droolicious : girls

Kitty Cat Tshirt

AmandaHill — Wed, 20 May 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Meow! How cute is this leopard print cat tshirt? I'm loving it. It comes in sizes ranging from 12 months all the way to 7-8 in girls. I love the sassy little eyes and nose on the cat.

Click on over to The Sassy Seamstress's Shop to check it out.

New Spring Fashions From Dwell Studio For Target

Lisa Estall — Tue, 12 May 2009 13:11:00 GMT

Target's latest collection is from Dwell Studio. The line consists of adorable dresses, leggings, track jackets, and drawstring pants for babies.

This Newborn Girls Dwellstudio for Target Woven Ruched Top is stylish! I love the shape and any baby girl is going to look so sweet in it. It's 100% cotton and the price is an affordable $6.99.

Click to see something for baby boys...

Orange cars decorate this Newborn Boys DwellStudio For Target Printed Creeper. A cute thing to wear for the summer and the price is attractive at $6.99.

These two items and more are available at Target and Target.com.

7 Days of the Best Shorts for Summer: Dapper Dons and Donnas

JeanneSager — Tue, 05 May 2009 13:30:00 GMT

Shorts weather can't come a moment too soon for little kids who have been cooped up all winter long. What am I saying - shorts weather can't come too soon for Mom and Dad! So start stocking up with our seven favorite shorts for little legs.

Think summer, and I think crisp linen, cool on a hot day. It's classic - and thanks to Little Linens, it's hip too - with their one hundred percent linen bermudas.

With button adjustments to keep the waist tight, they hit just above the knee and swing to let a little breeze in when the light linen isn't enough to keep them cool. Perfect for a summer wedding for your little boy or a summer barbecue with Mom and Dad for your little girl.

The London-based company sells to boutiques throughout the states or you can get them shipped in from across the pond for kids infant through age thirteen. Get 10 percent off when you use the code X2007 at checkout.

7 Days of the Best Shorts for Summer: Surf's Up

Tutu That You Can Do

JeanneSager — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 16:04:00 GMT

I'm here to put an end to the mystery of the endless layers of tulle in your little girl's tutu.

Kerri's Kreations sells a line of tutus that are dripping in little girl, but she's done one better for the parents who always want another challenge.

Due to popular demand (and hundreds of questions from parents like me who can't make heads or tails out of all that tulle), Kerri's rolled out a set of instructions, available for purchase straight from her site, that detail how to make your own pettiskirt (yes, they're the same thing).

"Late one night while doing some research, I came across a thread on a sewing forum with several woman asking for advice because they were extremely frustrated with the instructions posted on Martha Stewart's Website," Kerri explains. Gee, we can't imagine how anyone could be befuddled when faced with trying to Martha-ize themselves (snort).

"I offered some advice and some condensed instructions and answered a few questions," Kerri says. "Next thing I know, I start receiving e-mail after e-mail with questions from women needing instruction or advice about making the skirts."

An idea was born. You can still buy one of her sweet skirts, but you get Kerri by ponying up for her tutorial - which comes with access to her head full of all things tutu. You need at least a basic grasp on crafting to get through this one, but she breaks it all down for you - from the type of thread to buy to the type of fabric (chiffon, she explains much softer on their little kid skin than tulle, by the way - see, just why we need her!).

And when you're done, you never have to tell where all that crafting know-how came from. Just answer your friends admiration of her sweet little pile of froth with, "that old thing? I made it myself. I know a lady who could help you make one . . . "

Get the details from Kerri's Kreations for $19.95 (enter the words FREESHIP at checkout, this comes as a PDF, so there are no shipping charges).

Inspired by Mom, But All Little Girl

JeanneSager — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Who says the baby swans are always ugly ducklings? A new line of sweet little girl dresses and tops inspired by the clothing worn by mom has put grace and style back into dressing little girls.

From the French for swan, Saurette is Lisa Kanouse's answer to mothers who are looking for less cartoon characters, more classic design.

"I think modern parents want their children to look as good as they do. By offering little girls an opportunity to dress more like mom, it offers a fresh approach to dressing little girls," Kanouse says.

She does it with swinging sundresses, like the Cabbage Floral Applique (above), a sleeveless summer wardrobe staple that leaves them free to run with the wind at their legs but dresses up for a summertime wedding. The Cabbage Floral's empire waist adds a grown-up twist, but the long flowing skirt is all little girl.

Get the dress in pink or in gray at Saurette for $99.

