Thursday, March 19, 2009

stop the waaaaaaaa!!!


These wacky bandages will be sure to stop any tears when they see you putting bacon and eggs on their boo boo! We found these on www.fredflare.com along with 9 other wacky options from a piece of steak to pickles, these are sure to turn tears to giggles!

Wednesday, March 18, 2009

going bonkers for kids bento box!


The kookie girls and our mini kookies, all love to go out for Japanese and we are smitten with this Japanese style lunchbox! What a great way to serve up healthy and fun lunches that don't require bread and boring old lunchmeat! A Bentō is a single sized portion or a home-packed meal that is common in Japan. The traditional bento box contains rice, chicken, meat or fish and usually a side dish of cooked or pickled vegetables. Japanese households take great time and care in packing their bento boxes to make them appealing. This funky lunchbox is available to buy at Cooking for Monkeys for $18.

For super tips and recipes, check out this fabulous site, Lunch in a Box for pre-school recipe ideas and how to pack the perfect bento box!

audrey and her following fish

As Mom's of two party loving little girls, we are always looking for fabulous and fun stationery to send invites or thank you notes. We found this little cutie, Audrey as she was splish splashing around on Etsy. She is ready for some serious puddle jumping in her sunshine yellow wellie boots with her troop of imaginary fish friends following close behind. You can buy Audrey and the Flying Fish note card set of 6 at Ouou's shop on Etsy for $12.00.

Tuesday, March 17, 2009

a little yummy pot of gold

We wanted to find something quick, fun and yummy treat for dessert tonight and found these on the Family Fun website. These scrumptious looking Shamrock cupcakes (pictured left) will delight your little leprochaun or make these little Pots of Gold (pictured right), these wee emerald pots are filled with sweet, edible gold. They are made from carved out limes and filled with golden jello and whip cream! Yum! Check out all of the recipes and other fun St. Patty's day activites at Family Fun.

me fancy fancy gasps in delight

We would like to introduce our fanciest kookie girl of all, "me fancy fancy". She is one outgoing party girl, her calender is always filled to the brim and she always has a special outfit perfect for any occasion! She loves dots, frills and girlie girl colors which is why she gasped in delight when she found this swimsuit. This Frankie & Daisy suit is called "Color by Numbers" with a tres tres girlie ruffle. Little fancy is already working on invitations for her fancy swim party!

This swimsuit costs $45 and can be pre-ordered at Ginger Snap Kids. Visit www.think-kookie.com to purchase our girlie tees for $19.50 with our special coupon code "kookietees" that is valid until March 31.

Monday, March 16, 2009

me sassy sassy's teeny bikinis


We would like to introduce another of our kookie girls, "me sassy sassy". She is spirited + charming. and can go from sassy to sweet with a snap of her fingers. One of her favorite colors is yellow and she cannot decide between these funky little bikinis. Can you help her choose?

She found them both on Zappos (because she loves free shipping!). Her first option (pictured above left) is "Summer Lovin" by Roxy. She loves the little flip of this daffodil yellow skirt, adding that little bit of sass that she is known for. This dotty little piece is priced at $44 on Zappos.

Her next choice is "Sun-Kissed" by Kate Mack (pictured above right). She thinks this is one zesty little number and is puckering up at the thought of it. She is already imagining how hip she will look at her lemonade stand. Purchase this lemon-tastic suit for $54 at Zappos.

Saturday, March 14, 2009

yum yum treats looks good enough to eat eat...

Leslie Dallion is one clever and crafty girl! Her fun-filled website, Pancake Meow is like a little adventure through Candy Land. From illustrations to candy charms, we are going bonkers over her colorful designs. Our favorite print is the Gretchen Gum Shoe Print, poor little Gretchen stepped in gum wearing her brand new pair of Mary Janes! Her sister Astrid seems shocked as well! Whoops! Make sure to watch where you step! This 8.5" x 11" print is signed on acid free cardstock for $12. Inspired by delicious desserts and breakfast foods, Leslie decided to combine her talent for making objects out of clay with her crafty nature to present to the world her line of scented miniature dessert jewelry. She serves up such tasty treats as cupcakes, ice cream cones, caramel apple pie, banana cream cake, donuts, and strawberry crepes scented with such clever fragrances as Mocha Expresso Her Feelings, Cotton Candy Is Dandy, and Banana Split Her Pants. Each piece is handmade making each piece unique. Most charms range between $22-25 and the mouth watering rings cost between $18-24.

sure to tickle your fancy

Parasols Boutique is just charming! It is a precious boutique for babies and children, offering a unique collection of clothing and toys. It is easy to see that they take great care in choosing timeless pieces for little ones that can be passed down through the generations.

