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There is something so lovely and tactile about good quality toys made of timber and cloth.

The weight and finish of wood is so satisfying to hold, and the cosy-ness of a little friend made of cloth is such a comfort and a joy, no matter what your age.

Both these experiences offer such a richness that plastic finds hard to replicate.

In looking around for some affordable Christmas gifts and stocking fillers for you, I came across a nice little selection at Pastel Pink – www.pastelpink.com.au.

To make things even sweeter Pastel Pink currently have 20% off sale on all toys, and selected accessories including Cocoon Couture Kinder Bags, Kiddy Sac Swim Bags and Wall Pockets, Little Chipipi magnets and wall stickers, and Forwalls wall stickers.

KidStyleFile readers can take an extra 5% off with the code ‘KSF-Toys’ until 30 November.

Christmas Gift Wrapping is FREE, and trust me, you do not want to miss Pastel Pink’s wrapping! To claim, just mention that you’d like it in the comments box.

In the softies department the Gertie and Me Ekidna calls out to me (and Princess Mary too, I believe!) with it’s affable demeanor, and grabbable snout.

Another celebrity fave (hello, Sarah Jessica Parker!) is the Flat OUT bears. A clever Australian innovation involving sheepskin laid flat and bearified, it comes in two sizes: big bear, and baby bear, both equally lovable.

Alimrose handsqueakers are one of my all time favourite toys for little babies. The sound that these produce induce instant giggles, and can be invoked by the smallest hands. The new knitted toys from Alimrose in bunny and elephant designs are just gorgeous, and very giftably priced. They are sure to be much loved by every tot that receives them this Christmas.

Prices quoted are after the 25% discount has been deducted. Prices revert to normal on 1 Dec.

Gertie & Me Echidna $23.95 $17.96
Alimrose Knitted Bunny $9.95 $7.46
Alimrose Monkey Handsqueakers $15.95 $11.96 each
Alimrose Knitted Elephant $9.95 $7.46
Flat OUT Bears Big Bear $49.50 $37.12, Baby Bear $36.00 $27.00

Pastel Pink carries a lovely range of non-toxic, and baby safe wooden toys from Eleganter and Hess-Speilzeug. The Ralf Caterpillar is such a cute character, and just made for tiny hands. We have a selection of Eleganter toys in our house (the {Pinocchio maracas and bowling set below, as well as the crackers (superb noisy fun!), castanets and shakers), and they come highly recommended. They have endured a lot of love already, and have responded with gusto: not one has broken!

Prices quoted are after the 25% discount has been deducted. Prices revert to normal on 1 Dec.

Hess-Spielzeug Knight Rattle $12.95 $9.71
Hess-Spielzeug Caterpillar Ralf $19.95 $14.96
Eleganter Ladybird Pull-Along, $13.95 $10.46
Eleganter Bowling Set $12.95 $9.71
Eleganter Pinocchio Maracas $10.50 $7.87

Ange at 5 Little Monkeys – www.5littlemonkeys.com.au – has done it again: she has put together a stunning and – most affordable – selection of clothing and accessories for babies and kids from birth right up to 16 years of age.

Choose from current season’s Ouch, Run Scotty Run, Baobab, and Walnut Melbourne shoes, scoop accessories from Tiger Tribe, Cocoon Couture, Gertie and Me, Ikaboo,  Bobble Art & Rush, BabyLegs, Keptin Jr, and Hess Speilzeug; great Xmas pressies and stocking fillers abound.

For out of the box bargains, check out past season’s stock on the clothing brands above, as well as Oobi, Nurtured by Nature,  Honky Tonk, Reds, Boxdale, and Wilkie, heavily discounted – browse the Clearance and Specials sections to take your pick from over 500 items on sale.

To celebrate the coming summer months, KidStyleFile readers can take 15% off everything in store – sale items included – at 5 Little Monkeys until November 10.

Ange at 5LM is getting in the Xmas mood already, and will send you a little pressie with your order too. Thanks, Ange, or should I say ‘Santa’

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

From top left in rows:

NOTE – These prices are after the KSF reader additional 15% off discount has been applied. Valid until November 10 only.

