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Thoughtful, luxurious, heirloom quality.

Designed by Noel Wiggins, these beautiful baby rattles are hand-tuned to sixteen tones and are available in gold, silver or hematite as well as 3 distinguished shapes.

My favorite is the Elongated rattle in hematite (above, back left).

I know a baby who would like one!

Shop Noel Wiggins!

Happy Monday!

This week's Gift Grab: 10% off the cozy wonder of Kata Golda's selection of felted wool gifts & toys. Each piece is hand crafted with the comforting look of yesteryear. The Gift Grab sale ends Sunday, December 12th, Midnight PST

Cozy! Click to shop Kata Golda.

Blocks & PlayShapes designed by Zoe Miller & David Goodman = Millergoodman = open creative play for children and adults! Did you play with blocks as a kid?

If you are wanting to give an extra special, thoughtfully artish gift, think PlayShapes!  Playshapes are a modular set of 74 geometric wooden pieces can be endlessly arranged or stacked to produce hundreds of 3D creations, and can  also be used as drawing templates.

Millergoodman is a part of the Holiday Forest Finds & would make a swell gift for the whole family.

Shop Millergoodman!

Who doesn't love a cute print?

I do & am loving the sweet sentiment of the prints & posters by English Muffin. Enlgish Muffin is a part of the Holiday Forest Finds & I couldn't be happier!

My favorite gift pick? The maps -- your pick: Canada, United States or Europe. Simple, whimsical... and enough color to brighten you day!

Shop English Muffin!

Happy Monday! Last week's Elks & Angels Gift Grab sale is now over! You can still shop their fantastic new collection, here.

What's up for week #3 of the f&f Holiday Gift Grabs? 10% off Brinca Dada's extraordinary (doll)house & furniture of your dreams! Brinca Dada is for the design minded parents with fun minded.... kids. Move your child's imagination into the Brinca Dada Emerson House & coordinating set of Classic Contemporary Furniture. Full of amazing-ness.

The Brinca Dada Gift Grab Sale ends Sunday, December 5th, Midnight PST. Get grabbing!

Happy Cyber Monday! The Happiest internet shopping day of the year! Click it!

fawn&forest is the best because....
1. free shipping on orders over $50
2. super sweet gift card promo = $15 free f&f gift card for every $100 spent. more info? click here.
3. we answer your questions, instantly. just click on the little "live chat" button (top right hand corner). Available 9-5pst m-f.

"they" love f&f too! recent f&f exposure includes:
1. lunch punch match & munch in IN STYLE magazine
2. miss natalie heirloom growth chart in Gifted magazine
3. brinca dada emerson dollhouse on Notcot
4. petunia pickle bottom sightseer baby carrier on Ohdeedoh

Need ideas?
Early Bird Gift Guide
Early Bird Gift Guide Catalog (woo! cool!)
Online gift guide

We've sweetened the deal just for you... just in time for the Holidays!

For every $100 spent, receive a free $15 gift card toward your next purchase at fawn&forest. 

Valid on orders over $200. Gift cards will be emailed withing 48 hours of purchase. Offer good until 12/31/10 midnight PST.

For more info, click here.

Stunning! November & December's frosty crop of Forest Finds are luxurious, ingenious & whimsical.

Here's the scoop on the Holiday Forest Finds:

Elks & Angels :: luxurious, pure Australian sheepskin wares for baby
Brinca Dada :: amaaaaazing modern dollhouse & furniture
English Muffin :: whimsical prints & posters
Graphic Spaces :: foresty & friendly bookends & cases
Miller Goodman :: supercool wood toys
Little Lion Studios :: stunning wall graphics

Shop NOW!!

Happy Monday! Last week's barley & birch Gift Grab sale is now over! You can still shop their fantastic new collection, here.

What's up for week #2 of the f&f Holiday Gift Grabs? 10% off Elks & Angels' luxurious line of pure Australian sheepskin wares for the little ones. Elks & Angels is an emerging company, founded by Australian born Janet Kennedy Ault, who has debuted with a very.... cozy collection - featuring Snuggle Pods, Rugs, Slippers as well as the top gift pick, the Snuggle Bear. 

The Elks & Angels sale ends Sunday, November 28th at midnight, PST. Shop the Grab Bag now!

Alexander Girard has officially become my stocking-stuffer pick of the year! Though his panel paintings - shown above - would make mighty fine gifts, Girard's Give Love Gift Set is a-m-a-z-i-n-g, and at $45, a steal.

The Give Love Gift Set is a set of 6 3x3" wood blocks so you can give love to everyone you know this holiday season!

Shop Alexander Girard!

The wood Animal Box by Karl Zahn is the perfect gift. Even though it has an affordable pricepoint at $35 it looks much more fancy & sophisticated.

Each of the 6 wood animals doubles as a storage box for anything.....tiny. On the shelf, it is sculpture. On the side table, it's a totem. On the counter, it offers a hiding spot.

My favorite? The whale.

Shop Karl Zahn!

We have created an amazing Early Bird Gift Guide to make your Holiday shopping, enjoyable... featuring inspiring & thoughtful gifts on any budget.

To view the Early Bird Gift Guide and to download the PDF, click here!  The PDF is located at the bottom of the right hand column.

To view in full screen, click here.

Happy shopping!

Grab exclusive savings on this Season's most fantastic gifts! Each week we'll introduce new gifts to the "grab bag"... but don't delay! Discounts end each Sunday at midnight.

What's in this week's Gift Grab? The highly esteemed Barley & Birch. 10% off all organic clothing, featuring Barley & Birch's new Fall/Winter 2010 collection of tees & one pieces. Barley & Birch's witty designs and eco-consciousness are the perfect gift for the kids who have... everything.

