Hip Finds

Below you will find a few of our favorite finds, however, don't miss The Hip Homemaker Shared Blog, a collaborative blog by a large variety of homemakers from all backgrounds, where you will find frequent updates of our favorites finds, tips, free downloads, giveaways, etc.!

If you have a hip find to share with us, we would love to feature it! Contact The Hip Homemaker here... and be sure to include where we can find one for ourselves!

Hip Finds Archives:

June 2008:

Cupcake Cuddles
By Laurie, Owner, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"Your baby means the world to you and deserves to be swaddled in the very best. This is why we are thrilled to bring to you, dear Hip Homemakers, our favorite online baby boutique, Cupcake Cuddles."... [Read More]

Fairly New "Modest Clothing" Magazines
By Rachel, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"I've been intrigued over about the past ten years or so to see what seems to be an increased interest in access to a bigger variety of "modest" clothing, and advice on where to find it."... [Read More]

TypeRacer
By Brandi, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"This site lets you "race" other people by typing lines from movies, books, and songs. I am so addicted right now. You can also have a private race with your friends by sending them a code or link."... [Read More]

Simple & Enchanting and Beautiful
By Debra, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"For all you women who may be interested in "interesting mom products," you may want to check out the blog Simple Reviews... And recently, they reviewed (and raved about) a product made by someone I know. I haven't yet tested the shampoo & conditioner, but I have sampled the wonderful (and natural, which is even more wonderful) lotions made by the company, Enchanting and Beautiful."... [Read More]

Free Printable Owl Envelopes
By Laurie, Owner, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"We found this darling printable owl envelope over at Rubbergob! Head on over there for printing directions and to check out the rest of their chic crafting blog."... [Read More]

Rustico Leather Products
By Laurie, Owner, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"If you are looking for a unique gift, Rustico offers the most sophisticated options in handcrafted leather products!"... [Read More]

Quick and Efficient Way to Fold Laundry, the Chinese Way!
By Anita, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"I came across this video some time ago and ever since then it's how I've folded all our shirts. It works a lot better on men's shirts than on women's, which are more curvy."... [Read More]

Recycled Denim Fiesta Skirt Tutorial
By Beth, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"I love this tutorial from Crafty Daisies and I am sure to find the perfect pair of pants to try this with when I clean out my daughter's closet next week. Recycled Denim Fiesta Skirt: A Tutorial"... [Read More]

Children's Books
By Daisy Paige, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"One of my favorite things to do is read to Grayson while I'm feeding him. I feel like it creates an even deeper bond between us, as well as benefits his mental and language development. I have accumulated a very small collection of children's books over the years and they currently sit on the bookshelf in his bedroom."... [Read More]

I Thought This Was Awesome!
By Lauren, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"Plus, it saves money on having to buy clips that break all the time!"... [Read More]

Online Children's Journals
By Daisy Paige, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"I stumbled across a website I really like last week. Kidmondo is still a baby, as it was only publicly launched in April, but it's a wonderful site for sharing your children's growth, 'big news', pictures, videos, and stories with friends and family."... [Read More]

Great Find!
By Katie, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"My black Artisan is already pretty dang pimp. But can you imagine the PIMP FACTOR of a black kitchen aid mixer with flames?"... [Read More]

Digital Scrapbooking
By Amy, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"If you are a digital scrapbooker, or want to start, check out the 50% off sale at PeppermintCreative.com. For 5 days only, save 50% off their 50 best selling products of all time. (sale ends Friday, June 20th at midnight EST)"... [Read More]

Summer Retention
By Beth, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"My daughter and I spent the summer between kindergarten and first grade doing virtually nothing. It never occurred to me to help her retain her math and reading skills, but then, when she started first grade, she struggled."... [Read More]

Turquoise Flower Earrings
By Laurie, Owner, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"I recently purchased these earrings from Lisa's Etsy shop, and let me tell you, I am in love!"... [Read More]

Cooking Vegan
By Missi, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"So this year I decided to become a vegan. While I am very excited about this decision, others (mostly my mom) are concerned about how I will raise/feed my children with this lifestyle."... [Read More]

