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Themed Restaurants Every LA Family Should Experience

Eating out with the kids doesn’t have to be a drag. There are some amazing themed restaurants around Los Angeles and they’re as big a feast for the eyes as they are for the tummies. We’ve searched high and low for the best of the best from pirate themed dinner adventures to magic filled brunches—it’s like a chose your own adventure, only you get to eat too. Check ‘em out below and don’t blame us if dining out becomes your family’s new favorite way to eat breakfast, lunch and dinner. photo: The Proud Bird Food Bazaar Best Themed Restaurants in LA for Kids: The Proud Bird Food Bazaar If your kid is into planes, then look no further than the...

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Best Christmas gifts for kids

It’s hard sometimes finding the balance between buying kids something that will encourage them to spend time in nature – and reflects well on you as a parent or family friend – and that which they will be over the moon to receive. We’ve scoured the internet to create this list of fantastic kids gifts that do both. Whether you’re looking for a larger present to ask Father Christmas to deliver, or some excellent stocking fillers, here is the BBC Countryfile Magazine pick of the best presents for nature-loving kids in 2021 to help you tick off the last of your shopping list. Still got some adults to buy for? You might like to check out our list of Best...

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A-Z of ‘Do Ahead’ Fete Stall Ideas

Holding a fete is a major event, with the workload and stress peaking in the week prior to the event. Anything that can be done ahead of time is good in terms of managing stress and work demands. Here is a list of fete stalls that can be prepped months ahead of time: Art  Whether you are asking your students/members to create their own masterpieces, creating collaborative pieces from each class or year group or seeking donations from local artists, art will store well in advance of your event. Prints can be made and framed and require little more effort in the lead-up to the big day. Badges Hire or purchase a badge-making machine, and pre-cut a range of funky fabric...

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Small and Large Concrete Interiors

We’re showing two ends of the size scale for industrial style concrete themed interiors here. Our first is a particularly large two story home with three double bedrooms to boast of, and a few colourful accent colours to brighten the mood. The other is a much smaller home with a single level studio apartment layout, and is tinted with a more muted colour palette. Both of these strong interior schemes feature raw grey concrete decor stretching across their walls and ceilings. Exposed ducting and electrical wires streak the rugged rooms. In contrast, the furniture is high-end with sleek edges and smooth finishes. Modern artwork and plants bring in personality and life. Designer: Guan Pin & UZ Interior Design   Photographer: Black...

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Momtrends MVP’S: The Best Maternity Clothing Essentials

For our latest Momtrends MVP'S baby gear edition, we rounded up some maternity clothing essentials like leggings, sweatpants, a t-shirt dress, jumpsuit and more!I remember being a little resistant to going all- in on a maternity wardrobe with my first pregnancy. I bristled at the thought of investing in a bunch of clothes I wouldn’t be able to wear after the baby was born.I ended up caving and getting some maternity essentials because my son happened to be a very large baby so the non-maternity maxis I lived in stopped being realistic at some point. Bwah!I also realized that comfort trumped all else. I still live by that creed. I may not need maternity clothing at the moment, but I...

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