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Today’s post written by Anna

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It appears a tradition has been started in our family. My little girl has twice been gifted a special toy tea set at Christmas from her doting Aunty, the first one was a present while she was still in utero! Because of my shared love of a cup of tea and the beautiful role-playing fun that blossoms around a tiny tea set, this is one tradition I love and want to continue. So, in expectation of what’s in store for Christmas, here’s a little roundup of what’s currently on the market (*wink, wink* dearest Aunty!)

You will find a gorgeous array of tin tea sets for little people, many presented in a lovely matching suitcase. There are sets made from wood like the gorgeous one from Plan Toys and colourful ceramic ones too. There are fabric sets that come in a matching carry bag, or how about a cute knitted set?  For a unique handmade tea set you might like to check out the collection of sets at Etsy – there are also patterns if you are handy enough with some crochet needles yourself?!

If you have a little man who would like to share in the fun of a tea party, there is a gorgeous Blue Sailboat Design. Or if you are a collector yourself (and money is no obstacle) you might like to check out these vintage and antique toy tea sets – what an amazing collection! Set the scene for some special Tea Parties with Mae’s gorgeous repositionable fabric stickers on your walls, or the Mini Mae collection to get you in the mood for a cuppa, wherever you take them.

1. Mae Tea Time Mini Stickers $19.95 at Mae
   
2. Mae Tea Time Wall Stickers $79.95 at Mae
   
3. Little Styles Tin Tea Set – Pink Flower $57.95 at Little Styles
   
4. Baby’s Got Style Tin Tea Set in Suitcase – Pink $54.95 at Baby’s Got Style
   
5. Plan Toys – Wooden Tea Set $49.99 at Metro Mum
6. Lark Cornishware Classic Knitted Tea Set $79.95 at Lark
   
7. Dyles My first tea party playbag $38.95 at Little Styles
   
8. Sparkle T Spotti tea set $52.95 at Little Styles
9. Lark Pink Spotty Floral Knitted Tea Set $69.95 at Lark
   
10. Cuckoo Nest Handmade Tea Set $79.00 at Lark

Please check individual sites for shipping details, and always remember to look at KidStyleFile’s All Current Deals page to make sure you’re getting the best deal available.

Today’s post written by Anna

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With every stage of your baby’s development comes a new learning curve as a parent. I’ll never forget as a new mum feeling like I finally just got a handle of my little one only for them to have a growth spurt and suddenly I had a whole new world to get used to! Of course this progress also presents a wonderful new world of opportunities.

Stocked up and ready to see you and your baby develop and flourish and thrive through babyhood and into the toddler years is the beautiful boutique Midgee Moo – www.midgeemoo.com.au. Within these vibrant pages you will find some absolutely stunning items so that your little one can sleep, eat, play and go throughout every season and growth spurt.

In addition to being one very stylish mumma, proprietor Hayley’s background in primary teaching is evident throughout Midgee Moo. When you shop from the amazing range of quality toys you can rest assured that each one meets Hayley’s high standards for educational and imaginative play. Midgee Moo has some outstanding new additions, and as much of the country leads up to school holidays, a very special highlight today is the new collection of toys for Plane & Car Journeys. There are some delightful and creative toys on offer here to keep your little one occupied while you journey towards your location. These include my top picks the Castle Game, the Knitting Doll and if you have a long journey to complete – the 100 Things for Little Children to do on a Journey Cards may just prove a lifesaver!

There always seems to be a new baby arriving in my life at the moment, so I am always on  the look out for gorgeous little ‘welcome to the world’ gifts! My two favourites from Midgee Moo’s newborn gift page are the Alimrose Toadstool Rattle in Blue and the Plan Toys Baby Push Car – both totally lovely and both priced under $20.00 – perfect!

Midgee Moo currently has huge sale with up to 60% off selected items from across the store, and in additon to the already great sale prices, Hayley is also offering KidStyleFile readers a fantastic offer: all orders $30+ will receive FREE postage, Australia-wide. Enter discount coupon code ‘KSFMOO’ at checkout to redeem until midnight 30 September 2010.

1. Castle Game $7.50
2. Plan Toys Baby Push Car $19.95
3. Midgee Moo Ponytail Holders – Pigtails were $6.80 now $3.40
4. Midgee Moo Ponytail Holders – Meow were $6.80 now $3.40
5. 100 Things for Little Children to do on a Journey Cards $14.95
6. Alimrose Toadstool Rattle – Blue $15.95
7. Knitting Doll $5.99
8. Melissa & Doug Giddy Happy Binoculars $11.95
9. Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge – Mem Fox was $14.95 now $11.95
10. Pop Up Wooden Toaster With Bread was $25.00 now $20.00

At Midgee Moo you will find only the best of the best for your baby and toddler from quality brands including: Alimrose Designs, Penny Scallan, Sparkle T, Le Toy Van, Djeco, Plan Toys, Voila, Milk & Co Baby, Little Beetle, Lima Bean, Babylicious, Wee Targets, K’s Kids, Bazoongi Kids, Madhattan Baby, Pin Toys, Orchard Toys, Alphasketti, Bobble Art

Midgee Moo ship Australia wide using Australia Post for the flat fee of $7.50. Orders over $150 receive FREE shipping. For full information, including on international deliveries, click here.

Today’s post written by Angela

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If you’re on the lookout for some of the coolest toys out there, then I recommend taking a trip over to Send A Toy – www.sendatoy.com.au – who stock only the finest local and European brands.

Clap your eyes on Automoblox, BAJO Wooden Toys, Brio, Dabbawalla, Djeco, Eeboo, Green Toys, Haba, Heimess Baby Toys,Janod Wooden Toys, Kaloo, Kathe Kruse, Latitude Enfant, Le Toy Van, Mamas & Papas, Moulin Roty, NICI Soft Toys, Pintoy, Plan Toys, Quadrilla Marble Runs, Quercetti, Rosie Flo activity books, Sambellina, Seedling, SIGG Bottles, Svan, Syd & Me, Vilac, Voila Wooden Toys, Wheely Bug and rejoice!

I am particularly enamoured with the new Lunch Mail product, essential for all parents of all school-aged children, the Darling Clementine Marionette greeting cards, which would look wonderful framed en masse in a child’s room, the outstanding Orion Yacht, while really sails, and the rage of beautiful Janod magnetic toys.

Spend $99.00 or more at Send A Toy until 28 February 2010 and receive free delivery on your order Australia-wide. Stock your cart and head to checkout: the delivery charge will be removed from your order during processing. Go play now!

1 – Lunch Mail, $12.95
2 – Darling Clementine Marionette Greeting Cards, $5.95 each
3 – Wonderworld Toys Sound Blocks, $59.90
4 – Orion Yacht Sailing Boat, $39.90
5 – Plan Toys Child’s Wooden Tea Set, $44.95
6 – Janod Wooden Toys Magnetic Rocket Puzzle, $29.95
7 – Alex Toys Space Saving Wall Easel, $94.95
8 – Mamas & Papas Owl Cushion, $79.95
9 – Moulin Roty Magic Butterfly, $7.90
10 – Vilac Little Red Piano, $119.95

Send a Toy postage charges start at $9.90 for standard post (less for those in Adelaide, and for small single-item orders) and $11.90 for Express for orders up to 3kg, Australia-wide, excluding bulky items. Free gift-wrapping applies on most items. International orders are also welcome. Please see the Send a Toy Delivery Guide for full details.

Today’s post written by Angela

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Toys are part of the magic of childhood, and it’s always good to have a stash up for gifting purposes. Now’s the time to jump and save, as Send A Toy – www.sendatoy.com.au – are currently holding one of their rare-as sales, with a selection of quality toys reduced by up to 30%.

Sample the toy finery in-store at Send A Toy: brands stock include An Angel at my Table, Automoblox, Bajo, Brio, Cocoon Couture, Deglingos, Djeco, Dumpling Dynasty, Educo, EEBOO, Fiesta Crafts, Folkmanis, Green Toys, Haba, Heimess, Honeysticks, Janod, Kaloo Baby Gifts, Kathe Kruse, Lark, Le Toy Van, Mamas & Papas, Melissa & Doug, Moulin Roty, Nici, Pintoy, Plan Toys, Quadrilla, Rosie Flo activity books, Sevi, SIGG Bottles, Trudi Soft Toys, Vilac, Voila Toys, Wheely Bug and WonderWorld.

Please note that Send a Toy does not accept change of mind returns on sale items. Free gift wrapping is not available on some sale items, and discount vouchers, coupons or codes are not applicable on sale items.

Send a Toy postage charges start at $9.90 for standard post (less for those in Adelaide, and for small single-item orders) and $11.90 for Express for orders up to 3kg, Australia-wide, excluding bulky items. Free gift-wrapping applies on most items. International orders are also welcome. Please see the Send A Toy Delivery Guide for full details.

Today’s post written by Anna

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“It’s just what I’ve always wanted!” My nephew made this exclamation some years ago as he opened his Christmas gift from me, the very proud-of-herself Aunty! The only bad thing is, that beautiful reaction has set a standard in my world that I’m not quite sure I can live up to every year!

If you are on the hunt this Christmas for an exclamation like my nephew’s, I bring you news (and fabby pics) of a hot new product straight from Skip Hop New York just landed into Australia and now available at The Hip Infant – www.thehipinfant.com.au. Behold the very adorable and fun new Skip Hop Zoo Packs, which are sure to brings gasps of appreciation this Christmas day.

These gorgeous backpacks are certainly a place where “fun meets function”.  Made from durable materials that will see them go the distance and survive the journey with your little one, they are completely BPA-free, Phthalate-free and PVC free. Zoo Packs feature a roomy main compartment plus an insulated pouch for snacks and a must – have adjustable mesh pocket to house a drink bottle.  They also have padded, adjustable straps, a spot to write-on a name tag on the inside and an easy to clean lining. Plus they’re very very cute: choose from four friendly animal characters – Monkey, Dog, Mouse or Penguin.