Ouch Khaki Summer Cap $19.95 less 15% discount = $16.95
Tommy Rocket Blue Check Shirt $52.95 less 15% discount = $45.00
Run Scotty Run Blue Infant Jumpsuit $24.95 less 15% discount = $21.20
Ouch Check Short in Mocha (sizes 3-7) $35.00 less 15% discount = $29.75
Ouch newborn Hooded Terry Toweling Romper (sizes 000-0) $24.90 less 15% discount = $21.16
Tiger Tribe Library/Swimming Bag $15.00 less 15% discount = $12.75
Flirty Bird Girly Snap Clip Trio $11.95 less 15% discount = $10.15
Tiger Tribe Transport Magnet Set $9.95 less 15% discount = $8.45
Mon Tresor Bebe Bow $7.90 less 15% discount = $6.71
Ouch Thongs $9.95 less 15% discount = $8.45
Oobi Timorous Beasties $29.95 less 15% discount = $25.45
Ouch Pleated Detail dresses (sizes 0-7) $40.00 less 15% discount = $34.00
Gertie and Me Dolly and Moses Basket $49.95 less 15% discount = $42.45
Run Scotty Run Bow Tee in Guava (sizes 0-2) $29.95 less 15% discount = $25.45
Tiger Tribe Library/Swimming Bag $15.00 less 15% discount = $12.75
Run Scotty Run Bubble Shorts (sizes 0-2) $32.95 less 15% discount = $28.00
Walnut Melbourne Espadrille (sizes 24-34) $30.00 less 15% discount = $25.50

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

Today, Miki brings us some super news from Pastel Pink: they’re having a toy sale! Oh joy – I am in heaven!! Snap it up before it’s all gone, and if you want free shipping as well check or sign-up to the KSF Weekly newsletter, out every Tuesday morning: we’ll pop the code in there for you

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When Cheryl and Cait at Pastel Pink – www.pastelpink.com.au – decide to have a sale, boy do they do it properly!

On right now is the massive Pastel Pink toy sale with 20% off every toy in store!  I’m talking about FlatOUT Bears, the divine Gertie & Me soft toys (favoured by Princess Mary for little Prince Christian and Princess Isabella), Hess-Spielzeug, Alimrose and Eleganter among other top brands. Sweet!

And because Cheryl doesn’t do sales by halves, she’s also including Cocoon Couture Kinder Bags which are just SO adorable, and Kiddy Sac Swim Bags and Wall Pockets likewise.

Oh but just you wait because we’re not done yet!  Cheryl is also including selected room decor, such as Little Chipipi magnets (heaven!) and wall stickers, and the divine Forwalls wall stickers too!

All of that at 20% off – WOW!

No code is needed to get the discount so it’s easy-as to head into Pastel Pink and shop til you drop.  The sale finishes on the 11th of October, so make sure you don’t miss out as these are surely the best prices you’ll see on top-quality toys this side of Christmas!

But there are even more reasons to shop at Pastel Pink at the moment:

1. Use the Shop 4 Kids discount code to get FREE SHIPPING at Pastel Pink. If you can’t get a hold of a copy of the mag, sign-up to the KSF Weekly newsletter, out every Tuesday morning: we’ll pop the code in there for you.
2. Sign up to the Pastel Pink mailing list and receive a FREE $10 voucher to use on your next order! Existing members or subscribers: refer a friend to the site and you’ll both receive $10.00 voucher.
3. Lastly, make a purchase and then fill out the Pastel Pink 2 minute survey, and receive a FREE copy of the current My Child magazine with your order.

Ok then! Since you’ve saved so much on toys and shipping you can afford to add a few little extra somethings to your cart before you check out.

What about something for you *you* instead of the kids for a change?  Pastel Pink has a great range of goodies for mums including my current faves, the Louenhide Baby Barrel bags.  Also, I would be remiss if I didn’t point you in the direction of the great range of funky, modern and well-priced jewellery for hot mamas.

Pastel Pink stocks a great range of products from Alimrose Designs, Alluring Linens, Bebe by Minihaha, Cold Coffee, David Fussenegger, Elk Accessories, Spiegelburg, Loudenhide, Gingerlilly, Emotion & Kids, FlatOUT Bears, Gaia Organic Cotton, Gertie and Me, Hess-Spielzeug, Huggalugs, Keptin-Jr., kikki.K, Little Chipipi, McMillan, Mitsy Accessories, Nesti Dante, Oobi Bab, Skeanie, and Wee Gallery.

Clockwise from top left. Prices quoted are after the 20% toy sale discount has been deducted. Prices revert on Oct 12.

Gertie & Me Bunny, $24.95  $19.96
Eleganter Ball Shakers, $3.00 $2.40 ea.
Hess-Spielzeug Jumping Jack Lucie, $29.95  $23.96
Hess-Spielzeug Caterpillar Ralf, $19.95 $15.96
Eleganter Ladybird Pull-Along, $13.95  $11.16
Alimrose Latte Flat Bear, $29.95  $23.96
Little Chipipi Red Robin Wall Stickers, $84.95  $67.96
Paul Pram Clip-On, $14.50  $11.60
Gertie & Me Echidna, $23.95  $19.16 (apparently Princess Mary has one of these little cuties for Prince Christian)
Alimrose Bunny Handsqueaker Aqua, $15.95  $12.76
Cocoon Couture Kinder Bag – Cheeky Squirrel Blue, $29.95  $23.96

View the Pastel Pink delivery information page for full details on shipping. Free shipping  for orders over $150.00, or on all orders if you have the Shop 4 Kids discount code.

