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Post written by Anna

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One of the pleasures of being involved with KidStylefile is seeing all the different aspects of baby and children’s design that our writers end up falling head over heels for – there is just so much to love. Yes, if it’s uber cute and stylish, and made for wee little people, chances are you will hear us raving about it here at KidStyleFile. And, if there was one thing that every member on the team would happily rave very excitedly and passionately about is our collective love of brilliant wooden toys for children.

Buxton Baby – www.buxtonbaby.com.au deliver stylish, natural, organic and environmentally friendly products and they stock some of the most beautiful toys you could lay your eyes on. Many of the toys they stock have the timeless quality that we have come to love in wooden toys made from all natural timbers.

In the lead up to Christmas, I simply have to point out some of the gorgeous bigger gift items that would be the perfect eco-friendly option for under your tree this year. There is the Shetland Wooden Rocking Horse, a classic that is bound to keep on giving to many, many children over time. My heart is all a flutter over the Danish Moover Toys Dolls Pram and I can imagine my daughter enjoying it now and keeping it for generations to come. They just have that wonderful heirloom quality about them. There will no doubt be many scooters under Christmas trees this year, but have you seen one like this before? Pictured below at #6 this Wooden Scooter an awesome and sturdy eco-friendly option.

Buxton Baby are pleased to offer all KidStyleFile readers a lovely 10% off *storewide* including items from their Sale Page where some items are already discounted by up to 65% off! To redeem you need to enter discount code KSF10 at checkout when you place your order. This code expires at midnight on 14 October 2011.

Discounted prices quoted below are only applicable with code KSF10 while stocks last until 14 October 2011.

1. Organic Eco Soft Toy - Marley Mouse Small = $37.95 less 10% = 34.15
2. Wooden Rainbow Stacker Pre-order $27.95 less 10% = $25.15
3. Moover Toys Dolls Pram $119.95 less 10% = $107.95
4. Shetland Wooden Rocking Horse $129.95 less 10% = $116.95
5. Keptin JR Knottiez Bunny $25.95 $19.46 less 10% = $17.51
6. Wooden Scooter $94.95 less 10% = $85.45
7. Rainstick 28.95 $24.61 less 10% = $22.14
8. Melody Mix Music Station $89.95 less 10% = $80.95
9. Djeco Roulapic Wooden Pull-Along $28.95 $21.71 less 10% = $19.53
10. Burts Bees Mama Bee Belly Balm $24.95 less 10% = $22.45
11. Radio Flyer Red First Trike $139.95 $118.96 less 10% = $107.06
12. Ecup Biodegradable Bamboo Cup Set $19.95 less 10% = $17.95
    

Buxton Baby  stock from the following brands: Bach, BANG, Beauty & The Bees, Billie Goat Soap, Booroi, Burt’s Bees, Cheeki, Crayon Rocks, Dendelion, Djeco, Dr Wheatgrass, Earnest Efforts, Eco Lunchbox, Eco Stars, Ergobaby, F1, Frankie Small, Glob, Green Kids, Green Toys, Greenpack, H2Onya, Itti Bitti, Keptin, Kids Konserve, Kidz Minerals, Klean, Little Innoscents, Manduca, MD, Nature’s Child, Nuferm, Old Soles, Organic, Organyc, Paul & Paula, Pinkaliscious, PinToy, Pure Bamboo, Radio Flyer, Real Nappies, Roulapic, Royal Doulton, Sandra Cabot, Schussier, Soapnuts, Soleo Organic, Soopsori, Sweet Dreams, Weleda, Vulli and Wotnot.

BuxtonBaby ship Australia-wide via the Australia Post eParcel for the flat fee of $7.50 and ship all orders over $150.00 FREE Australia-wide. International shipping is not currently available. For full shipping information, please see here.

Feeling short of style for Xmas day? Never fear, 5 Little Monkeys – www.5littlemonkeys.com.au – is here!

5LM kits kids with clothing and accessories from birth right up to 16 years of age, with brands including Ouch (fans take note: there is a new drop of Ouch due at 5 Little Monkeys this coming week!), Run Scotty Run, Baobab, and Walnut Melbourne shoes, scoop accessories from Tiger Tribe, Cocoon Couture, Gertie and Me, Ikaboo, Rush, BabyLegs, Honky Tonk, Keptin Jr, and Hess Speilzeug.

