Plan Your Winter Escape Now: Family Cabins near Portland

by Allison SutcliffeNovember 29, 2022

From ski chalets to cozy rentals by the ocean, these cabins near Portland have everything you need to make your winter vacation epic

Nothing is cozier during the crisp PNW winter months than relaxing by a fire with some hot cocoa and the kids. While you may definitely be able to do that at home, it’s even better when you’re on vacation. Whether you are looking for something to do over the February break, or you just want to get out of town for the weekend, these cabins in Portland, Oregon are the perfect place to warm your family up, while having a whole lot of fun. In the woods, near the ocean, or smack dab in the middle of the mountains—here’s where to plan a magical winter escape.

a snowy two story cabins in portland oregon among the trees with snow on the ground and roof

Cabin on a Private Lake—Bend, OR

Just outside of Bend on Tumalo Lake is where you'll find this cabin that might have you rethinking city life. An outdoor paradise, surrounded by 640 acres of Ponderosa pine, bordered by the Deschutes National Forest, it's a great starting point for all your winter play activities. You can snowshoe or cross country ski right there in the area, or load the car and head to Mt. Bachelor to ski—it's a quick 45 minute drive. Or you might just want to lay low at the house that features a wood-burning stove, private hot tub, fire pit, and peaceful lake views. The well-appointed kitchen invites you to cook, and the wrap around porch is the perfect spot to sip your morning coffee. The kids can take one of the upstairs queen bedroom suites while you take the other.

Sleeps: 5
Cost: $209/night
Online: airbnb.com

Cabins in portland oregon like one that is wood and has lights hanging from the deck make for great places to ski out from

The Owl’s Nest—LaGrande, OR

This cabin near Portland is situated in the Mount Emily Recreation Area, and that pretty much says it all. Winter is a great time to visit because this place has enough room for you, the kids, and your ski equipment. Plus, you can get a lift ticket discount when you stay here. Beyond winter perks like these, families can also cozy up 'round the wood stove for a game night. And the kids will love taking up residence in the bunk room. The fenced in dog yard is great for your furry family members too. Definitely a place where everyone can stay.

Sleeps: 8
Cost: $236/night
Online: airbnb.com

Cabins in portland oregon are often by a lake like this one that includes a rustic fence and old tree near the cozy wood cabin

The Lodge at Hills Creek—Oak Ridge, OR

Enjoy the solitude this mountain retreat provides year-round. With two master suites, a fenced yard (the home is dog-friendly), and amenities that'll make you feel at home, it's hard to go wrong with this cabin rental. It's located in the Cascade Mountain range, so you can take in all that fresh mountain air and light snowfall in the winter months. Plus outdoor adventures abound in the cooler seasons. Plan to pack some board games to play around the cozy fireplace, and pack plenty of the good stuff (coffee for your mornings) because the wrap-around porch overlooking the lake is calling your name.

Sleeps: 8
Cost: $305/night
Online: airbnb.com

Cozy Log Home—Mt. Hood, OR

A 3,500-square-foot log cabin is waiting for you in the Hood River Valley, amidst the orchards and vineyards on the north slope of Mt. Hood. Cozy up in front of a blazing fire after experiencing skiing and snowboarding winter thrills. This beloved mountain cabin is the perfect spot for creating lasting memories with family and friends. Nestled between Mt. Hood and the town of Hood River, the four bedroom cozy log home has all of the warmth, charm, and peace you're yearning for. It accommodates eight guests between its four bedrooms and six beds.

