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Lisa at Giggle’n’Groove - www.gigglengroove.com - has done it again: she’s come up with more fabulous bling for you and your funky offspring.

Select from the most delicious hair accessories, as well as divine jewellery for little girls, big girls, and little boys don’t miss out either!

Giggle’n'Groove is a boutique business: nothing is mass produced or pre-fabricated here. Each piece is lovingly and skillfully created by Lisa, who has a true passion for her work, and dedication to perfection.

The quality of Giggle’n’Groove’s hair bows are second to none: they are created using top-quality  grosgrain, satin or organza ribbon, and ends are professionally heat sealed to prevent fraying. G’n'G’s  jewellery - necklaces, bracelets, anklets and earrings - uses a fine selection of premium Sterling silver and Bali Sterling silver components, Swarovski crystals and pearls, glass and individually handmade polymer clay beads. All pieces are heirloom quality, and made to last lifetimes.

Brand new to Lisa’s repertoire are gold Mother’s Bracelets, Scrabble tile, and and glass bead pendants, and hand stamped Sterling silver pendants.

I am particularly taken with the Scrabble tile and glass bead pendants (my favourite is the Russian doll glass bead pendant), which are comprised of a bespoke designed tile graphic bonded to a wooden scrabble tile.  Lisa can create any letter and background you desire , and you have a choice of ball chain or satin or organza ribbon with Sterling silver clasp. These necklaces are very affordable (they start at just $7.50!!), and come in a little keepsake box, which make them perfect for gifting.

The gold Mother’s Bracelets are a luxe option in this genre, and the hand stamped Sterling silver pendants are another gorgeous option for personalised expressions of love for your family.

Lisa has an extensive range of designs to choose from, or you can have a unique design made to order especially for you.

You can receive 15% off your order at Giggle’n'Groove with the KidStyleFile discount code, to be found in Shop 4 Kids magazine. (Can’t make it to a newsagent? Email me, and I’ll send you the code - reads the terms and condition here. Please note this discount does not apply to G’n'G VIPS who already get a tasty discount, and discount is applied before postage charges are added.)

There’s also another good reason to shop at Giggle’n'Groove this month. Giggle’n’Groove is supporting Hannah’s Foundation in their ongoing endeavour to prevent the tragic loss of lives through drowning, by donating 15% of all sales to the foundation.

To thank you for your generous support of this cause, every purchase in October of $20.00 or above will go into a prize draw, and the more you spend, the more entries you get as each $20.00 spent qualifies as one entry*. (So spend $40.00, receive 2 entries etc.)

1st prize - Double strand Gold Mother’s Bracelet (value $180.00)
2nd Prize - Hand stamped Sterling Family pendant (value $45.00)
3rd Prize - Box of Tiles (3) with necklace (value $ 30.00)

Winners will be drawn on 1 November. *Spend does not include postage costs.

Picks of the day to get you started

Clockwise from top left:

Prices quoted are after KidStyleFile Shop 4 Kids magazine15%  discount. Read above for details.

M2M Fred Bare Botanical Medium Korker $12.00 $10.20
Little Russian Doll glass bead pendant $15.00 $12.75
Hand Stamped Sterling Silver pendant $45.00 $38.25
Scrabble Tile Boys ‘Lightning McQueen’ pendant $12.50 $10.62
Feral Fairy Jewels bracelet $10.00 $8.50
Scrabble Tile pendants $7.50 each $6.37
Boys Name Bracelet $50.00 $42.50
Girls Name Bracelet $60.00 $51.00
Gold Mother’s Bracelet $90.00 $76.50
Neopolitan Flower Bling Clips $9.00 each $7.65

Get to know Lisa, and keep abreast of new designs and products via the Giggle’n’Groove blog - http://gigglengroove.blogspot.com

Giggle’n’Groove charge $4.20 postage Australia wide, and ship internationally. View all the postage charge info here.

Today I want to introduce you to some fine established and up-and-coming Australian baby and kids product designers.

