Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Smitty BABY

About Smitty Baby

Smitty Baby

I am Meridith Smith: a thirty-year-old wife of a man who swears he's not a metrosexual, and as of July, 2008, a mother of a sweet gummy-smiled boy. I'm launching Smitty Baby so I can offer my handmade baby creations to my friends (who are much more hip than me) and strangers who appreciate unique, handcrafted baby clothes and accessories. So make yourself at home. Shop around or get to know me and my peeps
through the blog.

Monday, August 30, 2010

Baby Shower Cookies


In a moment of fearlessness, I volunteered to co-host a friend's upcoming baby shower. The last few weeks have meant more babies on the brain syndrome than usual. While surfing for shower ideas, I slammed on the brakes on seeing these delightful cookies.These cookie creations by I Am Baker are just simple sugar cookies with glossy icing in the shape of animals. This is beyond our skill level but a friend thinks she may be able to pull off something similar. If you're hosting a shower or just in the mood to make some gorgeous cookies, check these out over at I Am Baker.


I AM Baker

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Behind Closet Doors

We understand we sometimes become easily excited over things that most people aren't (under bed storage and diy labeling projects probably top the list). So it's no surprise that we are completely enthralled with the makeover of this deceptively normal looking closet. Little do you know it holds one heck of a surprise!

Now, most moms probably wouldn't be too keen on the idea of showing off their 3 year old's closet, but Ana over at Knock Off Wood shares all her projects without fear (or at least we never see it) and in the name of bettering homes around the world. Her ideas are easy to understand and empower you to actually execute them instead of saving a photo to your desk top for another time.
These doors were a traditional bi-fold door that with a few modifications and the addition of interior shelving became not only a place to hold clothes, but also a library and storage for a million other things. We love the look, the organization it offers and the overall amazingness that has us running to the store for casters.
• Check out the full tutorial and building plans to make your own!

Tuesday, August 24, 2010

Sweeps4Bloggers




Giveaway – Bonsai Sheroes Backpack and More – 5 Winners – Ends 9/6/10

August 24, 2010
Bonsai Sheroes
Their Turn to Save the World
AboutBON-SAI SHE-ROES (BŎN-SĪ’- SHEER-OHS) N. FOUR TEENAGE SUPER SHEROES: JASMINE, IRIS, LILYAND ROSE FROM ASIA 220 BC, BOUGHT INTO THE PRESENT TIME IN A SPECIAL BOX CALLED THE TANKA. THEIR POWER AND WISDOM LIES IN THE STRENGTH OF THE GIANT BONSAI TREE FROM WHICH THEY BLOSSOMED. MIA TUMI THE EVIL EMPEROR WANTS THE BONSAI SHEROES TO JOIN HIS DARK SIDE AND RETURN THEM TO THE PAST, WHERE HE WANTS THEM TO FIGHT ALL THAT IS GOOD IN THE WORLD. BUT, WITH THE HELP OF THE UNSUNG BONSAI SHEROE DAISY – THE BONSAI SHEROES HAVE THEIR OWN AGENDA AND SPOIL THE BAD GUYS PLOTS… BONSAI SHEROES UNITE!
Hooray!  Bonsai Sheroes are super heroes that will appeal to girls and motivate them to be powerful and positive!
The characters and merchandise have a fun look that is very girly (pink, hearts and feminine style) and also very strong. They are here to save the world, after all.
The backpack is really cute and very roomy. I was surprised at how much space there is inside – plenty of room to carry a lunch or jacket inside along with the usual school gear. There is an outer zipper pouch on one side and a mesh pocket on the other. The pack is easy to wipe clean and the adjustable straps are padded.
The Bonsai Sheroes “The Beginning” audio book and music cd will entertain and inspire the imagination. I love that they thought to do an audio book for kids – great to listen to in the car or at home. It isn’t just a dry reading of the story. There are sound effects to make it more entertaining. The pop music is G rated and kid friendly.
They also have other cute extras featuring the Bonsai Sheroes – door hanger to request quiet or room service, notepads, shoes, stickers and more.
Bonsai Sheroes are good for fun and empowerment!
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PRIZE ALERT – Bonsai Sheroes would like to give a prize package to ***5*** of you – backpack, door hanger, stickers, audio book/music cd (ARV $50)
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Monday, August 23, 2010

