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Post written by Leah

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Happy Easter everyone! It’s a very special time of year – both for remembrance and celebration of new life. For our children, it can be a magical time of year, as they wake this Sunday to Easter egg hunts and then enjoy time with family and friends.

Over in India, Sarah from Cornflowerblue – www.cornflowerblue.com.au – is preparing for her children’s annual Easter egg hunt with eggs she has sourced from her travels back to Australia (there are no Easter eggs in stores in India). Such organisation has ensured the shelves of CFB are bursting with new season stock and arrivals that I just know you will drool over such as Three Little Trees, Dwell Studio, and Nature Baby.

There’s a hot new feature on the Cornflowerblue site that I can’t wait to utilise: the Personalised JEANS Fitting Service. Master R sits just above the 95% percentile for his age, but also has a tiny little waist. Sourcing jeans that fit perfectly has always proven difficult (consequently he prefers tracksuit pants, much to my dismay). I need not worry from this point forward. By providing a few simple measurements, Sarah and the team will recommend the correct size of any pair of jeans in the CFB wardrobe that you have your eye on or an alternative product if necessary.

In celebration of Easter, Cornflowerblue are offering all KSF readers 10% off storewide and FREE Australia-wide postage – woohoo! Enter discount code KSF_10 at checkout to redeem until 31 April 2011. While you’re there join clubCFB to be the first in the know; and when you spend over $250 in one year you will qualify for VIP membership and get 10% off for life – on top of any other discount!

Discounted prices quoted below are valid with code KSF_10 until 31 April 2011 only.

1. Three Little Trees New York Living Tee $29.95 LESS 10%= $26.96 Three Little Trees Rome Tights $17.95 LESS 10%= $16.16
2. Purebaby Chunky Knit Cardie $59.00 LESS 10%= $53.10
3. Nanny Pickle Creme Brulee Sleep bag $49.95 LESS 10%= $44.96
4. Dwell Studio Choc Dot Pant $33.00 LESS 10%= $29.70
5. Nature Baby Cowhide Booties $40.00 LESS 10%= $36.00
6. Jackson’s Monsters Frogmonster L/S Tee Red $30.00 LESS 10%= $27.00
7. Nature Baby Grey Merino Wrap $63.00 LESS 10%= $56.70
8. Dwell Studio Gio Lemon L/S Playsuit $49.00 LESS 10%= $44.10 Dwell Studio Gio Aqua L/S Playsuit $49.00 LESS 10%= $44.10
9. Three Little Trees Christchurch Jeans $54.95 LESS 10%= $49.46
10. Kutie Protocol Bonnie and Clyde Jean $79.85 LESS 10%=  $71.87 Kutie Protocol Fred and Wilma Vest $69.30 LESS 10%=  $62.37 Jackson’s Monsters Frogmonster L/S Tee Red $30.00 LESS 10%= $27.00

Cornflowerblue stocks a range of beautiful, ethical and organic brands for box genders including Agoo, Apple & Bee, BabyJo, Baobab, Beatrix, Blueberry Kids, Chalk n Cheese, Cheeky Chickies, Coco & Ginger, Cornflowerblue.com. Dwell Studio, Eco Peko, Ellani Petite, Ellani Petite for Little Armourie, Eternal Creation, Fabrik, Foundation of Love, Gaia Organic Cotton, Go Gently Baby, Graze Organic, Green Eyes Monster, Jackson’s Monsters, Jewels by Cornflowerblue, Kutie Protocol, La Queue du Chat, Lil Ludy, Little Armourie, Little Wings, Maud n Lil, MilkBaby, Mini Rodini, Minime Sydney, Monte and Tex, Nanny Pickle, Nature Baby, O’Bon, Old Soles, Organic Boy and friends, Paper Wings, Purebaby, Purebaby Kids, Ramalama, Ruby Luxe, Sckoon Organics, Speesees, Three Little Trees, Tiny Revolutionary, Well Spotted, Zooey

Cornflowerblue offer next day delivery for $7.75 for orders under 1kg (most orders) or $9.50 for orders over 1kg. Orders must be placed before 1pm EST for delivery next business day. They will also happily ship internationally.  For full delivery information please click here.

