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smitherman & barnwell

Smitherman & Barnwell's Fall/Winter Collection is the most precious we've seen for winter occasions. Their gowns are simply "luxury at its best". We love this beautiful dress...perfect for your little princess. This dress is part of their Ballerina Collection. Make sure you view their entire collection at It's a Rag Dolls Life. This is the perfect dress for Christmas cards and Holiday parties.


wipe containers, hats, brooches...

We've found a little something for moms and toddlers to accessorize with...

If you've got kids, then you've no doubt got wipe containers in every location for easy-access! Instead of taking out drab containers all hours of the day, why not add some color and style with these Made By Angie Wipe Containers! Choose from one of her many cloth fabrics and add some spice to the nursery, the diaper bag, or the car....A fun gift! $25




An adorable little hat for your adorable little boy! Dads will love to see their new baby boys in this football hat by Baby Cappelli. Perfect to keep baby...and dad warm this winter. Choose from football and dump truck at Polka Tot. $22


Accessorize with your little one! Moms will love these adorable flower brooches by Bonita. Be creative and add style to your purse, hat, diaper bag...or your jacket lapel. They even make an adorable matching flower tee for baby - so you can hit your next playdate in style. Choose from a variety of fabulous colors for both you and baby!


piggy story placemat sets


The 'Perfect Set' Placemat by The Piggy Story is an adorable gift for the little girl who loves tea parties and kitchen play. The placemat has four pockets - one for fork, spoon, napkin, and an extra for whatever she needs to bring. Just roll, tie, and she can bring her set with her on the road. Combine with their ?Chef Mini? Apron and it's sure to inspire her to join Mommy in the kitchen. This apron is as cute as can be!


mama calling cards, keepsake books, photo jewelry...

These days moms are moving at a fast pace and in five directions at once to try and keep up with everyone?s schedules. Instead of being known as "Jacklyn's Mom", Event Bliss has come up with a hip new concept to help you stay connected and keep your identity...with Mama Calling Cards! Pass them out at your child's school, daycare, or at playgroup! Choose from 5 stylish designs and customize with your name, phone number, email address...and, of course, who's mom you are!


Poppy & Mimi Treasured Tales Books offers modern moms a stylish way to remember once-in-a-lifetime memories of their little ones. We love their wide range of cloth covers, which will please funky, classic, or more traditional personalities. Pages come with pre-printed prompts like ?Your first tantrum occurred when/where...? and ?You had us laughing out loud when...? for you to fill in. Simple! A classy keepsake gift for the holidays!

They were made for Brittany at her Baby Shower...and they can be made for you, too...to find under the tree this Christmas! These fabulous keepsake pieces are a stylish way to showcase your cherished little ones. Just choose your favorite photos to be made into a bracelet, necklace, key chain, or tree ornament. A fabulous gift for moms and grandmothers! Find them at Pampered Tot.



sam & bellie chalkmats

These chalkmats by Sam & Bellie are the perfect gift to give and to get! They come in fantastic prints and roll up to a compact size for travel. Entertain your little one while dining out or at appointments. You'll love how stylish this product is, and the fun it provides.


haba bear dominoes

Kids will love to play with these colorful Haba Bear Dominos! A classic domino game for little ones to play with you or their pals! A perfect stocking stuffer! Find it at Dandelion Baby.


monogrammed cuff links

A perfect gift for Dad...monogrammed ocket cuff links. Now Dad can keep photos of his favorite people with him while away and on the job. These beautiful cuff links open to reveal two tiny photos in each locket. Engrave them with initials to make the perfect personalized gift. A great gift for Grandpa, too. Find them at RedEnvelope.


monkey pals

These adorable little handknit monkeys by Anne Claire Petite are just baby?s size. Colorful, happy faces for them to look at and soft enough to smooch! A great stocking stuffer...and pal to keep baby company in the car and on the floor. Find them at Kid Simone.


gifts...and a chat w/ Santa!

Here's a gift for each child on your list...and personal chat with Santa that will top the chart!

Looking for a one-of-a-kind gift for that special little girl who loves dolls? Depending on its configuration, Penelope PeaPod is a doll in a bassinet, a doll in a playpen, or a sweet and stylish handbag (perfect for little girls between the ages of 3 and 8). Doll included. Find this at Pampered Tot.


Every child loves a Doctors Kit...and we found the perfect one at Dandelion Baby. This metal suitcase with wooden handles contains a perscription book, wooden syringe, medicine bottle, thermometer, band-aid, and more. This classic set is a throw-back to the old durable set.


Cuddly bears are always a favorite gift. The soft Flat Out Bear is made of 100% pure Australian sheepskin. Plush and luxurious, these beautiful bears are perfect for all ages. Known as the Ultimate Luxury Teddy Bear, it is a favorite of Jennifer Garner and other celebs. Comes witha "please phone home" stitched-in label, with room for your phone number. Get your Flat Out Bear at Peanut Butter & Lili.


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Keep your little ones believing with a Personalized Phone Call or Letter from Santa Claus! We've found a site that brings you and your little 'believers' the new and improved Santa Claus! Founded by a mom with three little believers of her own, SantaSpeaking.com offers children a way to contact Santa - from home!

Instead of taking them to sit on Santa's lap at the mall, give them a more magical and personal experience from SantaSpeaking.com. The Santa who calls your little one this season will know his name, know what grade she's in...and even what they got on their last report card! The look on their faces and sound in their voices will be priceless!

Go to SantaSpeaking.com now and set up a live, personalized phone call from Santa (with the recording available as a keepsake), for your little ones to receive a letter from Santa (which comes in a bright tube filled with Santa's Magic Dust), or to check out their amazing Reindeer Cam, listen to Santa's Groovy Hits, read The North Pole Gossiper...and much more!

An exciting and BELIEVABLE memory for children to cherish for a lifetime!


product showcase

Expecting a special delivery this season? Look to Simply to Impress for custom and innovative photo birth announcements and shower invitations.

Founder of Simply to Impress, Heather Hasse, takes pride in dedicating her time to creating one-of-a-kind announcements for you to cherish for a lifetime. Once a one-woman-company, her now team of professionals still strive to bring you business the old-fashioned way...with integrity, hardwork, and respect.



You'll be amazed at how Simply to Impress can take any of your favorite photos of baby and turn them into a beautiful announcement. Choose from collections that feature different styles and presentations. We love how they can turn your birth announcments into frameable keepsakes. Now you can send family a 5x7 announcement that can be framed and admired for years. If you're looking to glam up that photo card, choose to wrap your announcement in a translucent pochette.



With all of these choices you may feel a little overwhelmed. Simply to Impress is dedicated to providing their clients with top-notch customer service. Simply call, and they will help you create the announcement that you envision. While you're browsing, be on the lookout, too, for their new Twin Collection!

Simple to Impress is unique, affordable...and simply impressive!

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