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Today’s post written by Angela

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Get ready, get steady, SHOP! Eternal Creation – www.eternalcreation.com, purveyors of vivacious and energy-filled fair trade quality clothing for babies from birth and boys and girls to 10 years, are now making it easier to shop and save for Christmas.

The summer 09-10 collection from Eternal Creation delivers a world of colour in summery cotton fabrics that making dressing for the warm weather a breeze. There’s plenty here to choose from if you’re looking for that special outfit for Christmas day.

On a budget? Scoop the full 60% off with last summer’s pieces for a stunning look that will leave you with plenty of spare change.

As well as having some great sale stock on offer up to 60% off, Eternal Creation is offering KidStyleFile readers FREE shipping worldwide on orders over AUD$50.00. Enter discount code ‘STYLEFREE’ at checkout to redeem until midnight, 5 December 2009 only.

1- KD695 Party Dress – Lovely embroidered cotton print party dress with sequin & bead detailing. Button back opening $98.95 and SC210 Beaded Hairclips Set $9.95

2 – KD194B Dress – Pleated pinafore with contrast print on bow lining and hem $69.95 $39.95 and SC188 Headscarf – Cotton headscarf with lace trim $18.95 $12.95

3 – KD241 T-shirt – Soft cotton t-shirt with contrast trim and applique design $34.95 $24.95 and KD234 Overalls – Overalls in stripes or checks with contrast front panel $49.95 $34.95 and HT53 Hat – Boys’ sunhat with contrast trim and decorative loops on band $29.95 $19.95

4 – KD711 Shirt – Cotton poplin shirt with contrast pocket trim and decorative stitching on right side $37.95 and KD703 Overalls – Soft cotton stripe or check overalls with contrast hem and pocket trim. Contrast topstitching $56.95 and HT104 Hat – Simple cotton stripe fishing hat $29.95

5 – KD692 Dress – Gorgeous sundress in 3 tiered panels. Shirred chest and tie spagetti straps $54.95 and SC188 Headscarf – Printed cotton headscarf with lace trim, and elasticised back $18.95

6 – KD669 Dress – Cotton twill play dress with contrast print yoke and ruffle sleeve with matching knickers $49.95 and HT101 Hat – Girls printed cotton sunhat with double ribbon hat band and bow $29.95

Eternal Creation ship orders to you wherever you are in the world direct from their Himalayan workshop. Freight is calculated on the gross weight of your order, and your shipping costs are shown on the delivery information page during check out. You can proceed through the checkout to confirm shipping costs prior to placing your order.

Today’s post written by Annie

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If your drawers are anything like ours you have a whole collection of bibs: cotton ones that feel lovely but don’t have the absorbency, vinyl backed ones that stop spills getting through but don’t feel very nice and those with slogans which are incredibly cute but don’t exactly go with that adorable new outfit you’ve just bought.

Until I had a baby of my own I had no idea that it would be nearly impossible to find the perfect bib that would be cute, practical and stylish. Enter stage left Oscar & Somerset – www.oscarandsomerset.com.au.

Oscar & Somerset is a stylish new Australian children’s label created by working mums Megan Jacobs and Kathryn Elliott. Their aim is to produce smart and functional children’s products which are recognised for their quality and well thought out designs. megan and Kathryn have started their business with the ‘Life’s Little Spills’ range.

‘Life’s Little Spills’ is a collection of four quality terry towelling and cotton bibs designed with style, comfort and practicality in mind. Choose from the tie bib, sleeveless bib, overhead bib or my personal favourite for contending with a super messy baby – the sleeved bib.

All Oscar & Somerset bibs are made from 100% cotton with a strong poly-cotton binding. The super absorbent terry towelling front will safely absorb even the biggest of spills, and the cotton backing is nice and soft against your little ones skin. The range is currently available in a chocolate and cream design but watch for three new colours in the ‘Life’s Little Spills’ bib range in the coming months.

Oscar & Somerset will also be launching their beach and swimwear collections in the coming months. We’ll be sure to keep you updated on any exciting new products.