My current faves are the Baobab tanks dresses and tees (we have the dresses in our house and love them!), teamed with Walnut shoes. You should also check out the Honky Tonk swimwear range for sweet SPF protection and funky designs.

There are also a bounty of cool things just perfect for Xmas gifting. Affordable necklaces, and cute and practical toothbrush timers (get’s the job done with maximum fun, and minimal argument), and playthings for babies and older kids alike.

The fabulous Cocoon Couture beanbags are also available at 5LM priced below RRP. I love these bags: besides being beautifully to look out they are highly practical. Designed with a top carry handle, and internal bag, they are easy to pick up and move around, and you can wash the cover without having to remove the beans!

To save you a bundle this Christmas, Ange at 5 Little Monkeys is gifting KidStyleFile readers a 15% store-wide discounts – sale items included – until December 24.

Enter ‘KSFsanta’ at checkout to redeem your fab discount. Note that this offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.

Don’t forget to stop by the Clearance and Specials sections at 5LM to bag yourself a bargain: there are over 300 items on sale!!

From top left in rows:

NOTE – These prices are after the KSF reader additional 15% off discount has been applied. Valid until November 24 only.

Ouch Beaded Necklace $6.95 less 15% discount = $5.90
Ouch Newborn Bunny Tee – 000 only $18.95 less 15% discount = $16.10
Baobab Tank Dress $42.95 less 15% discount = $36.50
Keptin Jnr Rattle Sneeky $27.50 less 15% discount = $23.37
Baobab Giraffe Print Tee $34.95 less 15% discount = $29.70
Gertie and Me Dolly and Moses Basket $49.95 less 15% discount = $42.45
IKABOO Nighlight $35.95 less 15% discount = $30.55
Rush Star/Strip Belt $14.95 less 15% discount = $12.70
Ouch Check Short in Mocha (sizes 3-7) $35.00 less 15% discount = $29.75
Honky Tonk Cherry Print Rashie and Short Set $29.95 less 15% discount = $25.45
Tiger Tribe Library/Swimming Bag $15.00 less 15% discount = $12.75
Walnut Melbourne Cruise Canvas shoe (sizes 24-34) $30.00 less 15% discount = $25.50
Ouch Boardies (sizes 3-12) $31.90 less 15% discount = $27.11
Tiger Tribe Library/Swimming Bag $15.00 less 15% discount = $12.75
Cocoon Couture Beanbag $125.00 less 15% discount = $106.25
Hess-Spielzeug Toothbrush Timers $15.95 less 15% discount = $13.55 each

5 Little Monkeys charge $7.95 for postage Australia-wide. Check out their shipping and returns page for more info.

Post written by Miki
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Ooh, check it out: 5 Little Monkeys – www.5littlemonkeys.com.au – are having a HUUUUUGE sale!

Here’s the lowdown:

• Up to 60% off Ouch
• 30-50% off Tommy Rocket and Two Belles
• 30% off all Wilkie
• and 20% off all Oobi winter clothing!

But wait, there’s more savings to be had: KidStyleFile readers can take ANOTHER 15% off, as until 12 August, Ange at 5 Little Monkeys is giving us an extra 15% off store-wide including sale items!

Enter ‘KSFsale’ at checkout to claim this awesome discount.

5 Little Monkeys stock a great range from Oobi, Ouch, Baobab, Nurtured by Nature, Cocoon Couture Bean Bags, Walnut Melbourne, Gertie and Me, Ikaboo, Tiger Tribe, Bobble Art & Rush, Honky Tonk, Reds and Boxdale, Wilkie, BabyLegs, Keptin Jr, and Hess Speilzeug. We’re spoiled for choice!