Update 8:30pm 2 September: Cheryl at Pastel Pink has extended this fab offer until midnight September 7. More time to shop – hurray!

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Today Miki brings you some terrific finds from the marvelous Pastel Pink. They’re not just for girls either, despite the name, so dive on in for joy

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Shopping at Pastel Pink – www.pastelpink.com.au – any day of the week is always a good thing (seriously; have you seen their wrapping yet??! Lush!), but right now is extra specially special. Let me count the ways:

1. There are discounts of up to 60% off across a big range of products in-store right now. I’m talking about Gaia Organic Cotton, Mitsy accessories, Kikki.K stationery, David Fussenegger, Bebe, Baobab, Elk and many, many more!

2. Cheryl at Pastel Pink is offering KidStyleFile readers an additional 25% off storewide*!! This offer is good for the next seven days only until midnight September 7 only, so get in quickly! Enter KSF-7SALE at checkout to claim this fantastic discount.

3. Orders of over $150 get FREE SHIPPING!

4. If you’re after Huggalugs, Cheryl is giving you the choice of whether to use the 25% discount or to take advantage of the Huggalugs special offer: buy two, get the third pair FREE!

5. And if you make a purchase and fill out a brief survey, Cheryl will send you a FREE copy of the latest My Child magazine! Follow the link to the survey on Pastel Pink’s homepage, it’s easy.

All of that is guaranteed to have you champing at the bit. Here are some of my fave finds to inspire you further.

I love the Alimrose bibs and squeakers – they’re absolutely perfect as gifts for a new baby or for a baby shower with their sweet designs and lovely fabrics.

There are some brilliant discounts across the range of Gaia Organic Cotton. Mums of boys, check out the Gaia print range – cute, and at these prices, incredible value!!

The Hess-Spielzeug money boxes are a prime choice to snap up now at cheap-as-chips prices and put away for Christmas. Adorable, beautifully made and a neat idea for encouraging kids to save their coins for something special.

Little Chipipi have added to their range of wall stickers with some fantastic new designs! They also come in brand new Little Chipipi gift boxes. See the range here.

Have a look at the already-heavily-discounted range of Mitsy handbags and the Elk necklaces. Something to suit everyone’s taste here, especially at these prices!

New at Pastel Pink are the Aden + Anais wraps and lightweight blankets (I can recommend the wraps, at 120×120 they’re big enough to wrap even the wriggliest baby!), the ever-popular Cocoon Couture and Kiddysac – and don’t forget that you can take 25% off all of this for the next seven days!

Gaia Gprint hoodie, $29.95 $17.97 $13.47
Gaia Gprint pant, $29.95 $17.97 $13.47
Elk brushed silver pendant, $51.95 $41.97 $31.47
Little Chipipi Red Robin wall stickers, $84.95 $63.71
Hess-Spielzeug money boxes, $22.95 $17.21
Alimrose bunny handsqueaker (red), $15.95 $11.96
Aden + Anais neutral muslin wraps, $54.95 $41.21
Flat Out Bears, $49.50 $37.12
Gingerlilly Nancy Pyjamas, $79.95 $59.96 Perfect for breastfeeding mums, practical AND pretty.
Mitsy White Handbag, $99.95 $39.98 $29.98 This is extraordinary value!!
David Fussenegger damask blanket (black & white only), $189.50 $151.60 $113.70 I love these!

Pastel Pink stock a great range of products from Aden + Anais, Alimrose Designs, Alluring Linens, Bebe by Minihaha, Cocoon Couture, Coffee, David Fussenegger, Elk Accessories, Spiegelburg, Emotion & Kids, FlatOUT Bears, Gaia Organic Cotton, Gertie and Me, Hess-Spielzeug, Huggalugs, Keptin-Jr., kikki.K, Kiddysac, Little Chipipi, McMillan, Mitsy Accessories, Nesti Dante, Oobi Baby (OobiWatchers rejoice!), Skeanies, and Wee Gallery.

Please see here for Pastel Pink’s shipping details, and don’t forget that all orders over $150 ship for free!

*25% off storewide offer is not to be used in conjunction with any other offers, and expires on the 2nd 7th of September at midnight.

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

Here’s the lowdown:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

How good is all that??!!!!

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

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

Clockwise from top left:

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

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

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