We loved this Flights of Fancy Mobile (pictured bottom right) that would make any baby giggle in delight. Each birdie is handmade along with the wooden turquoise blue egg at the center. Which will make your little one wonder which came first? This quirky mobile is $185 at Parasols. We have fallen in love with the sweet illustrations on Parasol's site, which were designed by Leslie Dallion. We were going to write a quick little blurb on her but then saw her splendid pieces on her own website, Pancake Meow . Stay tuned!

hop + shop till you drop


How delightful are these bunny prints by Tummy Mountain's Shop. "Dancing with Rabbits" (pictured left) is so full of joy and happiness that it makes me just want to jump in the picture and dance along with them. This is sure to bring a smile on the face of any little one! Our girls love the "Big Rabbit" (pictured right) and would love to go on an imaginative adventure with this cutie pie! What a memorable gift for your little bunnies for Easter. These are prints from Tummy Mountain's orginal paintings and can be purchased for $14 and $25 each.

Friday, March 13, 2009

kookie introduces e-parties for girlie girls!


Being a kookie hostess is simple. Choose a date and email some friends. Earn some cash. No need to spend money entertaining guests + no clean up! Exclusive pricing for party guests! Email Joanne or Michelle for all the details at sales@think-kookie.com to secure your date!

for the hip toddler who dreams of hollywood


Today, we feature a different "it's a wrap reversible skirt" by kookie, that is perfect for spring parties. The party dots design (pictured below) is for the fancy girlie girl and this purple wave design (pictured above) is for the hip + trendy toddler. A quick flip of this skirt reveals a deep purple solid that she can wear to party after party, 2 for 1! Both designs are $15 off for kookie bloggers at www.think-kookie.com, just use "wrapdeal" coupon code at checkout.

This sweet ruffle tank top is available at Crazy 8 for only $10.50.
We found these chic and glamourouse sunglasses at Gap Kids for $8.50. This eyelet bag with a sweet braided handle is also from Gap for $14.50 and will make her as stylish as her Mommy. To finish off the hollywood look in big style, we fell in love with these golden shoes from See Kai Run for $32.00. She will be the belle of the ball, the talk of the town and the fashionista of the playground!

Thursday, March 12, 2009

a girl needs to have options!


Our kookie "it's a wrap reversible skirt" is for the multi-faceted girl who truly understands that it is a girl's perogative to change her mind and style on a whim. This fun and fab reversible skirt offers a designer print on one side and a vibrant solid on the other. She can go straight from school to dinner out with friends in a flip of the skirt! Enjoy $15 off the skirts now until the end of the month at www.think-kookie.com, use the code "wrapdeal" at checkout.

This girl likes to keep her options open and get the most out of her clothes! So, we have paired this skirt with three springy ruffled tees from Gymboree. They are all on sale at www.gymboree.com for under $10 each! Choose from Blue Dream, Happy Green or Butterfly Pink.

We couldn't decide between these stylish toddler shoes so we chose both! The raspberry peep toes are by See Kai Run www.seekairun.com for $40 which will keep those little feet comfy and ohhh so stylish! To really glam up the skirt we found these pretty leather espadrilles with a blooming suede flower from Ralph Lauren Kids at www.ralphlauren.com for $55.

paper source! of course... of course...


We adore Paper Source's latest gift wrap designs. Our favorite is Butterfly Migration (pictured above) which is part of their Green Choices line. This whimsical pattern is printed on 100% recycled, 30% post-consumer waste Eco-White paper. You can purchase this online at www.paper-source.com for $2.25 per flat sheet or $7.95 for a roll.

Another fab find was this Wonder Woman Lunchbox (pictured right), it brought back memories of me jumping off the stairs and pretending to save the world! I would pull on my Spider Girl Underoos, unforunately there was not a blue-light Kmart special that day on the Wonder Woman ones, tie an old sheet around my neck, fold tin foil bands around my wrists and I was ready to fight off the bad guys! POW BAM KAPOW!! This hero packing box is $12.50 at www.paper-source.com.

Wednesday, March 11, 2009

little billie looks a little chilly!


This little moose looks a little bemused and kookie, which is why we seem to be drawn to him. He looks at you with his big boggly eyes and makes you wonder what is going on in that cute little head. This print is sure to be an enchanting addition to any child's room.

This luxurious eco-friendly wall print is by olli + lime's and printed onto 100% recycled paper. You can purchase little billie at www.designpublic.com for $70.

