HipBubs

I have just started a blog as I currently have an excel spreadsheet with 50 or so links to cool baby products that I dream about buying my baby girl, and I want a central spot to keep all these products.

Friday, December 22, 2006

Rock Your Baby - Australian Baby Clothes with a twist

Rock Your Baby clothing and accessories reflect young, inner city, groovy Mums and Dads. The ranges of clothing have a distinct pop flavour to allow children to actively participate in the excitement and fun of the fast-paced, referential culture they are been born into.

The Wild Child range includes camoflague, leopard print, and snake skin designs.

All products are sold online at Rock Your Baby and are very affordable.

Baby Legs

These were created in the US by a mum who wanted to keep her babies legs warm while she was having nappy free play time. Well it turns out that these leg warmers are great for crawling over all surfaces along with many other uses. They are now sold in more than 1 5countries and have made it to Australia.

With BabyLegs feet remain free to allow for successful crawling, walking and dancing. They will dress up any outfit, help keep socks on and make nappy changing a breeze!

See the website for a list oif Australian stores where they can be purchased. They are also available online from Baby Legs website in many differerent designs and colors for $17.00

Keeping those dummies clean with the "Pacifier Pod"

A familiar situation to any mother...the baby starts crying so you reach into the nappy bag, where you randomly tossed in a dummy right before leaving the house. Of course it had found it's way to the bottom of the bag so you fish it out, where all sorts of crumbs and unidentified objects reside, having to empty the contents of the bag before finding it...of course baby is still crying!

Now you don't have to give you poor baby a dirty dummy and prolong the crying while you find it, if you use the JJ Cole Pacifier Pod.

With the "attach anywhere" handle, it can be kept on your belt loop, your nappy bag, or your car seat or pram- keep several handy to ensure that you are always prepared. The Pacifier Pod is a cute and affordable little accessory that costs US$6.99 and can be shipped to Australia via Amazon.

Tuesday, December 19, 2006

Custom-Made T-shirts

Global Style have been designing & making T-shirts at Paddington Markets (in Sydney) since 2000. They have recently launched their online store which has everything the original market stall minus the limited trading hours, cost of travel, parking, queues and crowds.

There is a very easy to use tutorial on the website to guide you through ordering your custom t-shirts. Its a fun process and average turnaround is 3-4 days Australia wide from ordering until receiving your T-shirts.

Visit the website today and start designing T-shirts for your little ones or as an original baby present.

Monday, December 18, 2006

Noonoo Comfort Blankets















These comfort blankets from Noonoo are just too cute. Created by mum Jo Ashburner in the UK, these stylish hand-embroidered blankets are made of washable felted lambswool in a soothing creme color. Not only will the little ones snuggle up to these Noonoos for comfort and security, their little fingers will love exploring the funky shapes, loops, flaps and tabs on the blankets. All the artwork adorning the blankets - the ladybugs, slugs, fleas woodbugs, houses and sheeps - were originally scribbled drawings by Ashburner's three year old son Zak.

Price: $US14.00-$39.00

Available in Australia from - Home By Creations, ACT 02-6295-1985 or find retailers worldwide on the Noonoo designs website and see the full range of blankets.

Humidifier by Plus Minus Zero V.3

This is a stunning product is intended for use in Japan but many people are successfully using this well design humidifier around the world.

This new version has mist control so the humidifier will operate longer especially in the night time. This beautifully designed steam based humidifier does not impact on your designer nursery. It comes in 5 colors including light pink or blue.

Available for $US279 and they ship to Australia


Childrens Paper Chair

The chair encourage people to buy environmental friendly products, intended to make a comment on our use of paper. As the paper is being used the size of the toilet-roll increases, such the small child sits on a small roll and the older child on a bigger roll!

The Chair is made with drawing paper, as the paper is being “drawn upon”, the size of the front
cylinder increases and thus follows the child’s growth (age 2-7 Years). Clean paper is transferred from the back cylinder to the front simply by rolling the front cylinder backwards. The amount
of paper is approx. 500 meters, which means that the paper can be changed twice a week for
5 years.

(In periods the child might draw all the time, in others the chair provides a personal and decorative element in the playroom).

This is a design from Charlotte Friis Design Studio



Pee and Poo - a gift for the child who has it all

Everybody loves toilet humour, so when I came accross these plush toys from Swedish designer Emma Megitt, I knew I had to get them.

Whether for an adult or for your toilet-training children, these are a conversation stopper and are worth the cost of shipping from Sweden. Pee & Poo are no strangers to water and enjoy a bath once in a while - they are machine washable.

Pee & Poo come in a duo pack, and are together forever. They are $us32 and can be shipped to Australia

Saturday, December 16, 2006

Bilibo - A new kind oif toy for your child's imagination












These elementary shells leave room for your child's imagination. Instead of imposing a specific play patterns, Bilibo is open for a wide range of interpretations and encourages children to invent their own games, to play and have fun in an active and creative way. Indoors and outdoors, in the sand pit, in the water or even in the snow... Bilibo is full of suprises!

Size:39cm x 39cm x 22cm. Made from durable high-density polyethylene, shock resistant, non toxic, 1005 recyclable. Suitable for age 2 and up.

Available from Urban Baby for $39.95 in a variety of colors.