Post written by Miki

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Creating a new little life really brings the responsibilities of parenthood to the front and centre of ones attention, doesn’t it?  I’m not just talking about the immediate ‘I must keep this baby fed and clothed and loved’ responsibilities, but the larger ‘I must make sure this child has a safe, clean world to grow up in’ responsibilities too.  It’s daunting to try to picture the world our children will be adults in given the many issues today’s world faces.

One way to combine the two sets of responsibilities is to shop at New Zealand based Natureshop – www.natureshop.com – where you’ll find the best of organic and eco-friendly, both for your baby and/or child, and yourself.  As well as stocking gorgeous children’s products from brands such as Nature Baby, Green Baby, EMU sheepskin boots, Snugs, Simple, Snooky, Birkenstock and Icebreaker, Natureshop is also proudly carbon neutral (carbon zero certified) and actively supports charities Canteen and Heart Children Foundation.

Adding to the feel-good shopping experience at Natureshop are the clearance items already reduced by 30% and 20% off all full-priced baby and kids products just for KSF readers: enter KSF20 at checkout to redeem until 30 April 2011. Want more? How about FREE tracked shipping Australia-wide on *all* orders? You got it, baby! No code is needed to get your order shipped free: it comes as standard when placing an order at Natureshop.

I highly recommend using the discount to stock up on some rarely discounted goodies.  Nature Baby is a Kiwi classic – you won’t find many Kiwi kids who didn’t spend much of their first few years dressed in Nature Baby – and with good reason as it’s fabulous stuff; simple, hardwearing, buttery-soft organic cotton and it looks great.  Green Baby is likewise a classic and I have to say I think the Green Baby Long Sleeve Farm Bodysuits 5 Pack is outstanding value at $39.96 with the discount. And the little kids’ shoes!  Oh, I swoon. The Simple sneakers and sandals are well above average style-wise, and well below what I’d have expected to pay for them, plus they’re made from sustainable materials.  I also think that every kid (and every mama) needs a pair of sheepskin boots – snap some up before the cold weather starts nipping at your toes.

Discounted prices quoted below are valid until midnight 30 April 2011 using the code KSF20 at checkout only.

1. Nature Baby Organic Sleeping Gown, $29.95 less 20% = $23.96
2. Nature Baby Organic Short Sleeve Kimono Romper, $24.95 less 20% = $19.96
3. Nature Baby Organic Drawstring Pants, $24.95 less 20% = $19.96
4. Nature Baby Organic Kimono Dress, $33.95 less 20% = $27.16
5. Green Baby Organic Cotton Kimono Style Pouch, $39.00 less 20% = $31.20
6. Green Baby Long Sleeve Farm Bodysuits 5 Pack, $49.95 less 20% = $39.96
7. Emu Kids Sheepskin Boots – Hip Button Chocolate, $99.00 $69.00 less 20% = $55.20
8. Doodle Shoe, $44.95 less 20% = $35.96
9. Keen Coronado Print Shoe, $39.95 less 20% = $31.96
10. Keen Kids Winter Boots – Bridger WP, $84.95 less 20% = $67.96

Natureshop stocks baby and children’s products from Nature Baby, Green Baby, EMU sheepskin boots, KEEN footwear, Snugs, Simple, Snooky and Icebreaker.

Natureshop ships Australia-wide for FREE using the eParcel service, fully tracked.  Orders are sent from Natureshop’s NZ warehouse and arrive in 3-5 working days.

Today’s post written by Miki

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It must be said that Jane at My Keiko – www.mykeiko.com.au – has outstanding taste.  My Keiko stocks a wide range of all that is beautiful and useful for babies, toddlers and mamas, and the site itself is sleek and a pleasure to navigate. What a great example of an online boutique!

You should definitely treat yourself to half an hour’s browsing time at My Keiko, and I can pretty much guarantee you’ll come away with some special purchase that will light up your day when it arrives by Express Post a day or so later.  For myself I love the Dashbaby Wipes Clutches which are air/water/shock resistant and come in a range of colours to go with your favourite handbag. I am also very taken with the Ecococoon stainless steel cup set, which is BPA-free of course, and also looks fantastic.

I’ve also been eyeing up the many brands represented in My Keiko’s range and I just can’t go past Nature Baby.  A kiwi brand featuring organic cotton and nature-inspired prints and colours, it’s perfect for gifting or just for stocking up your baby’s wardrobe with soft and snuggly pieces that wash and wear amazingly well.  Trust me on that one, my bambinos have had a lot of it in their time!

