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August 2009 Children's Club: Established Exhibitors - Part II
Diaper Dude Dad friendly diaper bags, accessories, and gift items Designer: Chris Pegula Wholesale: $28 - $62 Standouts: The new 'Little D' children's backpacks in camouflage print with dragon or in black with a white peace sign and guitar; the roomy black 'Deluxe' bag for dad which is meant for twins or for overnight trips; the olive drab eco friendly messenger bag or tote made from 25 recycled water bottles; the gift sets in 4 styles which contain a baby one-piece and a T-shirt for dad; the colorful Lotus Bag from the Diaper Diva line for moms.
FYI: Chris began the line when he became a father and needed items that were cool, hip, and laid back to match his Santa Monica beach vibe. He is currently working on a line of laptop bags. Tel: 877-334-2737 E-mail: info@diaperdude.com
Elk Flexible sole footwear for kids Designer: Joan Wang Wholesale: $12 - $22 Sizes: Infant, toddler Standouts: The gold and silver metallic Mary Janes; the black and white lace up 'saddle shoes', the whimsical 'black tie' optional with bow tie; the brown suede 'Mack' bootie.
FYI: The company is so named because the founder's family vacations in Elk Lake, in Northern Michigan. Their tag line is, "best footwear for growing feet"; all the shoes are made from safe and environmentally friendly leather which is machine washable, or can easily be wiped clean; in addition a thin and soft thermo plastic rubber sole helps the little one navigate the 'art' of walking and the adjustable elastic keeps them on little feet. Tel: 734-476-2741 E-mail: info@elkkids.com
Nowa Li Soft soled moccasin socks Designer: Diane Reznik Wholesale: $12.50 - $15.00 Ages: 3 months - adult Standouts: The little girl's patterned tights (leopard, stripes, dots, etc.); the signature patterned soft soled moccasin socks for girls in correspondingly girlie shades of pink and red (stripes, dots, hearts, flowers); the soft soled moccasin socks for boys in browns and blues, decorated with a 'monster', monkey, robot.
FYI: All the moccasin socks have non skid bottoms and a double elastic at the ankle which helps them to stay up; Nowa Li is the name of a fabled Indian Princess and the company is planning to start a clothing line (layette, bibs, one-pieces, etc.) for Spring 2010 Tel: 609-397-6303 / (877) 466-9254 E-mail: info@nowali.com
Myself Belts The belt kids can fasten themselves. Designers: Danielle Eason; Talia Goldfarb Wholesale: $7.45 Ages: Girls 4 - 6X, Boys 4 - 7, Toddler Standouts: The new Princess, Pastel Stripe, and Solid Pink for girls; the Race Cars, Sport, Flag, and brand new Guitar for boys.
FYI: The brainchild of two moms, the product is easy to use, promotes independence, boosts self esteem, and is adult sized for those with special needs; the company has received much press having been featured in 'babycouture', 'Child', and 'Cookie', which declared: "Myself Belts...an invention akin to the wheel when it comes to children's clothing". Tel: 314-863-2358 E-mail: sales@myselfbelts.com
Swankie Blankie Chic and sophisticated line of blankets, pillows, robes, bibs, hooded towels and more. Designer: Susie Grant Ages: Infant - Adult Wholesale: $11 - $95 Standouts: The machine washable and dryer safe hooded towels; the receiving blankets; the throw blankets; the car seat covers; the 'Moses' basket; the plush adult robes all of which are available in a wide variety of colors and prints (including the always popular animal prints, polka dots, camouflage, toile, peace signs.
FYI: The company was founded in 2000 and is the result of "a mother's love for her children and their unconditional love of their blankies." When Ms. Grant began making the blankets for family and friends, her company was born and has grown to include a wide variety of high quality products which mix form and function. Almost everything is machine washable, durable, and made with love in Texas. Tel: 972-248-6775 E-mail: susiegrant@sbcglobal.net
Kanu Surf Surf themed clothing and accessories for kids (girls and boys), juniors, and young men. Wholesale: $2.80 - $9.50 Sizes: Boys 4 - 7, Boys 8 - 20, Girls 4 - 6X, Girls 7 - 14, Infant, Toddler Standouts: The boldly printed microfiber shorts in big bold plaids, eye catching tropical florals, and abstract graphics; the coordinating nylon spandex rash guards; the line of surf-based UV Protective sunglasses.
FYI: It all began with idea of designing the perfect board short, from just 5 basic pieces, it has grown into a full collection. While the look is very West Coast, the company is based on the East Coast (New York City to be exact). Tel: 917-969-2369 / 212-868-9771 E-mail: rightcoastsales@aol.com
3 Sprouts Organic animal themed hooded towels and accessories Designers: Banu Khurana, Amit Khurana, Obsidian Graham Wholesale: $4 - $19 Ages: Newborn - 5 Standouts: The organic cotton hooded towels with unbleached terry inside available in 5 different animals including monkey, hippo, chicken; the huge (20" X 17") Organic Storage Bins (available in 4 designs which include a monkey and elephant); the recycled nylon art smocks (frog, monkey); the PEVA placemats available in 3 designs (cow, frog, monkey)
FYI: The Toronto-based company is so named because it's the brainchild of three friends who share a love of children and a love of unique design. The animal themed graphics are bold, colorful, simple, functional, and durable and most of all happy and smile provoking, which is precisely the point. Their tag line is, "Live, love, smile". Tel: 416-754-1641 E-mail: contact@3sprouts.com
Originally published August 31, 2009
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