Packing lunch for your kid isn’t what it used to be. With an increasing awareness about their health an of course, your budget all this while keeping in mind the attraction of the lunch box, mommies indeed have a tough time planning and executing this not-so-little feat. Kids Konserve brings a very stylish and green manner to serve food to your kids in your absence.

This cool innovative waste-free lunch kit has been designed by two environmentalists. And it packs in quite a lot of stuffs like a recycled cotton lunch sack, cloth napkin, stainless steel beverage bottle, food cozy, two stainless steel food containers with plastic lids and a recycled aluminum name tag.

Not just that, special care has been taken to manufacture the stainless steel only from safe and certified food-grade materials, most of which is recycled. All Kids Konserve products are famous for being non-toxic, non-leacinhs and BPA-, PVC-, phthalate- and lead free.

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You will agree when we say that the jungle gym isn’t the fun that it used to be when were little. Do no fret, we are not campainging against our dearest retreat in the days of childhood. Just that the young turks today aren’t really impressed with the play structure. Gen-Y needs a toy that is in tune with the times. Enter Nexus Core. This is a design that readily combines organic forms to a raw architectural style that will appeal to the curious side of your child instantly.

We recommend this toy because it is claimed to stimulate action and excite any imagination. The sci-fi look is deliberate to entice the child’s sense of adventure. Plus it has many challeges to offer, there by ensuring that the kids do not have a single boring moment. And since the activity is vigorous, you can be sure of an early bed time too.

And this is trageted at 7-14 year olds. All sorts of shapes like curves, ellipses and angles create a never ending maze of fun. Each part of Nexus can be climbed on. It has been made in a hot dipped galvanized steel structure. The powder coat keeps its safe. Plus there is a tamper-proof atmosphere maintained throughout its structure.

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HANNSpree likes to be as novel as possible and it does it with panache unlike some brand who deviate just a li’l bit and fall flat on their faces. Their latest creation is the animal-theme TV. And the fresh models will be showcased at the IFA in early September. The cute and cuddly animals accompanying the TV include a zebra, giraffe, camel and polar bear.

We have a feeling that no kid will be able to resist not having this TV in his or her room. But we do realise that parents will be concerned about not wanting to promote TV watching so much with the young ones, but we think that the HANNSpree creation will be quite useful in fostering the kiddo’s interest in the animal kingdom. Then again, you can always block the channels you don’t want your child to see.

But the innovative TVs for kids isn’t the only thing that HANNSpree has to offer. As a matter of fact, they will be realeasing a whole range of new products which will also be showcased at IFA this year.

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If you love owning a BMW then you might just want to share the joy of driving such a brilliant car with kid too, or it might serve as a good initiation into worshipping your favorite speedster! The market is abuzz with talks of the new BMW Baby Racer II which is a whole bagful of fun for kids both outdoors as well as indoors.

A lot of thought and design has gone into making this little wonder. Thick tires hold the toy vehicle without making any noise and also  overcome small obstacles with a lot of ease just like an adult would do in his/her original BMW car.

The design is of a high-quality as you can well make put with the bright red seat that is upholstered to make it comfy for the young one. Plus it is damp-wipeable so don’t worry if kids are kids. The engine supports both low as well as high speed excursions. Standing on low center gravity, it stays on its feet even when in tight spaces like in your living room or garden. This one’s fit for kids up to 3 years of age and holds a certificate from the German Technical Inspection Association.

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Kids can’t stop themselves from enjoying the jumps on the trampoline in the school gym. And poor parents can’t help but continue fretting about their safety each time the schedule has a gym class mentioned. Thank god, someone has decided to do something about it. Well, the maker’s name is not known but the product that goes by the name of Springfree Trampoline is making headlines in the kiddies’ circuit.

This one has been designed keeping safety on the forefront while ensuring that the kids have maximum fun. The jumping surface has been created so that it provides responsive bounce without hard springs or a hard frame. Yes, you heard it right; the FlexiNet safety enclosure makes sure that kids stay far from injuries.

A great form of recreation, this trampoline stands on flexible fiberglass rods for that soft non-jarring bounce. This is unlike the traditional trampolines with springs that give a jolting bounce. You can choose between three models that are priced at $1,299, $1,799 and $1,849. We don’t know how they have differentiated in the prices but our guess is that maybe it is size-wise.