Oscar & Somerset charge from $5.00 postage Australia-wide. International shipping is available. Select a product to view full shipping information.

Today’s post written by Leah

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We’ve now reached one of the busiest times of year. For those of you with school aged children, the term is winding down and amongst other things you’ll be busy working out how to entertain your tweens over summer. Some of you are counting down to your first Christmas with your new bub. And then, some of you are planning for a summer trip. Metro Mum – www.metromum.com.au has summer covered for all of you, whatever your circumstance. With gifts for all ages, gorgeous nursery items, bags for mum, and humorous aprons for dad.  Gorgeous new brands and products now in store include  Ebulobo, Green Toys, Plan Toys, Ital Trike, Isoki, Dadgear, Il Tutto, Mia Bossi, Oeuf, Nursery Works, Puggyhouse and more!

Recently, Metro Mum introduced the gorgeous Ebulobo Woodours range to their line up of exquisite products just in time for Christmas.  You may remember this unique bear from the KSF Kind and Jugend 2009 Trade Show Best in Show picks back in September. A French creation, Woodours is actually a bear family, with a father and son whose love is as strong as an oak tree. Truly gorgeous, and a great gift for Christmas.

The new Isoki bag range has also arrived in time for summer. These scorching hot bags are so very hip and supremely functional. The new insulated Munch Bags are the perfect solution for keeping your lunch cool this summer, with trips to the beach, park or farm in your itinerary.

My eye was also drawn to the Playsam – Childhood Series Wooden Heirloom Pram. I love the curves that are inherent in all of these Scandinavian designed toys, and the colours are so vibrant and fresh. These classy toys are the perfect gift for a first Christmas gift.

There are several super deals on offer right now at Metro Mum:

1. All orders at Metro Mum receive a free Mum & Babe sample bag. Just add it to your cart with the rest of your order and it’s yours!
   
2. The entire Isoki range on sale 15% off. Prices are as marked.
3. Purchase a Puggyhouse and mention KSF at checkout to receive a free pack of colour-in Puggyhouse Stickers.
   
4. Find selected items up to 40% off in the Sale section.
   
5. Sign up for the Metro Mum Club and go into the draw to WIN a Learning Tower valued at $299.00.

All offers end 30 November 2009, so get thee to MetroMum pronto!

YOU COULD WIN: The Learning Tower Child Safety and Activity Tower rrp $299.00. Enter here.

1.      Ebulobo Woodours Bear Flap Book for Baby $65.00
2.      Playsam Childhood Series Wooden Heirloom Blue Pram $134.00
3.      Isoki NEW Reversible 3in1 Slouch Backpack (Samba Batik) $179.95 $165.00 until 30 Nov 2009
4.      Isoki New Insulated Munch Bag (Kenya) $39.95 $33.95 until 30 Nov 2009
5.      Ellie Bellie Kids Festive Season Reversible Tutu sz0-2yrs $69.95
6.      Nurseryworks Cot Linen Set Bounce Dreamsicle $325.00
7.      Puggyhouse Kids Paperboard Rocket Cubby House $49.95 Puggyhouse – Colour in Stickers (ABC123) $9.95
8.      Playme Wooden Doggy C Rattle for Baby $29.95
9.      Annabel Trends Christmas Apron “Santa Suit” $24.95

