TURN UP THE HEAT

Words Kelly Hennessy - My Style
8 April 2009

Chillikids founder Bettina spent over 20 years as a professional footwear buyer before making her decision to independently fill a gaping hole in the market - quality children's footwear!

Using her wealth of experience, Bettina got to work developing her own line of colourful canvas shoes for kids, based on contemporary styles and focused on practicality.

Chillikids footwear is available for young ones aged 2-12, and can be found at www.chillikids.com.au.

PRESENTS FOR PRINCESSES

Words Kelly Hennessy - My Style
8 April 2009

Need the perfect accessory for that special occasion? Little Pearls for Little Girls has solved your problem with beautiful child sized pearl necklaces and bracelets, sure to make any little lady the belle of the ball.

Each piece is made with genuine creamy white cultured freshwater pearls, and features a silver filigree clasp. They are individually hand-knotted and come presented in stylish signature gift wrapping.

Perfect for weddings, christenings, baby showers and birthdays, Little Pearls for Little Girls are available from ages 6 months to 10 years at www.bellesfamilles.com.au.

FORMAL FANCIES

Words Kelly Hennessy - My Style
8 April 2009

It seems that almost every day I stumble onto a clothing collection that has me wishing I could turn back the hands of time and be a little girl again. Parents are spoiled for choice these days, and the hard part seems to be deciding what you don't want.

Take one look to the left and you'll see what I mean. This is one of the  glorious tutus dreamed up by the creators of Baby Cha-Cha Boutique, a collection simply exploding with colour and tulle.

In addition to tutus, Baby Cha-Cha Boutique do formal dresses, jumpsuits and completely over the top headbands, hats and beanies featuring larger than life flowers and bows.

Wow factor aside, Baby Cha-Cha Boutique also assures us that they are a responsible childrenswear manufacturer, using soft tulle and elastic waistbands to grow with your child.

So if show stopping is on your little one's agenda, Baby Cha-Cha Boutique is the place to start. Check it out online at www.babychacha.com.
 

 ALL ABOUT ART

Words Fiona Lang - www.kindergallery.com
8 April 2009

As a mother, I take great delight in finding works that are created specifically for kids. Nursery decor pitched to the mother rather than to the children themselves can be sweet and lovely, but something feels lost when my enthusiasm for it isn’t shared by my boys. 

Award winning Sydney artist Gav Barbey, has created a unique body of work that can be enjoyed by children and their parents. By pouring and splashing high gloss acrylic paint straight from the tube, Gav creates raised, tactile impressions inspired by the living world that flies, runs, crawls, slithers and swims around us, and machines that drive, fly and sail through our day. Each work is an original one off, making them very special collector’s items. Check out Gav’s collection at www.kindergallery.com.
L.O.L.A LOLA

Words Kelly Hennessy - My Style
8 April 2009

Ok so I have accepted that I'll probably never afford it, but in case an unexpected windfall of money comes your way you might want to check out Lola & James, a recycled, eco-concious and incredibly trendy kids clothing line from New York Fashion graduate Paula Scholaro-Skikking.

Made from recycled fabric, pricey vintage concert tee's and oozing originality, it's no wonder Lola & James has been seen on the offspring of celebrity's such as Gwen Stefani, Angelina Jolie and Courtney Cox.

Very, very trendy stuff and perfect for the aspiring rock and roller. Have a look online at www.lolaandjames.com.

EASY AS 123

Words Fiona Lang - www.kindergallery.com
8 April 2009

If you are looking for something educational but stylish to finish off the nursery without blowing the budget, consider livening it up with a fun and modern numbers/counting themed art work. The works available at the moment are so varied that it would seem there is one to suit every home.

Come join in with 1,2,3,4...

1.  Counting Zoo Limited Edition Print by Milk Moon Kids, US$85 available at www.milkmoonkids.com.Animal Counting Canvas by Maria Carluccio US$104 available at www.babyoliverboutique.com/oopsy-daisy-canvas-reproduction-animal-counting.html.

 

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1-10 Counting Poster Trees by ISAK, AUD$65 available at www.theinfancyboutique.com.au, www.kindergallery.com.

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“Flat” and “Around” photographs by Fiona Christensen of Walking to Jericho, US$30 available at www.walkingtojericho.com.

LOUNGING AROUND

Words Brooke Murphy - www.magnoliasquare.com.au
8 April 2009

A comfortable junior sized lounge that is also super stylish? Enter Kouch - an Australian born company bringing together a handmade children's couch that is good looking, safe, functional and built to last.


Kouch has been designed for little people between one to five years old, with enough room to share a snuggle and a book with a big person.  Each is smartly designed to care for little spines and fabric protected for easy care.

"A child's first step is a wonderful moment, we prefer them to sit." says the team at Kouch.

We love that you can create your own Kouch to co-ordinate with your decor scheme. Talk to the team about your options at Magnolia Square or online at www.kouch.com.au.

MONKEY SEE MONKEY DO

Words Brooke Murphy - www.magnoliasquare.com.au
8 April 2009

Love, love these quirky socks from Monkey-DO, a children's wear company, proudly designing and manufacturing in Melbourne, Australia.

The creators are award winning graphic designers, Jane Kleimeyer and Cara Whitelaw, who are inspired by memories of their childhood as they endeavour to create easy to wear clothes that children will treasure.

The new Monkey-DO range for Autumn/Winter 2009 features beautiful woven knits, organic cotton pyjamas, super gorgeous tees and the cute over the knee socks pictured on the left. Monkey-DO are regulars at Magnolia Square and the range can also be seen online www.monkeydo.com.au.

 

LOVE SONG

Words Brooke Murphy - www.magnoliasquare.com.au
8 April 2009

Love AJ creates whimsical artworks using vintage kimono and sari fabrics, papers imported from around the world, as well as a variety of other beautiful handpicked objects.

The latest range, 'Butterfly', is reminiscent of authentic vintage Butterfly Boxes with each butterfly individually hand-cut from Amber's collection of time worn fabrics and elegant papers. Our favourite is the vintage music scores.

AJ specializes in custom design pieces perfect for a special gift.  View at Magnolia Square or at www.loveaj.com.au.

 

 
If you know of something fantastic you would like to see featured in My Style, please drop us a line! You can contact me at kelly@poppetgroup.com.au, I look forward to hearing from you.
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