Items tagged “Made in the U.S.A.”

Whimsical Charm Specializes in Soft Blankets

By Stephanie Hanlon

This spring, set your store apart by eschewing the traditional flat flannel blankets and offering something with some charm. Whimsical Charm offers chic covers of varying colors, patterns and warmth. Whimsical Charm started with a desire to provide babies with blankets that would keep them warm and comfortable while looking stylish. Mission accomplished, with super-soft fabrics including delicate yarns to create elaborate collections. The designs vary in size, color, and technique, offering character and originality, while maintaining the touch of softness.

The Grapevine

Hollow Woodworks Products are Personalized and Practical

By Carolyn Kavarnos

Hollow Woodworks began in a barn in 1985 with a mission to provide high quality personalized name stools and puzzles. Over the years, Hollow Woodworks has made significant additions to their product line, mostly due to the inspiring customer suggestions they receive. The company takes great pride in producing products with innovative designs and styles, while providing quality customer service. Attention to detail, quality craftsmanship and superior customer service have created a large customer following, not only in the U.S.A., but spanning worldwide.

The Green Scene

Baby Pibu Pampers Baby's Skin

By Stephanie Hanlon

Caring for an infant can be overwhelming enough without throwing skin problems into the mix. With Baby Pibu™ products, infant skincare doesn’t have to be a confusing chore. The loving brainchild of dermatologist mom Dr. Amy Kim, Baby Pibu produces the ideal combination of gentle, effective products made from high-quality, clinically-tested ingredients, so parents can focus less on figuring skincare out, and more on their tiny bundles of joy.

The Green Scene

Green Days Ahead

By Mari Gold

By now, all merchandisers who have an ear cocked to the public pulse show lots of green products. Sustainable fabric, environmentally-friendly packaging, and companies that truly embrace their workforce are good for everyone. Some green companies may have taken their path to differentiate themselves from others. They may find setting a positive example makes customers think more highly of them. Often, the company really likes making and selling goods that don’t harm anyone, either in the making or the end usage. The Giggle Guide^® presents four companies with green profiles and offerings: Winter Water Factory, Bright-Brained Toys, trash-á-porter, and Dot&Co.

Features

Moms Make it Work in the U.S.A.

By Carolyn Kavarnos

With the intense competition in the marketplace, many business owners have turned to manufacturing in other countries in order to save money. However, overseas manufacturing has led to recalls of products that were found unsafe, and has hurt the United States economy with the resulting job loss. Manufacturing products in America helps to rebuild our economy and provide jobs for American residents. Customers that buy American made products know that standards and codes are in place to help ensure products are safe. Elizabeth Cate, UnBOWlievable, Fat Rat Family and PunkinWrap are four companies that are committed to manufacturing their goods in America with great pride.

The Green Scene

Heirloom Quality Quilts Handcrafted by Bunch & Rosa

By Stephanie Hanlon

There’s something special about handmade baby gifts because they’re so often handed down for decades and there’s always a great story. Your store can contribute to multiple generations of joy and warmth with Bunch & Rosa quilts. These quilters live and work in North Carolina and use traditional quilting techniques with a twist: their designs are totally modern. Unlike the delicate quilts of yesteryear that could only be neatly folded on the edge of a bed, Bunch & Rosa quilts use hand-sewn binding, ensuring the quilt can be loved daily and still passed on.

No Slippy Hair Clippy^®

By NoSlippy

No Slippy Hair Clippy^®, the premier brand of children’s hair accessories, boasts impeccable quality and design. No Slippy Hair Clippy^® is the very first no-slip hair clip in the world, which has ignited our creative spirit to design the most functional, adorable hair accessories for little girls.

New for Back to School, look for No-Slippy^® Ouch-Free Mini Ponies! Each design comes on a soft terry pony that is perfect for fine, baby-toddler hair. They’re super comfortable, won’t break or damage hair, and certainly won’t hurt when taken out. What a concept!

Itzy Ritzy^®

By Itzy Ritzy

Itzy Ritzy^® is proud to announce their newest back to school products: Adventure Happens™ Kids Rolling Luggage, Lunch Happens™ Insulated Lunch Bag and Preschool Happens™ Little Kid Backpack with Safety Harness and Rein.

Responsible for the popular line of modern solutions for chic people on the go, Itzy Ritzy products include the versatile and eco-friendly Snack Happens™ Reusable Snack & Everything Bags and the packing must-have Travel Happens™ Sealed Wet Bags.

Life simplified with Itzy Ritzy On-the-Go collection:

The Grapevine

Effortless Style from Holt and Lulu

By Carolyn Kavarnos

Holt and Lulu was launched by Angie Anderson in 2011. Having spent years working for Nordstrom and Chanel, she was ready to begin her own venture. Angie’s inspiration came from her vision to create modern, cool, kid’s clothes with fine details that were easy to wear. She focused on styles that were versatile and could go from play to dinner out. The result was clothing that was “casual chic” creating effortless style to let kids be kids, fashionably. Holt and Lulu collections are influenced by adult fashion, creating really fun clothes in little sizes and making it all in the USA!

Show Reports

The March Playtime New York

By Stephanie Hanlon

Playtime New York - New York, (3/8/14 - 3/10/14)

The March Playtime New York was themed beautifully around light through trends spaces, art installations and exclusive entertainment. Playtime New York continued to grow, selling out this year while hosting 120 international collections. This show is known for bringing together the best brands, both new and established. Here are a few that caught the attention of Editorial Director David Gaunt: California lifestyle brand Mini & Maximus has international appeal. Urban Infant carries the load for kids and parents on the go with convenient backpacks and lunch bags. Newcomer Mon Petit Atelier focuses on fancy dresses that inspire nostalgia. OmamiMini wows with modern outerwear and apparel from L.A. that complements a range of styles.

Show Reports

A Whole Lot to Love at KIDShow Vegas

By david gaunt

KidShow - Las Vegas, Nevada (2/17/14 - 2/19/14)

Last February’s KIDShow Las Vegas showed me a lot to love. The event continues to be the largest collection of children’s fashions and accessories west of the Hudson River, and offers a wide assortment of mid-tier to high-end apparel in a comfortable setting where buyers can review lines and write orders to assure well-stocked shelves and strong sales. Here are some of the brands and people that caught my eye and renewed my interest in the children’s business: We The Beautiful, Jo Ann Farese and all the brands she represents, GlitterTots Sparkle Screen and Ultimate Apparel, well represented by Karen Grasso.

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American Pride

By Emmi Kern

American toymakers and clothing designers may appreciate tradition, but they also love innovation. They can integrate the best of old and new to produce products that are unique and functional. 3 Marthas, Two Bros Bows, Papersalt, and The Beaufort Bonnet Company are all very different enterprises. A clothing company reaching its silver anniversary, a business that makes a rugged outdoor sport safe and fun, a publisher that helps to inspire family values, and a designer who recreates novelties from the past. Each one embodies the American spirit in its own way and makes us proud.

Items tagged “Made in the U.S.A.”

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