Made to Measure

Say good-bye to the door frame: Mark the growing of your child from birth – out on the colourful Made 2 Measure yardstick – wherever you stay.

Folding Rule • Beech, brass rivet, plastic clip • Drilling for mounting

Size: 1.6x200 cm

Available from Third Drawer Down.

$28.00

Vintage Baby Blocks

Vintage cowboys, aeroplanes, blues, greens and oranges make this set of blocks a must for your little guy!

This is a set of 6 adorable wooden baby blocks. Each block measures approximately 1 1/2".

***The wood used to make the blocks is non-treated and chemical-free! They were sanded for safety and then coated with non toxic, non flammable sealant for durability and sheen. To clean: use a damp cloth and soft, gentle strokes. As always, children should be supervised while playing with this and all other toys. Although these blocks were coated with non toxic sealant, they are not suitable for teething.

Available from Etsy shop, Lena and Lovely.

US$24 plus postage

Other designs available below.

Monkey Hats

Mini Monkey Hats are made with 100% cotton yarn.

They are available in varying colors, and will fit babies from 6 months to 24 months; the flaps are the perfect size to protect little ears from wind and cold.

Mini Monkey's make wonderful gifts because baby can wear them as they grow for years!

Custom colours available.  Also available in size 0 - 6 months.

Available from Etsy Shop, Cite Fuzz.

US$32.00 plus US$5.00 shipping to Australia

Other hat designs also available.

Wooden Star Wands

Great for birthday parties or lots of imaginative fun!  These wands are perfect for little hands. Whether your little one is pretending to be a fairy, elf, or princess, this wand is the perfect fit!

This five pack of wands can be in the colours of your choosing (red, orange, yellow, green, or blue).

The star measures 3" and the complete length of the wand is 12 inches.

The wands are made from sustainably harvested wood, AP Certified non-toxic paint, and the homemade natural wood polish is made from beeswax, jojoba oil, and essential oils. Perfect and safe for little hands!

Available from Etsy shop, Imagination Kids.

US$27 plus US$9.50 postage to Australia

Single wands also available for US$6.

Messenger Bird

Inspired by the idea of the Ancient Romans that birds are the messengers of the Gods, I have put my own spin this tradition- giving these little doves the responsibility of carrying these meaningful words and names on their backs for the holidays.

A hand cut ceramic dove is adorned with a small wooden tag, which is hand stamped with the word or name of your choice. (Please note the maximum length for text is a total of 12 characters/spaces).

Order yours with a word that inspire you, or don one with the name of somebody you cherish. The perfect gift for everyone on your list- you get to choose how to customize it!

Each ornament measures between 3 and 4 inches across. Due to the handcrafted process, each one is slightly different in size and shape.

The dove is made of white clay, fired in our kiln, and finished with a special protective surface treatment so that it will remain beautiful for many generations to come. It is designed to become an heirloom for you and your family.

Hole at the top edge of the piece has a silky cord laced through for hanging on the holiday tree or as a decoration elsewhere in the home. This cord also holds the wooden tag securely in place.

Available from Etsy shop, Paloma's Nest.

US$34 plus US$14 shipping to Australia

Organic Camera

+ Camera body with viewfinder, spinning selector "switch," lens that turns to "focus" and a contrasting digital screen on back.

+ Maple and Walnut woods lightly rubbed with our own beeswax and organic jojoba oil finish

+ 4.5" long x 3" tall x .75" thick body x 1.5" lens

+ Quality hardwoods sanded smooth

This toy arrives ready to give in a cotton drawstring bag with a tag that includes the wood used, a bit about our family business and care instructions.

Available from Etsy Shop, Little Sapling Toys.

US$23 plus US$10 shipping to Australia.

Also available with personalisation below for US$30.

Alphabet Block Sets

There are few skills that are more beneficial than being polyglot (maybe juggling). And we're sure you've heard that the best time to learn multiple languages is when you're a child. It's obviously too late for you, old-timer, but at least you can put your wee geek on the train to being multilingual! Let's whip those kiddies into super intercommunicatory shape! (We can't trust NASA to perfect Universal Translator technology by the time they're old enough to join Starfleet, now can we?) .


