Vintage suitcases collaged with vintage children's illustrations.

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• art
• , bags
• , suitcase

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• travel
• , handmade
• , meg rooks
• , luggage
• , mahar drygoods
• , vintage

What came first, the chicken or the egg? Why did the chicken cross the road? And why couldn’t all the king’s horses and all the king’s men put Humpy Dumpty together again? A toy for the philosophical tot pondering life’s great questions. A word to the adults: Ana Paula Rimoli learned to crochet when she was seven years old, sitting in the Uruguay Summer sun with her neighbor lending instruction. And she was hooked (pun intended!) Now with her two little girls serving as muses, she develops her own patterns for fantastic amigurumi toys. We're completely charmed with her sweet, simple style and the cast of characters she continues to dream up. Each set contains six crocheted eggs (two plain, two smiling and two containing removable yellow chicks!) housed in a recyclable egg carton. Recommended for ages three and up. Surface washable.

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• crochet
• , handcrafted

Sock Monkey Cranky Pants Click here to learn about the Cranky Pants waiting list!. A word to the adults: We don't know that there are many things cuter than artist Amy Kett's hand knitted Cranky Pants. You'll love these pants on your little pirate. Cranky Pants are also designed to be used as a natural cloth diaper cover as wool will absorb and hold up to 30% of its own weight in liquid. Kindly be aware that all Cranky Pants are made to order, so please expect a two to three week turn-around time. Additionally, please note that our Jolly Roger Cranky Pants are offered only as described and are not customizable (other than your selection from the fours sizes listed below). Hand wash. Care instructions included.

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• babies
• , parenting
• , accessories
• , crafts
• , decorations
• , daily
• , kids
• , handcrafted
• , clothing
• , print

With code: DAILYMAHAR you can get 25% off.

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• decorative
• , kid
• , mahar drygoods
• , light switch
• , drygoods

Our classic, old school pennants are the meticulous handiwork of Kristine Kaye, coach, head cheerleader and team manager of her Wisconsin based business Pennant Race. Cheer on your favorite person with a completely customizable and entirely handmade pennant featuring their name in beautiful hand cut lettering. Select one of eight colors for the pennant and a second color for the text. The large 12" x 30" wool blend felt pennants can accommodate up to eight letters.

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• homemade
• , handmade
• , decor
• , children

Leslie Alison Saito is the Paper Princess, creator of our favorite vintage inspired paperie and we're pleased to offer her lovely custom flat correspondence notes and coordinating envelopes. Personalize our Little Pen Pals stationary with the name of your choice and select from our list of five swell fonts! Packaged in sets of 10 note cards and 10 envelopes, all neatly arranged in a crystal clear box - perfect for gift giving.

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• handmade
• , children
• , unique gifts
• , gifts

Each Little Hero Cape is meticulously handcrafted in aerodynamic satin, features a snap closure for quick take-offs and boasts a flip-up collar guaranteed to create intrigue. Choose from nine saturated cape color combinations and any letter, A through Z, to adorn the back. Once you’ve selected your custom options Allison will make your cape to order and ship it directly to you, so please allow approximately two to three weeks for delivery. USPS Express shipping is not available for this item.

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• homemade
• , childrens clothing
• , toys
• , handmade
• , handmade toys
• , clothing
• , unique gifts

We don't know that there are many things cuter than artist Amy Kett's brilliantly designed Crankypants. Each pair is hand knit using 100% wool from the Peruvian Highlands that has been locally small batch died especially for Crankypants. They are perfect for everyday wear and can also be used as a natural cloth diaper cover (as wool will absorb and hold up to 30% of its own weight in liquid!) Every size features extra rows knit into the bum to make room for a cloth diaper and a drawstring waist for growing room. As the wool is hand dyed, please allow for very slight color variations. Hand wash. Care instructions included.

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• baby gifts
• , homemade
• , childrens clothing
• , handmade
• , unique gifts
• , baby
• , gifts

Here to help you minimize mealtime messes, we're pleased to introduce the 4' x 4' Deluxe Oilcloth Splat Mat beautifully handcrafted by our pal Kelly McCants of Modern June. Kelly combines degrees in theater and fashion, a career as a costumer and the love of her two kids to create practical and oh-so-charming oilcloth housewares. Select from a whopping 36 oilcloth patterns - one pattern for the mat and a second for the binding to create a custom look all your own.

