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Post written by Leah

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Mini Chatterbox – www.minichatterbox.com.au – have a wide and varied range of clothing labels, party invites, toys and gift ideas to select from whether you are buying for your own little one or for a party, baby shower or christening. The team are forever on the hunt for new and exciting labels and goods to add to their expanding range, continuing to provide you with a diverse range of options when shopping for something new.

We first covered Minnetonka Moccasins at Kids Instyle Sydney in February, and we are excited to announce that a selection of this gorgeous, deliciously warm footwear is now available at Mini Chatterbox! This label has grown quite a posse of celebrity followers (including Halle Berry’s daughter Nahla; Nicole Ritchie and Kate Moss), have their roots in traditional Native American handcrafts.

If you have a party around the corner, I suggest you have a look at the divine range of  invitations from HIPP that has been added to virtual shelves at Mini Chatterbox. In particular, the Hipp Invitations Little Owl which have caught my eye. These embellished delights come in packs of 25 which included the invitations, printed envelopes and magnets. For an outfit for the celebration, why not peruse some of our favourite labels such as Mini Treasures and  Bebe for your perfect outfit, or scan the play tab for a wealth of gift ideas.

The lovely Jamie at Mini Chatterbox is taking the bite out of the winter blues with 30% off all full priced items across the store until 30 June 2011.  Enter discount code KSF30 at checkout to redeem. Spend over $150.00 and you’ll also receive FREE shipping, Australia-wide. Sale stock clocks in at up to 60% off so make sure you stop in there, too!!

Discounted prices quoted below are valid with code KSF30 until 30 June 2011 only.

1. Purebaby Knitted Long Sleeve Dress Poppy $54.95 LESS 30% = $38.47
2. Bebe Striped Jumper $54.95 LESS 30% = $38.47
3. Minnetonka Tan Suede Back Flap Infant Bootie $65.95 LESS 10% = $59.36
4. Old Soles Eazy Tread Black $49.95 LESS 20% = $39.96
5. Sookibaby Queen of Hearts Frill Legging $28.95 LESS 30% = $20.27
6. Cocoon Couture Gorgeous Giraffe Blue Beanbag $99.95 LESS 10% = $89.96
7. Walnut Pink Rubber Gumboots $39.95 LESS 30%= $27.97
8. Two Belles Shy Belle Tee $49.95 LESS 30% = $34.97
9. Tommy Rocket Martian Rocket Hoody $69.95 LESS 30% = $48.97
10. Fox and Finch Sienna Faux Fur Vest $68.95 LESS 30% = $48.27

Mini Chatterbox stock a large selection of loved brands and unique items from Aden & Anais, Alex & Charli,  Alex Toys, Alimrose Design, Baobab, b. box, Bebe, Bebe Jnr, Bobble Art, Boon, Carters, Chalk n Cheese, Cocoon Clothing, Cocoon Couture, Cried Wolf, Ellani Petite, Fixoni, Freshbaked Kids, Gymboree UK, HIPP Invitations, Jarmeez, Junior Master Chef, Lil Fraser Wraps, Little Chippi, Love Me Baby, Mill & Mia, Milky, MiniChatterbox, Mini Treasures, Moppit, Old Soles, Olli & Pop, Polarn O. Pyret, Purebaby, Rising Star, Skip Hop,Sooki Baby, Tommy Rocket, Woof, Two Belles, Vulli, Willow and Finn and Walnut.

All orders placed at Mini Chatterbox before 12pm are dispatched within 24 hours. Delivery is via Express Post as standard and starts at $7.95 Australia wide. See delivery information for full rates and information.

Post written by Miki

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Hands up who loves Bebe by Minihaha!  What about Bebe Jr., Woof! and Minihaha?  These ‘sibling brands’ are so popular that I’m going to assume just about all of you have your hands up by now! You’ll be thrilled to know that the same design powerhouse who brings us the aforementioned brands has just launched a new label for kids: Fox & Finch. Sized from 2-7 for boys and girls, this is the ‘older sibling’ brand to Bebe Jr. and will delight parents whose offspring are approaching age two and the end of their Bebe wearing days.

A great place to find Fox & Finch’s new Winter 2011 collection is Mini Chatterbox – www.minichatterbox.com.au – where all of the Minihaha brands are stocked up and ready for your purchasing pleasure.

Also essential for this season if you have a little bubba in your midst are the Grobag baby sleeping bags, perfect for keeping baby or toddler warm as the nights get cooler.  Starting from $59.95 they’re an outstanding investment in a better night’s sleep; let’s face it, none of us like having a baby wake up cold at 3am on a chilly winter’s night!

