Looking for dye-free Easter egg decorating ideas this year? We’ve combed the web to find genius, non-smelly (no vinegar) Easter egg coloring ideas, and we found a bunch of unique ways to decorate. Using everything from tissue paper and Cool Whip to tempera paint and sprinkles, some are still messy (these are kids we’re dealing with, after all), and some are more like Easter crafts—and they’re all super fun.

When you’re done, check out our favorite Easter Bunny ideas, silly Easter jokes, the best Easter movies for kids, and fun Easter games

Elemental Easter Eggs

How gorgeous would these eggs look in a basket? Get the details from Momdot.

No-Dye Tie Dye Eggs

We love these vibrant eggs from A Little Pinch of Perfect. You’ll be amazed at how easy they are to make with items you have in the house.

Egg Ninjas

Check out these adorable ninja eggs from Ohoh Blog—they’re sure to be a hit with kids of all ages. You’ll just need some paint, toothpicks and a ribbon.

Disco Ball Easter Eggs

The Incredible Egg

Get your groove on with what has to be one of the sparkliest Easter egg decorating ideas we've seen. Since a craft blade is a required tool, this one is best for older kids or just parents who love to get crafty. Get the details from The Incredible Egg. 

Gold Decoupage Eggs

This Easter egg decorating idea from Sugar and Charm is pure gold. Using delicate gold leaf, the project requires some patience, but the results are worth the effort. There’s one of a simple bunny silhouette we especially love.

Whimsical Eggs

A crown made from baby’s breath adds a whimsical touch to these charming eggs crafted by Flax & Twine. Make them your own by adding different colorful buds to the crown or personalizing them with sweet faces.

Related: 12 Tasty Easter Treats Ideas You Can Easily Pull Off

Brush Pens

using markers is a creative Easter egg decorating idea
Color Made Happy

Create faux watercolor eggs by using brush pens, a little water, and a lot of imagination! These less-messy decorative ideas from Color Made Happy bypasses traditional dyes and lets your littles create one-of-a-kind works of art.

Cool Whip Eggs

easter egg decorating ideas without dye
Boulder Locavore

These dyed eggs use fluffy Cool Whip and food coloring to create an edible and kid-friendly craft. Simply swirl small amounts of food coloring into a tray of the whipped topping and roll eggs! Get all the details on this dye-free activity over at Boulder Locavore.

Temporary Tattoo Eggs

temporary tattoo eggs
Brit Co.

Temporary tattoos give the illusion of a hand-painted masterpiece, but we promise these awesome eggs only look time-consuming. Made in just minutes, they can feature anything from bugs to ballerinas or your kids' favorite superhero. The sky is the limit! Check out the how-to at Brit + Co.

Confetti Eggs

tissue paper eggs, easter egg decorating ideas
Brit Co.

Have a confetti party with this festive idea from Brit + Co. Kids can pick out their favorite colors of tissue paper, then brush the confetti on the eggs with a layer of Mod Podge. Sticky, but so worth it!

Sweet Sprinkled Easter Eggs

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Studio DIY

Covered in sprinkles, these eggs from Studio DIY are adorable. It might get a little messy, but it’s well worth the effort.

Related: 15 Perfect Easter Paper Crafts for Kids

Positive Eggfirmation Easter Eggs

The Incredible Egg

Uplifting phrases or quotes for Easter? Sounds perfect for this Spring holiday. Have your kids help you pick what you want to write on your Easter eggs, and then follow the simple instructions from The Incredible Egg. 

Bedazzled Beauties

Paper & Stitch via Momtastic

Adorn this year’s eggs with a little bling. Paper & Stitch used sparkling jewels and gems to create fun shapes and patterns in a variety of shimmering hues. Visit Momtastic for the how-to.

Wild Watercolors

watercolor easter eggs, non-dye easter egg decorating ideas
A Pumpkin and a Princess

The perfect project for even the youngest artist, we love these pastel eggs from A Pumpkin and a Princess. Whether you prefer a marbled look, ombré gradation, or a tie-dye effect (minus the dye), there’s no wrong way to decorate with watercolors.

