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Today’s post written by Angela

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A quickie, but a goodie today!

Ekidna Kids – www.ekidnakids.com.au is currently have a doozy of sale happening that you won’t want to miss. There’s a heap of wonderful stock and the discounts range from 10%-60%, postage is free on orders $200+ and there’s a loyalty program too so you can build up points for your next order.

Ekidna Kids stock a impressive selection of products from top baby and kids brands, including Anamalz, Annabel Trends, Aroma Baby, Babe Mode, Baby Blankie, Baby Legs, Badger Balm, Baobab, Beautiful Soles, Bebe, Bertini, Bud, Brio, Cheeky Little Soles, Chelona, Crocodile Creek, Eternal Creation, Fairy Floss, Fiesta Crafts, Fish Lilly, For Walls, Fruity Faces, Heimess, Humphrey’s Corner, Infancy, Isoki, Itsy Bitsy, Jaffa, Karma Baby, Lark Designs, Latitude Enfant, Little Chipipi, Longueville Media, Mamas & Papas, Marquise, Messaround, Milkwrap, Minihaha, Mondays Child, My Munchkin Home, Nature’s Child, Oobi, Paper Eskimo, Peter Rabbit, Pia Eriksson, Roocci, Russ, Sigg, Skip Hop, Smart Mom, Smirk, Starchild, t4tot, Toys Pure, Uchi, Vintage Kid Designs, WallCandy Arts, Wink Designs and Woof!

Who could want for more? Go to it and reap the rewards before stock runs out!

Ekidna Kidswear charge from $7.50 postage, and orders over $200 are delivered FREE, Australia-wide.  International orders are welcome. Visit the Delivery information page for full shipping and delivery details.

Today’s post written by Anna

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Bittersweet.

Ever felt this mixture of emotion?

There is something of this in what I feel about the current season of life with our little girl. At 14 months she is slowly making her move out of baby-land and into toddler-hood.  On the one hand I am urging on this new season, yet on the other I don’t want to close the door on her baby days – she is my last baby after all!

Whatever the season for you today, I bring you an offer from the very lovely Denise at Chic Kids – www.chickids.com.au without any hint of bitterness at all: only sweet!

Denise is extending a very generous offer to all KidStyleFile readers of 20% off store wide – including her entire Delicious Discounts section – PLUS a FREE Wooden Animal Bookmark (while stocks last). How sweet it is to be loved by Denise! Enter code ‘CHICKIDSKSF‘ at checkout to redeem this fab offer until 31 March 2010.

Denise has put all of her mothering prowess (she’s a mum of full-grown triplets and a grand-mama now too!) to work in selecting the fine kids fashion, toys and accessories, plus a few special items for mums, that come together at Chic Kids. And remember you can take off 20% of everything in the store. However, I must pause and mention that the bargains are honestly so good in the Delicious Discounts section of the store, that I have sourced all of my favourite finds for today from this one section of the store: everything pictured below is under $26.00 after applying your KSF discount. Sweet!

*Discounted prices quoted are exclusive to KSF and only applicable with special discount code (read above). Offer expires 31 March 2010.

1. Soda Kids Coral Top $38.95 $27.26 less 20% = $21.80
   
2. Soda Kids Coffee & Cream Pants $36.95 $25.87 less 20% = $20.69
   
3. Bebe Print Dress – Sue $38.95 $27.26 less $20% = $21.80
   
4. Baobab Infant Hoodie $33.95 $22.07 less 20% = $17.65
   
5. Baobab Bodysuit $37.95 $26.57 less 20% = $21.25
6. Baobab Striped Dress $45.95 $32.17 less 20% = $25.73
7. Bebe Jnr Windsor Striped Shirt $37.95 $26.57 less 20% = $21.25
8. Moppit Striped Footless Tights $29.95 $20.96 less 20% = $16.76
9. Moppit Bat Tree Tee $39.95 $27.96 less 20% = $22.36
10. verymeri – Woof! Short Sleeved Tee $29.95 $20.96 less 20% = $16.76
11. Marquise Striped Shorts $29.95 $20.96 less 20% = $16.76

