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Thursday 05 November

Bowling night

Wooden bowling play setEver since we got a Nintendo Wii, my kids have been hooked on bowling. Okay, try completely obsessed. But I figured instead of having them beg to play the virtual version every day, they could do the real thing right at home. ...

Wednesday 04 November

Falling for Fall Leaves - CMP does etsy

Fall is my favorite time of year because I love to wear jeans, sweaters and boots. I love chocolaty browns and ochre yellows and dark pumpkin colors. The latter two don't look very good on me, but I don't care. It's fall, Y'all!  And in its honor, some of our favorite fall-like picks from Etsy this week. ...

Wednesday 04 November

Presenting the world's smallest baby sling

When I had my second baby, one thing that helped my daughter (then just barely two) was to be able to mimic the things I was doing so she could feel like she was "helping." ...

Wednesday 04 November

Herman Miller tops [pant pant pant]

Herman Miller TopsLet's say you've got a mid-century modern design freak on your holiday shopping list - you know, the kind of person who has everything already, and what he or she doesn't have, you probably can't afford. ...

Tuesday 03 November

Best two year-old gift ever? We've got you covered.

childrens scissorsWant an awesome holiday gift for a two-year old? Something he'll love and cherish and want to play with every free second? And it's also got to be totally affordable? ...

Tuesday 03 November

These limited edition vehicles really will go fast

To say my son was obsessed with vehicles when he was younger would be a major understatement, and I have six overstuffed bins to prove it. ...

Monday 02 November

Woodours bears - the one stuffed animal you might actually like as much as your baby

Woodours BearsPersonally I'm a fan of the Deglingos dolls, though I understand the quirky hedgehogs and crazy-eyed lobsters aren't everyone's cup of stuffed animal tea. But the brand new Woodours bears I'd imagine will be irresistible to anyone. ...

Saturday 31 October

Cool dollhouse suggestions? Reader Q&A

plan toys green dollhouseMy daughter is three and is interested in a doll house for Christmas. I would love to accommodate, but I am looking for something that is sturdy and made of environmentally safe products. Any suggestions? -Dee ...

Thursday 22 October

Whoo makes the cutest owl softies? (Heh, sorry)


The first day of Autumn brings to mind leaves falling and stark naked trees and owls hooting at night. Crisp evenings and cold nights and noses with frozen snot-drips. (Maybe we won't talk about that last one.) ...

Thursday 22 October

Bugs. They're big with kids. Even when they're not.

The Bug Book and BottleI have to admit getting a little flush of pride knowing my daughters are willing to pick up earthworms and tickle those pillbugs until they roll into tight little balls. At least for now. ...

Monday 19 October

Jade's ToyBox delivers boxes of pure happiness

Gift Boxes for KidsI'm starting to think that group gifts are the way to go. Chip in with a bunch of other folks, and get someone one seriously awesome something-or-other that they'll really appreciate. ...

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