Let me look into my crystal ball…

I see a good week ahead of you. There will be smiling children’s faces, rays of sunshine touching your skin by the end of the week and productivity in the tasks that you attend to. What do you think the odds of that happening are? I would like to hope they are good odds, but I might have to look again into that bit of crystal to be sure. Would you like to look at my crystal too? Perhaps you will see something different (like children’s room decor or jewelry)? I predict that you will like what Babybox’s crystals show you though! Just take a look and see…

You can find crystals aplenty here, in addition to a beautiful crystal ball. This ornate vintage-inspired 6-light Empire chandelier has been painted a soft antique white. It is draped with long sparkly crystal chains and decorated with plenty of teardrop prisms, fancy-cut glass bobeches and a gorgeous large crystal ball. Sophisticated, elegant and sparkly, a touch of vintage Glamour…

There is even more sparkle where that came from. Add it to your furniture and watch the whole room come alive. The light of day is reflected in Babybox’s delicate crystal knobs. This crystal drawer knob set is a great way to accent a dresser or armoire. The perfectly faceted clear solid crystal knob is sure to make furniture special and enhance your decor.

The sparkle of crystal is tempting for more than just lighting or your furniture though. You can adorn yourself in crystal too! Look no further than this silver vintage starburst brooch to add a touch of pizzazz to your step. This sparkling brooch with hand-set crystal stones is an elegant way to bring the beauty of crystals to your outfit. It is approximately 1 3/4″ in diameter with a pin backing. You will certainly get the wow factor that crystals demand.

Sometimes a hint of sparkle is all that you need though. In that case, why not choose these pristine deco drop earrings to shine in. The deco faceted CZ and Czech crystals adorn delicate vintage inspired drops. Your lobes will catch the sun and the eye of anyone you pass with their perfect 1/2″ drop length and sterling silver fish hook earwire.

Happy Friday everyone! And a big TGIF from me today. It has been a busy week! You know what the nice thing about it is though? This weekend Daylight Savings Time ends! That’s right! On Sunday, November 6th don’t forget to wake up and set those clocks back an hour. Then perhaps fall right back into bed for an extra hour’s sleep too! It works so much better in the Fall, don’t you think?

So when someone asks you, “Do you know the time?”, you can say “Yes, I do!” and check the clock on the wall that you reset before bed. Like this one here: the bunny or teddy clock! These adorable 5 x 7 inch clocks with soft teddy and bunny figures are perfect for capturing that special moment for your baby. They come in pink, blue and white. The pink frame has a sweet white bunny. The blue one has a cuddly brown bear. Add a matching picture frame to complete the set! These make a great gift for any lucky little baby and will fit perfectly into any new baby’s decor.

A good idea at this time of year is to check and change the batteries in your clock while you are it. Maybe head over to the big box store and stock up today then, as you won’t be able to resist adding this clock to your home either. This pink table top clock makes any nursery or children’s room fun. Ball feet, whimsical clock hands, and funky numbers make this clock unique. Available in pink, blue, and green stripe. A great time piece for any room.

While the other clocks are cute for the baby’s and kid’s rooms, you need one for your space too! Now this is a clock that is just the thing for Mom’s office. This personalized desk clock is a snazzy way to keep track of time. It adds dazzle to your desk, dresses up your dresser or pretties up your powder room with this eye catching timekeeper.

It measures 4″ square with rounded corners, clockworks with 2 hands and has an acrylic stand. You can custom design it with any of our icons, plus personalization is available. What better time than now to get one!

One other thing, while you are changing the batteries in your clocks. Now is the perfect time to change the batteries in your smoke detectors as well. A smoke detector is the first line of defense for you and your family in the case of a fire. The warning you receive from a properly placed smoke detector can make the difference between life and death, in some cases. It is a proven fact that smoke detectors save lives. So why not take the time this weekend to check all your smoke detectors and put fresh batteries in them all. You should have a smoke detector on every level of your home. They should also be outside of any sleeping areas. And that is our public service announcement of the day! So enjoy that extra hour of sleep on Sunday, but use your rested self to keep yourself safe  and service those smoke detectors! You only want to see the fire truck pedal car in the yard, not the real thing! Have a great weekend!!

