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Oct 30 2010
E-shaw’s Saturday Sole: Getting a Grip
E-shaw’s Saturday Sole: Getting a Grip Like ‘E-shaw’s Saturday Sole: Getting a Grip’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook Getting a Grip Jazzy Toes (800) 519-3128 www.jazzytoes.com Finding humor in the little things, Jazzy Toes extends its trompe l’oeil designs to infant and toddler slippers. The hybrid slipper—jazzed up with cowboy, cowgirl, […]
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Oct 29 2010
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: Bottoms Up
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: Bottoms Up Like ‘E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: Bottoms Up’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook Bottoms Up Cutey Booty (888) 924-9229 www.thecuteybooty.com The name says it all: For adorable boxers and bloomers, Cutey Booty has babies covered—literally. The company’s cotton diaper covers feature monogrammed letters, snaps for easy dressing and […]
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Oct 28 2010
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: Fun Times Two
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: Fun Times Two Like ‘E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: Fun Times Two’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook Fun Times Two Silly Souls by Baby Gags (415) 615-0397 www.sillysouls.com For twice the laughs, moms of multiples will love these matching twin sets by Silly Souls for Baby Gags. The one-pieces, bibs […]
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Oct 27 2010
E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: Wooden You Know It
E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: Wooden You Know It Like ‘E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: Wooden You Know It’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook Wooden You Know It Cape Clogs (800) 380-5977 www.capeclogs.com Get on top of the clog trend with Cape Clogs’ authentic styles, which are made in Sweden. The company offers […]
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Oct 26 2010
E-shaw’s Tuesdays A La Mode: Best Friends
E-shaw’s Tuesdays A La Mode: Best Friends Best Friends Lucky Puppy (310) 453-7836 www.luckypuppyonline.com Pals of the furry variety serve as the inspiration behind Lucky Puppy’s line of apparel for newborns through 6T. Accented with dog-related icons—think paw prints—and the brand’s adorable puppy logo, the line delivers a bounty of vibrant, play-ready basics. Popular […]
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Oct 25 2010
ABC Offers 2011 Exhibitor Discounts
Before this month’s ABC Kids Expo even kicked off, show organizers began offering discounts on booths for the 2011 edition, which will mark the show’s move to Louisville, Ky. The show is already one of the lowest-cost trade shows in North America, according to the (now defunct) publication Trade Show Week, but All Baby & […]
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Oct 25 2010
BabyLegs Opens Mall Kiosks
Preparations for the holiday gift-giving season are underway as BabyLegs, a division of New York-based United Legwear, opens its first freestanding retail location at the Alderwood Mall in Lynnwood, Wash. Two other kiosks—in Seattle’s Southcenter Mall and the Garden State Plaza in Paramus, N.J.—are to follow. Isaac Ash, CEO of United Legwear, said the program […]
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Oct 25 2010
K.I.D.S. Launches ‘Make a Difference Day Times Ten’
In support of local communities and the annual national service event “Make A Difference Day,” Kids In Distressed Situations (K.I.D.S.) has launched its first annual “Make A Difference Day Times Ten.” For every dollar that is donated to K.I.D.S. throughout the month of October, K.I.D.S. will contribute ten times that amount in the form of new […]
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Oct 25 2010
Bébé au Lait Names Sales Director, Adds European Distributor
Barbara Fiorentino, a 15-year veteran of the fashion, accessories, gifts and home décor industries, has been tapped for the role of sales director for Bébé au Lait, a Los Gatos, Calif.-based brand known for its patented nursing covers. “We are excited for the expertise Barbara brings to Bébé au Lait,” said Ronnie Ekelund, CEO of […]
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Oct 25 2010
Executive Moves: Douglas Co., Iconix Brand Group
New hires and shifts affecting the children’s industry. ~ Ron Herman recently became the national accounts manager for Douglas Company, a New Hampshire-based manufacturer of plush and home décor items. He brings more than 28 years of experience working in the plush and gift industry, having previously served as sales manager for Manhattan Toy Company […]
