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Today’s post written by Angela

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Twice a year one of my very favourite baby and kids boutiques, Tiny People – www.tinypeople.com.au – lets loose and clears seasonal fashion at 50% off. These sales are not to be missed, and the summer edition is happening as we speak!

Scoop over 150 pieces of the finest designer fashion on the plant as cheap as chips on sale at 50% off, with brands including Mini Rodini, Little Horn, Megan Park, Munster (and Missie and Mini Munster!), Cried Wolf, Gold, Paper Wings, Minti, Gaia Organic Cotton, Nanoou, Paul Frank, Peggy, Polka and Deus. Take advantage of the opportunity to score yourself some stunning original artwork on sale (also at 50% off, natch) by Lorena Siminovich, Jane Reiseger and Stephanie Dosreis.

This sale speaks for itself – this is hot stuff! It’s only happening while stocks last, so head on over before it is all gone, baby gone! (Ooh, and sign up to the Tiny People newsletter while you’re over there and you’ll never miss a trick).

Tiny People have two stunning bricks and mortar stores, so if you’re in, or passing through, Bryron Bay NSW, or Kirra Beach QLD, you can pop in and witness the splendour in-store.

Tiny People stock the following designer and boutique brands:

Babu, Baby Bloch, Banjo, Binth, Birkenstock, Black Rabbit, Bloom, Brio, Celebrity Baby, Chalk & Cheese, Cheekeyes, Clare Nicolson, Cried Wolf, Dante Beatrix, Deglingos, Deus, Dwellstudio, Frazier & Wing, Gaia, Gold, Gregoire Ganter, Gypsy and Twink, i Golfini, il Tutto, Inke, Jane Reiseger, Jolie & Jane, Kathe Kruse, Kideko, Kristen Loffer Theiss, Like A Bike, Little Scruff, Littlehorn, Lucca P, Luna Lullaby, Luna Ninos, Maiike, Max & Rose, Megan Park, Mi House, Mine by Kayla, Mini Rodini, Minti, Miss Haidee, Mobilet, Morgan & Milo, Munster, Nanoou, No Kidding, Oeuf, Paper Wings, Petite Collage, Plan Toys, Playsam, Poko Pano, Polka, Putumayo, Schaaf, Sevi, Sigikid, Silver Cross, Sirch, Stephanie Dosreis, Tamar Mogendorff, Thom Thom, Trelise Cooper, Trousellier, Vilac, Vulli, and Wovenplay.

Tiny People ship all orders over $150 (excluding large and oversized orders) free of charge. Contact Tiny People for details on regular postage charges to your state.

Today’s post written by Anna

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The summer fun continues this weekend with an impressive offer from the beautiful CornflowerBlue – www.cornflowerblue.com.au.

To celebrate the successful launch of their very own designer label’s first collection; Sarah from CornflowerBlue is offering you the opportunity to purchase the cornflowerblue ORGANIC range of dresses and sleepwear on sale at 30% off! Plus there is also an extra special surprise! If you purchase two cornflowerblue ORGANIC pieces you receive a third item…for FREE! Full details on this fantastic offer, which will end at midnight, 5 February 2010, can be found here.

(And never fear if you’re out shopping for a little man, or bubba of either sex: CornflowerBlue also have a great range of clothing on sale for little boys and babies – yay!)

Cornflowerblue ORGANIC is a very special designer label specially designed for little girls sized 2-10.  Made from 100% organic cotton, these dresses, pj’s and nighties are stunningly beautiful and by the sounds of the reviews by mums and daughters, they are wonderfully wearable too! To read the reviews click here.

My favourite of the dresses is the cornflowerblue ORGANIC Ondine Dress.  Simple, elegant and delightfully feminine; the striking combination of Jasmine’s blue colour, scattered with white flowers really catches the eye. With it’s clever design and adjustable straps, it is a dress that will be in the wardrobe for a long time, with lots and lots of use. Love it!

