I would like to introduce a talented Australian designer  “Tabitha Emma”, who hand makes delightful designer children’s accessories.  These amazing, fun and funky designer kids purses are made from the softest fabrics, cutest colours and are fun and fanciful!  Great kids gifts.

Tabitha’s collection includes delightful; hand and machine embroidery, laces, designer prints and materials and brings with her the creative flair Tabitha is well known for.   A young Sydney designer that you are sure to hear more and more of the the fashion industry in the near future.   

Sweet indulgence cupcake inspired designs…. mouthwatering chocolate cake purses and pretty designer purses you just “need to be seen” in.  Above are some amazing items from her collection showcased at La Toriana.  If you are looking for a unique children’s birthday gift, pop into La Toriana to purchase a unique designer piece for your special little girl. 

 Don’t they all look scrumptious and yummy !!

 Be sure to pop back time to time to see whats new and exciting from “Tabitha Emma”

 I think all the stress is getting to him…

so decided we needed a couple days away.  He just has to make sure he has the “right name”. That suits. We are amazed at how Macey was so social and chatty asking lots of people their names.   He has talked to men in suits, men in overalls, college boys in their uniform and waiters at a restaurant….. he is getting a feel for names and has a thirst for knowledge. He checks out my laptop and ponders over all the names you have submitted….    its so cute watching him.

Here is a photo taken with the doorman at The Hotel Windsor Melbourne… they chatted away for ages…. he even helped macey check out the names put forward and they came up with an idea…. (all will be revealed later)

There have been some great names put forward…..keep them coming…. he’s decided not to stress himself too much and wait til times up.  then he is going to take a few days AND “TRY THEM ALL ON” or so he says.

 we have  so far

Pickachu, jamie, Mason, maximillian,Mitey, pierre, munchkin, cutie, bubbles,  freckle, floppy, sam, pockets, spinney, charlie, sniffles, tickles, blackjack, freddie, squeaky, Dirk, Campbell, Vladimir, Mr. Mischief, Mouse Grayson,Edward, Frederick, Lawrence   ……

Macey is all excited now and on a real high… he is really getting into the names now.   There is still time to pop in your suggestions….. You have til sept 30th.  

LAST CHANCE  to Win from the prize pool of $2000

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KidStyleFile represents the baby and kids online retailer ‘ecosystem’ in Australia. We bring you the best quality and most aesthetically pleasing products available, and search high and low - from the market leaders, to the small tucked away specialist boutiques - to get you the best deals, and deliver you genuine savings, on the finest products the market has to offer.

Giving you the inside scoop on sales, and broker special offers and discount codes exclusively for KidStyleFile readers, as well as informing you on beautiful new products coming to market.  Make your way to the reader survey to win big.  click here.

La Toriana is proud to be the Major sponsor of this event and invite you all to take part!  Join in and you could win a part of the prize pool!!

remember also, every La Toriana order receives a FREE My Child magazine during September and October … so why wait?  You have lots to get involved in… but be quick… time is runnig out!!!

sooooo… c’mon… what are you waiting for?  

yep… its school holidays again. 

Spring has sprung and the kids are itching to get outside and play, and with the warmer weather lets all pack up the car and travel!!

well… we all know a trip in the car with baby and kids can be an ordeal with the “are we there yet” chymes by the time we get to the corner.  We roll your eyes, take a deep breath and hope for the best!!

Well I must say, I have great inspiration after being at the ickle kids website.  They have great ideas on how to keep the kids occupied and everyone happy on a road trip. 

Ickle Kids specialises in Activity Packs for Kids on the Go. Are you sick of the standard “kids activity packs” with just colouring books and pencils? Well, so are we! Ickle Kids bring the fun back into Activity Packs! Their range of travel packs contains a selection of handpicked, fun and educational toys for busy mums, dads and carers to just “grab and go”. These activity packs are sure to entertain your kids when you are travelling, dining out at restaurants, waiting for a doctor’s appointment or for taking to Granny’s house.

Laine is the founder and owner of ickle Kids. She is a mum of two young boys and she understands how challenging it can be to travel with kids. “We have travelled around Europe, Asia and many parts of Australia and we have never been able to find a “one stop” shop that offered a range of fun educational toys that were travel friendly. This gap in the market was what inspired me to start my own business”.

Ickle Kids pride themselves on sourcing travel toys that are unique and different to toys found in commercial stores and they are constantly introducing new products to their range. They can also personalise activity packs to suit your needs – child’s age, their interests, the type of holiday you are going on etc.

The ickle Kids range consists of:

* Wooden products - games, puzzles, push along toys, small toys for flights and car trips etc

* Brain Teaser/logic Games - our award winning games are sure to keep kids entertained on their journey and at their holiday destination

* Books - puzzle books and sticker books

* Playscenes - great removable stickers, which can be played over and over again on individual playscenes.