Sleeps: 8
Cost: $250/night
Online: airbnb.com

Spacious Cabin in the Woods—Government Camp, OR

This funky Government Camp Airbnb is perfect for Portland families. An ideal vacation spot for your crew's next wintery excursion to the Mt. Hood area. With its retro ski-lodge theme, you'll feel more like you've booked a stay in the Alps than the Pacific Northwest. Part of the Government Camp Loop, this home offers amazing access to the beautiful and wild outdoors and brings you ample space for a large group of your loved ones. With a fully loaded kitchen you can have your family meals in instead of going out, if you prefer. There's Wi-Fi to check snow reports and hiking trail conditions, and for the night time, a flatscreen TV with a DVD player. Did we mention the wood burning stove for extra coziness during the cold winter nights and the newly finished deck for an evening filled with stargazing?

Sleeps: 10
Cost: $187/night
Online: airbnb.com

Little Beach Cabin—Manzanita, OR

Your family is going to love this quiet rustic cabin with two bedrooms (queen beds), one bath, a wood burning fireplace, fully equipped kitchen, and a deck with a hot tub. Only a four block walk to beach, there's plenty of play space for all. For families who have four-legged members—you just hit the jackpot. This cabin is pet friendly. Don't wait to book. Located on Manzanita Beach, one of the most popular spots on the coast, this cabin books fast.

Sleep: 4
Cost: $135/night
Online: airbnb.com

Cannon Beach Life—Cannon Beach, OR

Cannon Beach is the perfect escape for any family looking to take a break from city life. This cabin is located right on the main street, only one block from the beach. Kids can get their energy out running and playing on the long stretch of ocean front property which is close to Haystack Rock. Listed as a two bedroom, one bedroom is private with a queen bed, and the other bedroom is accessed by the front door. Additionally, there is a sitting area in the kitchen upstairs. This cabin is perfect for a large family.

Sleeps: 4
Cost: $65/night
Online: airbnb.com

Waterfront Cabin—Washougal, WA

This secluded, riverfront cabin sits on a full wooded acre with private access to the Washougal River. Prepare dinner in the well-appointed kitchen and then lounge by the wood stove. The home is located just 40 miles northeast of Portland and only 12 miles from downtown Washougal. The surrounding forest is filled with native northwestern plants and old-growth trees, some of which are more than 300 years old. A wide variety of outdoor activities are possible here, yet the setting itself is secluded and free from the noise and distractions of everyday life.

Sleeps: 7
Cost: $263/night
Online: airbnb.com

The Woodlands House—Sandy, OR

The Woodlands House sits on five acres of wooded property. It is a beautiful 3 bedroom home (plus kids room) with two outdoor decks surrounded by beautiful trees. It's perfect for getaways or a trip to the mountains, as it's a 25 min drive from Mount hood skiing, 15 minutes from hikes and only 45 min from PDX. The large deck off the main level that overlooks a trickling stream, is the perfect place to enjoy a cup of coffee and watch deer come to the water for a drink. The deck also features a large 6 person hot tub, that is perfect to soak your bones after a day of skiing or hiking.

Sleeps: 7
Cost: $434/night
Online: airbnb.com

a charming dome cabin in Portland Oregon with red chairs and trim near mt hood — mthoodrentals.com

Cedar Creek Hideaway—Mt. Hood, OR

Only an hours drive away from Portland, Welches is home to this unique mountain hideaway. The giant domed building has three bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms and is suitable for a group with up to nine members. Located on seven private acres, your family can enjoy quick access to two seasonal creeks and the Mt. Hood National Forest. Just outside the front door a trail leads to a nearby waterfall, where you can watch the local wildlife while you sip your morning coffee.

The geodesic dome gives this cabin plenty of personality and is sure to captivate your young adventurers. Inside, you are surrounded by a vaulted ceiling and giant windows that allow for extra light. The kitchen is fully equipped and there is a wood stove and comfortable furniture to warm up on after a day spent playing in the snow.

This cabin is truly kid friendly with a designated kids' space on the first level that has a pool table, internet and television. If you have brand new family members, you can rent booster seats and Pack n Plays for the duration of your stay. Your furriest family members are welcome too.

