minor details

change it up

Portugese designers Mama & Papa (Jacinta and Casimiro Costa) have sent in images 
of their project '25 pedra de sal' a mobile baby care unit. Using an old kitchen unit 
and parts of a child's bike they created a mobile facility which can be used for 
storing diapers, baby clothes, blankets and most importantly changing babies diapers.

Ok, everything with regards to the form and function of this changing unit I love....... except the bike part. Unless you have a serious bike appreciation, I don't see this selling off the floor like hot cakes. However, I really like the design of the unit. I'd like to see if off wheels and think it could be a perfect solution for the shared bedrooms of parent and baby as divider of sorts. 

an updated gym locker

Ginásio Closet was created by 20.87 Estúdio from São Paulo. It's a nod to the classic gym locker made of reforestation plywood, steel doors and a steel base. A playful piece of furniture for any age.

carry it

Tote toys, tote a picnic, tote your beach gear.

hold 'em

These are great for toys.

spring cleaning

***Thanks to everyone who turned out for the sale this weekend. It was nice to meet some of my readers! For everyone else who was unable to make it, I will be listing everything that was not sold thoughout the week over at my Etsy shop. Click HERE to head over.

Here are some shots of the sale today so you can see some of the goodies still left for purchase!

come on down!

HOPE TO SEE YOU THIS WEEKEND! I am gearing up for the sale tomorrow. Here is a shot of my dining room table to give you a peek. So many of you have asked for photos and pricing and due to our major delay in returning from our vacation, I have yet to get back to everyone. But, stop buy tomorrow or sunday for a chat or to take home some of the highlights:

child child chair (1)

casalino chairs (8)

cosco chairs (4)

bertoia chairs (4) 

vintage scooters (2)

vintage desks (2)

vintage prams (2)

vintage doll highchair

and tons more.......... did i mention old cameras as well?

That's right ... I'm doing a little spring cleaning. I've decided to put my private vintage and modern children's furniture and gear collection up for purchase. This two day event will take place at my studio on Sat, April 25th and Sun, April 26th from 12-5. The studio is located in Dumbo , Brooklyn at 10 Jay St. Studio 612A. It's just off the York Street station on the F line. There will be tons more up for purchase so stop by, you'll never know what you might find! Just double click on the image below for more details.

Cheers -Jenn.

spring break

That's right kids, it's spring break. I'm packing up the family and taking a road trip! See you April 20th! in a few days...had a travel hiccup!!

 

(top image by nick and chloe)

making music

I love visiting Jolayne's blog. It's such a treasure. Here is a clip on how to make a Paper Roll Xylophone. It's in Japanese I believe but it's easy to follow. Take a peek and save your paper towel rolls for this rainy day project!

our TV show / paper roll xylophone from lullatone on Vimeo.

the skies the limit

I really like this kite. It reminds me that spring is actually starting. The designer, Damian O'Sullivan, took the words sky and kite and named this little number Skite.  

say what?

This Cartoon Caption bookshelf would make a kid's wall pretty fun. (via)

 

study

I really like these desks for children over at File dans ta chambre.

Sirch - AFRA

 

OSKAR AT WORK

 

Trébo Plato

Balouga - KAZAM 02

musical experiments

Dead Man's Bones is one part Ryan Gosling and one part Zach Shields. A two piece band with a dark, haunting Elvis Presley meets Johnny Cash kinda vibe. There is something very erie, vintage and really freakin catchy about their songs. The duo recruited the children's choir from the Silverlake Conservatory of Music,  suited in their halloween best, to aid in the song below. Pitchfork had a great interview wherein they discuss the importance of involving children into their music. I love the little guy at the end with his sword.....wait for it.....

 

any time any place

Crayon rings!

 

sweet

There is something so sweet about the Lumi poster by Le train fantôme and Elisabeth Dunker

yes

How dope is this Melodica? I think we need to add this to our family band of instruments!

An easy-to-play instrument with deep, rich sound, the Melodica is great for beginners and seasoned musicians alike. With a full 3-octave range (37 piano keys), a tonal range from F to F, and a comfortable mouthpiece for blowing air into, this instrument will teach you worlds about forming chords and harmony. Play it just like you would a piano, and the air you push through the mouthpiece brings the sounds of the keys to life! Extremely portable (play it anywhere!) and includes a carrying case. 

colorful and simple

I am in love with a majority of offerings from HAY. At first it was the PLOPP, then it was the Little Nobody Chair. Up now is the Helgo Small (an archetypical bean bag for kids) and the Pinocchio Rug. 

 

a table for play

Hedge Hog Home Goods made a pretty interesting Children's Play Table. It's a one-off and only available if you're located in the Chicago area. Haley, the designer, is also up for the idea of doing custom work as well. Interesting......