Small Skivvies: style from the bottom up!

I've never even thought about buying hand made skivvies until I saw these! Mandy at Small Threads puts an unbelievable amount of love and care in to each and every product she creates. These skivvies are truly made with love, and it shows!



Adorned with fun and unique designs (not the boring designs found in the big box stores), your little boy will look adorable in these little undies :)



Mandy has many other products in her store as well, be sure to check it out: Small Threads

Wooly Baby - Upcycled Wool Baby Slippers

Again, I am cold, these look SO cozy, I had to share ;)

Wooly Baby has managed to combine earth friendly, function and style all into one little slipper! Actually, not just one, she has many baby slippers to choose from (starting at $22).



Besides the cute design, the coolest thing about these is that they are upcycled (made from recycled wool sweaters). I LOVE this idea...I've had it in my head to try to make a decorative pillow this way...but that is beside the point...

Please visit Wooly Baby to see more!

knittles, Bringing You Caps For Kids

Maybe it is because I am SO cold right now, and it is barely over freezing outside. But I am finding so many cute winter items. Once I saw the pictures of the caps from knittles, I knew they were what I wanted to share with you today.

knittles has an amazing selection of stylish, and more importantly, functional, caps for little boys and girls. Prices start at only $18. They even have great, GREAT items for mom!

Plus, it looks like you can still get your order in before Christmas, but HURRY, not much time is left!



And if this picture (below) doesn't bring a smile to your face, I do not know WHAT will! SO CUTE!

Barr-etzz® Booties!

I think I could fill a whole blog full of baby shoe and bootie finds! I resist posting so many that I find. But, today I could not resist!

I found these adorable baby shoes ($19.50):



And these adorable baby booties ($25):



I found them at an OH-so-cute Etsy shop, Barr-etzz®. This shop has shoes, boots and more. With a variety of styles, fabrics and designs, you are sure to find something for your little person!

RuffleButts For Your Little Lady

Now, that is just fun to say :)

So, tell me you had some of these when you were a little girl! I did, and between you and me, I insisted the ruffles were to be worn on the front. How could I enjoy those ruffles if they were behind me where I could not see them?!



Amber, owner & founder of RuffleButts and new mom herself (congrats on the new baby!) has designed the most adorable ruffley clothing pieces! From the standard bloomers, to pants, to whole outfits...all SO cute! With prices starting at $17, these are a steal! Go check it out: www.rufflebutts.com

Holiday Gift Tags: Personlalized!

Admit it...sometimes the wrapping is just as important as the gift! I am a lover of paper and accessories for wrapping. If my budget would allow, I would spend a LOT of money on this portion of the gifts I give!

I found this adorable shop, Littlebeane Boutique, that sells fun and PERSONALIZED hang tags and gift stickers!

Her products are adorable and prices start at only $5.95...so hurry, go check out Littlebeane Boutique before you start your Christmas wrapping!

Budget Pleasing Christmas Gifts!

Give something unique this Christmas! These gifts are great for the young ones on your list. Nieces, nephews, neighbors, friends' kids, and of course...your OWN kids!

Here are my 10 Budget Pleasing Christmas Gifts, for $25 (or less).

1. FINGER PUPPETS Autumn Set. $25 from blablakids.com




2. Children's Sterling and Leather Custom Bracelet - Lighter Style. Personalize name and color. $20 by Birth Designs.




3. Custom TuTu. Personalize color. $18 from Trinity's Tutus.



4. Children's Apron. $20 from Sugar Chic Baby.




5. Little Artist Crayon Roll. $16 from Bloom Woosie.




6. Monogrammed Onesie or Tee. Choice of initial and fabric. $20 at olive & ollie.



7. "First Vehicles" Wooden Set. $22.99 at Corner Stork Baby Gifts.

8. Mixter, set of 3 socks. $8/set at LittleMissMatched—Nothing matches, but anything goes!



9. Storybook Bird Banners II. Starting at $17, found at Craftsbury Kids.




AND, Last but NOT least...

10. Hand Made Play Dough. Starting at only $3.75/4 oz. tin, found at DoSiDough.

Organize! Toy Bags!

Sort, organize, be happy! I don't know about you, but for me: organization = happy. There is something so RIGHT about being in an organized space. I often don't realize that is the case until I hem-n-haw for months about the mess. Then...finally...I organize and am happy at last. Anyway, enough rambling about that...I have found the solution!



Here are some GREAT toy bags that help keep those little pieces together. For between $14-$16 you can organize and be happy :)

You can find these in the Elsie Marley Etsy shop.

Vinyl Wallet...made of....paper?!

These are likely the most unique item I have found yet! These adorable wallets are made with paper that has been covered in a very heavy, clear vinyl and sewn together. WHAT?! How inventive and down right adorable!



I have no idea how she makes these, and I'm guessing she wants to keep it her own little secret!



Dear Sukie has a shop full of designs as functional and cute as this one (which can be purchased for only $18)! Check her out: www.DearSukie.etsy.com

Cloth Play Blocks

I love plush toys! As a mom of two (rather rowdy) boys...or any mom of an 18 month old really...I have a special appreciation for soft toys. They don't hurt other kids when thrown, they don't make a terrible crashing sounds when banged on the window, they are just plain nice.



Heather at The Polka Dot Tot Spot has brought together style and function when it comes to plush toys. She makes these 3"x3" stuffed blocks in the cutest modern fabrics. And she offers so many choices too! You can buy a set (of 3 for $16) to match baby's nursery or get a fun style to toss around the family room.

Head on over to her shop and check out these blocks and her other adorable items:
www.thepolkadottotspot.etsy.com

Sushi themed wrap shirt for stylish baby

This is a unique shirt in so many ways. Not only is the style unlike anything you would find in the 'big box' stores, it is actually HAND painted. Your shirt will be like none other! And, there is something about the style of the wrap tee that I just love.

Another perfect piece to keep for your own hip baby or to give as a gift to the child who has 'everything'!

Visit Winklepots' online shop and see all the amazing designs the owner and creater Holly has to offer.

Ties for the little guys!

Have you ever seen such a cute little tie?


Are you looking for a way to dress up your little guy this holiday season? I have found just how to do it (and for only $8)! These ties have the classic look you are going for, with a hip twist. Your little man will be SO stylin' this holiday season!

I found these in a funky little shop called Leila & Ben. This shop is run by two mommies who design and create these adorable little ties. They also have a delightful selection of dresses for your little girls. Check them out: www.babyleila.etsy.com

Turtle Park Tots-Handcrafted for Mom & Tot

I have recently had the pleasure of working with Jenn from Turtle Park Tots. She makes hip, funking and modern blankets, bibs, burp clothes, changing pads and even more! She even has a great organic (and very cute!) line of bibs, burp clothes and changing pads.

Turtle Park Tots' products are perfect for your own child and also SO great to give as a gift.

You can view all of the Turtle Park Tots items at www.TurtleParkTots.etsy.com

The Sweater Ball for baby

Maybe it is the winter weather, maybe it is the pending holiday season, maybe these are just plain cute! Whatever it may be, I am drawn to these adorable sweater ball toys for babies and kids.

What little child doesn't find fun in a ball? Not only are these balls fun, they are beautiful to look at! Made from a rainbow of recycled sweaters, handmade pretties creates these sweater balls ($20) and SO many other amazing products...by hand!