For me, cornflowerblue ORGANIC’s sleepwear is the jewel of this collection. With some lovely designs to choose from in either pink or white, the nighties and pj’s offer some fantastic options for summer sleepwear.  Because no harmful chemicals have been used when processing the cotton, or in dying the clothing, organic cotton is a fantastic choice for dressing little ones for sleep.  In a pair of cornflowerblue ORGANIC pj’s or nightie, your daughter will not only be looking super sweet in dreamland; you can rest easy knowing she’s sleeping in the softest and healthiest cotton available.

1. cornflowerblue ORGANIC Charlise PJ’s $49.95 $34.95
2. cornflowerblue ORGANIC Lulu Nightie (White) $45.95 $32.20
3. cornflowerblue ORGANIC Annabel Dress $74.95 $52.50
   
4. cornflowerblue ORGANIC Jasmine Dress $59.95 $41.95
   
5. cornflowerblue ORGANIC Lulu Nightie (Pink) $45.95 $32.20
6. cornflowerblue ORGANIC Ondine Dress $74.95 $52.50
7. cornflowerblue ORGANIC Lily PJ’s $49.95 $34.95
   
8. cornflowerblue ORGANIC Ellie PJ’s $49.95 $34.95
9. cornflowerblue ORGANIC Chloe Nightie $45.95 $32.20

At CornflowerBlue, you will find fabulous local and overseas brands 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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For many of you, this week has been a week of firsts.  It may have been your kidlets first day at school, preschool or day care…their first tooth, first step, first time on the potty….or maybe, the first time they slept through the night (I wish!). My Keiko – www.mykeiko.com.au - meaning  ”My 慶子 ” or roughly “My celebrate child”  is true to it’s name, with an abundance of treats to help you everyday of the week.

We often forget the other siblings that are left behind when one of our children begins school. Ruby Makes a Friend Written by Tina Burke is the perfect book to read to a sibling who has bravely waved goodbye to their older brother or sister for the day. The book introduces us to ‘Ruby’ who solemnly watches her big brother go off to school. She creates an imaginary friend to fill the void and has many adventures with him. In no time Ruby starts school (doesn’t it feel like in a blink of an eye they’re off to school?) herself and meets more friends. This book explores friendships, imagination and fun!

When Mister R was born I was given a gorgeous baby book to record all of his milestone and special moments. One of the mistakes I did make, not being a real crafty person, was using a plain old office ink pad to stamp his little feet and place them in his baby book! Baby wipes would not remove the stain on his little feet….even a half hour soak didn’t work! Oh how I wish I had know about Belly Art – Inkless Print Kits.  No stains. Just a precision imprint of bubs tootsies! Many maternity hospitals also use this fantastic kit.

Packing for trips with the kidlets often requires a checklist: water – check; snacks – check; nappies and wipes – check; spare clothes, um….. Yep, for me I often forget to replace the t-shirt I used last week, or the pants Miss N removed from the bag when it became cloudy and her skirt was not warm enough.  If I’m going to forget something, it’s the spare clothes that I omit. Babysparewear is a concept I think would make my life a little easier. Each set comes with a few basic pieces that make a complete outfit, are packed in a slim line travel case and are made with lightweight 100% cotton, jersey cotton or organic cotton depending on the pack.  Watch out – Babysparewear is reduced to clear! Grab your pack whilst stocks last.

Until 31 March 2010 My Keiko is offering all KSF readers a very generous 20% discount off everything* – including sale stock already reduced by up to 30% – store wide. Use coupon code “KSF” at checkout to redeem. You will also receive FREE regular postage on any order over $150. Keep your eye on the What’s New category with new products arriving daily, and sign up to the newsletter to never miss a beat.

*Update 23/3/2010: Sorry, il Tutto have requested that their products not be included in promotions so this discount is not applicable on il Tutto.

Discounted prices quoted below are applicable with code (read above) until 31 March 2010 only.