The range of Ouch here is one of the biggest I’ve seen anywhere, and it’s all so cute. Check out my hot current season’s picks (including a Cocoon Couture beanbag – I couldn’t resist: these are the perfect winter accessory! – below:

From top left in rows – these prices are after the KSF reader additional 15% off discount:

Ouch Newborn Boys Wind-up Mice Tee, $23.90 $19.95 less 15% discount = $16.95 – Also available in grey colour way and Mammoth design
Ouch Boys Knit Hooded Sweat, $35.95 $21.95 less 15% discount = $18.65 Available in sizes 0-12 years. Please check product/size categories.
Ouch Boys Hooded Vest $33.90 $26.95 less 15% discount = $22.90
Ouch Fleecy Track Pant, $29.95 $22.95 less 15% discount = $19.50 Available in sizes 0-12 years. Please check product/size categories.
Cocoon Couture Bean Bag, $140.00 $125.00 less 15% discount = $106.25 Available in 12 different designs for boys and girls.
Ouch Flat Pocket Drill Pant in Mocha, $29.95 $25.95 less 15% discount = $22.05 Available in sizes 0-12 years. Please check product/size categories.
Ouch Lace Tunic Dress in Deep Violet $41.90 $32.95 less 15% discount = $28.00 Also available in ‘Rosebud’ pink colour way
Ouch Cat Print Dress Dress in Magenta $34.95 $27.95 less 15% discount = $23.75 Also available in ‘Slate’ grey colour way
Ouch Grey and White Striped Tights, $14.95 less 15% discount = $12.70
Ouch Denim Shorts, $35.95 $27.95 less 15% discount = $23.75 Available in sizes 0-12 years. Please check product/size categories.
Ouch Pink Tone Striped Tights, $14.95 less 15% discount = $12.70
Ouch Denim Tunic Dress $38.95 $31.95 less 15% discount = $27.15

I also love the Ouch PJs – at these prices, stock up on them for next winter – and the Tiger Tribe bags are to die for: what stylish kid would want to be without one?
Also, just in case you’d forgotten how utterly adorable the Oobi winter gear is, have a look at this small sample of the Oobi gorgeousness on offer here. It’s all 20% off, plus the extra KSF reader 15% off discount makes 35% off all current season’s Oobi stock!

Clockwise from top left – these prices are after the KSF reader additional 15% off discount:

Oobi zippie jacket – navy, $54.95 $43.96 less 15% discount = $37.36
Oobi Betsy sweater dress, $47.95 $38.36 less 15% discount = $32.60
Oobi little bear beanies, $27.95 $22.36 less 15% discount = $19.06
Oobi zippie jacket – red, $49.95 $39.96 less 15% discount = $33.96
Oobi snow bunny long pants – navy, $36.95 $29.56 less 15% discount = $25.12

Here are a few more last season’s picks that I just couldn’t go past: these prices are dirt cheap! Snap them up and enjoy!

Clockwise from top left – these prices are after the KSF reader additional 15% off discount:

Ouch cotton knit zip cardigan – feather, $37.95 $15.00 less 15% discount = $12.75 – That’s 75% of rrp! also, it’s in the girls section but I think it’s unisex – I’d happily dress my son in this.
Ouch grandpa waffle tee – cherry, $24.95 $15.00 less 15% discount = $12.75
Ouch ruffle jersey dress – raspberry, $43.95 $19.95 less 15% discount = $16.95
Ouch ruffle ballerina wrap, $29.95 $20.00 less 15% discount = $17.00
Ouch girls spot crop cardigan, $35.95 $20.00 less 15% discount = $17.00
Ouch skinny leg jeans, $37.95 $20.00 less 15% discount = $17.00
Ouch zip pocket cargo shorts, $31.95 $15.00 less 15% discount = $12.75
Wilkie stripe tee, $29.95 $20.00 less 15% discount = $17.00

5 Little Monkeys charge $7.95 for postage Australia-wide. Check out their shipping and returns page for more info.

The fabulous Pastel Pink – www.pastelpink.com.au – turns 1 year old today, and is celebrating with a stunning new site design. The new look Pastel Pink is sleeker, faster and designed to make shopping a breeze.

