Maybird

Sweet Summer Fun!

2010-08-03T11:37:00.001-07:00

Suspender Pants for Toddlers

2010-03-13T08:00:00.001-08:00

Maybird Spring 2010
Suspender Pants
Big a thanks to Mr. Miles for his stylish modeling!

Frida Frida Frida

2010-03-10T12:25:00.000-08:00

Maybird Spring 2010

What is cuter than a toddler wearing a ode to Frida Kahlo? This toddler T-shirt comes in sizes 6M-3T and looks great on boys or girls. 100% Cotton, of course.
Frida Toddler T-shirts

Maybird Clothing has arrived!

2010-03-03T13:14:00.000-08:00

Toddler Aprons for Spring 2010.

Spring is here and with it comes the promise of new and exciting things.

Maybird Handmade has launched, in a mini sort of way that only this internet age would allow; we have an Etsy shop! Please come check out our great toddler aprons and small selection of handmade toddler clothing and get ready for spring cleaning!

Cutest

2009-11-02T21:25:00.001-08:00

I just had to share! Too much cuteness....

SAD TO SAY

2009-09-26T20:02:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone,

As you've probably noticed my posting has gotten rather sparse/non existent and I'm sad to have to say this, but I'm going to have to take a break from the blog for a while.

After an unexpected chain of events, I have to find a new place to live. I look forward to getting settled in a new home and I hope to be back in action soon!

xxoo

Emma

For the wall

2009-09-04T06:25:00.000-07:00

These vintage fabric letters are perfect for a kids room. So cute. Have a great weekend!

{fabric letters from Viva Terra}

Citrus, Jade and lots of sunlight

2009-08-31T17:31:00.001-07:00

Loving that wallpapered room and these great sale items from little catwalk.com.

Hoot Hoot

2009-08-28T06:15:00.000-07:00

I'm liking the new print from Dwell Studios. Those little owls are adorable! Check out more new stuff here.

{P.S. sorry the posts have not been as regular, I promise to get back to business next week. Lots of other creative projects going on right now....Have a great weekend!}

a barrel of monkeys

2009-08-24T07:24:00.000-07:00

Love these eco friendly gorilla hangers!

cutest Alphabet

2009-08-19T12:45:00.000-07:00

I love this painted alphabet by illustrator Anna Bond. You can see more of her work here.

I heart Liberty

2009-08-18T06:25:00.000-07:00

I always have and always will love Liberty prints. No matter how often the trend comes and goes, these gorgeous little florals remain totally classic. Cacharel did a lovely spring collection using Liberty prints and I especially love these little baby shoes - so cute!

{Eco friendly Liberty of London bag, Liberty print bag and clothes by Cacharel, Liberty of London Fabrics. Photo from here}

Party Time

2009-08-11T06:15:00.000-07:00

I'm a sucker for sending things the old school way from mailbox to mailbox. I love these kids party invitations from Petite Alma. What a fun way to get in the party mood! You can check out more here.

Melamine Plates

2009-08-09T09:44:00.000-07:00

I've been a long time fan of designer Thomas Paul. His vast melamine plate and tray collections are great for you and the kids. I've had a few sets of the plates for several years now and they are virtually indestructible and perfect for outdoor summer BBQs. The designs are fun and whimsical enough for kids but sophisticated enough for your hip decor.

Fun in the Wee Garden

2009-08-09T07:28:00.001-07:00

I found this site the other day and thought it would be the perfect gardening project for your imaginative little ones. I especially love the addition of miniature dollhouse furniture turning these little landscapes into tiny make believe worlds. If you don't have an outdoor space you can make indoor versions using unused vessels like old teacups. All you need to get started is pebbles, sand, moss, a few baby succulents, and some tiny furniture. Check out the Wee Garden website for more inspirations (you can also buy the miniature furniture from them). If you can't find moss at your local nursery, you can order a moss starter kit here. Happy Gardening!

Crewcuts

2009-08-05T06:12:00.000-07:00

The crewcuts catalogues are always so adorable I thought I'd share a few pages from the most recent one.

2009-08-03T20:06:00.000-07:00

Just for our loyal viewers, Love & Folly is offering 15% off their entire stock of handmade booties and totes. Each item is totally one of a kind and stock is limited so don't miss out! Visit Love & Folly and enter the promotion code SUMMERLOVE when you're checking out.

Acoustic

2009-07-30T17:29:00.000-07:00

I'm super excited about this new line called Acoustic designed by my friend Melissa Carpenter. I love the little dresses, the boys sweaters and the little fringe jacket! See more here.

Little Leo

2009-07-29T07:33:00.000-07:00

Here's to the newest edition to our growing family. Leo, my nephew, was born in Oslo yesterday a healthy 7 lbs!

