for a sleepover party. We’ve managed to successfully avoid this topic, and frankly, I’m just not ready for all the drama that comes along with it. While I don’t miss those long-ago 3 a.m. feedings, I sometimes can’t help long for the sight of that sweet little soul, so peaceful as she lay fast asleep in her crib back in the day. When the weather had turned chilly, Iwrapped her up in her comfy blankie and she was set for the night…until, of course, she kicked off her covers and cried out for someone to come and comfort her. Because I didn’t trust myself to swaddle my [&hellip
When my younger daughter was in diapers, my legs got quite a workout. I was forever forgetting to bring an extra pack of diapers downstairs, and so made many a mad dash up to her room to grab a fresh diaper, wipes and other necessities. When I finally got my act together, I put together a small wicker basket filled with supplies. As tasteful as it was, this basket wasn’t entirely practical. I sometimes tripped over it when it was in the middle of the floor, and it never looked right in the middle of the dining room table. Now, if the Windel had been around when I was a new mom, my home might have looked a lot less cluttered, and I might not [&hellip
Today was my birthday (my 29th, of course), and yes, even Mama Walnut was treated to a day that was all her own. After an afternoon at the beach with a good book in hand, my family treated me to a homemade red velvet birthday cake, an unexpected delight. But perhaps one of the greatest surprises was from my 9-year-old daughter who decided to wear a dress in my honor. And not just any dress, mind you. One that would be the envy of any fashion-conscious tween, or so I told her. You see this is one girl who does not enjoy skirts, dresses, frilly blouses or anything remotely feminine. While she’s not exactly a tomboy, this gal just doesn’t care for clothes. Some might [&hellip
The woman who runs a local cafe gave birth to her second son this past spring. Not one to let motherhood slow her down, she had soon returned to work and, much to my surprise, with her newborn in tow. Straight from the kitchen with a smile on her face, she emerged with her baby boy swaddled in a sling as she set food down in front of waiting diners. As I waited for my order, we chatted about how difficult it is, going from one to two, and I left impressed by how well she seemed to be managing. I also couldn’t help but notice the latest baby gear trend–the baby wrap–being put to good use. It’s a great way to keep a newborn [&hellip
Tis the season of baby showers, christenings and any other gift-giving occasion to welcome a new arrival. If you’ve been invited to a bris, baptism or first birthday bash and are coming up empty-handed on your quest for the perfect present , consider the latest trend in gift-giving: subscriptions. We’re not talking Highlights magazine here, but rather a boxed mail-order delivery. Googaro features an assortment of carefully selected baby gifts (think: your own personal baby store shopper) that are eco-friendly and BPA-free. The selections include toys, books, snacks and other items, and are tailored to specific age ranges: 0-6 months, 6-12 months, 1-2 years and 2-3 years. Subscriptions are available on a monthly basis at $35 a pop, or you can place a one-time order. [&hellip
So, how many British baby boutiques do you think are furiously readying their shops in honor of the Royal Baby? You never know who might decide to walk into your store and purchase that special something for the most-watched baby in the world. It doesn’t matter that we have yet to catch a glimpse of that precious baby boy, but when the hospital doors finally open and the royal couple proudly emerges with their child, all eyes will be on that very bundle. And if Kate is like any other new mum, she’ll want to have her newborn dressed comfortably and not take any chances in him catching a chill in that rainy London weather. In fact, we think she’d rather prefer the Barefoot Dreams [&hellip
The wait is finally over…At long last, his Royal Highness Prince xx has finally arrived…and so has the baby merchandise. For all the product designers who’ve been speculating whether or not Kate would be delivering a boy or girl, the winning bet was on blue. And so the onslaught of baby blues begin–and we mean that in the best possible way. Help leading the way is our first find: Tommee Tippee limited edition Closer to Nature bottles. Decked out in a prince motif, complete with London guards, these bottles are a festive way to welcome any new baby boy, even if he’s not royalty. This limited edition collection also includes themed pacifiers and feeding gift sets, and is available for pre-order now and in stores [&hellip