Sleeps: 9
Cost: $140-$350/night
Online: mthoodrentals.com

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Atlanta’s Best Neighborhoods to Go Trick-or-Treating

by Amber OgdenOctober 21, 2022

The big day is almost here! Now’s the time to map out your Atlanta trick-or-treat route with the kids

October brings everything spooky, and Halloween is a real “treat” in Atlanta. It’s time to gather your little ghouls and goblins to take them for a mysterious, but a kid-friendly, night on the town. The metro Atlanta area springs to life every year with annual Halloween trick-or-treating bashes, and this season there are a few new additions for kids to gather their goodies in some of the most haunted areas. Check out these fang-tastic Halloween-themed activities you and the kiddos can head to this year.

The best Atlanta trick-or-treat neighborhoods and events

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Halloween Hike

Become one with the creatures of the forest at the Chattahoochee Nature Center. Explore the mysterious forest on a guided night hike during the 37th Annual Halloween Hikes. This is a family-friendly hike with music, crafts, and campfires and is perfect for a non-scary Halloween event for all ages. But make it a new Halloween tradition. Hikes held on October 28 and 29.

9135 Willeo Rd.
Roswell, GA
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Margaret Mitchell Neighborhood

This Buckhead neighborhood is bound by Moore's Mill Road on the south, I-75 on the east, and the Paces neighborhood on the west, and is especially happening in the streets surrounding the Morris Brandon Primary Center. Expect a neighborhood draw and loads of kids.

Find it: Start on Sequoyah Dr. and Margaret Mitchell Dr. in Atlanta.

Midtown

Located at Penn Avenue and Myrtle Street, from Fourth to Eighth Streets, you'll find The Midtown Neighborhood Association is hosting its annual Bash on Halloween this year. The Halloween Bash, which is now a spooktacular block party, will allow the kiddies to party for two extra hours. The family can enjoy food, mysterious fun, and trick-or-treating during the extended time.

Find it: Start at Myrtle St. and Fourth St. in Atlanta.

a family sits down after trick or treating on Halloween to look at candy — iStock

Ashford Park Neighborhood

This neighborhood in Brookhaven, surrounding Ashford Park Elementary School, is known for its pedestrian-only Redding Road segment of Halloween revelry, but the streets near Redding Road equally embrace Halloween. The best news? Ashford Park, located at Redding Road and Caldwell Road, is known as the "push toy park" and is the perfect spot to calm an over-excited (or over-sugared) little one down before heading to the next house.

Find it: Start on Redding Rd. and Caldwell Rd. in Atlanta.

Virginia-Highland

Not far from Inman Park, you'll find elaborately decorated homes, sidewalks, and plenty of streetlights in Virginia Highland. Just steer clear of North Highland Ave. This particular neighborhood may be more geared toward older kids and adults. Some bars and restaurants celebrate Halloween, but it may be a bit scary for the tiny tikes.
Find it: Start at Barnett St. and Adair Ave. in Atlanta.

Inman Park Neighborhood

Inman Park is probably one of the best places to trick or treat. With streets of Victorian houses (not so spooky any other time of the year, but really—have you ever seen a haunted house that's not a Victorian?), Inman Park is the perfect backdrop for trick-or-treating. The neighborhood takes decorating for Halloween seriously, so expect some legitimately spooky displays, but it's a fun and safe environment suitable for some serious fun.

Find it: Start on Sinclair Ave. or Elizabeth St. in Atlanta.

Historic Brookhaven

While the homes in Historic Brookhaven are a bit more spread out, the streets in this beautiful neighborhood are easy to navigate and are filled with little trick-or-treaters every Halloween.

Find it: Start at East Brookhaven Dr. and East Club Ln. in Atlanta.

a group of kids in costumes is ready to go trick or treating with pumpkins in hand — iStock

Grant Park

This historic neighborhood in Atlanta has a bit of the Halloween flair year-round, with massive Victorians lining the streets. These (possibly haunted) homes go all out for trick-or-treating and are close together to maximize your candy and minimize your walking. The Atlanta Zoo is also nearby and a great place to trick or treat and have a howling good time. Kiddies can dress up as their favorite animals and hang out with them at the Boo at the Zoo. Don't forget you can also go ghost hunting and "Capture the Spirits" at the Oakland Cemetery.

