Category Archives: kids

Vickangaroo

Greetings from the strange and wonderful creatures that populate The Vickangaroo Toy Company! I first fell in love with these little guys because of their animated faces—and upon closer inspection realized they really are miniature works of art. Aside from … Continue reading

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Nick and Kimber

Check out the Storque article about Nick and Kimber of Little Saplings Toys. They make really beautiful wood toys and games, and it’s so nice to see them get recognized for it! Congrats, guys!

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Stiksel

Stiksel, a.k.a. Karin Röling, was working as a graphic designer in the Netherlands when she decided to try freelancing. Fast forward two years and now she is the proprietor of a thriving etsy shop filled with creative pieces that showcase … Continue reading

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Karen’s Soap Co.

I’m a sucker for any unique letterform, so of course I instantly loved the SOAP soap from Karen’s Soap Co., but the more I browsed her shop the more clever soaps I found. Her handmade glycerin-based soaps are luxurious and … Continue reading

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Shop Local: Chicago

You know who’s awfully crafty? The folks down in Chicago. I could probably blog for a year about Chicagoans’ handmade goods, but here are a few of my faves: I crochet here and there — I’ve made several blankets and … Continue reading

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