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Yahoo
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
This ‘80s Childhood Favorite Is Making a Comeback and Millennial Parents are ‘So Ready'
This '80s Childhood Favorite Is Making a Comeback and Millennial Parents are 'So Ready' originally appeared on Parade. Ready to dive back into a sweet slice of childhood? Strawberry Shortcake, that beloved '80s icon, is making a delightful comeback, and millennial parents couldn't be more excited. This time, she's not just starring in reruns or vintage toys, but in a brand-new line of board books designed to charm a whole new generation of little readers. I'm not a parent, but I'm definitely going to gift these to all my favorite little ones this year! Set to launch this fall, the new Strawberry Shortcake books bring the classic characters and themes we all loved, like friendship, kindness and adventure, right into storytime. But there's a fun twist: one of the children's books features a scratch-and-sniff experience, a nostalgic nod to the original scented dolls that made the '80s so memorable. Imagine the joy of little fingers rubbing the pages, releasing sweet berry scents that transport parents and kids alike back to simpler, sunnier days. 🎬 SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox 🎬 The colorful illustrations showcase Strawberry Shortcake and her Berry Besties: Apple Dumplin', Orange Blossom, Lemon Meringue, Blueberry Muffin, Raspberry Tart and Lime Chiffon in all their charming glory, bringing the gang's signature sweetness to life in vivid detail. These new board books are a sensory celebration of friendship and fun that both kids and their parents can savor millennial parents (and older parents or grandparents), this comeback hits home in a big way. Many of them grew up with Strawberry Shortcake as a staple of their childhood, and now they get to pass on that magic to their own kids. It's the perfect blend of nostalgia and new memories in the making. The stories celebrate timeless values that resonate just as much today—being kind, supporting friends, and embracing what makes each of us special. This return is a heartfelt invitation for families to connect across generations. It's the kind of thing that turns ordinary bedtime into a special moment filled with stories that sparkle with sweetness and meaning. So get ready, parents! Strawberry Shortcake is officially coming back, berry sweet as ever, ready to charm your kids and bring a little '80s magic into your home once '80s Childhood Favorite Is Making a Comeback and Millennial Parents are 'So Ready' first appeared on Parade on Jun 26, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 26, 2025, where it first appeared.
Buzz Feed
17-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Buzz Feed
37 Very Cute Things For Your Home
An absorbent floral dish drying mat you can use under a dish rack or *as* the dish rack. The pretty design will look great next to your sink, under your pet's bowls, or by your espresso machine. Thanks to its absorption powers, coffee stains will disappear before your eyes. Itty-bitty, collapsible storage crates in soothing pastel colors to give your knickknacks the vinyl record treatment. Listen, you don't have to throw away your mountain of pilfered condiment packets, but they'd look a lot nicer in one of these. A set of toilet bolt caps when you're super serious about having a home that's chock-full of whimsy. Just unscrew the boring caps and screw these on in their place. A charming waterproof shelf liner to protect your fridge from stains and give it a little glow-up. Who knew the inside of a fridge could be And a roll of scented liners offering a wonderful sensory experience every time you pull out a drawer. The linens will smell good! The junk drawer will feel elevated! Your guests will be impressed by this extreme level of detail! A miniature Mid-Century LED fireplace for anyone who longs for a real Malm one, but knows they sadly don't have the room for it in their studio apartment. At least your mice can feel super cool! A set of ceramic apple knobs you might find in Apple Dumplin's home. Swapping out knobs is one of the easiest yet effective methods for sprucing up your home. And who doesn't want a fruit-themed kitchen? Speaking of fruit-themed kitchens, check out this strawberry kettle. Promising review: "I LOVE everything about these cute little cabinet knobs, and they're soooo easy to install — everything was right inside 😀" —Sheryl a set of 10 from Amazon for $14.99. And very, VERY cute bow-shaped brass knobs so even your furniture can get into the coquette trend. What's next, a pearl necklace for your bedpost? Ballet flats for your table legs? A velvet ottoman with fringe and gold trim that gives it a cute '70s look — like something Ryan Gosling might trip over in The Nice Guys. A flower-shaped dish brush so cute, you'll actually get excited to clean. Everything is going to be fresh as a daisy from here on out! A pretty tea cup set that looks like your mug is floating on a cloud. How delicate! How dreamy! Time to make an elaborate latte and take 100 photos of you drinking it. A ribbon bookmark so even the novel on your bedside table doubles as charming decor. It may even convince you to finally finish Ulysses. And a set of mushroom bookmarks because I know I'm not the only one who wants to live in a fairytale home. Since the silicone mushies are flexible, you can even pop them in the middle of your book to save your spot mid-page. A decorative tray with sweet gilded bows to turn even the cheapest of jewelry and cosmetics into something worthy of royalty. Yes, those rings turn your fingers green, but look at their fancy little home. A foldable sleeper chair for anyone who wants to feel like a lil' cherub snoozing in a cloud. The cozy corduroy lounger unfolds into a bed when you have guests or want to get horizontal. A set of a-meow-zing chair socks that ironically prevent scratches instead of creating them. Slip them onto your furniture legs to prevent scuffing or damage. When the lil' paws get dirty, just throw them in the wash. A helpful little mouse carrying a light for you — thank you, mouse! To show their appreciation, one reviewer even knit a little outfit for it. A darling strawberry vase you can fill with flowers, pens, kitchen tools — or, if you wanna go for realism, a leafy houseplant. A fruit tart bed because your little blueberry needs the perfect place to rest their head — a kiwi pillow! You gotta love pet products that double as decor. A 3D-printed miniature bookshelf bookend so you can have even more room for knickknacks. Personally, I would fill it with tiny books for an Xzibit-approved meta-decor move. A sad duck night-light ready to cheer you up — because at least you've never felt so down you've melted into the table. A mini ceramic bathtub complete with drainage holes you can use to hold your soap, sponge, houseplant, loose change, etc. Buy a bunch and *clean up* all your loose knickknacks. A paw-shaped chair cushion, because who doesn't want to be lovingly cradled in a kitten's paw? A "Gracula" garlic crusher that ironically helps you with one of the most tedious chores in the kitchen. Just throw in the peeled cloves, twist, and feel grateful you Let the Right One your kitchen. A hummingbird lamp with three brightness levels and a touch sensor that doubles as an aroma diffuser if you add 3–4 drops of essential oil to the top of its head. Name something that would make you feel more like Cinderella! A decorative seashell pillow giving dreamy '70s beach house vibes to your home. Even if you don't live near the water, this will bring you one step closer. A kitschy cherry toilet brush and matching shower curtain charms to make your bathroom feel like the sweetest place to be. Promising review (for the toilet brush): "Totally matched my cherry decor for my business' bathroom (art gallery). It made me laugh. It's art and a toilet brush! Not sure who else needs a toilet brush shaped like a cherry. Apparently, I did, though." —Rudy PPromising review (for the shower curtain charms: "I love how these look; they're absolutely adorable and make my shower look that much cuter!" —avoGet the toilet brush for $16.99 and 12 cherry charms for $14.59 from Amazon. A color-coded Cuisinart knife set that looks cute *and* helps you avoid cross-contamination at a quick glance. I would say this also saves time having to pull each knife out of the block to check the blade, but *obviously* you're going to have these on display. A hand-blown mushroom charm you can strategically place anywhere that needs a lil' extra something cute. Place 'em in your houseplant pots, on a bookshelf, or heck, even in your fridge. There are literally no rules. A gingham or pom-pom duvet set to bring some much-needed springtime fun to your bedroom. Reviewers love that the microfiber fabric is super soft and easy to wash. A set of rainbow wineglasses ensuring every guest can have their favorite long as they all have different favorite colors. If a fight breaks out for the green glass, be assured that — at less than $10 a glass — you can always buy a second set. An unbelievably cute tomato lamp so you can bathe your home in a saucy red glow. Reviewers say it's just as cute as the more expensive one you might've seen on Urban. Cottagecore linen curtains perfect for your open cabinets, above your kitchen sink, or anywhere that could use a little Oz magic (being hidden behind a curtain). A Lego cherry blossom kit for decor you can build yourself. The 430-piece set comes with everything you need to build two stems, and at less than $10, it's a steal compared to most Lego kits. And because you need somewhere to put your Lego creation: a vase shaped like a stack of dice that will roll its way into your heart and onto the coffee table. A fanciful mushroom kitchen timer, which is so much more endearing than using your phone or screaming at Alexa. It also has a glowing 4.5-star rating on Amazon, which is kinda unheard of for novelty timers. A sweet little fish who swims around in your humidifier tank, inhibiting the growth of buildup for up to 30 days. Now you can go longer between washes and maybe avoid the dreaded brown sludge that appears in some humidifiers.
