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Back To School 2012: Nom Nom Nom, It’s Lunchtime!

Posted: January 17th, 2012

Written by Domenica

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In a former life I was a teacher, and therefore painfully aware of how quickly the school holidays seemed to pass. With some parts of Australia starting school in around two weeks, we felt it was high time to do our homework here at KidStyleFile and roundup some of our fave top ‘Back To School’ picks. Today we are starting with just a few of our fave picks for lunch related items.

At the risk of sounding very old, I must admit that I cannot believe how far the humble lunchbox and drink bottle has come design-wise in both looks and functionality! And with more and more daycare centres, kindergartens and schools becoming waste free, now is the perfect time to consider investing in a fab lunchbox and drink bottle. Nom, nom, nom!

KidStyleFile's Back To School Top Picks: Lunchtime!

In no particular order of preference:

A. Skip Hop Zoo Lunchies Dog -Haggus & Stookles – $21.00
B. Cooler Lunch Bag Green Robot – Lime Tree Kids – $32.95
C. Built NY Munchler Insulated Kids Lunch Box Boo – Haggus & Stookles – Was $19.95 Sale = $16.95
D. Rex Circus Parade Lunch Box – Little Styles – $11.95
E. Assorted Fluf Lunch Bags – Kindred Gifts – From $23.95
F. Lego Lunchbox Red – Metro Mum – $19.95
G. Jasnor Very Hungry Caterpillar Lunch Bag – Little Styles – $24.95
H. Dwell Lunch Box Bag – Transport – The Infant Boutique – $49.00 Sale $44.10
I. Citizenpip Polka Dot BPA Free Kids Lunch Starter Kit – Metro Mum – $59.95
J. Bobble Art Kids Lunch Box – Multi Heart – Haggus & Stookles – $24.95
K. H2Onya Stainless Steel Bottle 500ml – Buxton Baby – $17.95
L. Hatley Wild At Heart Drink Bottle – Baby’s Got Style – $14.95
M. Funtainer Drink Bottle 355mls – Dancer – Where Did You Get That? – $24.95 Sale $19.96
N. Cheeki Stainless Steel Drinking Bottle 750ml – Metallic Purple – Ekidna Kids – $17.95
O. Bobble Art Spot Drink Bottle – Ekidna Kids – $19.95
P. Contigo Kangaroo Autoseal Blue Drink Bottle – Where Did You Get That? – $21.95
Q. Crocodile Creek Jungle Jive Drink Bottle – Ekidna Kids – $19.95 Sale $15.95
R. Rocket Racing Drink Bottle 350ml – The Infant Boutique – $24.95
S. Drink Bottle – Red Star – Little Explorers – Was $19.95 Sale $11.97
T. Vapur 0.5L Anti-Bottle Cyan Blue – Where Did You Get That? – $18.95
U. Lunch Punch Fairy Princess Sandwich Cutters – Baby’s Got Style – $13.95
V. Toddler Cutlery Set – Charlie’s Bucket – $59.00
W. Lunch Punch Transport Sandwich Cutters – Baby’s Got Style – $13.95

 See individual stores for details of discounted prices as marked in red. Please check individual stores for shipping information and don’t forget to check the KidStyleFile’s All Current Deals page for any special deals that might be available.

Get Back To School In Style With Haggus & Stookles: Up to 60% Off Sale + EXTRA 10% Off Storewide With A Huge Range Of Backpacks, Lunch Boxes, Drink Bottles & More!

Posted: January 9th, 2012

Post written by Miki

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You know what time of year it is, don’t you. It’s time for all of us who have kinder or school-aged children to start getting them ready for the new school year – especially exciting for those who have children starting for the first time! By now you’ve probably received lists of the supplies their school or kinder wants them to have, and the basic list will look something like this: 1 x backpack, 1 x lunchbox or lunch bag, 1 x drink bottle, 1 x library and/or swimming bag, 1 x pencil case and, in the case of preschoolers, 1 x set of naptime linen.

