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Get Up Early or Stay Up Late for the Three Little Owls Up to 30% off Sale + Additional 20% off All Summer Clearance Sale Stock

Posted: January 14th, 2010

Today’s post written by Anna

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Hey Lovelies. ‘Night Owl’ or ‘Early Bird’, however you like to do your shopping, some news just in that you (wise thing that you are!) will want to make the most of: so get thee pronto to Three Little Owls – www.threelittleowls.com.au shop savvy with an exclusive KidStyleFile offer – happening now!

Until Wednesday 20 January 2010 all KSF Readers are being offered an additional 20% off all items listed in the Three Little Owls summer clearance sale – including current season stock.  With prices already reduced by up to 30% off, with your additional KSF discount applied, you will be walking away some items at half their retail price! Yep this is one offer worth getting up early or staying up late for!  To redeem enter coupon code ‘KSFSALE‘ at checkout.

Three Little Owls boasts a seriously impressive list of labels. Are you ready to behold it?! Three Little Owls stock Aden & Anais, Albetta, And The Little Dog Laughed, Annabel Trends, Alimrose Designs, Artee Supplies, Babymoov, Baby Banz, Baby Legs, Baobab, Blabla, Bluebird & Honey, Books To Wear, Boon, Cheeky Monkey, Clean Shopper, EcoBaby, Eleganter, Eternal Creation, Fiesta Crafts, Fish Lilly, Forwalls, Gaia Skin Naturals, Gaia Organic Cotton, Heimess, Hess Spielzeug, Hurphy Durphy, Huckleberry Lane, Infantino, Imse Vimse, Infancy, Itsy Bitsy, Jack & Lily, Jock & Tilly, Korimco Toys,  Kumquat, Little Joey Organics, Little Tasoro, Lotus Linens, Monkey Do, mamapapa, Marquise, Mill & Mia, Minimonkey, Nice4Neez, Noo Designs, Nurtured By Nature, Peanut Shell, Pop Maternity, Snazzy Baby, Star & Rose, Storksak, Paper Eskimo, Pepperpot, Polkadot Papoose, Purebaby, Read With Me, Ring O Rosey, Taia, The Wall Sticker Company, Tiny Tribe, Toys Pure, and Walnut Melbourne.

This summer sale has a little bit of summery lovely for babies, boys and girls from a great selection of the above mentioned brands. It was a little to choose my favourites today as there was so many items I could have picked.  But here they are with all the fun, colour and bold print of summer. Glorious!

Get Up Early or Stay Up Late for the Three Little Owls Up to 30% off Sale + Additional 20% off All Summer Clearance Sale Stock

Prices quoted in red below are only valid while stocks last until 20 January 2010 only with code ‘KSFSALE’.

  1. Keiki Designs Singlet – Nicoise Bird $22.00 $17.60 less 20% = $14.08
  2. Gaia Organic Cotton – Canvas Boy Vest Stone $44.95 $33.71 less 20% = $26.97
  3. Monkey-DO The Sunday Dress – White Jungle $65.00 $48.75 less 20% = $39.00
  4. Infancy Gathered Baby Dress with Bloomers – Coral Red $39.99 $31.99 less 20% = $25.59
  5. Keiki Designs Nappy Cover – Little Tokyo Swirl $24.00 $19.20 less 20% = $15.36
  6. Purebaby Knitted Cardigan – Blue $49.95 $37.46 less 20% less 20% = $29.96
  7. Kumquat Striped Ruffle Pant – Stitched Flowers $24.95 $18.71 less 20% = $14.96
  8. LilSpunk Shortie Set – Kapow $39.95 $31.96 less 20% = $25.56

For standard size parcels, Three Little Owls offer flat rate shipping of $7.50 Australia wide and $18.00 for international orders. Orders $150 and over are delivered FREE of charge. See the FAQ’s Page for more information.

Sock It To Me: The KidStyleFile Baby & Kids Sock-Buyers Guide

Posted: June 5th, 2009

Today’s post written by Angela

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It’s officially winter, and the weather hasn’t missed that fact this past week. The barometer is cooling around the country now, putting paid to bare feet for outdoor endeavours. This of course, means going on the hunt for cool new shoes and gumboots, but also for that most essential of winter undergarments: socks!