These talented and individuals pour their heart and soul into their work, resulting in the most wonderful artifacts that truly capture the magic of childhood.

I also want to send out a big shout out to everyone who is inspired to create and bring what you imagine to life. However young or old you are, or big or small your enterprise, your passion represents a positivity, individuality and diversity in the world that burns bright.

Vive the independent designer!

Below, view my multimedia presentation of 10 Australian designers (Chalk ‘n’ Cheese, Paper Wings, mill&mia, Red Thread Designs, Imprintables, Quinn Macool, Look at the Wall, Red Wagon, Miss Haidee, Evie LaLa).

There is music, so turn it up

Get inspired with this directory of resources that will lead you to a bevy of unique and boutique Australian baby and kids designers showcasing their talent locally and internationally.

On your doorstep

• Hope Street Markets, Sydney (www.hopestreetsmarkets.com)
• Magnolia Square, Melbourne (www.magnoliasquare.com.au)
• Mothers Market, Hobart (hobartmothersmarket.blogspot.com)
• South Bank Lifestyle Market, Brisbane (www.southbankmarket.com.au)

Online & around the world

• Made It – Australian independent designers selling online (www.madeit.com.au)
• Bubble – The Kids Trade Show (www.bubbletradeshows.com)
• Playtime Paris – The International tradeshow dedicated to children’s universe and maternity wear (www.playtimeparis.com)
• Life inSTYLE/ Kids inSTYLE tradeshow, Australia (www.lifeinstyle.com.au)

Pick up the current issue of My Child magazine, and turn to page 12, to read my Trend Watch article on independent designers. 

There’s a fresh and fabulous decor solution in the neighbourhood.

Following on from the success of their exclusive Basics, Birthday Tees, and Skeakies ranges, The Hip Infant - www.thehipinfant.com.au - have developed their own line of delightful Wall Graphics. These summery butterflies, hot air balloons, and soon to land alphabet graphics, are made of high quality non-toxic low tack adhesive vinyl, and may be safely used to jazz up bedrooms or living spaces around your home.

Quickly and easily create your dream nursery or bedroom: just peel and stick. And when you move (or want to move on), just peel them off, and voila! the wall is as it was before, clean and ready to decorate all over again.

Each set of Wall Graphics includes two sheets of stickers, and comes packaged in a very giftable mailing tube, making them the perfect choice for a present.

Mel at The Hip Infant - www.thehipinfant.com.au - is offering fab KidStyleFile readers a very special deal on The Hip Infant Wall Graphics: Enter ‘KSF-graphic’ in the coupon code section at checkout, and receive a huge $10.00 off!! Offer end 31 August 2008, so don’t dilly dally!

The Hip Infant Wall Graphics: Up, Up and Away! $59.95 $49.95 with $10 discount until 31 August.
The Hip Infant Wall Graphics: Butterflies and Ladybugs $59.95 $49.95 with $10 discount until 31 August.

And here’s what they look like on the sheets: you get two sheets in each pack - nice!

Also, take delight in these super sweet, The Hip Infant Alphabet Wall Graphics ($79.95 $69.95 with $10 discount until 31 August). Purchase these today, for hot-off-the-press delivery on August 28.

Also, while you’re over at The Hip Infant, be sure to take a visit to the Sale section. There are some genuine bargains in there from Mill & Mia, Smirk, Pure Baby, Infancy, Mitty James, Mon Ange, Moppit, Ouch and more.

I just bought some Ouch Uggs for my kids for just $14.95, and there are a few pieces on offer now down to just $5.00.

I also love this Alimrose Bunting as a nice complemetary element to the Wall Graphics. You get 5 metres of thes 4 flags pictured for just $49.95 $29.95, and there are 3 designs to choose from.

