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Today’s post written by Leah

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With Christmas just around the corner and Hanukkah at the end of the week, the celebration season is really on. It’s one of the busiest times of year with all of us fluttering around trying to organise everything and the buzz of excitement growing with anticipation.

Over at Where Did You Get That – www.wheredidyougetthat.com.au – sisters Toni and Melony they are about to celebrate a milestone of their very own: just in time for Christmas they will be showcasing over 100 Djeco products. This renown French brand produces a super range of products from puzzles to mosaics, craft products to games, mobiles to role playing activities – Djeco has something for every child.

In celebration of Djeco this Christmas Where Did You Get That? are offering all KSF readers 10% all Djeco products until 15 December 2009 using the code: FANCY-THAT.

The KSF team love Djeco and today we thought we would share some of our favourites.

1. Our fearless leader, Angela loves the Beasts Stickers “because Marc Moutavont who wrote Mouk illustrated them (I love the book and so do my kids!) and they are full of fun and personality.” She also loves the Marine World Mobile designed for Djeco by Delphine Chedru because “they really have to been to be believed: the fish really seem to be swimming and it’s a really nice big size that creates a magical effect (fantastic price, too!).”

Djeco Beast Stickers Was $4.95 LESS 10%= $4.45
Djeco Marine World Mobile Was $40.40 Now $29.04 LESS 10%=  $26.15

2. Over in England, Miki is preparing for a White Christmas. (Ooohh, I’m so envious!! I have these visions of a Dicken’s Christmas (without the Scrooge) with Carolers singing at my doorstep and yule logs on the fire.) Miki’s two favourite Djeco items are the  Knight Height Chart “because both kids and parents love tracking growth, and this chart is a fun, bright design”, and the Fish Mosaics: “I loved doing mosaics as a kid and am looking forward to introducing them to my boys. And fish are a nicely unisex subject (as opposed to fairies etc, which boys tend not to get so enthusiastic about ).”

Djeco Knight Height Chart Was $37.50 Now $24.95 LESS 10% = $22.45
Djeco Fish Mosaics Was $21.95 Now $19.95 LESS 10%= $17.95

3. Edwina, our resident crafter, and mummy of 3 cheeky boys, has delighted in searching through the WDYGT Djeco range.  Her boys already have the Djeco Knights Discovery Puzzle at home: “It has nice big pieces, easy for little fingers to pick up. This 54 piece puzzle also has a great poster of the same picture which makes it easier to for the little ones to put the puzzle together.” Edwina thinks the Djeco Knights Create a Story set is the perfect accompaniment with stamps, stickers and stencils her boys “are likely to revel in creating their own Knight’s Tale!”.

Djeco Knights Discovery Puzzle $29.95 LESS 10% = $26.95
Djeco Knights Create a Story $37.40 LESS 10%=  $33.65

4. Anna is the ‘Yummy Mummy’ in our team (her coffee cup confirms it!). She has an eye for detail so it comes as no surprise that she loves a range of items from the Djeco range.  At the top of her list is the Djeco Traffic Stickers – With two boys obsessed and filled with an “unending passion for all things vehicle”,  these  score Anna “super mummy” (or super Santa even) status in their books! “They are great for using in art and craft offering lots of possibilities for streetscape creating.”

With a little girl just discovering toys, Anna’s second pick is the Djeco Maggy Shape Sorter. “Maggy is one toy that can be played with over and over and over – and one that her older brothers will enjoy playing with her too.  Maggy is a total keeper – one for a lifetime of children to enjoy.  Even when my kids are all grown up, I’ll be able to bring her out for visiting children.”

Djeco Traffic Stickers $4.95 LESS 10% = $4.45
Maggy Shape Sorter $54.95 LESS 10% = $49.45

5. Annie is basking in the holiday spirit at the moment. Another semester down and she’s closer to that accounting degree! The Djeco range is larger than life this year, but Annie and her little Princess have managed to settle on two favourites: “Djeco’s Birthday Party Tea Time Set because Tea parties are fun for little ones (and their dolls/teddy bears) and the only thing better than a tea party would be one with BIRTHDAY CAKE!” Choice two is the “Djeco Poem Tree Sticker which is reminiscent of Enid Blyton’s ‘Magic Faraway Tree’ and sure to bring some magic to any bedroom.”

Djeco Birthday Party Tea Time Was $82.50 Now $74.95 LESS 10% = $67.45
Djeco The Poem Tree Sticker $49.95 LESS 10%= $44.95

6. Choosing two of my favourite Djeco products is soooo very difficult. I don’t think there is a single item that either Miss N or Master R would like! But, by sheer willforce, I have chosen two items I think would have my two holding their breathe with excitement. Djeco Lunch with Friends is perfect for our playroom. I know both kids will love it, but I’m certain Miss N will hold a tea party or two with her dolls at this table over summer. My little boy is growing up fast. Only a year ago he was a wobbly toddler, unsteady on his feet. Today he possesses the dexterity of Da Vinci (no idea where he got those fine motor skills with such a clumsy mummy), so the Lion and Whale Mosaic is perfect for enhancing his talent.

