07.14.2010
Steponbox
A couple of weeks ago, we featured the Flexibath; the same company also make this nifty Steponbox.
Unlike many other kids' steps, this one features storage inside, plus it's non-slip, can double up as a stool, and even has a drainage hole so you can bundle wet toys in straight from the bath. So far, so good.
The only thing I'm not wild about myself is the range of colours: all have this rather dirgey grey base. Still, each to his own: it may appeal to your sensibilities even if it doesn't to mine.
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gear
Tags: step stool storage
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07. 9.2010
Painted acorns
Any kid would love to play with these painted acorns, an Etsy find. The very young may line them up and learn to count and name colours; older kids can pretend to be squirrels. And if they don't take to them at all, no matter: they'd look lovely simply lined up on a windowsill.
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toys
Tags: wooden toys
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07. 6.2010
Bednest - co-sleeping with style and function
It was back in 2007 that Jenna posted about the Culla Belly co-sleeper. Loving its slick design, we were all champing at the bit to buy one: but as you'll see from that post, it was just a prototype. Whether or not it ever came to market became irrelevant as our own kids grew up.
Earlier this year, we also found the Baby Bunk Sleeper - just as practical, but not quite as good-looking.
And now, for those in the UK, at least, there's a product that is actually, definitely for sale. It looks just as good as the Culla Belly, and is even more useful. The Bednest is not only a co-sleeper, but can be converted into a moses basket, stand-alone crib, or travel cot. It fits to any size bed and can be height-adjusted.
Sadly, it's a few years too late for us, but it might be here just in time for you.
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Tags: beds co-sleepers cots cribs
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07. 1.2010
Elsie Dodds alphabet cushions
Elsie Dodds is designing an entire alphabet's worth of cushions. On one side she exercises her typographer's eye, with a graphic upper and lower case letter. The other side is more like a child's puzzle book, featuring a large number of objects beginning with that letter.
It'd be nice to buy a child his or her initial for the bedroom, or, if you're feeling flush, a whole name. You might even find that you get hours of peace as they puzzle out what all the objects depicted are. Don't worry if you can't find them all: they are listed on the label.
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decor
Tags: alphabet cushions
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06.30.2010
I'm as big as a baguette
Normally, height charts are for kids, and stop around the four foot mark. Maybe measuring yourself is just, like, so-o-o babyish after that age?
Well, the I'm As Big As... height chart is one the whole family can enjoy, even those who stopped growing some years ago. I mean, who wouldn't be interested to know that they're as big as a baguette? Or the Statue of Liberty's nose, or indeed your average lion.
The lower end of the scale is well-populated, though I'm not sure who is going to be as small as a drawing pin - unless you have a pet ladybird in the family .
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decor
Tags: height chart
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06.29.2010
Knit your own naughty dinosaurs
What with knitting being so cool these days, there's no need to lean on an amenable grandmother to make you these Naughty Dinosaurs.
The chances are that you have several friends, all champing at the bit to try out their knitting skills - if, that is, you aren't a regular member of your own Stitch and Bitch group, baby on lap, needles flashing.
In which case you may be glad to know that this pattern book is available in PDF download form, meaning you can have it right this minute, even if you're on your way there right now. At just £3.80,it won't break the bank, either.
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books/media
Tags: books kits knitted toys
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06.24.2010
Happy clouds
Aw, happy, puffy, fluffy clouds - surely any baby would be glad to awaken to see these friendly faces on a wall?
One swallow does not make a summer, but as speculated before on Babygadget, this many clouds do seem to make a palpable design theme. And a very pleasant one, too.
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decor
Tags: clouds decals stickers wall art
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06.23.2010
Miss Butterfly throw
Not every girl wants a Disney or Dora the Explorer themed room: some just seem to be born with a little more sophistication.
If your wee madam is among the discerning ones, this throw from the UK's Designers' Guild might just please her. It has an unmistakably girly palette and theme, but is a bit set apart from the usual offerings - lovely.
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decor
Tags: blankets butterflies designer uk
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06.22.2010
Boob design - designed for boobs
Breastfeeding clothes are all very well, but many of the designs can be... well, a bit naff, when it comes down to it. At best they tend to be plain and functional.
Thank goodness, then, for Boob, so long, that is, as you don't mind shouting out that word when someone asks you where you got your stunning bright yellow nursing hoodie from... or indeed your breastfeeding maxidress. Who knew such a thing even existed?
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fashion
Tags: breastfeeding maternity clothing nursing Scandinavian design
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06.21.2010
Sophie4Sophie pants: factoring in the growth spurt
Babies come in all shapes and sizes, and growth spurts come when you're least expecting them (but usually five minutes after you've bought a wardrobe of expensive baby clothes). With this in mind, the small Brighton (UK) company Sophie4Sophie invented The Pants.
In a world where the average baby clothes fit for 12 weeks, no matter how costly they were, The Pants last an incredible 12 months. And a good thing too, since you'll still love them for at least a year after purchase. The legs roll up and the waistband rolls down, and that adorable cut-out heart expands to embrace any size of healthy baby bottom.
These are custom-made in the fabrics of your choice, meaning you can choose any colour for that kissable heart - and where better place is there to kiss a baby?
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fashion
Tags: leggings pants trousers
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