If you’re in no need of Wall Graphics, but still want to score a discount at The Hip Infant, you can pick up a copy of Shop 4 Kids magazine at your newsagent to secure the code for a 10% discount (not applicable with any other offer, i.e. you can’t use it with the Wall Graphics discount). If you can’t make it out, you can email me, and I’ll whisper it to you

The Hip Infant stocks an impressive range of designers including AKA Pipik, Albetta, Alex Toys, Alimrose Designs, Anna & Sally, Annabel Trends, Anne Claire Petit, Baby Einstein, Baby Legs, Babylicious, Benny Boy, Bical, BlaBla, Blink Designs, BUD, Built NY, Bump Buddy, Cheeky Monkey, Christmas Ideas, Coco & Eli, Cuddlefish, David Fussenegger, DiddleDumpling, Dirty Laundry, Elodie Details, Eyetribe, Fiesta Crafts, Flensted Mobiles, Fleurville, For Walls, For Windows, French Bull, Gertie and Me, Go_Home JNR, Green To Grow, Haba, Heimess, Hip Stuff, ID Tee, Inch Blue, Infancy, Jazzy Toes, JellyCats, JewelQueen, Kathe Kruse, Keptin Jr, Kid Squidgy, Kiddopotamus, Kipiis, Lima Bean, Limo Basics, Little Chipipi, Little Einsteins, Little Joey, Little Twig, Liz Knits, Milestone Press, Mill & Mia, Mini Glow, Mitty James, Mon Ange, Moppit, Mum To Mum, My Child, Oeuf NYC, OUCH, Peanut Shell, Present Time, Pure Baby, Rockabye Baby, Rondeau Industries, Rush, Sigikid, Simple Gorgeous Storage, Skip HOP, Smirk Kids, Snugglebum, Snugzeez, Teeny Me, Tiger Tribe, Tippy Toes, Toys Pure, Trunki, Vessel, Wall Candy Arts, WalRUs, and Wee Gallery.

The Hip Infant charge $7.50 postage flat Australia wide for Express Post/courier delivery. Orders are dispatched within 24 hours of receipt. The Hip Infant also ships internationally. Please visit the Delivery Info page for full information on shipping.

Nee na nee na!! Coming through with a wild and crazy wholesale clearance of stock at Ten Sticky Fingers - www.tenstickyfingers.com.au.

Casey at TSF is preparing for the coming season, and has decided to cut to the chase with 50-80% off store-wide. Absolutely every single item in every category - winter stock and current season alike - has been slashed to go. Prices have already been marked down for you, and the sale runs while stocks last only

YOWZA! That is *hot*!

Ten Sticky Fingers delivers a perfect blend of individuality, practicality and affordablity, and brings a beautiful dash of hand-made love and Australian design flair into our lives; so while these prices are bargain basement, the quality of the products is certainly not.

Casey stocks predominately Australian owned and operated labels including Little Brown Mouse, and Heavenly Creatures , (the most gorgeous one-off clothing pieces) and Black Eyed Susie (a huge talent out of Tasmania, my wild and wonderful home state) , Wasabi Kids (a slice of Harajuku, Japan, Australian style: we have the Froggie and Mushroom Tees, and the Mushroom Swing Top. I love the Piggy Pants, too. Apparently the ears aren’t sewn down on the pants, resulting in them wiggling as bubba crawls along: too cute!!), Cinti Does Vintage (timeless class), Barbara Sansoni Designs (wonderful eco and kid friendly soft toys; we have several of these in out house, and they are truly lovely! The removable clothing is a lovely detail), Tonic (luxe bathing products), The Little Experience (great for winter rainy days!), Baby Cupcakes (baby socks in flan, sushi and cupcake form: make perfect gifts), Heavenly Creatures (beautiful quality), and Casey’s own divine vintage-inspired label which she runs with her mum, Judy, Red Thread Designs (superb felt booties and accessories, and hand-knit hats).

I promise that you will be absolutely stunned by the beauty of Ten Sticky Fingers’ product range, and completely knocked out by the prices.

Picks of the day below, and yes, those really are the right prices!! Get over there before it’s all sold out!