Bunny Ears

make pipe cleaner bunny ears as an Easteer egg decorating idea
The Nerd’s Wife

With soft, pipe cleaner ears and sweet hand-drawn faces, these adorable rabbits are perfect for getting your little bunny ready for Easter. Consider dressing up these simple eggs by adding googly eyes or a pompom tail. Easy enough to make with your preschooler, learn how over at The Nerd’s Wife.

Emoji Eggs

Emoji eggs
Studio DIY

If no text message is complete without a yellow face to express your every thought and feeling, then you’ll love the Emoji Easter eggs designed by Studio DIY. Check out the steps for recreating your favorite emoticon, from winks to grimaces, express yourself with eggs this Easter.

Washi Tape Eggs

use washi tape when decorating Easter eggs
Lovely Indeed

What can't you create with washi? We are totally inspired by these gems from Lovely Indeed. Parents can cut the tape into different shapes, and tots can stick the pieces in whatever design they dream up.

Chicken Eggs

Ginger Snap Crafts

Keep things super simple (and super cute!) with this fun idea from Ginger Snap Crafts. Your budding artists will love drawing the chick faces onto their eggs.

Crayon Eggs

melted crayons on eggs, a creative Easter egg decorating idea
The Nerd's Wife

Use up those stubby bits of crayon by making these genius eggs from The Nerd's Wife. The heat from freshly boiled eggs melts the crayons into awesome abstract designs.

Glittery Eggs

Lil' Luna

Razzle dazzle just about everyone with these sparkly eggs from Lil' Luna. Kids will get a kick out of making the squiggly designs with glue and following up with glitter on top. 

Perfect Pastels

Paper & Stitch

Grab paint in springy colors to create vibrant eggs like these adorable ones from Paper & Stitch. Artsy kiddos will love channeling their inner Monet to make an Easter masterpiece.

LEGO Eggs

LEGO easter eggs
It’s Always Autumn

Little builders will get a kick out of this idea from It’s Always Autumn. It’s a mess-free method that creates adorable eggs.

Tea-Dyed Eggs

Yummy Mummy Kitchen

You don’t need neon food coloring to make wow-worthy eggs. Get inspired by Yummy Mummy Kitchen to loot your pantry for natural dyes.

Tissue Paper Eggs

Aunt Peaches

For a similar look to traditional dyed eggs without the crazy mess, try this cool idea from Aunt Peaches. The tissue paper turns the eggs into a rainbow of vibrant colors—it'll make your Easter table pop.

Flowered Eggs

painting flowers is a dye-free Easter egg decorating idea
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A little bit of paint, a tiny paintbrush, and a steady hand are what you'll need for this creative decorating idea. Five dabs of paint make one cheerful flower, and your kids can combine colors or make all the flowers the same. 

— with additional reporting by Taylor Clifton and Karly Wood

 

These creative shared bedroom ideas are perfect for families, whether it’s for big kids, babies, or a combination of the two.

Anyone who lives in a home with more bodies than they have space for knows all too well that shared rooms are just part of the deal (and sometimes all that clutter). But it turns out, that designing a space that makes everyone feel cozy and comfortable (and is good-looking to boot) is possible, no matter who’s sharing the bedroom. Here are six tips for tackling shared bedrooms and how you can replicate the look in your own home.

Shared Room Tip #1: Stack up the Beds

bunk beds are good shared bedroom ideas
Amazon

This triple bunk takes advantage of high ceilings (its height is almost 6.5′ high so this would work best in a room with 9′ ceilings or higher) and is the ultimate space saver when it comes to shared bedroom ideas for those with more than two kids (or for those with one kid who has loads of cousins and sleepover friends). Best part? Costing less than $500—it won’t break the bank. For more bunk bed inspo, check out our round-up of bunk beds that will have everyone fighting for the top bunk.