* Craft items –cool metallic crayons, sewing and lacing activities, play dough tools etc.

 Check out their full range of kids activity packs and travel toys on www.icklekids.com.au 

Spring,  Edition 12, Bendigo Magazine

wow… what a privilige it was to be able to shoot some photo’s of a kids fashion shoot   ~ and find out what really happens behind the scenes.

La Toriana was invited to dress a couple kids for a  kids fashion photo shoot on different locations recently, including Tom here at an indoor play area.  Tom was having a wow of a time as we checked out what really happens behind the scenes at a professional glossy magazine fashion shoot.  

Tom is wearing the fINNIGAN fINN boys designer clothing range that is trendy, hip and “smooth“.  This “TOMMY” long sleeve T is 100% cotton and very stylish.  Has contrasting top stitching with main colours of White, Fossil and Blue, and a sherriffs badge motif on the front and the words fINNIGAN fINN printed on the sleeves. A trendy boys designer piece for this sesaons collection that will last for many seasons to come.  The Eternal Creation  bootleg cord pants are an affordable designer boys wear piece that is so comfortable.  Check out the range by the ever popular Eternal Creation collection.

 The Bendigo Magazine team were making sure the kids looked great, explaining what, how etc of the shoot to Toms mum Leanne, and then what happens from there in the publication of the pics etc.  Amy (Editor in Chief) explained. “Its great taking pics of the kids whilst they are having fun… its a fun natural look”.  Esther (Deputy Editor) had all the clothes ready for the kids, and as soon as they were dressed said… “… go have fun.”  They ran off, played on the slide, jumped on the jumping castle and had a ball.  I had a ball just watching them. It was a fun afternoon.

 this what I saw whilst taking pics of David doing his professional shots.

The printed photo’s in the magazine.

You can clearly see Tom had a great time whilst David was able to capture some fun, natural shots which is exactly what Amy and Esther were hoping for.

I must say David was so lovely, patient and extreemly fit keeping up with the 2 gorgeous kids.  I am sure they thought he was just playing with them, not realising they were being photographed.  David made the kids feel so relaxed and at ease… a great job with the end result too David!.

Bendigo Magazine is a full glossy magazine publication featuring people and places of Bendigo and Central Victoria. 

Published in December, March, June and September, Bendigo Magazine features unique home style and design ideas, personality profiles, visits to beautiful sights in the region, nostalgic historical perspectives, the gamut of arts and culture, inspired food and entertaining ideas, a comprehensive guide to events and attractions in Central Victoria and much, much more.
It reflects the best of Bendigo and captures the city’s unique style in a manner intended to make our readers’ lives more interesting and informed. Our objective is to spark a zest for living in Bendigo, new ideas and new experiences.

Targeted towards both residents and visitors to the Bendigo area, Bendigo Magazine is the publication of choice for both long-time residents and newcomers seeking information about the people, places and issues that shape this exciting city.

Amy, the gorgeous Managing Editor states:

“Our aim remains the same: to offer interesting and informative stories about the people and places in and around Bendigo and to have a positive forum for local people to share their successes and their pride in their city.”

Below are part of the Bendigo Magazine “team”. 

From left: Rachael Ralph(work experience),  Amy Doak, (Editor in Chief), Leanne Dynon (Tom’s mum), Esther Mc Rae (Deputy Editor),

David Field (Chief Photographer)

 Check out the Bendigo Magazine website

Thanks again for allowing La Toriana to pop in and watch you do this kids fashion shoot and find out what happens “behind the scenes”

~ Elizabeth xx

La Toriana has been given 4.5 out of 5 kisses in the Beauty and lace awards.  Check it out!

wow.. we feel so very honoured to have achieved such a high acclaim from this well known and admired business.  As La Toriana only turned one yesterday… we so “chuffed” and are beaming from ear to ear to be given such a high score!!

Beauty and Lace are a truly impressive website… so makes us feel even so much more special!

The website, Beauty and Lace is full of information, tips, articles, reviews and more!  All in the one place, I love I can find so much info here..  I often spend  (too many) hours checking out all the wonderful info, and the content is updated and keeping in line with current trends and fashion.

Health, fashion, hair and beauty sections.  Games and book reviews and excellent shopping guide from almost anything you can think of.  The Bridal guide is great for any girl getting married and I of course love the mother and baby section!  the arts and craft section are taking my fancy lately that started my beading work… I have some great ideas flowing now!

Just launched is the exclusive  “THE CLUB”  receive special offers, samples, freebies and more… an excellent innovative idea!  If you are looking for a resource website this is one you really must check out!  Its not all just for the girls either… Mr Lace has some exllent info or the man in your life and coming up to fathers Day some excllent ideas.

I am off to try making the  lamb shanks with soft polenta and peas… yummy.  A great Winter warmer.

 so whenever you see this banner on other sites…

you can be assured quality and have been tried and recommended

so…..  anyone up to try out my cooking skills?