Find it: Start at Cherokee Ave. and Atlanta Ave. in Atlanta.

Avondale Estates

Annually on Halloween night, the City of Avondale closes some of its streets, issues a detailed safety map for trick-or-treaters, and awards homeowners City of Avondale Estates Halloween Spirit Awards for best decorations, scariest, most creative, and best decor for kids. This year, a neighborhood parade will end with spooky treats, good eats, and ghostly fun!

Find it: Start on Clarendon Pl. in Avondale Estates.

Chastain Park Neighborhood

With streets that are closed to vehicles, food trucks, and even one of Atlanta's best playgrounds (in case the kiddos need a break from the action). The area is perfectly set up for the annual this neighborhood is prime trick-or-treat real estate.

Find it: Start at Broadland Rd. and Hillside Dr. in Atlanta.

Ride Here Now: McLaren Bike Park in San Francisco

by Kate LowethNovember 2, 2021

Bust out the bicycles and snap on the helmets at San Francisco first-ever bike park! Located in SF’s Excelsior neighborhood (near the Cow Palace), McLaren Bike Park has been a welcomed addition to both the neighborhood and the local cycling community. Scroll down to read more about what you can find there!

The History of McLaren Park

Almost ten years in the making, the just under half-acre McLaren Bike Park is packed full of fun for youth mountain bikers and BMX riders. The bike park took over a city parking lot in McLaren Park, across from San Francisco Unified School District’s Science Resource Center. This long-neglected spot was often full of trash and went unused by the neighboring community. The addition of the McLaren Bike Park brings a safe spot for kids to exercise and hone their bike riding skills.

Photo: McLaren Bike Park

The Pump Track

The inner section, called the pump track, includes dirt mounds and steeply-banked turns. Designed for intermediate to advanced riders, traffic on the pump track is multi-directional so riders need to be aware of their surroundings when riding there.

The Skills Trail

Surrounding the pump track is the skills trail loop. Here, riders from beginners on up can practice turns, braking and navigating other riders on the trail.

The Future

Currently the park is open for drop-in riding where staff will be available to provide free assistance with bike riding skills. In the spring, the SF Recreation and Park Department will offer programming on site including classes like Bike Park Etiquette – Introduction to Park Riding; Bike Park Basics – Introduction to Pump Tracks; and Bike Skill Building – Introduction to Riding Elements. In the summer of 2018 you can expect to find their bike camp taking up residence there.

This is just the beginning for McLaren Bike Park. The pump track and skills trail are phase one of the project that will add cycling trails to eight acres of the surrounding property.

McLaren Bike Park
2050 Sunnydale Ave.
San Francisco, CA
Online: mclarenbikepark.com

Photos courtesy of the author except where noted.

Want Your Kids to Sleep Longer? Here’s the Secret

by Karly WoodJuly 7, 2021

For a plethora of reasons, kids need all the sleep they can get. But trying to get your littles to find the R&R they need can be a challenge for parents.

In a new study by Stanford Medicine, researchers found a simple and effective way that children can snag an extra hour of sleep. Published in The Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine, the study found that at-risk children who participated in meditation gained more than an hour of sleep per night!

photo: iStock

So what did the meditation entail? Within the curriculum, more than 100 third and fifth-graders were trained to bring their attention to the present, practice yoga-based movements and learn exercise for deep breathing.

The coursework was taught twice a week for two years in elementary and middle schools within the study. Interestingly enough, despite the instructors not providing techniques to help sleep specifically, children within the study gained an average of 74 minutes of sleep per night.