{Lion Tee, Fauna tee, Robeez shoes, lion drawing via Animals in Print

Summer Time

2009-07-24T06:14:00.000-07:00

Lovely summertime. I hope all the little kiddies out there are getting grass stains on their trousers and sand between their toes.

{Alicia Bock Photography, shirt from Smiling Planet, Drawings from Sugar Loop}

Have a great weekend!

Shape Makers

2009-07-23T06:14:00.000-07:00

I love these colored wooden block sets you can use to make endless patterns with. I want them for myself!

Feeling Coastal

2009-07-22T06:14:00.000-07:00

Here's a little mood board inspired by these Australian products. Handmade Bushka rattle dolls, and wall paper decals from Tiny People,

Gettin' Around

2009-07-21T20:12:00.000-07:00

The must haves for scootin' around. Red radio flyer wagon, retro tricycle, and the mustang pedal car.

LETTERS AND NUMBERS

2009-07-17T07:23:00.001-07:00

I love these posters of the alphabet and numbers with little nature related pictures. See more here.

Little Sailors

2009-07-14T06:37:00.001-07:00

Nautical themed items from Polarn O. Pyret and Danefea.

Serendipity Organics

2009-07-10T06:18:00.001-07:00

Well, if you can't already tell, I love Scandinavian design. Here is another label from Denmark call Serendipity. They do all organic baby clothes (another reason to love them!). I love the clean lines and the simple graphics. They look book is gorgeous too, full of kids playing at the beach in the bright sun. They're collection is sold at several places in the US and you can find a retailer by visiting their website.

Blue Jean Baby

2009-07-08T06:22:00.000-07:00

I love denim. I love it even more when its in miniature clothing form.

{ dress and skirt from MiniATure, overalls by Serendipity Organics, and jeans from Mini Mini Rodini}

SO SO SO CUTE

2009-07-06T16:52:00.001-07:00

The little New York Boutique Oeuf has a section on their website for outfit ideas. These are some of them. They are so so so cute. I LOVE the animal masks! I wish I had come up with that idea....!

Bedroom Furniture We Love

2009-07-06T16:28:00.000-07:00

Here are a few of great modern pieces for a child's bedroom. I love the Oeuf Crib series because you can get crib conversion kits to keep the crib(turned toddler bed) functional for up to 3 years or until you need the crib again for your next kiddo. I also adore the notNeutral Tetra series of cabinets and chests inspired by Tetris that play with drawer size proportions and pop colors. The Fatboy Avenue cushion blocks are great because they can be put together to make fun shapes for seating. They also remind me of the children's section of the public library I went to growing up that had fun colored blocks to sit and play on. Rocking horses are totally classic and I especially love this one by Offi Baltic with the hand painted face. We also love the Modern Mom toy box. The lid is actually the shape of the orange bird - so cute! And of course the little orange rocker - who doesn't want one?

Happy 4th Of July Weekend!

2009-07-03T06:55:00.000-07:00

Happy 4th of July weekend! We'll be back on monday to continue the posts.

{Onesiies aren't real. They were a little photoshop collage specially made for the occasion}

Little Rockers

2009-07-03T06:50:00.000-07:00

This is where Hip meets Hipster....little rocker clothes for our little rockers. And who said kids can't wear black?

{skinny jeans from Moonkids, Woodstock and Whitesnake tee/onesie from Rock.com, checked shirt from A Mini Ture, and bandana bib from Rockabilly}

Denim Dungaree + I heart Japan

2009-07-03T06:00:00.000-07:00

I love vintage tee shirts and when it comes to kids clothes - Denim Dungaree does the most amazing vintage looking tees. I swoon every time I see them, they look so authentic and worn-in. The company is Japanese so the slogans and graphics are always that much cuter. If there was ever a brand for cool kids, this is it. To make it even more exclusive and cool, you can only buy them at one place (that I know of) this the US. Trico Field - it's worth a trip to LA or Soho in Manhattan. You won't be disappointed. I promise.

Keepin' Out Of The Sun

2009-07-02T11:43:00.003-07:00

Cute little hats for those sunny summer days.

{hats by A Mini Ture and Christina Rohde available here}

Dad Friendly Totes

2009-07-01T21:17:00.000-07:00

Here are a few man friendly tote options for when Dad's on duty.

{clockwise from top left: Sea Bags made out of recycled sails, LLbean Heritage Boat Tote, J.Crew Madaket Tote}

pretty pretty patchwork

2009-07-01T20:41:00.001-07:00

I think these are some of the cutest patchwork ideas. Of course it's from Japan, so actually getting our babies into them might require a very long flight. The upside is that the concept is simple and we can easily make these little dresses and applique tees ourselves. I love the mix of juicy summer colors and fun prints. And p.s. I want that "Waffle" tee for myself.