Is Your Girl a Lil' Bettie?

JeanneSager — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 21:29:00 GMT

I'll be the first to say I don't get the skank-arific swimwear I see out there for toddlers. So find me a store that sells suits sweet, simple and dripping in lil' girl, and we'll splash down.

Lil' Bettie Beachwear's summer line for '09 is just that - high quality suits that are swimming in sweet. The tankini gets my vote for making it easy to move for little girls and providing enough coverage to prove, yes, they're still little betties.

Like most swimwear, these are hand wash only and line dry, but the fabric is soft to the touch and wicks dry quickly so she can be comfy in the water and out. A note to parents - these tend to run a little small, so buy a size up to get her through the summer. If she's long-torsoed, the tankini's a good bet because you can retie the knot farther down as the summer goes on.

Get the tankini from Lil' Bettie for $39, and check out the rest of the line.

Etsy Alert: Duck and Cover with Clips

JeanneSager — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Bye bye jumble of hair clips in the old diaper wipes container! Waddle on over to Little Bow Peep on Etsy, and she'll help you duck the mess of mothering a little girl.

Created by Emily McMinn, a mom who started making bows (also available at Little Bow Peep) for her twin girls, the hair clip holders sport a long ribbon for covering in clips. With an extra ribbon on top for hanging here, there and everywhere, and holders topped with monkeys, flip flops, flowers and more, get one to hang in your bathroom, one for her room and an extra to stash extra clippies in one place in your purse.

And did we mention the cute little duckies?

Get the holders ($7.99) and the clips to go with them at Little Bow Peep.

Hop to It: Hares for Her Hair

The New Way to Wear a Tutu

Hop to it: Hares for Her Hair

JeanneSager — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 20:44:00 GMT

The pressure steps up this time of year for a new pet - preferrably one of those cute little bunnies or chicks. I'm deftly sidestepping it all this year with bunnies . . . for her hair.

AmBarrettes owner Amber Tiner has two boys - no girls - but the ideas she gets from her little boys translate perfectly into funky little critters for the girls who have the hair to hold them. The complicated ribbon work topped with googly eyes are teeny tiny recreations that could do double for a pet store.

Her bunnies will make them hop to it when it's time to get their hair brushed in the morning - at Easter or anytime of the year. Or if your little squeaker would prefer a mouse for a pet, she's got those too . . .along with the rest of the zoo. Want to keep the critters out of your house? Check out AmBarrettes at Etsy.

The New Way to Wear a Tutu

JeanneSager — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 20:58:00 GMT

Who knew you could make a tutu anymore girly?

Isn't frothy toile (or is it tulle?) and bubblegum pink enough? No? OK, then your ballerina needs a Tutu Hair Clippie stat.

With alligator clips dripping in pink ribbon, an intricately crocheted ballerina oufit and net skirt adorned with little beads, the tutu clips from BowChic are for little girls who still dance like nobody's watching - even though no one can keep their eyes off her sweet little cheeks.

They're also a total steal at $6.75. So dance on over to BowChic at Etsy.

Taking the Mud Off Piggy Toes - And Leaving the Toes

JeanneSager — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 20:55:00 GMT

My daughter is such a little girl this tomboy mama has to shake her shaved head sometime. But there's nothing like a good old-fashioned girls' night with the toenail polish and a chick flick (while Daddy's banished with his XBox - like he's REALLY complaining).

But I've never been comfortable taking polish off her sweet little toes with a bottle of something that smells like it could have been dropped out of a chopper in Apocalypse Now.

Hello Piggy Paints Natural as Mud Nail Polish Remover! Completely stink free and not designed to remove the surface from my wood floors when my kid squirms during polish removal, the non-toxic formula leaves their sweet little piggy toes in perfect polish-free form.

Aloe Vera and Vitamin E have been added, so it even leaves a little love behind for their delicate cuticles.

Get it from Piggy Paint.

Spring Shoes: Bow Patent Flat

AmandaHill — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 22:00:00 GMT

It's time to start shopping for Spring shoes for your little one. These lilac faux patent flats with a bow are beyond adorable, and they would look amazing with the tiniest of Spring dresses.

Click over to Crazy8.com to check them out.

The Princess of Plates

Cathy Hale — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Bright, cheery, fun, functional and dishwasher-safe. What more could you want! If you haven't experienced melamine dishes, they're all the rage. Lightweight, shatter-proof, affordable and great for indoor or outdoor use, these pretty plates will make your little girl smile. These four princesses - in vivid color - are brought to you by French Bull by Jackie Shapiro. Plates are 8" square. $32 for a set at Arte Bebe.

