flashlight slippers

I think you would be nominated for "Hostess of the Year" if you presented your visitors with some lighted slippers. The wool slide-ons have a 25-foot lighting range and sensors that only activate the shoes when it is dark. $40.

christmas in a jar

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This is a super cute idea...DIY advent calendar. Use the strips of paper to write down activities like "see a movie" or "visit a friend" and glue a pom-pom on it. Each day your little person gets a new, fun activity or gift, and then you sew a new ball onto the garland. Get the whole tutorial on Poppytalk.

lego key hanger

How clever is this? Created by Felix Grauerand and definitely something you could do yourself with leftover Legos.

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tetran and small spaces

Tetran Modern Furniture's "Infinite Living" series is pretty cool. You can create your own unique living space using their modular pieces. Perfect for small space living / dorms. Pieces are easily replaced, re-purposed, or moved around to suit your needs.

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galaxy shoes

Constellations never go out of style. Infinite Inspiration on Etsy will create a galaxy (or any custom variation) on Toms, Vans, or Keds. All sizes for grown-ups or kids are available. Very cool holiday gift!

woods of net

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Look at this amazing permanent play structure entitled, "Woods of Net" created by Tezuka Architects, Japanese net artist Toshiko Horiuchi Macadam, in collaboration with structural engineers Tis & Partners. The pavilion is located at the Hakone Open-Air Museum, a unique open museum located in one of the most visited tourist spots in Japan. It was all hand-knitted and kids can crawl inside, roll around and jump in the net. Built to withstand kids and the elements.

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shoe tattoos

Temporary tattoos for your Converse (or other rubber-tipped shoes). Burger bar, sushi, bows, and body parts. Might be a fun stocking stuffer for a tween/teen. By Addatoos and available at Spoon Sisters for $9.95.

toy talk

Coolest idea ever. I am so excited to see the final product. Created by a group of insanely talented people, so you know it's gonna be amazing.

chalk and imagination

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wind-up paper butterflies

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You don't need much to make these cute butterflies...get the tutorial here. I think we might try these soon.

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table tots

These little booths from Counterevolution are so cute for the 18 month - 6 year old set. Tons of no-VOC stain colors to choose from.



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polka dot bike stickers

Because you can NEVER have too much flair! Polka dot bike stickers for $6 at Perpetual Kid.



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homemade teepee

This is so sweet. Created by blogger Kelli Murray for her daughter's first birthday party. Very cute party all round. You can check out more photos here.


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