The Barley & Birch Gift Grab sale ends Sunday, November 21st, Midnight PST.

Shop NOW!

Super cool! My kids would be so excited to have their favorite animal in pillow form....!! 

For a bit of history, Ross Menuez's animal pillows & playthings are inspired by Victorian shaped pillows while the graphics are based on the first mass produced images from 19th century illustrations.

The pillows are available in a variety of sizes & pricepoints & a few designs are even available in one pieces & tees. Welcome animal kingdom!

My fav? The fawn, of course.

Shop Ross Menuez!

Opus is brave & daring & a little crazy. And that's why I am in love with their newest Winter '10 Collection. AND because they have such fantastic style for the little ones.

My favorite? The plaid jumpsuit.

Shop Opus!

Happy Tuesday! Today's Top 10: Boy Clothes. Yes, I know girls can wear blue and boys can wear pink... but today's top 10 is pointing to the fact that there are some amazing & hip clothes for boys!  As a mother of 3 boys I know that there is an abundance of cute girl clothes, so today, it's all about the boys.

1. opus plaid jumpsuit
2. ross menuez poodle one piece
3. PPB chocolate/sky diamond boy's social set
4. kina natural kahu booties
5. baby chai blue monkeys gown
6. shirin barn owl one piece
7. ever/after fleece pants
8. baby star soy/organic buddha one piece
9. opus organic armored navy v-neck
10. colette kids dallas sheep one piece

This week I have some fantastic new clothing collections to share with you, perfect for the cozy layering that fall/winter style requires. Brrr!

Today? Shirin Kids. Shirin blasts their signature imagery with wintery brightness. The Shirin Kids Holiday Collection includes pleated sleeve dresses, ruffled tees & neon barn owls.

I'm loving the contrast of the muted fabrics with bold, bright prints. Hello neon pink!

My favorite piece? The Butterfly Wreath one-piece. So cool.

If you're a cat person, today's Top 10 is for you! Too cute? Ross Munuez's kitten pillow (#10) awww!!

1. klt works kiki the kitty
2. kid O cat puzzle
3. ross menuez large cat pillow
4. avalisa cat face wall art
5. lupin cat mask
6. colette kids rocky tiger tee
7. klt works kitty one piece
8. spot on square ray the cat
9. petit collage tiger
10. ross menuez kitten pillow

For the love of dark wood, Oeuf has recently debuted the Sparrow Collection in a walnut finish!

Nice!

The new walnut Sparrow pieces include a crib, 3 drawer dresser and dresser.

Shop the Oeuf Sparrow Collection!

Hello? Hello?!!

Playing telephone is not only fun for kids... but a learning experience as well.

Supplies:
2 empty, clean tin cans
Something to poke a hole in the tin can (such as a nail & a hammer)
Cotton string at least 1-2 yards long
Paint/decoration

Do:
1. Make sure the tin cans are empty, clean and any metal or sharp bits are... well, not sharp.
2. Poke a hole in the middle of the bottom of the can using an awl or a make-shift awl (strong nail & hammer)
3. Decorate the cans. I spray painted ours yellow. Kids should not spray paint, so using water-based paints or decoupage would also be good options.
4. Once the cans are dry, thread one end of the string through the can (from the outside in) and then make a hefty knot so the string won't escape out the hole. Do this to both ends.

Play:
1. Each kids holds a can, walking far enough apart from each other to pull the string taut.
2. One kid talks into the can, the other kid holds the can up to her ear to listen. Telephone!
3. The key is keeping the string pulled taut.

How does it work?

Happy Friday! Have a wonderful weekend!

Colette Kids, a part of this months Forest Finds, has created a fantastic line of tees & one pieces that any kid would be thrilled to wear.. featuring simple shaped animals in the most vibrant colors. 

Designed in San Fransisco, Colette Kids uses eco-friendly dyes and organic & baby rib cotton, using a local printer that works with at-risk youth by providing paid employment, job training and supportive service.

Bonus? The entire collection was designed to be not gender specific that could be shared by siblings... making hand-me-downs a whole lot sweeter.

Shop Colette Kids!

Happy October! There's a lot of fun to be had this month.... Here's a top 10 of  Halloween-ish goodies!

1. owly bat mobile
2. oeuf alpaca fox tail & mask
3. made by mosey orange vintage bunting
4. lupin cat mask
5. super natural baby orange blanket/poncho
6. acme crown set
7. colette kids rocky tiger tee
8. little hero power cuffs
9. oeuf raccoon tail & mask
10. little hero playful pirate cape

As a part of this month's forest finds, we've brought in a fresh new crop of Plover Organic! Plover's newest collection is packed full of organic beauty -- twin bedding and crib sets.

My favorite of Plover's newest prints? Thorns Gold Circle. I'm crazy about the yellow & greys... and love the quilt.

To shop Plover's amazing new collection of quilts, bedding, duvets and crib sets, click here.

To shop Plover's complete collection including queen & king sizes, visit out sister site, Goodnight Green.

Woo! Receive 30% off select Dwellstudio products!

With over 50 products on sale, here are my top 5 picks:
1. gio lemon coated bib
2. plus aqua bath mat
3. organic cotton knit circles blanket
4. organic poppy blossom crib set
5. signs wool rug

Start shopping Dwellstudio now!!!

I adore the color grey & think it's a lovely color for the little ones too. You?

1. oeuf sparrow crib
2. PPB tea on the thames boxy backpack
3. stokke classic tripp trapp
4. ferm living knitted grey vase
5. duc duc parker armoire
6. dwellstudio applique arrows boudoir pillow
7. shirin bird crew tee
8. PPB organic sleepy santorini stroller blanket
9. KLT works coy kitties mobile
10. ferm living square grey pillow

Wow! What is that?

