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Butternut Snapz at La Toriana

Elizabeth — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 09:43:20 +0000

We would like to introduce to you Butternut Snapz photography.

La Toriana & the talented team at Butternut Snapz have teamed up together and I want to tell you how impressed I am with their service. Friendly, professional and inspirational!

You may have noticed some gorgeous photography of stunning kids modelling La Toriana products on the website. Their name is noted on all pic’s taken by them! We at La Toriana are so proud to have Jen and her team associated with La Toriana and we hope you enjoy the baby and childrens photography whilst our gorgeous little ones model designer baby and kids fashion clothing that is available at online at the Hippest, classiest and gorgeous baby/kids boutique La Toriana online.

Butternut Snapz Photography specialises in portrait parties, fundraising and private sittings……..

Founder Jen and her photographers are mum’s just like you, with a love and passion for photography and working with kids. The perfect combination for capturing beautiful memories of your little ones……….

Fun, natural, affordable portraiture in the comfort of your own home, with no noisy shopping centre queues or intimidating studios; with state of the art on line viewing and ordering and no ‘sitting fees’. This is the Butternut Snapz Vision Statement.

We at La Toriana are so proud to have Jen and her team associated with La Toriana and we hope you enjoy the baby and childrens photography whilst seeing the amazing baby and kids designer fashion clothing available online at LaToriana.

So… next time you are browsing about looking for a newborn baby outfit, a new kids fashion release or a baby gift… check out the photography too… it just may be one of the gorgeous photos taken by Butternut Snapz

warmly

Elizabeth xx

New Australian kids fashion designer ~ “Tippie Toes”

Elizabeth — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 12:18:40 +0000

La Toriana would like to introduce to you a gorgeous new Australian kids fashion designer “Tippie Toes”. Australian owned, Australian designed and Australian made with the finest materials and quality workmanship, this will soon become one of your favourite kids designer clothes for your child.

Inspired by a bygone vintage era, these stunning items in the Tippie Toes collection cater for baby girls to children 6 yrs. Soon we will also see a fresh, stylish collection of boys clothing from this talented Australian kids fashion designer.

The first shipment of these devine … no STUNNING baby and designer girls clothing collection has made an impact on loyal La Toriana followers as shown by our stats and orders. Tippie Toes designer Leonie is sure ona winner with this kids fashion label.

The Sweet lily dress above is a classic all time favourite of everyones. Simply stunning can we worn in Summer as it, and for special outings. SWEET LILIY: 100% soft cotton, pristine white dress with vintage inspired embroidered lace trim finishAlso great for First Birthdays, Christenings and of course for Easter and Christmas.

TIPPIE TOES are 100% Australian designed and Handmade.

The lace Singlets (above)are a special designer girls clothing piece in a crisp white ribbed singlet with two tone lace sleeve finish and soft, intricate lace motif on the front. Avail in white as shown and also in baby pink

A vintage inspired petite singlet to suit any occasion. Great for baby’s Christenings, special outings and “just because”

Enchanted TuTu’s available in pink and in white. This delightful enchanted tutu is complimented with a thick elastic decorative waist band for comfort and ease of dressing.A captivatingly gorgeous tutu that has a vintage inspired floral brooch attached to give it a lovely enchanted princess feel. Your little one will feel magical indeed.Great for the birthday girl, to wear to parties and for special occassions or … to wear just because she is special!

If you are looking for some great, high quality baby and toddler designer clothing, you cannot miss a piece of this Australian designed and Australian made kids fashion collection to your minifashionista’s wardrobe.

be warned though… be prepared to have everyone wanting to know ehere you got them from…. do you dare tell? of course… tell them you can view the Tippie Toes range at La Toriana!

Introducing ~ “Tikiboo Kids” Australian Designer in Kids Fashion

Elizabeth — Sun, 07 Dec 2008 09:39:16 +0000

Drum roll please…………………

We, at La Toriana are proud to present to the world ……… TikiBoo Kids!

Fairyland adventures and fantasy tea parties, lost in creative imaginary play….. ahhhh childhood!

TikiBoo Kids philosophy is that kids…should always be kids.
Their high quality designs are fun, fresh and functional. Their collection offers a refreshingly simple, contemporary and high quality alternative for the modern and active child.
Designed predominantly for girls and boys aged 2 to 8 years, we are certain you will find something special.

Australian owned, designed and made company… TikiBoo Kids portrays a high end, quality and classic vintage style kids fashion with a contemporary edge. Pure gorgeousness!

TikiBoo Kids latest collection, exclusive to La Toriana is “Fairyland Magic”.