Shared Room Tip #2: Divide the Room

shared bedroom ideas
courtesy Kim Cornelison

Private yet together. This bedroom cleverly splits the bedroom with a privacy wall, complete with handy sconces and built-in storage. The wrap-around wallpaper helps unify the space.

Shared Room Tip #3: Get Creative with Double-Duty Furniture

If an entire wall build-out is out of the question, make double use of a headboard from both sides like this solution by Jennifer Wundrow Int. Design. It offers privacy much like the wall but is executed much less expensively. Bonus: Built-ins at the end of the bed provide extra storage space for books, a glass of water, and other bedtime must-needs.

Insider Tip: If you don’t have a headboard, you can add a bookcase and use it as the divider/headboard.

Related: Coolest Seat in the House: Kid’s Tables & Chairs That Fit Every Space & Style

Shared Room Tip #4: Mirror the Furniture

The graphic nature of these IKEA beds (yes! IKEA) helps make this bedroom look modern and roomy thanks to the tight color palette and minimal bedding. A battenboard wall adds a nice bespoke touch to the room without overwhelming the space.

Shared Room Tip #5: Take Advantage of High Ceilings

Photo by Barnes Vanze Architects, Inc.

Whether you have 9′ high ceilings and can fit a triple bunk bed in a room or have a loft-like space where a niche would work just right—utilizing otherwise wasted space, use high ceilings to your advantage when it comes to shared spaces.

Shared Room Tip #6: Make It Personal

If you are decorating a shared space, make sure to personalize each space for each kid. So whether you have a big kid and a baby sharing a room, a brother and sister, or any combination you choose, make sure that each kid’s bed space reflects them—it could be a favorite color bedspread or even their initials over the bed. Whatever you do, it’ll make the room feel cozier and possibly, make them love sharing a room even more.

 

 

Hoppy Easter, y’all! This year is bursting with Easter fun in and around Atlanta, from egg hunts to photos with The Bunny, brunches, blooms, and more. Keep reading for our favorite ways to spend Easter in Atlanta with kids, below.

Spend a Day in a Garden

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Botanical Garden of Georgia in Athens
The State Botanical Garden is a 313-acre preserve set aside by UGA in 1968 for the study and enjoyment of plants and nature. It contains a number of specialized theme gardens and collections, more than five miles of nature trails, and four major facilities, including a tropical conservatory. There is also a 2.5-acre, accessible children's garden that contains a variety of fun, immersive locations—including a chestnut tree house, fossil wall, giant water-misting mushrooms, vegetable garden, a replica of a North Georgia cave, and more—all designed to be learned from, crawled through and touched. Details can be found here.

Gibbs Gardens in Ball Ground
Spring is in the air at Gibbs Gardens with millions of golden daffodils covering rolling fields. Stroll along paths, traverse hills, and wander through the woods to experience more than 220 acres of specialty gardens, including the Japanese and Waterlily Gardens. All tickets must be purchased online, and reservations are not required. Here's more info.

Dye Eggs Naturally at Atlanta Botanical Garden
Certain plants contain powerful dyes that create stunning colors. Head to ABG in this interactive program to learn more about these plants and decorate three vibrant eggs. This annual program has been modified to meet best practices for health and safety during the pandemic. Please read the Garden's procedures before attending, which can be found on the website and here.

Visit Smith-Gilbert Gardens in Kennesaw
Smith-Gilbert Gardens is composed of serene woodland paths that showcase more than 3,000 species just minutes from Kennesaw Mountain. Unique plantings and fascinating elements such as The Rose Garden, Bonsai Exhibit and waterfall area delight the senses in this designated wildlife habitat. Smith-Gilbert Gardens is open Tuesday through Saturday. Before your trip, review the garden's COVID-19 precautions. Pre-purchased timed tickets are required. Want more info? Click here.