The place to go for all of the above is Haggus and Stookles – www.haggusandstookles.com.au - where you’ll find an excellent range of back to school gear to choose from. Take backpacks, for example – there are no fewer than 67 backpacks available from quality brands such as Bobble Art, Tiger Tribe, Stephen Joseph, Allerhand, Skiphop, LittleLife and Kiddysac, which means you will have no trouble whatsoever choosing something perfect for your kid.  Sit them down at the computer and get them to help choose; my kids love doing this! The wide range of choice available continues through drink bottlespencil cases, library and swimming bags and bag tags (don’t let your lovely new purchases get lost!).  You’re also spoiled for choice when it comes to lunch boxes and lunch bags.  Some parents prefer the traditional lunch box style – how cute are the Yubo ones? While others like an insulated lunch bag with individual containers inside it, but whichever way you swing you’ll find plenty to choose from. Fridge To Go insulated lunch bags are the standout for keeping food cold, so if you live in an especially hot part of Australia you might like to choose one of these.  Tweens, teens and even hip mamas will love the Built NY Gourmet Getaway insulated lunch bags, and the fantastic Fit & Fresh range is also a winner.

Last of all, those of you with little ones will need to check out sheet sets for nap time. You have a few choices here, such as a colourful fitted and flat sheet in a drawstring bag from Kiddysac, or the Kozy Koala, an all-in-one padded sleeping mat with attached top sheet and pillow and a removable blanket.

Best of all, KidStyleFile readers can take 10% off store-wide at Haggus and Stookles until 9 February 2012 – just enter kidstylefile at checkout to redeem your discount. Don’t forget to check out the sale section for super savings of up to 60% off!

Get Back To School In Style With Haggus & Stookles: Up to 60% Off Sale + EXTRA 10% Off Storewide With A Huge Range Of Backpacks, Lunch Boxes, Drink Bottles & More!

1. Tiger Tribe Drawstring Bag – Tools, $19.95 less 10% = $17.95; Bobble Art Kids Swimming/Library Bag – Multi Heart, $24.95 less 10% = $22.45
2. Stephen Joseph Kids Backpack – Watermelon, $39.95 less 10% = $35.95; Tiger Tribe Kids Backpack – Guitar, $31.95 less 10% = $28.75
3. Cubeo School Bag Organiser, $19.95 less 10% = $17.95; Stephen Joseph Kids Bag Tag – Shark, $11.95 less 10% = $10.75
4. Trunki Kids Pencil Cases, $14.95ea less 10% = $13.45; Bobble Art Kids Barrel Pencil Case – Rocket, $14.95 less 10% = $13.45
5. Fit & Fresh 1 Cup Chilled Snack Container, $4.95ea less 10% = $4.45ea; Dabbawalla Insulated Lunch Bag – Cute As A Bug, $39.95 less 10% = $35.95; Fit & Fresh 2 Cup Kids Chilled Snack Container, $6.95ea less 10% = $6.25ea
6. Cheeki Stainless Steel Drink Bottle ‘Back To School’ Set – Girls, $35.90 less 10% = $32.31; Thermos Funtainer Straw Bottle – Action, $21.95 less 10% = $19.75

Haggus & Stookles stock an array of products to make your life out and about with kids a breeze, including: 4 My Earth; Aden & Anais; Adore-A-View; aka Pipik; Alex Toys; Allergy free passports; Allerhand; AllyKat; Amadeus; Annabel Karmel; Annabel Trends; Baa Baa Blind; Baby Mel; Baby Nation;  Baby Sherpa; Baby U; BabyWedge; Bags & Boxes; Bazoonai Kids; Bebe au Lait; Bella Tunno; Bobble Art/Rush; Boo Boo Buddy; Brolly Sheets; Bubbaroo; Built NY; Chick Pea; Dad Gear; Danish by Design/Minui; Design Go; Djeco; Dripstik; Drop Buddy; Easyfeed; Ellaroo; Envriosax; Envirotrend; Fit & Fresh; Fridge to Go; Gaia Skin Naturals; Go Home Junior; Goldbug; Goober Baby; High Road; Houdini Stop; Hurphy Durphy; Infantino; Infoband; Innate; Irony Homewares; JazSlings; Jelly Cat; Kaboodle Bags; Kiddysac; KidsAlert; Kipiis; Kozy Koala; Kozyepi; Littlelife; Lollipop Monkey; Longitude 151; Made by Mums; Medibuddy; Melissa & Doug; Moochie-Mo; Munchee Mug; My Little Seat; myBagTag; olli&pop; OnTray; Oobi; Petit Jour Paris; Pigeon; Playgro; Pure Wipes; Scrunch; SIGG; Skip Hop; Snug as a Bug; Stick ‘n Go; Storksak; Stuffit; Swan & Sparrow; Tantrums; Tatyourtot; The Bag Tag Studio; The Mummy Hook; Thermos; Tiger Tribe; Trunki; Vanchi; Woobee

Postage and handling at Haggus & Stookles starts at $1.00. Express post within Australia and International registered post are available. Insurance is optional. See the Haggus & Stookles site for more details.

Haggus & Stookles: Happy Home & Away – Up to 60% Off Sale + *Extra* 10% Storewide Discount For KSF Readers

Posted: December 4th, 2011

Written by Anna

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The universal countdown to Christmas is on, but I have my own countdown going – I am counting down the days until the school year ends. That final school bell signals freedom in the air because I *love* school holidays and the extended opportunity they offer to relax and play with my children.

Lots of summer time adventuring will be on the agenda for our school holidays and I know just the place to ensure we are all set up for them – Haggus and Stookles – www.haggusandstookles.com.au. This fabulous store has been purpose designed to ensure you and your family have everything you need to make memorable adventures of every kind; trips to the park, outings and holidays near and far. There are nappy bags, kids’ backpacks, lunch boxes, drink bottles, travel accessories including passport and document holders, packing bags, travel neck pillows, luggage tags and toiletry bags. There are car accessories to get your car super organised too. The TrayKit shown in pink below is a simply brilliant product. It’s an all-in-one kids travel carry-on backpack and play tray solution which can hang from the seat in front in a car or plane to provide an extendable play surface with raised sides – no more toys on the floor. No wonder it’s award winning!

Perfectly timed for the count down to Christmas and school holidays, Haggus and Stookles are offering KidStyleFile readers a most lovely 10% discount storewide, including all of the items found in the specials page – some which have already been marked down by up to 60% off.  To redeem, simply enter kidstylefile at checkout. The offer continues while stocks last only and ends midnight Christmas Eve, 24 December 2011.

Haggus & Stookles: Happy Home & Away - Up to 60% Off Sale + *Extra* 10% Storewide Discount For KSF Readers

Discounted prices quoted below are valid with discount code kidstylefile while stocks last, until 24 December  2011.

one. Tiger Tribe Large Kids Backpack – Flower $44.95  less 10% = $40.45
two. TrayKit – Kids Travel Play Tray and Backpack $54.95 less 10% = $49.45
three. Tiger Tribe Magna Junior Magnetic Puzzles – Dress up Girls $29.95 less 10% = $26.95
four. Tiger Tribe Sweet Thing Stamp Set – Owls $11.95 less 10% = $10.75
five. 4MyEarth Sandwich Wrap $10.95 less 10% = $9.85
six. J.I.P. Kids Toiletry Bag – Red Hearts $12.95 less 10% = $11.65
seven. Envirosax Enviro Bag - Nomad Saffron $8.95 less 10% = $8.05
eight. Built NY Spicy Relish Lunch Tote Bag – Scatter Dot $49.95 less 10% = $44.95
nine. Thermos Intak Vacuum Insulated Drink Bottle – 770ml $31.99 less 10% = $28.79
ten. b.box – The Essential Sippy Cup – Raspberry $14.95 less 10% = $13.45
eleven. Fridge to Go Medium Lunch Cooler Bag $32.95 less 10% = $29.65
twelve. Babes in the Shade Boy’s Sun Shirt – Rugger Navy & Green $39.00 less 10% = $27.00

