Cool Things File:

A while back ago I posted about these bikes to help your kids take their first steps in the world of two wheels, and now I found these bright and modern ones from Glodos. They are called the BIT bike, and I think they are pretty cool, don't you agree?

Cool Things File: Chewbeads

Have you ever heard of Chewbeads? Yeap, they are chewable because they are made with 100% silicone so that your baby can safely chew on them. Isn't this idea pretty cool? I remember Matthew used to grab my necklaces, to a point that I had to stop wearing them!

I think this would make such a great baby shower gift, don't you think? They have great gift wrapping options and you can personalize your gift box in whatever combination you want, pretty cool.

Cool Things File: Nido

Isn't this absolutely fun and cool? The Nido Hideout was designed by Javier Mariscal for Magis and can used inside or outdoors. I found it while browsing the website of Ella & Elliot, a baby store in Toronto.

Cool Things File: The Tea diver

This is so funny! Do you remember when I posted about this one? The perfect partner in tea crime.
Via Bless this Stuff

Cool Things File: Japanese Paper Balloons

How cute and cool are these Japanese paper balloons? Love how they can be deflated and reused a couple of times! You can get them at Papermash.

Cool Things File: iPad Scribbly

How cool is this pen? Works for both your iPad and iPhone, pretty neat huh?
Via Bless this Stuff

Cool Things File: Fredericks and Mae

Mother Kite

Aren't these kites amazingly pretty? If they remind you of Confetti System is because they are a Fredericks & Mae/Confetti System collaboration.
You can take a look of more products by Fredericks & Mae here.
Via Seesaw

PS: I'm having a giveaway over at Kendi Everyday so if you want to win a store credit head over there!

Children Kite

Cool Things File: Tape Hooks

How cool are these tape hooks created by the Japanese group Torafu Architects? Can you believe they are actually made from paper? Yeap, the paper is soaked, curled and then dried in this shape, allowing it to sustain the weight of small accessories.
* Via Dezeen

Cool Things File: Simple Garden & Grow Bottles

Lately I've been looking up on how to grow herbs and vegetables and plant trees and flowers on our garden. We have a huge garden and at this point it is ugly and boring, so I really want to plant some pretty things to make it a little bit more nicer (and to give us some privacy from our neighbours!).

Now, I have never owned a backyard so I'm clueless when it comes to gardening. But since there is a huge lack of vegetables here (and I happen to be a vegetarian), and when you do find them they have been grown with sooooo many pesticides,  I decided to plant some things here and there.

But if you don't own a garden and still want to start your own, you could get either of these amazingly clever and practical products: The Simple Garden and the Grow Bottles. Both are ideal for beginners (like me!) and experts, and their design is clean and modern.
Via Cool Hunting

Cool Things File: Lemon Press

I have always liked this kind of squeezer but this lemon press is really cool huh? At least it would have been handy for Matthew's Birthday (I hand squeezed around 20 limes!)
Via Design Museum Shop

Cool things file: cool party!

With Matthew's birthday just around the corner I've been reading a lot of party celebration blogs for inspiration and when I came across this party I couldn't believe how they pulled this one off! I mean, to host your kid's birthday inside a plane? Insanely cool! Pretty sure this momma just raised the bar, and REALLY high!
To see more pics of this party and read about it head over to Hostess with the Mostess

Cool Things file: The Bike Shelf

How cool is this bike shelf?  Instead of having your bike laying around the house, why not have it stylishly integrated to your space?  The bike shelf is made in solid wood by Chris Brigham, clever I think, brilliant design. Via Apartment Therapy

Cool things file: Timeline

Aren't these bowls absolutely gorgeous? Yes, they are bowls! Designed by Venetian designer Luca Nichetto, the collection is named Timeline as each incision oxidizes every day generating a contrast of light and dark. Via Dezeen.

Cool things file: Funnel Friends

How utterly cool are duck-shaped funnels designed by London designer Roger Arquer? They come in 3 sizes and can be used as containers too, how practical is that? Love it!
Via Dezeen.

Cool things file: Hollie & Harrie

Gosh, just found the perfect sun shade for the beach. Isn't it really cool? It's from Hollie & Harrie, an Australian based company run by two lovely mothers who enjoy outdoor living. You can use them as tents in your backyard, sun shades at the beach, for picnics, just about anywhere!  Love how simple, stylish and practical they are.

Cool things file: Mini bikes

Don't you think these bikes are so cool? I love when great design and cool ideas collide. These bikes are made by Early Rider, with the idea of having your kids learn to ride bikes without training wheels. Made in England, in 3 different sizes for kids from 20 months to 5 years, they will sure make your kid look so stylish!

Cool things file: States pendants

How cool are these states pendants from Maya Brenner? I think they make the perfect gift for someone who travels a lot, because no matter where you go you will always have your hometown close to your heart. You can check her whole collection here.

Cool things file: Transparent TV

The toaster was amazingly cool, and this TV just blows my mind. Can you believe this clear flat screen blends in your home when not in use? Designer Michael Friebe submitted this design to the 2011 IF Concept Design. So so cool :)
Via Yanko Design

Cool things file: Concrete Wall

Remember the post about my love to exposed brick walls? What if I tell you that you can achieve the same effect with cool and real looking wallpaper? Well, I was amazed when Renee from Eat.Live.Shop posted about this high quality vinyl wallpaper designed by Norwegian photographer Tom Haga. The Concrete Wall collections is available here. Pretty cool huh? I definitely want!
Pics from San Francisco coming soon ;)

Can you believe this is wallpaper?

Cool things file: Transparent Toaster

How cool and stylish is this transparent toaster? First of all I think it would look fantastic on your kitchen counter and secondly isn't it great to be able to check on your bread while is toasting?...no more burnt toasts!
Via Hearted Girl