Brunch or Photos with the Bunny

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Easter Bunny Photos in Alpharetta
The Easter Bunny returns to the Boulevard this spring! Refresh your photos and create memorable moments with vibrant new images of the family alongside the Easter Bunny at Avalon. Sessions will be available April 7-16 on select days. Easter Bunny at Avalon is located in Boulevard East, between Biltong Bar and Jeni's Ice Creams and appointments are walk-ups only. Click here for more info.

Easter Brunch in Piedmont Park with Egg Hunt 
Experience a delightful brunch set up with Chef attended stations complete with all your brunch favorites overlooking the Midtown Skyline & Piedmont Park. Guests ages 12 and under will enjoy a special visit from the Easter Bunny. The Easter egg hunts begin at noon. Details can be found here.

Hop & Hunt Bunny Brunch at Milton's Cuisine & Cocktails
The Easter Bunny is visiting Milton’s two times this year on Sunday March 20th & March 27th and wants you and your family to hop on down for a delicious brunch, photo opportunity and egg hunt in Milton’s Garden Acre! We have brunch seatings from 10am-3pm both Sundays and egg hunts will be held at 11:30am, 1:00pm and 2:30pm. Here's the scoop.

 

Egg-citing Egg Hunts

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Attend the Acworth Egg Hunt
Join the City of Acworth and Freedom Church at the Acworth Egg Hunt at the Acworth Sports Complex baseball fields. Face masks are strongly encouraged. Please do not attend if you or your children are feeling unwell or exhibit cold or flu symptoms. Only one parent per child will be allowed on the egg hunt fields. The egg hunt is divided into five age groups. To mitigate crowd sizes and maintain social distance, hunts will occur in 30 minute increments to allow each age group time to clear the area. Hunts will alternate between fields. Here's all you need to know.

Hop-A-Long Scavenger Hunt at Avalon
Head to the Concierge to check-in and meet your special story book character scavenger hunt leaders. Then, hop down the Boulevard as you collect Easter egg clues to find the Easter Bunny and other special surprises. Contact Avalon Concierge for advance tickets, as they're limited. Find out more, here.

Easter Egg Hunt at Smith-Gilbert Gardens
Enjoy fun and games, stories and crafts, pictures with the Easter Bunny, and an egg hunt, then explore the gardens and visit the newly renovated Gift Shop and Art Gallery. Your family will make memories for a lifetime. Advance tickets are required. Here's the scoop.

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Whether you are a new mom, or a well-seasoned coraller of kids, a little extra support never hurt. Finding moms to turn to for advice and lean on as you make your way through all of the stages of motherhood is an important part of staying healthy, happy and top of your game for your kiddos. The following is a list of Portland moms groups offering local parents support. Read on to find out more.

Day Hike Moms
This is a Day Hike Group for moms and their children in the Portland area. This is a way to get out of the house, out of a rut, to explore nature with your kids and to become part of nature again. It is a great way to exercise, feel some serenity, and teach your children about what life is outside the city.

Jewish Moms 
Connecting Jewish Moms across Portland, to each other, to community events and to their Judaism. Members share  great activities, fun bargains, questions, events and outings that a Portland Jewish Mom would enjoy... especially in the rain!

Mamapedia
Mamapedia connects moms at every stage of their children's lives to compelling content from the source they trust most: other moms. Every day, moms turn to Mamapedia.com for advice on everything moms need: parenting, health, family, finance, pregnancy, nutrition, and travel; and on children of every age from infant to adult. Our vibrant local community network (formerly known as Mamasource) offers a place where moms can connect with each other in a supportive environment that serves as their very own local online moms group.

Portland Moms
This Facebook group is where fun, child loving, Portland area moms can share ideas and meet others. This is for the Portland mama looking to share kid-related tips, stories, deals, and adventures with other Portland parents.

Portland Mom Collective
Portland Mom Collective is a community — online and off — of women raising kids in the PDX area. The group is passionate about bringing moms together in a supportive community and encouraging you in your parenting journey.