Chic Kids source the best kids fashion, toys and accessories (plus a few special items for mums) from the following range of brands: Aden + anais, Annabel Trends, Aroma Baby, Asthma Friendly, Babymode, Baby Einstein, Babyboo, Babylegs, Baobab, Baby Bee Cino, Beach Bums, Bebe by Minihaha, Bebe Jnr by Minihaha, Books To Wear, Bright Starts, Brio, Bunnykins, Cheeky Monkey, Chic Kids, Crocodile Creek, Disney DVD, Eternal Creation, Fairy Girls, Fresh Baked, Get Fresh, GUND, Jacques Farel, Kaloo, Kate Finn, Kiddy Sac, Le Bon, Little Heros, Little Swish, Look at the Wall, Mamas & Papas, Marquise, Mini Mermaid, Mon Tressor, Mooo, Mooo – New, Mooo T-shirts, Mooo Toys, Moppit, Mother Hen, New Seasons, No Throw, okidokie, Opal London, Ozbozz, Pebbles, Plumb, Poche, Princess Ratbag Pettiskirts, S & S Fortuna, Sckoon Organic, Soda Kids, Sparkle T, Star & Rose, Starchild, Taggies, The Happiest Baby, Tickled Pink, Tkxi Surf, verymeri, Walt Disney Records, Wild Eagle Trading, and yoli-poli.

Postage at Chic Kids is determined by weight and/or size. For most items postage will be $7.95. Orders over $200 receive free postage. See the Chic Kids FAQs for details.

Today’s post written by Cassi from The Crafty Crow

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Hello everyone! Time just flies by, doesn’t it? I can’t believe Easter is just around the corner so here are some fun ideas to get you going.

Several of these projects use googley eyes. These are a great little item to have in your craft stash – you can buy them plain or with a sticky back so think about picking some up the next time you’re out

Enjoy!

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1 - Sparkplugging shows you how to make these adorable finger puppets that are made from chenille stems, pompoms, and googley eyes.

2 - Everyone can make an Easter bonnet with this simple tutorial at Lottie Lulu.

3 - One More Moore makes an easy Easter treat with Oreo’s, chocolate, and candies.

4 – I think these sun catchers at 4 Crazy Kings are really cute – this is a great project to do with a group of kids.

5 - Paint some watercolor eggs with this idea at My Montessori Journey. Hang several from string and they would make a great Easter garland.

6 – You’ll get some beautiful eggs with this process at Full Circle, just be careful with the hot eggs!

7 - One Golden Apple has the directions for these sweet fuzzy birds – so cute you’ll want to make a whole flock.

8 - Kids can make these jelly bean bracelets found at Mrs. D. Lightful for a fun treat or party favor, or make them on your own and slip them into an Easter basket.

9 - More Mom Time shows you how to make these cute wobbly eggs.

10 - Get started now with these sprouting egg heads to have them ready for your Easter table – details are at A Number Of Things.

You’ll find many more great craft ideas at The Crafty Crow, I hope you’ll come by and say hello! If you have a project that you would like to submit then send it my way – details are in the right column on The Crafty Crow.

You can view more ‘The Crafty Crow Presents’ posts on KidStyleFile here.

Today’s post written by Leah

The seasonal change brings with it an awesome display of vibrant colour as our trees transform their leaves from green to brown and slowly lose their leaves ready for the winter that approaches. Nature is replicated in some of our favourite stores such as Paperartzi Boutique – www.paperartziboutique.com.au, where the cool and breezy summer stock is being replaced by snugly autumn/winter ranges, making now the perfect time to sweep up some bargains.

Until the end of the month you will find up to 60% off a wide range of well known labels at Paperartzi Boutique. Many of your favourite brands including Fred Bare, Big by Fiona, Miss & Mini Metalicus, Tommy Rocket, Two Belles, Sooki Baby, Ouch, Eeni Meeni Miini Moh, One Red Fly, Seafolly and Tiger Joe are at greatly reduced prices.  (With Miss N moving into a size 2, I’m stocking up on the BIG by Fiona range for starters!) And just when you though there couldn’t be any more goodness, Paperartzi have a gorgeous new womens fashion range that includes some Melbourne labels as well exclusive LA and US labels. Fantastico!

Melissa at Paperartzi is celebrating the seasonal change by offering all KSF readers an additional 15% off store wide – the lovely new winter arrivals, and the sale stock already discounted by up to 60% included!  Use the coupon code KSF-SAVE at checkout to redeem until 31 March 2010. Paperartzi Boutique also have a lovely bricks-and-mortar store located in Echuca, Victoria, where you can see all these goodies – and the gorgeous Melissa – in person.

Discounted prices quoted below are valid with code (see above) until 31 March 2010, while stocks last, only.

