Paradise Tree
- Designed by: Oiva Toikka
- Made by: Magis
- More Info: magisdesign.com
They might be the four words that children dread most: “Go clean your room.” Chores are a bore, but perhaps the cuckooing fauna of this cheery clothes stand will quiet the dulcet chorus of “Aw, Ma, do I hafta?”
Articles
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Baltimore Tree House
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An Atypical Tree House
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Dwell Collections
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Children's Bedrooms
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Last Minute Ideas for Kids
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A Look at Playrooms
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Events
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Cottages for Kids 2010
CVHN Cottages for Kids is a unique fundraising event that benefits Children’s Volunteer Health Network, Inc., a faith based, 501(c) 3 non-profit organization that seeks to enhance the lives…
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Fruit Tree Grafting Workshop
In this hands-on workshop from Slow Food Chicago, you will graft and take home a low-maintenance fruit tree that can produce fruit organically without harmful spraying. There will also be…
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Google SketchUp Tutorial for Kids
As part of the upcoming Kids' Digital Design Contest, architect Mason Kirby will introduce parents of would-be contestants the basics of working with SketchUp, a free 3D modeling program from…
Tips
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Tiny Modernists Need Tiny Furniture
It’s really important to have furniture that is scaled to children-size. Definitely get tables and chairs that fit the kids.
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Toys Don't Have to Be Synthetic
Avoid plastic and instead go for natural wood. Wood furniture and toys may cost more but have a handmade quality, feel nicer, and will last longer.
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I showed this to my 3 year old and it's on his wish list!
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