I have been on a major expedition around the web in search of the best socks for my kids, and thought I’d share my findings with you.

My criteria for socks are: quality construction – robust fabric weave and stitching, a high percentage cotton composition, or wool blend, with elastane to make them easy to get on and off, the ability to be ruthlessly washed and tumble-dried if necessary, and great looking!

The top 10 find are listed below: everything from baby socks for little feet, to ski socks for outdoor adventures, to purposely mismatched socks in odd numbers, to Japanese gems.

For the record, I have purchased the Annabel Trends Tippy Toes socks, in every available design, for countless friends, snapped up no less than 6 pair of over-the-knee socks from Monkey Do for my own kids (4 pair stripe, 2 pair yellow dot design – and I am loving these Aussie designed, NZ made sockies!), and couldn’t resist the Boo Foo Woo’s as I was researching last night.

I must say that it has taken me most of my life to realise the importance of quality socks: if your feet are cold, your entire body feels cold. Good socks can improve your whole outlook on life, so why not share that gift with your kids?

Note that I’ve just covered ‘designer’ socks here: for plain dress socks, school, sports, or character socks, hit up your local supermarket, or chain-store. Brands like Bonds and Rio, as well as in-house brands have it covered for you.

1. Annabel Trends Tippy Toe Socks Box of 6 Pairs $19.95 per box from Chic Kids

2. Ouch Knee-high Socks $7.95 $4.95 per pair from 5 Little Monkeys

3. Toe Socks $6.40 per pair from Charlipop Kids

4. Little Mismatched Socks in Zany Puzzle Pice/Rainbow $11.95 $7.95 from Gifted

5. United Oddsocks (sizes up top 12 mths) pack of 10 mismatched socks $29.95 from Millie Molly Moo

6. Oobi Baby & Kids Pack of 3 Pair $12.95 at Baby’s Got Style

7. Monkey Do Over the Knee Socks $15.00 per pair at Monkey Do

8. Boo Foo Woo Socks $24.95 $15.00 at Cradle Rock

9. Bootsies 100% wool socks from $24.09 Puddle Beach

10. XTM Kids Thermal Heater Ski Socks Two Pack Blue/Red $27.95 from Outdoor Kids

Please check individual stores for postage charges and delivery details. Swing by the KidStyleFile Current Deals page to see if you are eligible for any further discounts on prices quoted.

May is Music Month at Monkeytail and Wellington: All CDs Ship FREE + Up to 60% off in the Sale! Sale! Sale! section

Posted: May 4th, 2009

Today’s post written by Angela

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Gee I am feeling like dancing today, and you can too – all you have to do is head on over to Monkeytail & Wellington – www.monkeytailandwellington.com.au.

May is Music Month at Monkeytail & Wellington, and Vicki has a great collection of Happ’nin Tunes for kids from wonderful artists with genuine musical merit, and there’s something for every ear. Choose from CDs from The Jimmies (a mosh-out outfit from), Frances England (Sheryl Crowe-esque), wacky and wonderful They Might Be Giants (who always have their imaginations well tuned: think “Little Birdhouse in Your Soul” from 1990), and Elvis’ smooth crooning for little ears, and a whole lot more – what a great musical education!

I have to make a special mention of the esteemed Verve records label’s Jazz for Kids album. My kids just *love it* (current favourites are ‘Potato Chips’ and ‘Rag Mop’ – it’s extremely cool to gear them scatting away like jazz pros!), and trust me that you ain’t never heard a finer version of ‘Old MacDonald’s Farm’ than Ella Fitzgerald’s rendition.

If you’re not exactly sure of what might get your groove thang on, you can get an aural taste test before you buy: playlists have been added to most of the CDs on offer at M&W. You can also check out the Monkeytail & Wellington blog (always a rewarding experience) for YouTube clips of songs, and other music fun stuff (REM singing ‘Furry Happy Monsters’ on The Muppets, for one!)

Vicki also has interviews organised with a number of kids music artists, including Frances England, Renee & Jeremy and The Jimmies, so keep checking the blog for updates, and great giveaways!

To celebrate Music Month at Monkeytail & Wellington, all CD’s purchased between 1-31 May 2009 will be shipped FREE! No code required, your free postage will be factored at checkout.

