KidStyleFile

Written by Leah
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Oh gosh, I love a party – the thrill of not quite knowing what to expect, the little butterflies of anticipation and the unveiling of surprises – all culminating in a celebration where you, or someone you love, are the centre of attention!

Cornflowerblue - cornflowerblue.com.au - are coming up to their birthday and they are inviting you all to the celebration. With a closet full of new season goodies and a bargain bin of surprise deals, you’ll wonder who is being treated – you or the party host! Unlike the conventional party, at Cornflowerblue YOU are the centre of attention, with your every style whim catered for.

Cornflowerblue showcases products that are kind to the environment, affordable and of the highest quality. With gorgeous eco-labels such as the exuberant Mini & Maximus (who only use earth-friendly materials); Australian owned Purebaby (a Miranda Kerr favourite) and quirky Jackson’s Monsters (both designed and printed right here in Australia), your entire entourage can step out in style whilst being both planet and people friendly.

In celebration of their upcoming birthday, the Cornflowerblue team have gifted everyone 15% off store-wide with an *extra* 5% off for KidStyleFile readers! All you need to do is stock up your shopping cart with all your choices and enter PARTY_3 at checkout to take advantage of this deal. This offer can even be applied towards items in their sale section, where you’ll already find savings of up to 60% off. Like all birthdays, the celebrations can’t last forever, and this deal concludes at midnight 22 May 2012. 

Prices below are valid with code PARTY_3 until midnight 22 May 2012, while stocks last.

1. Purebaby Growsuit- Winter Floral Print, $39.95 33.96 LESS EXTRA 5% = $32.26
2. Cocoome Whale Tail Romper, $36.50 $31.03 LESS EXTRA 5% = $29.48
3. Mini & Maximus Unicorn Tee, $39.95 $33.96 LESS EXTRA 5% = $32.26
4. Paper Wings Victorian Girls LS Tee, $61.60 $52.36 LESS EXTRA 5% = $49.74
5. Jackson’s Monsters Roary Four Arms L/S Tee, $30.00 $25.50 LESS EXTRA 5% = $24.23
6. Shampoodle Stripe Long Tee, $42.00 $36.70 LESS EXTRA 5% = $34.87
7. Mini Rodini Peacock Dress, $62.50 $53.13 LESS EXTRA 5% = $50.47
8. Shampoodle Thunder Sweater,  $48.95 $41.61 LESS 5% = $39.53
9. Paper Wings Cord Jacket with Bustle, $112.80 $95.88 LESS EXTRA 5% = $91.09
10. Go Gently Baby Blueberry Andy Jacket, $72.00 $61.20 LESS EXTRA 5% = $58.14
11. Baby Doll Dandelion Toys, $21.00 $17.85 LESS EXTRA 5% = $16.96
12. Fire Truck Maple Landmark, $13.50 $11.48 LESS EXTRA 5% = $10.91

Written by Leah
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Written by Anna

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With her intuitive style and motherly prowess, Shelley, proprietor of Lime Tree Kids – www.limetreekids.com.au has built up an incredible repertoire of brands at her fantastic boutique, and now has one of the most beautiful collections of products designed to nurture your little ones.

You will find the best of the best in store from birth through the early years from 3 Sprout, Aden + Anais, Aladine, Alex & Ant, Alex & Charli, Alimrose, Angel at my table, b.box, Babiators, Babychic, BabyZoo, Bambinoz, Bibska, Billie Goat Soap, Bobble Art, BooginHead, Boon, Borne Naked, Bubeewrap, Cherub Bab, Danica Studio, Doowell, Dreambaby, Dwell Studio, Engel, ErgoBaby, Ever Earth, Fiesta Crafts, Flexi Bath, For Walls, Fred, Galt, GOKI, Grobag, Heimess, Inner B, Is Bath, Is Dotty, Ivi rugs, Jack N’ Jill, JamBerry, Janod, Jellycat, Jellystone Designs, JIP, Kawaii for you, Kidkraft, Kids Kitchen, Kikkerland, Lark, Lilliputiens, Lily & George, Lime Tree Kids, love mae, lunchpunch, Lupi Lu, May & Belle, Melissa & Doug, Mocka, MooseBaby, Mor-Stor, MummaBubba, Mustard, My Sweet Prints, O.B Designs, Oi Oi, oogaa, Oopsie, Orbit, Orchard, OTi, Peekaboo, Plan Toys, Poppy Lou, Reduce, Rex, Rose and Lily, Safe Sippy, Sapling, Smart Guard, So young Mum, Spiegelburg, Star & Rose, Swaddle Designs, Sweet Lilly, The Wean Machine, Todd Parr, Toys Pure, Vegie Smugglers, Viking, WallCandy, Wean Meister, Woddlers  and Zoku.