1. Big by Fiona Chambray Pedal Pusher $79.95 $47.95 LESS 15% = $40.75
2. Huckleberry Lane Navy Nightie $49.95 LESS 15% = $42.45
3. Willow & Finn Knit Dress Black $90.00 $30.00 LESS 15% = $25.50
4. Two Belle’s Grandma’s Favorite $59.95 $35.95 LESS 15% = $30.55
5. Eeni Meeni Mini Moh Jumpsuit (Detachable Hood) – Haze $64.00 LESS 15% = $54.40
6. One Red Fly Bubble Coat $143.00 LESS 15% = $121.55
7. Tiger Joe Long Sleeve Rashie $44.95 $26.95 LESS 15% = $22.90
8. Sooki Baby King Padded Jacket $49.95 LESS 15% = $42.45
9. Sooki Baby Minimalist Boy Snapsuit $26.95 LESS 15% = $22.90
10. Tommy Rocket Tommy Old Favs $82.95 $30.00 LESS 15% = $27.00
11. Fred Bare Cotton Check Embroidered Top $72.00 $40.00 LESS 15% = $34.00
12. Fred Bare Brad Denim Jean $71.95 $29.95 LESS 15% = $25.45

Brands stocked for babies through to teens include (deep breath now!) Aden+Anais, Alimrose Designs, Big by Fiona Scanlan, Bobble Art, Bright Baby, Bugaboo, Cheeky Little Soles, Cocoon Clothing, Cocoon Couture, Danish By Design, David Fussenegger, Eeni Meeni Mini Moh, Eyetribe, Fairy Floss Creations, Fiona by Fiona Scanlan, Fish  Lilly, Fred Bare, Haba, Huckleberry Lane, Huggalugs, Il Tutto, Jooki, Lark Made, L’il Fraser Collection, Mamas & Papas, Melissa & Doug, Mini Metalicus, Miss Metalicus, Minimink, Movables, More 4 Boys, One Red Fly, Oobi Baby, Ouch, Paperartzi, Paper Eskimo, Silver Cross, Sooki Baby, Taia Hair Clips, Tiger Tribe, Tiny Tribe, Tip Toey Joey, Tommy Rocket, Two Belles, Wheely Bug, Willow and Finn, Seafolly, Cuddle Fish and Chook Leaf.

Labels stocked in the maternity section are Metalicus, American Vintage and Juicy Bear, Seraphine maternity jeans. And for you yummy mummy’s Gypsy 05, Hudson Jeans, Fluxus, Viktoria & Woods and Anna Campbell and Abi & Joseph.

Stationery and scrapbooking supply brands include American Crafts, Basic Grey, Basic Grey, Bazzill Basics, Cristina Re, Hipp, Kaiser Craft, Kikki K, Making Memories, My Minds Eye, Paperartzi, Provo Craft, REDD Leather and Tombow.

Paperartzi Boutique charges a flat rate fee $8.50 for postage, Australia-wide. Orders over $150 are shipped free. International orders are welcome. Click here for full postage and delivery information.

Today’s post written by Leah

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Bzzzzzzz….Bzzzzzyyyy…..Bzzzzzyyy……Bzzzzzzzzzz!!!

Do you know what that is? That’s the sound at my excitement at the news of the latest limited release Trunki just about to join the pack! This new striped and honey sweet addition to the Trunki stable is called Bernard the Bee and he is sure to have you swarming to grab him.

Perfect for your little travel bug, Bernard is the ultimate accessory for your trip away or sleep overs. He’s great on planes as he’s cabin-baggage approved for all major airlines, and your kidlet can even ride him, seated on his back gripping his horns for stability, while you wait for your flight to board. (Talk about a ‘board-om’ buster, haw haw!).

The limited edition Trunki Bernard the Bee model is expected to land in Australia in April 2010. He retails at $85.00 and is available for pre-order now from Metro Mum www.metromum.com.au.

Metro Mum currently stock the following Trunki models, from left to right: Trixie, Harley, Tipu and Terrance, with Bernard (top) joining his friends in April 2010.

Metro Mum use Fastaway Couriers and Australia Post for delivery.  Total delivery cost will be calculated at checkout.  For estimated delivery times, international orders and all the ‘how to’ information see here.

