Layaway for Christmas!

Eclectic jewelry that makes a statement. What does your jewelry say about you? Layaway for Christmas - free shipping to anywhere in the U.S. Visit Studio a la Mode.

Sweet Scarf

I love this monkey scarf from www.rosaleendhu.etsy.com ($25) Also available in bunnies (lots of colors) So cute and makes a great gift. Here is the description:

This monkey scarf is made from anti-pill fleece. It is approximately 31 inches (78 cm) long before tail, so it fits close around the neck. The tail and legs are meant to be tucked through the tab on the back to keep the scarf snuggly around your neck.

Pair this up with our Monkey shoes (now in red or pink) and you have a ready made (hand made!) gift to give. Find ours at www.snanimals.com or www.jlperillo.etsy.com

Kobold Toys Salutes Veterans!

On Veterans Day we thank and honor those who served in the military. There are many ways to talk to your children about this special day...attend a parade in your neighborhood, discuss bravery and freedom, and just say "thank you" to these men and women for their service and sacrifice. One idea Kobold likes is to make a card to thank veterans and send the card to a local VA Medical Center. What a morale booster!

Kobold introduced the new COBI building blocks line on Monday. In addition to the Formula 1 models, Kobold Toys also offers a variety of military blocks for your little colonel or for the military toy hobbyist. Some of Kobold's favorites:

Eagle Airplane

Gamma Helicopter

Line of Jeeps

Secret Mission

Torpedo Boat

Happy Veterans Day!

Shoes!

Ready to do some serious Christmas shopping yet? Get on over to www.snanimals.com (or our etsy shop at www.jlperillo.etsy.com) and browse our selection of Christmas & Holiday shoes! Let your little ones shine like stars this holiday season!
Candy cane maryjanes, sparkley and fun and can be made as sneakers too.!
One of our newest designs, Candyland! So sweet, perfect for the holidays but also all year round! (Think Valentine's Day, Easter, anytime!)

Ginger Louise Holiday

Okay, by now you must know that my absolute favorite place to buy Anna's clothing is through http://www.gingerlouiseclothing.etsy.com/. I can't even begin to describe the quality, cut and fabrics she uses to make these custom creations. And that she will custom size them for your little girl is just beyond! She has started listing her holiday line, which is very limited. She also is having a blow out sale, be sure to get your favs at reduced prices (I did.!) Here is her new Jubilee, Ferry in Red for Christmas ($34) I have this top in blue and it is divine!!! I want this and will likely get it for Anna!! Here is the Jubilee holiday twirl set (both top and skirt) for $54.00. I have these tops in many colors for Anna and they are fabulous! I have many skirts but not the twirl (yet) but can say that the others are phenomenal so I know this is too. She puts so much into each piece and it shows!

Angels We Have Heard On High

Okay Halloween is officially over, so now the decorating plans turn towards Thanksgiving and Christmas! I love decorating for the Christmas holidays. We started a tradition of letting Miss E decorate her own little tree each year, and it is fun to let her select the ornaments. Some will become keepsakes and others are fun little whims from the Target. I think it is nice to have some holiday decor that the children can touch and even play with through the season. Our little Kobold has selected some adorable pieces that will add to you and your beloved's holiday joy.

Music lovers will love the adorable wooden angel with a violin. She also has friend in the choir who loves to sing, and a friend holding the candle of hope for the season. These wooden angels by HABA are sure to delight. And what a perfect gift idea for your music teacher!

Collect the family of HABA angels for your child's mini- tree, hang from greenery on the mantel, or tie to a holiday gift. With wonderfully unique colors, striped socks and curly hair, these will bring a smile to faces of all ages! Gloria, Felicia, Marina, Lemona, Rosa and Stella are keepsakes that will delight for years to come.

Kobold Toys is a fan of the Angel Dolls by North American Bear Company. Lovably sweet in soft velboa with embroidered facial features, in blonde and brunette, ribbon accent and attached tricot wings. This soft doll is a keepsake friend for baby and is machine washable!

The holidays are upon us, and Kobold will be sharing his and Santa's elves favorite toys for the children on your list. Keep checking our site daily for updates on holiday items and gifts.

Happy Holidays! ~ Ashley

Have a Ball!

This past Saturday it rained and rained and rained. Miss E and Little C created this crazy game with a ball and a child-size broom. I never really understood the gist of the game, but I did love listening to the giggles on such a gloomy day. It also reminded me that sometimes the simplest toy- the ball!- can provide endless laughter and entertainment. Here are some of Kobold Toy's favorite balls- perfect (and affordable!) birthday and holiday gifts:

For the baby/toddler, we love the Allegro stacking ball. This colorful and extra soft plush ball is perfect for grabbing, stacking and rolling. The ball can be separated into 4 pieces. We also love the Lilliputiens Musical Handles Ball. This ball is perfect for little hands. It emits 8 different sounds and is suitable for children from 6 months up. Lilliputiens also offers the pretty in pink Musical Humps Ball.

For the toddler and up interested in kicking, rolling, and creating crazy in-door ball games, Kobold offers the brightly colored balls by Tatiri. These balls are perfect for inside and outside play and come in fun designs. We especially like the cars, rockets and hearts patterns.

Now, I appreciate that not everyone would appreciate an indoor game with a real ball (hello, Mimsi!). For those who prefer a quieter ball experience (stocking alert!!), Kobold recommends the puzzle balls by Ravensburger. These perfectly crafted, curved puzzle pieces allow for an exact fit and are easily assembled together to form a solid, smooth ball - with no glue required! Kobold Toys offers the sports ball in the form of soccer, basketball and baseball. And for the holidays, we are offering the puzzle ball in seven beautiful patterns. The end result of one of these 60-piece puzzles is an unique decorative piece that can be displayed in your child's room or hung in the Christmas tree as an ornament.

Also, just a reminder that there are only a few days left to complete a product review on the site and be eligible for a $50 gift certificate towards your next purchase.

Have a ball! ~ Ashley

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month!

THINK PINK!
As a breast cancer survivor diagnosed at age 44, I urge all Posh Mamas to be aware that this disease strikes women of all ages. Know your risk factors and fight for early detection. There's no doubt early detection saves lives!

The Taffy Box has a special breast cancer awareness section and offers FREE shipping to any US address through October! We also offer lots of hand stamped jewelry such as rings, pendants, mommy necklaces and much more! Put in your Christmas requests to your loved ones today (hint hint, wink wink) :)

Check out The Taffy Box at www.TheTaffyBox.com for our free monthly giveaway as well!

And visit my educational web site launched this month in honor of my 1 year cancer free anniversary at Reduce Your Risk! Discover ways to reduce your risk for breast cancer!

Etsy's Starving Artist Team Wrist Candy Holiday Giveway and Sale!!

The SATeam Wrist Candy Holiday Giveway has begun!

Several members of SATeam combined talents to create this beautiful holiday themed charm bracelet, and it's looking for a good home on the wrist of one of our fabulous customers.

So how can you win this gorgeous holiday charm bracelet? Each time you purchase an item from a participating Etsy shop, the shop owner will put your name into the draw to win this stunner. How easy is that? (See additional rules below)

The SATeam Holiday Sale begins today, October 26, 2009 and continues through December 6, 2009. You can find a list of the SATeam Etsy shops participating in the sale at the Starving Artists Blog. You can also find holiday sale items on etsy by searching for SATEAMWRIST

The SATeam blog features artisan handmade creations by the Etsy starving artists jewelry team. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current etsy shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com.

Happy Holiday Shopping Everyone!


Eligibility: Each purchase made from a participating shop automatically enters you into the drawing. However, NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. Making a purchase will not improve your chance of winning. Void where prohibited or restricted by law or regulations.


How to enter: This giveaway ends at 11:59 p.m.EST on December 6, 2009. Any buyer of an item from a participating shop will automatically be entered into the drawing. To enter without purchase, hand print your full name, complete address with zip code, and email address on a standard size postcard and mail with the proper postage affixed to:
SATeam Wrist Candy Holiday Giveaway
K. Smith
PO Box 4712
Wichita, KS 67204
All mail-in entries must be received by December 6, 2009. All entries become the property of the Giveaway host and will not be acknowledged or returned.

Holiday Cheer

Here are our new gingerbread men maryjanes, just in time for the holidays! Super sweet and made to match Gymboree's new line! Visit our etsy store at http://www.jlperillo.etsy.com/

How about these adorable hair clips, love the gingerbread man! $595 at http://www.celesteandcompany.etsy.com/
Here is a custom gingerbread man shirt for $20 by http://www.littlebittledesigns.etsy.com/