Roy Toy wooden building sets are a real classic. Still made from real wood, stained with non-toxic dyes, still hand-cut, and still made in the USA by Roy K. Dennison’s family. Bruce Dennison has recreated his grandfather’s manufacturing process, which originated in 1930–why mess with perfection? When I opened up the Original Log Cabin Set, […]
Archives for November 2007
Cyber Monday Deals for Babies, Kids, and Parents
It is Cyber Monday! Here are some of the offers retailers have created for this week for you! Check our left sidebar for ongoing exclusive offers and you’ll find even more Cyber Monday discount codes on our Coupons page. Baby and Children’s Stores: BabyCenter: A great online super store for babies, with all the items […]
Win a Karito Kids Doll: Caring is Cool in Any Language
Children like dolls that let them role play their hopes and dreams. So if your child enjoys playing with dolls, why not give them one that encourages positive values? Karito Kids have spirit, kindness, and generosity…and a hip flair youngsters will adore. A true international bunch, the Karito Kids hail from around the world. Their […]
Win a Handmade Doll From HandCrafting Justice
Last Christmas, when Baby Diva opened this gift from her great grandmother, I just gasped! Little Red Riding Hood is so beautifully handcrafted and I adore how she helps tell a favorite fairy tale. This doll is part of a collection of reversible dolls, also known as topsy turvy dolls, that turn into other characters […]
Win a Witty, Hip, and Trendy Tee or Snapsuit from Trendy Tadpole
One of the biggest trends for the toddling set is the graphic tee. Trendy Tadpole’s Witty, Hip, and Trendy Graphic T-Shirts and Snapsuits for Babies and Toddlers are some of the most original we’ve seen.We adore Baby Diva’s stylishly cute Kid-Giraffes tee from Trendy Tadpole. The giraffe friends are a cuddly and fun pair. My […]
12 Days of Shopping Deals at Skimbaco
In addition to bringing our readers some of the most fun and funky children’s products on the Internet, we enjoy the opportunity to get to know some fabulous mom entrepreneurs. Katja of Skimbaco is just a beautiful person inside and out and her joy and love of children shines through in her selections. Check out […]
Win Hip and Practical Baby Clothing from Stylease!
At Mamanista, we believe that moms shouldn’t have to choose between style and practicality when buying baby clothing. One of our goals is to find a reasonably-priced, easy-to-launder, comfortable and hip-looking outfits for baby. I have to give Mama Luxe credit for finding Stylease in her daily internet browsing and emailing me photos of their […]
Toys to Trust Picks and Recommendations
Here are some of our recommendations for Toys to Trust. We will continue to post new guides and add them to this list, because safety is a year ’round concern! Retailers of Safe, Non-Toxic, Lead-Free Toys and Gifts Craft with Confidence: Non-Toxic Supplies for Kids Dolls, Plush Animals, and Other Cuddly Friends Tips for Choosing […]
Tips for Safer Toy Giving
Here are some Tips for Safer Toy Giving this season. Don’t forget to check out our list of Toy Boutiques and Stores to Trust and our 12 Days of Gift Giveaways for more ideas for safer toy shopping and giving. Buy American (or European or Canadian): Western nations have stricter oversight, which is one of […]
Puzzles that Fit Perfectly From ImagiPLAY
ImagiPLAY makes beautiful toys that inspire the imagination, encourage discovery, and promote positive values. Children are born with an amazing capacity to learn through imaginative play. Open-ended toys provide a springboard for young minds. Every one of ImagiPLAY’s toys makes me want to be a kid all over again. One of the biggest joys of […]