give thanks

this week we are giving thanks to all that we have to be thankful for...and there is so much. we encourage this week to give thanks to you family, friends and community.

retailer spotlight = izzy and ash www.izzyandash.com

for original style for original kids, izzy and ash is the place to shop. here is the skinny...

Their vision is twofold: To offer infant and children's clothing that inspires everyone to honor the free spirits of children and to remember that playful abandon of childhood, but just as importantly to provide children’s fashions of outstanding quality and style. They offer the latest trends in designer infant and children's clothing from both European and US manufacturers...and of course, baby star.

check them out at...

www.IzzyAndAsh.com

and remember to shop boutiques and independently owned websites this holiday season!

fun fortune

this fortune is star worthy...

"the star of riches is shining on you this month."

we measure our riches on the health and happiness of our community and we are so excited to see what is ahead!

baby shower featuring baby star

one of our favorites is having a baby boy...we are so excited! but we are even more honored that she selected baby star's foursquare blue to decorate her nursery...and be the design inspiration at her shower. too fabulous!

ps - erin works at scandinavian child (www.scichild.com) and you must check out all of their fantastic products.

love letter = baby star rocks!

we think this pretty much says it all about our new products...

"Wow! These are SO cute. Makes me want to have another baby!!!! Cheers, Michelle"

for the love of art

portland is full of amazingly talented folk. we encourage all of you to come visit cause you will meet so many new best friends and then dream of moving here. so first on the list of talented new best friends...we just have to tell you about our friend heidi who runs an amazing art gallery full of amazing artist and giraffes. yes giraffes. we love giraffes and want to add these by jennifer mercede to our collection. for the love of art and giraffes, call/email/visit heidi today.

Heidi McBride
Gallery & Art Consultancy
by appointment

South Waterfront at The Meriwether West bld
3570 SW River Parkway 313
Portland.OR 97239
503 887 3093
www.heidimcbridegallery.com

retailer spotlight = deals for babies

there is a new crop of amazing sites dedicated to selling amazing baby goodies at amazing prices! we love babies and we love deals. here is the amazing list...

www.mamabargains.com
www.babysteals.com
www.theminisocial.com

enjoy!

party in portland @ violet

our wonderfully talented friend violet is opening up shop! if you are in the neighborhood, stop on in for some cupcakes and fun.

Event: Violet {handmade boutique} Grand Opening "Cupcakes, Mimosas and Beautiful Handmade Clothing"
What: Retail
Host: Violet Craft
Start Time: Friday, November 7 at 11:00am
End Time: Saturday, November 8 at 6:00pm
Where: Violet {handmade boutique}

ps - you can check out violet's blog at http://kungfubambini.blogspot.com/

hope springs eternal!

a record number of voters cast votes yesterday and it was a thrill to see democracy in action.

vote please, please vote

vote vote vote vote vote vote vote vote vote vote vote
(especially for kids and the environment)
vote vote vote vote vote vote vote vote vote vote vote
(especially for kids and the environment)
vote vote vote vote vote vote vote vote vote vote vote
(especially for kids and the environment)

please...vote

retailer spotlight = green genes in chicago

we say what is not to love about green genes in chicago? not one single ounce. they are so fabulously fantastic and we want everyone to know.