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WallCandy Arts and Wallies


Two beautiful and innovative brands, complimenting each other and most importantly, offering loyal customers hundreds more options for home décor.

WallCandy Arts joins forces with Wallies as the newest division of The McCall Pattern Company.

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WallCandy Arts  began in 2003 with the purpose of offering parents a stylish, high-end solution for decorating their children’s walls.  Over time, the company grew beyond regular decals to include patented peel and stick chalkboards, as well as whiteboard decals and an array of edgy and sweet temporary wallpapers.

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Wallies began in the late 1990’s, and was purchased by The McCall Pattern Company in 1998. Wallies offers well-priced decorative peel and stick wall decal ideas for every room in the house. Peel and Stick chalkboard and dry erase have also become a large part of Wallies’offerings.

Together, both brands will continue to honor McCall’s tradition of DIY products that are beautiful, inspirational and functional. The two brands will be introducing many new designs in the weeks and months to come.

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Lazy Francis


With a whole new look, this luxury British kid’s fashion brand prides itself on personal attention to every detail and total quality control.

In the past two years, Lazy Francis has grown from creating stylish clothes and accessories for little girls to designing glamorous, luxurious couture fashion for both girls and boys from one to teenage years. The brand also designs matching outfits for Moms.

The bright, catchy bunny with butterfly wings that gives Lazy Francis its name and story will always stay the brand’s mascot and define the philosophy and values. Now that Lazy Francis has grown up, the new logo reflects the brand’s new style.

  • Created for mums who want their children to look trendy and original, and their whole family matching their style on the special occasions to share with the world their special family bond
  • Inspired by children who are real personalities from the moment they are born and their incredible stylish mums, who value the importance of “standing out from the crowd” from the early childhood
  • Helping kids to understand the value of their clothing and design, making them fall in love with not just a “wow silky dress” but also teaching them to choose the best and most suitable for them among the wide offering available on the market

“Growing up takes a lot of changing and developing the personality and individuality whether you are a child or a brand.”

Made 100% in Europe. At Lazy Francis’s boutique, you can discover the most beautiful unique designer kids clothes and accessories. Here both mothers and daughters will find everything they need to create their own inimitable style for every day and special occasions. Be confident that new looks will look just like in the pictures, with the highest quality guaranteed as every item is from gorgeous fabrics made by the best European manufacturers.

SS16 Collection – Tales of 1,001 Nights

Enter the fascinating and wonderful world of Shahrazad’s Arabian tales … magical combinations of elegant silks and soft real leather, delicious colors and unique silhouettes. Complete the look with hand-made shoes and accessories.

Fabrics & Details

  • Pure raw silk that doesn’t get creased and keeps its shape no matter what
  • Real natural grain leather made in Italy combined with raw silk for girls and boys
  • Unique design silks embroidered in France
  • Exquisite lace
  • 3D cotton shirring
  • Hand-made silk flower decorations
  • Multi colored real pearls stitched on by hand
  • Only natural viscose linings

Styles & Silhouettes

  • Mixture of classic details and sophisticated elements with glamorous street style
  • Creative lengths and shapes of the dresses
  • Originally shaped hand-stitched lace underskirts
  • Unique style and unusual color combinations

Shoes & Accessories

  • Matching hats and hair accessories crafted and decorated by hand
  • Hand-made real leather shoes designed by Lazy Francis and made in collaboration with INCH2

Family Style. Families have special bonds and ever-changing relationship dynamics. Matching styles for brothers and sisters along join the Mini Me family of Lazy Francis outfits that brought together mothers and daughters. And now dad can join in the family style, too by adding a matching bow tie to their outfit.

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Mac & Mia


Style & Soul, Delivered.

Mac & Mia is new and totally parent-friendly way to buy clothes for your children. Marketed as an online, custom clothing boutique for kids, the company has a team of personal stylists that act as personal shoppers for parents, creating entire ensembles and looks for newborns to kids up to six years.

060315_CRTPost_MacMia_homepageParents create a style profile for each child and then they receive a package of hand-picked clothes and accessories. Keep the fashion with a passion, and send the rest back, at no cost to you.

