Items tagged “Girls”

Once upon a time is a Successful Retail Tale

By The Giggle Guide

Linda Flaherty and her daughter Sarah Bailey are co-owners of the exceptional Once upon a time children’s specialty shops in Birmingham, Alabama. Blessed with personalities that are brimming in Southern hospitality and charm, this grandmother and mother duo now operate two very successful retail locations. With fourteen years in the business, the pair have developed a sensibility and keen eye to what customers crave. They offer an elegant selection of traditional, timeless children’s products, along with the latest mix of popular fashion trends and stylings in nursery decor.

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BBs Tees offers a Do It Yourself Printable Party Kits!

Posted by BB's Tees - 8/11/10

Want to celebrate your child becoming a big brother or sister? BBs Tees has an easy and inexpensive way to have a “sibling celebration” Take a look at our new “Do It Yourself Printable Party Kits.” Each shirt graphic has a party kit to match. All you have to do is print it out and assemble yourself.

It’s easy and will make a great theme for your party! We offer easy instructions and list all the supplies needed for one stop shopping at your local craft store. It’s a great activity for you and your child to do together!

Contact:

Marty Harper / (214) 578-4410

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New Ownership at Wee Ones

Posted by Wee Ones, LLC - 8/11/10

For Immediate Release
July 29, 2010 – St. Peters, MO

NEW OWNERSHIP AT WEE ONES

After thirty-five years at the helm of Wee Ones, Inc., CEO and Founder Barbara Agatstein and her daughter, President Betsy McPherson, have sold the assets of their company to Miles Faust, a former corporate executive from St. Louis, MO. Mr. Faust and his family own 100% of the new company, which will be known as Wee Ones, LLC.

Contact:

Gina Faust - Wee Ones, LLC. / (314) 651-9362

The Grapevine

koochi ku Brings Out the Inner Beauty in Outerwear

By Lauren Rollheiser

Melanie Anderson is first an artist; she began the koochi ku line to create wearable pieces of art. With an eye toward European style, her pieces are well crafted, beautiful, and affordable. Inspired by the birth of her son, she followed her passion for vibrant colors and began making high-style wool jackets and accessories for children. Melanie individually designs and creates each item, and takes great personal pride in each article carrying the koochi ku label.

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On The Boardwalk at 7 W

Posted by 7 W New York - 8/9/10

Monday, August 16 • 5–8 PM

Buyers are invited to join 7 W
On the Boardwalk for raffles, games and other summertime fun and food.

This is a great opportunity to stroll through and buy from the Gift Suites at 7 W, enjoy cocktails and appetizers and enter to win a Boardwalk Weekend Vacation* for two, in historic Cape May. Trip includes 2 nights lodging, and dinner for two.

Contact:

7 W New York / (212) 279-6063

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Show Reports

Report on the first edition of Playtime New York

By Leesa

PlayTime New York - New York, New York (7/31/10 - 8/2/10)

Buyers, Exhibitors, Press Express Delight with Selection, Turnout, Venue

The first edition of Playtime New York, the international trade show dedicated to the universes of children and maternity, was a huge hit among buyers and exhibitors alike. Held July 31 to August 2 at 82 Mercer in Soho, the event spotlighted 63 American and international designers collections which included clothing, accessories, childcare, design and more.

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Passport to Products from Around Our Small World

By Sara Clement

Join the The Giggle Guide^® as we continue our globetrotting journey to discover the latest international hits to offer customers. The Internet Age has truly made the world smaller, with instant accessibility to terrific new products, no matter where you call home! Today’s trip takes us from Canada’s Monster Factory and Italy’s Baby Graziella to Hooligans of South Africa, tante martha from the Netherlands, and Blabla products made in Peru. Brilliant colors, fun-loving critters, beautiful fabrics and creative genius offer a world of retail opportunities!

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7 W New York^® Annouces 13 New And Expanded Suites for Gift & Home Textiles Market Week^®

Posted by 7 W New York - 8/5/10

NY Gift and Home Textiles Market Week is almost upon us and 7 W has been busy getting ready for market. In addition to the NYC Baby & Kids Fair and more than 130 only at 7 W Suites & Lines, we have attached a release on the 13 new and expanded suites opening in time for the market.

We know you are going to be juggling a lot of events across town…so we thought we would give you some programming highlights to help you plan.

Friday, August 13 - Uniquely UK Preview Reception from 4-6pm.

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7 W New York / (212) 279-6063

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China Doll Shoes at ENK Children's Club

By The Giggle Guide

Children's Club - New York, New York (8/1/10 - 8/3/10)

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Tasha Hess and Mona Cummings Getz of China Doll Shoes show off their signature Sequin Mary Janes and new sandals for Spring 2011.

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Sails are Up for Down Under Brands

By Sara Clement

G’day mates! The Giggle Guide^® has set sail on a worldwide exploration of children’s products, including a look at innovations from the land down under. We’ve rounded up the lowdown on some outstanding Australian brands that embody creativity, practicality and an infectious sense of fun! So join us down in the land of koalas and wallabies, for a lively little walkabout tour of Huggalugs, NOO Designs and FLATOUTaustralia.