Author Archives: Maureen

Sophie the Giraffe Teether

The Little giraffe was born on the 25th of May in the year 1961… St Sophie’s day! In those days, the only animal toys available were farm animal or pet figures.. That is why one day in France, a certain Monsieur RAMPEAU, who was an expert in transforming sap from the HEVEA tree using the rotational moulding of rubber as a toy-making concept, came up with the idea of designing a giraffe. Such an exotic wildlife figure would be a first on the market, and its size and shape would be ideal for a baby’s small hands to grasp. SOPHIE is still “traditionally” produced to this day, a process that involves more than 14 manual operations. She is made from 100% natural rubber derived from the sap of the Hevea Tree. Continue reading

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Valentine Twirly Skirt

Many are the stars I see, but in my eye no star like thee. ~English saying used on poesy rings Remember when Valentine’s Day was easy? Yeah, a really long time ago, when you were young, and the biggest problem … Continue reading

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Cavallini Magnets (more styles)

Decorate your fridge with an assortment of magnets featuring beautiful vintage images. From Cavallini & Co. Size – 2 1/2″ x 1 1/4″ (magnets); 5 1/2″ x 4 1/8″ (tin) choose from: Butterfly, ABC, London and Paris Continue reading

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Ana Candles by Ana Designs- Cyan & Cocoa

Fantastic color combination of cyan and cocoa. Looks great in a dining or living room with dark woods. Continue reading

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