Left to right by rows:

Red Thread Designs Apple Crumble Booties $19.50 $11.90
Wasabi Kids Mustard Mushroom Tee $23.90 $11.50
Barbara Sansoni Designs Cuddly Elephant $25.00 $16.00
Wasabi Kids Piggy Pants $27.00 $16.50
Heavenly Creatures Red Stripe Tee $35.00 $20.00
Heavenly Creatures Heidi Dress $65.00 $30.00
Babycupcake Socks & Silicone Patty Pan set $10.00 $5.00
The Little Experience Endangered Species Create-It Finger Puppet Kit $19.00 $5.50
Black Eyed Susie Green Retro Trimmed Cords $44.90 $25.00
Red Thread Designs Vintage Cuff $19.50 $11.90
Cinti Does Vintage Autumn Leaves Baby Kimono $69.95 $32.00
Edward and Lilly Sweet Teddy and Cuddly Cat $37.50 $20.50
Little Brown Mouse Black and White Spot Dress $46.00 $23.00

Ten Sticky Fingers charge $5.50* flat rate delivery (conditions apply) Australia wide.

Today Miki waxes lyrical on one of her favourite store, boyswear specialist boutique Quinn Macool. Just a note for Mums of girls too: Quinn Mac now does girls designs! Read on to find out more.
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A warning: Fathers Day is rapidly approaching - it’s the 7th of September, just in case you’re like me and can never remember.

Luckily this year, thanks to the wonderful Monique at Quinn Macool - www.quinnmacool.com.au - Fathers Day is all sorted. There’s a whole host of great gift ideas at Quinn Macool and they’re all so well priced!

Well priced becomes amazingly well priced for KidStyleFile readers: Monique is giving KidStyleFile readers and extra 10% off storewide! Enter ‘dadrocks’ in the Redeem Code box at checkout to claim this fab offer.

And just when I thought it was as good as it could possibly get, it gets even better! Monique is also offering FREE gift wrapping on all orders and FREE gift cards (normally $5.00)! Offers end Monday, 1 September.

Fathers Day just doesn’t get any easier than this. The hard part now is choosing which of the fantastic products/designs/colours to spoil Dad with!

First of all we have the innovative personalised magazine covers on canvas.

With a choice of six templates, this is a really special gift for Dad, and something that will be completely different from anything he has received before! It’s perfect for pride of place above his desk and is that much more eye-catching than your standard family portrait.

It’s easy too: all you have to do is fill in dates, titles and title descriptions when ordering. The team at Quinn Macool will then send you the information you need to submit your very own photo.

The canvases are available in two sizes, small (25cm x 30cm) for $30.00 $27.00, and medium (30cm x 40cm) for $40.00 $36.00, after 10% KSF discount. See the full range here.

Next on the gift idea list are the father and son t-shirt sets. These are great - humorous, a bit quirky and guaranteed to attract comments and compliments when you’re at the footy together. Famous pairs like ‘Butch Cassidy’ and ‘The Sundance Kid’ are there, along with ‘Coach’ and ‘In Training’ . You can also get ‘In Need Of Training’ for the second kid in the family! - and a big range of others as well. See the full range here.

Me and Mini Me t-shirt set, $44.95 $40.45 (and Mini Mini Me t-shirt, $22.00 $19.80)
Butch Cassidy and Sundance Kid, $44.95 $40.45

Also available are Fathers Day t-shirts for the kids to wear. What a fantastic way for your kids to show how much they love their Dad!

Whether you’re going with the simple but effective ‘Dad Rocks’ or the ‘Happy First Fathers Day Dad’ bodysuit (yes, even the tiny ones can get in on this!) you’re bound to find something which perfectly expresses how fantastic the kids think their Dad is.

Here is the range for babies and this is the range for toddlers and kids.

