Just a Few of the KidShow Stoppers!

Kudos to KidShow for hosting another great trade event at Bally’s, Las Vegas. Denise Raeside, and her entire team, work hard to create a welcoming, relaxed and friendly shopping environment for manufacturers, designers and retailers to meet, greet and get down to business for Spring 2010. KidShow’s traditional perks include a free breakfast, lunch and snacks every day. It’s especially nice that the dining tables are round and large so vendors and retailers can visit and get to know each other in a relaxed, comfortable setting.

Here are a few exhibitors that really captured our attention at the event: Starting Green,Lexi Kate Designs, Princess Teeza, Jen’s Ideas, and Cacamamie.

Starting Green – Wearing Gifts of Nature

Starting Green, a beautifully-designed 100% organic cotton baby collection was a KidShow stopper Designed by Marilyn Scott especially for baby’s first year, Starting Green cares about everything that touches babies’ skin. The company lives and works its environmental message, as Marilyn explains, “We help our customers understand that the porous skin of a baby is most susceptive to all forms of toxins and chemicals.” She knows that what touches baby in the early months can influence the baby’s life in the future. All clothing is made in the U.S.A., with 100 organic cotton. Finishing touches include nickel-free snaps, all-natural coconut buttons and outstanding prints. The design innovations show how far stylish organic clothing has come in a relatively short time. The company states, “Starting Green is wearing the gifts of nature.”

To see socially-responsible company, visit www.startinggreen.com.

Lexi Kate Designs – Jewelry for Hair

Kristen Carpenter believes that “life is better with sparkle!” She has designed a collection of “jewelry for girls’ hair,” named after her daughter Alexis Kate.

The assortment includes everything from a little crown on the head, to skulls, hearts and stars. The bejeweled, blinged-out hair accessories are chic and stylish, certain to make every young girl feel extra special at school, play or at a fancy celebrations! Hair clip styles include Krazy Kate, Sparkle, Rocker, Princess, Buckle, Wild Child, Fleur-De-0Lis and Star Burst Hair Clip Collections.

For more information, see lexikatedesigns.com.

Princess Teeza – A Complete Wardrobe of Royal Fun!

The Princess Teeza collection provides unique, quality kids clothing and accessory lines that are both adorable and affordable. Designer Tereza Timo began the parent company, Forward by Timo, Inc. in 2004 with the vision of creating original, fun children’s products inspired by her mixed background and goal for “one stop” shopping for a complete outfit.

It’s more like a complete wardrobe of princess-delicious creations! The sportswear tops, dresses, two-piece sets, pants, tees, sweaters, hoodies and denim sparkle with soft jewel, bright and pastel colors. The prints are fresh and original, perfect to capture the imaginations of princesses. Tereza says, “We pay attention to finishing touches with embroidery, prints and embellishments on special outfits and dresses to dreamy denim jumpers!”

For more information visit www.princessteeza.com.

Light of Mine Designs – Shining Examples of Gifts that Give Back!

This brand has grown light years since 2001 when if first introduced beautifully-crafted ornaments designed by Amy Calandra Davis. For 2009, Amy’s inspired new products include diaper covers with vintage style designs and touches of baby bling, new appliquéd one-pieces, t-shirts and hoodies with sewn-in designs on colored basics. TuTus further expanded the collections, along with Peace, Love & Freedom organic one-pieces and tees that benefit “Freedom in Creation,” and African-based art therapy program for rehabilitating child soldiers. Light of Mine has grown to include ornaments, wall décor, personalized plaques, blankets and gift sets, photo albums, pillows and apparel. Retailers can present an entire Light of Mine display for gifts and everyday occasions. For more information about the one-of-a-kind artwork of Light of Mine Designs, and more details about the valuable and inspiring programs the company supports to “give back,” visit www.lightofminedesigns.

For more information about “Freedom in Creation,” see www.freedomincreation.org.

Jen’s Ideas – Introducing Planet Color by Todd Parr

Jen’s ideas, owned by Jen Goerdt, is an apparel company started five years ago that was all about positive fun apparel for women. Last year, Jan added the Be A Buddy line because by popular demand to extend the adult line to kid’s sizes. Suppertime Entertainment and Todd Parr chose Jan to help them design a line using the Planet Color and Todd Parr licensed designs. Todd Parr is all about color, positive messages and fun.

Jan loves what she does, as she says, “I had so much fun putting together a toddler line that kids, parents and grandparents would all love. It is whimsical, and bright. You can’t help but love the designs. They make you smile and bring you back to great fun basic designs for toddlers. We chose incredibly soft fabrics and comfortable body styles. Todd Parr has such a great following with his books,that the parents were immediately drawn to the line”.

The Todd Parr collection features multi-color dresses, tees, thermals, hats and two-color long sleeve tees. Todd Parr has written 33 children’s books. He has a new Earth book coming out in Spring 2010 and a special tee is planned to coincide with its publication.

For more information, check out Jen’s Ideas at www.jensideas.com.

Cacamamie – Fun with T-Shirts & Temporay Tattoos

Cacamamie is a new brand from Florida that has to been seen to be appreciated! The few children at KidShow saw it and “got it” right away. They begged their parents to get these creative, whimsical, fun, educational and creative Tees with Tats for them. Buyers should really investigate the “fad factor” that can grow from this unique and clever collection.

Every Cacamamie shirt comes with 12 temporary tattoos that complement the design and engage the child. Every shirt is designed to educate and entertain children. Themes include numbers, alphabet, and crazy monsters that teach values to kids! If buyers don’t get it, kids sure do! So get it in your store asap!

For more info, see www.cacamamie.com.