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This is pretty neat (and cheap!).

A glass that looks like it is filled with milk, but in fact, the inside has a special coating that lights up when you flip the switch. Now, you only have to flip the switch once though, because if you don’t want it to be on anymore, just turn it upside down and voila, it’s off… Perfect for a nightlight, or next to your bed or in the bathroom, or for the kids or – you get it, there are a ton of usage occasions that you can come up with.

$16.00, Buy it here.

Marimekko’s bright, printed graphics are perfect for jazzing up a kid’s bedroom…all you need is to pick the duvet, choose a complimentary color for an accent item (or wall) and you’re done (my point being you don’t need to go overboard…).

Metsänväki Duvet Cover, $89.00
Unessa Duvet Cover, $89.00

Buy it here.

This little light is pretty cute, and sure, it’d be great for a kid’s room, but I’d say it would look good in other areas too.

• handmade of 100% recycled wood
• perfectly suited to the nursery and to living areas of the home
• removable front panel for access to lightbulb
• wired for North America

made by hand by a Dutch carpenter in Leiden, the Netherlands
$296.00,
Buy it here.

This seems like a handy thing to have when you’re a little foggy as to when your new offspring did what.

With a six-month log book to record everything from diaper changes to doctor visits, your little one’s habits and routine will soon become clear. The illuminated time capsule, featuring date, time and even a timer for monitoring naps and feedings, makes it easy to record everything when the lights are off.

Designer: Scott Henderson
$39.00,
Buy it here.

This might just bring out your crafty side…looks kind of fun, doesn’t it? You could probably get all these materials at a craft shop, but then again, convenience is worth paying for sometimes…

Photo Blocks are a fun and unique way to display your favorite photos, and you get to tell people that you made them yourself! (Oohs and aahs will certainly ensue.) This easy to assemble kit includes everything you need to create two beautiful photo block sets. Photo-safe glue adheres your photos firmly to the blocks and a sealer gives them a protective finish and brushed texture. Easy instructions and all materials included; bring your own 4″x 6″ photos, scissors and ruler. Made in New York City.

Includes 8 wood blocks, foam brush, sandpaper, instructions, photo-safe glue and sealer. For ages 8 and up.

$25.00

This item is no longer available from the original retailer.

Graphic posters are an inexpensive way to decorate lonely walls; these posters would look great in a kid’s room, but maybe you could be creative with other words or sayings?

“we’re thrilled to offer these delightful prints to adorn a nursery or kid’s room. give us the name (or any word!) and we’ll make it magically appear from a sea of monochome letters. choose from 4 color ways.”

ships rolled in tube, unmounted, unframed. printed on heavy stock with satin finish.
sorry, this item cannot be gift-wrapped.
made by girl, usa

16″ x 24″: $50.00
20″ x 30″: $65.00
Buy it here.

Pretty cute, eh? Might be a good gift for expecting parents…

“what could be sillier? a best seller! absolutely everyone loves the touch sensitive flywheel and ergonomic design. sorry, no mute button. screen-printed on sweatshop-free american apparel Ts.”

$25.00,
Buy it here.

This is such a perfect wall graphic for a child’s room.

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Not a bad way to fill those minutes waiting for food, but if you’re over the age of 12 I’d suggest you check with any dinner companions before you pull out your chalk.

“Draw while waiting for your meal. Perfect for at home and restaurants. This single mat comes with 2 pieces of chalk and a sponge for easy cleaning. Washable.”

Also available in Blue, Yellow, and Green.

12″ x 18″

Check out this modernish mobile…there are some fun colors to choose from as well (if your purpose is to enthrall children, might I suggest the ‘Fire Fire’):

“In Japanese, puka puka means ‘an object gently floating in space’. Every Puka puka mobile is an original, handcrafted piece, balancing the forms and colors to ensure each mobile is one of a kind.”

Available colors: Fire Fire, Leaf, Smokey, or Spectrum.

Here are a couple of great wall graphics by Elly Nelly.

Walk This Way wall graphic, $26.00,
Buy it here.

Safari wall graphic, $33.00,
Buy it here.

Here’s some pretty cute (and sumptuous) crib bedding from Dwell Studio. Lots of other designs to choose from too…

Oval Dots Crib Bedding:
“…combines vivid patterning with the latest nursery trend. Specially designed to fit oval cribs, this Dwell baby bedding features chocolate-brown polka dots against a creamy vellum background.”
Materials: 100% combed Egyptian cotton, 320 thread count.

Oval Dots Crib Sheet, $33.00
Crib Set, $327.00
Buy it here.

Cowboy Dusk Nursery Bedding:
“This down-home crib bedding set adds a touch of rustic charm, featuring Old-West inspired patterns in vivid earth tones. This unique Cowboy Dusk baby bedding is sure to inspire admiration and conversation among all who visit.”
Materials: 100% combed Egyptian cotton, 320 thread count.

Cowboy Dusk Boudoir Pillow, $33.00
Cowboy Dusk Crib Fitted Sheet, $33.00
Cowboy Dusk Crib Set, $347.00
Buy it here.

Mobiles are an excellent way to take advantage of all that empty space above our heads. Plus, watching a mobile move slowly around is supposed to help you relax, and who doesn’t need that?

Camber Mobile (left): “gently curved elements in walnut (shown) or maple veneer.”
40″ d x 30″ h, $168.00, Buy it here.

Rift Mobile (middle): “composed of gently curved wood or bamboo elements. Rift shown here in a mix of natural and amber bamboo elements.”
$248.00, Buy it here.

Samara Mobile (right): “composed of gently curved wood or bamboo elements. Samara shown here in a mix of natural and amber bamboo elements.”
Small, 30″d x 18″h, $144.00
Medium, 48″d x 22″h, $166.00
Large, 78″d x 30″h, $220.00
Buy it here.

Storage inspired by a Japanese anemone box, the PJ Pocket Pillow’s lid twists off for hidden storage.

The Mathmos LED lights are so cool and would be perfect for washing a room in color. This one is 8″ across and can be used on a table top or wall mounted. It cycles through the color spectrum and if you find one you like, you can press the light to make it stay there. It would also be great for a kids room.