Birthday Gifts

Tubular Greetings

Look What I Found: Tubular Greetings!

I love when I am completely surprised by an amazing new idea and Tubular Greetings is one of those terrific surprises! Created by a busy mom of two who realized how much her children enjoyed receiving something fun in the mail, Tubular Greetings are 12 inch tubes bursting with toys... Read more »

Fun Pantone Inspired Products

Fun Products Inspired by the Colors of Pantone!
With the recent announcement of the Color of the Year for 2010, a fabulous shade of turquoise, I thought that I’d take a look at some of the fun gifts inspired by these classic color charts!
Mugs
Choose your favorite shade from this assortment of ten colors! Or, an entire... Read more »

Adorable Dolls for Kids

Christmas Gift Guide for Kids: Part II – Dolls
Penelope Peapod

This is an adorably outfitted doll who arrives snuggled inside of her own basket bassinet. The bassinet transforms into a portable drawstring bag that is perfect for travel or playdates! Choose from dozens of adorable patterns, as well as doll clothes, blankets and furniture. (ages 3... Read more »

Favorite Stuffed Animals for Kids

Christmas Gift Guide for Kids: Part I – Favorite Stuffed Animals
Ugly Dolls

These quirky little guys are so ugly that they’re actually super cute! Hand sewn from polar fleece in a variety of colors, these huggable characters appeal to boys and girls of all ages! Each Ugly Doll comes with its own name and unique story,... Read more »

Fun Dress Ups for Kids

Christmas Gift Guide for Kids: Part III – Fun Dress Ups
Super Hero Capes

Craftsbury Kids has a cape for every kid! These satin capes are lined with a super soft velvet chamois and decorated with all sorts of fun designs for boys and girls. Choose from lightning bolts, flowers, Jolly Roger, rocket, dinosaurs and more! (ages... Read more »

Unique Book Gifts for Kids

Christmas Gift Guide for Kids: Part IV – Terrific Books
Flippy and Friends

Flippy is a whimsical little tadpole who encourages kids to use their imaginations to be anything they wish! Four books and stuffed animals to go with them are just delightful! (all ages, Flippy and Friends, $6.99 – $12.99)
The Encyclopedia of Immaturity

Published by Klutz, this hilarious... Read more »

Unique Birthday Gift Ideas for 3 Year Old Boys and Girls

Unique Birthday Gifts for 3 Year Olds!
Birthday Gifts For 3 Year Old Girls

Sleepwalkers Overnight Bag is an adorable gift for little girls ready to embark on their first sleepover! This plush bag comes in four styles (elephant, cat, cow and chick) and is big enough to carry everything she might need for her sleepover! ... Read more »

Fun Art at Art-O-Mat!

Tip of the Week – Art-O-Mat!

Those gumball, trinket and candy machines that line the exit of your local supermarket are endlessly fascinating to kids and I do (more often than I should!) relent to my youngest child’s request for spare change to see what “treasure” emerges after a turn of the knob. Now picture an... Read more »

Fun Stocking Stuffers for Kids

Christmas Gift Guide for Kids: Fabulous Stocking Stuffers
Hand Crafted Hair Accessories

Can a little girl ever have too many cute hair ornaments? Clearly the answer is no, and if you’d like to add to your little one’s collections, take a look at Custom Clippies! Trimmed with buttons, flowers, butterflies, candies and so much more, these hair... Read more »

Terrific Toys to Get Kids Moving

Christmas Gift Guide for Kids: Part IV – Toys to Get Kids Moving

Flying Turtle

This toy is so popular at my house that we had to buy two! It’s low to the ground and kid powered by swinging the handles back and forth to set the scooter in motion. No motor, pedaling or batteries involved! (ages... Read more »