8.30.2007

Waterproof Camcorder Goes Under Water!






Sanyo Xacti Waterproof Camcorder
The new waterproof Sanyo Xacti E1 camcorder captures stunning digital video and beautiful 6-megapixel photos -- on land and even underwater!

Practically four cameras in one, the Xacti E1 allows you to shoot both photos and video at a park, birthday party, or virtually anywhere else on dry land. And, when the opportunity presents itself, you can also shoot both photos and video while snorkeling or while just playing around in a swimming pool. This powerful little camcorder easily records both full 640x480 resolution video at 30 frames-per-second and high-resolution 6-megapixel digital still images, all of which are handily stored to a standard SD or SDHC flash memory card (sold separately).

8.09.2007

WeeRide Kangaroo Child Carrier

One day about 15 years ago a father took his young son with him for a ride on his bicycle. He had purchased a rear mounted bicycle child carrier and secured his son into the seat and pedalled off. Within ten minutes his son was screaming complaining he couldn't see anything and he was bored and wanted to stop. Once removed from the seat he refused to go back in. The father was forced to carry home his son and push the bicycle. He then concluded that their must be a better way to introduce his son to cycling something he desperately wanted to share with him.

Being a carpenter by trade he quickly created a wooden child seat carrier that mounted in the center of the bicycle, in front of the rider and over the bicycle's center of gravity. His son loved it and so did everyone else who saw it.

WeeRide Kangaroo Child Carrier

7.25.2007

Razor Pocket Mod Miniature Euro-Style Electric Scooter



The Razor Pocket Mod Betty is a miniature electric euro-style scooter. The Pocket Mod Betty can travel up to 10 miles on a single charge. At speeds up to 15 MPH the Pocket Mod Betty leaves similar bikes in its dust. Scaled down classic scooter design carries riders up to 220 lbs. Variable speed, chain driven motor for maximum power transfer. Large 12" pneumatic tires and rear suspension for a smooth ride. retractable kickstand.

Razor Pocket Mod Miniature Euro-Style Electric Scooter

Fisher Price Kid-Tough Digital Camera for Boys and Girls


Fisher Price Kid-Tough Digital Camera for Boys


Here's a real digital camera that's tough enough-and easy enough-for kids to use. What a perfect way for kids to get creative by taking, viewing and even printing their own digital pictures! Kid-Tough Digital Camera Features:1.3 color LCD preview screen that lets kids instantly see the pictures they've takenTwo-eye viewing which makes it easy to look through the viewfinderSturdy, dual handgrips for a steady shotBig buttons that make it easy for little hands to useControls are simple for kids to understand - no reading requiredBest of all, it's built with a durable, kid-tough designAdditional Features Include:Built-in auto flashStores over 60 pictures, with 8 MB built-in memorySD memory card slot for increased storage capacity (SD card sold separately)640 x 480 resolutionUSB cord for computer connectionCD of digital camera softwareWrist strapCamera is compatible with Windows 2000 or higher and MacIntosh.Requires 4 AA alkaline batteries (not included) and includes 1 lithium battery. Photo Software Requirements:OS Windows 2000/ME/XP Hardware: Pentium Class 500 MHz processor or better 75 MB hard drive space recommended Camera is approx. 5 1/2 W x 4 HAge: 3 years +

Fisher Price Kid-Tough Digital Camera for Girls

5.06.2007

4 Pc Peeling Fruits Set


Peel a banana, unzip an orange or shuck an ear of corn-just like the real thing! Made of durable, easy to clean vinyl, these realistic produce open through a variety of clever methods to reveal their insides. Note the Strawberry and Broccoli do not open. Ages 2+
dimplesanddandilions

Make a Kiddy Kitchen Using an Old Entertainment Center


Spotlightmama at Craftster shows us how her and Mr. Spotlightmama made a kiddy kitchen using and old entertainment stand. So very creative!

"First we took off the two cabinet doors, removed the hardware, and covered them in silver contact paper ($10, Home Depot - one roll should be enough) to give it a stainless steel look. Then we moved the handle on one of the doors to open from the top (instead of the side) so it was more like an oven. Most entertainment centers have magnets on those doors, so you should not have an issue keeping the door closed. We used all the original hardware, so this was free.

Next, we cut a hole where the TV originally sat and placed a silver mixing bowl (free from our kitchen) to use as a sink. We bought a real faucet ($7, Home Depot) to install behind it. Ideally you would have a jig saw to cut a hole for the sink, but we actually used a drill to cut out the hole since we didn't have a jig saw. We measured just below the rim of the bowl, cut a hole, and placed the bowl in the hole - we didn't need glue or anything. Same thing for the faucet - measure, cut, and screw into place.

For the stove, we removed the glass door and covered the bottom part in the same silver contact paper. For the burners, we spray-painted plastic lids (sour cream lids for the small burners and large, Sam's size cottage cheese lids for the large burners) with a high-gloss black spraypaint. We screwed a flat-head screw through the middle to screw it into the wood. The knobs were given to us for free by a friend who was trashing her stove. If you can't find a stove that is being trashed, you can buy the knobs at Home Depot for $15. We used a large bolt and washers to attach the knobs in place so they could still turn. We added the oven knob directly to the oven door using a bolt and washers.