Haggus & Stookles stock an array of products to make your life out and about with kids a breeze, including: 4 My Earth; Aden & Anais; Adore-A-View; aka Pipik; Alex Toys; Allergy free passports; Allerhand; AllyKat; Amadeus; Annabel Karmel; Annabel Trends; Baa Baa Blind; Baby Mel; Baby Nation;  Baby Sherpa; Baby U; BabyWedge; Bags & Boxes; Bazoonai Kids; Bebe au Lait; Bella Tunno; Bobble Art/Rush; Boo Boo Buddy; Brolly Sheets; Bubbaroo; Built NY; Chick Pea; Dad Gear; Danish by Design/Minui; Design Go; Djeco; Dripstik; Drop Buddy; Easyfeed; Ellaroo; Envriosax; Envirotrend; Fit & Fresh; Fridge to Go; Gaia Skin Naturals; Go Home Junior; Goldbug; Goober Baby; High Road; Houdini Stop; Hurphy Durphy; Infantino; Infoband; Innate; Irony Homewares; JazSlings; Jelly Cat; Kaboodle Bags; Kiddysac; KidsAlert; Kipiis; Kozy Koala; Kozyepi; Littlelife; Lollipop Monkey; Longitude 151; Made by Mums; Medibuddy; Melissa & Doug; Moochie-Mo; Munchee Mug; My Little Seat; myBagTag; olli&pop; OnTray; Oobi; Petit Jour Paris; Pigeon; Playgro; Pure Wipes; Scrunch; SIGG; Skip Hop; Snug as a Bug; Stick ‘n Go; Storksak; Stuffit; Swan & Sparrow; Tantrums; Tatyourtot; The Bag Tag Studio; The Mummy Hook; Thermos; Tiger Tribe; Trunki; Vanchi; Woobee

Postage and handling at Haggus & Stookles starts at $1.00. Express post within Australia and International registered post are available. Insurance is optional. See the Haggus & Stookles site for more details.

Hot Offer: Built NY Munchler Meadow Lunchbag 78% off, Just $4.95, at Shop Until – While Stocks Last Only

Posted: October 2nd, 2011

Written by Angela

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Meadow is a Rabbit who lives in a burrow underground. She is very gentle and loves to cuddle. Her favourite meal is a nice salad with lots of carrots and leafy greens, and she’d love to come and live with you!

On sale at Shop Until – www.shopuntil.com.au for just $4.95 (78% off rrp) Meadow is a good buy and a good-bye: she’s been discontinued by her makers, Built New York, and is available only while stocks last, so hop on over now and score yourself a great bargain! While you’re over at Shop Until don’t miss their sale section with 50% off a fine selection of Built NY bibs, lunch bags, bottle holders and change mats, all while stocks last only.

Built NY Meadow Munchler’s vital statistics:

  • Exterior Dimensions: 16.5 x 19.1 x 12.7cm;
  • Designed in conjunction with award-winning children’s book illustrator, Stephen Savage;
  • Made from polypropylene;
  • Tested lead and food safe;
  • Insulates food and drinks;
  • Small handles for small hands;
  • Unzips to a placemat and stores flat.

Hot Offer: Built NY Munchler Meadow Lunchbag 78% off, Just $4.95, at Shop Until - While Stocks Last Only

Shop Until charge $6.95 flat-rate postage Australia-wide. Orders over $100.00 are shipped FREE. View full postage and delivery information here.

Get Your Fill at Shop Until: 50% off Selected Built NY Products

Posted: March 19th, 2011

Post written by Angela

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How would you like to get your hands on a little bit of 50% off? I know just the place to get it, and I’m sharing!

Shop Until – www.shopuntil.com.au – currently has 50% off a fine selection of Built NY bibs, lunch bags, bottle holders and change mats, while stocks last only. I really do love the Built Munchler lunch bags: they’re made from polypropylene, are lead and food safe, provide insulation for food and drink for a few hours and unzip to a placemat, plus they’re cute!! Move quick before they’re gone – at 50% off these babies won’t last long!

Shop Until charge $6.95 flat-rate postage Australia-wide. Orders over $100.00 are shipped FREE. View full postage and delivery information here.

Happy Home and Away with Haggus & Stookles: Everything You Need To Head Out With Kids – Up to 40% off Sale + EXTRA 10% Store-wide Discount

Posted: November 23rd, 2010

Post written by Miki

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Let’s face it, none of us want to stay at home with our kids day in, day out.  The kids would be climbing the walls to say nothing of the parents, and it wouldn’t be healthy for anyone.  But unless you’re properly equipped, getting out and about can be stressful.

Haggus & Stookles – www.haggusandstookles.com.au takes the stress out of leaving the house with your brood. Whether it’s a trip to the park or an international travel adventure, there’s everthing you need to make the experience as easy as can be.