To celebrate the new AW11 arrivals at Mini Chatterbox, proprietor Jamey is giving all KSF readers 20% off all full priced items until 28 April 2011. Enter discount code KSF11 at checkout to redeem. You’ll also be wanting to swing by the sale section for bargains at up to 60% off, and keep in mind that all orders $150+ or more will receive FREE shipping Australia-wide.

Discounted prices quoted on full-priced stock below are valid with code KSF11 until 28 April 2011 only.

1. Fox and Finch Sienna Frill Hem dress $59.95 less 20% = $47.96; Fox and Finch Sienna Faux Fur Vest $68.95 less 20% = $55.16
2. Bebe Kylie Sateen Pinafore $46.95 less 20% = $37.56
3. Skip Hop Duo Deluxe Nappy Bag $129.95 less 20% = $103.96
4. Grobag sleeping bags, from $79.95 less 20% = $63.96
5. Old Soles Polar Boot Patent – Rouge 54.95 less 20% = $43.96
6. Purebaby Knitted Dress – Oatmeal $54.95 less 20% = $43.96
7. Old Soles Jumping Jogger $49.95 less 20% = $39.96
8. Bebe Nathan Pea Coat $59.95 less 20% = $47.96
9. Sooki Baby Zooper Hero Tee $24.95 less 20% = $19.96
10. Purebaby Chunky Knit Jumper $59.95 less 20%= $47.96
11. Sooki Baby Alice Wanders Footed Legging $28.95 less 20% = $23.16

Mini Chatterbox stock a large selection of loved brands and unique items from Aden & Anais, Alex & Charli,  Alex Toys, Alimrose Design, Baobab, b. box, Bebe, Bebe Jnr, Bobble Art, Boon, Carters, Chalk n Cheese, Cocoon Clothing, Cocoon Couture, Cried Wolf, Ellani Petite, Fixoni, Freshbaked Kids, Gymboree UK, HIPP Invitations, Jarmeez, Junior Master Chef, Lil Fraser Wraps, Little Chippi, Love Me Baby, Mill & Mia, Milky, MiniChatterbox, Mini Treasures, Moppit, Old Soles, Olli & Pop, Polarn O. Pyret, Purebaby, Rising Star, Skip Hop,Sooki Baby, Tommy Rocket, Woof, Two Belles, Vulli, Willow and Finn and Walnut.

All orders placed at Mini Chatterbox before 12pm are dispatched within 24 hours. Delivery is via Express Post as standard and starts at $7.95 Australia wide. See delivery for full rates and information.

Post written by Miki

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With the start of term 1 just around the corner, you’re probably shopping up a storm for everything the bambinos need for heading back to school.  Of course, if it’s your child’s first term at school that just makes it all the more exciting!

Item #1 on every parent’s back-to-school shopping list: a good backpack.  There are a number of features to look for, including hard-wearing fabric, good quality zippers, strong stitching and an appropriate size for your child.  Just as important, though, is finding a design that both you and the young person in question can agree on.  This is vitally important – after all, *you* need to like it because it’s your money that’s paying for it, but *they* need to love it because they’ll be carrying it for a year… and because kids are very good at ‘losing’ bags they don’t like.  Not that I ever did that when I was a kid… Ahem.

Below are some KidStyleFile favourites to get you started.  Call the kids over to the computer to give their all-important opinions and start shopping!

Images, clockwise from top left:

Stephen Joseph Kids Backpacks, $39.95; available from Haggus & Stookles
So Young Mother Insulated Lunch Bag, $34.95; available from Happy Little Hippos
Allerhand Kids Backpacks, $77.00 $69.00; available from MetroMum
Stuck On You Personalised Backpacks, $49.95; available from Stuck On You online store
Mooo Personalised Backpacks – Medium, $49.95; available from Mooo online store
SkipHop Zoo Pack, $34.95; available from Little Styles
Bobble Art Large Canvas Backpack, $37.95 $32.26; available from Mini Chatterbox

Please check individual sites for postage details and be sure to survey the KidStyleFile All Current Deals page to make sure you’re getting the best possible deal.

Post written by Leah

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The unique differences between my children becomes quite apparent when they begin and attempt to sustain a conversation. Both have become quite the little chatterboxes, but where Miss N likes to talk about her latest diary date, what she’ll wear and what she’ll do; Master R is full of “why’s”. “Why are cucumbers colder inside than outside?” “Why don’t we wear checks with stripes together?” and “Why can’t I be 5?” were all asked in the last 30 minutes….with many, many, more to come before bedtime I am sure.