Djeco Lunch with Friends Was $74.95 Now $69.95 LESS 10% = $62.95
Djeco Lion and Whale Mosaic Was $21.95 Now $19.95 LESS 10% = $17.95

Where Did You Get That? stock a great range of products from the following brands: Aden + Anais , Allen & Unwin Publishers, Angel Flames, Bella Tunno, Belly Art, Candela, Claesen’s Evergreens, Coco Boheme, Coo Clocks, Crazy Forts, Daily Tea, Deglingos Djeco, Ellie Bellie Kids, Enchanted Faeries, Eric Carle, Folkmanis, Foogo By Thermos, Girls 4 Sport, Goorin Brothers, Le Toy Van, Lelli Kelly, Lovenest, Manhattan Toy Company, Morgan & Milo, Radio Flyer, Star & Rose, Tango Books, Tea Collection, Tommy Rocket, Two Belles, Wagonware, Woolbabe, and Zid Zid Kids.

PSS Looking for more bargains? Swing by the Grand 40% off Sale, the Summer Sale, the Winter Sale, the Super Swimwear Sale and the Clearance and Specials sections for certain happiness.

Where Did You Get That? ships Australia wide. You can choose either standard shipping for $7.95 or Express Shipping for $14.95. See the Help page for full information.

Today’s post written by Edwina

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Christmas time at our place is all about the boys. We have 3 gorgeous sons aged 8, 6 and nearly 3, so I am always on the look out for stimulating and fun toys that they will love and I will enjoy looking at.

In an effort to get organised I have been cruising the net looking for cool things to cross off the list.

My ‘nearly 3′ seems to be getting more and more active every day so first thing on my list for him is the truly unique Bilibo. Requiring no batteries and no instructions this is an open-ended toy designed to stimulate the imagination and improve motor skills (read Angela’s review of the Bilibo here).

Also on the list is the Oobi Hopper, perfect for bouncing out all the excess energy after lunch, some Pirates for the bath tub, and because he is currently in love with Spot the Dog, a few new Spot books for bedtime.

Mister 6 seems to be easiest to buy for this time, he loves indoor games and is a natural at making his own imaginary games with toys and Lego. This year I have a theme going on and it is all about Knights, Castles, Legends and Chivalry. Hopefully he will enjoy playing in these worlds and maybe one day he will grow up to be a knight in shining armour himself! My favourite finds are this castle these dragon stencils and knights stickers, and these Schleich knight figurines.

My 8 year old is definitely an outdoor kid – he loves sports – and is very into science: he is currently planning to be an ‘insect scientist’ and have his own ‘insect room’ in his future imaginary mansion.

I was recently chatting to a friend who is a Steiner teacher and she was telling me that at around age 8 they start to teach children construction and building things, which helps them gain confidence in their ability to become more independent. With this in mind I am heading off to the hardware store to pick up a tool box with some real tools and everything he needs to build a billy-cart or a box.

Also for my eldest son is this cute Dumpling Dynasty Explorer Kit, and “Blast Lab” Why Don’t Insects Get Fat?‘ – sure to be a winner based on the title alone -  a fact-book-with-insects written by Richard ‘Hamster’ Hammond from Top Gear Fame.

For my gratification our tree will this year be adorned with some new handmade and fair trade Christmas decorations from Lark, and under it will sit some cool vintage inspired Santa Sack from Cocoon Couture to hold all the loot. And because I’m a kid at heart, I’ve selected Eloise: the Ultimate Edition book just for me. Can’t wait to tear it open on the big day…

1. Oobi Hopper, Paperartzi Boutique – $29.95 $28.95
2. Alex Toys’ Pirates in the Tub, Ten Little Indians – $28.95
3. Spot Bakes a Cake, Fishpond Books – $14.99 $13.95
4. Active People Bilibo, Metro Mum – $39.00
5. Djeco Knights Stickers, Where Did You Get That? – $4.95
6. Le Toy Van, My First Castle, Growing Brains Educational Toys – POA
7. Djeco Dragon Stencils, Where Did You Get That? – $12.95 $10.95
8. “Blast Lab” Why Don’t Insects Get Fat?, Fishpond Books – $17.95 $14.95
9. Dumpling Dynasty Explorer Kit, ShopHouse – $29.95
10. Tools and tool box – your local hardware store
11. Cocoon Couture Santa Sack, Little Pinwheel – $54.95
12. Eloise: the Ultimate Edition, Fishpond Books – $49.99 $39.97
13. Lark Gingerbread Decoration, Little Styles – $9.95
14. Lark Rudolph Decoration, Little Styles – $9.95

Please check individual stores for postage and delivery information, and don’t forget to swing by the KSF All Current Deals page to scope out deals that may get you discounts on these products.

