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Modern Cityscapes for Little Explorers

March 6, 2015 by crayonsandcroissants

These wood and chalk cityscapes from Kiko+ are the perfect inspiration for your littlest world travelers and urban planners. The Japanese designed chalk and wood cityscapes are a wonderful way to instill a love of learning, travel and city design in your kids. Little ones can use the chalk to draw roads and signs and organize the buildings and landmarks throughout the cityscape. Choose from the standard set, Paris or London. I have recently discovered this beautiful Japanese brand and am in love with all […]

Categories: Jet Set, Nest • Tags: Children, Eco-conscious, Family Travel, Kids, Organic, Toys, Travel

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Weeknight Wonders

May 5, 2014 by crayonsandcroissants

Ellie Krieger’s new book, Weeknight Wonders, is a lifesaver for busy parents everywhere! As any parent knows, it can be challenging to get a healthy and delicious dinner on the table night after night. Little M and I love spending time in the kitchen, but I definitely need meal inspiration sometimes and I am always on the lookout for quick, simple and nutritious meal ideas! Enter Ellie Krieger‘s new book Weeknight Wonders! Weeknight Wonders is filled with delicious recipes perfect for […]

Categories: Bites, Read • Tags: Children, Cookbook, Family Dinner, Kids

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Kidding Around with Hape Toys

December 20, 2012 by crayonsandcroissants

Hape Toys’ magnetic playboard set provides hours of fun. Are you still searching for the perfect holiday present for your little ones? Something that will be a surefire hit, will keep them entertained for hours (while you enjoy some egg nog and much deserved peace and quiet) and is eco-friendly to boot? Hape Toys may have just what you are looking for with their magnetic animals and magnetic vehicles sets. This fun game, part of Hape’s bamboo toy collection, comes with […]

Categories: Play • Tags: Children, Eco-conscious, Family, Kids, Toys

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Luxury Family Travel at the Four Seasons Los Angeles at Beverly Hills

December 17, 2012 by crayonsandcroissants

The Four Seasons Los Angeles at Beverly Hills might just be the perfect place for your next family vacation. As much as I enjoy hosting big parties and cooking up a storm in the kitchen, sometimes it’s nice to take a break and celebrate the holidays in style. So this year, we decided to spend our Thanksgiving vacation at the Four Seasons Los Angeles at Beverly Hills. Now, before you read any further, I know what you’re thinking. How can […]

Categories: Bites, Jet Set • Tags: Family, Family Travel, Food, Four Seasons, Kids, Luxury

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Chalk It Up: Homemade Chalk

December 4, 2012 by crayonsandcroissants

Learn how to make your own chalk with this crafts project from the book eco-friendly crafting with kids.  When Little M and I are feeling especially creative and in the mood to be artsy, one of the first places we look for inspiration is Kate Lilley’s fabulous crafts blog, minieco. The projects are innovative and eco-friendly, the pictures are gorgeous, and the materials are, for the most part, inexpensive and easy to find. I’ve written about some of the projects we have found […]

Categories: Craft, Nest, Play • Tags: Activities, Art, Children, Crafts, Design, Eco-conscious, Family, Kids

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