Mini Chatterbox – www.minichatterbox.com.au – is the perfect place to kit out my talkative duo. The range has expanded as the store has grown, and there is an abundance of current season and back to preschool/kindy/school goodies just perfect to start the new term with. My hot pick is the Skip Hop range of bags and lunchboxes perfect for the toddlers and preschoolers. Master R just loves his Monkey lunchie and I’m convinced that your little one will adore one too – especially on sale at 15% off!

The Mini Chatterbox summer sale has just started with up to 60% across all labels including all current season summer ranges and back to school/kindy gear. Prices are as marked, and are applicable while stocks last until 16 February 2011. Spend over $150.00 and receive FREE postage anywhere in Australia. Go to it!

Discounted prices below are as marked and are valid while stocks last until 16 February 2011 only.

1. Willow & Finn Dress Peacock Rasberry $129 ON SALE NOW $90.30
2. Sooki Baby One Day In Paris Beret Tee $29.95 ON SALE NOW $20.97
3. Skip Hop Back Packs $39.95 ON SALE NOW $33.96
4. Freshbaked boys denim Short $49.95 ON SALE NOW $34.96
5. Bobble art Fairy Back Pack $29.95 ON SALE NOW $25.46
6. Cocoon Clothing Ruffle Vest $34.95 ON SALE NOW $24.47
7. Tommy Rocket Running Scared Tee $39.95 ON SALE NOW $27.97
8. Bebe Gracie Multi Tier dress $39.95 ON SALE NOW $27.95
9. Purebaby White Woven Dress $49.95 ON SALE NOW $34.95
10. Tommy Rocket DJ Shorts $64.95 ON SALE NOW $38.90
11. Cried Wolf Anchor Boardies $54.95 ON SALE NOW $38.47
12. Two Belles Boho Dress $69.95 ON SALE NOW $41.97
13. Walnut shoes Tennis Grey Jersey ON SALE NOW $27.95

Mini Chatterbox stock a large selection of loved brands and unique items from Aden & Anais, Alex & Charli,  Alex Toys, Alimrose Design, Baobab, b. box, Bebe, Bebe Jnr, Bobble Art, Boon, Carters, Chalk n Cheese, Cocoon Clothing, Cocoon Couture, Cried Wolf, Ellani Petite, Fixoni, Freshbaked Kids, Gymboree UK, HIPP Invitations, Jarmeez, Junior Master Chef, Lil Fraser Wraps, Little Chippi, Love Me Baby, Mill & Mia, Milky, MiniChatterbox, Mini Treasures, Moppit, Old Soles, Olli & Pop, Polarn O. Pyret, Purebaby, Rising Star, Skip Hop,Sooki Baby, Tommy Rocket, Woof, Two Belles, Vulli, Willow and Finn and Walnut.

All orders placed at Mini Chatterbox before 12pm are dispatched within 24 hours. Delivery is via Express Post as standard and starts at $7.95 Australia wide. See Delivery for full rates and information.

Post written by Leah

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My little Miss N never stops talking from the moment she wakes up, until the moment she drifts off to sleep. She is extremely inquisitive and is forever asking questions, listing her favourite people (this one is become quite a lengthy list) or just walking around touching things and naming them. At the moment, her favourite topic of conversation is a toss up between Santa Claus and the gifts he is apparently leaving her – “a bunny” (hmm…hope she means the toy version), ” a dress” (easy peasy), and “cooking” (yes, we watched a little Masterchef in our house this year).

With such a little chatterbox in my house, it’s surely fate that today I visit Mini Chatterbox – www.minichatterbox.com.au – who will have no trouble filling Miss N’s Christmas wishlist this year. The abundance of stylish threads, accessories, playthings and kids items across the store will also ensure that I have an opportunity to pick up a few last minute gifts for the extended family while I am at it too.

As avid Masterchef fans, I’m ashamed to admit that we missed the live stage show in Sydney this week. However, thanks to Mini Chatterbox, we can recreate many of the menu items with a selection of Junior Masterchef kits. My Master R is a star when it comes to dressing a pizza base, so I think a Pizza Chef kit should find itself wrapped and under our tree this year – you need to embrace their talents, right?  Perhaps I should also snap up the Junior Masterchef Apron set as well so he can dress the part. With 10% 0ff all Junior Masterchef items (prices as marked) it’s hard to say no!

Back to Miss N’s wishlist.  I have so many choices at Mini Chatterbox to fill her dress request. Do I choose the ever whimsical Mini Treasures Maddison Swing Dress in stone, or the Cocoon Pink Stripe Swing Dress? Perhaps the Baobab Mint Stag Print Ruffle Dress? Oh geez, with so many choices I am going to find it hard settling on one!  Luckily, the bunny selections are not as difficult – we’re snapping up the Bebe Mario Rabbit (shhh… don’t tell!).

