Yesterday would have been Norman Rockwell's 116th birthday. So in his honor I thought I'd try fill a toy chest inspired by his aesthetic. With bright and simple toys, classic games, and the smallest of finds - this treasure trove of mid-century nostalgia was such a pleasure to put together...
To begin, you'd need one beautiful box:
And then lots of toys (mostly in tin, wood, and one in marble):
A true toy box also needs to be readied for moments of reading and writing:
And, of course, there must be the makings for dress-up play:
