Children are getting hippety, hoppety excited all over the place this week in anticipation of the Easter Bunny’s imminent arrival this weekend. I suspect all the Mamas out there are getting a little twitchy too. There is a trip to the grocery store on the list, to purchase enough eggs for decorating. Don’t forget dye to dip them in! Baskets need to be pulled out of storage and inspected to make sure they are ready to handle all the goodies the kids will throw in them. Some shredded paper or grass will help to protect the precious cargo that will be loaded into those baskets as well. While your little ones will be dreaming of the chocolate bunnies that they might find, we know you will be pondering what outfits to dress them in for dinner later that day. Babybox.com has a few bunny inspired outfits to show off to you today. Maybe one of these might work for you?

For the youngest members of the family, we have this sweet bunny-themed layette set. This adorable embroidered bunny baby gown layette set is great for any newborn. With an elastic bottom and no snaps, not only will it keep your baby’s legs nice and warm, it’s great for late night and quick diaper changes. The adorable bunny embroidery is available in pink or blue or you can embroider your baby’s name or initials!

There are a few more bunnies to be found in our stash! This adorable handcrafted cardigan sweater by Bella Bliss features bunny rabbits with cotton tails hoping through grass on front and one bunny on the back. Sweaters are available with blue bunnies and banded edge for boys and pink bunnies with crocheted edge for girls. It is finished with a wooden button closure. Matching hat available in extra small for infants.

Do your kids hop everywhere already and need a little extra bunny power for their feet? How about these cute shoes for their little tootsies? These precious bunny maryjane shoes are perfect for your little girl. Each shoe is handpainted with a cute bunny, and finished with a coordinating pink polka-dotted bow and pom-pom bunny tail at the heel. Designed with a strong durable sole, these shoes are perfect for your active child. Also make a great baby gift and wonderful addition to any wardrobe. Available in sizes ranging from infant to youth.

And Easter wouldn’t be complete without some personalized gear for the children. Have you thought about treating your kids with t-shirts instead of the usual 50lbs of chocolate that you usually buy? This personalized bunny pattern cap sleeve tee shirt will look adorable on your kid. Designed with sky blue and wheat bunny print, it is classic and unique. This shirt features shorter cap sleeve and is a more lovable look for kids and less boxy than our classic tees. Made from 100% cotton and easy to care for. As with any of our holiday tees, this design comes in sizes 2T through size 12, and can be purchased as a tank top, long or short sleeve t-shirt, long or short sleeve lap shirt, or baseball tee. If the blue doesn’t strike you, we also have  a pink bunny tee on a green background or two different versions  of a hoppy easter tee. Anything to make your little bunnies jump up with glee this year!

As the temperatures rise, the amount of clothes we put on starts to lessen. That doesn’t mean we have to lose our sense of fashion though! Just because we have ditched the sweaters and parkas, doesn’t mean we can’t accessorize to make an outfit shine. Of course, Babybox.com can help you take your children’s outfits from drab to fab in an instant with some of these funky additions.

While diapers are a must for your babies, that doesn’t mean you can’t jazz up their cute little behinds! Any little tush will look so cute in these sweet embroidered whale monogrammed bloomer diaper cover. Summer is made for time at the shore, and your little girl will look simply adorable in her embroidered whale bloomers. Sweet as can be these embroidered name monogrammed bloomers diaper cover is the perfect finishing touch for your little one’s summer dress. When they are doing flips in the playground or handstands this is the part that most people will see! Double seat panties with eyelet lace at the leg openings. Embroidered onto the seat is a preppy green whale! And stitched below is her name in navy thread! Just adorable.

Your little man can shnazz it up too with a cool belt to set off his outfit. These boy’s belts are a playfully preppy accent to any outfit for children ages 2 to 10 years! A classic for any little boys closet, our preppy belts will be used often. Constructed of sturdy, cotton elastic stretch webbing with interlocking buckles, this stretch belt simply and stylishly keeps pants in place. There are several patterns to choose from, so be sure to check them all before you make your choice! Plus, they are made right here in the U.S.A.

Don’t leave the flowers in the ground! Add them to your little girl’s hair as well with these adorable embroidered flower headbands. Oh my goodness! This is one of the most adorable headbands we have found and every little girl will love wearing it. Made with a white 1 1/2 inch wide ribbon, trimmed with ric rac. Sewn inside is a plastic headband. Embroidered on the headband are three flowers with 3-D white pom pom centers…YES 3-D WHITE POM POM CENTERS!!! Each headband is made with three color variations, light, medium, dark with the ric rac coordinating (not all ric rac colors are going to be an exact match, but they are close enough to be cute). Four colorways available are: pinks, purples, greens, turquoises..