Take a guess....?!

The Hut-Hut Kids by Kalon Studios is a playful reinterpretation of the rocking horse.

Available in 5 beautiful woods and 5 wonderful & stimulating resin colors.

Bonus? Pre-order the resin Hut Hut now for Christmas at a discounted price!

Shop Kalon Studios.

Nothing more classic than the ABC's! bioME 5 takes it to the next level -- an animal to correspond to the correct letter -- with the name of the animal written upside-down so your little one can learn to read!

So fun....! Available in one pieces and tees.

What else? (From the mouths of the founders of bioME 5)

The bioME 5 Animal Alphabet Project was created and inspired by our intrigue of a child's visual learning process. Children, like sponges, absorb sounds, shapes, and colors in a constant process of play and discovery. Vibrant colors, large letters, and easily recognizable animals create intriguing graphics but also serve as recognition and learning catalysts for children. This inspiration combined with a fascination and appreciation of nature's beauty and diversity has developed into products that act as both an exercise in imagination and learning tools.

Shop bioME 5!

The Oeuf Sparrow Trundle. Such a brilliant idea.

Not only is it extra storage for all your little one's collections but, when fitted with a trundle mattress is the perfect spot for a sleepover.

Shop the Oeuf Sparrow Collection.

Today's Top 10 Tuesday includes a handful of products that I recently purchased for the arrival of my 3rd son, Isac.  Some items are totally practical (#5) and a few are total splurges (#10).  What was I most pleasantly surprised by? How versatile and cozy the buckwheat baby mat is (#1)!!

1. honeydumplings organic buckwheat baby mat
2. sakura bloom pure linen ring sling
3. ever/after v-neck one piece
4. dwellstudio sullivan messenger bag
5. tummy tub
6. baby star soy organic cotton gown
7. petunia pickle bottom stop in singapore tour guide baby carrier
8. dwellstudio cashmere silk knit cars in chocolate icon blanket
9. natursutten natural rubber pacifier
10. kina lamb booties

Look! We recently updated KLT Works line of clothing & home accessories and have added some fantastic new products.

What's new? Marvelous screen printed mobiles featuring KLT Work's iconic imagery. I find the Woodland Creatures Mobile hard to resist, how about you?!

KLT Works has not forgotten our favorite domestic animals with their cute kitty and dog tees & one pieces as well as Mini-Plush Dogs, shown above, right.

All screen-printed images are from Kristin Loffer Theiss' original drawings in thread which she creates using free-motion sewing. So creative!

Click here to shop the entire KLT Works collection.

As summertime draws to a close... wouldn't a relaxing, festive party with your dearest friends.... just be perfect?

The Acme Party Box Company, a part of the July & August Forest Finds, has everything you'll need for a sophisticated & fun soiree at home. 

In addition to complete Party Box Sets (which come a in variety of themes & colors, shown on page 1 & 2). Acme also has a lovely handful of other party-making goods.


A few of my favorite:
1. Set of 4 felt party crowns
2. Woodlands Bunting
3. Forest Floral party guest pack
4. Circus Deluxe centerpiece set
5. Chocolate Tangerine table runner

I love how Acme Party Box Company has created a thoughtful assemblage of party supplies that are high quality, simple to use... and re-use. Perfect.

We have been having so much fun with Kinderville products in our house this past month! As a part of the July & August Forest Finds, I was eager to give everything a test run.

And then I found this recipe for Banana Ice cream that involved 1 ingredient: bananas. Banana Ice cream (healthy!) + Kinderville Ice Pop Molds = perfect summertime treat!

Following this simple recipe, the kids & I made the ice cream (though i also added a tad of milk & a big scoop of almond butter), scooped it in the Ice Pop Molds and then popped them in the freezer for a few hours.

The result? A totally healthy treat -- creamy & quite fun to eat.

HAPPY TUESDAY! Happy elephants!

1. bioME 5 "E" organic elephant tee
2. petit collage elephant baby splash
3. cuckoboo blue elephant pacifier
4. dwellstudio robin/chocolate elephant pillow
5. dwellstudio elephant in lemon bookshelf
6. ben blanc elephant corkel
7. ferm living elle elephant organic pillow
8. elly nelly elephant wall graphic
9. tiny warbler elephant
10. decoylab elephant modern wall clock

Lunch Punch collection of sandwich cutters is one of those simple, entirely brilliant products that has been a crazy hot seller on fawn&forest.

The 2 new Lunch Punch sets, VrrRMM and Sanwishes have been available for pre-order for the past month and i am thrilled to announce they will be shipping in the next few days! A summertime boredom buster & back to school treat!

How fantastic! To shop the entire collection of Lunch Punches, click here.

Happy Tuesday! Like stripes, dots will never go out of style. Universal fun!

Top 10 DOTS at fawn&forest:

1. ferm living molecule building set
2. stokke blue dots sleeping bag
3. name your design modern girl polka dots
4. dwellstudio dots chocolate storage bin
5. dwellstudio dots in aqua wall art
6. true modern spot on duvet & sham set
7. fatboy island
8. twinkle living dot cosmic pillow
9. nutcase little nutty helmet in dots
10. bioME 5 organic octopus one piece

Summertime is in full swing. Parties out on the lawn. Kids running recklessly with popsicle. Time spent together.  July & August's Forest Finds hit the spot, handpicked to take you through the lovelyness of  Summer.

