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Holiday gift guide 2-4 Years

Friday, December 9th, 2011

Our holiday gift guides are on a roll! If you’re looking for a little help finding holiday presents for the kids on your list – look no further. We’ll be posting a few guides for children of different age ranges.

Third up is our 2-4 Year age range – a few gift suggestions for boys and girls 2-4 years. Here’s some cute, fun and practical suggestions that will be loved by all that receive. Everything from lacing games, imagination toys, pull toys to balance bikes. Did you see our holiday gift guide suggestions for babies? and 1-3 Year range?

All products can be found online (http://shop NULL.dandelionkids NULL.ca/) and in-store at either of our locations.

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Holiday gift guide – 1-3 Years present ideas

Wednesday, December 7th, 2011


Our holiday gift guides are back! If you’re looking for a little help finding holiday presents for the little ones on your list – look no further. We’ll be posting a few guides for children of different age ranges.

Second up is our 1-3 Year age range – a few gift suggestions for boys and girls 1-3 years. Here’s some cute, fun and practical suggestions that will be loved by all that receive. Everything from, blocks, soft toys, bath toys, push and pull toys. Did you see our holiday gift guide suggestions for babies?

All products can be found online (http://shop NULL.dandelionkids NULL.ca/) and in-store at either of our locations.

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Making Magic Fund

Wednesday, December 7th, 2011

dandelion KIDS was invited to participate in the ‘Making Magic Fund’ by Suzanne of Green Planet Parties (http://www NULL.greenplanetparties NULL.com/) and Mommy Foot Print (http://mommyfootprint NULL.com/).

What is it? It’s a collaboration of  many small businesses who want to give back. We are  joining together with The Vancouver Sun Children’s Fund (http://www NULL.vansunkidsfund NULL.ca/) Adopt a school to help children. Between December 5-11th if you shop at these stores online – proceeds will be donated to help schools, which help children, helps families and helps our future.

The Vancouver Sun Children’s Fund launched a special fundraising project called Adopt-a-School. This project identifies schools (http://www NULL.google NULL.com/maps/ms?hl=en&mpa=0&ctz=480&mpf=0&ie=UTF8&msa=0&t=m&vpsrc=6&msid=205832093082833084183 NULL.0004b17d3a9dd525ec36f&ll=49 NULL.219391,-122 NULL.818909&spn=0 NULL.448493,0 NULL.793762&z=9&source=embed) and their specific needs throughout Metro Vancouver. The site tells you the individual needs within each school so everyone can  identify something to donate (sports equipment, winter coats in particular sizes, mitten, socks, etc.) The most needed item identified by all the schools of course is money so they can assess and fix their most outstanding needs. The amazing thing about donating the money via Adopt-a-School is they will match all donations so the money is being doubled, hence why we are all donating 10% of our  online sales.  Let the giving begin!

Here is the list of Stores participating:

Apricot Culotte (http://apricotculotte NULL.com/):  an e-boutique specialized in previously loved baby clothes that we bring in from France. We also carry end of season brand new designer baby clothes including some very nice French organic brands.

Bamboobino: (http://www NULL.bamboobino NULL.com/) is an adorable line of children’s clothes and accessories made from soft, eco-friendly bamboo.

Bumblebee Toys (http://bumblebeetoys NULL.com/): offers a unique collection of natural toys, crafts and playthings to inspire the imagination and nourish the senses.

dandelion KIDS (http://www NULL.dandelionkids NULL.ca/index NULL.php): modern kids shop that stocks hip baby clothes, stylish duds for boys and girls plus cool, unique gifts for the next baby shower or kids birthday party.

Fill Your Own (http://www NULL.fillyourown NULL.ca/): offers an array of carbon-neutral, non-toxic and reusable products ideal for both kids and adults.

Giving Gifts (http://www NULL.givinggifts NULL.ca/) – fair trade, eco friendly and fun gifts for babies, kids, adults and pets.

Green Planet Parties (http://www NULL.greenplanetparties NULL.com/): where it’s possible to shop for eco-friendly party supplies in one place! Supporting locally manufactured decorations & goodies!

Kippo Kids: proud to offer you a quality mix of products that include a good selection of eco-friendly, handmade, organic, and Made in Canada items.

Maxwell Design (http://www NULL.maxwelldesigns NULL.ca/)s: leading Canadian designer of beautiful purses, the best diaper bags in Canada, and many accessories.

My Little Green Shop (http://www NULL.mylittlegreenshop NULL.com/default NULL.asp): is a hip e-boutique that provides a wide range of safe, non-toxic products for babies, children and mamas. We are careful that the products we carry meet our standards of what’s safe and eco-friendly.

Onyx Containers (http://www NULL.onyxcontainers NULL.com/default NULL.aspx): food storage containers that are of the highest quality, manufactured in responsible conditions and available at affordable prices.

Puddlegear (http://www NULL.puddlegear NULL.com/): toddler and baby raingear- children can play outside feeling warm, unrestricted and dry in their PVC and Phthalate free rainwear – certified by oko – tex.

Today I Ate A Rainbow (http://www NULL.todayiatearainbow NULL.com/): passionate about creating tools to help parents and caregivers raise healthy kids!

 

Holiday Hours at dandelion KIDS

Wednesday, December 7th, 2011

Oh my, its only 19 days till Christmas! dandelion KIDS’ elves will be at hard at work  both on the Drive and in Port Moody until 8pm on Thursdays and Fridays  (except Christmas Eve). We hope this will help relieve any stress or worries.  Come on by – you can even stop at Havana’s for some Christmas cheer :)

If you can’t make it too the shop our online store is open 24 hours!  We will even wrap you presents for you!

