Every parent knows that sometimes the simplest toys keep kids occupied the longest. A bit of imagination goes a long way.

Last week we got a new TV and our son played for hours in the box while we set everything up. This inspired me to look for other playspaces that we could buy for him to play with in our basement.

A cardboard playhouse is a great eco-play choice for kids because most are made from recycled, corrugated cardboard and they can be recycled after your kids are done with them. They are also a great way to inspire imagination and creativity. Every cardboard toy is a blank canvas for kids and can be decorated using paints, pens and crayons.

Here are 8 playhouses that we love, with #3 being my personal favorite!

1. Cardboard Paperpod - $72
2. Cardboard Rocket – $63 CAD
3. Little Playhouse I – $49
4. Carboard igloo kids playhouse – £24.99
5. Cardboard Design The Playhouse – $52.65
6. Villa Julia – $285
7. Cardboard Teepee – $85
8. Large fortress kids playhouse – £44.99

The popular thing for a designer to do is to collaborate with a trendy baby gear company and launch a limited edition collection.

Roberto Cavalli, is the latest designer to create an exclusive line of strollers to be called “Baby Safari Collection” in collaboration with Aprica.

The collection that will be launched later this month includes four strollers made in black, ice with dark brown head color and a golden custom RC logo on it. The hi-tech stroller boasts the “+ protection” feature that ensures support to the neck and the correct posture to the newborn. In addition, a transparent triple hood comes with double usability, i.e. blocks UV rays, allows perspiration and protects the biological rhythm of sleep.

The Thermo Ventilation System is another innovative feature incorporated that offers temperature regulation and reflection of heat. The aluminum and nylon fiber body is responsible for the lightweight and enhanced durability, making it more parent-friendly.

The price is not currently available.

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As cute as this buggy sounds, it will not be something that any of us will see.

According to daddytypes.com there will only be 15 of these strollers available at $1,500 a piece. They write:

Starting Nov. 26th, four will be at Colette in Paris; Selfridge’s and London and the Marc Jacobs boutique in Dubai get two apiece; One will be for sale in Amsterdam. And six will be for sale at Marc Jacobs NY.

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Pink Olive Boutique has some VERY cute onesies that spoof some high end designer names. Louis Spitton, Burpberry, Pradada, and Gucci Coo (not pictured)

Made of 100% cotton. Each design retails for $32. Available in 3-6 months and 6-12 months.

This is a cool retro looking set that your kids can play at and keep their toys organized in at the same time.

Nursery works kids furniture always makes the best use of each space. The products are compact and efficient for modern families living in urban spaces.

stools roll on castors

reverse stool tops for seat cushions

cushions can be used on stool top or on floor

The cushions are available in 5 different types of fabrics (twill, microfiber, terrycloth, felt and canvas) and 2 wood finishes.

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I came across these designer sandwich bags today and laughed because this is something I would of loved to have while going to school. Aside from the fact that your daughter will want them as soon as she sees them, if you have two or more kids it will be easier to determine which lunch is who’s.

A great way to pack those healthy (or not) treats to take to work and school, on a stroll in the park, in your picnic basket, to keep your knicknacks in or to hold those party favors for your next party.

20 heavy gauge, designer sandwich bags per box.

Made in USA.

Available in:

Alantic Dots Camo Green Camo Pink Ditch Dots Hampton Hearts Smiley (10 profile and 10 mini Smiley)

Available online at goneshopping.ca for $5 cad