While the results demonstrated a vast amount of data surrounding the topics of stress, meditation and sleep, the main takeaway is that the art of meditation can go a long way when it comes to preparing for bedtime. Not sure where to start? Check out this easy way to calm down before bedtime and these easy meditations for kids to get on your way to a peaceful bout of slumber.

To read all the important takeaways, you can read the entire study here.

––Karly Wood

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You Can Take a Selfie with Mickey Mouse Thanks to These New Snapchat Lenses

by Karly WoodMay 21, 2021

No one is more excited that theme parks are reopening than the Disney gang! In a fun new partnership, Snapchat is pairing up with the Disney PhotoPass Service to bring fans some amazing augmented reality experiences.

The next time you log into Snapchat, check out the new Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Lenses! The mice will appear next to you, interact and even share a hug.

Snag the new lenses over on the Disney PhotoPass Snapchat profile, and enjoy at home until Jun. 3. After that, they’ll only be available in the Snapchat app while at Walt Disney World Resort.

Snapchat and Disney are also working on even more photo experiences surrounding the 50th anniversary of the the Walt Disney World Resort. Guest can use the My Disney Experience app to add their fave Disney PhotoPass image and add it to Cinderella’s Castle with augmented reality. When you look through your camera lens, you’ll be able to see tons of special moments shared by fellow parkgoers.

Check back on the Disney Parks B/log for more fun Snapchat news in the future!

––Karly Wood

Feature photo: Courtesy of Disney Parks Blog

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Now You Can Grow Your Own Baby Yoda Thanks to Chia Pet

by Karly WoodMarch 5, 2021

Ch Ch Ch Chia! Now you can take your love of Baby Yoda to the next level with your very own chia pet.

Unveiled at the last year’s New York Toy Fair, the decorative planter inspired by the popular Disney+ series, The Mandalorian, features “The Child” situated in his hover pod. The Chia Pet can be found at Target and retails for $19.99.

photo: Target

As with all Chia Pets, simply follow the directions to prep the planter, spread on the seeds and soon Baby Yoda will soon be surrounded by greenery!

Want the whole collection? You can head to chiapet.com and snag a Chewbacca and Yoda planter, too!

—Karly Wood

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Eleanor Roosevelt Is Newest Barbie Doll in Inspiring Women Line

by Karly WoodMarch 3, 2021

Monday Mar. 8 is International Women’s Day and there is plenty to celebrate. In honor of the big day, Mattel has announced the newest doll to join the Inspiring Women series and it’s none other than First Lady of the United States, UN Spokesperson and human rights activist, Eleanor Roosevelt.

The Barbie Inspiring Women Series is all about showcasing historical and present-day role models who’ve made it possible for girls of today to reach their dreams. Roosevelt was known as the “First Lady of the World” for her efforts and dedication surrounding humanitarian efforts and was a champion on the topics of civil and economic rights.

The Eleanor Roosevelt doll joins those launched over the past year: Dr. Maya Angelou, Billie Jean King, Ella Fitzgerald, Florence Nightingale, Susan B. Anthony, Amelia Earhart, Katherine Johnson, Frida Kahlo, Rosa Parks and Sally Ride. The Inspiring Women doll can now be purchased at retailers ($29.99) nationwide beginning today, Mar. 3.

As if that wasn’t exciting enough, Mattel has also launched the “You Can Be Anything Virtual Series” which connects fans of Barbie with role models. The series starts Sat. Mar. 6 at 10:00 a.m. PST and will stream on Barbie’s Facebook and YouTube channels.