Brr, there certainly is a nip in the air! Forget Autumn, I suspect that Old Man Winter will be knocking on our door before we know it. I swear I even saw my breath this morning when I was getting the kids ready for school. While you might have pulled out the sweaters, jackets and hats, have you thought about warming up your house too? I am not talking about the furnace (although I have turned mine on already!). I am thinking more along the lines of warming up your decor. Here, let me show you;

Why don’t we start with the floor. Those beautiful hardwood floors shine in the summer, but can be a little chilly first thing in the morning when you are running to the bathroom. Why not warm up the floor with this beautiful area rug. The colorful Sky Dots Rug by DwellStudio is the perfect floor covering for any room. The cheerful circle pattern will transform your child’s space into a bright and cheery place. Made from fine wool in a variety of aqua hues, this rug adds a unique touch to your decor. The sky dots rug is designed to coordinate with the Dwell Studio bedding and crib collections or it works by itself!

Why is it that you don’t want to get out of bed in the first place? Why, because you are nice and toasty warm under your new duvet of course! Everyone knows that duvets offer a warmth unparalleled in the winter. This duvet is no different. Little House Bandana Breeze Duvet adds a delightful touch to a girls decor. The cheerful print fabrics in 100% cotton are classic and fun. The duvet features Bandana Breeze Duvet fabric reversing to Euro Stripe Breeze. Add matching pillowcases, bed skirt and pillows to create a fabulous room.

Another reason not to get out of bed is because it is still so dark in the morning! I don’t know about you, but if the sun isn’t up yet, its still night time in my world. One way to fix that is by adding a little more light on the scene. Presto, we have the gold crystal dangle lamp-green floral bouquet shade. The Gold Crystal Dangle Glass Ball Lamp Base is an elegant lighting fixture for any room. The base features delicate crystals hanging from the center of the lamp base. The green dupioni silk large shade is beautifully adorned by hand with silk ribbon and pearls.

(*Psst! We just wanted to let you know that BabyBox.com is also offering Complimentary Ground Shipping on all Lighting Orders at this time. Please enter coupon freeship at check out.)

And our last suggestion is to warm up the walls in your home. Sure you could paint everything red and feel the heat that way, but what about a nice warm picture to remind you of warmer days instead? These boys know what they are doing with that roaring fire they have going! It will be sure to warm your heart on the coming cold winter nights. This “Campfire Kids” wall art from Oopsy Daisy by Maria Carluccio is an incredibly detailed portrayal of a group of adventurous young boys taking on nature. This top quality canvas reproduction is made using the Giclee printing process and has the look and feel of an original painting. Each piece is stretched over wood bars with no glass to break and is equipped with a wire hanger on the back for easy wall displaying. No additional framing is necessary. Each canvas is decoratively finished along the 3/4 inch thick sides. 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 Maria Carluccio and it comes with her biography attached to the back.

BabyBox.com is wishing you warm thoughts for this coming weekend. Maybe you will get the chance to warm up your decor too! Contact us. We can help!

Across the country children have returned to school for another year, or are anxiously counting their last few days of freedom before it begins. Honestly, we don’t know why back to school time can be dreaded so much though. The start of the school year is an exciting time of learning and fun! Children get to see friends they haven’t seen all summer, meet new friends and teachers, plus get to start participating in all the great extracurricular activities that have been dormant all summer. Yes, after the day’s learning is done and the bell has rung, it is time to head out for the extracurricular activities that help to make your child a well-rounded individual. Whether it be football, ballet, lacrosse or piano lessons, get your children signed up for something soon and watch them blossom into the fabulous people they long to be. In honor of all the fun, Babybox.com would like to highlight some of the sports and activities that are available out there for your child, and that you might like to bring home for your child.

If lacrosse is the game of choice at your house, look what we have here. The “Lacrosse Athlete” wall art from Oopsy Daisy by Aaron Christensen uses large icons of the game and bold colors to make modern artwork. This top quality canvas reproduction is made using the Giclee printing process and has the look and feel of an original painting. Each piece is stretched over wood bars, glass-free, and comes ready to hang! No framing is required. This is the ideal surface for kids’ rooms as there is no glass to break! Artwork is finished on all sides and comes with a wire hanger for wall mounting. It can easily be wiped clean with a soft, dry cloth. Makes a great gift idea. Designed by artist Aaron Christensen and it comes with his biography attached to the back.

When football is on your child’s mind all the time, why not think about putting it on their chests too! This personalized football pattern classic long sleeve tee shirt (youth size) will look adorable on any boy. Designed with red, brown and white football print, it is classic and unique. Same style as our classic style long sleeve tee, but available in larger sizes for older children. Made from 100% cotton and easy to care for. While youth sizes come in 8, 10 and 12, we also carry infant and toddler sizes, as well as short-sleeve, capsleeve, tank tops and baseball tees available in this design.

For your little prima ballerina, give her a ballerina all her own to love. The Ballerina Pal Knit Doll is the perfect way to enjoy a playdate. The adorable ballet dancer is decorated with a hand knit dress complete with fun tutu. So soft and cuddly, this Sweeters Pals can be personalized and done with brown or blond hair. She can practice her pliés, then get her knit doll to copy everything that she does! It makes a great companion for any girl.

Every baby boy will love this sports-themed baby blanket personalized with their name! Choose from three super-soft fabrics in a wide array of colors to make this blanket the perfect complement to any nursery, stroller or play area. Part of the charm of this blanket is that each is handmade. Each design is hand-traced and cut by hand, and a lot of attention to the special requests made for each blanket. As a result, it generally takes four to six weeks for an order to be completed.

Do your kids live, dream and eat everything sports related? Here we have perfect thing for just that child – the sports baby plate. It is ideal for your sporty little boy or girl! With fun, kid print in the center and sports equipment bordering its edge, this plate will bring smiles to every meal. The border is hand-painted including items from all sporting activities, from football to tennis. In the center you can personalize the plate with any name you wish. The plate is orderable in two sizes, 8.5 or 10.5 inches and can have a custom message on the back.

Do you have a budding musician at your house? This Schoenhut’s® “Elite baby grand piano” is designed keeping the three-to-nine-year-old in mind. This toddler sized piano is the perfect choice for introducing a young child to the world of music. This piano is fun and educational (and also extremely durable). It is the ideal instrument to promote eye-hand coordination and develop musical creativity. This smaller version of grand piano is designed for a child with serious musical aspirations. Perfect for practicing at home after music lessons.

Who would have known? Today is National Aviation Day in the US. Way back in 1939, President Franklin D. Roosevelt proclaimed that August 19th should mark this date to commemorate the history and glory of aviation. Why the 19th you wonder? Well it seemed appropriate, as it was Orville’s Wright’s birthday and he is credited with the first successful flight back in 1903. Those precious 12 seconds and 120 feet, began the age of flight that we take for granted today. With that first tentative soaring jump off the ground, the sky was no longer the limit. So today, we salute all that the Wright brothers helped to start and make possible. Babybox.com loves airplanes too, so watch out as we let them soar through our blog today.

Let’s go back to the start of the aviation age with a look at some vintage airplanes. The Vintage Airplanes sleigh crib by Sweet Beginnings brings an aviation theme to the room. The crib with its classic plane motif will enthrall your young pilot. Handpainted and made from fine wood, the crib is available in many colors so that you can truly customize the piece to match any child’s room or decor. There are three mattress height settings. This crib is heirloom quality and sure to be enjoyed for years to come. Here is the perfect start for a budding aviation enthusiast to come!

What better thing to hang over that vintage airplane sleigh crib, than an airplane mobile! Your little one can pretend to be a pilot while watching these small colorful airplanes flying over head. The bright red, yellow, blue and green planes float gently around a cloud and will delight your future aviator for hours. This mobile is mounted on strings and pre-assembled with the hanger system. You just need to “click” the single elements together. Made in Denmark. Makes a wonderful addition to any room.

