Metropolitan Mama's Gift Guides help you select timely and thoughtful gifts for family and friends.
Eight-year-old girls are beautiful, smart, fun, and funny. They are eager to please, but also have strong opinions of their own. They are both confident and humble. They still play make-believe, but they also have sincere and profound discussions with people close to them. If you have an 8-year-old girl in your life, I have […]
Have you seen the funny meme that's going around about being an Amazon mom instead of a Pinterest mom? It's gently and humorously making the point that we can't all be DIY/Do-It-All moms. Sometimes, you just need to order in pizza instead of making roasted Brussels sprouts. True beauty and art isn't found in Pinterest projects. It's […]
Welcome to my home. I love this brick house - cozy and bright, warm and charming - in all seasons. We have white double doors with frosted glass windows, adorned with a festive wreath. This year, Tim went out and brought home a tree that I immediately dubbed the "Charlie Brown" tree. The poor baby […]
Filling up and displaying stocking stuffers is one of my favorite Christmas "chores." I love the challenge of finding FUNctional "miniature" things for everyone on my list. Below you will find my top picks for the best stocking stuffers for adults in 2016. Book Darts I've been using these miniature metal darts to mark favorite sentences […]
Stockings have always been among my favorite Christmas traditions. I especially love filling them for my kids because it's exciting to search for "little" things that they will love and use throughout the year. Below you will find my top picks for the best stocking stuffers for kids in 2016. A Little Princess Don't forget books […]
If you have a bookish guy or girl on your list, I cordially invite you to scroll through these fresh literary finds. As a voracious reader myself (I strive to read at least 100 books per year in a variety of genres), I can assure you that I would be delighted to receive any of […]
If you've ever had or known baby, you know that they are the most grateful of recipients. They will smile broadly at a square cardboard box, a textured stick, or crinkly wrapping paper. So much joy is to be found in the simple things. That being said, if you still have the desire to pick up […]
Are you searching for a gift for one WHOLE FAMILY instead of an individual? This can by a great way to go with extended families since purchasing for each person can quickly become cumbersome and expensive. That's why we've put together a list of fabulous gift picks that the whole family will appreciate. Fluted Mugs & […]