Party? With the Acme Party Box Company throwing a party has never been so... thoughtful, simple & chic! Not only do they have a fantastic selection of colorways & themes, Acme's party goods selection is amazing as well -- from full on party kits to buntings, table runners & crowns.

Fresh Scoop! KLT Works has been a part of fawn&forest for over 2 years. This month I'm excited to bring you all the latest & greatest from Kristin Loffer Theiss including her new mobiles, softies & tees. A real Forest Find...

Kinderville... ah-ha! Perfect for summertime, treats & little hands. Kinderville's silicone Ice Pop molds allow you & the littles to make homemade push-up pops. What could be more fun?

To shop the July & August Forest Finds, click here.

The Modern Baby Company recently debuted their new collection, which has been a fantastic part the June Forest Finds. Sign me up, I am a fan!

Not only is the new collection of mobiles, clothing & prints incredibly affordable but charming & thoughtfully composed as well. While all 3 of the laser cut birch mobiles are lovely (and only $40!) my favorite is the Whale Mobile. Love!

The one pieces by The Modern Baby Co. are made of super soft & stretchy cotton & printed with eco-friendly inks in the most adorable designs -- the lion!

To shop the entire collection of The Modern Baby Company, click here.

When it comes to motherly "nesting"... there seems to be a desire to have your new baby's name on a beautiful piece of wallart for the nursery. The finishing touch. The perfect name. The room is done!

Name Your Design, a part of the June Forest Finds, is your new best friend with a lovely collection of customizable wallart, perfect for any nursery style... and name!

Available in 2 formats, canvas prints or matte paper in a variety of sizes & pricepoints. While it's hard to pick 1 favorite, I love the playfulness of the Pink Gumball Machine.

To shop Name Your Design, click here.

With 2 sons & a 3rd due in August, I am always on the lookout for casual, simple boys clothes. The brand new clothing company ever/after totally hits the look & feel.... perfectly... for boy & girls.... and is a part of the June Forest Finds.

And yet, ever/after takes it all a step further than just clothing & style. ever/after will donate 25% of the profit of each garment you purchase to the charity of your choice. ever/after has partnered with several charities that share the same vision of creating powerful & sustaining change in the lives of children in need. Every garment comes with a change the story card that holds the value of the donation. Simply follow the directions on the card to.... change the story.

To shop ever/after's line of casual basics for infants to 4 years, click here.

DID you hear? We're having a nesting sale! Time to add those finishing details to the nursery!

Our nesting sale includes select Ferm Living pieces, Dwellstudio wall art and Dwellstudio oval crib bedding! And did you see? f&f is offering a free Dwellstudio crib sheet with all Dwellstudio crib set purchases!

Also be sure to shop our Warehouse Clearance Sale -- new items are added every week at fantastically low prices!

To shop f&f sales, click here.

A glider that reclines.... a recliner... that glides!  The Monte Grano Glider is absolutely perfect. The Grano has a sleek, slim profile and a hidden little recliner pull on the inside of the arm to pop out the recliner. Hidden! No bulky 1970's lever for the kids to monkey with!

The Monte Grano is available in a selection of stain resistant fabrics & bonded leather and is made to order in Canada and is free of formaldehyde, toxic glues and the foam is P.B.D.E. free.

To shop Monte, click here.

Add some snazzy Danish design to your nursery and kid's room with Ferm Living! Ferm Living has an amazing Kid's Collection that includes wallpaper, wall stickers, bedding and some amazing accessories - such as the organic Storytime Mobile, which is so sweet!

In addition to their Kids Collection, Ferm Living has an amazing home collection as well which includes pillows, wallpaper, wall stickers and accessories. My favorite? The Molecule Building Set.

Now for a limited time, save big on select Ferm Living pieces! Click here to shop the sale. Sale ends June 30th while supplies last.

June Forest Finds!

We're celebrating the 2nd anniversary of the Forest Finds this month with 3 amazing companies: ever/after, The Modern Baby Company and Name Your Design.

I'm celebrating!

ever/after's brand new line of clothing is a collection of basic everyday pieces... thoughtfully designed & total style. C'mon. A black v-neck one piece for the babe? Totally cool.

The Modern Baby Company has recently released some amazing new products including the affordably priced laser cut birch mobiles. I'm in love with the Whale Mobile.

Nothing quite like a little... custom. Name Your Design's poster & canvas wall art prints are customized to include you child's name in the design. The ABC print really catches my eye.


To shop June's Forest Finds, click here.

True. As a Mom (or Dad) you will: a.) need to carry your cute little baby and b.) need to do something else important else at the same time. Happily... inevitable.

Petunia Pickle Bottom has designed a very snazzy, high stylin' & totally utilitarian range of front carriers. Front carriers are easy to use and are versatile enough to use until baby is 22 lbs.

Bonus? All the Sightseer (fabric print, above left) carriers are made with organic cotton while the Walkabout (felt, above right) uses handsome wool felt.

To shop Petunia Pickle Bottom carriers, click here.

Just in time for Summer, P'kolino! Creativity bursts! Kid-sized play tables & art easels by P’kolino help kids tackle all their projects at an affordable price.

Other favorites? The Clothes Tree (above, middle) and the cozy Little Reader Chair.

To shop P'kolino, click here.

Have you taken a peek at the brand new Nook Sleep System?! Nook is breaking the box with their thoughtful design & innovative approach in creating sleep products for the babes.

In a nutshell, Nook uses natural & organic materials including organic cotton, eucalyptus and zinc to create breathable, non-toxic and hypoallergenic mattresses, nap sacks, blankets, pillows & sheets.  And the Pebble Crib Mattress? Check it out. It's covered in pebbles...