A House Is Not A House Without A Mouse!

Sunday, December 4th, 2011

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Sometimes, the simplest things bring the most pleasure.

This adorable Mouse Milk House (http://shop NULL.dandelionkids NULL.ca/maileg06 NULL.html) makes the perfect home for a mouse or two and encourages children’s imaginations to take flight. With cut-out window and doors, plain white walls and an open plan upper floor, children can easily rearrange furniture, put their tiny friends to bed, or add some homemade decor to the interior. The house is 60cm tall and is unfurnished.

Maileg is a contemporary Danish design brand established in 1999 and we are in love with their uncomplicated, stylish products.

All products can be found online (http://shop NULL.dandelionkids NULL.ca/index NULL.php?search=maileg) and in-store at either of our locations.

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Holiday gift guide – baby present ideas

Saturday, December 3rd, 2011

Our holiday gift guides are back! If you’re looking for a little help finding holiday presents for the little ones on your list – look no further. We’ll be posting a few  guides for children of different age ranges.

First up is our baby gift guide – a few gift suggestions for newborns to twelve months. Here’s some cute, fun and practical suggestions that will be loved by all that receive.

All products can be found online (http://shop NULL.dandelionkids NULL.ca/) and in-store at either of our locations.

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Baby it’s cold outside – The RoSK Pouch has arrived

Wednesday, November 30th, 2011

Keep your baby warm and dry with the RoSK cold weather baby pouch (http://shop NULL.dandelionkids NULL.ca/index NULL.php?search=rosk). Designed to keep babies extra toasty in cold weather with thick plush fabric on the inside, and a weather-proof outer shell. An elastic hem around helps keep the fluffy plush lining snug around baby, and allows the Pouch to expand to fit Beco (http://shop NULL.dandelionkids NULL.ca/index NULL.php?search=beco%20organic)/Ergo style carrier, larger strollers, and car seats. The snap tabs help to streamline the fit when using a Bjorn/Gemini style carriers (http://shop NULL.dandelionkids NULL.ca/index NULL.php?search=gemini), smaller strollers and car seats. The kangaroo style front pocket is warm and deep enough hold your phone, pacifier, key’s, etc., or give babies bum a little rub. Comes in Grey/Mint,Grey/Pink and Gray/Sky Blue.

 

Christmas in Port Moody!

Tuesday, November 29th, 2011

 

A fun and festive evening for you and your family!  Have your photo taken with Santa, take a ride on the horse drawn carriage, listen to the carolers, make a craft or two. We will be offering a special discount that evening.

Our Friend Michelle Libby from Studio 32 (http://www NULL.studio32photography NULL.com) will be set up in front of our shop to take silly photos of you and your family.  Perfect to give as a presents this season!

 

Voted “One of Vancouver’s top Portrait Photographers”- vancouvermom.ca -2010
Voted “Best Wedding Feature” – aislewalk magazine -2011
Voted “Best Editorial” — aislewalk magazine -2010
Voted “Best of Weddings” — the Knot  – 2007

 

When?  This Thursday, December 1 6-9 pm at Suter Brooke Village, Port Moody. Corner of Ioco Road and Murray Street.

Tegu Magnetic Blocks are for adults too.

Sunday, November 27th, 2011

These are absolutely stunning beyond words. Children and adults will love to play with them.

Tegu (http://shop NULL.dandelionkids NULL.ca/index NULL.php?search=tegu+magnetic+wooden+blocks-+jungle) (pronounced “Tay-goo”) angle MAGNETIC blocks allow geometric building possibilities for gravity-defying play that takes you to the edge. Magnets are responsibly embedded safely within the beautiful natural wood exterior of Tegu blocks (http://shop NULL.dandelionkids NULL.ca/index NULL.php?search=tegu+magnetic+wooden+blocks-+jungle). Though, we’re not sure how they got the magnets in there. Reach new heights. Approach your tall tower from all kinds of new angles!

Tegu blocks come packaged in a beautifully designed box large and rigid enough to store the blocks for many years to come. Also, don’t miss out on some really fun factoids about the blocks and their origin on the inside of each package.

Tegu practices “Sustainable forestry” means that trees are harvested in a selective and controlled manner such that the forest is allowed to continue to develop and properly regenerate. The wood and the coatings are water-based and non-toxic.

Includes: 40 blocks in seven shapes as follows: 4 large columns, 8 mega planks, 8 long planks, 4 medium columns, 4 small trapezoids, 4 large trapezoids & 8 short planks. Each set also includes the Tegu Story; a booklet containing various building ideas to get you started and information regarding their social & environmental initiatives.

Don’t forget to check out the Tegu travel tote! Bring your blocks around in style!

 

Introducing dandelion KIDS online Wish List! Holiday shopping made easy.

Sunday, November 27th, 2011

Introducing easier holiday shopping:
dandelion KIDS now offers an online Wish List!

Our new wish list makes gift giving easy!

Simply create an account (https://shop NULL.dandelionkids NULL.ca/index NULL.php?xlspg=customer_register) on our online store (http://shop NULL.dandelionkids NULL.ca/), make your wish list (check it twice), and then email to your friends and family. They can purchase your selections right from your list. We can ship it or choose store pick up and we will have the items wrapped and ready.

Have fun browsing! We’re adding new products every day so be sure to check back. You never know what you might find.

Just in time for the holiday season… But not just for the holiday season! This wish list feature is also helpful for baby showers and birthdays.