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07/30/2010
07/29/2010
Small finds- make bath time lots of fun
Crackle bath and green bath tint
Lalabee Oragnic Sweet Orange Bubble Bath
QED Customised scent Skin care - Bath bubbles
Handmade cotton Bamboo baby wash cloths
Scrubbies bath toys and appliques -BPA and Phthalate free
07/28/2010
small report - Playtime New York
Small is happy to be one of the lovely sponsors for the premier of Playtime in New York this weekend. Playtime is the international trade show devoted to children's universe as well as maternity wear. We are excited to meet new designers, get inspiration for future issues as well as the opportunity to see and chat with old friends. We will be back next week with a full report of the show. We will also have some cool goodies to give buyers!!!
Here are some designers & exhibits we are excited to see!
July 31 - Aug 2
82 Mercer st. NY NY 10012
07/27/2010
Small projects- cardboard box fun
This project was one we have had the most fun with recently. First we cut a hole in the bottom of a cardboard box and covered it with tissue paper. Then, by shining a desk light through it in a darkened room we had a wonderfully fun shadow theater. The kids drew the outlines for the puppets (mostly monsters, fairies and dogs for this one) on some cereal box cardboard which we cut out and taped to wooden skewer sticks. Even the most basic puppets came alive and it was fun to be able to go back and make more characters as the stories got more elaborate. This is a great project when you have kids over a range of ages as it can be as complicated or as simple as they need it to be.
07/26/2010
Small giveaways- mette
Kristen Ramsussen of Mette has designed a brand new dress for the Small Giveaway. It is a flattering and comfortable A -line dress constructed in fine cotton batiste with cap sleeves, side seam pockets, fully lined with a hand stitched invisible hem and an invisible back zipper. The black + white marimekko print features mod blooms and striping stems. The dress is available in sizes two through six. Just visit Mette and leave a comment about her designs to be in the running to win the dress.
One Lucky reader will be picked at random and notified by email. (Please leave your email address when you post a comment!). The winner will also be posted in the blog. Our winner from last week (picked by random.org) was comment no.2 - congratulations Mitali!
If you are a maker, designer, illustrator, author or musician interested in participating in our Small Giveaway - email us at editor[at] smallmagazine.net.
07/23/2010
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Busby Berkely and a bio here
Gregoire Alexandre.Very creative art directing, really worth checking out his whole portfolio.07/22/2010
Small play- severina kids
Severina Kids is a beautifully detailed line of toys and objects hand made in limited batches in Madrid. They ship all over the world. Each series is photographed in its own enchanting hand drawn environment.
Check out their other items and the lovely layouts at Severina Kids
07/21/2010
Small photo- newborn project
The talented photographer, Davina Zagury is starting a new series of portraits of newborns. (We have written about her previous projects of siblings and the kids with their doudous). She is looking for 1-3 months old babies
to have their portrait taken. For 220$ you can schedule a
• 30 min. photo session
• (x2) 8”x10” and (x2) 5”x7” custom prints
• A CD with all edited pictures (email compatible)
• On-line images, so easily can be shared with friends and family.
Date & hours: July 24th & 25th between 10:00am - 5:00pm
Place: Pomme 81 Washington St, at York. DUMBO, in Brooklyn
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rsvp to davinaz.brownbookit.com/schedules
For additional questions:email: davinaz[at]davinaz.com phone: 914 671 3735
07/20/2010
small specials- ida pearle
We love Ida Pearle's evocative collages and alphabet cards so when she wrote to let us know that she has a special offer of a very limited range of rompers and totes for sale, we wanted to pass the message on to you.
07/19/2010
Small Giveaway - A Little Vintage
For this weeks giveaway Jennie Walker, the creator of A Little Vintage, is offering one of her hand painted dolls made mostly from vintage/retro fabrics. Jennie can make your doll custom using your child's old baby clothes or perhaps a grandparents sentimental fabric. Parents can choose the hair and eye color, freckles etc. All the faces are hand painted and heat set. Arms and legs are double stitched for durability.
One lucky reader will be picked at random and notified by e-mail (please leave your email when you post your comment!). The winners name will also be posted the following Monday.
Our winner last week (picked by random.org) was comment no.26 - Congratulations Tas!
