Year: 2008

by Allison

hobo international.

Founded upon principles of innovative design, quality construction, and exquisite materials, we continue to subscribe to the same design considerations today. Incorporating imaginative utility and edgy styling, our beautiful accessories overflow with purposeful details that blur the line between function, fashion and fun. Handcrafted perfection and everyday style are what continue to distinguish Hobo International as the premier lifestyle brand for women who live by their own rules. Gillian.$295.{via HOBO International}. I have officially found love in the form of…
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by Allison

spring break checklist.

P is out for Spring Break and it’s inevitable that my husband will pounce a camping trip on me in 3…2…1… Having been married to him for almost 10 years I’ve learned to expect last minute trips and have become quite adept at packing the entire family for a trip in a couple of hours. I’m not a pro, but this is a short list {10 years in the making} of packing tips that have saved a lot of marital…
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giveaway-a-day winner announcements.

The Giveaway-a-Day winners are the following: O’Keeffe’s Hands & Feet giveaway goes to: Hannah: That sounds so wonderful! I could use that for sure! & McKay:I NEED NEED NEED!!! The Red Stamp Giveaway goes to: Heather: I LOVE sending snail mail.. biodegradable and renewable makes them better. I would write to friends in other states :) The INKE Giveaway goes to both: Stephanie: They would go in my bedroom. We moved three years ago and I have yet to decorate…
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hair clips.

P is notoriously picky about her hair. She stopped letting me style her hair when she was 2 years-old and still hasn’t let me back in her hair “circle of trust”. We’ve gone through some awkward stages {the unicorn ponytail swaying down into the middle of her forehead was a particularly interesting time} but as she’s gotten older her hair styling has gotten better and better. P recently tried these big girl hair clips from taia and has fallen in…
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kalencom.

The above photo of C {my 3-year-old} on our most recent road trip is exactly why the Seatbelt Snoozer from Kalencom is such a brilliant find. It’s inexpensive {$13}, easily straps on with Velcro {thus easy to remove}, and will eliminate crooked little necks while you road trip away. I think I need one. Seatbelt Snoozer.$13.{via Kalencom}.

by Allison

technical difficulties.

Petit Elefant is currently being revamped to be even better, and in the process the site has had a few technical difficulties. As a consolation to all of you who tried to visit the site while it was down, all the giveaway contests {which were previously set to end tonight} will be open until tomorrow or MONDAY April 14th, Midnight MDT. We want to make sure that everyone has a fair chance to enter these great giveaways. Thanks for your…
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o’keeffe’s hands & feet giveaway-a-day #5!

It’s been a fun week full of great giveaways. Thanks everyone for entering these fun contests. The final giveaway of the great giveaway-a-day week is from O’Keeffe’s. TWO gift sets containing Healthy Feet & Working Hands {which I wrote about here} will be given away. If you plan on spending any time out in the garden this summer these are calling your name! Giveaway Guidelines: Leave a comment on this post about the giveaway. Comment before Sunday April 13th Midnight…
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by Allison

p’kolino.

P’kolino’s Little Reader. $95. I love everything from P’kolino’s line of children’s furniture. It’s evident that the two founders of the company are both fathers as the pieces are streamlined, simple, & child friendly at the same time. The Little Reader chair is a perfect example of P’kolino’s marriage of form & function: the size and shape of the chair is perfect for a toddler, while the lightweight foam {covered in stain repellent faux-suede} can handle some rough and tumble….
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james baigrie photography.

I love the work of James Baigrie, a ridiculously talented photographer originally hailing from Cape Town, South Africa {currently transplanted to Brooklyn, New York}. His work has appeared in many of my favorite publications including Martha Stewart Living, Real Simple, & Condé Nast Traveler {just to name a few}. His photography of children, travel, and Africa is breathtaking; I highly recommend browsing his portfolios. Below are some of my favorite shots from his travel portfolio.