Singin' The Blues

2009-07-01T13:14:00.001-07:00

Clockwise from top left: Blue Filur Skummis Toy, Blue Striped Knee Socks, Apple print onesie available here, Blue Cloud Bib available here, , and Striped Viking Onesie available here.

BioME 5

2009-07-01T12:41:00.001-07:00

BioME 5 has found a unique and imaginative way to update the ever constant theme in children's wear: animals and alphabets. The bioME 5 Animal Alphabet Project was created by two architectural designers who were inspired by the visual learning processes inherent in all children. I love that every style can work for boys or girls and they are organic too!

{You can find BioME 5 products here}

Fun In The Sun

2009-06-30T08:30:00.000-07:00

Pink Flamingo

Eco Sheik

Hot Tamale

Pink Flamingo

Mociun Tote on sale here and J.Crew Crewcuts bathing suit

Eco Sheik

Eco friendly beach toys made from recycled milk containers available from Green Toys. Handmade tote made from recycled vintage quilts available from Love & Folly

Hot Tamale

Boys swim trunks from J.Crew and Marc By Marc Jacobs quilted tote

Donna Wilson

2009-06-28T23:11:00.000-07:00

Love these quirky little stuffed animals, blankets, and pillows knit out of lambswool by Donna Wilson available here.

ART SCHOOL

2009-06-28T22:24:00.000-07:00

Get your kids art education started right with these great Keith Haring wall decals from Blik, also available here.

Pops of Yellow & Brown

2009-06-28T12:51:00.000-07:00

Finding baby apparel and accessories that are gender neutral can be challenging as it seems like every time I walk into a baby store I'm bombarded with pastel pinks and blues. I tend to gravitate towards a more modern aesthetic with colors that reflect the current trends like citrus yellows and warm neutrals. Here are a few products that fit my mood today.

{geometric print onsies from (they come in a 3 pack and they're organic!), handmade wooden gorilla toy by Areaware, modern brown and yellow tote by Plank, Love & Folly booties, cute owl print tee from Fauna}

Under The Sea

2009-06-27T14:36:00.000-07:00

When we were kids wallpaper was so passe, but there is a new renaissance in the wall paper world and I have to say, I'm loving it. Check out these great sea life inspired papers (so perfect for a kids room) from Walnut Wallpaper. So They have a great little shop in LA and you can also order samples before you commit to a pattern. If you're not ready to take the plunge and paper a wall, there are also some great wall decals out there like the ones above, available here.

Handmade With Love

2009-06-27T10:37:00.000-07:00

These lovely little booties are handmade out of vintage quilts. Every pair is unique and one of a kind. The sizing is appropriate for 6-9 months but I love to just look at them sitting on the shelf. They make uniquely special baby gifts. Check them out here.

Hip Nursery Inspiration: Blues & Browns

2009-06-26T09:22:00.000-07:00

{Dwell Studio}

{bedding John Robshaw, toys by Dreamlets & Dwell Studio available here}

I love this gorgeous baby bedding from Dwell Studio and John Robshaw, the eclectic mix of prints is right up my alley. No longer are we forced to have ordinary baby nurseries, companies like Dwell Studio and Amenity Home are now offering stylish baby bedding and accessories to make your baby's room as stylish as the rest of your modern abode. Being the DIY queen that I am, I often look for ways I can achieve this look on my own as most of these products, as much as I covet them, don't always agree with my wallet. But if you're crafty, you can easily make some of these items your self and the result will be totally unique and one of a kind. Here's how I would do it:

1. Pick a color theme (like the one above). I would choose one main color/colors (like blue or shades of blue), an accent color (brown) and a range of neutrals (cream/tan) to accompany them.

2. Finding your materials: Visit your local fabric store if you have a good one, or you can shop for fabrics online. One of my favorite fabric stores is Purl Soho(and they have a great online store). They carry some great quirky and modern prints from some of my favorite fabric designers like Kokka Fabrics (from Japan) and Amy Butler.

3. Picking your fabrics: When selecting your personalized eclectic mix of fabrics I suggest looking for some key ingredients: 1 large scale print, 1 small scale dense print, 1 print with lots of negative space, and 1 medium scale print. For colors I usually follow the 60/40/10 rule which would be 60% the main color, 40% your secondary color (in this case I would call that your range of neutrals) and 10% your accent color (brown). You can use your accent color for trims on blankets and pillow and for small items like a toy or a small pillow.

{Fabrics from Purl}

4. Items to make vs. buy: I would buy the basic bedding like sheets and dusters as these can be more tricky to make. Blankets and decorative pillows are easy and you can also use your fabrics to make matching stuffed toys (you can find patterns for these or make them up). You can also us a staple gun to stretch fabrics over blank canvases to hang on your wall, which will really tie the room together.

More Bedding and Nursery Inspiration to Come.....

Welcome to Maybird Kids

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