You can go completely wild at My Keiko, because not only is there a sale with items reduced by up to 60%, while stock lasts only, but Jane is also giving KidStyleFile readers a huge 30% off discount store-wide, including sale items, bringing your total potential discount in at 70%+!  The code to use at checkout is ‘BABY‘ and it expires on 31 August 2010.

Discounted prices below are valid while stock lasts using the code ‘BABY’ until 31 August 2010.

one. BubbaLog Baby Log Book, $9.95 LESS 30% = $6.96
two. Beep Beep Slings – Sprig, $75.00 LESS 30% = $52.50
three. Fehn Cuddly Blue Elephant, $22.95 LESS 30% = $16.06
four. Happeez All Boy Trio Clippers, $14.95 LESS 30% = $10.46; and Happeez Hearts Clipper, $5.95 LESS 30% = $4.16
five. Assorted BabyLegs, from $14.95 LESS 30% = $10.46
six. Alphasketti ABC Flash Cards Set, $21.95 LESS 30% = $15.36
seven. Jock & Tilly ‘Tilly’ Summer Nightdress, $39.95 $26.95 LESS 30% = $18.86
eight. Flobib Wise Owl, $22.00 LESS 30% = $15.40
nine. Aden + Anais White Muslin Wraps, $44.00 LESS 30% = $30.80
ten. Urban Rituelle Organic Nursery Mist, $19.95 LESS 30% = $13.96

y Keiko stocks a very stylish collection of brands including Aden & Anais, Appaman, Babu, BabyLegs, babysparewear, Baobab, Beep Beep Slings, Billie Goat Soap, Blue Racoon, BoscoBear, Brolly Sheets, Custard Pie, Dripstick, Elegant Baby, Fairy Floss Creations, Fehn Baby, Gin & Tonic, hiPP, Hotbubba, Hullubullu, Il Tutto, Infancey, Jock & Tilly, Locolili, Look At The Wall, Lotus Linens, Luv A Bub, Melobaby, My Keiko, Nature Baby, Nature’s Child, Penny Scallan, Plumb, Read With Me, Renee Pinto, Respisense, Scout, Skeani, Snuza, Sticky Baby Company, Totseat, Tyrrell Katz London, Uchi and Urban Rituelle.

My Keiko charge $8.50 for standard postage, and $10.50 for Express Post, Australia wide. Orders over $150 are delivered for FREE. International orders are welcome. Visit the My Keiko Terms and Conditions page for full shipping and delivery details.

Today’s post written by Leah

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One of my embarrassing quirks is my love for celebrity gossip and fashion. I try very hard to hide this little obsession interest, but with all the activity with this weeks Golden Globes I have been swept away – not by the dresses, not by the celebs, but by the Boom Boom Room.  This is the place that all celebrity parents go to to discover the very best in new kids fashion. It’s like a trade show, but they get to take it all home!!

One of the selections that celebrities were snapping up this year was New Zealand’s very own Nature Baby which is stocked at Little Pinwheel – www.littlepinwheel.com.au.  The Nature Baby range includes organic cotton and organic merino wool, which is becoming a keen favourite amongst celebrity parents who are using their influence to support companies that care for our environment.  Little Pinwheel’s Nature Baby range includes sleepwear, active wear, wraps, hats and select fashion pieces which will compliment any wardrobe.  My eye is on the Nature Baby gift pack which includes a long sleeve suit, drawstring pants, booties and a knotted beanie – all perfect for a new edition to any family.

When Katie Holmes arrived in Melbourne to shoot her latest film she was accompanied by daughter, Suri Cruise. To many, it was rather the other way around! Suri was popular amongst the tabloids, and all the celebrity fashion stalkers (like…ahem…myself) had our eyes on her latest attire. The Polka Mini-Maxi dress that Suri wore on a park visit with her parents quickly became the favourite of many mini fashionistas – so much so that it was sold out for months! A new drop has just landed at Little Pinwheel, and they are selling quickly, so move fast if you want to snare one.  A special note for tween parents:  Polka sizing caters for infants right up to size 10, and you can take your fill of the range at Little Pinwheel.

On a final note, the much lauded Taiwanese Nellystella is not far off now. Little Pinwheel will be featuring the range with its arrival at the end of January. Boom Boom!