Related: These Facebook Groups Keep Portland Parents Connected

 

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Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS)
MOPS is a place to find friendship, community, resources and support for you as a woman and mother so you're not alone. Moms have found community through MOPS for almost 40 years - MOPS is the mothering authority. MOPS holds and shares the collected wisdom of mothers and experts.

New Moms of Portland
New Moms of North Portland is a small group for new moms in and around North Portland that meets for support, play dates and to get out of the house and have fun. This group is a safe place to vent, share, ask for help, and support each other without judgement. Keeping the group small makes it easier to foster trust and build real friendships.

Oregon Moms
Whether you're a new mom searching for the best Oregon has to offer kids, or an experienced Oregon Mom who'd like to share some wisdom on raising kids in Oregon - Oregon Moms FB Group is the perfect tribe for you. Learn about fun places, events for families, and your candid, insightful input and reviews can be added.

Single Parents 
This group is for single parents of young children who would like to get together for regular play dates in Portland.

Portland-Area Working Moms
The purpose of this FB group is to provide a place for moms to discuss issues unique to working parents. Moms give each other support, input and advice on topics that working mom face in daily life.

The Portland Step Mom Facebook
The Portland Step Mom Facebook is a club for step moms to share experiences, difficulties and triumphs with other step moms in the Portland area.

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At Red Tricycle, there’s nothing that we love more than sharing fun finds with our readers, especially when they are the creative product of our former SF Bay Area Editor! Rachel Teichman has taken her skills honed at Red Tricycle to the bookshelves. Combining her love of writing and bagels, she has written B is for Bagel, an ABC book, and we know you are going to love it.

From Asiago to Za’atar, and “Everything” in between, B is for Bagel teaches the whole alphabet, while introducing children to traditional and innovative bagel flavors. Vibrant photographs of each life-size bagel make turning pages so much fun! 

Shake, splash and roll your way through this book, where unicorns and rainbows take their bagel form, and cream cheese knows no limits! Kids will love finding a new favorite bagel, while deciding if they like lox, whitefish salad or maybe just extra schmear. 

You can cover the whole alphabet while learning about a popular breakfast food. From A to Z,  there is definitely a bagel for you! And there are even two recipes to try together!

Rachel is working with partner publisher The Collective Book Studio, and is financing the project through her Kickstarter campaign which ends Thursday, September 2, at 9:59pm PDT. You can receive an early signed copy of the book starting with a $25 contribution. There are also many other fabulous rewards available including photo prints, bagel confetti and even rainbow bagel chips.

Rachel lives in Houston and shares this about supporting Easter Seals there: “We are so proud to announce our partnership with The Caroline School at Easter Seals Greater Houston. We have added a new $75 reward level which gives you one book, and lets you donate one book to The Caroline School.”

Grab your bagel and coffee and let’s support this literary mama!

Online: kickstarter.com/projects/bisforbagel/b-is-for-bagel-book

—Kate Loweth

Mira from Disney Junior’s hit series Mira, Royal Detective is all about sharing the heritage and vibrant culture of her Indian-inspired kingdom. In this exclusive first-look short, she’s sharing the ins and outs of Holi, the “Festival of Colors.”

Debuting on Sunday, Mar. 21 on Disney Junior. YouTube, Mira is joined by her mongoose pals, Mikku and Chikku in the newest installment of the short-form series “We’re on the Case.” Viewers will learn all about Holi and how it’s celebrated in the Indian culture.

If you love Mira, you can also catch an entire Holi-themed episode on Mira, Royal Detective. Follow along as Mira tracks colorful clues to save the town’s Holi Festival. The episode premieres Sat., Mar. 27 at 11:00 a.m., ET/PT on Disney Junior.

––Karly Wood

Feature photo: Courtesy of Disney General Entertainment Content

 

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Did you know that February was “National Kindness Month?” With a little research (we are librarians!), we discovered that February 17th is designated “Random Acts of Kindness Day” in several countries, including ours. We are librarians and also teachers, so naturally we embrace any opportunity to promote kindness—whether random or well-planned—and are delighted to promote a month of kindness!