A proud mum herself, Shelley has in store products that she not only loves, but ones that she trusts. It’s so wonderful to have the knowledge and peace of mind that you are buying products that come with her tick of approval. One such brand is Grobag. I highly recommend Grobag products for babies, especially in winter. My little ones would often wake in the night because they had thrown their covers off and were cold. In stepped the Grobag and I saw an immediate improvement in their sleep – yep, gotta love that. My favourite, Safari So Good, is pictured below.

I wish there was room to write about every product at Lime Tree Kids as there is SO much to love, but there is only room to make one very BIG announcement: KidStyleFile readers are being offered an amazing 20% off store-wide! This *includes* all the gorgeous goodies in the Lime Tree Kids sale section, where items have already been marked down by up to 45% off, while stocks last. To redeem you need to enter the code KSFmay12 at checkout. It is valid until 11.59pm AEST on 23 May 2012, while stocks last.

Discounted prices quoted below are only with code KSFmay12 until 11.59pm AEST on 23 May 2012. All sale prices are available only while stocks last.

1. Cereal Dispenser $29.95 less 20% =23.96
2. 3 Sprouts Organic Caddy – Pig $26.95 less 20% = $21.56
3. Kids Kitchen Craft Turntable $29.95 less 20% =23.96
4. Ever Earth Activity Walker $84.95 $79.95 less 20% = $63.96
5. Lime Tree Kids Daisy String Lights $39.95 less 20% = $31.96
6. Jellystone Necklace $35.00 less 20% = $28.00
7. Lime Tree Kids Bedtime Routine Bus Roll Poster $30.00 less 20% = $24.00
8. Grobag Safari So Good $79.95 less 20% = $63.96
9. Bobble Art Suitcase Set – Stars & Stripes $32.95 less 20% = $26.36
10. Mor-Stor Cooper Small Tubs Pink/Purple $39.95 less 20% = $31.96
11. Janod Magnetic Helicopter $34.95 less 20% = $27.96
12. Janod House Shape Sorter $49.95 less 20% = $39.96

Lime Tree Kids ship Australia-wide using Express Australia Post. Fees are a flat $10 for the first 5 kg, and $3 per kilo thereafter. For full terms and conditions, including international shipping, please see ‘Shipping’.

Written by Edwina
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There is nothing like the rainy days of autumn and winter to inspire me to feather my nest and make our home comfy and cosy. Perhaps it is the reverse of spring cleaning? Autumn nesting? Anyhow, there are so many lovely things on Etsy that can add some colour and charm. I am amazed at the beautiful portraits at MissyPortraits, simply send her a copy of your favourite photo and she will turn it into a gorgeous family painting. I think I have found the perfect image of my boys that I going to send, I can’t wait to see how it will turn out. I am also tempted by the super cute Hand Felted Cat Bubble as a new bed for our kitty, perhaps it might even reduce the cat hair on the couch…

Check out our Besty of Etsy archive for more great products.

Image Links (clockwise from top left):

Cat Bubble $US59 from vaivanat
Good Morning Sunshine Sign $US52 from spunkyfluff
Royal Blue Bernard Tee $US28.50 from nissalisa
Custom Portrait US$100 from MissysPortraits
Melon Peony Flower Headband $US12 from RufflesAndFringe
Old Fashioned Dolls $US20 from woolies
Baby Narwhal from MountRoyalMint
Custom Letter Pillow $US35 from MableDear (See Jen’s extended coverage of this brand here)

Written by Miki

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It’s now mid-May and the winter chills are making themselves felt. Against the odds, I’m absolutely delighted by this – I love any excuse to break out my favourite coats, scarves, hats and boots, and luckily my two boys feel the same way.  Together we’ve been having fun looking through the pages of Paperartzi Boutique – www.paperartziboutique.com.au – where there’s a wonderful selection of winter fashion goodies on offer, and choosing our favourites.

