A Word Cloud for My little One

Here's a word cloud I created using all the words that came to mind about my little one. I realize I forgot "willful" but I had to hurry as she was trying to shut the computer on me while I typed. I guess some "Mommy and Me time" is in order. So I better run, but you can create a word cloud based on your own little one at Wordle.

Sew Cute

The adorable dress patterns available at Oliver + S may have provided the final inspiration I need to get my sewing machine fixed. I'm in love with the Birthday Party Dress and variations there of. You can see a bunch of versions on the Oliver + S flickr group. Pictured above is the dress pattern completed by Brooke Reynolds of Inchmark.

Gone Fishing with More Good Wood

One thing I really like about this magnetic fishing set by Jae Keun Song is that no worms are hurt! I used to love fishing as a kid but never really got over having to use worms for our catch and release activities. My brother used to have to bait my line for me and come to think of it, remove the sunfish and catfish I'd reel in. Perhaps, I was never cut out for real fishing.

The set is available at the MoMAstore.

Good Wood by Miller Goodman

This gorgeous set of puzzle blocks prove wooden toys don't have to be boring and that great toys are ageless. I personally don't think wooden toys are boring in the first place and hate when people say they are. My nephew has outgrown plenty of his plastic toys but one thing he still plays with is a set of wooden blocks. I'm adding these beauties by Miller Goodman to my wish list for my daughter.

The photo above is a promotional photo for the blocks, but may be even more amazing are the images people have created with the blocks and posted on this flickr stream!

Tiny Dancer Tulle Skirts

These tiered tulle skirts from Gap's Tiny Dancer Collection made me want to dance when I saw them on a recent run through my local Gap. The peep like colors are so happy and sure to suit the color aesthetic of any true toddler. Why do kids get to have all the fun?

Meet Jelly and Wink

These two tiny bunnies Jelly and Wink and ten tiny bunny friends are waiting at Danielleorama's Etsy shop to find their way into some lucky kids' Easter baskets. I say hurry up while supplies last!

Sweetest Toadstool Tea Set

This Toadstool Tea Set by Giana Eden reminds me why childhood is so magical. What a lovely centerpiece this set would be for a make believe or real tea party. The set is available exclusively through Mahar Drygoods.

I still have my childhood china tea set with tiny yellow roses and a little white china cabinet to hold it. They were my mother's and she passed them on to me. In a couple of years it will be time for me to pass them down another generation. What a lovely way to give up a possession.