Dad symbol bodysuit, $26.95 $20.00 $18.00
Mirror image t-shirt, $26.95 $20.00 $18.00
Dad Rocks t-shirt, $26.95 $20.00 $18.00

Now before I sign off for the day, I just want to say that I got a bit side-tracked earlier by the NEW BABY GIRLS CLOTHES on the Quinn Macool website! Previously the exclusive domain of funky boyswear, Q-Mac are now also offering a selection of adorable little tops and bodysuits for baby girls - so that they can be as cool as their big brothers of course. Check them out here.

Into Ballet bodysuit, $26.95 $24.25
On Layby bodysuit, $26.95 $24.25
Red Rose bodysuit, $26.95 $24.25
Butterfly bodysuit, $26.95 $24.25

Quinn Macool charge $6.50 for postage Australia-wide. International orders are welcomed.

Just a reminder to you all to get your groove on and head on over to Giggle’n’Groove - www.gigglengroove.com to take advantage of Lisa’s offer on the fabulous G’n'G collection of superlative hair accessories, and jewellery for little girls, big girls, and little boys too.

Receive 15% off your first order, and attain life-time VIP status - a permanent 15% discount when you spend over $100.00* (usually $200.00). That’s right: 15% off any old time you feel like it - very nice!

This offer is perfect for stashing away for Xmas or upcoming birthday pressies, and ends this Sunday 10 August, so get your skateroos on!

PS I highly recommend the Feral Fairy Jewels. I bought these for my girls (in customised rainbow) and they are the sweetest pieces. I love the way that cats-eye beads have a depth and luminosity to them. They are a lovely ‘feel’ as well, and are finished beautifully. Not to mention that at just $10.00 (only $8.50 with the current 15% discount!) they are an absolute steal!

Clockwise from top left. Don’t forget to take 15% off these prices if this is your first order:

Fit for a Princess Tiara $50.00 How divine is this tiara with it’s sweet crown and dangly charms. So much fun, and a perfect compliment to Oilily or Trelise girl.
G’n’G Ladies Wrap Bracelets prices start at $65.00 I own a G’n’G bracelet, and I can tell you it has the most lovely weight and quality to it. One to wear and wear.
Tiny Plait Korkers $10.00 a pair Too sweet!
OiEuro! Korker Snap clips $7.50 each Pictured as worn by my own children: these have withstood some serious abuse, and they still look new!!
Family Bracelet prices start at $80.00 A lovely way to carry your family with you everywhere you go. A very special wearable keepsake.

Also, check out Giggle’n’Groove’s ‘Boxes of Bling‘: value packs of G’n’G products, sure to bring a smile to your little girl’s face. Prices start at $32.50.

Get to know Lisa, and keep abreast of new designs and products via the Giggle’n’Groove blog - http://gigglengroove.blogspot.com

Lisa’s packaging is also very special: all orders come in a little white box ready for gifting, and include the famous hand-made Giggle’n’Groove lollipops!! A treat all round

Giggle’n’Groove charge $4.20 postage Australia wide, and ship internationally. View all the postage charge info here.

*Spend amount does not include discounts or postage.

You may have seen Giggle’n’Groove - www.gigglengroove.com products already as they are regularly featured in Studio Bambini, but in case you haven’t, well, you are in for a treat!

Lisa at Giggle’n'Groove creates the most superbly fantastical hair accessories, as well as divine jewellery for little girls, big girls, and little boys are catered for too.

The quality of Lisa’s hair accessories and jewellery is second to none. Nothing is mass produced or pre-fabricated here. Each piece is lovingly and skillfully created with intelligence and dedication to perfection.

The bows are constructed using grosgrain, satin or organza ribbon, all ends are professionally heat sealed to prevent fraying, and the finishing is flawless. Giggle’n’Groove’s jewellery - necklaces, bracelets, anklets and earrings - is a combination of top quality Sterling silver and Bali Sterling silver components, Swarovski crystals and pearls, glass and individually handmade polymer clay beads. All pieces are strung on stainless steel wire or sterling silver chain, and are heirloom quality.