Keep Warm With Spyder's Bitsy Animal Mittens

Lisa Estall — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 21:30:00 GMT

The Itsy Bitsy spider has never looked so cute in the cold! These cool looking Spyder Bitsy Animal Mittens for girls give hand protection and promote playfulness.

They come in color sweet pink/persimmon and cost $40.

Continue reading and see the boys version...

The gloves feature Velcro gauntlet closure, elastisized wrist and is made of stretch twill and ThermaWeb™ Insulation.

You can buy them at Spyder.

CES 2009: Barbie B Nails - Inkjet Fingernail Printer

Chris Ford — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 15:30:00 GMT

If you ask me, Barbie B Nails from Mattel is a home run. It's basically an ink jet printer that prints designs (and even photos) on your nails. If it's reliable, I can't see how Mattel won't have little girls demanding this for Christmas in 2009.

The Barbie B Nails works in conjunction with your computer. The girl picks out a design in the software (there are over 1,000 or she can upload a picture of her own) and then puts her hand inside the machine. There's a little camera inside so she can place her fingernail in just the right place, and then when she presses the button the design gets printed on her nail.

The Barbie B Nails (I'm not sure exactly what the "B" in the name means) is for ages 8 years old and up and should be available in the fall of 2009. No price has been announced.

Big Deal: Tutu Skirt Sale at Crew Cuts

Erin Behan — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 22:05:00 GMT

Judging by the amount of girls I see walking the streets in very un-fall-like tutus, I'd say the tutu is a year-round popular item, which is why you and your tutu-loving children should run to the Crewcuts sale on tutus, which includes blue, gold, pink, black and red pixie ballet skirts for just $29.50 (regularly $45). You get layers of tulle and an A-line shape. And it's just festive enough to help create a holiday ensemble that everyone will love.

Ultimate Bargain: Prep School Posh 75% Off!

Lisa Mulcahy — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 17:35:00 GMT

Searching for a more formal look for fall? Maybe a Thanksgiving outfit to go to Grandma’s? Check out this girl’s blazer at a super sale price.

Old Navy’s French Terry Blazers are now on sale for $4.99. For about the same price as a deluxe Starbucks coffee, your little girl can play the part of boarding school sweetheart.

Faux-Fur Glamour - ON SALE from Old Navy

SunnyChanel — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 23:10:00 GMT

I really love Wes Anderson’s The Royal Tenenbaums. One of my favorite characters, in a film chalk full of them, is Gwyneth Paltrow’s moody and self-absorbed Margot Tenenbaum. This jacket for toddlers and little girls from Old Navy totally reminds me of the vintage coat she wears in this beautifully art directed movie. As Old Navy themselves say about the piece, it’s “your grandmother’s coat reproduced”, This old-school faux-fur cozy coat is perfect for your little Eloise or Fancy Nancy in training. And the best thing? It’s on sale right now for $22 (was $36.50).

Stroller for the Mini Mama

Lisa Mulcahy — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 20:13:00 GMT

Toss the tiny plastic umbrella stroller. Dolly needs a more sophisticated ride. Like most of the toys from German giant Haba, their doll stroller in natural beech wood, $152.99, is beautifully simple. So if you’re like me and hate all the cheap-looking plastic clutter in your house, this stroller might be the one. It comes with cushy bedding and the handle is adjustable to keep up with a growing “mommy.”

Move Over American Girl There’s a New Doll in Town

Lisa Mulcahy — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 19:45:00 GMT

If your little princess thinks American Girl Dolls are the greatest thing since sliced bread, look out. Now there’s some competition in the customized doll arena.

Like American Girl Dolls, you can order My Twinn Dolls, $149, with the same hair, eye and skin color as your daughter. The difference: My Twinn takes it to the next level. You submit a photo of your child so their doll artisans can in essence make a “mini me.” Freckles, unique birthmarks, dimples, they do it all. Sure to be a hot holiday item, no two dolls are ever the same.

Personally, these creep me out; then again I’ve never had a daughter. Surely little girls across the country will disagree with me.

Most Stylish Rag Dolls Ever!