To shop Nook products, available in a snappy array of bright colors (low-impact dyes!) and made in the USA (bonus!)... click here.

It's true. Some babies will not lie on a flat, stationary surface (think cribs & bassinets) and peacefully sleep. These babes need the constant soothing motion & coziness of the womb. I know this quite well, my firstborn was such a baby that never chilled out unless he was snuggled in & moooooooving.

This is why the Hushamok Baby Hammock is absolutely brilliant -- it's been designed to mimic a womb like environment. Which is gold for parents whose baby is not down with being static. The Hushamok Leafspring reproduces a gentle rhythmic, gently rocking motion which helps babies sleep better and longer.

Bravo!

Icing on the cake?
- The whole Hushamok Dream Hammock Set is lightweight & portable (even comes with it's own travel bag!)
- The Hammock & the fitted sheets are made from 100% Turkish organic cotton. Organic!
- Versatility? Of course. The Hushamok Organic Myseat uses the same stand to create a cozy little seat to sooth & comfort your little one during the day.

We LOVE Moms! MOMS! We love you!

With baby comes everything.... practical. Treat yourself to something extravagant... something extra fancy. With love, of course.

To help you out in your well deserved fanciness enter the code MOM in the discounts field at checkout to save 10% on orders over $100. For all the details, click here.

Ideas? (Pictured above, left to right).
1. New Petunia Pickle Bottom front carrier.
2. Frazier & Wing Garlands.
3. PPB Cake Cosmopolitan Carryall.
4. Decoylab Kirie 01 Bamboo Clock.

What else? Piles of hugs, kisses & snuggles from your loved ones.

Hey, Charlie!

Check out the fantastic new collection for spring by UK based designers, Olli & Lime..... Charlie! Charlie is both neutral & graphic and really, not at all too cute. Which is nice, really.

The Charlie pattern is dotted on a range of products including a crib set, sleepsack, travel changing mat, as well as a really fantastic Numbers Print.

More cool? Now through May 31st save 15% on the Charlie Collection by Olli & Lime, exclusively at fawn&forest!

To shop the sale, click here.

We love Kokopax. Not only has Kokopax brought back the classic frame style carrier for the everyday, but they've brought it back in extreme style.

New for 2010, Kokopax has launched 2 new carrier styles (in addition to their "classic" carrier): the Eco Carrier and the City Carrier. While the differences between the carriers are subtle (strap style, fabric content) the purpose remains the same: keep baby happy and your hands free as you breeze through daily life.

To shop the new CITY & ECO Kokopax Carriers, click here.

I'm thrilled to introduce the brand new ECHO Crib by Kalon Studios!  fawn&forest is exclusively launching the ECHO Crib in partnership with Kalon.

Not only does the ECHO Crib, with it's strong lines & solid construction celebrate the quintessential form of the crib, it also has a gentle impact on the environment.

The ECHO Crib is constructed with solid FSC-Certified domestic Maple construction (no MDF!) and finished with the finest: Milk Based Finish which is 100% organic, 100% biodegradable, 100% sustainable, 100% non-toxic, 100% VOC + HAPS free. 

Very thoughtful & made in the USA.

To learn more about the  ECHO Crib by Kalon Studios & to shop the exclusive pre-order sale (10% off now through May 17th!) click here.

New Shirin for Spring & Summer! I always am eager to see what designer Shirin Roubeni has concocted for the new season. Shirin is brave & brilliant.

Shirin has 3 lovely little girl dresses this season (my favorite is the Cotton Plant Puff) as well as this great boy-ish option, the Cockatoo Bird one piece (pictures above, left).

To shop Shirin, click here.

Fresh for spring, Petit Collage has a handful of new goodies out!

I'm partial to the new Forest Friends mobile (above left), though the Folk Farm mobile (above middle) is rather sweet as well. Petit Collage's new Fabric Pennant wall decals are fantastic - their prints are inspired from vintage wallpaper -- cool!

To shop Petit Collage, click here.

What a fun Earth Week celebration this has been at fawn&forest ! In the final hours.... don't forget to:

1. use the earth day discount code (more info here!) 10% off sale ends friday 4/23 at midnight PST.
2. enter to win our fantastic earth day prizes! Click here to enter! Contest ends 4/23 at midnight PST.

BIG thanks & love to the Shambala, the publisher of Let's Go Outside! I Love Dirt! and The Green Hour as well as the lovely ladies of Barley & Birch for being a part of our fantastic Earth Week Celebration!

I am thrilled to have today's guest post by the much loved Sara Sophia of the blog Tout-Est-Des-Roses to round out f&f's Earth Week celebrations! Sara Sophia is a sweet mother to 4 children and lives  purposefully with her family.

Popcorn Snacks!

Snacks for children are NOTORIOUS for their unnecessary amount of packaging---not to mention unhealthy ingredients.  For Earth Week why not try making your own goodies?

Some ideas to fill reusable snack pouches are: banana chips, raisins, homemade oatmeal cookies, and granola.  One thing that we love to make as a family for snacks is popcorn.

Not your average theater-variety either---we make ours on the stove top with coconut oil and organic popcorn kernels! Its super fun for the wee ones to listen to the kernels pop---and leftovers can be turned into caramel corn.

Here is a quick how-to:
First take a 6-quart pan and add about 3 Tablespoons of coconut oil. Turn your stove onto a Medium setting (we dial to 4) and wait for the coconut oil to melt. Once it has melted add three popcorn kernels and wait for ONE to pop. (This way we can make sure that our pan is hot enough to pop the corn--and yet won't toast the outside while the oil heats up, giving it a burned taste.)

