Meet Lammily: The ‘body positive’ doll with average woman’s proportions
There’s a new girl on the dollhouse block, and Barbie’s going to have to move over – Lammily’s moving in! When artist and researcher Nickolay […]
View ArticleSweet soft bear sculptures
Capturing our hearts and imagination, the beautiful felt soft sculptures from MountRoyalMint are all unique and handmade. This particular one is the special “Christmas Spirit” […]
View ArticleTop 20 DVDs every child should watch
A great children’s movie gets the kids dancing, singing along and reciting the script word for word. An awesome kid’s movie is one you can’t […]
View ArticleWe want: A rag doll just like me
We stumbled across these sweet custom rag dolls and adore the idea that each handmade doll is lovingly designed to resemble your child. Capture those […]
View ArticleCute personalised shape sorters
Is that a yellow duck? And your name begins with the letter…? Teach your little one colours, shapes and animals with these beautiful handmade shape […]
View ArticleA family of finger puppets
We’re in love with these sweet finger puppets. Handmade from soft upcycled materials, you can find squirrels, sloths or seahorses snuggling together in their mobile […]
View ArticleMini sk8ter style
For sk8ter tots who’ve got that Cali-cool swagger, these toys and furniture re-purposed from recycled skateboards have their names written all over them. Old-fashioned spinning […]
View ArticleWe want: a toy to explain ‘what’s inside mummy’s tummy’
What’s inside mummy’s tummy? Explaining the idea of a new baby to young children can be tricky. This pregnant mother with baby wooden puppet is […]
View ArticleKawaii school bag charms
Easily identify your poppet’s school bag with these full-of-personality pillow charm friends. There are so many cute incarnations of these Kawaii creatures to choose from […]
View ArticleCraft: How to rock paint like a pro
Summer time is about getting the kids outside and enjoying nature in all its glory. It seems silly to depend on gadgets and gizmos for […]
View ArticleA magical tablecloth cubby to call home
These fantastical tablecloth cubby houses will have your little ones sailing away in their own ship, playing in a mermaid cavern or perhaps hosting a […]
View ArticleA zoo of pencil toppers
Add some personality to your stationery with these cute and quirky crochet animal pencil toppers. It’s a fun way to keep those colouring pencils cosy, […]
View ArticleWe want our family made plush. Stat!
It’s your family; ma, pa, babies, pets and all, but in miniature plush doll form. We know, our little hearts almost combusted from the adorableness […]
View ArticleBubble wrap 9 1/2 ways
Did you know that the last Monday in January is Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day? We didn’t think so, but luckily for you we’re all over […]
View ArticleSoft felt games for toddlers
These felt games, puzzles and toys are so soft to touch that your tot will love playing with their furry textures. Toddler immersion is the […]
View Article14 cool things to make with recycled milk cartons
If your kids guzzle milk and fruit juice like there’s no tomorrow then it’s time to get creative with your cartons! To show that recycling […]
View Article14 eggcellent FREE printables for Easter
Easter is just around the corner which means it’s time for some eggstra-special activities! Whether you’re planning a classic Easter egg hunt or staying at […]
View Article7 ways to have a ‘choc-free’ Easter hunt
Easter is almost here and we’re getting pretty darn egg-cited! With the weather on your side an Easter egg hunt is the perfect way to […]
View Article13 ridiculously easy Autumn crafts
There’s a crispness in the morning air and the leaves are starting to fall – there’s no denying that Autumn is well and truly here. […]
View Article17 colouring books for kids (and parents!)
Crayons, pencils, textas, metallic or fluorescent? Colouring books are the ultimate childhood canvases where budding artists can express their creativity with the medium and hue […]
View ArticleMother’s Day crafts: 16 lovingly handmade gift ideas
Stuck for gift ideas for Mother’s Day? Don’t worry – The special day may be fast approaching but there’s still plenty of time to make […]
View ArticleIn with the sleek house – Djeco doll house
Playing with dolls just became so much more stylish and even more fun. Welcome Colour Doll House (134.95) and Cubic Doll House ($159.95) from Djeco. […]
View ArticleOperation Fussy Eater: 14 ways to have fun with vegetables
There’s a reason why The Wiggles sing Fruit Salad, Yummy Yummy. Because Steamed Broccoli, Mmmm Mmm doesn’t draw the crowds. Despite what Curtis Stone says, […]
View Article13 nifty ways to teach kids how to tell the time
One o’clock, two o’clock, three o’clock ROCK. Telling the time is easy when you know how, but getting to grips with what the big hand […]
View Article#ToyLikeMe social campaign drives the creation of dolls with disabilities
A group of parents of disabled children who started a social campaign called #ToyLikeMe have received incredible support from the community. The parents were rallying […]
View ArticleTake off! 7 paper aeroplane designs for flying fun
Did you get the memo? 26 May is National Paper Aeroplane Day – a day totally dedicated to celebrating the awesomeness that is paper aeroplanes. […]
View ArticleWIN the entire Micador early stART range of arts & crafts
This competition is now closed. Congratulations to our winner L. Colley (VIC). Your mini Picassos will be crafting up a storm when you WIN the […]
View ArticleStacks on! 13 stacking toys for babies
Every baby is born a little Bob the Builder. Whether it’s during playtime on the mat or stacking cheese cubes at lunch, it seems as […]
View ArticleLook at what one mum did while her baby slept!