It is in that spirit that we curated this month’s selection of books. All six of our selections promote kindness—and related qualities like thoughtfulness, generosity, and empathy but do so in a way that is subtle, not dogmatic. The character education lessons are wrapped in memorable stories about interesting characters, unusual partnerships (a snail and a whale!), and challenging situations—often overcome with help from friends and their acts of kindness. The heroes of our February stories—a Syrian ambulance driver, a track coach, an oak tree—are ordinary in most ways except in their capacity to promote kindness.

Our recommended stories also highlight the fact that qualities like empathy, courage, and self-knowledge are not fixed or finite in any of us—but rather learned (and renewable) resources. In life, as in these stories, even good people, challenged by circumstance or past action, are sometimes unkind and cowardly, are sometimes bystanders when they could have been upstanders. But with self-knowledge that comes from experience—and some productive struggle—we all have a nearly infinite capacity to build our empathy muscle and renew our reservoirs of courage.

The richly crafted stories we are recommending will provide your children with hours of reading enjoyment and positive role models. Among the many books that celebrate kindness, here are our favorites:

Grades Kindergarten to Second

Love, Z written & illustrated by Jessie Sima
While out looking for adventure, a young robot named Z finds a message in a bottle signed “Love, Beatrice”. What is love? And who is Beatrice? Those two words are enough to pique Z’s curiosity. Unable to get an answer from the other robots, Z leaves to embark on an adventure to find Beatrice and learn about love. It is on this journey that he learns the powerful meaning of those four simple letters and discovers that what he has been seeking was closer than he realized.

The Snail and the Whale written by Julia Donaldson, illustrated by Axel Scheffler
This is the tale of a tiny snail who dreams to see the world, so she hitches a ride on a humpback whale. Children will love the vibrant art of their journey together past icebergs, jungles, and caves. The story provides the suggestion that brilliant friendships do not necessarily have to be between two similar individuals. The two characters are brought together, and help each other with their differences, not similarities.

Grades 3-4

The Cat Man of Aleppo written by Irene Latham & Karim Shamsi-Basha, illustrated by Yuko Shimizu
This is the story about a kindhearted ambulance driver from Syria named Alaa. Alaa lives in the city of Aleppo and he loves everything about his city from the vibrant bazaars to the kind, gentle people. One day, a terrible thing happened and many people had to flee Aleppo. Alaa decided to stay and look after the injured people, abandoned cats, and other animals. His love and kindness soon spread and today he is known worldwide as the Cat Man of Aleppo.

Smile written & illustrated by Raina Telgemeier
The first in a series of insightful graphic novels about the trials and tribulations of childhood relationships. When Raina trips and smashes her two front teeth, she embarks on a long, embarrassing journey of dental treatments. Fitting in at school is hard enough, but this sweet, funny book will encourage kids to believe they can get through troubled times with the help of their true friends and a little bit of kindness.

Grades 5-8

Wishtree written by Katherine Applegate
This is a beautiful and touching story about nature and friendship. Red, an old oak tree, watches over the neighborhood and the many animals that live in its branches. For decades, the tree has been known as the “wish tree,” where each year people tie their wishes written on strips of cloth, giving Red a special place in the community. One day a new family moves in and they aren’t exactly welcomed with open arms. Red does what any wise, kind old tree would do, and decides to intervene.

Ghost written by Jason Reynolds
Castle “Ghost” Crenshaw is on his way to becoming a track star, but can he run fast enough to put his past behind? This book is full of complicated characters, difficult decisions, and opportunities to ask, “What is the right thing to do when you’re being bullied?”  Ghost perfectly depicts the challenges kids face on and off the field. Ghost shows them how to face those challenges in an approachable way, and features diverse characters with whom kids can directly relate

Keira Pride is the Head Librarian at Stratford School, the leading independent private school founded with a vision of creating a unique, multi-dimensional, educational foundation for children. As Stratford's Head Librarian, she manages the library services department across campuses throughout Northern and Southern California. 