Once your one kernel has popped, add the rest (about 1/2 -3/4 cup of popcorn kernels). Place a lid on the top and keep the pan in continual movement (my husband calls this the "Snack Time Shake Down" :P), sliding it back and forth on the oven top. In a few minutes most of your kernels will have popped (listen for the popping to slow down) and you can turn off the heat.

Remove the pan from the stove and make sure ALL popping has ceased before tossing your popcorn out of the pan, and into a big bowl for sharing. BUT, we aren't done yet---put the still warm pan back on the stove and add a bit of butter to melt. Then drizzle this over your popcorn and add salt, pepper, cinnamon, parmesan cheese--whatever makes you happy.

Best snack ever--and takes only about 10 minutes to make.

If you want to go the extra mile and make some super yummy caramel corn for your littles--here is the recipe we tried (and loved!).

So, for Earth Day---and every day--we are making an effort to eat only homemade snacks, which are healthy for us---and we are also making an effort to forgo all that packing, which is healthy for our planet. Will you join us?

Big hugs & thanks Sara Sophia for making our Earth Week celebration extra special. Be sure to visit Sara Sophia's blog Tout-Est-Des-Roses! 

Happy Earth Day from fawn&forest!

1. Be sure to enter our giveaway & win some fantastic earth-loving prizes! Contest ends Friday.

2. A discount? Enter EARTH into the discount field at check out to save 10%. Click here for more info.

3. Catch our fun Earth Day projects here & here.

... and tomorrow we will have another fantastic Earth Day project & recipe for the whole family!

We're celebrating Earth Week at fawn&forest by taking the kids outside & getting creative! Today we have an intriguing outdoor project from Jennifer Ward's fantastic book let's go outside!

Buried treasures. Treasure maps. Excited kids. My older son (pictured above) decided that he wanted his buried treasure to be snap pea seeds. So we set out... to do project #11, Buried Treasures in let's go outside!

"Many animals in the wild bury "treasures" as a means of survival, such as squirrels who stash nuts for the winter. ... Invite your children to bury some "treasure" and then create a map to its location. Invite a friend or family member to follow the map to see if the treasure can be located. If she has never buried anything or created a map before, read on to discover how it's done."

The boys placed their treasure in a tiny metal canister & we set out in the yard looking for the perfect place to dig a small hole for the treasure. We buried our treasure and spent some extra time digging in the dirt, always exciting! Afterward, we spent time drawing maps of our yard -- a great outdoor observational activity. Of course, our map included a giant X where the treasure was buried. Will Dad be able to follow the map and find the buried treasure?!

"Excerpted from LET'S GO OUTSIDE! by Jennifer Ward, (c)
2009.  Published by arrangement with Trumpeter, an imprint of Shambhala Publications, Inc., Boston.  www.Shambhala.com."

To purchase Jennifer Ward's book Let's Go Outside! click HERE.

We're celebrating Earth Week at fawn&forest by taking the kids outside & getting messy! Today we have a whimsical outdoor project from Jennifer Ward's fantastic book i love dirt!

How about the birds? All children naturally are amazed by birds. Together learn more about birds & nest building with activity #12 in i love dirt! : Build That Nest. 

"Just how do birds build such incredible nests? After all, when you think about it, they don't have hands. Try to test your own bird's nest making skills. Collect items in nature (such as grasses, leaves, twigs, fiber and mud) that a bird might use to build a home. Try building a bird's best with these materials. How difficult is it? Even though we can use our hands, birds have us beat in the department of nest building!"

The boys & I gathered simple materials found around the yard & home: whirly twigs, a bit a fuzzy string, fiber lint from the dryer, and leaves. Gather a lot of supplies, as you'll need much much more than what is pictured above!  We spent time together out in the grass trying to make our bird's nest. And while we may not have made anything bird-worthy, we giggled & had fun while working together, learning about birds & 'how they get cozy' in their nests.

"Excerpted from I LOVE DIRT! by Jennifer Ward, (c)
2008.  Published by arrangement with Trumpeter, an imprint of Shambhala Publications, Inc., Boston.  www.Shambhala.com."

To purchase Jennifer Ward's book I love Dirt! click HERE.

Happy Earth Week here at fawn&forest! There are many ways to celebrate the Earth. You can learn how to recycle, conserve and use less water. But do your kids love... the Earth? Love Nature? Connect them! Take time this week to connect your kids to the Earth. To the dirt, to animals, bugs and sunshine.

We've teamed up with Shambhala Publications and Barley & Birch for the most fantastic giveaway ever -- giving away 3 amazing "go outside"  books ( I Love Dirt! Let's Go Outside! and The Green Hour) as well as organic, eco-friendly clothing for your little ones by Barley & Birch. Ten winners in total will be chosen. Click here for more info.

To enter the contest, click HERE.

Fun links :: ideas & projects to do with your kids
The EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) has a site for kids.. and a kids club!
Earth's Birthday Project has lots of info & fun projects.
Plug your kids...... into nature! Children & Nature Network (C&NN).
A super cool site: Nature Rocks! Be sure to click on the Spring Activity Guide (right hand side).

Is your high chair portable? Can it fit in a suitcase? At only 5 lbs, The Minui Handysitt Portable Seat is  the world’s most compact modern high chair! Designed for kids 6 months – 5 years old, the Danish-designed, European-made Portable Seat transforms just about any adult chair into a high chair.

Wow. That is... really handy! The Portable Seat also fits onto it's own chair to create the complete Handysitt High Chair (pictured above, right).

To shop the Minui Handysitt collection, click here.

Frazier & Wing's new mobiles & garlands just make you..... happy all over again! I am constantly amazed with the depth & interest achieved through just paper shapes and color.