Mel at The Hip Infant has fallen head-over-heels with these beauties and wants to make sure every little person has a Zoo Pack in their Santa sack on Christmas morning. To make it easy for you, until midnight 22 December 2009 Mel is gifting us FREE delivery Australia-wide on every order that includes at least one Skip Hop Zoo Pack. Use discount code  ‘KSF-Zoo’ at checkout to redeem. This offer is not to be used in conjunction with any other discount, voucher or offer.

Note Christmas delivery deadlines: all eastern metro cities, midday Monday 21 Dec, and western metro cities and regional centres midday *tomorrow*, 18 December.

The final shout out today goes to all the Clearance Stock to be found at The Hip Infant – with up to an incredible 80% off to be found in this section you’ll fill your Zoo Pack in no time!

1. Janod Magnetic Helicopter $29.95
2. Ouch Swim Girls Rash Vest Berry $26.95
3. Skip Hop Zoo Pack – Dog $39.95
4. Janod Suitcase Puzzle Giraffe $34.95
5. Teeny Me Hooded Beach Poncho Red Stripe $34.95
6. Teeny Me Beach Towel Pink Stripe $29.95
7. Skip Hop Zoo Pack – Monkey $39.95
8. Skip Hop Zoo Pack Penguin $39.95
9. Plan Toys Lacing Sheep $39.95
10. Alimrose Teething Ring Owl & Star Chocolate/Aqua $24.95
11. Skip Hop Zoo Packs – the entire collection on display – aren’t they cute?! $39.95 each
    
12. Skip Hop Zoo Pack – Mouse $39.95

The Hip Infant only stock hip products for infants from the following list of brands: Aden + Anais, Alimrose Designs, Alex Toys, Alphasketti, Annabel Trends, Babylicious, Baby Einstein,Baby Legs,  Bbox, Belly Art, Billie Goat Soap, Blabla, Blik Wall Graphics, Bluebird and Honey, Brio, Bobble Art, BUD, Candela, Cheeky Monkey, Chilli Kids,  Coco & Eli, Crocodile Creek, Cuddlefish, David Fussenegger, Dwell Studio, Elegant Baby, Evetribe, Fiesta Crafts, Flensted Mobiles, Fleurville, Foogo By Thermos, For Walls, French Bull, Funtainer By Thermos, Gertie and Me, Giddy Giddy, Gijmmo, Goki, Green To Grow, Haba, Heimess, Hip Stuff, Honey Sticks Love Mae, ID Tee, Infancy, ITZBEEN, Janod, JellyCats, Jewel Queen, Kathe Kruse, Keptin Jr, Kiddopotamus, Kristy Clayton Art, Lima Bean, Little Einsteins, MELOBABY, Milestone Press, Milk & Co Baby, Minimonkey, Oeuf NYC, Oricom Baby Monitors, Olli & Pop, Ouch, Plum Baby, Present Time, Printspace. Pure Baby, Qubies, Rockabye Baby, Rondeau Industries, Sambellina, Sigikid, Simple Gorgeous Storage, Skip HOP, Snugglebum, Sparkle T, Teeny Me, The Hip Infant, The Hip Infant Limited Edition Basics, Tip Top Joey, Tippy Toes, Tiger Tribe, Tommee Tippee, Toys Pure, Trunki, Wall Candy Arts, Wee Gallery.

The Hip Infant charges a flat rate of $8.50 for Australia-wide shipping. For all details please see the delivery page. International orders are warmly welcomed: head to International Orders page for full info.

Today’s post written by Edwina

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Welcome to December. It’s officially summer, and Christmas is really getting into gear now. With only 24 days left to go the mood is unmistakably festive. Decorations and Christmas music abound, and thoughts turn to gifts, Christmas wrap and the summer holidays to come. Embrace the spirit of the season and prepare for the joyous excitement that only a Christmas with kids in tow can deliver. Go with it and don’t hold back. Whether your style be modern minimalist, or full-on tinsel, jingle all the way.

12 Days Buyer’s Guide:

12 Drummers Drumming: Plan Toys Solid Drum, $34.00, and Plan Toys Wooden Musicla Band Drum Set, $104.00 from Metro Mum
11 Pipers Piping: Toy Soldier Buttons, from Etsy seller 81giftstation – USD$2.00
10 Lords a-leaping: Fred Bare Collection, see website for stockists and prices
9 Ladies Dancing: Fred Bare Collection, see website for stockists and prices
8 Maids a-milking:  Sozo Moo Wrap and Cap Set, from Baby’s Got Style – $39.95
7 Swans a-swimming:  Swimming Swan Pendant, from Etsy Seller sushipot – POA
6 Geese a-laying: Kate Greenaway’s Mother Goose Stories, from Fishpond Books- $34.99 $21.95
5 Gold Rings: Stackable Gold Rings, from Etsy seller SecretCharm – $USD49.99
4 Calling Birds: Mae Boys Twitter Birds Fabric Wall Decals, from The Hip Infant – $44.95
3 French Hens: Try before you buy with Rent-A-Chook (Sydney-based, but can ship coops to other states)
2 Turtle Doves: Papoose Christmas Dove, from Generation Wonder – $8.00 each
And a Partridge in a Pear (Cocoon Couture Shelf-Stand) Tree, from ShopHouse – $89.00

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.