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• baby gifts
• , homemade
• , baby shower
• , unique gifts

MyMimi ABC Animal Magnets Now we know that you're smarter than you look - you babies with your drooling and your babbling and your drunken stagger of a walk. It's a very convincing front that you most certainly should use to your advantage. Next time the adults leave the room, use these ABC magnets to leave them a message on the refrigerator door. When they return to the kitchen and yelp with surprise, just point at the dog and continue babbling.

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• alphabet
• , kids
• , magnets
• , animals
• , children
• , baby
• , toy
• , mahar
• , old-fashioned
• , decorate

Elf Slippers, Charcoal, 18-24 Months These lovely little elf slippers are specially designed not only for warmth and comfort but for quiet stealth. Caught shaking presents in your parent’s closet? Busted sneaking downstairs to catch a glimpse of the Big Guy? Never again. On temporary leave from the North Pole, we’re thrilled to welcome the cobbling talents of Jennifer Fay. She’s reinterpreted the standard elf shoe as these lush wool slippers created from felted repurposed sweaters with cashmere innersoles and non-skid leather soles. They wear beautifully as the felted wool is not only durable but gives for a comfortable fit. This one-of-a-kind charcoal colored (heathered grey) pair has 5 1/4" long midnight blue innersoles which typically fits a child ages 18-24 months. Materials: 100% wool, cashmere innersole, suede sole Availability: one of a kind medium fits ages 4-5, sole 7" long

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• artist
• , accessories
• , crafts
• , decorations
• , artists
• , vintage
• , kids
• , plush
• , handcrafted
• , fun

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• doc martiens
• , baby
• , construction
• , boots
• , children
• , rocker
• , knitting
• , black
• , booties
• , work boots

Paisley, striped and polka dot eggs? They’re easy to create with our new Tie-Dye Eggs Kits! The creative folks at Maude + Claude have hand assembled all of the essentials for you to transfer the patterns from recycled vintage neck ties onto eggs. The technique is deceptively simple and can be tackled by even the younger kids with the assistance of an adult helper. You’ll just need to provide a few readily available ingredients and tools that are likely already in your kitchen (scissors, cooking pot, water, white vinegar, tongs). We’ve found this method of decorating eggs makes less mess than traditional liquid dyes and creates far more impressive results!

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• easter eggs craft kit kids

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• toys
• , red
• , elephant
• , kids

Chick Chair

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• gift idea
• , childrens
• , kids
• , chairs
• , kid
• , bird
• , childrens chair
• , furniture
• , home
• , chair

Raplaplas are unique limited edition cuddly toys slowly handmade in Montreal by Erica Perrot, mother, costume designer, sewing instructor and toy maker. Her series of sweet party animals are perfect companions for your little one, ready for any rough and tumble adventure. Edith's soft hide is a rich morning grey cotton velvet with ears lined in silky silver satin and embroidered eyes. She can be easily machine washed in cold water and hung to dry.

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• kids toys elephant stuffed animal

Our wonderful whale chalkboards have been fished from the vast imaginations of Wisconsin based artists Ben Floeter and Natalie Wright, whose combined talents comprise the company Suddenly, It’s Real! Each whale is hand cut from solid pine and treated with a matte black chalkboard finish allowing junior seafarers to write, erase and re-write endless sea shanties and pirate knock-knock jokes. Wall-mount your marine mammal or beach it on your bookshelf for easy access. Each arrives with a stick of white chalk that rests neatly in the blowhole.

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• kids chalk board decor

Cupcake Toppers, Birthday Party Looking for a party stopper? How about a cupcake topper! We guarantee your treats will be the talk of the kindergarden party circuit. A word to the adults: Cathy of California was raised by a super crafty mom and her projects are based on crafts she made as a little girl, as well as ideas she find in her collection of vintage craft and design books from the 1960s and ‘70s. We also love that she’s a window dresser and tend to think of her as our own crafty Rhoda. These brilliantly simple cupcake toppers are created from retro colored hand cut felt perched on wood toothpicks. Each pack contains a set of six toppers. Please note that these are not toys but are for decoration only. $5.00 Creator: Cathy of California Materials: hand cut felt, wood toothpicks Set of 6, each approximately 3 1/2" high

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• cupcake
• , accessories
• , crafts
• , decorations
• , lucky
• , artists
• , vintage
• , kids
• , favors
• , plush

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• popcorn
• , boxes

Debbie Chialtas is the mastermind behind Soapylove's clever line of 'soapsicles', mild handmade glycerin soaps with delicious scents and a foamy lather. Nilla Sammies Soapsicles are designed to look ice cream sandwiches, vanilla ice cream between two chocolate cookies with a comical bite out of one corner. These Soapsicles are not only beautiful, they're deliciously scented like vanilla and chocolate. We love the idea of tying a simple tag with the name of each birthday party reveler, and using them as place cards at the table. Use your imagination and feel the love! Read the MDG blog profile of Debbie Chialtas and learn more about the artist who created this item.