Tuesday, March 10, 2009

ohhh honey! look at the funny easter bunnies...


These adorable bunnies make me want to run into my daughters room and put on her bunny ears! Plush Blue-Eyed Bunny (pictured left), a soft and cuddly bunny by Japanese designer Shinzi Katoh, is $32 and can be found at www.threepotatofourshop.com. This my favorite and I am keeping my little fingers crossed that I get a surprise from the Easter Bunny!

Look at this adorable pair of Baby Bunnies (pictured middle). What a sweet way to wish a child Happy Easter! Each Baby Bunny is handcrafted of wool felt, with hand-stitching and whimsical detailing. For an additional fee they can be personalised with a child’s name. They are made in USA and can be purchased for $78 at www.chasing-fireflies.com.

I love this little perplexed looking fella in our Sticker Set of Bunnies (pictured right). Everyone has fond memories of their sticker book collections…filling blank pages with tiny treasures. These little gems are from Japan and come twenty-five to a sheet. With simple, colorful and fun illustrations, they are a lovely set to add to your collection! Perfect for anyone’s Easter basket at only $6 from www.threepotatofourshop.com.

sweets for our sweeties

Here is a scrumptious alternative to Easter candy and will last a lot longer! Fab and fun fabric play cakes, there will be no cavities with these! Plush Petit Fours by Haba are deliciously designed fabric petit fours and they are perfect for play tea parties. They are intricately made with polyester fabrics to resemble the real thing. Maddy and Ky give these big thumbs up! (well pinkies!) These delectable treats come in a set of nine. Buy them at www.momastore.org for $14.

for the tomboy who dresses like a girlie girl



Our sporty "doubles anyone?" dress by kookie is for the active girl who likes to look fashionable on + off the court. She plays like a tomboy but dresses like a girlie girl. This fab dress in dance floor lime can be purchased for $32 at www.think-kookie.com and as always, free shipping!

She won't miss a shot with these SuperGa toddler sneakers imported from Italy, this has been the "IT" shoe of chic European children for decades...sporty + chic for the hip toddler! Buy at www.milkshop.com for $45.

What girl doesn't love to jumprope. These delightful jump ropes with hand-crafted wooden handles are made in France by Vilac Toys. She will jump jump jump till the sun goes down! only $15.95 at www.blueberryforest.com.

Monday, March 9, 2009

inke heiland is hip and we ain't lion!



This retro lion is sure to make you roarrrrrrrrrrr! It is designed by inke heiland from the netherlands. This wallpaper silhouette will bring any wall to life with a modern twist and retro charm. It is hand-cut from vintage and reprinted wallpapers. You can mix and match to create your own zoo with lion, elephant, ostrich (one of my favorites!), chimp or add a wallpaper tree for a bit of shade!

Purchase at this fab store www.rompstore.com for $100.00.

why can't life be one big picnic?

Who says picnics can't be fancy? Our daughters pictured above (Madeleine and Kylie), always insist on dressing the part for any event! We call them our little mini Martha's. Skip on over to kookie at www.think-kookie.com and check out our kawaii butterflies and fresh cut designs that are now on sale for only $39 each + free shipping!

We have found some wonderful pretend items for our upcoming picnic extravaganzas, the first one (pictured above) is this Haba basket full of goodies (no ants at this girlie picnic)! This basket contains a total of 15 play food items that are made of beech wood with superior Haba workmanship and a nontoxic finish. This is available for purchase at www.kangarooboo.com for only $24.99.

Plan Toys Picnic Play Mat (pictured to the right) is perfect for our girls pretend feast! Children can simply button the Play Mat and carry it as a bag or unbutton it and dine in style. Children will especially love getting ready by packing up all the supplies for their adventure. *Food and utensil sets sold separately. This can be purchased at www.ecomom.com for $35.00.

polka dot-tastic.. let them eat cupcakes!


What's wrong with going a little dotty every now and then! Ohhhh, Martha Stewart how much more could we love your style! We love the new Martha Stewart Collection Spring Polka Dot Cupcake & Cookie Boxes that she has designed for Macy's.

This is the perfect box idea for our toddler size "let them eat cake" dress. We just wish we could find this fabulous dots design in fabric! Whether you use this box for a dress or a fancy cupcake, it will truly be a sweet surprise inside. Each box comes covered in polka dots and ready to celebrate. This comes in a set of 6 for $10.99 only at www.macys.com.

Our "let them eat cake" dress in disco dot sorbet is available for purchase at www.think-kookie.com.