Piccadilly Circus Designs is the Etsy shop of a stay at home, work at home mother of 3. Okay, I feel incredibly average. Anyway, she creates these amazing custom t-shirts that are ideal for birthdays or family photos. Imagine that family reunion this summer with the kids decked out in their own initial t-shirt. Photo opp like no other.
Maptote, the creator of the environmentally friendly cotton tote bag hand silkscreened with a map of your favorite city (phew, that's a mouth full), now brings you baby one piece outfits. Yes, they are adorable. They don't have every city but if you know a baby in Paris, LA, NYC, San Francisco, Miami or Portland, you are in luck... or your baby is in luck. Made from 100% organic cotton, $25.
Next special occasion, Bondo (my black lab) will be sporting a bow tie from Silly Buddy. I love this Etsy shop. Based right here out of Chicago, IL, Silly Buddy is all about spoiling your dog with the finest collars and leashes. The patterns are perfect and with a model like Buddy, how can you resist?
Who knew that Oopsy Daisy made lamps!? I love these... Layla Grace has about 12 different designs to choose from. The gumball shaped ceramic vase is paired with a colorful lampshade and a coordinating pull chain. The final piece to bring your kids' room to a vision of accessorized perfection. Save your pennies though because they cost $138.
Handmade right here in Chicago is the Measure Me Stick by Studio 1 am. Made from bamboo and non toxic inks this giant version of an old school measuring tape is the perfect way to plot your child's growth. Interesting enough that you don't need to hide it behind a door but place it front and center in the family room. Studio 1 am has a special place in my heart as their cork cuff was one of my first blog posts.... memories....
I do not have a cat so the whole litter box thing is a mystery to me. I do know, however, that they are entirely necessary and most often they are pretty hideous and stinky. If I owned a cat I think I would opt for the ModKat litter box. It compliments any decor and the rooftop access to the enclosed litter box area allows privacy for those cats that don't want to perform in front of the world (can you blame them?). There is a reusable liner that makes cleaning it a breeze and it's friendly for the environment. Costs $180 but isn't your cat worth it?
Toobydoo is a new childrenswear lifestyle design label based out of New York. The clothing is meant for the "young explorer". The designs are urban, sophisticated yet playful and comfortable. You can find them in select boutiques or you can shop online. Think Crewcuts meets Brook Brothers kids with a touch of Mini Boden. Check out that shirtdress with the grosgrain ribbon belt... adorable. I don't know about you but I'm sold!
Like polka dots? Does your daughter want to be decked out from head to toe in polka dots? Desperate to find shoes with polka dots that have great arch support, come in wide widths and are made from actual leather? Your polka dot dreams have been answered thanks to Puddle Jumper Shoes. They have been around since 2004 and are available in a number of retail stores. To see their entire polka dot shoe collection, take a peek at their site.
Is your kid super? Super enough to warrant a cape? Yes, I thought so... check out these Etsy shops for custom SUPER capes!!!
Top - Discovery Denim Middle - Pip and Bean Bottom - Baby Pop Designs
Ever wonder where Kate Moss or Jude Law buy their kids' clothes? Me neither. But apparently, they can be found shopping at Elias & Grace and one can see why. It's like the UK version of Crew Cuts. I didn't even pay attention to the prices... the kids are just so darn adorable!