Little Pinwheel have reduced all summer fashion from designer luminaries including Polka, mill&mia, Sudo, Three Little Trees, Tiny Mammoth, Itch Design, Heavenly Creatures, Chalk n Cheese, Cocoon Couture, Rittenhouse Kids and L’il Ludy by 50%, and you can receive an *additional 10% off store-wide*, including Nature Baby, Lark Designs, monte&tex, Sevi Toys and more, using coupon code ‘KSF10‘ until 31 January 2010, while stocks last.

*storewide discount excludes Nellystella

Discounted prices below are valid with code (read above) until 31 January 2010 only.

Polka Mini-Maxi dress WAS $89.95 THEN $59.95 LESS 10% $53.96
Polka Chief Inspektor Hat WAS $24.95 THEN $18.70 LESS 10% = $16.83
Polka Lucky Shirt WAS $64.95 THEN $32.50 LESS 10%= $29.25
Polka Paper Boy Shorts WAS $49.95 THEN $25.00 LESS 10%= $22.50
Polka Tuxedo Dress WAS $94.95 THEN $47.50 LESS 10% = $42.75
Nature Baby Gift Pack $89.95 LESS 10% =  $80.96
Cried Wolf Dead Willy Tee WAS $39.95 THEN $20.00 LESS 10% = $18.00
Cried Wolf Andi Boardshort WAS $54.95 THEN $27.50 LESS 10% = $24.75
Cried Wolf Misfit Wolf Tee Was $39.95 THEN $20.00 LESS 10% = $18.00
Cried Wolf Eric Boardies WAS $54.95 THEN $27.50 LESS 10% = $24.75
Heavenly Creatures Alice Smocked Dress Was $66.00 THEN $33.00 LESS 10%= $29.70
Heavenly Creatures I Believe New Wing Top $39.95 LESS 10% = $35.96

Little Pinwheel charge $7.50 flat-rate Australia wide. Orders over $150.00 are shipped free, Australia-wide. International orders are welcome. Please see the Little Pinwheel Delivery page for full information on postage and delivery.

Today’s post written by Anna

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In my opinion, funky shoes are a requirement for little feet.  How else are they to strut their stuff, run super-fast and dance their silly’s out?!  So if the little feet in your world are crying out for some funky shoes to match  their funky moves,  a stop at Funky Baby – www.funkybaby.com.au is in order.

FunkyBaby stock some of the most happening shoes on the market for little feet including EMU, FunkyBaby, Hoof, Lamington, Monkey Toes, Nature Baby,  Umi  and Yunginz. FunkyBaby is also proud to be the first retail outlet in Australia to stock the brand Trumpette, sourced direct from the US, and they are sole Australian retailers of Lamington, who make beautiful merino wool stockings. Plus the whisper is to watch this space as two exciting new brands will be added soon!

Some of my favorite shoes at FunkyBaby have to be from the delightful brand Umi.  Made with the health of your little ones feet as a top priority,  they feature a padded heel collar for more comfortable fit, soft, supple, breathable leather and a wrapped toe with soft rubber grip for traction and extra toe protection.  And the best news is, these shoes are truly adorable to look at!!

In addition to beautiful shoes FunkyBaby also stock some great accessories including socks and the fabulous ‘Zoggles’ by Hoof - a great time saving invention for children not yet able to tie their own shoe laces.  FunkyBaby have also designed and manufactured the very first stackable, clear shoe boxes for babies aptly named  FunkyBaby boxes! Buy as a set of 5 or individually, these boxes are a fabulous way to store your little ones very funky little shoes.

A bargain hunter at heart, I must recommend a stop by the Sale Page. There you will find shoes from Emu, Monkey Toes and Hoof all on sale for babies, boys and girls. Woo hoo!

FunkyBaby is currently offering a great deal to help celebrate the new spring/summer range from Yunginz. Purchase any pair of Yunginz shoes from FunkyBaby and you can choose a second pair from a choice of 3 great styles FREE.  This offer runs until February 2010 or while stocks last.

There is no need to stress about buying shoes on line: FunkyBaby has done all the hard work for you!  Visit their Sizing Page for a comprehensive sizing chart and additional notes and tips for specific brands.