Why suffer through meal time with boring plates and bowls when you can liven up your place settings with Disney dinnerware? Corelle has curated some of the best and brightest icons from the Mickey Mouse and Star Wars franchises to bring diners fun new options.

Want to share a meal with Mickey? Or perhaps serve some Baby Yoda-inspired apps? Corelle’s lineup of magical and galactic plates and bowls is just the ticket. Keep scrolling to see our faves.

12-pc Dinnerware Set: Mickey Mouse - The True Original

You get everything you need in this adorable set $80, including dinner plates, appetizer/salad plates and bowls. The set boasts adorable Mickey images in vibrant colors that are equally fun and functional.

 

Corelle 6.75" Appetizer Plates: Star Wars

The entire gang is here with Corelle's Star Wars line. Not only can you get 4- ($25) and 8-count appetizer plates ($40) but you can get salad plates, too! ($45 but currently sold out) The set is dishwasher and microwave safe and is chip resistant.

6.75" Appetizer Plate: Star Wars- The Child, 4-pack

While they're technically appetizer plates, we think these The Child ($25) plates make a great kid-sized option, too! They are light weight which makes handling them a breeze, and they stack up easily, taking up less space than a traditional plate.

 

––Karly Wood

All photos: Courtesy of Corelle

 

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Mars Wrigley and the company’s beloved M&M’S brand just brought the sweet taste of candy-coated chocolate to Walt Disney World Resort’s Disney Springs.

The new 10,000 square foot experiential M&M’S store features a “Wall of Chocolate,” M&M’S character moments and the chance to mix up your own batch of custom candies. Along with all the candy your kiddos (and the rest of the family) can eat, you can also snag M&M’S-themed merch, such as apparel and mugs at the Disney Springs store.

photo courtesy of PRNewsfoto/Mars, Incorporated

Patrick McIntyre, Director of Global Retail at Mars Retail Group said in a press release, “The biggest brands create the best moments in some of the world’s best places.” McIntyre added, “M&M’S brings more smiles across generations and connects people around the world. Choosing culturally vibrant locations for our new stores is key to Mars Wrigley’s retail expansion strategy to delight our valued consumers, and Disney Springs is the perfect backdrop for the most popular confectionery in the world.”

Don’t worry if you won’t get a chance to browse the store’a aisles IRL right now. If a trip to Walt Disney World isn’t in your near-future, check out the store’s virtual tour experience. Visit MMS.com to “walk” through and shop the candy-covered retailer.

—Erica Loop

 

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A study conducted in late 2020 revealed that Americans spend an average of 23 hours and 36 minutes on cleaning and housework each month—and as moms, we think that number is conservative (raise your hand if your post-bedtime routine is spent doing dishes and picking up toys). While cleaning may never truly go away, Hello Bello is trying to make cleaning and tidying up just a tad bit more…dare we say…enjoyable. They just released a brand-new plant-based cleaning line whose vibrant packaging, environmentally-friendly design and pleasant scents will hopefully make cleaning feel like less of a chore. Read on for all the details.

Hello Bello’s plant-based cleaning line includes three products: a Glass Cleaner, Multi-Surface Cleaner and Wood and Floor Cleaner. You’ll love that each product comes in a reusable bottle and interchangeable scent pods. When you’re ready to clean (or you’ve run out of solution), simply add water to the reusable bottle, load your scented pod and shake. And, you’re good to go!

The entire line is plant-based and made without synthetic fragrances or dyes, bleach, ammonia, MIT & BIT, gluten or phosphate. Plus, Hello Bello’s reusable bottles results in a 90% smaller carbon footprint and 80% plastic use reduction.

The 3-Pack Cleaning Starter Kit is available in lemongrass sage and cucumber scenes and retails for $24.98. If you’re already a Hello Bello subscriber, the starter kit can be added to existing or new diaper bundles.

Online at hellobello.com

—Erin Lem

photos: Hello Bello

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