Language Blocks are the perfect tool for helping children learn languages in a fun and classic way. No need for virtual amusement when you have these all-natural, kiln dried blocks made from pure Michigan Basswood (take a whiff, 100% midwest goodness). Each set contains words and letters with corresponding illustrations that teach meanings and/or pronunciations. In addition to obtaining lingual competence, they are also great for developing a child's motor skills and giving them a grasp of natural physics.

The ability to communicate with different people all across the globe (and beyond) is something that should be endlessly encouraged!

Available in the following sets -

• Chinese Language
• Egyptian Hieroglyphics
• Japanese Language
• Sign Language
• Braille

Purchase from Think Geek.

US$37.99

Rainstick Tower

This beautifully crafted wooden Rainstick is great for catching your baby’s attention.

Turn the tower upside down and watch the colorful balls falling down. This toy can also be introduced when baby is learning to crawl.

A unique and stimulating toy for your baby and toddler.

Designed and manufactured by an Australian company. This stunning toy is crafted from eco friendly plantation rubberwood and finished with all natural beeswax and beads with non-toxic, child safe paints.

Size: W 8cm X L 8cm X H 23cm

Ages: 6 months - 4 years

Available from Eco Toys.

$28.95 plus $8.95 shipping

BB Blocks

The perfect way of documenting your children or pet’s age in photographs.  Makes a great gift for baby showers, first time parents or new pet owners.

Each set of BB Blocks includes 3 Blocks:

2 Number Blocks (number combinations 1 through 29 are possible)

1 Weeks/Month/Years Block

 

Available direct from BB Blocks.

US$40 plus shipping

See full Babyology review here.

In The Garden

In the Garden is a colourful and entertaining animation that introduces toddlers and pre-schoolers to the world of animals and plants in the Australian suburban backyard. Set to a cute and quirky original musical soundtrack and using real animal sounds, In the Garden includes many of the plants, trees, birds and bugs that toddlers are likely to encounter each day outside their backdoor, as well as a night scene, with the animals that come out into the garden at night.

Each DVD comes with 18 beautifully designed and sturdy flashcards, with information about each plant and animal, designed to encourage parents or teachers to provide a commentary to the animation, and help make watching In the Garden a fascinating and interactive learning experience. The flashcards also include questions and indoor and outdoor activities that relate to the animals and plants in the garden, to help young children engage with and learn about some of the wonders in the Australian outdoors.

Available direct from Life for Beginners and from selected stockists.

$35 (plus free shipping until the end of the year)

See full Babyology review here.

Peekaboo Toy Bags

Peek-a-Boo Bags® are quiet and educational  entertainment for all ages.  Shake it and squish it to find all the objects lost in the sea of beans, through the PVC window.

Each Peek-a-Boo Bag® includes a snap tag that lists everything to find.

Take them in the car, on the plane, in a waiting room, to grandma’s house, or anywhere you need the kids to be quiet. Create your own games; find something blue, find something that rhymes with… Tell stories with the pieces you find, the possibilities are endless.

Size: 16cm x 16cm

Available in -

• Green - Everything A to Z
• Pink - Sugar & Spice
• Blue - Ruff n Tuff

Available from Urban Baby.

$25.95

A handmade version below is also available from Etsy shop AE Baby for US$20 plus US$9.50 shipping.

Lovestamp Spoon

A lovely gift for a child, baby, grandma, mum or friend. A gorgeous stainless steel spoon personalised with whatever you like, a name a date a special message.

These are so, so sweet and because they are stainless steel, you can use them everyday! I recommend hand washing.

About 5″, and comes is a smooth polished finish, or hammered finish.

This piece can be hand stamped on the front only.

Fonts available are either small or large all uppercase or large lowercase typewriter font.

Available from The Little Kidz Closet.

$25 (including shipping)

A World To Discover

Satisfy your little budding geographer with a customized world map for their bedroom or playroom. This customized map will read '(Name)s World to discover'.

Educational, non-gender specific and fun for all ages this A3 sized poster will delight for years! Your World Map is printed with an 'aged paper' background to give your child the feeling of being an old-world discoverer!

The print measures 297 × 420mm or 11.7 × 16.5 inches. Printed on 160gsm archival, Chlorine Free (ECF) and Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) paper.

'A World to Discover' will come to you in either a hard mailing tube or a sturdy flat mailer.

