Pretty Little Things

July 8th, 2011 by lisam

Have a special event coming up? Or does your little princess like to dress up, just because? Then you are in for a treat with the beautiful array of girls special occasion wear we have in store.

Brand new to Kol Kid are these gorgeous headbands and fascinators made with exquisite silks, lace, feathers and vintage rhinestone buttons. These lovely creations are sure to dress up any outfit, and are so pretty you’ll want to wear them  yourself!

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Dagmar Daley brings us the ultimate in sweet with these gorgeous silk and tulle dresses. Perfect for a flower girl, for a tiny ballerina, a birthday girl, or for that impromptu make believe tea party!

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For even more fluff and ruffles, you can’t go past a Kaiya Eve Pettiskirt. Layers and layers of beautiful flouncy tulle create the perfect skirt for twirling. We also have matching ruffle tops to complete the look.

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For that extra bit of glitz, why not try a beautifully made necklace from Lamantine of Paris. These bright baubles are made with a variety of sweet charms, carefully chosen to make the wee wearer beam with pride.

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….and last, but certainly not least, let’s see somethings for the Mamas! Why should the kids have all the fun? Margaret Solow makes delicate necklaces from semi-precious stones, both smooth and faceted, which add a little glamor to any outfit. She also makes the Wabi-Sabi necklace by dropping liquid silver into sand and stringing the tiny imperfect shapes on red cord for a striking look.  Add one of these gorgeous necklaces to your jewellery box and you will have a piece that you can wear everyday for a simple touch of elegance.

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Top 5 Baby Gifts

June 9th, 2011 by lisam

Here at Kol Kid, people are always asking us “What’s the best thing to buy for a new baby?” While we have hundreds of items in store, we do have a few favorites for new arrivals!

1) For comfort and versatility, you simply can’t surpass the Aden + Anais’s super soft muslin baby swaddles.

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These handy swaddling wraps can be used as burp cloths, nursing covers, stroller and car seat liners, tummy time blankets, change table covers – and of course, to swaddle a wriggly wee one! The best part? the more you wash them, the softer they get!

 

2) Help fashionable babies put their best feet forward with these adorable socks by Trumpette.

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With lots of styles for boys and girls, these little socks will keep tiny toes warm AND stylish!

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3) Snuggly, sweet and oh so tactile, Flat out bear is the perfect cot companion for baby.

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Handmade from 100% Australian sheepskin, baby-safe FlatOut bear comes in a range of colors and is the perfect comforting companion.

 

4) Colorful, creative, cheeky and modern, Parade Onesies feature fun nicknames to delight new parents. Monkey, Peanut, Sweet Pea, Bean – there is one to suit every budding new personality.

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Made in Canada from organically grown cotton, these onesies are luxuriously soft and sweet on baby skin.

 

5) A modern alternative to the traditional bib, bb bandanas give your teething drooler a taste of cool.  With a handy clip-on for a pacifier, and a variety of funky designs, the bb bandana is a sure fire way to up the cute factor in your baby’s wardrobe.

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Made in Quebec from 100% organic cotton, the bb bandana is baby’s latest fashion essential.

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Summer Cool

June 6th, 2011 by lisam

Here are a few quick and easy ways to keep your cool and have some fun during the Summer months :

Get ready for some watery fun when you attach this whimsical sprinkler to your garden hose.  Available in two styles – adorable Grub Scouts  or pretty Blossom Brights – these sprinklers make it easy to keep cool in the Summer heat!

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What better way to battle heat-wave blues than with a Popsicle? The Zoku Quick Pop Maker lets you make Popsicles in as little as 7 short minutes, on your countertop, and with no electricity! Simply store the compact base in your freezer, and pull it out to make Popsicles on command. Striped pops, yoghurt pops, core-filled pops – the possibilities are endless!

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Keep the sun out of your little ones’ eyes with these adorable handmade bonnets by Urban Baby. Flip the brim up for sweet baby style, or keep it down for extra sun shade. There are so many beautiful prints to choose from – and they are all reversible so you get two looks in one!

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Looking for a fun outdoor activity to keep the older kids (and adults!) occupied? Why not try the Mini Ogodisk hand trampoline – a  Versatile toy that can be used as for throwing and catching (make your own versions of volleyball, baseball and tennis!), or as a frisbee. For extra summer fun, why not try it out with water balloons??! Great for playing alone, in pairs or with a bunch of friends.

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The ultimate Summer picnic essential? The Skip Hop Central Park Outdoor Blanket and Cooler Bag! Just the thing for the beach, park or playtime at home, the easily portable Central Park, with shoulder strap, unfolds into a 5′ x 5′ water-resistant blanket which features a cooler bag to store chilled drinks and snacks. Perfect!

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