The last thing to set off the perfect outfit though has got to be the shoes! Yes, Babybox.com sells baby shoes also. These adorable cow sneakers are perfect for your little boy or girl. Each shoe is handpainted with a happy cow face at the toe and cow print on the sides. Designed with a strong durable sole, these shoes are perfect for your active child. Also make a great baby gift (add onesie and socks) and addition to any wardrobe. Available in sizes ranging from infant to youth (see size chart on website).

Check your family trees and see how many potatoes fall out, as this weekend is St. Patrick’s Day and we are celebrating our Irish heritage by painting it green at Babybox.com. Happy St. Patrick’s Day my friends!

Get ready to dance a jig in these cute toe-tapping shoes. These adorable shamrock mary janes shoes are sparkly and fun all year, however especially perfect for St. Patrick’s day! Each shoe is hand-painted on a white canvas shoe.

They are available in infant/toddler whole sizes 1 – 10 only! Designed with a strong durable sole, these shoes are perfect for your active child. Also make a great baby gift and wonderful addition to any wardrobe. Available in sizes ranging from infant to youth.

If your Irish lineage touches more than your toes, than wear your shamrock proudly on your chest this year! This personalized shamrock pattern classic short sleeve tee shirt will look adorable on your kid. Designed with white and kelly green shamrock print, it is classic and unique. This classic style short sleeve tee shirt works on any child and comes in heather gray, white, navy, black, grass green,  or fuchsia. Made from 100% cotton and easy to care for, these tees come in sizes 2T, 4T and 6T, but you can also get other styles such as short and long sleeve lap tees, long sleeve tees, capsleeve tees, baseball tees and tank tops in sizes that range from 3months to 12 years.

Or if you just want to sport a little green this St Patrick’s Day, what about this pretty dress? This sweet personalized dress is perfect for any little girl. Made in the USA with the highest quality pique fabric, this dress is perfect for spring and summer. It slips on easily and you will enjoy watching your little girl prance around as a personalized princess! Now available in multiple toddler sizes, perfect for a pair of siblings. With a high waist and snap shoulder closures, this precious outfit is not only adorable but practical as well!

Whatever you wear, make sure that you have fun on this festive day. Put a few drops of green into your toddler’s milk, tint their morning pancakes a shade to match and serve them up on this appropriately designed personalized plate. Bring the element of nature in the mealtimes of your child with this Shamrock plate. The plate is approximately 10 inches in diameter and is dishwasher safe and non-toxic. It features a matte finish and can also be personalized in your choice of dish style, color and font. This BPA free plate is durable and safe for children of all age groups. It makes an excellent keepsake item that will be treasured for long time.

How can you not feel a little more love this time of year when all those hearts and flowers bedazzle everything in sight. Valentine’s Day is a great excuse to show your loved ones exactly how you feel. Sometimes life gets so busy that we forget to share the love, but we have some suggestions today for how you can let the special people in your life know that you really care.

5 TIPS FOR SHARING THE LOVE

 
• Make your loved ones their favorite snack:

During the chilly days of winter, that can mean only one thing: hot cocoa! Create the perfect hot cocoa gift by pairing it with our optional heart handle mini whisk. Optional whisks come with a white satin bow and a heart shaped handle that has a small opening so you can easily slip it through a hole. Some assembly required (punching a hole in the hot cocoa package and slipping the heart handle of the whisk through it.)

• Write love notes in your child’s lunch box:

Your little ones are going to love this rainbow hearts lunch box! These fabulous lunchboxes are perfect for storing toys, crafts or snacks in your home, car, class or for play dates. Personalize it with the child’s name!

These lunchboxes are made of 0.30 millimeter lead free tin and covered with high-tack adhesive on all sides. As an added bonus all lunchboxes comes with a chalkboard on inside lid. This is perfect for drawing or leaving a note for your child. How sweet is that?

 
• Remind them daily that you love them:

This “I Love You More Than…Girl” is a personalized wall art from Oopsy Daisy by artist Shelly Kennedy. It is an adorable way of announcing to a little girl that she is loved more than anything else in the world. This top quality canvas reproduction is stretched over wood bars with no glass to break. This piece is made using the Giclee printing process and has the look and feel of an original painting. It is equipped with a wire hanger on the back for easy wall displaying so no framing is required. It can be wiped clean with a soft, dry cloth. Makes a wonderful addition to any child’s room, playroom or even beach house. Designed by artist, Shelly Kennedy with biography attached to the back.

 
• Make time for them every day:

One way to do that is to take daily walks together and share how your day was while you celebrate the simple moments. So strap on your shoes and getting walking your way towards a stronger bond. These adorable maryjane shoes are perfect for your little girl. Each shoe is handpainted with cute loving hearts, and finished with a coordinating red bow. Designed with a strong durable sole, these shoes are perfect for your active child. Also make a great baby gift and wonderful addition to any wardrobe. Available in sizes ranging from infant to youth (see size chart below).

• Give a token of your love:
  Why not hang a beautiful heart-shaped necklace around your loved one’s neck this Valentine’s Day? The L’ Amore! Sterling silver heart shaped charm with delicate Czech stone is the perfect choice. The delicate charm of the simple heart will be the reminder that you love them unconditionally. Choose a base and layer it with any of the other charms in the collection for the perfect gift for anyone on your gift list.

school bus wall art canvas reproduction by max grover

Well, there’s no denying it. There is still plenty of heat in the day, but the nights are getting cooler. The sun sets a little earlier at night. The calendar has flipped past the hot days of July into August, and we all know what comes next. September and the return of school!

Insert kids booing & parents cheering here…

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While kids ring the most out of the last weeks of their summer vacation, parents cannot help but notice the “back to school” signs  everywhere they look. From the grocery store, to the pharmacy and of course all the malls and department stores with banners flying to proclaim their specials, back to school season is upon us. And while the kids might want to drag out their last precious days, I know there are many a parent out there ready and waiting to wave goodbye to the back end of the school bus in a few weeks.

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Before running out to buy all new backpacks, pencil cases and lunch boxes though, why not take a look at last year’s supplies. Do you really need to get a new backpack or will junior’s lunch fall through the hole he managed to wear in the bottom of it? How about that pencil case? Does the zipper still work? Can you still tell what the original color was? And that lunch box. Did you remember to empty it out after it got thrown in the corner last June? If you think that it might be better suited to a science experiment in the lab instead, perhaps it is time to start shopping.

bumblebee mary jane baby shoes

Never fear! Babybox.com has you covered for all your back-to-school needs. We have backpacks, lunch boxes, lunch bags and of course a wide assortment of clothing for both girls and boys, so that they can put their best foot forward on the first day of school. Oh, and we’ve got you covered there too, as we have loads of cute shoes to choose from as well. So if back to school shopping fever has struck you, why not check to see what Babybox.com has in store for you and your little ones. Both of you will be glad you did.

Those little feet that so recently were pushing and kicking away in your belly, have now finally emerged as the beautiful child in front of you. The time between a stationary baby and adventuring toddler is short though. Before you know it, your little bundle of joy will be taking those first steps to explore their world. Make sure they put their best foot forward, with proper footwear this summer. Look no further than Babybox.com for your children’s feet’s needs. With many cute shoes and socks available, you will be tempted to buy one of each.

Let’s start with these Sunny butterfly maryjanes shoes that will brighten your little girl’s day. Each shoe is handpainted cheerful yellow and decorated with beautiful butterflies at the toe and colorful flowers on the sides. Designed with a strong durable sole, these shoes are perfect for your active child. They also make a great baby gift and wonderful addition to any wardrobe.

What about these fun baseball sneakers that are absolutely perfect for your little boy or girl. Each shoe is handpainted with little baseballs throughout. They are again designed with a strong durable sole, so that your active child can get wherever they want to go fast -whether you like it or not!

Or why not a pair of moccasins? Babybox.com carries monogrammed moccasins by Little Raggio. Little Raggio is well known in the industry for manufacturing classic European-influenced handmade children’s shoes. The collection combines the fine art of shoe making with unique styling, craftsmanship, and the finest materials. Handmade of soft leather, in the baby sizes, these shoes have soft-knobbed soles and monogrammed grosgrain ribbon trim. The baby sizes with soft soles are suitable for newborn babies up to 24 months. Older sizes have a hard walking shoe bottom, for more active feet. Heck, we even have adult sizes, if you want a pair too!

Don’t forget about some socks to prevent blisters on your child’s little heels! Pick up some Trumpette Days of the Week socks and watch your baby run in style. These baby socks come in a set for each day of the week. They are 100% cotton with a little bit of spandex, so your little one won’t lose their little socks. Each has a non skid bottom. Seven pairs of baby socks with each day of the week knitted into each sock. The perfect gift for the baby who has everything!

Winter may not officially arrive for another week yet, but the temperatures outside certainly makes it feel wintry enough! Brrr! After running around buying those last minute Christmas gifts, you just need to warm back up again. Slip out of the coats and try one of these options to warm up with;

For starters, take off your babies outside shoes and slip their little feet into these cute slippers. These cozy sheepskin baby booties in baby blue are a perfect way to keep those little toes warm and cozy. The boots are made from soft sheepskin and have laces that tie up ankle-high for a cute and sure fit. The ‘deluxe’ shearling inslide provides a soft breathable insulation. A favorite of celebrities, these booties are a wonderful gift for that special boy. They also come in caramel and light pink for the little girls in your life too!

Once the feet begin to warm up,  its time to take care of the rest of the body. Surround your baby in this luxuriously soft and warm 100% cashmere blanket. They will not only look fashionable, but will be wrapped in the ultimate in comfort. Solid cable knit and ribbed trim design along the edges. The understated luxury and quality of each Rani Arabella piece derives from the commitment to creating exceptional products. Your baby will be all warm and atingle  in no time under this beautiful blanket!

With baby snug and warm, now its time to warm up the insides. How about a hot chocolate? With marshmallows, of course! Whip up some hot cocoa for the crowd, then place them on this new large personalized lucite tray by Dabney Lee. Perfect for delivering hot chocolate and for many other occasions! Put it on your coffee table with your favorite magazines; Use it to serve breakfast to guests with a splash of color in the morning – a great way to start your day! Also an elegant piece for parties. This clear piece can be made unique by choosing your swatch style, monogram style and color. Adds a splash of color to any room decor.

Now you can sit back by the roaring fire and relax, snug and warm for a winter evening.

Happy Halloween to all the little ghosts and goblins that will be out in force this Halloween weekend. It is a great time of laughter and fun, but make sure that the scares are all in how loud the “Trick or Treat!” can be screamed. Here are some tips for having fun and staying safe as the little ones go wandering the neighborhood on Halloween night.

Halloween Sneakers

• Wear bright colored costumes  for ease of  visibility. If your vampire must be dressed in all black, have them wear glow sticks or something reflective so that they can be seen by motorists after dark.  A flashlight is always a great option as well, that most kids will be thrilled to wield and shine everywhere.
• While masks can be spooky scary, they can also limit your child’s vision. A little face paint can do the trick to transform your little angel into a perfect devil, and still allow them to  run to the next house without missing a beat.
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  Personalized knit letter sweater

  Depending upon where you live, think about the weather. It can be chilly at night, even downright cold in some parts, so dress your child appropriately in a warm sweater and coat under their costumes.

• The whole neighborhood might sound like a good idea to hit up for loot, but a little forethought beforehand is always prudent. Plan out a route before you leave the house and stick to it, only going to those houses that have their lights on. There will be more than enough candy than the kids will need or you want them to have within a reasonably set boundary.
• If your children are older, a cell phone might be in order if they are going out with their friends. Have them call to check in and make sure that a curfew is set and stuck to for everyone’s safety and fun
• Another option if the weather is inclement in your neck of the woods is going the route of a mall, library or local children’s play place. There are many organizations that set up trick or treating inside or during the day over the Halloween weekend. Check your local listings for details.
• When it is all said and done, there is one last concern to take care of. Go through your children’s loot before you let them jump in, discarding any candy that is unwrapped, in torn packages or has holes in it. For your own sake and their little bellies, monitor how much sugar is ingested in one sitting. While it is tempting to devour everything in sight, too much candy will make a child sick, not to mention wired for sound.

Get out there and have some spooky fun. Have a safe and happy Halloween, from Babybox.com! BOO!!

personalized baby halloween gift set - kitty cat

Let’s get personal; about your children’s clothes that is. Babybox.com has so many options to personalize your child’s wardrobe. Let’s take a look;

From the top of their head;

Custom knit hats and scarves make a wonderful addition to any child’s wardrobe! Not only do they keep your child warm and cozy, they add a unique touch to their appearance. Our hand knit hats and scarves are custom made just for you from 100% pure cotton, in your choice of 22 beautiful colors, with or without personalization. Our custom designed hats and scarves are comfortable against your neck, never itchy or too warm like a wool scarf. When the season is over, toss them into the washer – no dry cleaning bills, ever. Express your individual style – have it designed any way you like from classic to funky, each is custom designed just for you! If you have a special coat or jacket you want to coordinate with, we can design your hat and scarf to match. For your older kids, go ahead and select your school colors, sports team colors or personal favorites. Each ear flap hat has tassels at the top and soft pieces that tie under the chin to keep the hat in place and your little one warm. Perfect for chilly days.

