Thomas the Tank Engine

Now here's something awesome for your little boys! A Custom crocheted Thomas the Tank Engine Sweater ($69.99) Wow, John would have loved this when he was younger! www.littlebearscrochet.etsy.com

Prince Toy Box Bench

Still searching for storage solutions? How about this fantastic storage box, fit for a king (or prince in this case!) $170 at www.onewayfurniture.com (free shipping too!)

Good Egg

Garnet Hill (www.garnethill.com) has some great offerings in their latest catalog. Beautiful clothes, nice pajamas, great toys, etc. But does it say something about me that I love this Good Egg shirt the best? Just love it! $29

Last Chance Sale at PureandHonestKids.com

I love a good bargain! Over at www.pureandhonestkids.com they have a section called "Last Chance" that is arranged by size. Take a look and see the wonderful selection they have at great deals. I love these Suki butterfly capri pants (size 4) that Anna should be able to wear come spring or summer. Originally $52 and now $39.99. Many great deals to be had for boys and girls! Take a look!

Red, White & Blue

http://www.thetrendybaby.etsy.com/ is the perfect place to find these great 4th of July outfits for your little boy and girl! The dress ($22.50) is made from infant through 12 youth sizes and matches perfectly with this Onesie/Tshirt with tie ($12.00) Newborn - 5 T!

There's a Monster in my Pocket

Over at http://www.handmadefusion.com/ there's a lot going on with unique and hand made items. This cute wallet is available at http://www.handmadefusion.com/100326,user_id,shop is no exception! At just $10, what a cute way to introduce your child to their own wallet with it's own responsibilities! And it's fun too!
Be sure to visit our store at handmadefusion.com at http://www.handmadefusion.com/Snanimals,name,100659,user_id,shop

Recycled Christmas Tree Sweater

Not sure what to have your little ones wear on Christmas day (or for those Christmas pictures we're always trying to make come out perfect? How about visiting www.victoriavelting.etsy.com to see their line of recycled clothing. This sweater ($50) is made from recycled, felted sweater scraps with green cashmere sleeves and striped body with zip neck and lambswool tree.

Personalized original baby gift baskets

Know someone having a baby soon? Having one yourself? If so, then take a look at these beautiful, original baby gift baskets. There are many to choose from but I found these to be simply adorable. Available at www.babyshowerstuff.com

PERSONALIZED GIRL MAGNIFICENT BABY GIFT BASKET - $149.95

Includes all of the following - WOW:

* A Pink Polka Dotted Moses Basket (baby carrier)

* Our Original Plush Big Baby Rattle

* Personalized Pink Infant Cap – 100% cotton

* Personalized White Bib - 100% cotton

* Personalized White Long Sleeve T-shirt -100% cotton

* White Personalized Onesie - 100% cotton

* Pink Personalized Onesie - 100% cotton* Pink Personalized T-shirt - 100% cotton

* Adorable Pink Knit Infant Socks

* Our Original Plush Little Baby Rattle

* Handprint/Footprint Plaster Kit

* 56 Diapers (1 bag size 1 disposable diapers)

* 5 Baby Wash Cloths

* Water Filled Teether

* Plastic Rattle

* Teething Keys

(SIZE: 25" long x 15" wide x 16 " tall ~ this is BIG!!)

Go Diego Go Bugs World

Does your boy (or girl) like bugs?? Mine sure does (and so do my nephews!) Personally I think it's a boy thing but then again, Anna seems to like them too.

Well, as of October 21 look no further than Go Diego Go (http://www.amazon.com/) for the new release It's a Bugs World! They're sure to get their fill!!

Hand Knit Sweaters for boys and girls

Beautiful boys and girls heirloom sweaters available at http://www.marikahahn.com/. Many styles and colors available but here are a few of my favorites:
The boy's football dog sweater for $48.

Girl's cat design also for $48.

Original MARIKA HAHN DESIGN famous Heirloom Hand Knit Sweaters. Knit with superb 100% cotton tanguis yarn in comfy fall weights. All knitting and detailing are done by hand using the expert "intarsia" method. Each color yarn is hand knotted in the back to prevent little fingers from getting snagged. Original MARIKA HAHN DESIGN handmade sweaters will last and last.

Baby Bjorn Tote

I love this baby bjorn prince tote! And would have loved it when John was a baby! How sweet! (Hmm, he's still my little prince, maybe I can still use it???) Well, if you know someone with a baby boy, definitely consider this as a gift!

These festive totes brighten up any stroller excursion. Clips on the back of the bag attach to stroller handles, or nylon strap can be extended to hang over carriage handles or shortened for over shoulder carrying. Bag is durable nylon with zip closure at top. Numerous interior pockets & cell pocket. Changing pad included. http://www.pamperedtot.com

Luxurious Sleep Sacks by Fantaisie Kids

More luxury for the new mom at http://www.fantaisiekids.com/index2.html Truly beautiful sleep sacks in pink (small is $64) or blue (small is $50) to keep your little one safe and snug while sleeping.

Also offering beautiful and elegant Christening Gowns, upscale boutique wear and sumptious gifts for baby and mommy too.

Cupcake molds for your next party!

Well John and Anna's birthdays are coming up in September and I'm deciding what theme to do and what I'm going to make myself (and what I'm having others make...thanks Pam for agreeing to make the super hero party favor capes!)

This year I'm thinking of doing cupcakes for the party, but not regular ones. But fun ones (thus the previous post on cupcake recipe and decorating.) But I'm really into cupcake molds, especially these from http://www.pfaltzgraff.com/index.asp that are cupcakes that are decorated as a cake! There are many different ones (alligator, car, turtle) but this train and flower mold look like the perfect pair for our birthday party. And at just $14.99 each, I think they're priced reasonably enough to buy 2!

4th of July fun!

Does your family have a big party or picnic on the 4th of July? Mine does. It's my SIL's birthday the day before so we're always doing something (beach, barbecue, party.) So it goes without saying that the kids get a fun Red/White/Blue outfit to wear for that day (and all summer long.) At Snanimals (http://www.snanimals.com/) we offer some Holiday Fun too! Here's our red white & blue slide and sailboat shoe, perfect for the whole summer season!

But here is something new I found on Etsy. At Humblebea's shop, she offers this adorable Yankee Doodle Pinafore dress that is just darling (and just $26!) Visit http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5131631.

and look at this darling outfit for the younger celebrants! Available in 6 - 24 mos ($32/) at Chew Chews Closet also on Etsy.com http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5290352

Fun for Boys too at Zarabella.com

It seems that these mommy blogs are always updating for cute little girl items (guilty party here!) Now find some fun for boys with this graphic airplane tee and frog set. My John would love both of these. There's plenty more so check them out!

http://www.zarabella.com/