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Today’s post written by Miki

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Summer is definitely here at Eternal Creation – www.eternalcreation.com – and boy, oh boy, does it feel good!

New season girlswear is all about pretty florals, whether it’s a small, delicate, repeating print or something bigger and bolder.  You’ll see frills, embroidered detail and sweet patterns plus plenty of colour.  I love the this ruffle skirt, and I love the summery sleepwear.  And oh my, the dresses!  So many beautiful dresses, so little time…

Boys don’t go wanting either, with adorable playsuits and separates for babies (I love this one for my 12 month old – *awwww*) while bigger boys are spoiled for choice with a big range of seriously funky shirts and shorts.  I’m loving the applique and the marine feel to the collection, and there are accessories and pyjamas too.

Stock up now on the new summer collection for babies and kids and receive this FREE mama treat worth $29.95 when you spend $75+. To redeem pop $75+ worth of goodies in your cart and enter ‘SAIGON100‘ in the discount code section at checkout. This offers expires on 31 August 2010, so go go go!

1. KD897 Dress - Tie-back party dress with small ruffle sleeve and lovely embroidered waistband. 100% cotton, $74.95. HB01 Hairband - Printed cotton hairband, $9.95.

2. KD850 Top - Short sleeve cotton voile top with embroidered neckline and back neck opening, $39.95. KD860 Pants - Printed cotton 3/4 pants with double ruffle hem and soft elastic waist, $29.95.  HT118 Hat - Printed cotton sunhat with contrast print band and lining. Chin ties, $29.95.

3. KD874 Top - Printed cotton top with pretty tie front on bodice, hem ruffle and adjustable straps, $38.95. KD886 Shorts - Cotton mini shorts with ruffle hem and contrast topstitching, Price: A$39.95. SC234 Headscarf - Printed cotton headscarf with elasticised back and lace trim, $14.95.

4. KD914K Shirt - Classic short sleeve button front shirt with breast pocket, $45.95.  KD933K Shorts - Patch pocket denim shorts. Contrast panel on pockets and cotton tape stripe, $39.95.  HT121 Hat - Boys cotton fishing hat with contrast topstitching and 2 stripe hat band, $29.95.

5. KD871 Dress - Spaghetti strap party dress with contrast print piping, waist tie, and contrast voile ruffle. Fully lined. 100% cotton, $59.95. SC237 Hairbows - Set of two hairbows on elasticated hair band, $9.95.

6. BG100 Bag - Gorgeous cotton print shoulder bag with ribbon trim, covered buttons and generous pocket. Fully lined, 84 x 32cm (including strap), $29.95 – free gift with code ‘SAIGON100′.

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 Angela

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Lovers of LEGO finally have something stylish to store all those little pieces in: *big* LEGO pieces!

Made under licence from LEGO themselves by British storage company Store – www.aplaceforeverything.co.uk – they click together just like their smaller counterparts. Available in medium, large and head (!!), they come in between GBP17-26; around AUD$30-$50.

Contact Store UK to negotiate the price to have some of these beauties shipped your way, or if you’d like to see them closer to home leave a message stating as much on the Howard’s Storage World Facebook page – you never know; if they get enough requests it might just happen!

(via Inside Out magazine on Twitter)

Today’s post written by Anna

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Although becoming a mother has changed me in many ways, my love of beautifully designed things has remained, and, in fact, increased to embrace the world of baby and kids design and fashion.  One of my regular haunts for a fix of all things beautiful and new in the baby and kids world is Metro Mum – www.metromum.com.au.  Mums themselves and with intuitively good taste and a keen eye, proprietors Francine and Tamara are constantly sourcing new wares to grace the pages of their thoughtfully stocked boutique.

Just in are some gorgeous new play mats by French Toy maker Ebulobo. There a two designs to choose from, the Crazy Wolf and the The Woodours which translates directly as the “Wood-Bear”. Both playmats are a great large size for baby floor time, feature 4 activity toys, removable arches, cute crinkle in arms and legs, softly cushioned and are completely machine washable.

Also new at Metro Mum is the new collection of baby books from Begin Smart – Age Appropriate Reading for 0-24mths. There are some lovely titles to choose from, boards books as well as a favourite of mine, a cloth book titled ‘Night Night Baby’.

The Silver Cross Surf, a stunningly designed pram has also arrived at Metro Mum and Francine and Tamara are celebrating with 15% off all Silver Cross Strollers at Metro Mum.

Father’s Day is just around the corner and Metro Mum has a whole section of the store dedicated to spoiling dads on their special day. Here you’ll fnd practical items from brand like Dadgear and the lovely Pearhead Desk Frame – a lovely gift for proud dads.  As an added bonus this month, purchase anything from their well stocked section “For Dad” this month and receive a FREE Pixifoto voucher worth $170 which includes a Free portrait sitting.

There are two great competiions happening in time for Fathers Day too.  You can win over $1000 in prizes, entries close 31 August. Click here to enter. And there is a great colouring contest for your little ones on now too.

In addition to the fantastic competitions and offers already happening at MetroMum, KidStyleFile readers will also receive a FREE $10 Gift Voucher to be used on your next order with orders $60+*. To redeem just pop $60 worth of goodies (the On Sale section is a great place to start) in your cart, proceed to checkout and enter code ‘KSFGIFT‘ before midnight 31 August 2010.

*Before postage charges are added; not valid with any other discount/offer; not valid on sale items.