As the African proverb says “If you can walk, you can dance; if you can talk, you can sing”, so bag your inhibitions, and let it rip!

Happ’nin Tunes at Monkeytail & Wellington – All CDs range between $25.00-$30.00

PS You’ll also be wanting to swing by the Monkeytail & Wellington Sale! Sale! Sale! section, where you’ll find some super bargains, including all end of season summer clothes and Luka Wall Graphics 60% off, and summer Gucio toddler shoes 30% off, among other fab finds.

Monkeytail & Wellington’s charge from $6.95 for Express eParcel post. Orders over $150.00 ship free of charge. International orders are warmly welcomed. View the Postage Charges Info page for full details.

Can I keep Him? Can I?? Pleeeease? Animal Tees to Fall in Love With

Posted: March 6th, 2009

Today’s post written by Kat

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In a complete 180 from last week’s post about hip tees that rock, this week it’s all about cuter-than-cute animals. Check out the parade of offerings that you and your child are sure to want to take home.

1). For something truly original, check out the funky designs by Hamb. Made in Australia, their kids range has everything from dogs to dinosaurs, donkeys to kittys ($39ea). I love the scribbled, bold prints and they also do parent sized tees too! Hooray!

2). Another Aussie label I am loving is Monkey-Do, designed and manufactured in Melbourne. We (well, my daughter) have the Dragon Tee ($38) raring to go for winter, but you could also go for a bug named Splat ($42) or even take your animals to bed with you with the Cat Amongst the Pigeons PJ set ($32) or Giraffe nightie ($28).

3). Not yet big enough for a tee? Luckily, Quilt Baby has a huge range of unbelievably cute handcrafted cotton onesies. From a Modern Butterfly to an adorable yellow Giraffe to spotty Elephants and Birds, you can buy directly from their US website (US$18 ea), or locally from stores including Onesies, Bubba Funk and Jivebaby.

4). Back in Oz, Lollipop Baby do simple, cute prints on tees and onesies from 3m-18m ($24.95ea). Here’s  a very cute little Piggy,  a way-cool fish , a stylish Giraffe and a gorgeous Birdie!

5). Like your animals cooler than cool? Then head to Tiny People for these wicked offerings: Mini Rodini have Bats ($49) and Bugs ($55); Minti do a very cool Owl ($39) or Tiger ($39); while Cried Wolf do a tongue-in-cheek Pig ($45) and the hippest Monkey ($45) ever!

6). If you’ve got loads of spare time, browse the wonderland of Etsy for literally hundered of pages of gorgeous, handmade kid’s tshirts. If you don’t have loads of spare time, luckily the hard work’s been done for you – shops worth a look include Appledonia for a CrazyHappyHippo, a Little Brown Mouse or a fabulous Butterfly (US$11 ea); SweetCouture have gorgeous appliques and a custom service, and I love the Owl (US$17.99), Turtle (US$29.99), and funky Shark tie tshirt (US$14.99); or Chocolatine for absolutely stunning, French-inspired designs – actually I love all of their stuff, but if it’s animals you’re after, they do a gorgeous Une Girafe (US$14.95), Un Elephant (US$14.95)and Un Herisson (Hedeghog, US$19.99).

7). For more handmade goodness on a local level, browse Madeit – I could stay on there all day fossicking through all the gorgeous treasures, but for delightful tees you can’t go past Grandy and Baa’s Milo Monkey ($25) or Frederika Fish ($25), and AppleJelly’s cute organic Dinosaur or  Owl ($29.95ea).

Take home an animal tee (or two) today!

Please check individual sites for postage and delivery details.

Just Ripe: End of Season Clearance – Up to 50% off in the Sale Section, plus an EXTRA 15% off store-wide – Monkey-DO, Storksak, Fiesta Crafts, Babymoov, Purebaby, Sooki Baby, Baobab, Eternal Creation & more

Posted: February 25th, 2009

Today’s post written by Angela

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We introduced you to Just Ripe – www.justripe.com.au – purveyors of fine clothing, toys, feeding equipment, and accessories, for tots 0-2 years and their stylish mamas – last September.

Since then, Just Ripe has gone from strength to strength, and the range of goodies Dimity at JR has collected together is quite impressive!