For day trips you’ll need a sunhat for each child (I love the Chick Pea range), a water bottle or sippy cup for each kid, something to put snacks in, a nappy wallet if you have babies or toddlers, and a nice large bag to put it all in. If you’re heading off on a big holiday you’ll need all of the above plus a few extras.  The Trunki is a fabulous way of negotiating an airport with a toddler or preschooler (tried and tested many times by yours personally), and a baby carrier or sling will do the trick for littlies. Pack your child’s own carry on bag with a range of toys and activities to keep them occupied for the duration of the flight, and have a neck pillow handy to help a little person sleep.

Haggus and Stookles is offering all KidStyleFile the chance to be happy on the move for less: take 10% off everything in store – including the Specials section which has sale items reduced by up to 40%until 24 December 2010 when you enter discount code kidstylefilexmas at checkout.  Happy travels!

Happy Home and Away with Haggus & Stookles: Everything You Need To Head Out With Kids - Up to 40% off Sale + EXTRA 10% Store-wide Discount

Discounted prices quoted below are valid using the code kidstylefilexmas at checkout until 24 December 2010.

1. Built NY Large Market Tote Bag – Scatter Dot, $79.95 less 10% =  $71.95
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Trunki Penelope The Princess Carriage, $84.95 less 10% = $76.45
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Chick Pea Children’s Hat – Tulips, $29.95 less 10% = $26.95
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Alex Toys Rub A Dub Squirters For The Tub – Ocean, $14.95 less 10% = $13.45
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Tiger Tribe Kids Backpack – Rocket, $31.95 less 10% = $28.75
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Thermos Funtainer Straw Bottle – Dancer, $24.95 less 10% = $22.45
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Alex Toys Scribble & Doodle Activity Book – On The Go, $16.95 less 10% = $15.25
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Tiger Tribe Sticker Pics Activity Set – Animals, $11.95 less 10% = $10.75
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Trunki Kids Washbag, $18.95 less 10% = $17.05
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Tiger Tribe MagnaScene – Riveting Robots, $24.95 less 10% = $22.45
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Babes In The Shade Girls Sunshirt – Spotti Dotti Raspberry, $39.00 less 10% = $35.10

Haggus & Stookles stock an array of products to make your life out and about with kids a breeze, including: 4 My Earth; Aden & Anais; Adore-A-View; aka Pipik; Alex Toys; Allergy free passports; Allerhand; AllyKat; Amadeus; Annabel Karmel; Annabel Trends; Baa Baa Blind; Baby Mel; Baby Nation;  Baby Sherpa; Baby U; BabyWedge; Bags & Boxes; Bazoonai Kids; Bebe au Lait; Bella Tunno; Bobble Art/Rush; Boo Boo Buddy; Brolly Sheets; Bubbaroo; Built NY; Chick Pea; Dad Gear; Danish by Design/Minui; Design Go; Djeco; Dripstik; Drop Buddy; Easyfeed; Ellaroo; Envriosax; Envirotrend; Fit & Fresh; Fridge to Go; Gaia Skin Naturals; Go Home Junior; Goldbug; Goober Baby; High Road; Houdini Stop; Hurphy Durphy; Infantino; Infoband; Innate; Irony Homewares; JazSlings; Jelly Cat; Kaboodle Bags; Kiddysac; KidsAlert; Kipiis; Kozy Koala; Kozyepi; Littlelife; Lollipop Monkey; Longitude 151; Made by Mums; Medibuddy; Melissa & Doug; Moochie-Mo; Munchee Mug; My Little Seat; myBagTag; olli&pop; OnTray; Oobi; Petit Jour Paris; Pigeon; Playgro; Pure Wipes; Scrunch; SIGG; Skip Hop; Snug as a Bug; Stick ‘n Go; Storksak; Stuffit; Swan & Sparrow; Tantrums; Tatyourtot; The Bag Tag Studio; The Mummy Hook; Thermos; Tiger Tribe; Trunki; Vanchi; Woobee

Postage and handling starts at $6.50. Express post within Australia and International registered post are available. Insurance is optional. See the Haggus & Stookles site for more details.