When your child’s collection of airplanes gets too big for the top of the dresser, it might be time to look for more storage space. This vintage airplane hand painted toy chest by Art for Kids is the perfect thing! It is a great addition to any child’s room. Use it to store toys and other items and add fun to the room. Makes a great gift for that special boy in your life or even that little girl that can’t get enough of airplanes.

And if there aren’t enough airplanes in your child’s room, then why not hang some on the walls. This “Airport” Oopsy daisy Wall art by Jill McDonald, brings the thrilling and exciting world of airports and airplanes into your child’s room. This top quality canvas reproduction is made using the Giclee printing process and has the look and feel of an original painting. Each piece is stretched over wood bars with no glass to break and is equipped with a wire hanger on the back for easy wall displaying. No additional framing is necessary. Each canvas is decoratively finished along the 3/4 inch thick sides. 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 Jill McDonald and it comes with his biography attached to the back.

Heck, why not even dress your little aviation enthusiast in their own airplane pjs! Busy Bees classic vintage inspired loungewear is the ultimate statement in stylish lounging. Elastic drawstring waist, long sleeves and contrast button stitching in luxurious cotton. Airplanes pjs in a chic charcoal grey with grey piping. Sizes 12m, 18m, 2-12. This lounge wear will be your little guys favorite pjs for a long time to come.

And with that, we thank the Wright Brothers for starting us out on the right flight path to soar to the sky and beyond!

Oh no! When we went to the zoo, we forgot to see all the water animals! So,

MOMMY’S TAKIN’ US TO THE ZOO TOMORROW!
Zoo tomorrow, zoo tomorrow!
Mommy’s takin’ us to the zoo tomorrow
And we can stay all day!*

But this time we are headed to the water. So grab a towel and join us, as Babybox.com heads back to the zoo to check out the wet ‘n wild animals there.

At the outside tank, we can see the seals! How fun. BabyBox’s  “Seal with Ball” wall art from Oopsy Daisy by artist Stephanie Bauer has the perfect balance of fun and color with an acrobatic seal. This top quality canvas reproduction is made using the Giclee printing process and has the look and feel of an original painting. Each piece is stretched over wood bars with no glass to break and is equipped with a wire hanger on the back for easy wall displaying. No additional framing is necessary. Each canvas is decoratively finished along the 3/4 inch thick sides. 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 Stephanie Bauer and it comes with a biography attached to the back.

Moving on, a look inside takes us to the large aquariums that are teaming with fish. We are partial to the seahorses, but love all our underwater friends. The ceramic name plaque with underwater motif is a great way to personalize your child’s room. Each tile is handpainted with adorable fish and your child’s name. The original artwork is heat-sealed into each plaque, ensuring a high-quality finish, and a long lasting keepsake. Each tile measures 6 x 8 and comes with coordinating ribbons, already assembled and ready to hang. Makes a great gift for the sea-loving little one in your life.

My goodness, but the animals over there look rather ferocious! Oh, why that is a group of  preschoolers on a field trip. Ha! The alligator they are looking at is kind of intriguing though. Yes, your kids are going to love this one. Its an alligator lunch box. This whimsical alligator will make lunch time fun! These fabulous lunchboxes are perfect for storing toys, crafts or snacks in your home, car, class or for play dates. Personalize with the child’s name or monogram, it’s up to you! (As an added bonus all lunchboxes come with a dry erase sheet affixed to the inside of the lunchbox lid. This is perfect for drawing or leaving a note for your child. How sweet is that?)

We can’t leave without a look into the shark tank. While a great white might make you nervous, Babybox has the perfect solution that will guarantee a smile. Your child will love this soft terry sea inspired robe with friendly shark. Fun to wear and cozy after bath, beach or pool, your child enjoy wrapping themselves up in this fun hooded towel. This Terrycloth Shark Robe is reel-y fun and oh, so fin!

We’ve had a splashing good time exploring the zoo with you. What was your favorite animal? Thanks for joining us and come back soon!

