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Post written by Miki

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There can be no doubt as to how devoted Shelley at Lime Tree Kids – www.limetreekids.com.au – is to choosing her products.  With her belief in Attachment Parenting and the importance of child-parent playtime, Shelley has put the same consideration and care that she put into helping her gorgeous adopted son ‘learn to be loved’ into her online boutique – and it shows.

The whole store is full of unique and quality items designed to promote play between parent and child, and each item has been chosen for its “usefulness , creativity, developmental & emotional encouragement and general fun – ness” which pretty much sums up what we all look for in a toy!  New this month at Lime Tree Kids is a stunning new selection of games and puzzles from brands like Fred, Janod, GOKI, Melissa & Doug and Plan Toys.

I know for a fact that my Master A would get a huge kick out of the Janod Magnetic Plane while Master J would have ever so much fun exploring the GOKI Shake & Stack Sensory Blocks; in fact there’s basically nothing here my boys wouldn’t love!  I see a lot of things here that would make fantastic gifts, including the Janod Suitcase Puzzles while the XYZ Alphabet Blocks by Fred gave me a good giggle – D is for Dentures? P is for Power Saw? S is for Sunburn? *Awesome*

Every sale before 14 June 2011 at Lime Tree Kids using the code KSF1055 will receive 10% off and automatically go into the special KidStyleFile competition draw to win a $100 gift voucher! The 10% off can also be used in the sale category where you’ll already find products discounted by up to 55%, so this is a fantastic deal.  The winner of the competition will be announced via the Lime Tree Kids e-newsletter on 17 June 2011.

Discounted prices below are only valid using code KSF1055 while stocks last and until 14 June 2011.

1. Janod Magnetic Plane, $34.95 less 10% = $31.45
2. GOKI Push Along Ladybird, $10.95 less 10% = $9.85
3. Plan Toys Wooden Baby Car, $21.95 less 10% = $19.75
4. Fred XYZ Alphabet Blocks, $39.95 less 10% = $35.95
5. GOKI Stacking Tower, $29.95 less 10% = $26.95
6. Melissa & Doug Construction Chunky Puzzle, $19.95 less 10% = $17.95
7. Janod Dragon Suitcase Puzzle, $32.95 less 10% = $29.65
8. GOKI 4 Layer Butterflies Puzzle, $14.95 less 10% = $13.45
9. GOKI Catch The Bee Game, $12.95 less 10% = $11.65
10. GOKI Shake & Stack Sensory Blocks, $49.95 less 10% = $44.95

Lime Tree Kids stocks the following quality designers: Alimrose, Aden + Anais, Lily & George, Boon, JamBerry, Melissa & Doug, Plan Toys, Fred, Puj, Fiesta Crafts, GOKI, Heimess, Janod, Lilliputiens, Doowell, lunchpunch, Rex, Engel, Oopsie, ERGObaby, Bubeewrap, KissKiss HugHug, Breeze Baby, PeanutShell, WallCandy, Flexi Bath, Lupi Lu, The Wean Machine, Bambinoz, Easy Bubs, O.B Designs, Swaddle Designs, Wee Gallery, Kikkerland, Peekaboo, Dwell Studio, Usbourne, Todd Parr, Toys Pure, Cara Jane, Jellycat, Hog Wild and JIP.

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 the page titled ‘Shipping’.

Post written by Anna

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Paper and cardboard has a longstanding role in children’s toy design with traditional cardboard toys like playing cards and puzzles. The simple toys in this field seem to get better and more beautiful with time: you may remember Eames’ House of cards which is a sight and delight to behold.  These traditional materials have been carried over into cardboard flashcards both for newborns and for children learning to read and write and continue with the endless possibilities of origami.

And who could forget the magic of assembling, decorating and playing with paper dolls? You can pass on this lovely pastime with your children with the help of the many and varied dolls available to simply click and print out – or how about a beautiful custom made paper doll made to look just like your special little girl. So lovely.

For paper craft and activities with cardboard, the world wide web has so much to offer in the way of templates and inspiring ideas for creating with your children. The coming winter months could be the perfect moment to see a resurgence of these traditions in your home – or have ago for the very first time!

In the design word there has been a rise of cardboard and paper creation in nearly every aspect of design you can think of. This trend has been mirrored in the world of children’s design and it is most definitely marvelous to see! You can now find a stunning array of playhouses, tables, chairs, paper cut artwork, cradles and high chairs made for children.

