Do You Cook Now That You Have Kids?


Updated 08/05/11 8:23 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 3 comments

Learning to Cook After Having a Baby

Decades ago, women were expected to be masters of domestic trades — like cooking and baking. Many women today don't know how to cook or choose not to on a regular basis. Then they have children and their lil ones arouse an awareness of health and nutrition that may have been dormant pre-baby. Moms want their kids to be healthy, eat right and exercise. And a growing number of studies show that Read more

The Children's Table: Generations of Seating Arrangements


Updated 12/05/10 7:42 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

The Children's Table

For generations, the youngest members of a family were booted from the dinner table when there was a shortage of space at holiday gatherings. The kids would end up eating in a makeshift space — sitting in kitchen drawers, at a card table, out on the porch or on stairs — (even after they came of age) waiting for a family member to move, divorce, or die so the "child" could secure a sacred Read more

Enter to Win $1,000 to HomeGoods! Our Children’s Tablescape Giveaway Ends Tomorrow


Updated 12/01/10 3:40 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 16 comments

Enter to Win $1,000 From HomeGoods and LilSugar!

This holiday season is all about the children's table! Spending a bit of time to create an attractive tablescape that will encourage kids to sit through the meal so mom can eat too is worth the effort. In the last month, we've showcased four fabulous designs on LilSugar. Two were created by Bob and Cortney Novogratz of SIXX Design and we created two of our own. Test your knowledge by taking Read more

Creative Interaction: The Art of Getting Kids to Sit at the Holiday Table


Updated 09/01/11 1:15 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Arts and Crafts Children's Table Design

Feed your children's bellies and their creativity with an interactive tablescape that will have them glued to their seats during holiday dinner. Inspired by Bob and Cortney Novogratz's kiddie tables, I planned this design as a blank canvas to inspire kids to open their mouths to eat and their minds to create! See my step-by-step guide to creating this whimsical look! If your fete is fancy, see my Read more

Sweeten the Holidays With a Shirley Temple Children's Table


Updated 11/23/10 2:15 PM · Posted by · 5 comments

Pictures of Shirley Temple Children's Table

Life doesn't get much sweeter than sipping on a Shirley Temple! Break out the grenadine and set your children up with a tablescape that will keep them seated during holiday dinner. Inspired by Bob and Cortney Novogratz's kiddie tables, I planned a decadent design to play on a tot's sweet tooth. See my step-by-step guide to creating this maraschino cherry colored look! And, head over to Read more

Decorate Your Holiday Children's Table With DwellStudio Mats


Updated 11/05/10 11:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

DwellStudio Partners With Modern Twist For Color-On Place Mats For Kids

Set your holiday children's table with a take-home present for each tot! The folks over at DwellStudio have recognized the genius of Modern Twist's color-on place mats and partnered up with them for a line of tot-geared mats that will debut in December. From a pink wide-line bird design (ideal for kiddos who have trouble keeping markers between tight lines) to a bold green cityscape that leaves a Read more

Delilicious: Hot Chocolate on a Stick


Updated 01/19/10 1:39 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Delilicious: Hot Chocolate on a Stick

This post comes from our group The Children's Table from member Angelica. I recently attended a festive holiday cookie swap and was delighted by a creative treat contribution that's bound to please any mini eater: hot chocolate on a stick. The creator melted chocolate, poured it into an ice try, impaled the chocolate bits with a Popsicle stick and let it set. He made little labels that instruct Read more

Will the Children Give Thanks at a Kiddie Table?


Updated 11/25/09 4:05 AM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Will the Children Give Thanks at a Kiddie Table?

The children's table is a time honored holiday tradition for many families, born from the notion that adults will enjoy more stimulating dinner conversation and space with the children tucked away, and the lil ones will bond with their cousins and other wee folks at their own kiddie table. Will your children enjoy Turkey Day at a tot table? Share the your holiday recipes for children at The Read more