SunnyChanel — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 14:40:00 GMT

I’m totally in love with these dolls. They take the classic cloth/rag doll format and modernize it in a totally chic way. Good bye Raggedy Ann and Andy, say hello to Mimi, Samantha and Olivia the Palace Park Dolls. These dolls are made from a soft cotton and they have felt hair, screen printed faces and really cute and stylish outfits. I think I might have to not just get one for my daughter but one for myself too. You’re never too old to play with dolls. Available from Pottery Barn kids here ($39).

Hello Kitty Exlim Digital Camera From Casio

Chris Ford — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 13:01:00 GMT

It seems like Japan always has the cool new stuff. The Hello Kitty Exlim camera from Casio is pink, 8.1 mega pixels and would be perfect for the Hello Kitty fan in all of our daughters. But did I mention that it's available in Japan? More info after the jump.

The camera has 8.1 megapixels, a 3x optical zoom and will record movies - all pretty standard stuff for digital cameras these days. In fact, it's kind of on the low end for digital point and shoot cameras. And it isn't even on the Casio USA web site, but they do feature it on the Casio Japan web site. If you speak Japanese, check it out here.

One enterprising web site is selling the camera to US customers, but it will set you back $598.60, plus shipping. A comparable Exlim camera from Casio (and it's even pink) with slightly better specs (4x optical zoom and a bigger LCD screen) has a MSRP of $199.99 according to the Casio USA web site, so you can see the premium you'll be paying for Hello Kitty.

My advice? Find someone who's making a trip to Tokyo sometime soon and have them pick one up for you.

Hello Kitty Digital Camera, $598.60 from GeekStuff4U.com

Gazzu's Hot Hair Candy is Hot

Erin Behan — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 14:56:00 GMT

Though I'm usually on the lookout for little boys clothing, I got on a girls kick this morning, which is when I stumbled on Gazzu's Etsy site. Ponytail holders sure have come a long way from the brightly colored plastic gumball variety of my youth. And I have to say, I'm happy for the upgrade. In fact, there are so many great fabrics and fabric combos that it's hard picking a favorite. The above is two hair holders in pink cocoa ($6) and below is a set of two hair holders in watermelon ($6). Shop all of Gazzu's hair holders (plus necklaces, rings, headbands and more).

Sale Alert! Mexican Fiesta Dress by Eberjey – 50% Off!

SunnyChanel — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 17:08:00 GMT

I love a deal, especially when it reaches the 50% or more off mark. Today (and for a very limited time) you can get this Mexican Fiesta Dress for $35 (regularly $75) by Eberjey. This “short sleeved peasant dress with embroidery detail on neckline, sleeves and bottom, is made of 100% cotton.

Where does this deal come from you may ask? Why, from the Gilt Group of course, a “free members only” online sample sale. To get access to their sales (and they have kids sales often) you need to be “invited”. So if you want to join the Gilt Group and get some guilt free shopping done (hey, you can pick up some discounted Zac Posen for yourself while you’re at it), just email me at babbledesign@gmail.com with the subject line GILT and I’ll send you an invite so you can get access! (they'll be having a Tea Collection Sale on Sept. 2nd) I love to spread the sale love. You're welcome.

Paul Frank Youth For When Your Kids Outgrow Small Paul

Chris Ford — Fri, 30 May 2008 12:06:00 GMT

As a parent of an (almost) two and four year old, I've been a fan of Small Paul for some time now (especially some of the t-shirts). But the older my kids get the more I realize they won't be little forever. Fortunately Paul Frank has figured that out too, and now he has a line of clothing for older kids - Paul Frank Youth.

Paul Frank Youth has some of the same design motifs as the Small Paul stuff does (notably the little monkey Julius), but all of the clothes are designed for older kids. There are some nice dresses and tops for girls, and I'm a fan of the denim stuff for boys (as well as the skull and crossbones hoodies). As a dad of younger kids I'm kind of beyond my expertise, so I'll let you be the judge.

Check out the Paul Frank Youth collection at PaulFrank.com.

Girls Rule in the Kitchen

Erin Behan — Fri, 09 May 2008 15:19:00 GMT

One of the advantages of being at home with your new baby is that you can spend an inordinate amount of time researching things like toasters and no boss will tell you to quite messing around. Which is how I came across this toaster, which is only negligibly about toasting.

What it's really about is girl power, the kind you can print on your sliced bread, thanks to this Pop Art toaster ($34.99) available at Target. The slogans "boys r smelly," "girls rule" and "drama queen" are among the sayings you can have burnt into your little lady's morning routine. And you'll note, the toaster is blue, not pink (although you can also get it in white).