1. Hoof Georgia – $40.00 on sale for $30.00
2. Hoof Bayley – $35.00 on sale for $25.00
3. Monkey Toes – Leap Frog $39.50 on sale for $25.00
4. Monkey Toes – Buzzy Bees MJ $39.50 on sale for $25.00
5. FunkyBaby Box – 5 Pack $25.00
6. EMU Sheepskin Bootie – Sand $35.00 on sale for $25.00
7. Umi – Cuddle Pink $49.95
8. Trumpette Baby Tracks $49.95
9. Umi – Puggle $49.95
10. Hoof Button Zoggle – White $3.00
11. Trumpette Andy Tracks $49.95
12. Lamington Sock-ings $11.50
13. Yunginz – Sparkle $49.95

FunkyBaby ship using Australia Post for the great flat fee of $7.00 Australia wide and all FREE shipping on Australia-wide orders over $150.00.  For all specific information inclduding international orders, please see the orders and delivery page.

Today’s post written by Angela

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Stylish new boutique for babies and boys and girls up to 6 years, Little Pinwheel – www.littlepinwheel.com.au - has made a huge impression with KidStyleFile readers. I’ve had a heap of feedback on Hayley’s fabulous brands and service, and I have experienced the love for myself (with an order of Three Little Trees and Polka items)  so I know what you’re talking about!

What makes Little Pinwheel stand out is not only the funky and stylish brands in-store, including clothing from Polka, mill&mia, Rittenhouse Kids, Sudo, Three Little Trees, Tiny Mammoth, monte&tex, Heavenly Creatures, Chalk n Cheese, Nature Baby and Itch Designs, accessories from Dan300 and Lark, and Sevi toys from Italy, but the superb presentation: Hayley’s experienced eye for colour and design as a graphic designer, and natural fashion nous demonstrate how pieces from the different labels can be mixed, matched, and layered to create stunning ensembles for your kids.

Little Pinwheel is celebrating the imminent arrival of the warmer weather with a fabulous 40% off sale on all winter fashion, and as a thanks to the warm welcome KidStyleFile readers have given her store, Hayley at Little Pinwheel is gifting us 10% off storewide – including sale items – until 31 August 2009. Use the discount code “KSF10″ at checkout to redeem.

I don’t have to tell you how good this is: this brings the discount on winter fashion up to *50%* off!! I strongly suggest swooping in on the pieces I’ve pictured below:  the Tiny Mammoth and Polka Baby Hoodlum pieces for babies (which are like hen’s teeth now), mill&mia Itch and Polka for boys, and Three Little Trees,  Heavenly Creatures, Sudo and mill&mia for girls. These are super bargains and super hot pieces that will take you through the rest of winter into the summer months with style.

I can’t let you go without mentioning the new season’s stock just arrived too, particular that from uber-cool Rittenhouse Kids. Extending the design aesthetic from their grown-ups Rittenhouse label, Rittenhouse Kids delivers unfussy, yet fun, modern architectural designs that are made to wear and wear.  Check out Hayley’s  daughter Keely, wearing the stunning Rittenhouse Pony Dress, just landed, below.

Rittenhouse Pony Dress just landed – $84.95 less 10% = $76.45

1. Heavenly Creatures Ballerina Tee – $39.95 $23.95 less extra 10% = $21.55 and new season’s Heavenly Creatures Grace Tutu – $59.95 less 10% = $53.95
2. mill& mia Tulip Top – Charcoal - $64.95 $38.95 less extra 10% = $35.05 and mill& mia Confetti Skirt – Charcoal - $69.95 $41.95 less extra 10% = $37.75
3. Sudo Ruby Coat – Grey (also available in Pink) - $89.95 $53.95 less extra 10% = $48.55 and mill&mia Cord Dress - $99.95 $59.95 less extra 10% = $53.95
4. Tiny Mammoth Thick Stripe Jumpsuit - $55.95 $35.95 less extra 10% = $32.35
5. Itch Gold Tooth Tee – $34.95 $27.95 less extra 10% = $25.15
6. Polka Tomek Rabbit Tooth - $49.95 $29.95 less extra 10% = $26.95
7. Polka Baby Hoodlum - $49.95 $39.95 less extra 10% = $35.95 each
8. mill&mia Classic Denim Jean - $71.95 $43.95 less extra 10% = $39.55

Little Pinwheel charge $7.50 flat-rate Australia wide. Orders over $150.00 are shipped free, Australia-wide. International orders are welcome. Please see the Little Pinwheel Delivery page for full information on postage and delivery.