Cleeo & Bea Finds: Fun Valentine's Day Card Ideas
The mamas behind local blog Cleeo & Bea find some of the gosh-darn-cutest items for the kiddos (and some that we might decide to keep for ourselves), and we're so lucky to have them sharing their discoveries with us! Look for exclusive ideas once a month in the magazine and newsletter, and every other week right here on the blog. Since we're fast approaching February (can you believe it?!), we got their take on Valentine's Day cards that'll garner some hardcore crushes:
Labels, Labels and more Labels
Up, Up & Away Mobiles
Bird Trio from Petit Collage
These modern, dye-cut wooden birds are not only pleasing to the eye, but also pleasing to the earth—having been crafted from sustainably harvested bamboo. The nesting family of birds does require a tiny bit of assembly (tying the clear thread to the birds), but seems assuredly screw-up proof and offers the advantage of determining the total size of the mobile (approx. 20 inches) to fit your space. » Read more
When Choosing a Baby Carrier, Comfort is Key
Carry your Baby in Comfort
By Laurel Ackerman, owner
Bella Stella Resale, bellastellaresale.com
By all means, carry your baby. Almost all children love to be held in someone’s arms. When carried correctly in a carrier, babies should feel like they are in arms, not in a contraption!
Keep the following in mind when trying on slings, pouches, and other carriers: » Read more
Great Deals for Kids' Clothes at J. Crew
Had to pass along this great tip from a reader:
Crewcuts By J. Crew (children's line) has awesome duds for the little ones.
Ri ght now, they are having a HUGE sale -
Free shipping + up to 60% off
Enter code HURRY at checkout
Online and in stores.
Generations Shop on Hawthorne + Handprint Tiles Event
Stopped in Generations the other day - the store has made an amazing transformation! Tons and tons of stuff in there; half for tots and half for mamas to be. I am not expecting so did not more than glance at the Maternity wear, but I did spy some styling duds. This one shawl that is designed for nursing but was so pretty I wanted one anyway; Japanese Weekend garms for office workers, bras, etc. » Read more
Jess Says: Euro Jacket by LaLu Baby
You know what outerwear you need for Portland summers – lightweight layers, right? But it’s such a shame for the little girls to cover up their sweet little sundresses! Compromise with your mini-fashionistas by having them don these open-front euro-style jackets. Of the lightest cotton with adorable print linings, these jackets from LaLu Baby let dresses play peek a boo and keep arms cozy on chilly summer days. $35,
www.lalubaby.com
