droolicious : family

Get a Leg Up with EZ Folding Step Stools in Your, Their Sizes

Aaron Burgess — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 15:30:00 GMT

Every kiddo needs a step stool -- and sometimes Mom and Dad do, too. Built to support up to 300 pounds, EZ Folding Step Stools come in two sizes (9" high for the little ones, 11.25" high for taller folks, both of which fold away neatly and include carry handles for easy storage and transport.

$21-$28 at Spoon Sisters.

Custom-Painted Peg Dolls: The New Family Portrait?

Aaron Burgess — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 14:30:00 GMT

Etsy shop Naked Peggies offers custom-painted wooden peg dolls in just about any style you can imagine (including unpainted for you crafties out there), but especially cool are the UnNaked Peggie families, which can be hand-painted to represent you and your brood.

Send in pics of the family (pets included if you have 'em), and Naked Peggies will send back a set of peg dolls to match -- check out this one, where the details extend all the way down to the Paul Frank tee on the little guy and the three-day stubble on Dad.

Sure, they can get a little pricey -- this particular set ran its family $55 -- but most of us probably won't use these as playthings. As a clever alternative to the typical family portrait, though, they look great.

Prices vary -- check out Naked Peggies' Etsy shop for details. [Bambino Goodies]

Easy Framing (Online, Of Course)

Erin Behan — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 19:34:00 GMT

The internet is really working for busy parents at a new site called Real Memories that makes framing family photos quick and easy. The concept is simple. Upload your digital photo to Real Memories, choose a size, a mat, a frame and you're done. (There are more than 2,000 frames and mats from which to choose, so it may take you a while.) Of course, you can also add details--varying openings, adding foil-stamping, etc. What I find nice about this site is that all the materials are top-notch as only non-glare, archival glass and acid-free mat board are used. As a former framer, I find that attention to detail reassuring, especially since the price starts at just $19. Now if only they would eliminate the chirping bird from their website!

Big Deal: Family Ornaments at The Paragon

Mir — Fri, 16 Nov 2007 18:03:00 GMT

What a perfect little memento for the new parents: This golden Family Ornament can be done with one or two parents and up to three children, and right now it's on clearance for just $2.99. Stuff it in a stocking or tie it on a gift. It's not exactly Waterford or Christopher Radko, but it's simple and the price is certainly right. (Psssst! Through November 30th, you can also use coupon code P7BCT to ship your order for free.)

HP TouchSmart PC: Computers Designed for Families

modmom — Tue, 12 Jun 2007 11:02:00 GMT

A computer screen that's okay for your kids to write on? Get in touch with technology + keep your family connected, organized + entertained with the HP TouchSmart PC. Touch the screen to get instant access to the internet, television, music, movies, photos, family schedules + information on your PC. It’s easy enough for the whole family to use. Manage your family’s schedule by updating calendar events + creating your choice of voice, written or typed messages. The 19" flat panel monitor space-saving all-in-one design looks great in any décor. ($1,849 here) See it live! Click here to watch the video!