1. ‘Ruby Makes a Friend’ by Tina Burke Was $19.95 LESS 20%= $15.96
2. Blue Racoon – Frankie Tulip Hat Was $30.00 LESS 20% = $24.00
3. Il Tutto – Mia Baby Bag (Black) Was $449.00
4. Il Tutto – Sienna Day Bag (Red) Was $189.00
5. Belly Art – Inkless Print Kits Was $19.95 LESS 20% = $15.96
6. Beep Beep Slings – Sunny Was $75.00 LESS 20%= $60.00
7. Uchi – Bubblegum Dot Baby Backpack Was $110.00 THEN $60.00 LESS 20% =$48.00
8. ecococoon – Urban Chic Was $39.95 LESS 20% = $31.96
9. Respisense Was $179.00 LESS 20%= $143.20
10. Babysparewear – Eco Chic Was $42.00 LESS 20% = $33.60
11. Alphasketti – ABC Flash Card Set Was $21.95 LESS 20%= $17.56
12. Vanchi Baby – Kiwi Green Stripe Wrap & Lime Spot Hat Was $29.95 LESS 20%= $23.96
13. Elmo Bump Buddy Was $11.95 LESS 20%= $9.56
14. Nature’s Child – Organic Baby Essentials Gift Box Was $95.00 LESS 20% = $76.00

My Keiko stocks a very stylish collection of brands including Aden & Anais, Appaman, Babu, BabyLegs, babysparewear, Baobab, Beep Beep Slings, Billie Goat Soap, Blue Racoon, BoscoBear, Brolly Sheets, Custard Pie, Dripstick, Elegant Baby, Fairy Floss Creations, Fehn Baby, Gin & Tonic, hiPP, Hotbubba, Hullubullu, Il Tutto, Infancey, Jock & Tilly, Locolili, Look At The Wall, Lotus Linens, Luv A Bub, Melobaby, My Keiko, Nature Baby, Nature’s Child, Penny Scallan, Plumb, Read With Me, Renee Pinto, Respisense, Scout, Skeanie, Snuza, Sticky Baby Company, Totseat, Tyrrell Katz London, Uchi, Urban Rituelle

My Keiko charge $8.50 for standard postage, and $10.50 for Express Post, Australia wide. Orders over $150 are delivered for FREE. International orders are welcome. Visit the My Keiko Terms and Conditions page for full shipping and delivery details.

Today’s post written by Angela

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Calling all Melburnian Mums and Dads! Here’s a date to pop in the calendar: The Baby Show – www.thebabyshow.com.au -  is coming to the stunningly beautiful environs of the Royal Exhibition Building, in Carlton, Melbourne, from 5 – 7 March 2010.

A wonderful public-access event, you will be able to view a multitude of fine baby products first hand, try before you buy, and shop and enjoy exclusive offers from over 100 big industry brands (Huggies, Tommee Tippee, Mothercare, Maclaren, Chicco, Medibank, Ecostore, Happy Baby, Nestle, Peg Perego, Nintendo, Pumpkin Patch and Angus & Robertson anyone?) and a super selection of stylish boutiques.

As well as having access to a wide range of essential baby products you’ll also be able to get the best advice on parenting and health from leading specialists in free seminars and talks. Kids in tow don’t miss out either: Dorothy the Dinosaur and The Teletubbies will be in attendance at the show to get them dancing and keeep them happy.

This is a show for parents, so of course the facilities are top notch! Feed in peace and relax in the Tommee Tippee Baby Feeding Room,  change facilities are care of Babylove, and there will be a dedicated team of porters on the floor to help you out.

“Everything you need for your pregnancy, baby and toddler” – The Baby Show really is an essential part of having a baby.

Tickets to The Baby Show are $20 per person (kids under 14 years are free). If you book in advance you save 50% on entry. Click here to find out more on how to get your entry ticket for just $10 per person, and for full information about the venue and hours of admission. For Facebookers out there, The Baby Show has a group running. Join in here.

Sydneysiders, your time will come: The Baby Show returns to Sydney in September 2010.

Today’s post written by Anna

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Gifts4Kidz – ww.gifts4kidz.com.au – has always been a little larger than life. Owners Marina and Sanya simply like to do things BIG: their range is enormous; they stock sizes ranging from birth right up to 14 years (designer tween and teen fashion? Check!); every purchase is beautifully packaged and their current end of season sale is no exception – in fact it’s massive!

Right now, while stocks last, you can take a very large discount of 50% off all kids clothing, sleepwear, swimwear and shoes at Gifts4Kidz.  Head straight to Kids Clothing (as pretty well everything listed in this category is included),  enter the KSF discount code ‘KSF50‘ at checkout until 14 February 2010, and watch with pleasure as your selections are reduced like magic to half the rrp! What did I tell you? Massive!

