Making Music

So try as I might, I am still a terrible, terrible pianist. Hours of practice get me nowhere - let's face it I'm not musically inclined. For little ones who, unlike myself, are musically inclined these Schoenhut Children's Pianos take the cake! They rang in price from $144 for the Classic Baby Grand to $2,999 for the Pro Baby Grand String Piano.

Steiff Teddies

The other day I was chatting with a German friend and she reminded me of these beautiful bears by Steiff. Specifically her story was regarding a new puppy who knew exactly which of her teddies, as a little girl, was the most expensive to adopt as a new chew toy! Started in 1880, the original design still resembles the bear that first debuted in 1902. You just have to see these beautiful bears and animals with their little trademark "Button in Ear."

Lulla Smith

Lately I've been in love with Lulla Smith's line. Entirely handmade in Maine, they used only the best fabrics and each is made to order. While the price tag isn't exactly paltry, I could see these linens being used for generations, as they should be! Their things are available through both Posh Tots and Well Appointed House.

Posh Pacifier Clips

These adorable pacifier clips, or "minders" as my grandmother would call them, from Cunill are so sweet. You can order them through Silver Gallery, another keepsakes favorite source. Of the assortment, my favorite is the Sterling Silver Bunnies Pacifier Clip which retails for $32 I also adore this little Sterling Silver Moon Pacifier Clip which retails for $34

Well Appointed House

It is no secret that Well Appointed House is one of my favorite retailers for everything under the sun. I just love their children's line; look at these adorable nursery inspirations.They remind me of that nursery from Father of the Bride 2 which had such beautifully captured light! Thanks http://hookedonhouses.net/ for the photo!

Sailor Suits

A couple weeks ago I was visiting with a good friend. We had a laugh about how our parents used to dress us up as sailors. He said his parents thought that Victorian little boys' hair cut with the bangs and bob was fashionable! I couldn't help laughing at my old sailor dress, which I loved because I thought I was that cartoon character Sailor Moon! Those photos look timeless and sweet, even if they are good for a laugh. We joked that our children just have to endure that right of passage! If you really look into it, the sailor suit is a classic. Just look at Prince Albert Edward, later to be known as King Edward VII of the United Kingdom.
I was thrilled to see Best Dressed Child's huge selection of sailor suits. Starting at just $20.99 this little Carriage Boutique romper is a classic for your little prince! I am also very impressed by the selection at Wear Me Out Boys, look at these off the wall options such as costume-looking Captain's Suit for $49.99. Or the very classic Short Set for $45
Last but not least, this adorable little Nautical dress for $45

Time for Some Mod

So last time, I featured Affordable Mod furniture, what about dreamy-price-tag-no-consequence Mod furniture? All modern, baby!

No seriously, AllModernBaby.com, wait was that super cheesy? I had to...

This Bloom Coco Plexistyle Baby Lounger is so sleek, it could go in any room. It can be yours for $349.99This Bloom Fresco highchair is so spacey - fantastic for $399.99!I love this space saving Oeuf Crib Set, how clever! It is priced at $1,120

Classic Baby Clothes

After getting started on my classic baby and children's clothes kick, I'm in love with Marie Chantal. Well not the person, but her line of classic, beautiful children's clothing. Thanks lilsugar.com and Marie Chantal!

Crystal Pacifiers

These are so over the top but a friend had a sparkly pacifier and I had to ask about the thing. She said her mother found it for her at Aristabrat, yes that's right, and they run a mere $175... but their basic ones start at $120. Okay so that's a bit much for me but if you are looking for a luxury gift, well it is certainly an option!
Pink Taffy Designs carries these Binky Blings in an assortment of styles and colors, all priced at $30Tick-a-Too has these for $20. Perfect Party Solutions even had the idea for a Bling Baby Shower! It is so over the top but if your friends are crafty, why not? You know, shower aside, buying some clear pacifiers and some crystal stickers - this could be a fun DIY rainy day project.

Another NYC Boutique, Part III

Last but not least, Spring Flowers' baby line. I think this shop has such a well edited collection.
First starting with this Alfie Cashmere Two Piece set. It is so decadent at $298 and a very sweet addition to anyone's layette!
This little linen blue one piece is so handsome and perfect for a baby's first summer, priced at $145.
I love this little Pink Linen Dress Set with the dress at $125 and the hat at $48

Another NYC Boutique, Part II

Okay now for the boys - tomorrow? Babies! Yes, I love this shop.

These Leon Vick Suspender Shorts in navy seersucker are classic, adorable and made to last. They are priced at $85They also come in cream taffeta as part of this more formal, classic little boy's ensemble, starting at $115

Another NYC Boutique, Part I

This is a bit out of my recession auntie gift budget but I love this boutique nonetheless! I just love Spring Flowers Children's Boutique, they have beautiful gifts and clothing. I'm always complaining about how children's clothing has become too risqué, well here they definitely defy the odds! I love this store so much that this is only post Part I!

So I'm a sucker for classic smocked dresses and this one, with its peter pan collar, is just adorable. It is priced starting at $265

Beautiful Cashmere Cardigan, priced at $295, with little rhinestone buttons this is a hand-me-down I would love to receive!

I love this adorable pink Tea Time Dress for $198

Fine Baby Shoes

While we were on vacation, I stopped into the most darling boutique in Portland, Maine. A&L Home specializes in home goods and gifts but they had a beautiful selection of these little needlepoint shoes. Featuring themes like the pirates, palm trees, teddy bears, dragonflies, sailboats etc they are adorable and will make a great keepsake/heirloom clothing piece. My favorite, "for when in Rome," would be the lobster ones priced at $42.
More of note are the monogrammed ones at $52