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So Much Clutch
Davie & Chiyo’s Purses
First published 2009.11.19 | Vancouver | Gear
Just because we’re moms doesn’t mean we’re completely immune to the primal “gotta have it” urge which strikes when we spot that special something. We succumbed recently when we discovered a must-have...read more |
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Best in Show
Children’s Trunk Show Roundup
First published 2009.11.12 | Toronto | Gear
If you couldn’t make it down to the Distillery District last weekend to peruse the wares at this year’s Children’s Trunk Show, have no fear. We made the trip on your behalf and have pulled together...read more |
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Holiday Wrapping Solutions
Holiday Wrapping & Cards
First published 2009.11.10 | Canada | Gear
You might not have fully embarked on the ‘making a list and checking it twice’ program yet, but there’s no point in being in denial about it. We all know that moms are really the ones who help Santa...read more |
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Costume Party
Fancy Pants Kids
First published 2009.10.06 | Canada | Gear
Fancy that—it’s not just your imagination. Kids really do love to dress up in costumes.
And since imaginary play is so good for their development, we’re always looking for ways to help them find...read more |
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What He Really Wants
Father’s Day Gift Guide
First published 2009.06.09 | Canada | Family Life
It takes the cunning of a spy or detective to uncover the mystery of what Dad really wants for Father’s Day.
So we set out on an undercover investigation to discover the truth and we’ve got some...read more |
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Urban Cowboy
Buckles and Beads Handcrafted Belts
First published 2009.06.04 | Calgary | Gear
Your man has the boots, the hat and the country music lined up ready to go Stampeding. Add a groovy T-shirt, bootcut jeans, leather belt and voila, your honey is transformed into one urban cowboy...read more |
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New Duds for Dads
New Brooks Brothers Vancouver Store
First published 2009.06.04 | Vancouver | Gear
Although we hate to admit it, we love shopping in the US—at least for stuff we can’t get here, of course. (That’s a big part of the allure.) But for Vancouverites, there is now one less reason to...read more |
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Alternate Apples
Teachers’ Gift Ideas
First published 2009.06.02 | Canada | Gear
We’re not so sure we agree with Aristotle when he said that ‘Those who educate children well are more to be honored than parents’ but as parents, we are certainly grateful for the role that teachers...read more |
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It’s All About You
Mother’s Day
First published 2009.05.05 | Canada | Family Life
Mom’s definitely the word this week as we gear up for the holiday celebrating that most important job of all, being a mom.
And it’s not an easy one (job, that is)—consider that the average...read more |
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Eco Birthday to You
Greener Birthday Parties
First published 2009.04.21 | Canada | Birthday Parties
Anyone who has tidied up after a kid’s party will understand that the run-of-the-mill children’s fete has little to do with modern ideas like recycling, reusability and responsible consumption. The...read more |
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It’s a Dream
Dream Baby Shower Gift Guide
First published 2009.03.31 | Canada | Family Life
No matter your age or your kids’ age, moms are always in the market for the perfect baby gift. We seek out the latest and greatest, the practical and plush, those magical items that say “we know what...read more |
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The Savvy Five: Valentine’s Day Gifts
Our Favourite Valentine’s Day Gifts
First published 2009.02.03 | Canada | The List
Love is in the air and Valentine’s Day is just around the corner (so yep, you might want to tuck that wreath away ‘cause the holidays are over). Need a gift? Here’s this month’s Savvy Five guide to...read more |
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Big Sweet, Small Guilt
Cupcakes in Ottawa
First published 2008.12.11 | Ottawa | Birthday Parties
Cupcakes are the perfect treat. They satisfy our craving for something sweet and delicious but they just don’t seem as decadent as a giant slab of cake. That’s why we were excited and feeling...read more |
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Give LUV
MamaLUV
First published 2008.12.11 | Toronto | Food & Drink
‘Everyone needs a little LUV once in a while’ are the words of Montreal mom entrepreneur Tracy Goodson Mackay, and we couldn’t agree more. With her business mamaluv, Tracy spreads the ‘LUV’ by...read more |