Have your children grown this summer? Two of my three children celebrated birthdays this month and I’m not sure if it’s all the birthday cake they’ve eaten or  just that I closed my eyes for a second – but oh my, there have been some major growth spurts this summer! Down at the beach yesterday I realised that my boys shorts really are short shorts!! I to need to shop – and fast!

Locating what Gifts4Kidz  stock in the size you need is really easy with the ‘Shop By Age’ sections listed on their home page. Alternatively, you might like to shop by category or brand to find what you’re looking for.

Pictured below are my favourites from the sale with a little bit of what’s on offer: clothing by brands like Woof! and Tommy Rocket for little men and Minihaha for girls; sleepwear by Books To Wear and swimwear like the very delightful Dotti Swimsuit by Sandy Feet. Plus a great range of shoes from the sylish likes of Walnut, Bebe and Bloch.

Prices quoted in red below are only applicable at Gifts4Kidz with code ‘KSF50′ while stocks last until 14 February 2010 – so get in quick!

A.  Woof Grey Marl Surf Scene Tee (5-14) $43.50 less 50% = $21.75
B. Woof Night Stripe Shirt (5-14) $62.95 less 50% = $31.48
C. Walnut Cruise Denim Shoe (21-30) $29.95 less 50% = $14.98
D. BEBE White Ballet Pump $39.95 less 50% = $19.98
E. Books To Wear Girls Stripe Shorts Pyjama (6-12) $46.95 less 50% = $23.48
F.  Tommy Rocket Tough Tommy Cruiser (3-7) $64.95 less 50% = $32.47
G. Sandy Feet Dotti Swimsuit (8-12) $45.50 less 50% = $22.75
H. Tahlia Navy Wide Lace Dress (4-14) $64.00 less 50% = $32.00
I. Minihaha Bow Pocket Pants (1-4) $54.95 less 50% = $22.48
J. Minihaha Poppy Print Savador Tiered Skirt (18m-4) $66.00 less 50% = $33.00
K.  Perlina by Bloch $89.95 less 50% = $44.98

Brands stocked at Gifts4Kidz include Automoblox, Bebe Clothing, Bebe Jr Clothing, Bobble Art, Books To Wear, Britt Design, Chippie Bags & Accessories, Christopher Vine Design, Cudworth, Custard Pie, Djeco, Jacques Farel, Le Toy Van, Tin Lid Designs, Manhattan Toy Co, Marquise, Minihaha Clothing, Mini Treasures, Missi Missi, Milestone Press, Creative Education, Alperstein Designs, Paper Eskimo, Posh!, Pintoy, Seedling Craft Kids,Tiger Tribe, Tommy Rocket, Two Belles, Uttman Kids, Walnut, Willow and Finn, Wheely Bug, Woof! and Zoe Bonbon.

Gifts4Kidz charge a flat rate delivery of $9.95 Australia wide and provide FREE gift packaging. For full information, including International orders, please see Delivery and Returns.

Today’s post written by Leah

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It’s always a sad day when your child outgrows a favourite label, so here’s a bit of happy news for you: US label Saurette – www.mysaurette.net – provides designer styles for girls from 2 years right through the tween years up to 12 years old. That’s a whole decade of happiness right there! (How to make this great news even better? Every single piece in the Saurette collection is currently on sale up to 60% off!)

Created by fashion design veteran of 18 years, Lisa Kanouse, Saurette was released in early 2009  and has taken off like a rocket.  Rich in colour and detail, Saurette is part vintage, part girl pretty sweetness packaged in a gorgeous array of fabrics embellished with embroidery and beading, and are suitable for both park and party play.

A recent Golden Globes Boom Boom Room favourite, Saurette was picked up by a suite of stars including Puff Daddy’s twin daughters, Joley Fisher’s three daughters True, Skylar, and Luna and Scott Baio’s cheeky chicky, Bailey. Join the club and scoop some for yourself!

Saurette ships internationally with postage and delivery costs based on weight starting at USD$12.30. Click here for the full table of costs.