Choose products from Albetta, Annabel Trends, Baby Banz, BabyLegs, Boon, Clean Shopper, EcoBaby Organic Dummies, Eleganter, Eternal Creation, Fiesta Crafts, Purebaby, Vanchi, Jack & Lily, Storksak, Imse Vimse, Baobab, Monkey-DO, Blabla, Little Joey Organics, Cheeky Monkey, Aden & Anais, Itsy Bitsy, Infancy, Fish Lilly, Britt, Babymoov, The Wall Sticker Company, Infantino, Lotus Linens, Snazzy Baby, Kumquat, Heimess, Hess-Spielzeug, Gaia Skin Naturals, Hurphy Durphy, Little Tesoro, Paper Eskimo, Noo Designs, Peanut Shell, Polkadot Papoose, Pop Maternity,  Taia, and Ring O Rosey, Kumquat, Purebaby, Itsy Bitsy, Cheeky Monkey, Pepperpot, Polkadot Papoose, Pop Maternity, Artee Supplies, The Wall Sticker Company, and mamapapa.

Dimity at Just Ripe is hosting a huge end of season sale, and is offering KidStyleFile readers 15% off store-wide – including the sale stock! – until midnight 10 March, 2009.  Enter ‘KSF’ in the coupon code section at checkout to redeem.

I’m loving the oversized bibs (makes SUCH a big difference to everyday life), Jack & Lilly super-soft shoes make me smile and smile (who could resist the ‘Charming Turtles’??!), there’s a great range of award-winning toys from Fiesta Crafts, pick up imprintable party invites from Artee Supplies, grab the kitchen essential, Babymoov Bebedelice (pronounced beh-beh-delish), and treat yourself to a luxe brangelina-endorsed Storksak bag at 15% off.

Also keep your eyes peeled for winter stock from Eternal Creation, Nurtured By Nature, Jock & Tilly, mill&mia, Gaia Organic Cotton, Infancy, Books To Wear, and Huckleberry Lane, coming soon to Just Ripe.

Prices quoted in red are after the 15% KSF discount code has been applied. These prices are valid until 10 March 2009 only.

A. Extra Large Shirt Bib $22.95 $19.50
B. Albetta Knitted Animals $31.95 each $27.15 each
C. Storksak ‘Elizabeth’ in cream $379.95 $322.95
D. BlaBla Finger Puppets $8.95 each $7.60
E. Babymoov Bebedelice $199.99 $169.99
F. Baobab Pyjama Set $36.95 $24.02 $20.41
G. Artee Supplies: Imprintable Invitations, pack of 10 $22.95 $19.50
H. Jack & Lily Charming Turtle $39.95 $33.95
I. Eternal Creation Blue Romper $34.95 $22.72 $19.31
J. Fish Lilly Sleeping Bag $45.00 $38.25
K. Eternal Creation Tuscany Dress $44.95 $29.22 $24.83
L. Monkey-DO PJs 2 Piece Set $32.00 $20.80 $17.68
M. ForWalls Rocket and Stars decal set $24.95 $21.20
N. Fiesta Crafts Old MacDonald’s Noisy Farm $84.95 $72.20

Just Ripe offer a flat shipping rate of $7.50 for standard size parcels Australia-wide.  Shipping is FREE for purchases over $150.00. International orders are warmly welcomed, and are shipped for a flat rate of $18.00 for standard size parcels. See the FAQ page for full details on shipping.

PART 3: Sleep Tight, Sleep Chic: The Best PJs and Sleepwear for Babies and Kids

Posted: February 20th, 2009

Continuing on from Parts 1 & 2 of our ‘Sleep Tight, Sleep Chic’, today Kat presents the coolest sleepwear for the under 5 set.
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Ok, now you’ve got the best baby and kids bedding down pat, it’s time to tackle the Thomas pj’s! There’s a whole host of stylish sleepwear options out there – and not a Disney branded logo in sight (pass this on to dear Aunt Kath if she needs some not too subtle hints for Christmas and birthdays…)!

A smart cookie obviously saw the need for a one-stop sleepwear shop long before this post was thought up (conveniently for the purposes of this post!): Pyjamarama stock the creme de la creme of what’s hot at bedtime: Bebe by minihaha, Books to Wear, Uh-Oh, Ouch, Snugglebum, Claessen’s, Monkey Do and Little Squirts, in sizes 0000-14.  Phew!

