Nola's Blog

Pedal Toy Cars for Toddlers

2008-10-28T00:50:00.001-07:00

My daughter is really into cars these days, especially red cars. One of the games we play on the road is to spot red cars. "One red car, mommy! Another red car!..." She gets so excited each time a red car passes by. This morning, we actually spotted seven red cars on the way to her preschool.

These toy cars look so cool, shiny and sleek, very well-made. I thought the 1965 Mustang would be perfect for Nola. But the 1932 Pink Ford Roadster looks so cute and girly. What do you guys think?

About the 1932 Pink Ford Roadster:
Officially licensed by Ford Motor Company, the ‘32 Ford Roadsters feature chrome "Ford" hubcaps, detailed '32 grille, working trunk, custom graphics and real hood louvers. These cars are sure to thrill children and collectors alike.

Specifications
Dimensions - Height (Inches) 21
Dimensions - Length (Inches) 39
Dimensions - Width (Inches) 18
Gross Weight (lbs.) 29

Finish Lead-Free Baked Enamel Paint, Chromed hub caps, headlights and tail lights.
Materials: Solid rubber wheels (8 inch) and pedals (3 positions), Stamped steel construction, clear plastic windshield.

Price: $279.00

Tiered Patchwork Dress from Youpi

2008-10-27T01:30:00.000-07:00

I thought this tiered patchwork dress from Youpi (a Japanese brand) is very cute.

price: US$22.00

Teething Bling by Smart Mom

2008-10-27T01:03:00.000-07:00

When I first saw these necklaces, I was like "why didn't I find these when Nola was teething!" If you have a little baby who is currently teething, you know what I'm talking about. Teething babies constantly need stuff to chew on. Necklaces, for some reason, always become delicious eye-candy for curious babies. Conventional jewelry can pose a serious choking hazard for infants. Teething Bling by Smart Mom, on the other hand, is a line of jewelry designed to be chewed by the little ones. Teething Bling products are completely non-toxic and 100% lead-free, as well as being free of phalate, BPA, PVC, and latex. They are made from silicone and are totally dishwasher and food safe. What I like most about the Teething Bling jewelries is that they are not only baby-friendly, but also mommy friendly because they are beautiful, simple and stylish in design. You can be a mom and still feel pretty, and sexy, and hip.

More Marimekko Patterns for Kids

2008-10-26T01:22:00.000-07:00

These colorful patterns from Marimekko will certainly create a happy mood for nurseries and children’s rooms.

Marimekko的这些色彩缤纷的图案肯定会为婴儿房和儿童房营造一个快乐的心情

Childrenswear from Marimekko, Autumn 2008

2008-10-25T01:47:00.000-07:00

I just love the patterns and colors on these dresses: intricate, elegant, and eye-catching. They are beautiful and comfortable enough for both everyday wear and special occasions. The flowered dresses are truly every little girl's dream come true.

Designers: Samu-Jussi Koski & Mika Piirainen

About Marimekko:
Marimekko Corporation is a leading Finnish textile and clothing design company that was established in 1951. The company designs, manufactures and markets high-quality clothing, interior decoration textiles, bags and other accessories under the Marimekko brand, both in Finland and abroad.

我就是喜欢这些裙子的样子和颜色：有点复杂，优雅，同时有吸引眼球。它们足够漂亮和舒服，既可以平时穿又可以在特殊场合穿。那些花花裙子是每个小女孩梦想的。
设计师：Samu-Jussi Koski & Mika Piirainen
关于Marimekko:：
Marimekko:公司是创建于1951年的最大的芬兰纺织和面料设计公司。公司设计，制造，和经销高质量面料，室内装饰纺织品，还有Marimekko品牌下的包包和其他配饰，其业务在芬兰国内外都有。

Nest High Chair

2008-10-25T01:23:00.001-07:00

A Girl's Treasure Doll Clothes

2008-10-24T01:32:00.000-07:00

I came across this amazing site (mytreasure.biz) that sells American Girl doll clothes, doll shoes and accessories for all 18 inch dolls and 15 inch Bitty Baby. Their collection of doll clothes are simply incredible. Some outfits are very classic, some are modern, others are stylish and chic. But all are beautifully made. Even the accessories like bags, hats and shoes are so cute, and carefully designed to match each outfit. If a grown woman like me craves for a beautiful doll like these, just imagine how much your little girl would love them...

我凑巧发现了这个网站，它专卖为18英寸洋娃娃和15英寸宝贝Bitty所定做的洋娃娃衣服，鞋子，还有配饰。这些洋娃娃服装系列简直是不可思议，有些是经典的，有些是时髦的，还有些是时尚和别致的。但是所有的衣服都是精心制作的。甚至那些包包，帽子，鞋子之类的配饰都是那么Q，精心设计，与衣服相配。如果象我这样的大人爱死这些洋娃娃，想象一下小女孩看到它们会如何疯狂。

Cute, Cute, Cute Baby Shoes

2008-10-23T22:00:00.000-07:00

"Aren't these the cutest shoes you've ever seen?" I said.
"No more new shoes for Nola (our almost 3-year-old daughter)." My husband said.
"I'm not buying. I'm just looking..." I said.
Women, and shoes...

Little Hands Children's Wallpapers

2008-10-23T21:58:00.000-07:00

After we put down the deposit for the big new house, this has been the question on my mind: "How am I going to decorate Nola's new room?" Besides furniture, lighting, rug, curtain... wall decoration is quite big these days. Then, thanks to Google, I found this Portuguese wall decor company called Little Hands, creating the most amazing children's wallpaper murals I've seen. The murals feature the interesting daily lives of different animal characters - like piggies, bunnies, pandas, penguins, duckies, mice, flamingos, and mermaids."...the unique and unconventional approach...subtly rebel a little against traditional nursery decoration. It is bound to be adored by babies and children from all over."

About the company:
Little hands are established by Leonor Feijó and Marta Belo.Leonor Feijó, finished her BA in photography in London College of Communication in 2004, she also dedicates her time to illustration.Marta Belo, graduated in arquitecture in Escola Superior Artistica do Porto in 2003. She teaches drawing lessons in a college, the rest the time she dedicates her time also to illustration, mainly to children books.

自从我们付了新房子的定金后，我就总是在想一个问题：“我该怎么装饰我们NOLA的新房间呢？”除了家具，灯，地毯，窗帘，现在墙也是一个很重要的问题。还是要感谢GOOGLE，
我找到了这个名叫 LITTLE HANDS的葡萄牙墙壁装饰公司，他们有我所见过的最漂亮的小朋友墙纸壁画。壁画中的形象都是不同的日常动物形象，象小猪啊，兔宝宝啊，熊猫，企鹅，小鸭子，小老鼠，火烈鸟，以及美人鱼。
“用独特和非常规的方法，小小的打破了传统的小孩房间装饰，它得到了所有小朋友和宝宝的崇拜。”