The new mobiles are an array of delicious & edgy color combinations. My favorite new mobile just happens to be called Summer -- yellow & turquoise!

And the garlands? Not only are they versatile for your child's room or party, but the garlands also have a fantastic new lower pricepoint ($23 for 72" of fun!).

To see & shop the all the new Frazier & Wing coloways, click here.

Total swoon! Dwellstudio's Owls Sky pattern is not only a best seller here at fawn&forest but has become such a fav, they've come out with a handful of new products in the much loved pattern!

The new products include a coated apron & toddler bib, bottle holder, lunch box and kid's back pack as well as storage bins (not pictured). I don't advocate living in a matchy-matchy world.... but OH! The Owls Sky pattern is just so tempting... and it's color palette is fantastic!

To shop Dwellstudio, click here.

Wow, they've done it again. Barley & Birch has recently come out with their new Spring 2010 collection of tees, lap tees and one pieces! 

Turn your kiddos into secret agent environmentalists with b&b's super organic, made in the USA, digitally printed with water based, toxic-free inks one pieces & tees with obvious earth loving designs!

My favorite? The Jellies tee & the Tricera yellow one piece.

Bravo! To shop the new collection, click here.

Do you hear the the Eicho? The affordable Eicho Collection by Spot On Square not only has an iconic design, but also has amazing features:

Made of 100% recycled/reclaimed, formaldehyde FREE MDF
Finished in 100% bright white NON-TOXIC paint
Member of the JPMA (Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association)
Made in the USA!
Incredibly affordable pricetag: $595 for the crib, $675 for the changer/dresser

To shop the Eicho Collection, click here.

Author Jennifer Ward, a part of April's Forest Finds, will get you & your children outside and in the dirt/trees/fresh air. Both of her books are packed full of inspiring ideas & projects to expand & inspire your time outside.

"When playing outside in fields or a naturally landscaped backyard, children stretch all of their senses, something they do not do in front of a screen. This book helps show how to extend our reach beyond the technological bubble. Here is the potential for much fun, meaningful expeiences -- and a trove of shared stories."  - a portion of the foreword by Richard Louv, author of Last Child in the Woods.

While both books are aimed to engage the entire family, I Love Dirt!  is geared toward 4 to 8 year olds, while Let's Go Outside! will get 8 to 12 year olds excited.

To purchase, click here.

Happy April! Happy Spring!

April's Forest Finds are refreshing. Honeyami's simple, organic cotton bedding. The "get outside" ideas & inspiration from Jennifer Ward's book and the reassuring process of family creativity in Amanda Blake Soule's books. 

To shop this month's Forest Finds, click here.

Petit Collage reminds me of those people who have tiny handwriting. Whimsical, detailed & intriguing. And sweet.

The Petit Collage collection of mobiles is not only at a great pricepoint ($68) but is also made of sustainably harvested bamboo plywood and made in the USA.

In addition to their handmade collage art panels and ABC printed posters, Petit Collage's mirrors are fantastic. Surely, all little kids love to look at themselves in the mirror! Petit Collage's mirrors are made of shatterproof acrylic, safe for your little ones. 

To shop Petit Collage, click here.

If you are on a budget, today is your day! Exclusive to fawn&forest is a 10-day Argington blow-out sale on their most popular furniture & bedding pieces!! 

Sahara Crib for $390 + Delphi Changing Table for $345 = $735!

Crib, toddler and twin bedding as low as $68. Wow! Sale items also include the Eiffel Bookcase  and Picchu Dresser.

To shop the sale, click here.

10 days only, sale ends Wednesday, April 7th.  Some shipping charges may apply.

The Stokke Tripp Trapp highchair brings even the littlest members of the family to the table!

" Research tells us that sitting together with the family around the table is an ideal place for language development & social skills to evolve. Chairs with a fully adjustable seats and footrests provide your child with optimal sitting position, comfort and the ability to naturally shift their body weight."  - Stokke USA

The Tripp Trapp highchair, available in 11 colors, is not supplied with a tray. Why? Because the family table is the best tray your child will ever have, as highchair trays often create a seperation between the child & the rest of the family.

Click here to purchase.

You might be thinking it's a bit odd to bathe a baby in a "bucket" ...in a Tummy Tub? Take that up with the Dutch mid-wives who have made it common practice, also known as "bucket therapy"!  They found that newborns were much more comfortable & relaxed being bathed in a "bucket" versus an infant bath, as the babies remained warm & contained, much like their time in the womb!

The Tummy Tub is available in 4 colors and has an optional stand, the 2 Step Stool. Unlike traditional baby baths, the Tummy Tub has an extended life after baby is done with it -- as a toy bin, waste basket, or storage container and can even be recycled!

To view the full Tummy Tub collection, click here.

Lunch time can get a bit redundant. I know. And really, the issue is not so much the food, but how it looks. Part creative lunchtime chef, part clever marketer. Meet the Lunch Punch, a part of March's Forest Finds.

The Lunch Punch is not a set of cookie cutters. Both Lunch Punch sets are twice the height of standard cookie cutters, specially designed by an Australian mom to conquer even the thickest bread. The Lunch Punch  cuts sandwiches into fun, interactive and engaging shapes making lunch time more fun.... for everyone!

It's true. I was perhaps a tad skeptical of the power of the Lunch Punch. After my 4 year old ate his entire "puzzle" sandwich... i quickly reconsidered. And hearing my sons say "Mama, can you make me a dolphin sandwich for lunch"  .... is music to my ears. Really.

Click to view the Lunch Punch & here to see the flickr set.