Here’s another piece of information that will get your heart racing: all pajamas are currently on sale at $20.00 per pair. I wouldn’t waste any time getting over there though, sale ends 4 March.

Ok, so what to buy? I’m a bit of a fan of the quirky prints by Monkey-Do (1) – the Balloon Bodysuit with matching pants (sizes 000 & 00, $44) is so cute and easily translates to daywear, while these very grown up yet delightful Kaftan Pjs ($59.95, sizes 2-4) are so unique.

At the other end of the budget scale, Ouch (2) pj’s are so funky and a steal at $20 a pair – the Turtle set is refreshingly free of any association with the ”teenage” and “mutant” variety; while the girl’s Flamingo set is pretty, pink and practical!

Similarly, Uh-oh (3) pj’s are also about $20 a set, and with sweet vintage designs such as this Kitty set, Floral Romper and cool Monster Claws, I think I have just found a new fave label!

But there’s more to funky pj’s than just this one store (fab as it is)…

Little Squirts (4) is a beautiful range of sleep, play and beachwear in sizes 2-10, from a very talented Melbourne designer. This gorgeous Calypso Play Dress is just $19.95 (reduced from $44.95, bargain!) while these gorgeous Summer Long Set with Sash ($54.95) is a piece you’d totally let them wear to the shops!

Boys are also catered for with muted colours and simple shapes – no gaudy cars’n'truck prints here! Long sleeve sets sell out super fast ($44.95 is cheap for something that they’ll grow out before they wear out) so keep an eye on the website for restocks. You can buy this gorgeous range online or check the stockist page for a store near you!

Dutch label Claesen’s (5) caught my eye at a recent trade show, and I just love the simple designs and superb quality. You can pick up a huge range at The Infant Boutique , with everything from briefs to bodysuits. Boys can look effortlessly cool in greys, navy stripes and camo prints, while girls are treated to baby pink, rose and tiger prints! The Rose Print slip dress (on sale for $24.46) is super sweet, while the boy’s bodysuit in baby blue ($24.95) is a perfect underlayer. A two-set of Boys Boxers ($27.95) will be worth every penny!

Books To Wear (6) is a celeb fave, but your kids will appreciate the fun factor more than the fact Moses Martin wears them – Ten Little Indians stock a great range, including My Flavours ($32.95) in a delicious spotty print, My Numbers (yes, they’re educational!) also $32.95, and these cute little rompers ($29.95) with multi-face print!

Please check individual stores for postage and delivery details.

Just In: Just Ripe – Boutique Clothing & Accessories for littlies 0-2 years & their Mums

Posted: September 8th, 2008

Today I want to introduce you to a beautiful new store that has just opened its virtual doors. Serving clientele through their early years – primarily 0-2 years – and their stylish mamas, Just Ripe – www.justripe.com.au -  brings you a splendid range of clothing, toys, feeding equipment, and accessories from the best brands.

Choose products from Albetta, Annabel Trends, Baby Banz, BabyLegs, Boon, Clean Shopper, EcoBaby Organic Dummies, Eleganter, Eternal Creation, Fiesta Crafts, Purebaby, Vanchi, Jack & Lily, Storksak, Imse Vimse, Baobab, Monkey-DO, Blabla, Little Joey Organics, Cheeky Monkey, Aden & Anais, Itsy Bitsy, Infancy, Fish Lilly, Britt, Babymoov, The Wall Sticker Company, Infantino, Lotus Linens, Snazzy Baby, Kumquat, Heimess, Hess-Spielzeug, Gaia Skin Naturals, Hurphy Durphy, Little Tesoro, Paper Eskimo, Noo Designs, Peanut Shell, Polkadot Papoose, Pop Maternity,  Taia, and Ring O Rosey.

This list is expanding every week at the moment, so keep your eyes peeled for more to come!

There is so much that’s fab at Just Ripe, that it’s hard to pick the highlights, but two things you simply *must* know about are the lush Storksak bags (the bag of choice for Angelina and Brad, amongst other glitterati) and the, Imse Vimse swimwear, which will be a boon for parents of babes due at the end of the year; swim nappies start in newborn sizes, and tankini tops at 3-6 months.