Pastel Pink stock a great range of baby and kids brands from birth to 4 years, including Alimrose Designs, Alluring Linens, Bebe by Minihaha, Cold Coffee, David Fussenegger (on sale 15% off!), Elk Accessories, Spiegelburg, Emotion & Kids, FlatOUT Bears, Gaia Organic Cotton, Gertie and Me, Hess-Spielzeug, Huggalugs, Keptin-Jr., kikki.K, Little Chipipi, McMillan, Mitsy Accessories, Nesti Dante, Oobi Baby (OobiWatchers rejoice!), Skeanies, and Wee Gallery. (And mums of boys, don’t be put off by all the pink: Pastel Pink stocks great boyswear!)

Some of these brands are on sale up to 60% off at the moment: you really aren’t going to believe how good the prices are!!

As if up to 60% off isn’t enough to get you on your bike, Cheryl at Pastel Pink is turbo charging the proposition and offering KidStyleFile readers some additional irresistible incentives to join the party:

1. FREE post on all orders until midnight 31 July – Enter ‘KSF-bdayoffer’ in the discount code section at checkout to receive. Note that the code box appears quite a way through the checkout process ‘Payment Method: Step 2′, but it’s worth it, sop hand in there (Not to be used in conjunction with any other discount coupon code. Available to Australian residents only).

2. Buy 2 pairs of Huggalugs and get a third pair for FREE until midnight 31 July. Mention ‘Girl’ or ‘Boy’ in the comments box at checkout and Cheryl will send you a free pair!

3. Sign up to the Pastel Pink mailing list and receive a $10.00 voucher with your next order. Existing members or subscribers: refer a friend to the site and you’ll both receive $10.00 voucher.

How good is all that??!!!!

Plus the customer service at Pastel Pink is exceptional. Do not miss their FREE gift wrapping service: it has major ooh and aah factor. Do it, do it!! Trust me, you’ll be going back regularly to get more of the wrapping goodness

Enjoy browsing the new site, and make sure you have your credit card ready: you’re going to need it! Here are just a handful of my picks from Pastel Pink to get you started.

Clockwise from top left:

Oobi Baby Cable Beanie – Bear Hat with Ears – just $17.97 after 40% discount Aqua, Aqua/Choc Stripe, Red, Pink, White and Chocolate in sizes: 0-1 year,1-2 years, 2-3 years – These cute as hats have become the gold standard for winter baby beanies. Buy them here cheap cheap cheap!!
For Walls Owls Wall Decal - $24.95 - New product just in. Owls are hot! Love this.
FlatOut Big Bear – $49.50 - Big snuggles for little bubs. 100% Australian sheepskin.
FlatOut Baby Bear – $36.00 - Baby version of the big bear. Sweet, and soooo affordable with the free post!
Mitsy Black Bag 2 Handles – just $39.98 after 60% discount - Looking for a super bargain? You’ve found it here! Treat yourself: you deserve it
Gaia Ruffle Corduroy Pinafore – just $26.97 after 40% discount - Oh my goodness this dress is just angelic! 100% organic cotton: feel the difference and you’ll never go back. Baobab Tuille Skirt – just $33.56 after 20% discount - My girls have the purple and blue versions of these skirts and wear them constantly. I gifted the pink version recently (purchased from and wrapped by Pastel Pink) and you should have seen that little girl’s face. She put it on immediately and apparently hasn’t taken it off since!!
Oobi Baby Cable Knit Booties – just $17.97 after 40% discount - Perfect for gifting with the beanie.
Oobi Baby Lounge Suits – just $23.97 after 40% discount - Dino and Spaceship designs will really light up a special boy’s day.
Bebe by Minihaha Marcel Jacket – just $39.96 after 20% discount - The detailing on this jacket is just beautiful. I particularly like the side fastening button detail.
David Fussenegger Pirate Blanket – just $42.07 after 15% discount – Gorgeous quality, and full-on fun from this fine Austrian textiles designer.
Gaia Organic Cotton Ruffle Wrap Dress (sixes 00-0) – just $20.97 after 40% discount – My very favourite dress for little baby girls. Sweet, stylish and oh-so soft.

I am sure you are revved to go now, so make the jump over to Pastel Pink and have a wonderful day

Get FREE postage Australia-wide until midnight 24 July. After the 24th please view the Pastel Pink delivery information page for full details on shipping.

