The Favorite Objects Paper Punch Set
The Favorite Objects Paper Punch Set lets young crafters decorate notes with 15 kid-friendly images (hearts, trees, and the like). The interchangeable punches slide into the press; when you are ready to change designs, a pull on the lever releases both the punch and a confetti shower of shapes.Ages 5 and up. Melissa & Doug, $30 -- Ellen Harter Wall
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Twistables Markers and Flip-Top Markers
While we can't guarantee the end of dried-out markers, you'll up your odds with Twistables Markers and Flip-Top Markers. Both are self-explanatory: either twist the top or flip the attached cap to open and shut them. Simple brilliance!Ages 3 and up. Crayola, each $5 for a pack of 6 -- Ellen Harter Wall
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Inklings
We have to say it: we have an inkling your kids will love Inklings. These 1-inch square stamps leave photorealistic images of animals, toys, and more. Each of the 30 stamps holds enough acid-free ink for 3,000 pictures.Ages 3 and up. Wild Planet, $5 each -- Ellen Harter Wall
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The Ultimate Cutter
The Ultimate Cutter, from Crayola's new Total Tools line, had testers saying "Cool!" With its safety blade and swivel head, it lets kids cut curvy lines on paper more easily than with scissors. A mini cutting mat is included, but you'll still want to protect larger surfaces.Ages 6 and up. Crayola, $5 -- Ellen Harter Wall
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Cute Cupcake Holders
Better keep an eye on your cupcakes -- Silly-Feet bake cups look as if they might run across the table and take their tasty treats with them! These reusable silicone alternatives to a muffin pan are oven-safe and, when filled, can be decorated to look like clowns, space aliens, and more. When you're not using them for cupcakes, they're great for holding candy, serving ice cream, or feeding veggies to a finicky toddler. Sadly, my Silly-Feet quickly disappeared: my daughters decided they also made adorable desk accessories and put them to use in their rooms corralling ponytail elastics and tiny treasures such as beads. I had to pick up another package -- and make sure they didn't wander off.Ages 6 and up. Wilton, $10 for a package of 4 -- Ruth Spiro
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