Also of note at Just Ripe is the personalised service that Just Ripe’s owner, Dimity, offers. This goes beyond what you might normally expect, and reaches into personal shopping territory, the range of services are so detailed.

Just some of the areas that Dimity and her team can help you with include:

  • Personally walking you through the store
  • Taking you straight to the items most suitable for your request
  • Advising you on the latest trends and unique items for something cool and different
  • Making tailored gift packs to meet any budget or theme
  • Gift wrapping presents and even writing on a card and sending it on your behalf if required
  • Creating beautiful sets to make your little one look gorgeous
  • Suggesting new additions to work with your existing wardrobe
  • Corporate gifts
  • Gift registries

To kick off your love affair with Just Ripe, Dimity is offering KidStyleFile readers a $10.00 gift voucher when you spend over $50.00.  Enter ‘KSF’ in the coupon code section at checkout to redeem. Offer ends on Sunday September 21, and your gift voucher is valid for 3 months from date of issue.

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Clockwise from top left:

Fiesta Crafts -The Family Popovs $54.95 A contemporary and quirky take on the traditional Russian Doll set.
BlaBla Mini Doll – ‘Buzz’ $42.95 ‘Buzz’ is my fave of all the BlaBla dolls. Suitable for girls and boys in equal measure, what a great baby shower gift (and life-long buddy!) Buzz would make.
Infantino Safari Roller $19.95 Babies just love interactivity and the cause and effect relationship. This toy is guaranteed to provide hours of stimulation and giggles.
BlaBla Finger Puppets $8.95 each Available in 20 different characters these are great for collecting, and affordable enough to pop in as an extra little pressie for bigger siblings to amuse themselves, and the new baby, with.
EcoBaby Organic Dummy $9.95
No nasty hormone disrupting chemicals here. Peace of mind for parents in more ways than one!
Albetta Vintage Car Top and Pant Set $42.00 Total coolness for little boys! Also available in Cupcake design for little lasses.
Infantino 2 in 1 Activity Mirror $39.95 A great double-duty toy, I love the way this attaches to the cot, and can also be easily configured for tummy-time use. Hours of enjoyment to be found here.
Fiesta Crafts -Tooting Teddies Train $69.95 Deservedly award-winning, Tooting Teddies is an utter delight. You cannot go past this quality toy.
Boon Snack Ball $15.95 Modern design that merges form and function beautifully. Highly affordable too! Collect the set for the ultimate in aesthetic appeal, and everyday practical application.
Boon Fluid No-spill Toddler Cup $15.95
Imse Vimse Swim Nappy $23.50 Fits even the tiny newborn aqua-baby to perfection.
Imse Vimse Tankini Top $26.00 Fits from size 3-6 months and up.
Kumquat Pink Dotty Owl Lap Onesie $23.00 A sweetly uplifting design of wise owls graces this perfectly pink suit. Available in blue traffic design for boys.

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And, last, but certainly not least, Just Ripe is stocking the esteemed Storksak bags. A triumph of design, these bags do not outwardly belie their nappy bag status in any way, but, open them up and – ta-da! – they afford every efficiency you could hope for. Head on over to Just Ripe to find out more.

Storksak ‘Jamie’ in black $299.95
Storksak ‘Elizabeth’ in cream $379.95

Just Ripe offer a flat shipping rate of $7.50 for standard size parcels Australia-wide.  Shipping is FREE for purchases over $150.00. International orders are warmly welcomed, and are shipped for a flat rate of $18.00 for standard size parcels. See the FAQ page for full details on shipping.

Monkeytail & Wellington: Magic & Delight Abounds + KSF readers take 15% off

Posted: August 19th, 2008

I just adore Monkeytail & Wellington – www.monkeytailandwellington.com.au. Owner Vicki has created a wondrous boutique of uniquely creative and exuberant products from passionate local and overseas independent designers, boutique brands and artisan crafted products that inspire me every time, and she’s always adding more new and fabulous things.

If I had to explain the feeling Monkeytail & Wellington gives me, it reminds me of reading my favourite childhood story over again and loving it every time – “more! more! again! again!”. It also tickles my fancy to see what the M&W mascots, the dino and monkey, are up to on each page – it’s just a delight and a joy.

