Scarves | #unexpectedtoys
A lovely way to add some color to your play space is with scarves - today’s edition of #unexpectedtoys. Easy to thrift and available in allllll the colors, shapes, sizes,…
Gemstones + Crystals | #unexpectedtoys
GEMSTONES + CRYSTALS are this week’s #unexpectedtoys. 1) They are eclectic, beautiful, and they bring good vibes to your space (all the wins). 2) They are a lovely play invitation…
Loose parts in the sandbox | #unexpectedtoys
It was out with the mud pies and stews today, and in with ravine digging, ramp building, and car racing. Today’s #unexpectedtoys were wood offcuts and old bricks. I took…
Squeeze Pouch Caps | #unexpectedtoys
In a new section we’re calling #unexpectedtoys, I am going to share some of my favorite everyday items I love to include as toys in play spaces. Today’s unexpected toy…
Thrifting 101.
I love to thrift and I do it a lot. Thrift stores are 100% my happy place. Walking in feels exciting and like I'm about to embark on a treasure…
Bottle Babies | #unexpectedtoys
Bottle Babies*! What are they? Plastic bottles filled with colored water and (in this case) glitter, with the lids super glued closed. What are they for? Whatever your child wants…
DIY Nature Tray | #unexpectedtoys
Created using a drawer found on the side of the road, scrap pieces of plywood for the dividers, and this mirror from Amazon (I made two identical trays). This tray…