Affordable, durable, wild abandon.... fun. New to the States, the Early Rider series of wood balance bikes are a UK favorite and are a part of March's Forest Finds.

The Early Rider bikes are available in 3 sizes -- the smallest sized perfectly for your toddler as young as 20 months!  The pedal-free design encourages mobility & rapid development of balance, strength and fine motor skills  as well as developing a sense of freedom that helps a young child to develop and grow.

To see the full collection, click here.

Ain't nothing like a good 'ol fashion sale. For a limited time, 30% off select Q Collection storage pieces! Q Collection Jr. loves your children & the planet and has created furniture pieces that are safe, non-toxic and ecologically responsible.

Sale ends April 5th.

Baby chic at it's finest. Petunia Pickle Bottom has a snap to them. They know what colors your like and they know how many pockets your really need in a "diaper bag". They also knew that yes, a fold out changing pad would be really helpful.

Petunia Pickle Bottom's Original collection features 4 bag styles: the Boxy Backpack (above, left), the Shoulder Bag (above, right), the Touring Tote (middle) and the Town Clutch (not shown).

The color combinations and fabric designs are spectacular. If pink & brown is your thing, check out Morning in Machu Picchu... or perhaps my new fav? The turquoise and yellow combination of Tranquil Tibet.

Classic meets modern. Oilo's crib bedding, furniture and room decor mixes classic motifs in a bold, modern way. So simple, so  sophisticated.  I was thrilled to see Oilo's cobalt // navy blue  crib bedding set. Playful without the fluff! Wouldn't that just look fantastic with some red accent pieces?! And an anchor perhaps?

Oilo also has 3 beautiful gliders as well. I totally love the shape of the Penelope Gilder with the Pouf Footstool.

Another bonus? All Oilo products are made in the USA.

Affordable toys don't have to make your family room look like a daycare! Meet Kid O toys. Affordable  (ranging in price of $10 to $14 with the blocks starting at $44), interesting (fractions! color matching!) and gooooood lookin'.

All Kid O toys are made of sustainable wood (even the books!) with non-toxic finishes and meet all USA and European safety standards.

Fun!

I can't believe that February is almost over! Such a lovely month it has been. We featured a burst of sunshine in the Forest Finds this month with Sundrop's charming felt hair clips.

Sundrop hair clips are made in the USA by a mother of 3 kids. Each clip is handmade using high quality wool felt with embroidered detailing.

While i love the birds & the flower designs, my favorite is the Mini Cherries, shown above, right.

We are kicking off our Green-Furniture Designer Series with perhaps the greenest furniture company of all,  Q Collection Junior. Q Collection Jr. is thoughtfully on the forefront of designing safe, non-toxic furniture and bedding for our children.

February Forest Finds! The 1st picks of 2010! This month we have featured three independent designers, new to fawn&forest.

This is what I love:

1. Kid O. Simple learning toys, aesthetically beautiful and full of opportunity. When has a fraction puzzle ever been so exciting?! 

2. Oilo. Spring green at it's finest. Baby will love the bold graphics and Mom will like happy too. A sophisticated, hip nursery!

3. Sundrop. A tiny drop of sunny sweetness for your little girl. 8 styles available, my favorite has to be the Mini Cherries.

Be sure to check out the full selection here.

Hi! It’s Summer, the founder of fawn&forest. My big Surprise? I recently found out I’m pregnant with my 3rd child! A surprise for you? How about 12% off your entire order over $200 to celebrate! Simply enter surprise into the discounts field at checkout. Hurry! 3 days only. For more info, click here.

Last September fawn&forest buddied up with fellow Portland company, Plywerk and a bunch of fantastic artists to bring you exclusive Plywerk panel art work.

Exclusive artwork by Justin Richel, Lisa GoLightly, Tara Hogan, Ryan Berkely, Pattern People, Jayme McGowan and Brent Wick.

You know what else is cool? We also have our very own fawn&forest coloring panels so the kiddos can do some artwork of their own.

All the accessories Olli & Lime have come out with are so lovely and fresh! Fun!  Accessories include bib & burp set, changing mat, hooded towel and sleepsack, which are available in all 3 patterns (george, egg and billie). 

Any new mom (and baby!) would love the sleepsack, making for a better night's sleep.

Also cool & new? Olli & Lime's new crib sets!

free penny people print with purchase
Purchase 1 13×19 penny people print and receive a second, free! Promotion ends January 31st.

Next month fawn&forest will debut Bumbleride's newest member of the family, the Flite. This super compact, light weight umbrella style stroller will even accommodate a newborn using Bumbleride's carrycot!  Flite's slim profile will allow you to quickly maneuver through any situation. Kind of like having super powers.

The Bumbleride Flite will be available for pre-order February 1st & will start shipping early April.

2009 was a great year for forest finds, filled with amazing forest findees.  We've put together a top 10 of some of the our favorites (in no particular order). 

1. Cardboard Safari
2. Barley & Birch
3. Ryan Berkley
4. Clementine Art
5. Eco Modern Baby
6. Kiki & Polly
7. Made by Mosey
8. Mae
9. Natursutten
10. Owly Shadow Puppets

Enjoy! ....and be sure to keep a lookout for great new forest finds in 2010!

Deals! We’re moving out the Bumbleride Indie & Indie Twin 2009 models to make room for the new 2010’s. All Bumbleride Indie & Indie Twin strollers are 16% off! Offer good while supplies last.

Hope your New Year is off to a roaring start! The start of the year is always so fresh & eager. To kick  off & celebrate a new decade, enter 2010 at checkout for 10% off your entire order. Some restrictions apply. Sale ends January 30th. For more info, visit here.

Happy New Year from all of us here at fawn&forest.