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All of these fun printables can be downloaded from your computer. Most are PDFs, which require Adobe Reader. Most require a color printer (black & white in some cases), paper (cardstock or adhesive sheets mostly), scissors, and maybe tape or glue, and some look cute with ribbon or framed. All are FREE to print. Happy Thanksgiving! 12 Free Printable Thanksgiving Decorations Shown above: This printable vintage-style Pilgrim Placemat from draw!...

Personally, I’ve been plus-size all my life, so I’m no stranger to chubby girl struggles, backhanded compliments, and rude internet trolls. But what of my thinner friends? What’s it like for them? While I know that skinny shaming definitely exists — and that being a certain size doesn’t magically shield you from body image struggles — I wanted to really understand, and make known, some of the comments that you should NEVER say to a thin person....

Here are 12 times when larger brands were accused of copying indie brands. After a lot of back and forth, Zara finally admitted defeat. Its parent company, Inditex, stated that it had “suspended the relevant items from sale,” according to a statement Zara gave to The Cut about Bassen’s designs. “We are also currently investigating other allegations of illustrations used on badges provided by external suppliers on a case by case basis....

To take a trip down memory lane, I asked other book-loving moms about the stories they read as kids that hold a special place in their hearts. Feel free to share them with the kids in your life — or even reread them yourself! “Anne of Green Gables! Who didn’t want to run away to Canada and find a best friend after reading that?” — Sue T., Toledo, Ohio “The Harry Potter series — everyone should read these!...

So it turns out that sometimes even us best moms are totally wrong in our predictions about what our kids will remember most fondly. In my quest to see if my son is the only one with an unexpected favorite day, I asked some of my favorite mom friends to interview their kids to find out what was their most favorite day ever. The answers may surprise you (#11), make you laugh (#12) or even make you remember the importance of being in the moment (#3)....

More from CafeMom: 17 Surprising Facts About Pregnancy & Childbirth Water births are so beautiful. Each baby is pushed out into a warm pool of water, which mimics the experience of being the womb. So the birth experience is a little more gentle and the environment is a little more calm. Expectant moms love that they can be at home or surrounded by their loved ones, instead of in a hospital where it can feel a little more formal....

More from CafeMom: 24 Perfectly Tiny Tattoos That Can Be Covered or Shown at Will A basic lobe piercing will always look fantastic, but when paired with another on the ear or beyond, it takes on a new feel. A cluster of small, delicate piercings can lend an air of cool, tough-girl chic. Or simply bring attention to the face. So where to begin? Dermals? Tragus? The Double Helix? We explored the various lobe adornments and can safely report that there are many ways these piercings can look absolutely flawless....

It has been almost 30 years and I still remember my old substitute teacher, Mr. Morgan. He was the dream substitute teacher who arrived to my fourth grade classroom with a giant bag filled with candy. He quizzed us on different math problems and when we got questions right, he’d fling heaping handfuls of candy at the whole class. Needless to say, I remember that day as one of my best school days ever....

Brilliant parents share tons of smart hacks online for getting started with potty training and helping toddlers fall in love with the idea of using the big kid toilet. Whether it’s crafting a DIY urinal (yes, really — and it’s actually kind of a cute idea!) or enlisting some older siblings to help set a positive potty example for the youngest members of the family, there’s no end to the creativity of parents on a mission to potty train....

Now without a doubt, the early ’00s was a weird time for fashion. Not only was all-over denim, surfer-chic, and tacky monogram purses a major thing, but it also was just awkward period filled with regrettable after regrettable style fails (remember denim Britney and Justin?) that we’re all probably second-guessing now. So, if you’ve blocked out all your regrettable fashion choices you made back then, we don’t blame you at all....

More from CafeMom: Why I’ll Stop Arguing With My Daughter About Her Need to Be Pretty Aw, writing the Christmas letter to Santa. Has there ever been a more cherished tradition than sitting down and asking Mr. Claus for a new bike or skateboard to open on Christmas Day? Though we love the tradition, we have to admit that not every letter to Santa is one for the scrapbooks. Sometimes our kids unknowingly write the funniest WTF letters to Santa....

The best part about whimsical toast creations is you don’t have to be a skilled chef, as some recipes can be quite easy and uncomplicated for beginners. From fun peanut butter and strawberry bruschetta and kid-friendly funny face ideas to toasts you can pass off as gourmet and serve at a dinner party, here are 16 different ways you can easily give your toast a fun and exciting new look and taste....

It’s a gorgeous look on literally everyone, but you can have too much of a good thing. And chances are your Instagram feed is suffering for it. Switch it up by following these artists who like to color outside the lines… er, crease. Find her here. Look through her work here. Take a look at it here. You can find her here. Peep her account right here. Find her feed right here....

If you’re feeling stuck, feast on these 16 photos of perfect nape tattoos for inspiration. We love them all — don’t make us choose a fave! Images via tattoofilter.com More from The Stir: 21 Hip Tattoos That Are So Stunning, We Can’t Help But Stare (PHOTOS) More from The Stir: 25 Moth & Butterfly Tattoos So Enchanting You’ll Want One Too (PHOTOS) More from The Stir: 20 Meaningful Quotes That Look Lovely as Tattoos (PHOTOS) More frmo The Stir: 20 Nature Tattoos That Are Simply Magical (PHOTOS)...

So why am I sharing this roundup post of things to never ever Google, knowing full well that some readers are going to Google them anyway, and I will be the one to blame for any subsequent discomfort? Because I am a very, very, very bad person, that’s why. Go ahead. Keep reading … oh, brave ones … More from CafeMom: 10 Types of Moms to Unfriend Immediately Now that I’ve included that dire disclaimer, let me go ahead and assure everyone who’s still here that I am not including anything in this lineup that’s gory or insanely horrific....

In a country where curves are taboo, these girls are redefining beauty in an inspiring way. They’re ready to become the Ashley Grahams of Korea, and we are here for it! Gee-Yang, who is a size 14, is on the lower end of plus-size modeling in the United States, while in Korea she’s not even included in stores, much less seen as a model. “It has been a long time since I’ve shopped in Korea because there are not many sizes here I can try on," Gee-Yang said....

I have to confess: I thought I was the only one who had ever dumped someone because of a spelling error (true story, he wrote me a love note, but misspelled “sweet” and ended up saying I was “so sweat”). But then, I found my fellow picky people and now I totally feel justified. If you think you’re petty or picky when it comes to dating, then you need to see what these people have to say....

And while I’ve easily spent countless hours searching the web for my next tattoo – trust me, the possibilities are endless – I decided to look for designs that embody my Latin culture. From simple quotes to verses of poetry, we’ve rounded up 20 quote tattoos that will inspire you to get some ink in español. Warning: You might end up making an appointment at your local shop after seeing some of these (I know I am!...

If fanciful up and comers like August and Adelaide aren’t boldly old fashioned enough for you, these names might be just right. They aren’t shy. They are proudly, profoundly, over the hill names worn by generations past and now your little one. These names use a touch of frumpy to their advantage, balking at the lyrical modern choices that are mainstream. But they aren’t altogether unattractive. We think some of them may just show more life in the next years as people dig for name relics that show creative spirit and wisdom beyond their years....

Larger tattoos are most popular for underboobs, but if you’re intimidated by the size, the cost, or even the potential pain of bigger ink — there’s nothing wrong with getting something small and dainty. Here are 20 tattoos that show how perfect tinier designs are for underboobs.