For all your in vogue parenting products, Metro Mum stock from the following brands: Hess-Spielzeug, Allerhand, Annabel Trends, Babymoov, Babymel, Baby Steps 123, Baufix, Babywedge, Bilibo, Bloom Baby, Boyle, Britt, BubbaMat, Bud by Design Room, BusyBee Friends, Caden Lane, Cariboo NZ, Compendium, DadGear, DanishbyDesign, David Fussenegger, Dwink Box, Ebulobo, Ellaroo, Ellie Bellie, Elodie Details, Emotion & Kids, Fatboy The Original, Fertile Mind, FLATOUTbears, Foogo by Thermos, FunPod, Giimmo, Happy Mais, Hello Babe, Il Tutto, IntelliGender®, Isoki, Kanoe, Kiddie Food Kutter, Kids Kitchen, KidsonRoof, Kipiis, Language Littles, Learning Tower, Leander, Leisure Learning, Lilbird, Little Beetle, Little Kitchen, Little Sprowtz, LittleOneBaby, Luna Lullaby, Lupi Lu, Melobaby, Metro Mum, Mia Bossi, Milk & Tickles, MilkBar, Mini Bilibo, Minimonkey, Mishi Design, Mojo, Mokopuna, Mothers Minder, Munchee Mug, My Plate-Mate, Nest, Nuance, Nurseryworks, Ocho, Oeuf, OnTray2Go, Oti, Paper Eskimo, PeeWee & PooToo, Playsam, Prego Planner, PuggyHouse, Qtees, Scout, Seed Organic, Snugabub, Storksak, Totem, Trunki, VisualGram, Vulli, Wall Candy, Zuny

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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What are your kids going to wear on Christmas Day?  I don’t know about you, but I love picking out lovely new outfits for mine each year. (Granted they’re probably too young to care what they’re wearing, but it certainly makes me happy to see them so beautifully dressed!)

This year, I didn’t have anything in particular in mind… until I heard about the massive pre-Christmas fashion sale at Bubba Funk – www.bubbafunk.com.au.

Not only are Bubba Funk now stocking even more in the way of beautiful and unique fashion labels from across the world – including 3 Pommes and Catimini from France, and Chalk N Cheese, one of the hottest Australian labels around – they’re also marking these three labels down by a humungous 30%. Pay special attention to Chalk N Cheese, because there are a fair number of sale items in there and your 30% discount applies on them too. That’s up to 70% off some Chalk N Cheese clothing! Yikes! The code to claim your discount is ‘ksf30′, and it expires 30 November 2009.

I’ll bet you can find something perfect for the Christmas Day outfits amongst this wonderful selection. For my boys, I’ve fallen madly in love with this 3 Pommes shirt and this 3 Pommes tee – now seriously, how adorable are they?  And for little girls I think the Chalk N Cheese Yellow Linen Tulip Knot Dress is just exquisite. Behold the beauty below!

Discounted prices quoted below are valid with code (read above) until 30 November 2009 only.

1. Chalk n Cheese Hannah French Blouse – Blue Floral, $79.95 $59.97 $41.97
2. Chalk n Cheese Fisherman Pants, $64.95 $45.46
3. 3 Pommes Washed White Navy With Suspenders Shirt, $69.95 $48.96
4. Catimini Labo Geo-Print Sleeveless Dress, $119.00 $77.00
5. Catimini Legging Turquoise Labo Layette, $49.00 $34.30
6. 3 Pommes Mini Colour Cardigan & Beanie – Khaki & Apricot, $75.95 $53.16
7. Catimini Urban Global Mix Light Denim Jeans, $89.00 $62.30
8. Chalk n Cheese Yellow Linen Tulip Knot Dress, $79.00 $55.30
9. 3 Pommes Baby Shopping 2 Piece Ensemble – White, $83.00 $58.10
10. Chalk n Cheese Searsuker Grey White Checker Ned Shorts, $59.00 $41.30

Bubba Funk stock clothing, toys, bedding and accessories from 3 Pommes, ABCD Industrie, Aden + Anais, Annabel Trends, Baby Brands, Beautiful Soles, Bod, Bod for Bubs, Boon, Britt, Catimini, Chalk n Cheese, Cuddledry, David Fussenegger, Egg Baby by Susan Lazar, Fish Lilly, For Walls, Heavenly Creatures, Il Tutto, Isoki, John Crane, Kandy Crew, Kas Australia, Koda Lighting, Korimco, L’il Fraser Collection, Luna Ninos, Marquise, Melobaby, Milk Bands, Minihaha, Minimonkey, Missi Missi, Moppit, Nature Baby, Oobi Baby, Quilt Baby, Ramalama, Samvara Kids, Skeanie, Sprout Design, Tiny Mammoth, Vice Versa, Walnut Melbourne, Well Spotted, Woof! and Zephire Generation.

