I don’t even have children yet. Why is my only gift guide one for kids? Oof, reign me in now, it’s only going to get worse! One day I will dress my baby boy in corduroy overalls and saddle-oxfords and only give him precious, design-savvy toys to play with. (Just kidding…ish)
100 Colorful Blocks
“Sometimes, simple is best. Hand-crafted in Germany and finished with non-toxic, water-based stains, this set of 100 blocks features a natural spectrum of 20 vibrant hues that take an everyday plaything and transform it into something truly beautiful. It’s rare that an object can be equally at home on a designer's workbench and in a child's toy chest, but these blocks bridge the gap effortlessly.” / Best Made, $96
ABC Flash Cards
Y’all. I almost bought these for myself. Which makes no sense. Because…I know the alphabet. But…please look at how stinkin’ cute these are. How cute would they be framed or displayed somehow? Mini clothespins and a ribbon and voila! “They are printed front and back and have rounded corners to protect everyone’s tiny eyes and soft skin. They’re also drool, spit up and tear proof. Perfect for learning your abcs and critter friends or to throw around the play room.” / HEW + Co, $42.50
Architect’s Blocks
3+ years: “Aspiring architects may design endless masterpiece with this set of 44 hand-scrolled, smoothly-sanded hardwood blocks in eleven different shapes and natural finish. Add distinctive classical features to basic block play with a variety of important architectural shapes, such as doors, steps, columns, arches, and roof pieces.” / Amazon, $60
First Bike
2 - 5 year olds : “The bike has a durable and child-friendly frame in blue finished steel, inspired by the design of a vintage bicycle. The grips and saddle is made of high end faux leather, suitable for all-round weathers and easy to wipe off after a day outside. The basket is detachable and is perfect to pack all the essentials for a day’s adventure in the park.” / Banwood, $195
Photo Flashcards
Alright I guess I have a thing for cute flashcards. How fun are these! / Pinhole Press, $25
Name and Faces Puzzle Game
Same same but different / Pinhole Press, $35
See-ya Suitcase
2-6 year olds: A mini suitcase! How darling is this? “Not just for travel, the See-Ya is the perfect place to store treasures and toys, and nothing looks sweeter than one of these trunks in a bedroom or playroom.” / Olli Ella, $85
Mouse Spa & Wellness
Oh my. I love that somewhere, one day, a group of people sat around a conference table and listened as someone presented this as something that needed to go into production. And all the business men and business women nodded in unison. / Trouva, $40
Secret Agent Magnifying Glass
It’s just…a magnifying glass. I…I love it. / Trouva, $6