The series will consist of inspiring, interactive, and educational 15-30 minute live streams with female leaders and influencers such as Yara Shahidi and Adwoa Aboah, with new content airing weekly on Saturdays. The themes include:

- - Saturday, March 6th: Your Voice
  - Saturday, March 13th: Music & Dance
  - Saturday, March 20th: STEAM
  - Saturday, March 27th: Sports & Wellness

––Karly Wood

photos: Mattel

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This CA Park Denies Bigfoot Sighting & Sasquatches Our Dreams

by Karly WoodJanuary 19, 2021

Breaking news: the town of Eureka doesn’t have a Bigfoot. The Northern California town just issued a statement to inform visitors and residents that despite news websites distributing photos of a “primate-like” form in the 70-acre public preserve that is Sequoia Park, there is no Sasquatch roaming the forest.

In no small coincidence, the sighting allegedly occurred in the area where a canopy walk is being constructed. The photos supposedly show a Bigfoot-esque being on a platform 50 feet off the ground.

photo: iStock

The structure, part of the city’s Redwood Sky Walk which will open in the spring to connect the forest with the city’s zoo, will link tree platforms and is more than 100 feet high. Miles Slattery, city manager for the City of Eureka has encouraged visitors to “please avoid the area during the final construction phase to reduce the impacts on the park and zoo.”

Despite being a large park, Slattery also states that “none of our staff has reported anything.” The surrounding area of Willow Creek is no stranger to Sasquatch “sightings.” Known as the Bigfoot capital of the world, the term “Bigfoot” was coined there in the ’50s.

So Sasquatch fans, the search continues.

––Karly Wood

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It’s Beginning to Look a Lot like Distance for Christmas

By Krissy Dieruf

Tinybeans Voices Contributor

December 9, 2020

Photo: Robert Thiemann via Unsplash

It finally hit me, standing in Costco’s cooler aisle holding a giant container of cranberry jalapeno cream cheese. The creamy pink dip looked delicious, as all king-sized dips at Costco do. I pictured it in a festive bowl surrounded by various crackers, perfect for a holiday party. I could practically taste it as I lowered it into my cart. Then I froze, turned slowly, and put it back on the shelf. There will be no holiday parties this year. There will be no meat trays and cracker plates. There will be no Christmas as I have known Christmas to be my whole life. My family alone can’t eat an entire vat of spicy cream cheese, so there is no reason to bring it home. My heart breaks at the realization, and I watch it crumble into a million little pieces right there on the cement floor.

I push my cart away, a cloak of sorrow surrounding me as I go to find the massive bags of coffee, those I can inhale on my own. I throw two in my cart with a thud, wondering if anyone else around me is swallowing the same lump of grief. I couldn’t bring myself to look, though, fearing a scene out of a zombie movie, pale, lifeless, broken spirits slogging through the store. I checked out with nothing fancy or festive, no special treats or savory snacks for gatherings this year—boxes of orange chicken and bags of coffee the bulk of my purchase. Head down, choking back tears, I slip out the sliding glass doors.

I knew Christmas would be different this year, expected to pair down the celebrations. However, the impact of the reality hadn’t fully sunk in yet. When it did, it hurt like hell. I miss my friends. I miss my family. December usually consists of special brunches and cookie decorating days, gift exchange dinners, and holiday book club nights. I can live without all of that, but I never imagined I wouldn’t be with my extended family on Christmas. Alas, the coronavirus looms too large a threat for some high-risk members. Since my husband and I don’t want to make this one the last one with our parents and grandparents, we had to make some hard choices. My rebel self is screaming, do it anyway, don’t let that virus hold you back. You have to live your life. Everything will be fine. The community-minded part of me whispers, you have to think of others. It’s better to be safe than sorry. The third part of me, the scared part, imagines someone dying because it’s too hard to go without our traditions.

It is truly the most wonderful time of the year when we get to snuggle in living rooms sparkling with Christmas lights and shiny ornaments. I love watching the kids’ eyes light up as they unwrap presents and sneak candy canes under the tree. Sometimes I think I might die without these moments. I vacillate between anger and rage and sorrow and anger again. I force myself to think positive. To find the alternative joys of the season and reach beyond myself. It’s hard, requiring every ounce of grace in my bones, grace I have to summon from God to see the proverbial forest through the trees. This Christmas is going to hurt, but hold on. If we make it through, we’ll have many more Christmases to come.