I’ve been playing around with winter outfits for kids, which has been super easy with Paperartzi’s great range.  Have a look at some of my creations below – I particularly love the outdoorsy boys’  accessories pictured at the top of the image collage, from the Fred Bare Stripe Scarf at one end to the Puffer Vest, also by Fred Bare, at the other. For girls, you’ve got to love the Denim Star Skirt with leggings, especially when it’s teamed with a Cotton Modal Crystal Top and that funky Fur Vest.  Walnut Melbourne Boots complete the look.

Paperartzi Boutique is offering FREE shipping on all orders between now and 1 July 2012, with no minimum spend!  And even better, a deal exclusive to KidStyleFile readers: take 20% off all new season clothing using the code KSFAW12. Both offers expire 1 July 2012, so make the most of them and get your kids’ winter wardrobes sorted. Be sure to also check in on the well-stocked Sale Section where you’ll find items at up to 60% off. Winter fashion couldn’t be easier, more affordable or more fun.

Psssst: Mums, Paperartzi Boutique also has a lovely Women’s section, along with Men’s and Stationery. You can also keep up to date with Paperartzi Boutique via their Facebook page, by signing up to their newsletter or following their new blog.

The prices below are valid until 1 July 2012 using the code KSFAW12 while stocks last. See Paperartzi’s terms and conditions page here.

1. Fred Bare Stripe Scarf, $33.95 less 20% = $27.16
2. Fred Bare Cable Beanie, $29.95 less 20% = $23.96
3. Walnut Melbourne Gumboot, $39.95
4. Fred Bare Puffer Vest, $59.95 less 20% = $47.96
5. Fred Bare Surf Drum Tee, $39.95 less 20% = $31.96
6. Fred Bare Cotton Modal Crystal Top, $59.95 less 20% = $47.96
7. Fred Bare Cargo Sweatpant, $59.95 less 20% = $47.96
8. e3M Beret Beanie – Raspberry, $39.95 less 20% = $31.96
9. Fred Bare Kate Fur Vest, $59.95 less 20% = $47.96
10. Fred Bare Multi Car Tee, $39.95 less 20% = $31.96
11. Fred Bare Denim Star Skirt, $59.95 less 20% = $47.96
12. Fred Bare Washed Jean, $59.95 less 20% = $47.96
13. Fred Bare Flower Tight, $29.95 less 20% = $23.96
14. Walnut Melbourne Long Boot – Gunmetal, $72.95

Paperartzi Kids stock items for babies through to teens from brands: Big by Fiona, Bluebelle, Bugaboo, Cheeky Little Soles, Chilli Kids, Chook Leaf, Claesens, Cocoon Clothing, Eeni Meeni Miini Moh, Fiona By Fiona Scanlan, Fred Bare, Gaia Organic Cotton, Kiniki, Marquise, Metalicus, Mini Metalicus, Miss Metalicus, One Red Fly, Ouch, Rube & Harri, Sooki Baby, The Lost Girls, Tip Toey Joey, Tommy Rocket, Two Belles, Walnut and Willow & Finn.

Paperartzi Women: American Vintage, Anna Campbell, Bec & Bridge, Desigual, Dylan & George, European Culture,  Fluxus, Gypsy 05, Hudson, Jets, Juicy Bear, Katzi, Kosi Kosi, Lilya, Maurie & Ev, Metalicus, Rodeo Show, Sass & Bide, Siwy, Style Stalker, Viktoria & Woods and Wildfox.

Paperartzi Men: Fluxus and Kosi Kosi.

Paperartzi Stationery: Cristina Re and Cristina Re Flocked.

Paperartzi Boutique charges a flat rate fee of $10.00 postage, Australia-wide. Orders over $150 are shipped free. International orders are welcome. Click here for full postage and delivery information.

Written by Domenica
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I love items that make me warm with nostalgia for my childhood. Trunk & Orderly – www.trunkandorderly.com.au – do just that with their divine range of fine cases, storage boxes and storage units.

Trunk & Orderly produce their items in small runs, with lining in limited editions prints. My favourite lining is the aptly titled ‘A unicorn pooped a rainbow’ – with a name like that it will surely bring a splash of colour to your world. Each product is individually handcrafted in Ballarat, Victoria, using lots of authentic vintage stock from the UK. The cases are made in the style of traditional fibreboard suitcases, which means they are tough enough to withstand rough and tumble. Let’s face it though, a little scrape here and there would only add to the vintage charm!

From their lunchboxes and cases, to their sturdy storage boxes that could hold an army of Lego, to storage units with WOW factor (I want!), there is something here for a huge range of carry and storage needs. Prices start from $24.00, with shipping available Australia-wide.