Last year we were celebrating the opening of the new Seattle American Girl store, which just so happens to be minutes from our home. This year, we’re celebrating another AG Seattle first – the honor of being the official home of the 2012 American Girl Doll of the Year, McKenna. If you haven’t met McKenna … Read more
Ever since I was pregnant with my son in 2010, my then two year old daughter has insisted that she had a baby in her belly as well. As a result, we’ve talked a whole lot about newborns. Then, when my sister was pregnant and recently had my newborn nephew, it became a very hot … Read more
Open ended and imaginative play is paramount in our house. When shopping for toys we search out toys that inspire creativity and learning, and that search always leads us to Magic Cabin. I’ve talked before about my love affair with Magic Cabin’s wide assortment of toys that grow with your kids, and once again I’m … Read more
Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide – Day 24 When I was young, my mother and I bonded over dolls. Whereas I liked reading, arts and crafts and cooking, my mother preferred dancing, music, and writing. However, we both liked dolls. I think this is a big part of the reason that every year when I was … Read more
Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide – Day 18 It’s been a few years now since my daughter got her first doll, the Classic Corolle Bebe Do {lovingly named Cora}, and her love for that baby goes beyond anything else in her room or toybox. In the months since she fell for Cora, she’s been given all … Read more
Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide: Day 17 I've reviewed a lot of baby carriers in my days, but there's one that continues to get numerous emails each month. That carrier is the ERGObaby that we reviewed back in 2009 that everyone, including us, loves. And, every single person who contacts me gets the same response: I … Read more
Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide: Day 6 If I were listing off educational toys for children, I would put dolls way up at the top. I know most people don't think of baby dolls in terms of educational or learning toys, but I certainly do. There are so many things that playing with dolls teaches young … Read more
All of us here at Rave Central are huge Corolle fans, and not just because they have the most adorable dolls and accessories. When we think Corolle, we think of the utmost in quality dolls that can grow with your children and become beloved members of the family. With all sorts of birthdays coming up … Read more