Family Fun | Colorful Wooden Blocks

There is just something about wooden blocks ...   love these colorful sets from Brinca Dada.  Made from beechwood and non-toxic, lead free paints. Perfect gift for your little one.

Craft bag anyone?

Today I came across this great site and great product which I just have to share -- the online store is called romp and the product is the above treasure trove of craft items for your child to explore their inner artist.  The story behind the concept of the store is great too -- a designer and mom who want to engage kids' natural and sense of joy with the world with products made of natural materials, great design, handmade goods, and unique surprises.  Love the concept.  Now, if only they would start carrying baby products ... maybe they would consider ZoLi.

Family Fun | Walking down memory lane ...

Needing a break one day, I decided to go across the street to the PEZ Museum.  The museum/store has been around for 15 years and I have never yet stepped into it.  I am so glad I finally did ... it was definitely a walk down memory lane ... saw some quirky original pez dispensers but more importantly, they had original Colorforms on display.  Remember those?  I had forgotten all about them but now, am excited to introduce them to my girls.

Design | Not just any old blocks ... these are modern, eco-friendly version.

I stumbled upon this great toy as I was searching for gift ideas for a birthday present.

Traditional block set + precision cut = endless opened ended possibilities = FUN!!!

These blocks can be stacked just like traditional blocks, but there's more ... with the hollowed out middle, it adds a whole new dimension to "just" blocks.  These areblocks and tinker toys combined!!

What kids wouldn't want to receive these?  And since these blocks are made using sustainably-harvested woods, non-toxic coloring and come in recycled packaging ... what parents wouldn't want to gift these?