Baby B'Air Flight Safety Vest
















This award-winning safety flight vest is the perfect addition for the family that travels.
By securing the infant to the lap belt, the vest protects her from sudden turbulence in the cruise portion of the flight, where 90% of all onflight accidents actually occur. Available from the manufacturer at Baby B'Air.

The cost is $US34.95 and they ship to Australia however at a hefty fee.

Baby Bean Vintage Daywear

Baby Bean is the concept of NY based fashion designer Christine Visneau. The brand comprises of hip, unique fashions made from 100% vintage fabrics for little hipsters 6 months to 6 years of age. Whether you choose the Audrey Daydress, Twiggy Jumper or any of the other styles, you'll truly appreciate their beautiful silhouette and wonderful details. Each item is made by hand from assorted vintage fabrics so no two are alike!

Available only at 10 in the bed $45 for summer tops

Wall Candy - New Chalkboard

Taking over the walls of our nursey and now other ares of the house are WallCandy.

We already have a set of the easy peel-and-stick wall stickers from WallCandy Arts in the nursery, and it looks like the count may be going up. We've been searching for cool, hip chalkboards that we can doodle, draw, play games and leave messages on.

The Chalkboard kit comes with four 48cm x 48cm chalkboard panels that can be used separately or combined for a large 96 cm x 96 cm chalkboard writing surface. Chalk included.

Graphics are printed sheets backed with a low tack adhesive that can be placed, layered, removed and reused without damaging paint. Ideal for people living in temporary accomodation or those of us that love change!

This is available locally from The Hip Infant for $99.95.

If you love WallCandy as much as I do, also check out the fun flags and letters of the new Carnivale set.

Monday, December 11, 2006

Create your own Photo Block Sets


Photojojo's Photo Block Kit is a complete do-it-yourself kit that includes 8 wooden blocks, instructions, glue and sealer that lets you make 2 sets of blocks. All you need is your own photos. Give the kit as a gift, or sit down with your kids to make a photo block set for Grandparents. Another great photo goody from Photojojo.

DIY Photo Block Kit | 1 for $US25 - 3 for $US75 at Photojojo. Shipping to Australia $US15

Friday, December 08, 2006

Just open in Paddington - Fragile Loft

Featuring contemporary nursery furniture by bebe-jou and Leander. The store is set up with entire nursery ideas rather than all cots or changetables lined in a row.

Find Fragile Loft at Level 1, 1 Caledonia Street Paddington, NSW.


d.i.y. qee dolls


Qee figures, pronounced "KEY", are a creation that has taken the world by storm.

Ever wish you could make a qee just to your liking? Here is a blank canvases to let loose on. The DIY (Do-It- Yourself) figures are 20cm tall. Perfect for the creative child or parent.

The dolls come as a cat, bear, monkey, alien, egg and rabbit (glow in the dark)

Available at Fragile for $75.00

Plush Leather Animals








These cuddly leather and suede animals make great take-along companions for your children. The Piglet is the perfect size to put into your pocket and carry around with you. The soft brown and white Cow is the perfect gift for baby. Nothing can make a baby smile like a dancing fat Hippo.
From US$36-70

Tuesday, December 05, 2006

Tippy Toes Socks

Gorgeous box sets of Baby socks in a box make an ideal gift for a newborn baby. There are 4 designs including Mary Jane, Kickers, Spots or Stripes.

There are six pairs of cotton socks and each pair has non-slip paw prints on the sole. Suitable for 0 to 12 months.

Available online from Urban Baby for $18.95


el baul storage box

Part of the Magis Me too! Collection, El Baul is a huge contemporary storage box for treasures, toys or games of hide and seek. Suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.
Dimensions: 91 x 61 56cm high

Available at Top 3 Design for $449.00







Small, Light and compact Stroller

The Backpack Stroller by Quicksmart folds into a backpack for ease of storage and transportation. Finally a small, compact stoller that looks good. Features include a 5 point safety harness, padded seat, foot rest, swivel front wheel, dual rear brakes and it comes with a backpack that had shoulder pads and a carry handle.

Its for 6 months+ and only weighs 5 kgs.

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Lets Bounce in Style

The Oeuf Baby Lounger
This modern and sleekly styled baby lounger is a nursery necessity. Securely attached with the 3-point safety belt, suitable for babies from birth until the child can sit up unassisted. The lounger features a deeply padded, machine washable, canvas seat that is supported by its steel frame. Now available from Kido Store for $159.95









    Monday, December 04, 2006

    Wall Mobiles for the Nursery by Oras

    Part art and part mobile, designer Vilija Marshall created these unique wall mobiles as an accent for her own baby's nursery. The mobiles are handmade from high density foam - light enough to move with the breeze while casting shadows onto the wall. Simple and lovely.
    Currently only available in the USA.

    US$260 - Oras Wall Mobiles

    Saturday, December 02, 2006

    Boon - new revolutionary highchair

    Boon is known for clean, contemporary and innovative designs in colors and styles to appeal to kids.

    The new Flair highchair combines innovative features with modern style. Some of the highlights are a seamless waterproof seat to make clean-up easy, pneumatic lift for height adjustment, locking mechanism to hold in place, and easily converts to chair after high chair feeding phase passes.

    Flair is available in two models, standard or elite. Not yet available in Australia.