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Jule’s Baskets

The perfect last-minute gift for anyone on your list.

On Ghomeshi and Consent: What Have Kids Got to Do with It?

Consent. It’s a word we’re hearing more often these days. But with this word making headlines and coming to the fore, I was reminded again of how important consent really is, and how it fits in to our day-to-day family lives.

Your Savvy Year in Review: Our 14 Best Stories from 2014

From co-sleeping to cauliflower, listening skills to lunches, here’s what got your attention in 2014.

How to Make Peppermint Candy Ornaments

Requiring nothing more than the candies themselves, some string or baker’s twine, and an oven (toaster ovens are perfect for this project, too!), you can let the kids loose to come up with their own edible creations.

These Gifts Aren’t Toys

Christmas doesn’t have to be about stuff. Prolong the magic by making it about something that will last the whole year long. Our unique gift guide for kinds in Vancouver has 4 gifts that aren’t toys.

Think Outside the Box

If your kids’ playroom is overstuffed already, you may be dreading the onslaught of toys that comes with each holiday season. Opt for something meaningful by giving them a great experience or personalized object—they’ll remember these thoughtful gifts long after the season’s latest toy has been forgotten. Pro tip: Pass these ideas on to grandparents, aunts and uncles as well.

How to Have a Clutter-Free Christmas

If your kids’ playroom is overstuffed already, you may be dreading the onslaught of toys that comes with each holiday season. Opt for something meaningful by giving them a great experience or personalized object—they’ll remember these thoughtful gifts long after the season’s latest toy has been forgotten. Pro tip: Pass these ideas on to grandparents, aunts and uncles as well.

These Gifts Aren’t Toys: Alternative Gift Ideas

If your kids’ playroom is overstuffed already, you may be dreading the onslaught of toys that comes with each holiday season. Opt for something meaningful by giving them a great experience or personalized object—they’ll remember these thoughtful gifts long after the season’s latest toy has been forgotten. Pro tip: Pass these ideas on to grandparents, aunts and uncles as well.

10 Reasons You Should Take Your Kids to See Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb

Arm yourself with trivia about the star characters in Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb while your kids still believe you know everything. Here are 10 reasons why we’re loving the latest installment of the hit series.

Make-Ahead Sticky Cinnamon Rolls

Prep these make-ahead cinnamon buns now and freeze in order to have the breakfast of your dreams Christmas morning—without sacrificing sleep.

4 Unique Gifts to Give this Christmas

You’ve heard of the straw that broke the camel’s back, or in this case, took down Santa’s sleigh? One more toy in your house and it just might sink. So in the spirit of giving, while staying afloat, here are some gift ideas that will be long on experience and short on clutter.

9 Gifts Outside the Box

If your kids’ playroom is overstuffed already, you may be dreading the onslaught of toys that comes with each holiday season. Opt for something meaningful by giving them a great experience or personalized object—they’ll remember these thoughtful gifts long after the season’s latest toy has been forgotten. Bonus: these make great gifts for grandparents, aunts, uncles and others to give.

Little Live Pets Tweet Talking Bird

This Christmas prezzie is all fun and no fuss.

From the Office to the Party: Day-to-Night Dressing

Heading from the office, the hockey rink, or anywhere that is not your home….straight to a party? Here are three secrets you can use to make this kind of complicated dressing oh-so-simple.

Sea Salt Chewy Caramels

Adapted from The Kitchn
Makes 40-55 pieces (depending on the size of the cut candies)

Pumpkin and Dried Cranberry Granola

Makes 3 ½ cups

Peppermint Pretzel Sticks

Makes 20 pieces

Lemon Garlic Finishing Salt

Makes approx. ½ cup

Coffee Cream Liqueur

Makes approx. 750 ml

Apple Cider Jelly

Makes 8 (125 ml) jars