Postage at Bubba Funk is provided by TNT couriers for gift boxes and e-parcel through Australia post for individual orders. Shipping is determined by weight/size, and the average charge is $7.95. See the Delivery and Postage section for full details.

Today’s post written by Angela

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In the pursuit of the finest baby and kids products in the market to present to you I see a lot of products – thousands every year. The criteria that are important to me in the appraisal of an artefact are a balance between design aesthetic, ethos, originality, quality and function. There’s also an unquantifiable element that separates the wheat from the chaff, a certain je ne sais quoi, the ‘X’ factor that makes an object shine out from the pack.

I am lucky enough to work with astoundingly talented people, not least Edwina, a staff writer for KSF.

As well as being a mum of three gorgeous boys and working part time in the film industry, Edwina works quietly away on her Little Snoring – hushlittlenoring.com – range creating exquisite jewellery, softies and soft furnishings for the home which undeniably have that special something.

Edwina sources her necklace charms and quality fabrics locally and from the US, and hand makes all her pieces, which are all unique, herself.

Recently receiving recognition on Inside Out magazine’s blog Edwina’s playful, unique and characterful creations are set to soar.

Prices range from $16-$18 for Pocket Panda softies, $25 for cushion covers, $18-$38 for women’s and children’s necklaces and $38 for French Poodle softies, making them great options for Christmas gifting.

KidStyleFile readers are lucky duckies: you can take 10% off all Little Snoring products until 4 December 2009 by entering ‘KSFSNOOZE’ at checkout. Enjoy!

Little Snoring postage charges start at $2.00 and international orders are welcome. Click here and browse the menu on the right hand side of the site for full postage and delivery information.

Today’s post written by Leah

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Suffering a little Mondayitis? Let me awaken your sense of adventure with a quick walk through the latest collections from one of summers hottest online stores around Baby’s Got Style Baby’s Got Style – www.babysgotstyle.com.au.  Here you will find the most stylish items from all the baby and kids brands you have come to love and more! Daniela’s eclectic mix of items ensure that there is something here for every budget and every style genre. A number of new season ranges have just arrived including Rock Your Baby, Munster, Peggy, Cheeky Monkey, Small Paul, Sparkle T and Precious L’il Things.

I have been waiting impatiently for the latest range from Rock Your Baby. So obsessed with this range, I had already added the Audrey dress, Hanging with my Gnomies,  and Ruffled Short Sleeve T-Shirt to my summer must haves before they were even available.  An Australian brand, I can easily justify these purchases to my Dear Husband by explaining that I am supporting the Australian economy! For me, the colours, patterns and originality of the range, as well as their moderate price tag makes them an ideal addition to both Master R and Miss N’s wardrobe. Ohhh, and I can’t move on without mentioning the straw fedora. Check it out!!

A pre-requisite for any stylish outfit is footwear. Shoes can either make or break an outfit (think of all the Oscar red carpets when some of our favourite actresses find themselves in the worst dressed column as a consequence of their poor shoe choice!). When your toddler is first starting to walk, finding the perfect shoe can be a nightmare. Look no further than Cheeky Little Soles. Not only do these soft soled pre-walkers protect your bubs little feet, they look great too. Both my munchkins have worn these, and I love that they can be washed so easily and are not easily removed by curious fingers! In the spirit of Christmas, Cheeky Little Soles have a special treat for you! Purchase anything from the range and receive a free gift!!

Every year since I have become a mother, I have tried to create personalised Christmas cards for family and friends. It’s the one time of year I make a pointed exercise of picking up a pen and writing something down, rather than typing and pressing send. Baby’s Got Style has taken all the hard work out of this yearly job for me through their own range of personalised cards. You simply choose your preferred style, collect a few images of your family, send them through and then sit back and wait for them to arrive! Voila!

