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Toy Review – The Oombee Cube from Jumpin Jack Toys
This great little toy is the perfect updated version of the old classic shape sorter. With the main aim being to help teach little ones to recognize different shapes and fit them into the matching slots this version brings much more to the table, including teaching colour and shape recognition and tactile fun too. Plus they […] Read more…
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Must have toys from the 80s and 90s.
If you managed to snag a Hatchimal as a Christmas gift this year, you are one lucky son of a gun. Hatchimals are the toy fad for Christmas 2016. Parents are paying big bucks to make sure they aren’t the ones to crush their little cherub’s dreams come Christmas morning. I’m not even exactly sure what […]
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Weta Workshops Thunderbirds are go top holiday activity
Finding new and exciting things to do in the holidays can sometimes be a bit tough. But these holidays we found something really special, right here in Miramar: Weta Workshops Thunderbirds Are GO Behind-the-scenes experience. Weta Workshops Thunderbirds Are GO Behind-the-scenes experience is a really great thing to do with big and little kids. Our family […]
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The Made in New Zealand Christmas Gift Guide
This Christmas why not shop small and support local artisans from all over New Zealand. There are so many talented makers, doers, creators and artisans out there producing some amazing things – in sheds, spare rooms, home offices and workshops.
Here, in their own words, are just a few:
My tiny business is handmade toys. I make them out of socks, but they’re bot standard sock-toys. I create my own patterns and make them look really pretty and stylish. I also take great care for every detail to make them absolutely safe for babies (such as no buttons, doubled seams etc). Though I believe my Sleeping Buddies are good enough for any age! You are very welcome to visit my Facebook page –
Puzzle Beetle
Puzzle Beetle puzzle and crossword books – great little Christmas presents
Volume 2 is jam-packed with theme-based crosswords to keep the brain cells whirring. Plenty of fun wordy challenge.
Volume 3 is a fiendish mix of original word puzzles, with a couple of crosswords thrown in for good measure. Bound to put a bright spot in the day.
Only $14 each (plus P&P). Perfect gift for summer holiday chill-out – for friends and family or just for you. www.puzzlebeetle.co.nz/order-puzzle-books/
Uku Chic
Uku Chic is synonymous wuth creating kids clothes ans home decor, but I have recently branched out into decoupage and upcyclying of household detritus.
Take a wooden dish, used NZ stamps, paint and the dish no longer looks like something from the 70s. Sticking down stamps is no fun, but loving this style of decoupage and no luck finding scrapbooking paper it was time to make my own. Two themes of NZ stamp collages are now available to papercraft fans everywhere – as a digital download. Expanding on this theme I now offer my first set of “kiwiana” cards see ukuchic.com
Classic Cool
Classic Cool started with a pair of Hightops and a word of encouragement. I had a love of Crochet and I wasn’t 80 years old! I found a pattern that incorporated the Classic art of Crochet, with the Cool fashion of a Converse look-a-like Hightop boot. After a friend saw them and asked if I sold them, it was then that Classic Cool was born. Over the past 3 years that we have been around and my babies have grown, we have broadened our range from just baby shoes and sandals to Cowl Hoods, Beanies, Christmas creations adult wear. The latest range being soft toys – Maarley has been a hit!
My Pinterest boards are jammed full of idea to expand Classic Cool into the realms of jewellery, scented toys, high-end crown and so much more, It’s just about finding the time – Always the way!
Keep an eye out at and on IG
Little Lil – lil’ bit knotty
Little Lil – lil’ bit knotty is a small business making unique handmade necklaces which are suitable for every occasion. The necklaces are simple in design, yet striking in appearance. This is especially due to the contrast of bronze metal and brightly coloured cord. The inspiration comes from past and present cultures as well as current happenings and nature. The are certainly fun to wear.
www.littlelil.nz/
Mud Mates
The Mud Mates personalised Swim Bag is a multifunctional drawstring bag ideal for togs and towel, using as a sports or activity bag, a library bag or even an overnight bag.
Available in a range of bright colours to stand out from the crowd and customisable with your child’s name to help them identify it easily and others to return it to them if it gets lost!
Proudly handcrafted in New Zealand.