Today’s post written by Anna

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If Santa is ever asked “Where Did You Get That? I am certain he would need to reply in kind with “at Where Did You Get That?, of course!”

Toni and Melony from the super-hot online shopping locale Where Did You Get That? – www.wheredidyougetthat.com.au – are always on top of the game with the best in kids fashion, toys and accessories, and they are stocked and ready for the big red man to pop by for some super cool gifts for Christmas this year.

When you have little ones in tow, a must have item for summer is water to drink, and what better way to help keep the H2O up to you child than with the help of a super stylish and fun drink bottle?  Where Did You Get That? have got you covered in the drink department, with an outstanding range to choose from.  See their full range on display at the Drink Bottle & Cups page.

For kids, I love the Funtainer drink bottles. In addition to looking fantastic, these drink bottles have lots going for them: they have an unbreakable stainless steel interior and exterior, are made to fit most automotive cup holders and they will keep contents cold for up to 12 hours. Rainbow Brights is my favourite for kids, and for yummy mummies the new Fashion Hydration Bottle is the top pick (sooooo much classier than the hot pink plastic one one I currently carry around! Time for an upgrade!!)

KidStyleFile Readers can take a fantastic 20% off all drink-ware at WDYGT. This includes Foogo Funtainers and Food Jars By Thermos, including the new Fashion Hydration Bottle, and also the hip retro-styled EcoCocoon Stainless steel cup sets. Enter code ‘KSF-DRINK’ at checkout to redeem until midnight, Tuesday 1 December, while stocks last.

PS Don’t miss out on the new booty of Djeco just landed at WDYGT Just in time for Santa. Hot hot hot!!!

PSS Stuck for Stocking Stuffers? Don’t be!

PSS Looking for more bargains? Swing by the Grand 40% off Sale, the Summer Sale, the Winter Sale, the Super Swimwear Sale and the Clearance and Specials sections for certain happiness.

1. Djeco Birthday Stickers $4.95
2. Djeco Horses Stencils (Pack of 5 Stencils) $10.95 per pack
3. Djeco Drawing Knights Felt Brushes $46.95
4. Djeco Tom’s Small World Stickers $4.95
5. Funtainer Drink Bottle – Rainbow Brights $24.95 less 20% = $19.95
   
6. Djeco Fish Mosaics $19.95
7. Fashion Hydration Bottle $34.95 less 20% = $27.95
8. Djeco Princess Stencils (Pack of 5 Stencils) $10.95 per pack
9. Funtainer Drink Bottle -Camo Chick $24.95 less 20% = $19.95
10. Djeco The Assault Discovery Puzzle – 200 pieces $29.95
    
11. Djeco Dance Discovery Puzzle – 100 pieces $29.95
12. Djeco Traffic Wall Stickers $49.95
13. Funtainer Drink Bottle – Action $24.95 less 20% = $19.95
14. Djeco Elves Wall Stickers $49.95

Where Did You Get That? stock a great range of products from the following brands: Aden + Anais , Allen & Unwin Publishers, Angel Flames, Bella Tunno, Belly Art, Candela, Claesen’s Evergreens, Coco Boheme, Coo Clocks, Crazy Forts, Daily Tea, Deglingos Djeco, Ellie Bellie Kids, Enchanted Faeries, Eric Carle, Folkmanis, Foogo By Thermos, Girls 4 Sport, Goorin Brothers, Le Toy Van, Lelli Kelly, Lovenest, Manhattan Toy Company, Morgan & Milo, Radio Flyer, Star & Rose, Tango Books, Tea Collection, Tommy Rocket, Two Belles, Wagonware, Woolbabe, and Zid Zid Kids.

Where Did You Get That? ships Australia wide. You can choose either standard shipping for $7.95 or Express Shipping for $14.95. See the Help page for full information.

Today’s post written by Miki

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If you’re struggling to think of what to get the kids for Christmas, if you’ve been searching through toy catalogues with no lightbulb moments, or if you’re on a tight budget (aren’t we all!) then I have good news for you: Haggus & Stookles – www.haggusandstookles.com.au – have created a whole category full of brilliant Christmas present ideas from top brands like Djeco, Tiger Tribe, Bobble Art and more. And the best bit?  Everything in there is under $40!  In fact, prices go as low as $4, so there really is something to fit every budget in here. How brilliant is that?!