If the whole world was made of paper it would be most beautiful as you can tell in the display of some of my favourite finds below.

1. Mibo ‘The Wild Bunch’ Paper Animals $14.95 at Lark Handmade
2. Jurianne Matter Little Paper Wish Boats $19.95 at Pulp Creative Paper
3. Makedo Find And Make Car $19.95 at Kindred Gifts
4. Kikkerland Photo Mobile $14.95 at My Messy Room
5. Belkiz Feedaway portable Highchair $39.95 at State Of Green
6. Villa Carton – Decorate your own Rocking Throne Chair $66.00 at Ball and Skittle
7. Kroom Cardboard Fire Station $45.00 at Mudd Kids
8. Mini Me Ultimate Customised Paper Doll Package $27.00 USD at Lily & Thistle
9. Green Lullaby Eco Cradle $96.50 at Black Eyed Green
10. Vilac Carboard Farm $35.95 at Send-A-Toy
11. Paperpod Aeroplane $49.95 at Paperpod Australia
12. Calafant Dinosaur – small $12.50 at State Of Green

Please check individual sites for shipping details.   Also make sure you check the KidStyleFile All Current Dealspage to make sure you’re getting the very best deal.

Post written by Miki

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The lovely Penny at Billy Lids – www.billylids.com.au – runs one heck of a good store!  Her stylish e-boutique is all about kids, with a great range of high quality children’s wear and accessories all hand-picked by Penny herself to appeal to kids and parents alike.  She stocks the brightest and latest in high quality and practical products for newborns right through to five-year-olds, and I love everything I see!

New right now at Billy Lids are some absolutely adorable arrivals from Bebe by Minihaha including the delightful cherry blossom Daphne range for girls and Flynn for boys.  I also love the new range from Papoose including the Popover Dress in lavender pictured below at #2.  I’m also loving the sweet little Apple Park range of baby toys such as this bunny teether, and the ‘so clever I can’t believe no-one thought of it til now’ tag*a*long stroller handle.

Right now at Billy Lids you can take 20% off store-wide: this offer includes the sale section where you’ll find products already discounted by up to 50% – suffice to say, you can score some *big* savings here!  You can even take advantage of the FREE giftwrapping and wrap up all the new baby and birthday presents you need for the next while, saving you money and time! Simply enter discount code KSF at checkout to redeem on this fantastic offer until midnight 4 June 2011.

Discounted prices below are only applicable while stocks last when using the code KSF until 4 June 2011.

1. Allerhand Clara Club Bag – Dark Brown, $225.00 $158.00 less 20% = $126.40
2. Papoose Popover Dress – Lavender, $27.30 less 20% = $21.84
3. Bebe by Minihaha ‘Flynn’ Wrap Romper, $37.85 less 20% = $30.28
4. Bebe by Minihaha ‘Mon Coeur’ Velour Wrap Romper, $34.95 less 20% = $27.96
5. Baobab Red Voile Girls Tee, $38.95 less 20% = $31.16
6. Baobab Denim A-Line Skirt, $46.95 less 20% = $37.56
7. Urchin L/S Faun Tee, $33.00 less 20% = $26.40
8. Voila Safari Cubes, $25.70 less 20% = $20.56
9. Bebe by Minihaha ‘Nathan’ Stripe Teddy, $20.00 less 20% = $16.00
10. Bebe by Minihaha ‘Nathan’ Stripe Shirt, $37.85 less 20% = $30.28

Billy Lids stocks a fine very selection of designer baby and kids products from the following brands: Allerhand, And the little dog laughed, Annabel Karmel, Apple Park, b.box, Baby Sticky Bowl, Babyushka, Baobab, Busybee Friends, Cheeki, Click Clack Cars, Cloudb, Fridge-To-Go, Giimmo, Hilly Chrisp, Honey Sticks, Huckleberry Lane, Loco Felix, Loco Lili, Marquise, MAUD n LIL, Minihaha, Mum2Mum, Papoose, Playtex, Qubies, Tagalong, The Modern Baby Co, Tomat, Totseat, Urchin, Visual Gram, Voila, Vulli, WEILbaby, Woolly Wugs and Zuny.

Billy Lids ship within Australia with postage starting at $6.50. Worldwide shipping is also available. Please click here for full details.