Facebook for "Grownups"
By Rachel, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"It's no longer just for college students..."... [Read More]

May 2008:

Flat Belly Foods
By Amy, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"Ok, so I'm not so sure that we'll all get flat bellies in time for swimsuit season by eating these foods, but eating healthy is always a good idea, so I thought I'd share this article from Prevention Magazine."... [Read More]

Why Pay Sticker Price Again...
By Korie, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"When you can get a great deal... If you have Triple A or a Costco membership you can go directly to them and let them know you are interested in buying a new vehicle."... [Read More]

How Much Will it Cost to Drive to...
By Amy, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"Have you heard about the AAA Fuel Cost Calculator? I hadn't, so I thought I'd share this handy little gadget with you."... [Read More]

Downloading Free Music Online
By Laurie, Owner, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"...A quick search of free music downloads yields overwhelming results, but one must still be careful in downloading anything copyrighted on the internet without permission. So to be safe, here are a few tips to finding free mp3s online."... [Read More]

Free Reading
By Debra, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"If any of you are like me, you like to read books. I found out about this site where you can read books by email or RSS. I am so excited to get started here & thought you might like it as well. :)"... [Read More]

Popsicles and Cupcakes
By Beth, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"I just saw these fun pans featured at Ohdeedoh, and all I have to say is, who wouldn't want to make cookie Popsicles and cupcake ice cream cones? I am thinking this is a must have for the summer."... [Read More]

FREE pictures plus an 8x8 photo book!
By Daisy Paige, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"For a limited time, Artscow.com is offering new registrants 200 free 4x6 prints, 200 free 5x7 prints, and 1 free 8x8 photo book! But once they reach their targeted number of new customers, the freebies disappear, so you need to register now!"... [Read More]

Twilight in HD
By Lauren, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
Lauren found the latest trailer for the much-anticipated novel-to-big-screen Twilight by Stephenie Meyer!... [Read More]

DIY: Embossed Wall
By Beth, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"Wall embossing is a technique a friend taught me. What to emboss your own wall? Well, today is your lucky day!"... [Read More]

April 2008:

Product Review: Oxiclean Baby
By Daisy Paige, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"Ladies, if you're anything like me, you may have found yourself in a laundry nightmare after your first little one arrived. Not only did I find myself doing load after load of laundry, but I wasn't drying some of it because I didn't want any stains to set in. Let me tell you, it became quite the juggling act."... [Read More]

Storage Solutions
By Beth, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"Ohdeedoh, a design blog focused around children, just posted the winners to their "Now You See it, Now You Don't" storage solutions contest."... [Read More]

Mark Your Calendars
By Laurie, Owner, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"On April 30th, stop by your local Baskin Robbins ice cream store inbetween the hours of 5:00 to 10:00 pm to participate in the annual 31 Cent Scoop Night, benefiting The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation. There is also opportunity to donate a little more if you so wish."... [Read More]

Hulu.com
By Laurie, Owner, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"In the past week, I have seen at least ten personal blogs talk about their new obsession with Hulu.com."... [Read More]

Wonder of Wonders, Miracle of Miracles
By Lauren, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"So, I've fallen in love with the command Picture Hanging Strips."... [Read More]

Tracking Cycles
By Debra, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"I don't know how many of you track your cycles and for what reason, but I was hoping I could do so via the Internet and stumbled across My Monthly Cycles during that search."... [Read More]

March 2008:

How to Make a Button
By Beth, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"This is a great instructional video on how to make a button."... [Read More]

Do we Really Have to Grow Up?
By Darci, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"...But, last night I was acting as if I was 12 and hanging out with my girlfriends. My sister bought a video game of American Idol. I love to sing, so why not at least try it one time. I did the same with guitar hero - once was enough for me on that one. But this time it was different. I started singing and couldn't stop!"... [Read More]

On a Diet?
By Lauren, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"Trying to lose weight? Then make a blog about it! I've made a new blog about my weight loss journey. And I've found that it's one of the biggest motivations I've had in a really really long time!"... [Read More]