And just to make everything that bit more affordable, Donna at H&S is offering KidStyleFile readers FREE Christmas giftwrap and tag, and 10% off store-wide! Enter ‘KSF-XMAS’ at checkout and then select the wrapping and tag of your choice until 16 December 2009.  Christmas doesn’t get easier than this!

So what to get?  Well, there’s a whole host of hip and functional insulated lunchboxes, drink bottles and backpacks from Tiger Tribe, Stephen Joseph and Bobble Art which are perfect for the kid who is excited about starting school in the new year, or an upcoming holiday. The new styles from Thermos are selling like hotcakes, and I also love the great designs available from Envirosax (these make great gifts for adults too).

There’s also a wide array of games, puzzles and activities, all of which are great for travelling.  Never again will you have to listen to whinging from the backseat if they’re set up with Tiger Tribe Magnetic Playbooks, or an Alex Toys Car Valet. Check out the Christmas Gifts category for lots of other great ideas too.

1. Djeco Magnetic Battleship Kids Travel Game, $28.95 $26.05
2. Thermos Funtainer Straw Bottle – Camo Chick, $24.95 $22.45; and Thermos Insulated Lunchbox – Camo Chick, $14.95 $13.45
3. Envirosax Kids Bags, $9.50ea $8.55ea (several designs available)
4. Djeco 12 Cube Animal Puzzles, $29.95 $26.95
5. Built NY Munchler Insulated Lunchbox – Lefty, $19.95 $17.95
6. Tiger Tribe Magna Play Magnetic Puzzle – Things That Go, $34.95 $31.45
7. Djeco Travelling Bingo, $25.95 $23.35
8. Tiger Tribe Alphabet Memory Game, $19.95 17.95
9. Stephen Joseph Kids Backpack – Zoo, $39.95 $35.95

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.

Today’s post written by Angela

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Looking for quality toys for Santas sack this Christmas? Well, of course!! – it just isn’t Christmas without a toy or two (or three, or *six* ).

Little Possums Toys – www.littlepossumstoys.com.au – has it all going on, with the best offerings from quality toy brands including Alex Toys, annieB’s Automoblox, Brio, Djeco, Felt Tales, Fiesta Crafts, Folkmanis, Goki, Le Toy Van, Little Chipipi, Mamas & Papas, Manhattan Toy Co, Missi Missi, Orchard Toys, Papo, Plan Toys, Schleich, Sevi, The Little Experience, Tiger Tribe, Tolo, Travis Designs, Vtech and WOW Toys UK.

Shop smart and stock up on toys at Little Possums now: until midnight 10 November 2009 KSF readers can take 15% off *everything* in store! Enter promo code ‘KSFSALE’ at checkout to redeem. Little Possums Toys also invites you to take advantage of their beautiful complimentary gift wrap and save yourself some precious time this Christmas.

While you’re over at Little Possums Toys be sure to stop by the Specials section for great deals on quality brands. Check back regularly for fresh discounts on top selling toys. It’s alsso well worth signing up for the Little Possums Toys newsletter to be kept informed of the latest products and subscriber-only offers.

Here are my hot picks, divided into boys and girls selections.

Little Possums Christmas Gifts for Girls

Prices quoted in red are valid with promotional code only (see above) until midnight 10 November 2009.

Le Toy Van Mayberry Manor Doll House – $295.00 less 15% = $250.75
Djeco Flower Mosaic – $19.95 less 15% = $16.95
Djeco My Florist – $89.95 less 15% = $76.45
Djeco Stylish Eve Magnetics – $28.95 less 15% = $24.60
Le Toy Van Honeybake Breakfast Set – $118.00 less 15% = $100.30
Djeco My Cooker – $120.00 less 15% = $102.00
Djeco Billie Brindille’s House -  $48.95 less 15% = $41.60
Le Toy Van Lizzy Fairy Doll – $14.95 less 15% = $12.70
Djeco Birthday Party Teatime – $74.95 less 15% = $63.70

Little Possums Christmas Gifts for Boys

Prices quoted in red are valid with promotional code only (see above) until midnight 10 November 2009.

annieB Red Stripe Play Palace – $285.95 less 15% = $243.05
Le Toy Van Fire Engine Set – $98.95 less 15% = $84.10
Automoblox Mini Cars 3 Pack ‘K’ – $58.95 less 15% = $50.10
Djeco Barbarossa Boat Silhouette Puzzle – $28.95 less 15% = $24.60
Plan Toys Build N Roll – $89.95 less 15% = $76.45
Sevi Jumping Jack Cowboy – $35.95 less 15% = $30.55
Fun in the Sack Game Pack – $111.00 less 15% = $94.35

Little Possums Toys delivery charges are automatically calculated at checkout according to the Australian Post recommendation for product volume, weight and destination. Orders are delivered by either registered Australia Post or Fastway Courier. Contact Little Possums Toys for further details.