To the personalized middle;

For the cooler weather, this long sleeve bodysuit features a navy picot trim and is truly luxurious. Available in baby pink, baby blue or navy with personalization. Shown here in a script single initial monogram. Add the coordinating bib  to make this set truly special. Made of 100% pima cotton.

Make a stop at their cute bottoms;

These pique diaper covers are a wardrobe staple that will also make a memorable gift. The diaper covers are made with the highest quality Swiss imported pique fabric and trimmed with 100% cotton ric rac. Spying that added initial on their bums gives any wardrobe the height of personalized style.

Hike further down the body;

Dress your little one in comfort and style with these adorable overalls by Bella Bliss. The overalls feature shoulder button, elastic under arms and front pocket detail. Available in corduroy and cotton, many colors and can be personalized with child’s monogram. A great outfit for any occasion!

Right down to their personalized toes;

Little Raggio is well known in the industry for manufacturing classic European-influenced handmade children’s shoes. The collection combines the fine art of shoe making with unique styling, craftsmanship, and the finest materials. Handmade of soft leather, in the baby sizes, these shoes have soft-knobbed soles and monogrammed grosgrain ribbon trim. The baby sizes with soft soles are suitable for newborn babies up to 24 months. Older sizes have a hard walking shoe bottom.

As the days grow shorter and time inside grows longer the nesting instinct kicks in for many. We want to make our worlds cozier and warmer for the long winter ahead while we still have some energy left from the glory days of summer. A coat of paint to reflect the changing seasons can help, but what else can you do to curl into your home for a long spell of hibernation?

Well let’s start with the floor. Who wants to wake up to a chilly floor as you roll out of bed? Not I! So why not try a classy  rug to warm up the floors in your house. Serena & Lily Rugs are plush, hand-tufted wool rugs that coordinate perfectly with their collection of bedding and accessories. The rugs are available in several colors and offer a soft, stylish way to cover your floor. Made from the finest material, the rugs are available in two different sizes to work for all rooms. A rug pad is recommended for use under the carpet. With Serena & Lily rugs and other accessories, your room will have a decorator’s touch in no time.

If the floors are cold, then you might not be surprised to find the windows cool to the touch as well. To keep the heat in at night, curtains are the key. You can open them in the morning to let in the precious light and potentially the heat that comes with it. For you crafty types, why not try making your own curtains to match the decor of your room. At Babybox.com, there are all kinds of cute, high-quality fabrics to choose from when contemplating curtains. The Embroidered Pink Dot on White Fabric by the yard is a great way to give your nursery that decorator’s touch you are going for. Use the fabric in your wall decorations, cribs, toys, and play areas. Make coordinating pillows, curtains, toy bags and other accents. We carry all the New Arrival fabrics that are used in the bedding sets. Coordinating fabric is a great way to accent your room.

So you crawl out of bed and  open the blinds to let in the light of day. Reach for the house coat to keep the warmth of sleep going for a little while longer. This cozy youth robe will make your child feel all grown up, just just like Mom and Dad. Not just for grown ups…kids too can wrap up in their very own CozyChic Cover Up. This sumptuously soft and cushy robe is made from CozyChic®, a machine-washable microfiber that won’t ever shrink or pill. Each robe includes a hood and is washable and dryable. Perfect for a day at the pool, a post shower cover up or just a lazy weekend at home. The greatest feature of Barefoot Dreams is that it gets softer and cozier with each washing!

While bare feet are all the rage in the hot summer months, come this time of year the slippers are a welcome addition back. Check out these cozy pink baby booties that scream adorable for your baby girl. Made from 100% butter-soft sheepskin, each booty is hand-sewn using sturdy blanket stitching to keep your tots tootsies comfy, cozy, and snuggly soft. The laces tie up ankle-high for a cute and sure fit, while the shearling not only looks ‘deluxe’, but provides a soft, breathable insulation to feel ‘deluxe’. A favorite of celebrities, these booties make a great gift for girls.