Today’s post written by Miki

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Perth people, take note: Mathilda’s Market is coming your way this Sunday, 21 March 2010, from 9am-1pm at the breathtakingly beautiful Cottesloe Civic Centre, at 109 Broome St, Cottesloe.  Entry is free, and well over 30 designer-makers of boutique baby & kids wares will be there to showcase their products. Yay!

Check out my Mathilda’s Six Picks below, and click here for more info on who’s going to be there.

Mathilda’s Market holds events all around Australia. Check the full calendar of dates and locations to see when Mathilda’s is coming your way.

Six of the best as picked by me:

1. KatyJane Designs
2. Raspberry Bub Baby Boutique
3. The Natural Newborn
4. OrganiseEasy
5. Smallprint
6. MillaRuby Designs

Today’s post written by Miki

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There is also the Cornflowerblue house label, cornflowerblue ORGANIC which offers truly beautiful girls’ sleepwear.  It’s styled along classic lines, and features a delicate, pretty colour palette with Cornflowerblue’s own distinctive Sha Sha print.  I can’t think of anything nicer than snuggling down in bed in a pretty pair of organic cotton PJs or nightie – what a shame they don’t come in adult sizes!  Little girls are definitely in luck though, so snap up a pair for your daughter today.

KidStyleFile readers can scoop a 10% discount on all new full-priced Winter arrivals at Cornflowerblue until 30 March 2010. Enter ‘KSF_W10‘ at checkout.  You’ll also be rewarded with the knowledge that your purchase will be helping people too – can’t get better than that!

1. cornflowerblue ORGANIC Sleeptime PJs, $59.95 $53.95
2. Green Eyed Monster Akina Ruch Top, $38.50 $34.65
3. Green Eyed Monster Akina L/S Dress, $69.00 $62.10
4. La Queue de Chat Denim Dress, $48.50 $43.65
5. Monte and Tex Baby Winter Jumpsuit, $37.40 $33.66
6. La Queue de Chat Like-A-Real-Cowboy Shirt, $39.95 $35.95
7. La Queue de Chat Jean-Cut Trouser, $44.50 $40.05
8. Go Gently Baby Sgt Pepper Jacket, $70.00 $63.00
9. La Queue de Chat L/S Tee, $31.50 $28.35
10. Monte and Tex Baby Hoodie, $33.00 $29.70; and Sweatpants, $27.50 $24.75

cornflowerblue stocks a range of labels including Serendipity, La Queue du Chat, Nanny Pickle, Eternal Creation, Zooey, Apple and Bee, Bacche, Bornsage, Sckoon, Cackleberry Kids, Eco Peko, Tiny Revolutionary, Cheeky Chickies, Green Eyed Monster, Blueberry Kids, Old Soles, Minime of Sydney, Foundation of Love, Kate Quinn Organics, and Speesees.

When orders are placed before 1pm, CornflowerBlue offer same day shipping for the fantastic rate of $6.95 Australia-wide.  They will also happily ship internationally.  For full delivery information please see here.

Today’s post written by Leah

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One word that kids usually learn to read before all others is their very own name. Placing that very special word on books, on ones school bag and lunchbox denotes ownership, and our clever little ones are quick to understand. “That’s mine!” huffs Master R when someone touches his drink bottle, “See! It has MY name on it”.

Mooo’s – www.mooo.com.au – personalised wall canvases are bound to delight young and old alike.  Your little one will be super impressed to see their name on display, and you’ll love the sparky (and HUGE!) selection you have to choose from. Canvases are available in two sizes (30 x 30 cm OR 60 x 60 cm), and designed and printed in the Mooo studio directly onto the canvas with light fast ink that ensures they’ll be brightening up your day for years to come.

The Dads in charge at Mooo are offering KSF readers a fantastic deal this month: buy one 60 x 60 personalised canvas or two 30 x 30 personalised canvases, and get $20 off your whole order. Enter  code “KSF20” at checkout to redeem until 31 March 2010.  (This offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers).

PS Watch out for the new range of Easter themed products coming to Mooo over the next few days too -  geez, who needs chocolate this year?!

Above: Just a teeny gathering of the personalised canvas design options available at Mooo. Canvases start from $49.95 each.

Mooo stocks a range of products including personalised t-shirts. wooden puzzles, invitations and cards, stationary, bags (including library bags and backpacks), pencil cases, calendars and diaries, removable wall stickers and name labels.

Mooo postal charges start at $5.90 Australia-wide. Orders over $200.00 are shipped free, Australia-wide. Read the Mooo Ordering/Delivery page for full details.