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• soap
• , soapylove
• , soapsicle
• , popsicle soap

I grow stuff and like cute little monsters. What more could this gardener ask for! This is simply cute. I want to lovingly creat one of these monsters to guard my garden!

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• monster
• , gardening

At least four localities in the US claim to be the "Popcorn Capital of the World": Marion, Ohio; Ridgeway, Illinois; Schaller, Iowa; and North Loup, Nebraska. In an apparent attempt to solidify their commitment to the title Illinois made popcorn the official state snack and in October 2006 they unveiled the world's largest popcorn ball weighing 3,415 pounds with a circumference of 24.5 feet! A word to the adults: "Hot, Fresh, Delicious Popcorn!" We're offering sets of 6 vintage, yet unused and clean, popcorn boxes with a fantastic scalloped upper edge and the iconic red and white stripes. These would make fantastic containers to fill with goodies for the little guests at Jr's circus or movie themed birthday party. Place one at each place setting with a popcorn ball and movie rental gift certificate...or a bag of peanuts and a circus animal figurine. Or you could...fill them with popcorn.

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• craft
• , handcrafted
• , vintage
• , decorations
• , old-fashioned

This really is an exquisite set of architectural blocks, including Roman and Gothic arches, towers and turrets for all manner of castles.

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• blocks
• , toys
• , kids
• , handcrafted
• , wood
• , building
• , preschool
• , toy
• , baby

Hockey Skates Baby Booties, 0-6 mo. Now careers on the ice, like those of Michelle Kwan or Wayne Gretsky, are something to aspire to. But let's get that walking thing under control first...and in the meantime, satisfy those athletic leanings by at least looking the part. A word to the adults: These fantastic baby booties are made by a very talented pair of hands with many years of crochet experience. They are also all made to order, so please expect a two to three week turn-around time. (Although, it will probably be sooner!) And we may have a few pair in inventory if you need them ASAP, email us before ordering and we'll check stock for you. Machine washable and dryable for easy care. $40.00 Quantity: Creator: Heather's Treasure Box materials: crocheted in cozy acrylic yarn availability: made to order Sizing: 0-6 months

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• hockey skates
• , embroidery
• , baby gift
• , baby shower
• , craft
• , homemade
• , artist
• , parties
• , child
• , creative

When author Sara O’Leary wrote and introduced us to her book When You Were Small we were instantly smitten not only by her simple imaginative story but also by the beautiful illustrations of Julie Morstad. It’s a bedtime story told by a father to his son about when the little boy was small, not younger but quite literally smaller. Named one of the best books of 2006 by the Association of Booksellers for Children, we’re pleased to see this wonderful book begin to garner well-deserved recognition. You can learn more about the author, illustrator and story at it’s very own web site. When You were Small was published by a small independent press, Simply Read Books in 2006. Recommended for ages 5 and up.

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• mahar drygoods
• , when you were small
• , kids
• , books

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• handmade
• , pottery
• , kids
• , mahar drygoods
• , tea set
• , white
• , children
• , red
• , party
• , girl

The Chick Chair is made of baltic birch plywood, which is strong, lightweight, and stable. Low emission glues keep off gassing to a bare minimum as compared to MDF, particleboard, or other engineered materials. Water based interior wall paints are used for all colors options and finished in traditional shellac, which creates a natural, durable, water-proof finish that can be wiped clean easily. Shellac is a time-tested wood finishing material that is made from the cocoons of a small beetle dissolved in alcohol. This makes it safe enough for Junior to put in his mouth and chew on if he likes. You should also know that all of the chair’s edges have been rounded for safety.

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• interior design
• , chick chair
• , chair
• , toddler
• , room decor
• , kids
• , mahar drygoods
• , green
• , children
• , bird

These high quality, super soft bath towels come in sage green with chocolate brown appliqué and matching border stitching. We designed the dancing bunny, and the very talented Kathy Steig brought it to life

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• rabbit
• , children
• , green
• , mahar drygoods
• , bunny
• , kids
• , brown
• , child