My love affair with tie dye stemmed from a trip to America. The festival stalls selling baby tie dye caught my attention. They were completely different to your average baby clothes. I decided then that that’s what I would like to do.
Three years later I delved in. Busy Me was born and I haven’t looked back. Please visit my Facebook page:
Alba Rosa
Alba Rosa for carefully handmade small-batch soap and skincare products.
Soaps to create an indulgent bathing experience – creamy and bubbly. Naturally coloured with herbs, flowers, spices, teas and clays. Fragranced with pure essential oils.
Balms and salves to heal and soothe. Beard oils and balms for manly grooming. Luxurious bath treats.
The Hive
The Hive – New Zealand’s buzzing online shopping destination. One shopping cart – one checkout, but more than 140 Kiwi businesses and over 1500 products to choose from.
Home Decor, Gifts (for kids and adults), Toys, Jewellery, Health and Beauty, Books, Photographers, Accountants, Clothing and more. So much choice from an amazing collections and makers and doers, backed up with amazing customer service from The Hive Team.
And you can shop in your PJs!
© Alba Rosa 2016 ~ All rights reserved
Win: 3x Moh Doh Aromatherapy Play Dough Pots
These gorgeous pots of Moh Doh Play Dough from Little Well Beings are infused with essential oils to encourage fun, relaxing play sessions. We have 3 pots to giveaway! About Moh Doh Moh Doh Aromatherapy play dough is a unique fun dough that soothes and calms while kids play. Available in 6 different essential oil […] Read more…
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Win: 3 x Moh Doh Aromatherapy Play Dough Pots from Little Well Beings
These gorgeous pots of Moh Doh Play Dough from Little Well Beings are infused with essential oils to encourage fun, relaxing play sessions. We have 3 pots to giveaway! About Moh Doh Moh Doh Aromatherapy play dough is a unique fun dough that soothes and calms while kids play. Available in 6 different essential oil […] Read more…
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DC Super Hero Girls Inspiring The Next Generation
© Maria | Happy Mum Happy Child DC Super Hero Girls Inspiring The Next Generation As a Mum of both a boy AND a girl, I am all too aware of the types of dolls and action figures available out there in the market. I am also aware of what was missing from the shelves – […]
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Sorting Sh*t Out – Day 72
The Toy Box Okay, before we get into things let’s just take a moment to talk about my new name. No, my other new name. I know, I’m all about the new name life. I’m sorry, okay? I just like to feel like I’m really me. And now I feel like I’m really me. I Continue reading
Meet Lottie And Finn
If you have been following along with us for a while now, you have probably heard a bit about Mr Dinosaur, he has been our little one’s most treasured toy, but… Read more »
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Always Made With Love reviews My Fun Box
Recently, an out of the blue delivery arrived on my doorstep; I was excited and intrigued – brown paper packages all tied up in string, anyone? Let me tell you, it was all excitement when I opened it and found a ‘My Fun Box’ inside for me,whoops Sebastian to try. Always Made With Love reviews My […]
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5 Activities to try with Formula Tins
Up until recently, our formula tins went straight in the recycling bin – at least one a week. But thanks to some great Pinterest ideas, and a little imagination, the kids and I have spent… More Continue reading
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Stripes! No Spots book review
Stripes! No Spots A quirky and simply adorable story that follows a tiger and a leopard who disagree about whether stripes or spots are the tops. Their disagreement soon becomes a battle, and by lunch time the whole jungle is a … Continue reading
Write Size writing pencils for children
Write Size writing pencils for children Write Size writing pencils for children really are excellent for little hands grappling with writing and drawing. Don’t just take our word for it, read our latest product reviews. Reviewed by Stacey at Crafty Organised Me … Continue reading
Educational Colours range
Educational Colours range The new ‘Educational Colours’ range of junior art and craft products is launching in New Zealand. This market leading range has been known and loved for over 35 years in Australia and internationally and is now available … Continue reading
Joy Cowley’s Buzzy Bee books
New Zealand author Joy Cowley has done it again with a couple of gorgeous Buzzy Bee and Friends board books (the perfect kind for little fingers). Lydia reviews Joy Cowley’s Buzzy Bee books for us. Lydia at Always Made with Love Click here … Continue reading
