03. 9.2010
Animals on Parade notecards from Sukie
As parents will know, it's a losing game trying to get lengthy thank-you letters out of small children: their attention spans simply aren't up to it.
That's one reason why I like these animal notecards from local-to-me (but stocked worldwide) UK company Sukie.
There's room for a single sentiment, scrawled in toddler-sized letters, and no more. The word 'thank you', 'hello' or even 'sorry' will be admirably conveyed, and the attractiveness of the card and the accompanying stickers and envelopes will quite make up for the brevity of the message.
Only thing is... do you ever think some paper sets are too nice to use?
Posted by Myf
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Tags: animals cards paper uk
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02.17.2010
Baby! cards
I do like these baby announcement cards from Umpen: direct, to the point, and rather beautiful. Plus gender-neutral colouring (ok, there's a big patch of pink, but really, it doesn't scream 'girl') means you can stock up on them pre-birth in a very efficient way.
Umpen are a London-based company, but see their contact page for details of distributors in Australia, Canada and the US too.
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Tags: birth announcements letterpress
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01.27.2010
Kidsen family tree
We've seen some lovely family tree options here on Babygadget, but if none of them tickled your fancy, here's another. The Isak Family Tree Print is a Swedish design which allows you to paste photos into the jolly design - what fun.
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Tags: family tree posters prints Scandinavian design
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11.18.2009
Alternatives to the family tree, from My Tree & Me
I gasped with admiration when I saw the alternative family trees from My Tree and Me - actually gasped out loud, before sending the link to a couple of friends. That's when you know something's good.
I mean, who would have thought that the family tree didn't actually have to be displayed on a tree? And that once you've broken free from such constraints, you could conceptualise it in so many other, beautiful ways? I think these are just stunning: if you don't agree, then visit the site, because there are plenty more, and in a choice of colourways, too.
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Tags: colour family tree prints
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07. 8.2009
Little wish boats: sweet thoughts cast upon the sea
Of course paper boats fall into the category of toy you'd never dream of paying for: they tend to be fashioned out of chewing gum wrappers or old pieces of newspaper to while away boring train journeys or fill a need at the local pond.
But these paper boats are in a different category. Do you ever have paper quite this beautiful hanging about waiting to be used - and even if you did, would you waste it on something as ephemeral as a boat?
These are paper boats that raise the game. They're for special occasions such as gifts and parties. They beautify tables and can hold small treasures. I think it's permissible to splash out under those circumstances.
€11,95 gets you the makings for four large boats and four small ones, with every design different, from Bijzonder Mooi.
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Tags: boats kits making
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06.17.2009
All about Baby baby book
There don't seem to be many nicely-designed baby books available - if your tastes don't run to quilted covers and pastel teddy bears, that is - but I feel confident that the All About Baby baby book will satisfy Babygadget's notoriously discerning readership. I mean, as soon as you see those birdies on the front cover, you know you're in the hands of someone who doesn't deal in all the usual cliches. Beautiful.
Posted by Myf
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Tags: baby books
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05.11.2009
Djeco stickers - illustrational! Inspirational!
My love for Djeco has been made quite clear on Babygadget in a number of previous posts - and still the desirable objects keep coming. They must be employing a truly talented roster of illustrators, that's for sure.
These stickers, available in many outlets both online and off, are an inexpensive way to treat yourself to some of that scrumptious design goodness. Cheap enough to use in art projects, but nice enough to decorate a birthday card or present, they are a great stand-by to keep in your drawer for those moments when only a sticker will do.
Posted by Myf
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paper goods
Tags: cars illustration stickers traffic
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05. 4.2009
IOU good times
There is a little part of me that is worried about the concept behind these IOU cards - after all, shouldn't we, as parents, at least be able to invent our own motivational treats, fitting them to our child's tastes? And actually, is it even sound parenting to operate on the bartering-treats-for-good-behaviour system? Argh, my head starts to spin the more I think about it.
But, these cards are so beautifully designed that I'm almost tempted to put the parenting issues to one side and just enjoy them for what they are - a damn nice print product.
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Tags: cards paper rewards
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04.29.2009
9spotmonk paper goods
Another great Forest Find this month is the the eco-friendly paper goods from 9spotmonk. I love the animal bookplates (including penguin, pig, rhino or rabbit) which leave room for a message when giving them as a gift. And also the travel place mats that come complete with three crayons. All 9spotmonk's original goods are made in the US and printed on 100% recycled paper.
Posted by Justine
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Tags: animals eco-friendly paper place mat
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02. 3.2009
Children's Valentines by Little Brown Pen
Have you heard of the etsy shop Little Brown Pen? If you aren't familiar with these superstar etsy sellers, then take a look at their shop. And if you love paper goods, own a color printer and have a penchant for crafty DYI projects, then you'll love the printable pdf cards, calenders and stationery. Featuring adorable illustrations by Evan Robertson and clever wordsmithing by Nichole Robertson, this husband and wife team have a shop full of goodies for any occasion.
These Children's Valentines, for example, are perfect for sending with your little ones to give out in class. You receive three PDFs each containing 3 different Valentine's. And the best part? It's only 5 dollars for an original design that can be printed as many times as you need, whether your kid's class has 7 kids or 25.
Posted by Jenna
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Tags: cards etsy paper
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