If you are a maker or designer interested in participating in our Small Giveaway email us editor@smallmagazine.net
07/16/2010
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Chloe Aftel (for Small Magazine) featuring a bespoke accessory by Machen
Pamela Klaffke from the bestia parvulus series
07/15/2010
07/14/2010
small specials- four great sales on this week
The first one is online- Lark is offering 50 percent off for the next two days on many of your favorite designers, Rice, Cath Kidston, Belle & Boo, Beci Orpin and many others.
Katchen in Cambridge MA is having a sample sale at the designers house this Saturday. Pick up great hand printed t-shirts for kids (size 2T,3T,4T only -they run big) for only $35.
where and when: July 17th from 1-4pm at 23 RindgefIeld street Cambridge for shopping, coffee and cake.
Estella NYC is having a huge sale until Monday July 17th with 50 -70 percent of Album di Familglia, Claesons, Liberty, Imps and Elfs, Bon Bon and much more.
We are sad to let you know that Corduroy Kid in Brooklyn is closing down as the owner, the multi-talented Monica, is moving on to new projects. If you are in Brooklyn you can go by to say goodbye and also pick up some amazing deals. 50- 70 percent off everything at both locations- 613 Vanderbilt Avenue in Prospect Heights and also on 213 Fifth Avenue in Park Slope. The closing sale runs until Sunday the 18th but things are going fast.
We know the shops will be missed as a source of quality,
and stylish clothes and also for the great community feel.
07/13/2010
Small magazine- location scouting in Copenhagen
We are planning ahead and starting to organize a shoot for the winter issue in Copenhagen. Monika Elena recently sent us these location shots and is going to photograph the story. If you are a Scandinavian designer and would like to be featured in this shoot we would love to hear from you. Send us a link to editor(at)smallmagazine.net.
07/12/2010
Small Giveaway - Crumb Threads
Drawing influence from retro patterns and designs, Crumb Threads is a unique, well tailored clothing line for boys and girls all hand made in Melbourne, Australia. Lynelle and Mary, the lovely ladies behind the brand, are giving away one item of your choice for this weeks giveaway. Just leave a comment telling us what your favorite item is from Crumb Threads.
One lucky reader will be picked at random and notified by e-mail (please leave your email when you post your comment!). The winners name will also be posted the following Monday.
Our winner last week (picked by random.org) was comment no.15 - Congratulations Khemy. Please let us know your address!
07/09/2010
07/08/2010
Small Finds - Feeling Green
A few eco-friendly items that have been catching our eye!
Organic Striped Dress by Serendipity
Big Whale Placemat and Circle of Life Plate by Smiling Planet
Green Recycled Chair by Starfish
Bird Wall Stickers by Love Mae
Lightning Tee By Acme
Organic Monkey by Franck & Fischer
07/07/2010
Small bites- tea time!
Frankie magazine is an Australian bi-monthly based in Australia. Super funny, stylish, sarcastic and engaging, Frankie also occasionally puts out irresistible cookbooks. First came Afternoon Tea and now they have published Sweet Treats. Some of these sweets you will not have seen for decades but all the old favorites are collected here, beautifully photographed and laid out.
I noticed that some of the recipes call for Copha Butter which is really hard to find outside of Australia so if you need some you can stock up on it online here and store it in the freezer for years.
Pick up Sweet Treats and Afternoon Tea from the lovely Lark
07/06/2010
07/05/2010
Small giveaway - Pluto Tees
We are really excited about this weeks giveaway! Ellen (you may remember her from her amazing guest posts here on Smaller on photography) is giving away a set of 3 t-shirts from Pluto. YES, I said 3! You can choose any 3 styles pictured in sizes from 3/6 month through size 8 year, and onesies in 3/6 month and 6/12 month.
Choose from:
Grrrrr
See Ya Later Alligator
Vroom!
Smiley Face
I Scream
Smiley Balloon Boy
Good luck!
All you have to do is post a comment before the weekend and tell us your favorite tee from Pluto.
Good Luck!
1 lucky reader will be picked at random and notified by e-mail. The winners name will also be posted the following Monday.
Our winner last week (picked by random.org) was comment 3 - Amanda! Congratulations Amanda!
07/02/2010
07/01/2010
Small Finds - Growth Charts
From left to right:
Animal Wall Decal by Wow Wall
Owl Growth Chart by Anna Joyce
Heirloom Growth Chart by Miss Natalie
Screen Print Growth Chart by Bold & Noble
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