For the back, we bought two pieces of heavy cardboard from Home Depot ($5) and covered one with floral contact paper ($3, KMart). We attached it to the back of the entertainment center using screws and lots of nails. If your entertainment center still has a backing, you can use that instead (ours was totally trashed). To give the appearance of a real backsplash, we raised the bottom piece a few inches and hung it in front of the top, wall-papered piece. We painted the portion that would hang above the stove black to match the rest of the stove. If I were to do it again (and I had a truck), I'd probably just buy one larger piece to hang. Working with two pieces was a major pain. You can buy a really big piece of the pressed board for $8 and have it cut at Home Depot and then contact paper the whole thing.

The long beam that runs the width of our entertainment center was totally chipped, so we also covered that in silver contact paper. For decorations, I bought push lights ($4, Home Depot - not yet hung as they need batteries) to hang above the sink and stove, a kitchen mat that matches the backsplash ($0.60, KMart), and two metal baskets to hold all of her dishes and utensils ($10, KMart). Total cost for materials and accessories - $40."
Craftster

Captains Mistress


"Although corporates have produced successful modern copies of this game such as MB games Connect 4™, the truth is that it goes back in history at least a few centuries and it has also been known generally as 'four in a row' or 'four in a line'. The game was taken on his exploration voyages by Captain James Cook and he became so engrossed with it during the long periods at sea that his crew gave it the name 'Captain's Mistress', a name which has lodged itself in history.

Players take turns to drop a disk down a chute, the aim being for a player to get four disks in a row, diagonally, horizontally or vertically. Masters Traditional Games has no less than 4 giant Captains Mistress games for you.

Connect 4


At last, the official Giant Connect 4 game - as licensed by Hasbro.

The game is tough and hard-wearing - ideal for children, public events or corporate entertainment. The game board stands 110cm (43 inches) tall, is packed in a strong cardboard box and is strikingly colorful. The game includes 42 colorful plastic disks."

Mastergames

Free Kid's Castle Playhouse Plans

Build your kid an awesome castle using these free plans!
Buildeazy.com

3.14.2007

Kinderkamer Accessoires




Mijnes designs accessories, especially for children’s rooms (also a little bit for grown-ups). These high-quality items are all individually designed and handmade, which makes each special. Everything by Mijnes is handmade, a lot of time goes into each product and they are of exceptional quality.
mijnes

2.07.2007

Joom's Springbuck ride-on toy

Joom's Springbuck ride-on toy, "At last, the bushveld meets the rocking horse meets the pogo stick.".

2.01.2007

Children's Teepee


These little teepee's can cost as much as $400.00. Here is a tutorial to show you how to make one. All you need is-
1 yard each of three colors foam-backed fleece fabric (60" wide)
2 yards of one color foam-backed fleece fabric (60" wide for lining)
7 pieces of 6' x 1"diameter bamboo garden stakes or PVC conduit
2/3 yard 2" wide Velcro hook and loop tape
3 yards giant chenille rickrack
2 yards coordinating chenille cord
large craft paper or cardboard for pattern
matching thread
HGTV

1.29.2007

Sterling silver bubble blower

I think this would make the perfect new baby gift!
Tiffany and Co.

Ben af Schulten 616 - Baby High Chair


Classic baby chair designed by Ben af Schulten. Made in Finland by Artek.
FinnStyle

1.23.2007

The Doggy Dung Disaster

The Doggy Dung Disaster & Other True Stories: Regular Kids Doing Heroic Things Around the World


The Doggy Dung Disaster & Other True Stories

1.22.2007

Waterford Crystal Baby Bottle




Treat your child early to the beauty of Waterford's Lismore. A classic pattern in diamond and wedge cuts adds to the beauty of this exquisite baby's gift.
Bed Bath and Beyond

1.10.2007

Urban Baby Runway


Made from vintage and modern fabrics, carefully selected for funkiness. Little flaws and color irregularities are part of the charm of these materials. Large-scale patterns will be interrupted by the cut of the dress, but it’s funky like that. The vintage fabrics come and go so there is limited availability for those patterns. See one you like? Buy it up before it's gone!

Felt and hand embroidery tees, tanks and onesies by Jakc Designs. All items are American Apparel combed cotton and machine washable on delicate cycle. Embellishments are made from various fleece and felt fabrics and are all hand embroidered or sewn. Available in tank tops, short sleeve and long sleeve tees as well as short and long sleeve onesies

Urban Baby Runway

1.04.2007

Potholder Rugs


These amazing rugs fill any room with style and personality. lavish cushions for the floor that are exceptionally rich in color. At one inch thick, they are durable and plush beyond belief.
Made of recycled cotton t-shirts and woven by hand in Massachusetts on giant frame looms.
Romp