Calico Critters Margaret and Halley's Shop Play Set Review My daughter simply adores Calico Critters. She first came upon them at a friend’s house and ever since then they have been a major topic of conversation, especially once she picked up the Calico Critters catalog. For instance: “I’m going to ask Santa for this super … Read more
It’s a rare children’s toy that is as beloved by adults as it is the intended age group, but CitiBlocs are definitely one of those rare toys. One glance through YouTube and you will see that CitiBlocs certainly aren’t merely child’s play. We’re talking massive multi-person creations that took days {yes, days} to construct, but … Read more
I simply adore European design. In fact, I would do nearly all my shopping overseas if I could afford the shipping or the plane tickets. So, finding a retailer like Maukilo that specializes in European design and in heirloom quality toys is pretty much a dream come true. There are hundreds of ways I could … Read more
I spend a lot of time hiding kid’s toys. Hours of my time each week are spent camouflaging the collection of plastic junk my kids have amassed in 3 short years and finding suitable containers to store them in that I can stand to look at every day. This, of course, means I love it … Read more
Day 31 – Get Out and PLAY… with a snuggly plush friend There are few things more exciting than a bear with a passport showing up at your door. Unless of course that bear also has a map, a tote, a satin-lined coat, her own book, and some of the cutest accessories you’ve ever seen. … Read more
Get Out and PLAY Event – Day 30 What kid doesn't like to play fireman? I remember as a kid we played fireman all the time with the neighbor kids, "rescuing" each other from trees, forts, and playhouses with a step ladder and a hose. While our parents weren't thrilled about us using the step … Read more
Get Out and PLAY Event – Day 22 I never went through a “wild” stage, didn’t have crazy friends, and have always been incredibly responsible, even at a very young age. Because of this, I have never played any sort of “drinking game”, and had never even heard of Beer Pong until just recently. But, … Read more
Have you seen anamalz before? We ran across these adorable bendable animals a few months back in a specialty store near us and were immediately smitten. As cute as they looked in the display, they were even more irresistible when played with. Because of their bendable limbs, they are fun to position and pose however … Read more
Get Out and PLAY Event – Day 20 Everyone that knows me understands my deep love of everything miniature. While I was hoping my daughter would take an interest in miniatures as well, I was thrilled when I realized that she might love them even more than I do. Because of our shared love {and … Read more