The thing is, Christmas started with a little family all alone in a manger. Cast aside, afraid, nowhere to go, they hunkered down together in a stable, the animals their only company. The Holy Family welcomed Jesus into the world without cranberry jalapeno cream cheese. Without cooked ham or a fancy spread. He entered the world with nothing, the King of kings. Our savior. We give gifts on Christmas in the symbolism of gifts given to Jesus by The Three Wise Men. We see the wise men in pictures and hear of them in stories standing beside baby Jesus in the manger, presenting him with gold frankincense and myrrh. But the truth is that The Three Wise Men were not in the stable with Jesus at His birth. Biblical accounts portray their travel as taking several months at least, possibly even years.

So here’s what I’m thinking; maybe this Christmas we are like the wise men. We can’t be with the ones we love because we are still walking this long journey through a dry, lonely desert. We won’t get to the end exactly when we want. We won’t celebrate together on the specific day of Jesus’s birth, but we know the wait will be worth the time and trouble once we finally arrive. This year, we have to be strong and patient, trusting that the star of Bethlehem will light our paths, that God will show us the way. We will celebrate everything, have everything we want and need in time, and it will be wonderful. Our job is just to keep going, to focus on our blessings no matter how small they may seem, and find gratitude in the little things that hold us tight.

Christmas won’t look the same this year, likely mixed with grief and loss, sorrow and fear. Loneliness may linger in our hearts for the missing celebrations and distance between family and friends. But Jesus is with us always. And Christmas in July could be just as good. Maybe even better.

Krissy Dieruf

Tinybeans Voices Contributor

Krissy Dieruf is a licensed marriage and family therapist. She lives in Minnesota with her husband and three children, loves to sing and dance around the house and has a soft spot for rebels and crazy hair.

JuJuBe Set to Release Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Collaboration with Disney

by Jennifer SwartvagherOctober 20, 2020

It’s terrifyingly cute! The next limited edition Disney x JuJuBe line is inspired by Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas will be available Thurs., Oct. 22 at 4 p.m. PT. The spooky print is featured on JuJuBe’s diaper bags, backpacks, totes, pacifier pods and much more.

The Nightmare Before Christmas Lineup:

BFF mini BFF Bundle
Be Cool
Be Dapper
Be Light Plus
Be Packed
Be Quick
Be Right Back
Be Set
Changing Pad
Messenger Strap
Midi Plus Backpack
Paci Pod
Super Be Plus
Zealous Backpack

Find all your favorite characters like Jack Skellington, Sally, and Oogie Boogie shining in spectral silver on an inky black background as dark as Halloween night. Each character floats in frightful frames surrounded by other ghostly residents of Halloween from Scary Teddy to Lock, Shock and Barrel. You won’t find any tricks inside, just the treat of iconic Giant Snake mysteriously slithering on purple lining.

Jack and Sally meet again as their outlined heads form matte black zipper pulls that ghoulishly adorn the double-zippered bags and individually on the other select bags. The Nightmare Before Christmas print is sure to be every Disney fan’s dream come true.

—Jennifer Swartvagher

All photos courtesy of JuJuBe

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From ski chalets to cozy rentals by the ocean, these cabins near Portland have everything you need to make your winter vacation epic

Cabin on a Private Lake—Bend, OR

The Owl’s Nest—LaGrande, OR

The Lodge at Hills Creek—Oak Ridge, OR

Cozy Log Home—Mt. Hood, OR

Spacious Cabin in the Woods—Government Camp, OR

Little Beach Cabin—Manzanita, OR

Cannon Beach Life—Cannon Beach, OR

Waterfront Cabin—Washougal, WA

The Woodlands House—Sandy, OR

Cedar Creek Hideaway—Mt. Hood, OR

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