Today’s post written by Bec

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Enjoy the luck of the Irish with these green goodies, great on any day of the week, at madeit – madeit.com.au, the home of fine Australian artisan designer-makers.

You can read more madeit.com.au Five Fabulous {Handmade} Finds posts here.

		St. Patrick’s Day Loopy Wristband Teether Seller – FortandCrib Price – $9.50 More info/Buy It
		St. Patrick’s Day Nappy Pants Seller – tutusmuddyshoes Price – $12.00 More info/Buy It
		Bamboo, Baby! Seller – twirlingbetty Price – $12.00 More info/Buy It
		Luck of the Irish Singlet Seller – coconutkids Price – $14.00 More info/Buy It
		Emerald Green Gingham Ribbon Bow Non Slip Hair Clips Seller – VanillaPixie Price –  $5.25 More info/Buy It

All prices quoted are AUD$. Please contact individual sellers for postage and delivery information.

Today’s post written by Anna

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Though you may not think it possible (as every parent is completely biased and thinks their child is the world’s cutest), dress any child in Oobi Baby, and I swear there is an immediate increase in the adorable factor!

Oobi Baby is an absolute stand out Australian brand making it an easy favourite for KidStyleFile readers (and writers alike!) Oh yes, we just can’t get enough Oobi!! If you’re thinking Oobi, all you need to do is head to ShopHouse – www.shophouse.com.au – where the entire new Oobi Baby & Kids A/W10 range has just landed.

In celebration of new Oobi, until 19 March 2010, when you order 2 or more pieces from the Oobi winter range at ShopHouse, you will receive a FREE Cocoon Couture Library Bag (RRP $15).  Made from 100% calico cotton and screen printed with unique Cocoon Couture stories, these delightful multi-purpose bags are perfect for books, shopping, kinder or for outings to the park.

I am unsure how she does it, but designer Alex Riggs and her fabulous Oobi team keep serving up iconic pieces each season, delivering an adorable range of fashion from babies up to 7 years. And Winter 2010 is no exception: gorgeous dresses, shirts, yummy knits and chic swing coats  – this season’s collection is simply divine.  There is something really nostalgic about this collection for me: which has a lot to do with the beautiful tweed fabric used in many of the pieces. It is just so warm and gorgeous looking, I just can’t get enough!

For girls my favourite piece to start is the Tweed Bubble Dresses – I love it in ‘Silver Lilac’…though I love it so much, I could be tempted to have it in ‘Raspberry’ as well!  I also love the Puffball Skirt and my top pick is to have it in the ‘Starry’ print.

I think vests on boys are just so very charming.  My two little charmers always have a couple in their wardrobes for winter, so I am loving seeing the Fine Knit Vests from Oobi this season. In a choice of colours, ‘Charcoal Stripe’ or ‘Grassy Green’ they are an absolute winner: go with everything and perfect for a quick cover up of the tomato sauce he spilled earlier in the day. (Shh! I won’t tell if you don’t!)  But for boys, my most favourite piece are the Military Overcoats. They are just SO fine.  I love them so much, I’ll go all out and declare them my most favourite piece of the entire Oobi Winter ‘10 collection!

ShopHouse also have a fantastic range of Oobi Baby accessories to add the finishing touches to a great little outfit. You will find tights, socks, hairclips, headscarfs, bibs, booties and leggings all at your fingers ready to style up your new Oobi purchases. Shop on!
ShopHouse stocks the following brands: Adiri Natural Nurser, Alimrose, And The Little Dog Laughed, Annabel Trends, Baobab, Bod, Bonds, Cocoon Couture, Cookey Cat Artworks, Cuddlefish, Eco Kid.,Galmatic, Get Fresh, Huggalugs, ID Teen, Jedko Games Co, Kee-Ka, Kiddysac, Krooom, Lark, Lil’ Lana, Little Chipipi, Look At The Wall, Milestone Press, Mill & Mia, Moltex Nappies, Monday’s Child Pyjamas, Oobi Baby + Kids, Pebbles, Penny Scallan, Pure Baby, Red Wagon, Rileah Designs, Serena & Lily, ShopHouse, The Little Experience, Wotnot, Yunginz, and OshKosh while stocks last.

Wherever you live in Australia, ShopHouse delivers for the flat rate of $6.95. International orders are delivered for $20. See the Delivery Page for full terms and conditions.