Available from Etsy shop My Sweet Prints.

US$32 plus US$7.50 shipping

Floating in the Clouds

These hot air balloons float dreamily among the clouds in this adorable 3D wall art. Each piece of the wall art is separate from the others allowing you to hang them on the wall and arrange them however you want and can be moved as often as you like. They add texture and dimension to the wall and are the perfect touch in a nursery, child's room, or playroom.

Wall art consists of 5 three dimensional clouds ranging from 2.5 inches to 4.5 inches in width and two hot air balloons measuring 3 x 4.5 inches and 4.5 x 6 inches.

*Included with the order are adhesive tabs that you can use to hang the wall art. These tabs will stick tight to almost any clean surface, remove easily without damage to walls, and are reusable/movable.

Available from Etsy shop Gosh and Golly.

US$29 plus US$7 shipping to Australia

Wooden Toy Stacker

Lovely whirling, twirling wooden toy stacker. Wonderful first gift for baby or toddler. A handsome, durable, heirloom classic for little hands. Beautiful, tactile shapes and teether for baby to explore.

Handcrafted with care of locally, harvested maple and reclaimed mahogany. Sanded buttery smooth, then finished with a food-grade, non-toxic oil. Wonderful satin sheen that shows off the natural wood grain.

Stands approximately 6.5 inches tall. Base 3.5 inch square. Pinwheel rings measure between 3.5inches and 2.5 inches in diameter.

Availabe from Etsy shop prettydreamer.

US$38.00 plus US$13.00 shipping to Australia.

Baby Mary Jane Shoes

Solid color maryjanes with adorable ruffle detailing, will match anything in your little ones wardrobe!

- Durable outdoor treated canvas
- FULLY lined with a thick eco-friendly felt, padded insole and easy elastic closure
- Tough vinyl/faux leather sole suitable for walkers
- Comes packaged ready for gift-giving
- Available in sizes up to 18 months

Custom colours available on request. 

Available from Etsy store Ivory & Moss.

US$30 plus US$5.95 shipping to Australia

Peg Board Toy

+ Walnut, Maple and Cherry wood lightly finished with local beeswax and organic jojoba oil

+ Nine pegs 3/4" in diameter, 3.5", 4", and 4.5" in length, three in each length and color

+ Base 7" x 7" and 1" thick, holes .75" deep

+ Quality hardwood sanded smooth with rounded corners

Available from little sapling toys' Etsy Shop

US$22.00

Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes

As everyone knows, nothing is sweeter than tiny baby fingers and chubby baby toes . . .

From two of the most gifted picture book creators of our time, here is a celebration of babies and the joy they bring to everyone, everywhere, all over the world!

'This is a perfect read-aloud picture book . . . full of warmth and appeal.  It was a joy to read and a pleasure to hold.'
Margaret Hamilton, Bookseller and Publisher

Available from Fishpond.

$37.99

Spring Flower Beanie

This hat is made of 100% cotton yarn in cream with 3 stripes: butter cream, sea spray, and old leaf.

It includes a removable layered flower in the same colors. Flower is attached to an alligator clip but will not bother your child.

Completely machine washable on delicate settings this hat is perfect for busy moms. Lay flat to dry.

Will fit children 1-10 years old approximately. Measure your child's head first for accurate fit.

Can be made in custom colors or sizes.

Available from melunder8's Etsy Shop.

US$32.00

The Very Hungry Caterpillar - Pop Up Book

In honor of the 40th anniversary of Eric Carle's The Very Hungry Caterpillar comes the first-ever pop-up edition of this book.

When the familiar, tiny caterpillar pops out of his egg, a dial lets readers help him chug across Carle's earthy color palette. Next, the caterpillar eats his way through a week's worth of pop-up fruit, as well as a full-page display of sweet and savory treats, (resulting in a stomach-ache), before his eventual transition into a butterfly.

The pop-ups, particularly a half-cylinder tree trunk that sprouts from the center of the spread and a large accordionlike cocoon, are well executed and engaging. While the prominent use of white space lends a sparser feel than in the picture book, the shimmering wings of the pop-up butterfly dazzle on the final spread.

Availabe from Bebe Online.

$44.95

Also available from The Book Depository UK for $20.06 with free shipping worldwide.