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Oct 25 2010
E-shaw’s News Blast: ABC Offers 2011 Exhibitor Discounts
E-shaw’s News Blast: ABC Offers 2011 Exhibitor Discounts ABC Offers 2011 Exhibitor Discounts Before this month’s ABC Kids Expo even kicked off, show organizers began offering discounts on booths for the… [more] BabyLegs Opens Mall Kiosks Preparations for the holiday gift-giving season are underway as BabyLegs, a division of New York-based United Legwear, […]
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Oct 22 2010
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: Silky Smooth
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: Silky Smooth Silky Smooth Baby Silk by MD Moms (888) 636-6672 www.mdmoms.com The pair of pediatrician mothers behind MD Moms has developed a new, gentle pampering product for their Baby Silk skincare line: Daily UV Shield ($11 wholesale), an SPF 30+ moisturizing lotion for babies of all ages. Fragrance-, chemical- and […]
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Oct 21 2010
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: Shake, Rattle & Roll
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: Shake, Rattle & Roll Shake, Rattle & Roll Haba USA (800) 468-6873 www.habausa.com Presented in Technicolor, the latest plush toys from Haba USA burst with primary colors and tone-on-tone prints. A curly knot clutching toy with three interlocked rings made from unique fabrics, a velour triangular “ball,” and multi-texture rattles with […]
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Oct 20 2010
E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: Hand Picked
E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: Hand Picked Hand Picked Jefferies Socks (800) 334-6831 www.jefferiessocks.com The latest line of newborn booties from Jefferies Socks will help busy grandmas furnish new arrivals with endearing gifts thanks to “granny-made” qualities. The 100-percent cotton hand-crocheted booties are colorful, retro-inspired additions to baby shower gifts and take-me-home outfits. The boys’ […]
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Oct 19 2010
E-shaw’s Tuesdays A La Mode: A Day at the Beach
E-shaw’s Tuesdays A La Mode: A Day at the Beach A Day at the Beach Gossip Girl (800) 359-7946 www.gossipgirlswim.com Gossip Girl packs its Spring ’11 swimwear collection with value-added extras inspired by the juniors market. Bright prints are the mainstay of spring’s collection. Highlights include a grouping with a colorful ’80s palette; suits […]
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Oct 18 2010
CPSC Defines “Children’s Product” for the CPSIA
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a final interpretative rule on the term “children’s product” as used in the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) to provide additional guidance on the factors that are considered when evaluating what constitutes a children’s product. The CPSIA states that a children’s product means a consumer product […]
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Oct 18 2010
Gymboree Corp. Accepts Bain Capital Buyout Offer
The Gymboree Corporation has agreed to a takeover by private investment firm Bain Capital Partners LLC in a transaction valued at $1.8 billion, or $65.40 per share, in one of 2010’s largest buyouts. “We are pleased to announce this transaction as it delivers significant value to our shareholders,” said Matthew McCauley, chairman and CEO of […]
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Oct 18 2010
Belk Unveils Rebranding Initiative
The nearly century-old department store chain Belk Inc. is overhauling its brand, hoping to spice up its image. The initiative includes an updated logo, a new tagline (“Modern. Southern. Style.”) and an ad campaign meant to get the word out. The stores will also refresh their assortment—specifically in the denim, jewelry and footwear categories—unveil remodeled […]
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Oct 18 2010
Target Corp. Eyes Canada
Target is considering opening its first stores outside of the United States, according to a story that appeared last week in The Wall Street Journal. The publication reports that representatives from the Minneapolis-based discount retailer met with Canadian developers at a recent shopping center trade show in Toronto, and it is said that Target may […]
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Oct 18 2010
NYIGF’s Baby & Child Section to Expand at Winter 2011 Show
Following positive feedback from the August 2010 launch, the new juried Baby & Child division at the New York International Gift Fair (NYIGF) will expand by 20 percent for the Winter 2011 edition. Show management said the next show will feature approximately 150 companies offering products for children ages 0 to 10. “The demand for […]
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