Christine Lennon, Writer and Mom
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If you're a magazine junkie, then the name CHRISTINE LENNON must look mighty familiar. The L.A.-based writer's work shows up inside the biggest, glossiest magazines on the newsstand (think Marie Claire, Harper's Bazaar, Martha Stewart, and Elle Decor). But when she's not shooting the breeze with starlets, getting down to the interior design nitty-gritty, or trying to make sense of the latest beauty trends, the wife and mom is raising one seriously adorable family with style, substance, and just the right amount of fun (read: a lot).
Here, the 13 Non-Kiddie Kid Things that Christine Lennon's family totally loves,
i.e., everything that keeps her home kid-friendly and grown-up approved.
- 1
Castle and Things Embroidery
Her stuff is constantly selling out, but every time I log on I feel inspired to stitch my favorite song lyrics and hang them
on the wall of my kids' rooms. - 2
3 Rivers Archery Co. Junior Archery Set
Our kids had their first bow and arrow experience at day camp this summer and are currently obsessed (so far they've hit only targets, not squirrels).
- 3
Cable & Cotton String Lights
These build-your-own string lights make a cute over-the-bed decoration that's safe in earthquake territory (and everywhere else).
- 4
Kotobuki Bento Boxes
There are people who turn lunch boxes into mini food dioramas, carving tiny animals into radishes and whatnot. But I find that early morning lunch duty is made more fun (with zero effort) by using bento boxes.
- 5
Martha Stewart Crafts Neon Glitter
The only way to guarantee craft projects aren't lame.
- 6
Weck Jars
Over-sized weck jars are a necessity in any art-project obsessed house. We use ours to store pom-poms, glue sticks, googly eyes, you name it. I've also seen them used instead of gift wrap, chock full of small goodies like scented lip balm and tiny nail polishes for kids.
- 7
Karen Kimmel Pencil Case
I pop a few of these bags full of crayons, etc. in my carry-on and I swear they double as a cute clutch after I land.
- 8
Potted Store Truck Planter
This is a great baby gift for a boy, or a cool way to use worn-out, unloved dump trucks.
- 9
Three Potato Four Vintage Paper Packs
The random selection of vintage paper (checks from long-closed banks, raffle tickets, old business cards, rolodex cards) are great for pretend play, for making collages, or for one-of-a-kind gift cards.
- 10
Gigantic Beach Ball
I need to log an official complaint about how overwrought, labor-intensive and expensive kids' parties have become. One of these days, I'm just going to inflate a few enormous beach balls, toss them in the backyard, and call it a day.
- 11
Everything Here is Wonderful Map
I'm all for letting our kids know how good they have it. Tack one of these silk-screened maps from Best Made Co. serve as an effective reminder to be grateful.
- 12
Smallable Laurette Bureau
I am not altogether convinced that I need to consult the French for tips on how to bring up my "bébés," but I will hit them up for kid-room decor advice. These bold desks make me a little less anxious about the time when homework will take over our lives.
- 13
Romp Memory Box
I'm ordering of these beautiful memory boxes for my daughter (a serious pack rat) to keep. She will stash all of the notes and stray buttons anyway. May as well give her a gorgeous place to keep them.