For the hair accessories, think a combo of Oilily colour and dynamism, and the crafted chic and ruffle of Trelise Cooper Kids, and Giggle’n’Groove is right there. Choose from a huge collection of korkers, bows, clips and jewelled headbands of every shape and size, in a confection of delicious colours from the wild (just my scene!) to the refined.

Select from Lisa’s extensive range of designs, or request a custom design made especially for you. No two people are the same, and Lisa recognises this in her designs; no two pieces are ever completely alike.

Special Offer for KSF readers: Receive 15% off your first order, and attain life-time VIP status - a permanent 15% discount! That’s right, 15% off any old time you feel like it! Very nice! - when you spend over $100.00 (usually $200.00). Spend amount does not include discounts or postage. Offer ends Sunday 10 August.

This offer is perfect for stashing away for Xmas or upcoming birthday pressies.

Clockwise from top left. Don’t forget to take 15% off these prices if this is your first order:

Fit for a Princess Tiara $50.00 How divine is this tiara with it’s sweet crown and dangly charms. So much fun, and a perfect compliment to Oilily or Trelise girl.
G’n'G Ladies Wrap Bracelets prices start at $65.00 I own a G’n'G bracelet, and I can tell you it has the most lovely weight and quality to it. One to wear and wear.
Tiny Plait Korkers $10.00 a pair Too sweet!
OiEuro! Korker Snap clips $7.50 each Pictured as worn by my own children: these have withstood some serious abuse, and they still look new!!
Family Bracelet prices start at $80.00 A lovely way to carry your family with you everywhere you go. A very special wearable keepsake.

Also, check out Giggle’n'Groove’s ‘Boxes of Bling‘: value packs of G’n'G products, sure to bring a smile to your little girl’s face. Prices start at $32.50.

Get to know Lisa, and keep abreast of new designs and products via the Giggle’n’Groove blog - http://gigglengroove.blogspot.com

Lisa’s packaging is also very special: all orders come in a little white box ready for gifting, and include the famous hand-made Giggle’n’Groove lollipops!! A treat all round

Giggle’n’Groove charge $4.20 postage Australia wide, and ship internationally. View all the postage charge info here.

Spring has sprung! Well ok, not quite, but spring is definitely in the process of springing :)How do I know this? I looked at what’s new in-store at Baobab - www.baobab.com.au.

Gorgeous new gelato stripes! Fresh, beautiful colours that put me in mind of sunshine, the smell of freshly mown grass and walks in the park.

I love being able to shrug off the dark days of winter with colourful spring fashion, and I can’t see why the littlies should be exempt from the same principle.

Baobab are making it easy with their fab new range, and just to seal the deal, they’re giving KidStyleFile readers 20% OFF the new season stripes AND a FREE A5 sized Baobab-branded ziplock pouch, which is perfect for wet swimmers, food-spattered bibs, as a pouch to keep snacks in or anything else your imagination can come up with.

To claim your discount and freebie enter ‘KSFSPRING’ at checkout. This offer ends on the 31st of July, so don’t delay!

As well as the new gelato stripes, Baobab also have a new shipment of your favourite dresses so make sure you check them out. The red swing dress is gorgeous and so is the grey family dress - both of them make me wish I had a little girl to put in them!

Luckily the boys gear is also lovely - my personal faves are the hoodies - there’s plenty of beautiful designs to choose from.

And while you’re at Baobab, make sure you have a look in the well-stocked sale section! Up to 50% off and there’s a huge range in there. It’d be crazy not to add a few little discounted somethings to your shopping basket!

In rows from top left:

Striped toddler hoodie in pink & white, $45.95 $36.76 after 20% discount
Striped toddler hoodie in green & pink, $47.95 $38.00 after 20% discount
Striped toddler hoodie in green & blue, $47.95 $38.00 after 20% discount
Striped kimono hoodie in grey & blue, $45.95 $36.76 after 20% discount
Pink striped dress, $45.95 $36.76 after 20% discount
Pink & green striped dress, $45.95 $36.76 after 20% discount
Swing dress, $41.95
Family dress, $41.95

Baobab ship Australia-wide using Express Post with cost dependent on weight; the average shipping cost per order is $7.50.

