Sew Cute!

I have a sewing machine buried somewhere my closet and lately I've been thinking about digging it out, dusting it off and begin creating 'beautiful' things (or at least I hope they'll turn out beautiful; my sewing skills are a little wobbly!). I thought I'd start with this little cutie of a bear who's pattern can be found here among other wonderful, crafty projects! I'm hoping I can tackle this project and finish in time for X-Mas to give to my little girl; wish me luck!

Miller Goodman

I really love this new toy from Miller Goodman called PlayShape! It's a modular set of 74 geometric wooden shapes which can be arranged or stacked to produce tons of creations which truly allows children to be fully engaged and get the most out of the creative process. For me, this is the best kind of developmental toy where there are no boundaries or rules where you have to "color inside the lines", nope, just a child's endless imagination!

I want one too!

I saw these lovely, unique handmade dolls from Tumbleberry Toys and I want one! It makes me want to be a little girl again; since that isn't possible, I'll contemplate buying one for my daughter. Everything about these dolls are special from its' natural materials, to her pure wool stuffing and cotton interlock skin and her handspun, hand dyed hair. It's a work of art, simple as that! My only reservation in handing such a beautiful doll to a baby or even a toddler (when my little one becomes one) is the possibility of her damaging it. I know, I know, what's the whole point of buying her a toy she won't be allowed to play with?? But what if I set it aside and hold it for her after she turns say.... 4 years old??