Ice Cream Cone Balloons


This is just the kind of idea that makes our heart go pitter patter. Jazz up your next bunch of helium-filled balloons by turning them into ice cream cones. Leave it to Martha (and her team) to come up with something so ingenious and simple. All you need is some brown kraft paper folded into a cone shape and attached to the bottom of your balloon. We're definitely trying this the next time we have occasion to buy balloons.

Saturday, August 21, 2010

Kids Play Ground




Friday, August 20, 2010

Kids Animal Chairs

Animal Tuffets - Ottomans for Adults - chairs for Kids



Thursday, August 19, 2010

Large-Scale Artwork: Giant 45s by Morgan Howell



Now you can share your love of music visually in the form of these supersized re-creations of vintage 45s. They are hand painted, hand wrinkled and ready to hang on your wall — once you import them from England. Created by British artist Morgan Howell, these records represent some her favorite vintage singles. She paints the album art then photographs it and prints it at a high resolution onto canvas. Then she constructs them into large scale record sleeves that are about 2' square. The fact that you can see the brush strokes makes them all the more charming. Inside the distressed sleeve is a large black disc with a printed label. They mount to the wall on a central chrome spindle.
Giant 45's




Tuesday, August 17, 2010

Fun Kids Bandages


Fun Kids Bandages

Monday, August 16, 2010

Clutter Free






Clutter Free Kids knows that keeping a child's area tidy is a challenging job.  The job just got easier with our colorful, sturdy and fun organizational products such as kids storage bins,  child bookcases,  toy organizers.   Organization is a skill that follows through our entire lives.  If we make it fun when children are young, it will become second nature.  Let's organize the clutter! lets keep our kids healthy with our all natural cleaning products.
We make it very easy and affordable for you by offering many products such as children's toy boxesstorage supplies and  child storage cubbies.   Selected products with free shipping.  Feel free to browse our website and see all of the home organizing products that we have to offer you a great prices.
ClutterFreeKids.com offers the best products to keep you and your kids organized. We also have clever ideas for how to organize your bedroom and all other rooms in your home. We offer home organizing products such as children's toyboxes,  children's storage caseskid's white wooden bookcases, ways to organize stuffed animals, storage shelves with bins, and so much more!

Wednesday, August 11, 2010

Kootie Killer hand sanitizer is perfect for Back to School!







Kootie Killer is Mom Tested - Kid approved
Kootie Killer has scented fragrances for great smelling hands!
Kootie Killer moisturizes with Aloe!
Kootie Killer does NOT dry out your hands like other hand sanitizers do!
Kootie Killer is convenient year-round protection for your family!
Kootie Killer has easy dispensing! Designed for today's fast-paced lifestyles!
Kootie Killer is antibacterial protection for your entire family!
Kootie Killer kills 99.9% of germs & Kooties without water!
Kootie Killer contains Vitamin E!
Kootie Killer is a great alternative when soap & water are not available!
Kootie Killer is perfect for daycares, clinics, schools, job, at home or on the go!
Kootie Killer uses only the best ingredients!

Tuesday, August 10, 2010

Kids Water Bottles


Color Your Own! Cups With Lids And Straws. Create custom cups by coloring the included designs! Each plastic cup includes a paper insert, capped straw and bright lid. 8 oz. Remove insert before washing. Markers sold separately online.Kids Water Bottles

Sunday, August 8, 2010

MonsterHoodies: Whale Bite Kids

MonsterHoodies: Whale Bite Kids 

Also available in adult sizes

Handcrafted on American Apparel Hoodies



http://www.bustedtees.com/whalebitekids#hoodies