Jamey at Mini Chatterbox knows just how difficult it can be to stick within budget at Christmas time, so to help you stretch your dollar that much needed bit further, she is slashing 30% off all full priced items across Mini Chatterbox for the next 5 days. Enter discount code KSF30 at checkout before midnight 18 December 2010 to redeem. Be sure to skip over to the sale section for bargains up to 70% off while you’re there, too. If your cart tips over the $150.00 mark you will also qualify for FREE postage so shop and save!

Discounted prices quoted below are valid with code KSF30 while stocks last until midnight 18 December 2010 only.

1. Purebaby red check shirt $34.95 LESS 30%= $24.47
2. Purebaby Boys Denim Shorts $34.95 LESS 30%= $24.47
3. Purebaby Girls red woven shorts $34.95 LESS 30% =$24.47
4. Cocoon Couture Ottomon $49.95 LESS 10%  $44.95
5. Sooki Baby  One Day In Paris Swing Top $26.95 LESS 30%=  $18.87
6. Old Soles Red Petal Ballet Flat $49.95 LESS 30%= $34.97
7. Cried Wolf Meow Boardies $54.95 LESS 30%= $38.47
8. Sooki baby One Day In Paris Skort $29.95 LESS 30%= $20.97
9. Boon Drying Rack $42.95 LESS 30%= $30.06
10. Bobbleart Canvas Backpack $37.95 LESS 30%= $26.57
11. Junior Master Chef Pizza Kit $34.95 LESS 10%= $31.95
12. Bebe Tiered Ruffle Lulu Dress $59.95 LESS 30%= $41.97
13. Alex & Charlie Red Tutu $49.95 LESS 30% = $34.97

In store at Mini Chatterbox you will find a gorgeous range of gear catering from newborn right up to age 7 from brands: Aden & Anais, Alimrose Design, b. box, Bebe, Bebe Jnr, Carters, Chalk n Cheese, Cocoon, Cocoon Couture, Ellani Petite, Fixoni, Gymboree UK, Jarmeez, Junior Master Chef, Mill & Mia, MiniChatterbox, Moppit, Old Soles, Olli & Pop, Polarn O. Pyret, Purebaby, Rising Star, Sooki Baby, Tommy Rocket, Woof, Two Belles and Walnut.

At Mini Chatterbox orders placed before 12pm are generally dispatched within 24 hours. Delivery is via Express Post and starts at $7.95 Australia wide. See Delivery for full rates and information.

Post written by Angela

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To help me find the perfect picks this Christmas I have asked some of our favourite online stores what their hot picks for kids this Christmas are. I am delighted to share part 5 with you today. Stay tuned for more instalments happening every week until Xmas. Stay tuned for more instalments happening every week until Xmas.

Read all Christmas 2010 coverage to date here. View our 2009 coverage here.

		“Made from soft organic cotton this dress is just gorgeous on and is perfect for our fluctuating summer weather – can be worn on the hottest days, but also offers enough cover to be comfortable on cooler days. I love this dress.” - Belinda at Baobab.com.au Shirred Swallow Organic Cotton Dress, $54.95
“This portable blackboard is perfect to bring everywhere over the holiday season. It will keep the little ones happily busy for hours on end while they design and invent games.” – Aliscia and Larissa at DesignChild.com.au Seedling Blackboard Chalk Mat, $23.95
		“A dash of Christmas colourings mixed with some seriously cool style is the very funky boys ‘Elgin Striped Tee’ by Polka Kids – a must have summer essential for the hip little mister!” - Jenny at HopscotchBoutique.com.au Polka Kids Elgin Tee, size 2-8 yrs $45.95
“Junior Master Chef. The perfect gift this Christmas. A great way top keep kids entertained and get them into healthy eating habits Each pack contains cooking utensils and recepies.” - Jamey at MiniChatterbox.com.au Junior Masterchef Kits, from $17.95
		“Softies “Summertime” t-bar sandal shoe is the cutest dress shoe for Christmas. Perfect for any little girl, in a scarlet red super soft leather with a pale pink flower on the side. The sole is made from non-slip suede and the elasticised ankle trim gives great support.” - Janni at SoftiesBabyShoes.com Softies Baby Shoes – Summertime Shoe, $19.95

Please check individual sites for postage details and be sure to survey the KidStyleFile All Current Deals page to make sure you’re getting the best possible deal.