Pricked: Extreme Embroidery
By Beth, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"Pricked: Extreme Embroidery is currently being displayed at the Museum of Art and Design in New York. It highlights embroidery artists who take a less than traditional view of this traditional art."... [Read More]

Polyvore
By Senja, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"Oh my gosh! This might be my favourite game from now on. Polyvore gives you a huge variety of clothes & accessories which you can combine together and create thousands of outfits. Now all these should just start shipping to Europe."... [Read More]

Scrapbook Organization from Two Peas in a Bucket
By Korie, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"I ordered some things from http://twopeasinabucket.com/ since they were having a sale on everything organizational... I decided to get a making memories desktop organizer (see picture #3)"... [Read More]

Vintage Buttons
By Beth, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"I began collecting vintage buttons quite by accident. However, now that I have them, I can't imagine crafting with out them."... [Read More]

Blog Books
By Brandi, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"For those of you who have been using your blog as a form of journaling and would like something a little more stylish than a printed stack of paper put into a 3 ring binder... This company will turn your blog into a very pretty customized book."... [Read More]

Test Your Geography Skills
By Brandi, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"How many countries can you name in 5 minutes?"... [Read More]

Knitting Books
By Beth, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"I love knitting. In fact, I have to set aside a specific time for my knitting. If I didn't I'd sit in the corner all day and knit. I'd become so engrossed I would forget to feed and clothe my children. Social workers would be pounding on my door as I yelled, "Just let me finish this row!" I am an addict. As an addict I am going to tell you about three knitting books I am currently pouring over."... [Read More]

America vs. Europe
By Senja, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"...I once heard that Old Navy is not very popular in the States but they do have some cute summer shoes and clutches that I would order in a heartbeat."... [Read More]

How Fast do YOU Type?
By Lauren, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"Type test" [Read More]

DON'T do the Hustle (doo doo doo doo)
By Kipluck, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"...They all "live" at Avocadolite Farm as does the second most dangerous thing to productivity since Scrabulous, for which I can blame the HILARIOUS Chris Leavins of Cute with Chris for hooking me on. (Dude, I LOVE CwC so much. SIGH!) It is a Bejeweled-like game called Farm Hustle. It is, mind you, MINDLESS. And yet... somehow it compels me to play almost daily, not unlike my OTHER Crack, Scrabulous."... [Read More]

Matte Art
By Senja, Editor, The Hip Homemaker Blog
"I came across this artist Matte Stephens which I fell in love with immediately. These are my favourites:"... [Read More]

February 2008:

Women & Money by Suze Orman
A must-read for EVERY woman. I strongly urge you to check out this book today.

January 2008:

Skinny Songs
A CD written by Heidi Roizen with motivational songs to inspire and get you excited about losing weight and making it to the gym!

Vintage Hems
Slips that are meant to be seen! Update your wardrobe with these gorgeous slips that peek out underneath your skirt. You will be amazed at how many styles you can mix and match with your wardrobe!

December 2007:

Battery Rack with Tester
A must-have in your home, especially if you have kids! This battery rack will keep you organized and make sure that you are never again searching for fresh batteries!

November 2007:

The Grower's Box
The Grower's Box is now offering wholesale Christmas trees and wreaths delivered directly to your door, FRESH from the farm! Perfect for those who don't want to schlep a Christmas tree from the tree lot, especially those living in apartments in large cities. Ease and convenience coupled with the very best trees and flowers, you will love The Grower's Box.

Aveda Holiday Gift Sets
Every year Aveda launches a new line of gift sets, each helping a specific cause around the world. Check out these unique gifts sure to warm the hearts of the people you love.

October 2007:

Sit 'N' Stroll
Angelica shares with us a new product that will make all types of travel with your young child a breeze! A must-have for all frequent travelers!

Deceptively Delicious by Jessica Seinfeld
We LOVE Jessica Seinfeld's new cookbook Deceptively Delicious. Click to read more about it!