Well, we may feel like winter has just gotten started, but all the baby and kids clothing designers had their new season’s collections done and dusted months ago.

Store owners will start taking delivery of Spring/Summer pieces from the end of July onwards, and that means that the warmer weather isn’t actually that far away! How’s that for beating away the winter blues?

Here’s another piece of information to put a sunny smile on your dial: Kim at Itty Bitty Yuppy - Itty Bitty Yuppy - www.ittybittyyuppy.com.au - is having a spectacular clear out sale in readiness for new stock - including hot new brands - landing.

A selection of items from the following brands are on sale between 35%-75% until July 31, or while stocks last:

Abe Jones, Edenstar, Dirty Laundry, eggheads, Eight3One, Enfant Terrible, Finger In The Nose, Fresh Baked, Infancy, Knuckleheads, Mill and Mia, Moppit, Munster, Rock and Rattle, Sooki Baby, Tiny Tribe, Willow and Finn, Wonderboy and Zephire Generation.

Please note that no further discounts apply during the sale period.

In case you’re new to the show, Itty Bitty Yuppy carries the most beautiful vintage-inspired and street savvy clothing from the US, Canada and Australia, and accessories for babies and kids from birth up to 6 years. Boys and girls alike are equally and stunningly catered for at IBY, and the shopping experience is just divine.

Check out the picks below for luxe products now on sale blissfully ridiculously cheap!! I am only getting started below, head on over to Itty Bitty to witness these eye-popping discounts for yourself!

In rows from top left. Prices are quoted after discount is applied. No code is needed, all prices are already marked down on the IBY site for your convenience:

Sooki Baby Contemporary Stripe Sausage Dog Onesie $17.52 after 35% discount
Knuckleheads Tee $13.73 after 50% discount
Moppit Keira Love Short $13.24 after 75% discount
Eight3One T-Rex Tee $21.42 after 35% discount
Knuckleheads Banditos Short $23.63 after 50% discount
Tiny Tribe Tweet Girl Snapsuit Onesie $19.47 after 35% discount
Abe Jones Harmony Keyhole Dress $18.74 after 75% discount
Freshbaked Newborn 5 piece Gift Set $12.49 after 75% discount (also available in pink)
Willow and Finn Denim Pinafore $39.98 after 50% discount
Moppit Stripe Wrap Dress $12.49 after 75% discount
Rock and Rattle Mohawk Hoodzie $32.98 after 50% discount

Also, a few quick mentions to get your pulse racing: Edenstar Assymetric Skirt $19.75 (75% off) Willow & Finn Pin Tuck Bodice Top $7.49 (75% off), Wonderboy Little Creatures Shirt $27.48 (50% off), Moppit Ruby Drape Dress $27.48 (50% off) Edenstar Nomad Jacket $64.50 (50% off) Enfant Terrible Fire Dragon $13.98 (50% off), Dirty Laundry Rock Star $35.72 (35% off), Eight3One Giraffe Onesie $21.42 (35% off), Mill and Mia Skinny Leg Pant $38.97 (35% off), Munster Blackout Hoody $35.72 (35% off), and all Tiny Tribe and Sooki Baby 35% off.

That is some crazy-wonderful goodness going there! Seriously, when I was typing those I prices I kept thinking “that can’t be right!”, but you know what: IT IS!!! Enjoy enjoy

Itty Bitty Yuppy currently stock Chic Papoose, Fleurville Kids, and My Little Seat, the cream of overseas brands, including Baby Bonkie, Claesens, Il Tutto, Little Twig, Sooki Baby, Tiny Tribe, Abe Jones, Baby Bean Vintage, Dirty Laundry, Eight3One, Finger In The Nose, KLT Works, Knuckleheads, Pink Chicken, Rock & Rattle, Tin Tank, Wonderboy, and Zoobie Pets, and the best Australian designer labels including Edenstar, Eggheads, Enfant Terrible, Fresh Baked, Infancy, mill&mia, Moppit, Munster, Parisian Ballets, Willow and Finn and Zephire Generation.

