There comes a time in every child’s life when they don a cape (or dish towel) and play superhero. Indulge your little caped crusader with these fun options, all off the beaten path from the usual Marvel and DC suspects. Design your own superhero cape, $39.99, available at Building Blocks Toys (3306 N. Lincoln Ave., [...]
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Be Your Own Superhero
Posted in Baby and Children's Clothing, Themes, Toys on April 10, 2013 | 1 Comment »
All About Robots
Posted in Baby/Kid Room, Themes on March 27, 2013 | Leave a Comment
In keeping with the theme this week, here are some more robots to inspire. Robot placemat, $16.50, available at Virtu (2034 N. Damen Ave., Chicago, 773-235-3790). Personalized print, $23 for 8 x 10, available at Etsy.com. Wallpaper, priced $165 per roll, allow four to six week lead time, available at Rare Device. [...]
Here Comes Peter Cottontail
Posted in Easter, Themes on March 20, 2013 | Leave a Comment
Weather notwithstanding, Easter is just a week away. (Hope your winter coat comes in a pastel shade.) Get into the springy spirit with these festive bunnies. Playsam rocking rabbit, $190, available at AllModern.com. Origami bunny ornament, $1.95, available at CB2 (800 W. North Ave., Chicago, 312-787-8329). Bunny chalkboard, $24.95, available at [...]
Gimme Some Sugar
Posted in Themes on February 13, 2013 | Leave a Comment
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, here are some sweets for your little sweet. Cupcake beanie, $29.49, available at PerpetualKid.com. Tote, $10, available at Cakespy. Doormat, $38, available at Chiasso (2112 N. Clybourn Ave., Chicago, 773-244-4100; 108 Skokie Blvd., Wilmette, 847-251-8600). Robe, $46, available at Nordstrom (The Shops at North Bridge, 55 E. [...]
Knit Wits
Posted in Baby/Kid Room, Themes on February 6, 2013 | Leave a Comment
Knits are popping up in the most unexpected places. Cozy up to a few of these. Foot stool, $88, available at Anthropologie (anthropologie.com). Crocheted headphones, $38, available at UncommonGoods.com. Knit play food, $12.99, available at YoYo.com. Sweater pencil case, $10, available at SpoonSisters.com. Pouf, $89.95, available at CB2 (800 W. North Ave., [...]
Age of Aquarius
Posted in Themes on October 3, 2012 | Leave a Comment
Into astrology? Try these Zodiac-inspired items to celebrate your child’s special day (or get mystical with your own.) Personalized zodiac and birthstone necklace (Mary Catherine style), $55, available at Erin Gallagher (1013 W. Webster Ave., Chicago, 773-492-7548). Zodiac pillow, $98, available at Jonathan Adler (676 N. Wabash Ave., Chicago, 312-274-9920). Zodiac onesie, $19.95, available at [...]
Mustachioed in Miniature
Posted in Baby and Children's Clothing, Home Decor, Themes on October 2, 2012 | Leave a Comment
Moustaches are no longer exclusive to hipsters and have been popping up everywhere from home décor to baby goods. Sure, your kid can’t grow one yet, but that’s no reason they should miss out on the fun. Pacifier, $7, available at Psychobaby (1630 N. Damen Ave., Chicago, 773-772-2815). Magnets, $12.50, available at Art Effect (934 [...]
Elephant Walk
Posted in Baby and Children's Clothing, Baby/Kid Room, Themes, Toys on September 26, 2012 | Leave a Comment
Elephants, a nursery decor staple, are beloved for their kid-friendliness. (For clothing and baby gear, not in reality. Actual elephants probably shouldn’t fraternize with kids.) See a sampling of the best pachyderm merch for junior below. Zzzoolights elephant, $80, available at Galt (The 900 Shops, 900 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, 312-440-9550; 1915 N. Clybourn Ave., Chicago, [...]
British Invasion
Posted in Baby and Children's Clothing, Baby/Kid Room, Themes on July 31, 2012 | Leave a Comment
The London Olympics are officially underway, rounding out what has been a pretty good year image-wise, if not economy-wise, for the Brits. The somewhat weird opening ceremonies aside (that inflatable baby will forever haunt my dreams), the Queen celebrated her Jubilee, William and Kate’s adorable factor has restored positive public opinion in the monarchy, and [...]
Perfect Picnic
Posted in Themes on May 29, 2012 | Leave a Comment
The days are getting longer, and there’s more sunshine to burn. Great news for kiddos, tricky for the parent who has to keep them entertained. But a picnic is the perfect way to while away a summer afternoon. Stock up on a few kid-friendly picnic supplies before heading out. Picnic backpack, $40, available at Uncommon [...]