All clothing is “consciously crafted by artisans and brands that stand for social and environmental responsibility,” including Made in the USA, recycled, handmade and organic selections, made in safe working conditions with an honest wage, or the proceeds are reinvested in the local community.

No Membership Fee. There’s no obligation to buy. Boutique pricing is similar to high-end retailers. Request a new box of treasures whenever you (or your child) is ready.

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Founder Marie Tillman and mother of five is inspired by things that are important to her: family, friends, love and a giving heart- as she’s created the concept behind Mac & Mia. She says, “Like all parents, I’ve always wanted to make the world a better place for my children. I want them to grow up feeling grounded in the universe, appreciating the simple things in life.”

Mac & Mia is a way for kids themselves to feel more connected to the story behind the merchandise they buy, choosing beautiful clothing that expresses their personalities.

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Zosė Designs


A dash of sweetness and an ounce of love. 

 

052715_CRTPost_ZosėDesigns_01Great find on Etsy – Zosė Designs hair clips and jewelry add a dazzle to any girl’s outfit, big or small. Designer Audra makes them using two secret ingredients: A dash of sweetness and an ounce of love.

052715_CRTPost_ZosėDesigns_02“I design and hand make everything in the tiny, gorgeous town of Tecoma, Victoria, Australia, where I live,” Audra tells me. “We hand pick materials, hand crochet, hand sew, secure and fasten each item. We love what we do, and hope that you will love our products, too!”

052715_CRTPost_ZosėDesigns_03Made in Australia. Adorable hair clips, necklaces and bracelets to go with any outfit and any occasion. Audra is always introducing new styles, so check her successful online shop frequently. Available worldwide!

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Baby K’tan


Newly expanded product line. Smart and simple parenting solutions.

052015_BabyKtan_03Founded in 2007 by two families, each raising a child with special needs in addition to two other children, the Chesals and the Wernicks developed a special line of baby wraps that help parents carry their children in a loving, nourishing way.

Baby K’tan products combine style, ease of use and comfort, providing families with high quality baby gear and accessories designed to help promote the natural bond between parent and baby.

Slips on like a t-shirt. The Florida-based company’s innovative “ready to wear” wrap uses a unique double-loop design that functions as an all-in-one sling, wrap and baby carrier, yet does not require any wrapping or buckling. Sized like clothing for the perfect fit (XS, S, M, L, XL) and can be used to carry children from eight to 35 pounds in multiple positions. Learn how to slip one on in three simple steps.

Baby K’tan recently launched several other products, including a diaper bag and the “K’tan Cloth” this year.

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Che Rie Leggings


Fun, comfortable, stylish and Made in the USA!

051315_CRTPost_CheRieLeggings_03From the mind of textile designer Erie Chang, Che Rie NY leggings are redefining the classic legging silhouette with pop-art inspired designs, endless colors combinations and beautiful expressions of individual freedom.

Made for all ages – 4 to 16 kids as well as XS – L women (!)- Erie is making Che Rie for the kid in all of us.

“What would it be like if being comfortable also meant looking amazing?” asks the founder and former creative director of kids’ swimwear label Floatimini. “We focus more on movement, more on friends, and more on the ease of fun.”

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Leggings are made from spandex in the USA, cut, sewn in house.

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What Do You Do With an Idea?


Hope for anyone, at any age, who’s ever had an idea that seemed a little too big, too odd or too difficult.

Written by Kobi Yamada with illustrations by Mae Besom, What Do You Do With an Idea? is the story of one brilliant idea and the child who helps to bring it into the world. As the child’s confidence grows, so does the idea itself. And then, one day, something amazing happens* …

Bookseller Barnes & Noble proclaims it as one of the best books of 2014 for kids, and the 36-page tale is perfect for children ages four to eight years … yet it also touches everyone who is young at heart. “From that first puzzled inkling, the little boy realizes that the idea was following him like a small egg waiting to be hatched. Finally, it does … and reminds us what we do with an idea: You change the world.” From the booksellers’ review.

050615_CRTPost_WhatDoYouDoWithAnIdea_inside“It’s a story to inspire you to welcome that idea, to give it some space to grow, and to see what happens next,” Kobi says. “Because your idea isn’t going anywhere. In fact, it’s just getting started.”