Monkeytail & Wellington stock the following brands: Wonderworld Toys, Anamalz, Le Toy Van, Dejco, Little Beetle, Imprintables, Mara Mi & Zoomerang Invitations, Walter Foster craft & dress up kits, various books and CD’s, mostly hard to find or imports, Luka Surface Graphics, Lucy and Michael play tents, and the cream of Indie brands and crafters: Sarah Jane Studios, Fall Down Tree art & stationery, Owly Shadow Puppets, Kait Emerson Design clothes, Mountain Aven Baby clothes, bibs & blankets, Cutecumber hair accessories, SW Designs activity mats & bags, Margrietje Jewellery, I Luv U Tutu Much tutu skirts, Monkeytail & Wellington Sock Monkey’s, Little Jenny Wren Waldorf dolls, 2 Big Kids Let’s play mail sets, and Hamb t-shirts.

Little Hero capes, Lillybean Playfood, The Piggy Story bags, art folios and tableware, and Monkey Do (beautiful made-in-Melbourne quality and designs. I met the designers recently, and I tell you what, their clothes really channel the loveliness of the people who make them) have also now arrived.

To help you celebrate childhood (your child’s and your own second childhood!), Vicki at Monkeytail & Wellington is offering KidStyleFile reader 15%* off store-wide until August 31.

Use the code ‘KSF02′ in at checkout to score your exclusive discount.

Woohoo! <sound of running feet and front door slamming>

That’s the sound of me heading over the M&W pronto: I’m off to buy some Little Hero capes and accessories, Cutecumber goldfish hairclips (we just acquired some real goldfish, and we love them!), Verve jazz CD (major cred for their musical education), and another Owly Shadow Puppet or two for me to play with for my children’s upcoming birthdays.

Head on over to discover the magical world of Monkeytail & Wellington for yourself. Picks of the day below to inspire you :)

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Clockwise from top left. Prices in red are after 15% KSF discount, and are applicable until 31 August only, so get your skates on!

Red Zinnia Lounge Set Set (one off: size 2 only) $49.95 less 15% = $42.45
The Piggy Story Doggy Diary Handy Notecard Set with case $34.95 less 15% = $29.70
Monkey Do Flower Sunday Dress (available in sizes 4 & 6) $65.00 less 15% = $55.25
Monkey Do Holiday T-shirt in Avocado (available in sizes 4 & 6) $38.00 less 15% = $32.30
Little Campers Blue Planet Lounge Set (one off: size 2 only) $49.95 less 15% = $42.45
The Piggy Story Ramblin’ Kid Cow suitcase & accessories $59.95 less 15% = $50.95
Verve records Jazz for Kids $30.00 less 15% = $25.50
Owly Shadow Puppets – Dinosaur
$15.00 less 15% = $12.75
Cutecumber Goldfish Swimming Practice Hairclips $7.00 less 15% = $5.95
Little Hero Capes - choose from 8 fab designs. Matching power cuffs and masks sold separately  $39.95 less 15% = $33.95

*Offer ends 31 August 2008, and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, or custom orders. VIP discounts not applicable during the promotional period.

Subscribe to the Monkeytail & Wellington newsletter to become a VIP’s and be eligible for 10% off all orders OR free shipping on orders over $150.00 during non-promotional periods, plus free gift wrapping and other special offers and pre-order incentives. Read Vicki’s blog to keep abreast of the latest cool additions at Monkeytail & Wellington.

Monkeytail & Wellington’s postage charges start at $6.00. International post is also available. View the Postage Charges Info page for full details.

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Click here to visit The Hip Infant website
Click here to visit the Little Chipipi website
Click here to visit the Vintage Kid website
Click here to visit the Cornflower Blue website
Click here to visit the The Bees Knees Kids website
Click here to visit the Cheeky Little Monsters website
Click here to visit the Cocoon Couture website
Click here to visit the ShopHouse website
Click here to visit the My Brood website
Click here to visit The Little Kidz Closet website
Click here to visit the Ten Little Indians website
Click here to visit the Baby Kingdom website
Click here to visit the Where Did You Get That? website
Click here to visit the BabyLegs website
Click here to visit the Little Pinwheel website
Click here to visit the 5 Little Monkeys website
Click here to visit the Mathilda's Market website
Click here to visit the Chic Kids website