Brands coming soon to Itty Bitty Yuppy are Ses Petites Mains, West Coast Baby, Cuddlefish, Polka, and Ollie and Max. Subscribe to IBY’s mailing list to be kept informed on new stock, sales and special offers.

Itty Bitty Yuppy ship via Express Post for a flat free of $7.50 Australia Wide. Orders over $150.00 are shipped FREE. International orders are warmly welcomed. See the Shipping Info page for full details.

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I wish I could sew.

Following an incident in Year 8 Home Economics which involved a sewing machine needle going right through my thumb (made the teacher faint!) I came to the conclusion that sewing machines and I were not meant to be friends.

But when I see amazing handmade creations in craft shops, or see the adorable little outfits that my creatively-talented friends make for their kids, it’s difficult not to go a vivid shade of green with envy.

Luckily for talent starved individuals like myself, beautiful handmade items are now easily available online.

Etsy - www.etsy.com - and MadeIt - www.madeit.com.au - both have a huge selection of handmade clothing, accessories, toys, stationery, blown glass, artwork, stationery, housewares, you name it!

Both sites are set up so that individual sellers can list and sell their items, meaning that you communicate with and buy directly from the person who handmakes the product you want. You can’t get more personal than that.

The chief difference between the two sites is, of course, that Etsy is based in the US whereas MadeIt is Australian. However, most of the sellers on Etsy are happy to post to Australia, so it’s always worth asking them for a quote.

Here are some of the beautiful items available:

Birds On A Wire onesie, USD$16.00 from seller annacote at Etsy
Penelope and Buster signature cotton bib, USD$8.00 from seller penelopeandbuster at Etsy
Pure wool cable knit beanie, $30.00 from seller Sheep’s Clothing at MadeIt
Cowboy pants, $31.00 at from seller Black Eyed Susie at MadeIt
Boys Birthday Train (available in toddler tee, sleeveless tank or onesie), USD$22.99 from seller lilcubby at Etsy
Soft toy koala, $9.95 from seller ig at MadeIt
Rainbow baby pants, $49.00 from seller Shazza Knits at MadeIt
Light pink rosey hair ties, $9.00 from seller Little Kay’s Closet at MadeIt
Monsterlicious Jeans, from seller joeyandaleethea at Etsy.com. Currently out of stock but coming back soon (which is good: I love these!)
I’m All Ears beanie, $18.00 from seller sketch at MadeIt
Orange, Aubergine and Lemon beanbags, $67.00 each from seller Magnolia Nursery Decor at MadeIt
Heidi Horse, $15.00 from seller Zebra Crossing at MadeIt

Postage charges vary for each seller, so please check each listing for shipping costs.

Ok, so what if you ARE a talented seamstress already, or you want to learn and need some ideas?

Have a look at Living Creatively - www.livingcreatively.com.au. Apparently Kerri-Anne Kennerley’s creative outlet(!!) Living Creatively is a beautiful website entirely devoted to all things creative, including a great online discussion forum, Living Creatively has monthly competitions, there are loads of articles, and inspiration a-plenty. It’s a website that feels very much like you’re leafing through a glossy magazine - stunning!

Now that you have some ideas on what to create, you’re going to need fabric.

THE name in fabric these days is Amy Butler. Amy is an American designer of fabrics and patterns, and her products are just so beautiful. (Psst: have a hunt through her website for free patterns!)

The best place to buy Amy Butler fabrics in Australia is at Duckcloth - ww.duckcloth.com.au. They have a great range, not just of Amy Butler but of loads of other fabrics (many by talented Australian designers) and sewing paraphernalia as well. You’ll find more than enough to keep you going for a very long time! Plus, Duckcloth ship all orders free of charge Australia wide: very inspiring!

Also, check out the Australian-based Find a Fabric blog for news on fine fabrics discounted.