reader tip: finali design

Reader Annie sent me the link to this amazing etsy shop. Send pictures of your kids or your family and finali design will create your own personalized greetings. Perfect for the upcoming holidays or any time of the year really. 

Thanks Annie!

tea collection {giveaway!}

There is no better name for our brand than Tea. Tea, the drink, is shared in nearly every culture around the world-offering inspiration, warmth and mindfulness. In the same spirit, we offer children's fashions with the tagline "for little citizens of the world," celebrating the beauty found in cultures around the world.

Since having children, the Tea Collection has been my all time favorite clothing brand. Every catalog that shows up in my mailbox is devoured. Their clothes are perfect, their styling impeccable, the quality unmatched. Every Tea item Lily has ever had has been passed to Stella. It looks as good as the day we purchased it. They wash and wear better than any brand I have ever experienced.

Each collection is inspired by a different culture. They travel the world finding inspiration and providing you (the customer) with fabulous clothing you won't find anywhere else, with the goal of helping children see that we are all citizens of this world.





While Tea started in 2002 with only three pima cotton sweaters they are now found in over 500 stores and boutiques throughout the U.S. and abroad and have added lifestyle products including bedding, music and even papers (announcements and holiday cards).



Most importantly (and worth some serious excitement) today Tea is helping one lucky reader add to their favorite child's wardrobe. That's right, $100 gift certificate for the clothing of your choice. How will you decide? Will you go for the Daily Tea, or maybe Norwegian Elegance, perhaps you'll stock up on the amazing layette sets they have for the babes, no matter what you choose, I'm sure Tea will move right to the top of your favorites as well.

What is your Tea Collection item of choice?

Would you love to win? be sure to:
*enter one comment on this post - with your name
*please only enter once
*answer question above
*entry will be open until 7am Friday morning (10/23)
*winner will be announced Friday morning

**Extra Bonus: Order your holiday cards and enjoy $15 off on orders of $100 or more by using code MERRYTEA at checkout.

winter jacket.

Currently saving my pennies for one of these. Aren't they great? The colors, the styles, I love so many of them, it's going to be hard to choose.

spooky treats.

If you've never browsed the bakerella blog, it's definitely worth a look. I think these would be so fun to make. Maybe I'll try them out with the girls this week.

bob's your uncle.

I have been waiting and waiting for these alphabet cards to come out, and they were well worth the wait. Illustrated by Mark Fisher they cover everything from Anteaters to Zebras. They don't show you the typical parts of the animals but rather the details. I've always believed the best is found in the details. The backs of the cards not only show a silhouette of the full animal, but also an interesting fact about each animals unique feature. Perfect for learning and for fun!

owl tote.

Yes I am currently loving owls, but either way I think this is the perfect bag for almost any little girl.

the pink leaves pillow.

I need this pillow.