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You've found them! These are the original and all-time classic alphabet blocks. They're made in the US from basswood and are brightly colored and embossed with child-safe inks (i.e., no lead, no funny stuff!). Each handcrafted set includes 27 blocks that feature letters, numbers, and animals. These withstand the test of time. [Also available in Danish, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Italian, Norwegian, Polish, Russian, Spanish, and Swedish] $29
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Jurassic Park was a groundbreaking movie when it was released -- brand new digital imaging technology, the works. And yet, what I remember most about that movie is that it's poison-spitting dinos inspired every 8 year old I knew to run around proclaiming "Say it, don't spray it." And that's exactly what I think of when I look at these adorable jammies from Skivvydoodles. Regardless, I love the print, the lively colors, the sensible (and required) flame-retardant material. You can put your little fire-breather to sleep knowing he'll be safe and inspired to dream of far away places and long ago eras. [Source: My Posh Baby, 5/27/07, http://www.myposhbabyblog.com/2007/05/say_it_dont_spr.html]
Welcome to Honfleur Home's "new classics" blog featuring a contemporary collection of items that feel good to the touch, please the eye and ear, and showcase the very best in accessibly-priced and highly polished design.
We are a source of inspiration for those seeking
goods and handicrafts not carried by major retailers, including interior decor; clothing and loungewear; textiles; linens; housewares; original artwork; and award-winning toys, books, music, and video. What we present is sometimes hot but always "now", never flavor of the week but often trendsetting, and above all, the original, the standard-bearer and two cuts above.
And, Since We've Been Asked . . .
Yes, our company has a guiding philosophy - (a bit treacly, but bear with us): We figure that most people are happiest when they have what they need; get enough sleep; realize that measured indulgence is entirely human; and appreciate the importance of small, good things.
[Besides, we can't all shop in Target all the time. Sure, the right Merona T is the right Merona T, but at some point, frequent Target and Ikea shopping conjures memories of The Stepford Wives (the original movie version, of course). Plus, there's always the risk of fluorescent light induced blindness. And we try not to scare everyone by offering artist inspired children's games from $6 - $24 (no Baby Be Brilliant for us)].