Kobi Yamada is president and CEO of Seattle, WA-based Compendium Incorporated, “a company of amazing people doing amazing things,” producing extraordinary gifts that inspire, educate, motivate and celebrate the world we live in. Gift books, journals, greeting cards, boxed notes, pop-up cards and guest books for just about everyone. Wholesale available.

*Listen to the entire story as it’s read aloud by the fine folks at ArtistEducation.

Just Breathe


Kindergarteners talk about mindfulness in a new short film.

Recently featured on OWN’s Super Soul Sunday, Just Breathe is a four-minute movie produced by filmmakers Julie Bayer Salzman, Josh Salzman, their son, classmates and family members one Saturday afternoon. In it, kindergarteners talk about coping with emotions and using meditation and breathing techniques.

“The film is entirely unscripted,” says Julie. “What the kids say is based purely on their own neuro-scientific understanding of difficult emotions, and how they cope through breathing and meditation. They, in turn, are teaching us all.”

Julie was inspired to create the film after taking a six-week course with Mindful Schools, an organization that teaches mindfulness in US schools. “I overheard my then five-year-old son talking with his friend about how emotions affect different regions of the brain, and how to calm down by taking deep breaths — all things they were beginning to learn in Kindergarten at their new school, Citizens of the World Charter School, in Mar Vista, CA. I was surprised and overjoyed to witness first-hand just how significant social-emotional learning in an elementary school curriculum was on these young minds.”

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Princess Cuffs


Inspired by Catherine the Great of Russia, bracelets for little princesses the world over.

042215_CRTPost_PrincessCuffs_01Pam Bloch is owner/designer of Princess Cuffs, the first ruffled cuff bracelets for all girls ages two through seven. The Sherman Oaks, CA-based small business works with local children’s hospitals to help put smiles on little girls’ faceswith donations of Princess Cuffs.

“My own little girl loved feeling like a princess, loved to dress up and put the finishing touches on her outfit no matter where we were off to,” Pam says. “We are currently working with Make A Wish, Children’s Hospital and St. Jude’s Research Hospital to gift all the little girls a pair of cuffs so they can feel elegant, regal and like a real princess.”

The cuffs come in three sparkly colors, purple, pink and white; and in three sizes. Specialty orders are available upon request.

042215_CRTPost_PrincessCuffs_RiseofCatherinetheGreatFrilly and sparkly, Princess Cuffs are fashioned after the beautiful costumes featured in the 1934 movie, The Rise of Catherine The Great. “The movie is a visual wonder from the intricate sets to the glorious costumes,” Pam says. “What really caught my eye was the cuff accessory added to Catherine’s sleeves of her gowns. They were long, flowy, and sparkly and added a perfect finishing touch to each gown.” From this fashion detail, Pam is inspired to give every little princess her own bracelet “to complete her outfit, add a bit of color or just to wear bracelets like mommy.”

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dedo kids


Capturing the “true brightness” of children’s apparel.

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With a name that means, “to give,” dedo kids is giving children’s apparel and kids’ causes a new reason to smile. The vibrant, colorful apparel brand produces high quality clothing for girls in sizes 2T to 6X that helps them express their individual styles. The company also wants “to connect each sale with the act of giving,” donating a portion of the clothes to children’s non-profit organizations with each purchase.

The dedo kids team (pronounced dhay-dho) is equally vibrant, bringing together people from a colorful variety of professions to help founder/designer Asma Iqbal combine her two greatest passions, designing children’s apparel and giving back – including designer, blogger and fashion illustrator Aisha Richardson; doctor, traveler and foodie Ausia Naheed; another doctor, entrepreneur, IT guru and COO of cause-related internet software organization Perkle Sagar Harwani; photographer Malik Naz; and hair & makeup stylist Margoux Le Roux.

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dedo kids is already collaborating with Room to Grow, a non-profit that provides low-040815_CRTPost_dedokids_06income families with individualized parenting support, developmental information, and needed baby items to ensure a healthy and secure start in their children’s lives, and 4Humanity, an organization dedicated to promote and cultivate social change around the globe.