Babies sleep. A lot. And all that sleeping means a lot of time just staring, admiring every single hair and freckle on their head (during […]
View ArticleCount down: 15 fun ways to teach your one, two, threes
Snagging yourself a walking, talking calculator could be a reality sooner than you think with these 15 fun games, activities and toys for learning your […]
View ArticleTree change dolls
Not all dolls are made for the great outdoors, but Tasmanian artist Sonia Singh is making it her mission to give abandoned dolls a new […]
View ArticleConcrete crush: 10 projects you can make this weekend
Put on your stubbies and channel your inner council worker because concrete is in! Big time! Concrete accessories are popping up everywhere and they look amazing. […]
View ArticlePimp your LEGO: BrickStix
LEGO really is awesome. It’s so easy to use and can entertain pretty much any kid for hours. You can stick to the instructions or […]
View ArticlePlate it up: 15 craft projects to make with paper plates
Do you have a bunch of paper plates left over from the last BBQ? Did you realise you are sitting on a crafting gold mine? […]
View Article2015 outdoor toy of the year – Bunch-o-Balloons
Huddling around the tap in your togs, filling up water bombs is always fun and games; until it gets serious…..and it always gets serious. We […]
View Article20 toys that are older than you think
We’re sure it says something about our childhood that we assumed every toy we embraced was created just for us, or at least our generation. […]
View ArticleAnd the winner is…. ASTRA best toys for 2015 awards
If you want to know what the best toys are, ask a toy shop owner. Toy retailers have had their say and the ASTRA awards […]
View ArticleMeet the Tribe: Tinc stationery and gifts launches in Australia
Your kiddo might live in an age of iPads, Instagram and video-on-demand, but you can still wow them with a bit of old-school fun, especially […]
View ArticleWIN an award-winning double-sided crib toy
Seeing your baby’s little face light up in wonder, amusement or laugher as they discover something new in their world is probably one of the […]
View ArticleMeet Giggle Fangs and Giggle Bug
NANANANANANANANA…..its not Batman….it’s Giggle Fangs! If you live with some Giggle and Hoot fans it’s time to get excited because they have a new friend. […]
View ArticleNo Rules: Top 10 open-ended toys (and a giveaway)
Time to explore the never-ending possibilities of play! Big or small, open-ended toys come with no instructions and encourage hours of ‘free play’ for youngsters […]
View Article10 games you can play with a bed sheet
The humble bed sheet can provide hours of fun for the whole family. Bring out those florals, flannels and plain whites to have some rocking […]
View Article11 Bananalicious Minion craft ideas
Can we hear a bannannaa? If everyone has gone Minion mad in your house, we’ve got your back. From toilet rolls to homemade slime we’ve found a […]
View ArticleSwingz n Thingz toddler swings (plus giveaway)
Swing high, swing low, till you reach the big blue sky! Kit out the kids for this essential experience of a carefree childhood with an Aussie-made Swingz n Thingz canvas swing. […]
View ArticleWhat’s your name? 10 ways to get kids writing their name
With lots of pre-schoolers preparing themselves for big school one of the most important things to recognise and write is their own name. Writing your […]
View Article9 DIY wands for magical play
Imaginary play does wonders for mini-minds and a good game of dress-ups is always a winner. Whether it be fun at home or passing the time at […]
View ArticleTick tock, design your own cuckoo clock
A craft project which is actually useful! The Mickey & Stevie DIY Cuckoo Clock gives your child a chance to show off their creative talents. They can […]
View Article13 ways to win best dressed this Halloween
Halloween is fast approaching! There’s no need to get tangled up in a hot glue gun mess, stay up till midnight or drop loads of […]
View ArticlePie Face Game: Side-splitting family fun
Pie Face is outrageously exciting and fun for all ages… simply load the throwing arm with delicious cream from a can or a wet sloppy sponge and […]
View ArticleJust like mum: Baby doll carriers
For kiddies who like to mirror their mummy, they’ll love these darling doll carriers. The handmade cotton carriers are available in a variety of fun […]
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