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Pullo’man

October 11, 2012

Although the little ones are still pretty tiny, I’m always thinking about great toys and learning tools for them as they grow. One of the most fun ones that I’ve come across is the Pullo’man pull along kid’s ottoman.

Ashish Rajadhyaksha first got the idea for the Pullo’man while running MoonSoup, a neighborhood child development studio in NYC. After talking with lots of parents and guardians, Rajadhyaksha had the idea to make a toy that not only was imaginative but also educational. Thus, the Pullo’man was born.

With adorable names like Bubbles the Elephant, Omar the Lion, Henry the Turtle, and Sprinkles the Cupcake; Pullo’man kid’s ottomans allow children to create their own games while learning to appreciate and take care of their space in their home.

Sounds like every mom’s dream, (including mine): a toy that encourages creativity, independence, and responsibility. Each Pullo’man toy can act as a ‘companion on wheels’, storage container, coloring table, and a fun place to sit that is only theirs. Ideal for kids two years and older, Pullo’man toys are also great for early childhood development: hand-eye coordination, auditory and motor skills development, and creative play.

I’m sure the twins will love the Buttercup the Cow and Bella the Car Pullo’mans when they’re old enough. Which one is your favorite? What sort of fantastic creative and educational children’s toys have you come across lately?

source: Pullo’man

by ST in Accessories, Children, Gifts, Just Because, New York

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The Crimson Crown says:
October 23, 2012 at 3:47 pm

This is a great idea, why is this not in production!?

Love the cake one!

ST says:
October 24, 2012 at 11:45 am

Yes Pullo’man is in production. Shipment to the U.S. is currently underway and should be ready by Nov 25th. Just in time for the holidays!

Connie Hanson says:
December 29, 2012 at 11:10 am

How much are they? How long to get one sent to Arizona?

ST says:
January 7, 2013 at 8:19 am

Hi Connie,

Yes – they ship to Arizona. I would contact the seller directly for pricing…http://www.pulloman.com/index.php/contact-pulloman.

Super Sprowtz

October 3, 2011

This is MUST read for those parents with tots that don’t like their veggies. Introducing the Super Sprowtz – really cute concept created by Radha Agrawal. Think “Sesame Street” of nutrition filled with a bunch of healthy veggie characters! Radha’s narration of each vegetable is meant to inspire children to get excited about nutrition and vegetables. I love that each Super Sprowtz character is given a special power turning them into a vegetable super hero:) What child wouldn’t enjoy that?

Meet Miki Mushroom, Zach Zucchini, Erica Egglant, Brian Broccoli, Colby Carrot, Oliver Onion, Gita Garlic, Samy Spinach, Suzy SweetPea, and Todd Tomato. So so so CUTE, right? I wish I can purchase these veggies as plush toys.

In reading about Radha’s background, the passion for educating nutritional lifestyle is quite evident. Before venturing in SuperSprowtz, she with twin sister Miki opened up SLICE, and organic pizzeria in New York. Miki opened a second SLICE location in the West Village and launched build your own ‘pizza kits‘ which are sold in selective supermarkets. I’m hoping my twins have the ‘super power’ minds of these twins!

Check out this adorable Super Sprowtz video (Beyonce’s version of loving veggies). Also stop by the site, SuperSprowtz.com. There’s tons of great stuff like, recipes, educational information, games, videos, and you can purchase the books there as well. You can also buy the Super Sprowtz collection at Amazon.com.

source: SuperSprowtz and YouTube

by ST in Accessories, Art, Book, Children, Food, Just Because, Lifestyle, New York

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Luxury Travel Paris says:
October 19, 2011 at 11:45 am

I have only been to India one time but I did bring back many clothes like the ones above. I just love the cool fabrics and the prints, very colorful.

Amylia says:
October 19, 2011 at 7:09 pm

Thanks for your sharing. This was great sharing. This will help me a lot. thank you so much.

First Ever Sari App

March 28, 2011

There’s apps for everything under the sun these days. How you heard of the ‘Sari App‘? Yes, my sentiments exactly..there’s apps for those, too!!! Sariapp.com provides step by step instructions on how to tie your own sari.

Few years back when I got married, I actually think I could have used this tutorial. If you’re ever breaking-out a sweat draping a sari, this iphone app may just help you adjust to the concept of Indian Standard Time. I do find it to be a cute idea and very creative. Do you have more fun apps to share that our readers may like?

source: Sariapp.com via CNNgo

by ST in Accessories, Just Because, Lifestyle, Tutorial

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Divya@soundhornplease says:
March 30, 2011 at 10:28 am

This is SO cool! I promptly downloaded it. I think I might still need it

Gia says:
April 13, 2011 at 3:13 pm

oh gosh – this is an app that I definitely need! If I ever top wearing those cheating sari’s with the clips… haha

tory says:
May 2, 2011 at 11:29 pm

The iphone app help me just time.

Block Printing Stamps

February 15, 2011

My obsession for block printing is of course widely apparent on this site. It seems block printing designs has been coming my way in herds lately.

Well, here’s a little something to add to my list. What do you think? I think these stamps would make great looking vintage invites. Spotted over at The Asian Wedding Editors Guide. I would love to grab myself a set of these wooden print blocks for my next DIY project.

source: Harabu House and The Asian Wedding Editor’s Guide

by ST in Accessories, Art, Just Because, Paper

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Sarah S says:
February 15, 2011 at 2:59 pm

hello there everyone, I’m new on here and excited to be a part of the discussion!

Meenoo says:
February 15, 2011 at 3:19 pm

These are gorgeous! I love block prints!

Divya@soundhornpleaes says:
February 15, 2011 at 5:14 pm

Hey ST- I’ve been following you for ages now, ever since Bhavna’s post about your blog. Added you to my blogroll on the blog finally Btw you can get these for half the price at St. Mark’s place in NYC. Can mail these out if you want!

bedazzled says:
February 15, 2011 at 8:13 pm

gorgeous blocks! love the peacock!

ST says:
February 15, 2011 at 9:35 pm

Thanks, Divya. So sweet but I’ve already put in my request. You have posted some cute ‘stuff’ on your blog – i enjoyed reading! I’ve bookmarked SHP.

Back From Hiatus + Sweet Sounds

February 1, 2011

Hello readers. This blog is finally back from its hiatus! My much needed ‘little’ break turned into a hibernation, I guess. Been feeling a bit uninspired and needed to pull the plug from my mac. Thinking a couple weeks during the holiday may do the trick (Yeah, right!)…ended up being two months! Ooopsie.

Here is continuing our ‘Sweet Sounds’ series with an indian-influenced acoustic rock band The Beautiful Losers. Enjoy. Much, much more to come!

P.S. How flippin cute is the bands logo???? When I saw the baby krishna sitting next to his cowboy friend – both holding guitars, I couldn’t resist but to listen to their tracks! Indo-Canadian Raj Ramayya and Brett Boyd, a San Francisco native started their band in 2001.

source: YouTube – The Beautiful Losers