Ingela P Arrhenius Nesting Dolls

Some toys are classics for a reason and nesting dolls are up there with the best of them. This hot retro twist on the original concept had my pulse racing faster as soon as I clapped eyes on them. Designed by Ingela P Arrhenius a Swedish designer who is inspired by the art of the [...]

Fish Kite by Vilac

We have been enjoying the windy weather this weekend with a brand new kite. This fabulous fish kite by French toy makers Vilac is just the ticket for some skydiving fun. The kite itself is giant sized and has a long tail (not pictured) which has coloured bows along its length. In strong winds it [...]

Mini Micro Scooter

Ever since Natalie wrote about Micro Scooters waaaay back in 2008 they have been in the back of my mind as the must have scooter. In our village children whizz down the road to play group, arriving giggling and out of breath with excitement. A few ‘school gate’ chats and I was in no doubt [...]

Domed Climbing Frame

When my mother found a climbing frame petite enough for our cosy garden we were over the moon. Once it was constructed and looking like a crazy green spaceship had landed on the lawn I was a little worried but as soon as my then 23 month old daughter eagerly clambered to the top I [...]

Handmade Princess and The Pea Set

When I posted about the rise of The Princess and the Pea as a nursery trend I really wanted to include this beautiful handmade play set but it was not in stock at the time. On reflection it is probably just as well as it deserves a post of its very own. Manda of TreeFall [...]

Cuckoo Nest at Lark

I feel dizzy every time I look at the phenomenal collection from New Zealand based Cuckoo Nest in Australian store Lark. Cuckoo Nest have created a folksy collection of children’s toys and accessories from felt and vintage fabric. The detailing on each handmade piece is stunning and I love the quirky designs. You can buy purses, [...]

Ladybird Activity Kits

These charming activity kits include all you need to pass a rainy afternoon. Each kit is packed with all nostalgia and fun of the original Ladybird Books. The kits also include more ideas for fun things to make using everyday items along with classic images from the Ladybird archives. They cost £11.95 from The Pod [...]

3 Hot Buys…Pretend Play Fridges

Natalie writes… I absolutely love pretend play toys and the vast array of gear means that you could create a mini home for your toddler! If you’ve been on the lookout for fridge to go with your play kitchen, here are three hot buys… On the left is Pintoy’s Regrigerator which is made from replenishable [...]

Hot Toy List for Toddlers – Bikes & Trikes

Radio Flyer Stroll & Steer Deluxe Trike If you’re looking for precision on your journeys, look no further than this fab trike that has been with Gwen Stefani and family. Not only can you push with the handle but you can steer too, giving it a distinct advantage over it’s competitors. It’s also got a [...]

Hot Toy List for Toddlers – Ride On Toys

Hippychick Wheely Bug Cute but cool, it not only looks great but has fab manoeuvrability. The bug is a soft padded layer of sponge covered in a tough wipe clean, polyurethane skin available in a variety of animal themes. Sizes small for 1-2 years or large for 2-5 years. Best Buy £42.95 to £49.95 from [...]

Louella Toys

Claire writes… Louella toys is a definite one to have a look at when you are choosing Christmas presents for your bambinos. I came across the site when I was searching for something for Son #2′s birthday, and had a hard time deciding what not to buy! The specialise in traditional, handcrafted toys that stand [...]

Play Top

Natalie writes… The last time I checked out a free play toy, it was a Bilibo which is a design classic and a totally simple idea – take something that looks like a cross between a bowl and a botched up colander, make it from super solid recyclable plastic, and then just let your childs [...]

Wooden Toy Cleaning Set with Barrow

Natalie writes… I’m beginning to realise with pretend play toys that you really could go to town with creating a whole miniature life for your child. My latest find at Baby Angels, this Wooden Toy Cleaning Set with Barrow makes me at 31 years old feel nervous. I don’t have this level of equipment to [...]

Cardboard Dolls House

Kat writes… I love a dolls house and ToddlerGeek could well end up with five or six if I can’t control my impulses! This dolls house is made from cardboard which makes it light and collapsible. I like the layout of this house, wide open rooms with Georgian windows over two floors with an attic [...]

Spotlight on…Haba Biofino Food Range

Natalie writes… I love pretend and imaginative play toys which have seriously raised their game from when I was a kid and it was plastic-not-so-fantastic all the way! Well it was the late 70s, early 80s.. Haba is a German company who are widely know for their creative range of wooden toys, especially their wooden [...]

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