Ok, here’s the latest news for all the luxe bag lovers in the house: Metro Mum – www.metromum.com.au – is now stocking the entire Mia Bossi Spring 2008 baby bag collection, direct from the US.

Even if you haven’t heard of Mia Bossi before, I’m sure you have spotted these top-shelf bags in the media: Mia Bossi bags are toted by A-list Illuminati including Katie Holmes, Tori Spelling, Angelina Jolie, Anne Heche, and Britney Spears.

What do they all love about these most luxurious of baby bags? Well, they are effectively incognito baby bags – you would never know they were baby bags to look at them.

Mia Bossi bags don’t deceive on the nappy bag functionality front though: they are impressively big, and come complete with a removable nappy bag insert, faux fur change mat, stroller clips to make attaching your Mia Bossi to your pram or stroller a snap, and a host of other thoughtful features. You can even purchase a computer bag insert to carry your laptop in the ultimate style once the baby days have passed. You can view lots of detailed images of the bag features on the Mia Bossi website.

Mia Bossi carry the hallmarks of the most prestigious quality and are constructed of the finest Italian leather, and waxed canvas trimmed with Italian leathers and hardware.

Mia Bossi bags are on-trend, while possessing a classic presence (think Hermes) that is bound to endure.

Buy one now from Metro Mum and receive a FREE muslin wrap and Mother Minder bracelet. Offer ends 7 August 2008.

PS: You should sign up to the Metro Mum Loyalty Club before you make any purchases: you earn loyalty points for every purchase, and I saw a mention of a discount code there, too Also, Metro Mum offer FREE delivery with orders over $200.00 so there are a lot of ways to save a mozza.

Clockwise from top left:

Mia Bossi – ‘Audrey’ Italian Barolo Leather Nappy Bag (Sand) $1200.00
Mia Bossi – ‘Maria’ Italian Leather Nappy Bag (Chocolate) $515.00
Mia Bossi – ‘Tobey’ Nappy Bag (Rootbeer) $180.00
Mia Bossi – ‘Maria’ Designer Nappy Italian Leather (Tangerine) $385.00
Mia Bossi – ‘Katie’ Designer Nappy Bag Popcorn (Cream Dots) $193.00
Mia Bossi – ‘Katie’ Designer Nappy Bag Noir (Black) $193.00

While you are over at Metro Mum, take note of the other gorgeous products in store, and don’t miss their toy sale for some hot bargains. Find my my top picks below.

Clockwise from top left:

Baufix Buggy Construction Set $29.95 $25.46
Trunki Towgo $69.95 $63.00
Kanoe Baby Hammock $349.00
Bilibo (available in 6 colour choices. Mini Bilibo also available.) $39.00 $33.15 – FREE TOTE BAG with every Bilibo purchased
Language Littles Bi-lingual Doll – ‘Alexia’ English/Greek (also available in Hebrew, German, Spanish, and Japanese boy and girl dolls) $69.00 $62.10
Nest Cot Linen Set (Pink Pebbles) Also available in Green Pebble $248.00
Kiddy Food Kutter $9.95
FunPod Safety Stand $230.00
Binky Boo Dressing Gown, Slipper and Teddy Set (Latte) $50.00
KeptinJr Post a Baby Comforter (Blue, also available in pink) $19.95 $13.97

Metro Mum stock the following brands: Emotion & Kids, Trunki, Babymoov, FLATOUTbears, Il Tutto, Bilibo, Britt, Lilbird, The Prego Planner, Isoki, Mokopuna, Storksak, Melobaby, Mia Bossi, PeeWee & PooToo, David Fussenegger, DadGear, Little Sprowtz, Language Littles, Little Beetle, Baufix, Little Swish, Kipiis, FunPod, Keptin-Jr, Paper Eskimo, Foogo by Thermos, Snack Trap, Nest, Kanoe, Qtees, Mothers Minder, Ocho, Little Kitchen, Compendium, Ellaroo, Boyle, Annabel Trends, Wall Candy, Lupi Lu, and Penny Scallan.

Metro Mum charge $7.95 postage to most areas (less if you’re in the Sydney Metro area) – check the Delivery page for full details. Orders over $200.00 are posted free of charge within Australia.