*Lyrics by Peter, Paul and Mary

Dear Daddy;

Happy Father’s Day!

I love you so much. I love your hugs and all the smiles you share with me. I love the way you take time to play with me, especially when we toss the baseball back and forth. That is always fun! I can almost even catch the ball now. You keep telling me soon that I will be able to throw it even further. I can’t wait until we practice again.

When you take me fishing and show me how to put worms on the hook, I always feel so grown up and special. I remember how you even let me lift that little sunfish up in the net last time too. Super cool, Dad! Yeah, no one else makes me feel the way that you do. Those quiet times together are some of my favorite times with you. I love you soo much!

I can’t forget all those nights that you have tucked me into bed and read me lots and lots of stories though. “My Very Own® Pirate Tale” is my bestest favorite one for you to read to me too!  Don’t tell Mommy, but you read it better than her. You get the pirate voices better than she does every time.

Mommy said that I was supposed to tell you that you are a great cook too.  She said that you barbeque the best hot dogs of anyone ever. She said that maybe one day you would even teach me how to cook too! I have my apron ready,  whenever you say I am big enough.

You are an important part of our family and I am glad that you are my Dad. I love you lots and lots, forever and ever. Happy Father’s Day!

Yes, summer is officially here. With temperatures rising and the school bell rung for the final time, now is the time to enjoy all there is to do during summer vacations. My favorite stop is to the beach. Children cannot resist the  lure of picking up sea shells with the lull of ocean’s waves in the background. Truth be told, neither can I. This large shoulder basket bag is inspired by the sea, adorned as it is with a starfish detailing. It is a handy item to tote along to the beach as there is lots of room for sunscreen, a bottle of water, your camera for taking photos of your little ones playing on the shore,  and maybe a good book in case you get a moment to relax yourself. Ha, ha, good luck with that!

With your book quickly forgotten, it is time to dive right into the day. The best wear for the beach is swim ware of course, so pull on your bikini. Well, maybe a tankini to hide the reminders that may be still lingering on your mid-section from your baby’s time spent there. Don’t let that stop you from dressing your bundle of fun up cute though. The Emma Floral bathing suit by MN Bird is darling. The pink dotted tank suit with ruffle is made from from 85% Nylon and 15% Spandex and is comfortable and pretty. It has spaghetti straps that cross at back giving it a stylish and feminine look. For the ultimate set for your little girl, add the matching white bucket hat. This versatile bucket hat is designed from 100% cotton and protects little faces from the sun. Functional and stylish, even while playing hard at the beach!

Ultimately the day must come to an end though. As the sun sets on a perfect day, it is time to pack up all the new found shells, beach toys and gather up the wet towels and bathing suits. If you don’t want to jam the wet suits in with your camera and book, here is a solution. Take along the don’t go changing clothes holder. It is the perfect place to keep wet items you want to keep separate, as it has a waterproof liner.  There is hope that you might return to your book one day.

While the day might fade into memories, you can enjoy the feelings any time with this “A Day At The Beach” wall art from Oopsy Daisy by Mari Takabayashi. It brings the fun and frolic from the beach right  into your child’s room. This top quality canvas reproduction is stretched over wood bars with no glass to break. It can even be wiped clean with a soft, dry cloth. It makes a wonderful addition to any child’s room, playroom or even beach house, so that the beach fun will continue to  last for many moons to come.

Kids are often fascinated with outer space, space ships, and new worlds to explore beyond our own. Do you have a child that dreams of being an astronaut when they grow up? A great party theme for both boys and girls is Outer Space. Here are some ideas to plan a Space Odyssey Birthday Party.

Space Time Craft Time

What Kind of Space Food can you Serve?

Do your kids have aspirations to be a NASA astronaut? Kids can pretend to go on a space mission with this space shuttle. Kids can pretend to be on their own aeronautic missions in their own backyard or bedroom! Our new Space Shuttle is sturdy UV protected, fire retardant fiberglass, and can be custom designed to your specific desires. Open flight windows and doors, heavy duty paint and appliqued thrusters make our scaled-down Space Shuttle ready for kid action.