Post written by Leah

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Oishi-m – www.oishi-m.com - is a 100 percent Australian made and owned label whose garments totally encapsulate its name. Pronounced ‘oy-shee-em’ it means ‘oishi’ for yummy in Japanese and ‘m’ for the mini one in your life. Designer Fiona McPherson, “creative mastermind, fabric fiend and founder” of the label sources kimono, vintage and retro fabrics that she then combines with denim and cotton to produce super stylish and original pieces for newborns through to toddlers. Rather than twice-yearly seasonal releases, Oishi-m launches limited edition pieces every 1-2 months! The constant growth of the label, and new pieces always means there is something unique to add to your little ones wardrobe.

As a mum herself, Fiona is well aware that our youngsters grow everyday at different rates – no two bubbas are the same, so she has designed her label with each piece constructed around these four principles: easy to dress, constantly comfortable, forever fashionable and growing with your munchkin. The innovative ‘Tummy Toastie’ helps to keep bub’s tummy comfortably warm and covered; and nappy bottoms are catered for with the super cute fabric panel at the back.

This month, Oishi-m has released their latest winter installment of super comfy, spunky garments for busy little people including their limited edition signature ‘Chubba Jeans’ (wide leg) and ‘Skinny Jeans’. Both cater for nappy bottoms and, or course, include the trusty Tummy Toastie! The range currently features  jeans, trackies and bottoms; shrugs, T’s and Hoodies which are all versatile, functional and funky!

Items start from $34.95, with sizing ranging from 000-2 with some T’s up to size 4. The range can be purchased directly from the Oishi-m online store. Further stockists can be found here.

Post written by Anna

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There is an assurance that comes from shopping from an on line store with a sensational reputation. When shopping from Send-A-Toy – www.sendatoy.com.au you can have confidence in a high quality store that offers quality brands, products and exceptional customer service. Send-A Toy offer free gift wrap and great postage rates to your location – yes they certainly deliver on their promise of ‘smiles Australia wide’!

You will find a stunning array of brands at Send-A-Toy including An Angel At My Table, Automoblox, Bajo, Brio, Cocoon Couture, Deglingos, Djeco, Dumpling Dynasty, Educo, EEBOO,Fiesta Crafts, Folkmanis, Green Toys, Haba, Heimess, Honeysticks, Janod, Kaloo Baby Gifts, Kathe Kruse, Lark, Le Toy Van, Mamas & Papas, Melissa & Doug, Moulin Roty, Nici, Pintoy, Plan Toys, Quadrilla, Rosie Flo activity books, Sevi, SIGG Bottles, Trudi Soft Toys, Vilac, Voila Toys, Wheely Bug, WonderWorld and more.

Right now Send A Toy currently have a fabulous deal on offer: take $10.00 off all orders $99.00+ (before shipping costs). You will need to enter code  PICKLE to receive $10.00 off your order. Please note this offer is only valid for one use per customer and expires 5 June 2011.   You’ll also receive FREE postage Australia-wide on orders $150+ (before post charges).

Always on the hunt for a bargain, pictured below are my favourite finds all easily located in the sale section where you can locate toys discounted by up to up to 40% off rrp’s…my only pickle is where to spend my $99.00!!

Send a Toy postage charges start at $7.95 for standard post and $12.95 for Express for orders up to 3kg, Australia-wide, excluding bulky items. Free gift-wrapping applies on most items. Please see the Send-A-Toy Delivery Guide for full details.

Post written by Anna

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Happy weekend KidStyleFilers! I’m sure you have many a happy plan up your sleeve to keep you and your little ones entertained. I wonder what’s on the agenda at your house? Being the weekend I am sure there are many of you making final preparations for your little one’s birthday party (we have two to attend just today) – so I wish you all the very best!

One hot spot for sourcing all the bits that help build anticipation, the excitement and put joy on little faces for a party is Pink Frosting – www.pinkfrosting.com.au – who specialise in party supplies for every occasion. Whether it be a wedding, baby shower, christening or the all important birthday party, Pink Frosting has everything you will need to help ensure your do is a raging success! Invitations, balloons, party decorations, party favours, boxes, bags, invites, buntings and much much more. Check the colourful Kids Parties section for some super ideas.

Don’t miss the On Sale section, at Pink Frosting right now for up to 60% off selected items, while stocks last and enter code yesido to receive a 10% discount on all full priced items with your first order until 31 July 2011. Code cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.Pink Frosting charge from $9.50 for Express Courier delivery, Australia wide. International orders are welcome. Click here for full postage and delivery information.