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With gas prices only an inch below the sky-limit and inflation turning two digits, it is wise enough to device automobiles that put low burden on your wallet. And the possible solution is production of models that keeps family travelling experience united. And the latest offering meeting your needs is a Zigo bike that actually erases the dad figure and chooses the presence of mom to be either behind or sideways whilst the kid enjoys his stay in the danger zone up called the ChildPod. The fine Zigo Leader Carrier Bicycle can be detached and altered into a buggy lightning quick, and the Zigo becomes accessible as an ordinary two-wheeled bicycle upon fixing the front wheel.

Priced at $995, it surely would offer a great ride to your young ones and chasing mom.

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If your kids are so fond of the Pirates of the Caribbean, how about getting them one home? Pinch yourself, as this is possible with a custom-built bed right from the Pirates of the Caribbean that unfolds as a play area. This is one thing that your kids would surely welcome. Seemingly pirate ship from a distance, this Pirate Ship Bed is all set to welcome only kits. Adults not allowed for simple reason they won’t fit in!

It dons the similar authentic pirate ship appeal and credit for that goes to its wooden feel, which is offered by a forward deck with a sail, working portholes, a wooden anchor plus four cannons on peak. You can also opt for a brass bell that comes as an on-demand accessory with this designer bed. But someone has rightly said, luxurious comfort doesn’t come cheap and following to this rule, it demands $6650 for an ordinary edition and $8050 for a complete version stuffed with bells and skulls.

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Another concept-based toy for kids but may turn a serious weapon for the health-conscious gentry. Production of gadgets featuring time or message via swiftly vacillating wand preset with tiny LEDs is a passé. Designer Jacky Wu has behaved smartly by implementing this technology to a skipping rope (jumping rope). They say this sensible device keeps a record of every jump and thus features calories burnt within a particular time period via built-in LEDs.

And as a result you have a chimera with a feel that someone is countering in the mid air. It could be a bit too much for all heavy-weights as it may put them in pitiful situation by keeping a low count of their jumps. Say what may but I strongly doubt this concept turning into reality for obvious reasons. Firstly, the smacking of rope with the ground would disturb the intactness of the LEDs. And fortunately, if they happen to function well then constant rubbing on the ground would offer a blur image to read.

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The yearly Kips Bay Decorator Show House started in New York on 24 April and will run through 22 May. To my utter surprise, around 22 designers would be using this as a platform and are provided with six apartments at The Manhattan House, 200 East 66th Street to participate in the Kips Bay Decorator Show House. For the first time in the history of 36 years, the show is being held in an apartment building rather than a town house. In coming days I would be updating you with designer credits. Tickets for the show would cost you $30.

Some interesting stuff direct from 2008 Kips Bay Decorator Show:

An Audi-design prototype chandelier hangs above a table in the Daniel Boulud kitchen. Also, the artwork of Caceres + Miranda designed by Geoffrey Bradfield is quite interesting. Simon Horn crib, configured here for a toddler, sits on display in a children’s room designed by Bograd Kids. A teak torso of drawers with superimposed silver breeds luxury. The BKH-designed living rooms, modern furniture, including a Vladimir Kagan sofa are amongst the attraction of the Show House.

A Vic Muniz drawing of chef Daniel Boulud hung in a Kitchen designed by Daniel Boulud and Rita-Louisa Garces.

The wavering 60’s chicks room, designed by Ellen Ward Scarborough Ltd. Is mind blowing. Sculpture by Jean Arp (R) features well in a therapist’s room designed by S. Russell Groves. Another elite attraction was chairs designed by Stephen Miller Siegel which have upholstered in horsehair fabric. Lastly, a bedroom suite designed by White Webb is worth a pick.

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Kid Kustoms is designed o offer a style statement to your little kid. Ready to hit the fast lane, this pram boasts of the best offering for kids. It features conventional hot-ridding tropes, over-the-hub fenders and even lustrous paint to offer a complete race car look. Nearly the whole thing about this pram can be tailored considering your likes and finances, while the top speed depends on how speedy you will be able to shove this obsession. The price range of Kid Kustoms varies from $2,000-$3,500. Believe me its almost eight-times the cost of my first car on my third birthday.

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