1. Ebulobo – Crazy Wolf Baby Play Mat $174.00
2. Playsam – Wooden Yoyo (Natural) $22.00 SALE $17.60
3. DadGear Messenger Bag – Professional Grey $145.00
4. Playsam – Ballpoint Pen (Black) $55.00 $48.40
5. Begin Smart – What Does Baby Say? Board Book $17.95
6. Begin Smart – Meow Board Book $24.95
7. Begin Smart Night Night Baby Fabric Book $29.95
8. Father’s Day Giveaway Win over $1000 in prizes – Enter here
   
9. Ebulobo Woodours Bear Baby Play Mat $195.00
   
10. Primo – Daddy Cool Coffee Mug $7.95 $6.00
11. Silver Cross- Surf Pram (Black) $1,199.95 $1,019.95
12. Pearhead – Babyprints Desktop Frame (Various Colours) $44.95

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 and 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 Leah

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Light. Many a Hollywood actress knows the importance of light. Soft lighting, for instance, creates the illusion of youth When it comes to nurseries a strategically placed light can set the mood: calmness through dim lights; sunshine and crispness through bright lights; focal points spotlighted. Sometimes changing your nursery ambiance needs nothing more than the addition of a special light.

First spotted at Kids InStyle in Sydney earlier this year, the Heico Scruffy Puppy lamp is on my wishlist for later this year, and my kids’ current favourite is their Giimo night light. We have Sparky the green and white dog who has become an integral part of our lives – my children won’t go to bed without him lighting their room with his calming rainbow of colours.

There is smorgasboard of wonderful lighting out there for babies and kids rooms and today we give you a head start on sourcing the perfect light source for your needs. Go ahead: light up your life!

1. Giimmo Night Light Indigo (Hedgehog) $44.95 from Metro Mum
2. Lullaby Linen Daisy Lampshade $66.00 from My First Room
3. Heico Scruffy Puppy Lamp $165.00 from Baby’s Got Style
4. Lilly & Lolly Alphabet Lamp$89.00 From The Little Kidz Closet
5. Mini Happle Lamp Red $69.95 From Oranges and Lemons Boutique
6. Light of the Moon Lampshade Was $129.00 Now $100.00 From Sweet Creations
7. Candela Tooli $99.00 From Where Did You Get That?
8. Zzzoolight – Bear $129.95 From Happy Little Hippos
9. Cloud B Twilight Turtle $59.95 From Baby’s Got Style
10. Forest Family Pendant Lightshade $130.00 From Ball and Skittle
11. Car Nursery Lights $49.95 From Cradle Rock
12. Bobble Art Lamp- Dinosaur$79.95 From Gifts4Kidz

Please check individual sites for shipping details, and visit KidStyleFile’s All Current Deals page to check if there are any discount offers currently applicable at the stores listed.

Today’s post written by Angela

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Beloved Australian baby and kids fashion label Moppit – www.moppit.com.au – wants *you* to win $500 worth of Moppit for your very own. (How cool would that be?!) All you have to do is like Moppit on Facebook, then complete a short survey on Moppit (link is on the FB page) and you’ll go into the draw – too easy! You have until 10 September 2010 to enter.

That’s not all, folks, as this fab and fashion-forward brand (as worn by – wait for it! – Suri Cruise!) is currently in major sale mode, with up to 60% off in-store. Selected lines are available in sizes 0-14 years, so there’s something for every member of your brood to enjoy.

Nab a funky Moppit Fedora hat for just $10, a slew of groovy long sleeved tees and shirts for a mere $19, and the iconic Suki Coat Dress 55% off at $59.95. This sale lasts only as long as the stock does, so make your move mighty quick!

Moppit ship Australia-wide via Express Post or Courier for $10.00 per order. International orders are welcome. Please read the full information on postage and delivery here.

Today’s post written by Olivia

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I am always on the lookout for well made, easy wear and affordable clothing for my little button. (Hey, I can justify it: kids grow out of things!) Unique, colourful and 100% cotton are my preferred criteria and I’ve found it in abundance at Baobab – www.baobab.com.au.

Belinda Blooman is the brains, beauty, eyes and designer behind Baobab’s self-confessed ‘ fuss-free 100% cotton clothing range for stylish and active kids 0-10ys’. Its a fabulous range for kids who just want to be kids – they can run, they can jump, they can stretch and play, while still looking funky and fresh! Belinda’s experience as a model, a buyer, a traveller and a Mum is evident in her range: she knows what mum’s love and kids are happy in.

Right now Baobab is clearing out their warehouse of winter wares with discounts of up to 50% off. Neat, huh? To locate the goodies go to the ‘Sale’ tab on the homepage and browse to babies, kids or sets. Of course the fun doesn’t stop there for Kidstyle File readers: you will receive an EXTRA 10% discount off these already reduced prices  until 6 September 2010 by using the magic code ‘KSF10′ at checkout. Offer applies to autumn/winter 2010 pieces only while stocks last. Enjoy!

Discounted prices below are valid with KSF code until 6 September 2010.

1. Stripe Babygrow $39.95 $36.00 less 10% = $32.40
2. Chocolate Racer Bodysuit $35.95 $36.00 less 10% = $32.40
3. Bird Envelope Tee $33.95 $20.40 less 10% = $18.36
4. Charcoal Heart Dress $45.95 $36.80 less 10% = $33.12
5. Purple Tulle Skirt $45.95 $36.80 less 10% = $33.12
6. Red A-Line Skirt $39.95 $29.95 less 10% = $26.96
7. Purple Pocket Dress $55.95 $44.80 less 10% = $40.32
8. Red Patch Pants $34.95 $28.00 less 10% = $25.20
9. Blue Biker Stud Tee $38.95 $33.10 less 10% = $29.79
10. Charcoal Cuff Pant $38.95 $33.10 less 10% =$29.79
11. Charcoal Hoodie $48.95 $39.20 less 10% = $35.28
12. Red Dalmation Stud Tee $38.95 $33.10 less 10% = $29.79

Baobab delivers Australia wide with the average shipping cost for most orders, $7.50. For full details and shipping rates for international buyers, please see the Delivery Information page.