Did you have a favourite stuffed toy growing up? I had a one and he frightened all my scary fears away each night, listened to my dreams and provided comfort during every thunderstorm that blew past. When I saw Small Paul Crochet Julius I was drawn back to that period! Isn’t he just the perfect pal for your little one? I can see Master R cycling around with Julius sitting on the handle bars or getting up to a little mischief together.

For girls don’t miss new brand Peggy. In particular, the Lilac Floral Playsuit has me humming for summer. Made from cotton, with gorgeous smocking and back bodice this whimsical, sublime playsuit will have you packing the car for a trip to the park. With a matching sunhat, you may even find yourself buying a bucket and spade and heading for the beach.

Make sure you’re subscribed to the Baby’s Got Style mailing list, as BGS give away a $200 gift voucher to one lucky subscriber twice a month now once a week!!!

1. Munster Peacemaker tee $39.95
2. Munster Mikey Munster tee $44.95
3. Small Paul Crochet Julius $39.95
4. Precious L’il Things Floral bandanna with rose $19.95
5. Rock Your Baby Straw fedora $26.95
6. Heavenly Creatures Alice patch peasant top- pink $41.95
7. Rock Your Baby Smashing guitar tee $28.00
8. Small Paul Multi colour socks -3 pk boys $14.95
9. Cheeky Monkey Spotted bloomers – pink $15.95
10. Munster Huckfin dark denim short $69.95
11. Baby’s Got Style Starlight tree – Xmas card and Baby’s Got Style Peace love joy- Xmas card $79.95
12. Cheeky Little Soles Urban sole shoes- pink $39.95
13. Cheeky Monkey Spotted rainbow dress & pants $34.95
14. Peggy Lilac floral playsuit $34.95
15. Bonds Stretch print short – green $14.95
16. Rock Your Baby Audrey dress – blue polka $49.95

Baby’s Got Style stock the following brands (see what I mean about an extensive list?): Aden and Anais, Albetta, Alex and Charli, Alimrose Designs, Annabel Trends, Baby’s Got Style, BabyLegs, Babylicious, Baobab, Bebe, Bebe au Lait, Belli Skincare, BIG by Fiona Scanlan, Blabla, BLINK Designs, Bobbleart, Bonds, Built NY, Cheeky Little Soles, Cheeky Monkey, Children of the Revolution, Cloud B, Coco & Ginger, Cold Coffee, Collette Dinnigan Enfant, Cried Wolf, Dobbin and Drum, Dripstik, Dwell Studio, Eeboo, Feeding Solutions, FLATOUT, Flipsy Flopsy Dolls, Flirty Bird, French Bull, Fresh Baked, Giddy Giddy, Global Style, Global Style Custom Made, Goorin Hats, Green to Grow, Haba, Itch Designs, Ivy Designs, Jasnor, Jooki, Kicky Pants, L’ll Fraser, Lark and Friends, Little Horn, LocoLili!, Lovestamp, Mamas & Papas, Marquise, Miatom, Mill & Mia, mine by Kayla, Minimonkey, Minti, Mooo, Munster, Nearly Nude, Noo Designs, Nowa Li, Oobi Baby, Ouch, Papoose, Peace Street, Peggy, Pink Theodore, Pixie Rose, Plumb, Polka, Precious L’il Things, Pure Baby, Rock Your Baby, Rockabye Baby, Seafolly, Small Paul, Snugglebum, Sooki Baby, Sozo, Sparkle T, Story-time, SuperTubes, The Wall Sticker Company, Three Little Trees, Tiger Joe, Tiny Revolutionary, Tiny Tribe, Tip Toey Joey, Tolo Toys, Tommee Tippee, Toshi, Urchin, Vice Versa, Walnut, Weleda, and Well Spotted.

Baby’s Got Style deliver in style (of course!). Overnight delivery Australia wide, is $6.95 for small parcels and $9.50 for large. (Orders must be placed before 1pm EST for delivery next business day). For International orders and all other specific details please see the Ordering and Delivery tabs at Baby’s Got Style.