v 6 issue 2: Just for Me

This week we review products that are personalized for your little ones. Products include clothing, room decor and more. Great gifts!


Cover by Keri Walters










1 Stocked with photo albums, insert pages, and accessories, aimeej.com has all the products needed for "remembering made easy". The Kids Album/Scrapbook is covered with a sturdy, handmade construction paper and bound with a corduroy spine. Each album comes with 10 page protectors and white paper to get you started. Can be personalized by adding your child's name, picture, and/or scrapbook kits. Enter code: ttrends for 10% off purchases.

2 Creative Carpet Design lets you design a rug the way YOU want it. Whether you are having trouble finding just the right rug to match decor or need a little inspiration, this is the place to go for a special area rug. Many photos are available on site to get your creative juices flowing. Take a peek! You'll like what you see. Enter code: KTW15 for 15% off purchases.

3 Letter Learning is a teacher created card company using pre-made words to make it easy for children to write independently. Plenty of blank space to personalize to their hearts content. Choose from ala cart cards or purchase a variety gift pack for all occasions. Enter code: TTW20 for 20% off purchases.

4 Cute as a bug indeed! Define Me Clothing Company carries adorable graphic tees for both boys and girls. One of our favorites, Cute as a Bug, places a name below the legs of a cute plaid critter. Choose from raglan tees, ringer tees, onesies, or organic. Enter code: TTW20 for 20% off purchases.

5 Designed for everyday use, Baby's First Spoon is a 5" stainless steel baby spoon from the design studio of Cristina Ashley. Like other Cristina Ashley designs, the spoon can be hand-stamped with a name or special word. A heavy-duty stature, contemporary shape, and a hand-stamped label may tempt Moms to use the spoon in places you don't want to lose the spoon, but the quality and craftsmanship may make Moms second-guess the decision...this one is too special to lose.

6 Love these labels! Top notch quality and design goes into all the items for sale @ Emily Press Labels. They have stickers and iron-on patches to label anything that needs to be labeled. It's all built to withstand the dishwasher, laundry cycle, microwave, and toddlers. Every label looks great, and kids will love the trendy designs. Enter code: TTW10 for 10% off thru 8/22/10.

7 Children's artwork can be transformed into magnetic refrigerator masterpieces through the help of RuvaCards. This splendid company takes 1, 2, 3...even 4 works of art, shrinks them, places them onto a total of 24 magnets, and stores them into a labeled vintage tin. RuvaCards certainly delivers many great ideas for sharing the joy of children's artwork with family and friends. Enter code: TTW20 for 20% off purchases.

8 Baby Fabulous individually stitches the letters of baby's name onto a cocoa chenille backdrop, frames it with an aqua satin ribbon, then backs and borders the chenille fabric with the aqua and cocoa striped cotton used in the letters. The end product is a cuddly, long-lasting piece of art children will cherish for years to come. Available in two sizes: large (36" x 48" ) or stroller sized (24" x 36"). Enter code: TTW810 for 20% off purchases.


Your Cute Kids
We asked our readers to submit pictures of their cutie pies, and these were our favorites. We want to see your adorable tots! Share your funny photos with us. (Please be sure to send web sized files) contact@tottrendsweekly.com




Outdoor DIY Projects for Mom
Unfinished Outdoor Projects? DIY Mom to the Rescue!

From planting shrubs to reseeding the lawn, there's plenty that can be done. Don't bother calling a professional - if you do the research and have the experience, you'll have no trouble with these projects.

Planting Shrubbery and Trees
Greenery can make a big difference in the look of your home, and one way to make a big change is by adding new shrubs and small trees. You don't have to be an expert to do it, either. Just get the right tools and do a little research on the plants you're using. Remember that some species are considered invasive, and may need to be avoided if they could spread to other areas, and that in some climates, you'll want to avoid shrubs that require a lot of water.

Ask before you buy to find out the appropriate care for your greenery. Most large plants will be planted in the fall or winter to reduce transplant shock. You may need to get a little help to move bigger shrubs and trees without damage, too.

Seeding the Lawn
If your yard has some unpleasant bare patches or is being overtaken by undesirable plants, it might be time to re-seed. This extremely simple task takes only a little while. You'll need some grass seed appropriate for your lawn, lighting conditions, and local climate. Cut the grass shorter than you usually do, rake to thin the existing turf, then aerate the soil so it's not as compacted. Compost and fertilizer can also be used to improve the soil. Apply the seed, rake loosely, and be sure to apply some compost or peat topdressing. Water frequently, but lightly.