Inspired from a bygone era where fairies and little girls played innocently in the wonderland of the garden, the “Fairyland Magic” collection will soon be a favourite of yours as it is of mine. The Samba dress modelled here by Alexandra, is of old world English roses, complimented with a ruffled hem of candy stripes.

Belinda accompanies Alexandra, modelling the play set of a soft antique rose print set of brilliantly by contasting dusty princess pink ruffled trim. The matching dusty princess pink pants are sweet with the antique roses ruffle hem… This set comes with a matching hair accessory and a gorgeous matching carry bag that can be used in all sorts of fairyland adventures.

Both are Perfect for Fairy princess tea parties in the garden.

TikiBoo Kids, “Fairyland Magic“ collection of girls designer wear are exclusive to La Toriana and available now at the la Toriana website. Limited stocks however…. so please don’t wait too long, we don’t like seeing customers disappointed!

Keep an eye out at La Toriana for the latest in girls designer clothing, as we will be seeing a lot more of TikiBoo Kids.

Warmly Elizabeth xx

Spotlight on ~ L’il Aussie Prems Supporting Premature babies

Elizabeth — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 06:51:36 +0000

L’il Aussie Prems was created in March 2007 by a passionate mum of a premature baby, Julia Toivonen.

Julia’s son, Ronan was born at 27 weeks gestation and spent over 3 months in hospital. After the rollercoaster ride of NICU life and along with 12 years of online experience Julia created the site from scratch. The site offers a premature baby forum for support, articles, birth stories, galleries, premmie of the moment, live chats, birth announcements, blogs, monthly newsletters and much more. Since the site was created it now reaches many families of premature and SCN babies. The forum has reached over 660 members from Australia and world wide. Many of the members have created playgroups and friendships not only within their state but also online.

In January 2008 Julia won the “local hero” award in her local council for the work that she has done to help premmie baby families. Julia is heavily involved not only with her website but is also on the committee for the National Premmie Foundation and also Lifes Little Treasures, both are charities that work at providing support for families throughout Australia.

L’il Aussie Prems is forever evolving and bringing more support for families. Until recently Julia was doing majority of the work on the website herself with updates and adding new content onto the website but with recently giving birth to her 2^nd child she now has wonderful parents on board to help with the workload. Julia has done an amazing job and her passion for helping families of premature babies shines through her amazing website.

If you wish to speak and meet with other families of premature babies I would recommend that you join the premature baby forum and whilst you are there take a look through the website. You will be amazed at how much support is available to you.

There are some amazing support online for parents, families and friends of premature babies, and we have had the pleasure of giving you a little insight into Julia and L’il Aussie Prems. Please support her and her site as she is a great support to La Toriana and our premmie baby catagory showcasing stylish and affordable premmie baby clothing and products.

Warmly Elizabeth xx

Introducing “The Zaky” ~ Newborn & Premature baby comfort pillow

Elizabeth — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 23:00:32 +0000

La Toriana introduces “The Zaky”

Ergonomic & award-winning bonding, therapeutic, comforting, positioning aid, as well as transitional item.

Also proven to assist with sleep, pain management, and your child’s physical/psychological development.

Imitates the touch, scent, weight, and warmth of your hands, helping your child even when you are away.

It is a soft but heavy pillow that imitates the look, feel, weight, scent, and warmth of the parents’ hand and forearm. It assures proper positioning, helps with pain management and sleep, provides a sense of protection, and assists with the physical and psychological development of the child.

It is all about feeling safe, loved, and protected:

When mums are pregnant, babies get four basic needs met from the womb: oxygen (breathing), warmth, nutrition, and protection. The lack of at least one of the first three is life threatening. At birth, babies that cannot do the first three on their own, they will get assistance from a machine (life support): if the baby cannot breath he is hooked up to a ventilator, if he cannot get warm he is placed in an incubator, and if he cannot eat he would have an IV or a feeding tube. Lack of PROTECTION, however, is not life-threatening but it is extremely important for his development. Protection, when not given by the womb, comes best from the touch, voice, boundaries, warmth, and scent given by the mother and father. No matter the size of the baby, he cannot comfort or position himself at birth, nor he is able to feel protected on his own - Contrary to popular believe, a baby is unable to “manipulate” the parents - sometimes all the baby needs is a hug and a touch that means “you are not alone”.

When the baby is not being held, The Zaky simulates the hands by weighing 500 grams, while providing boundaries, comfort, a soothing hand,allowing the baby to feel and a sense of protection 24/7.

It is proven that babies sleep better with the Zaky:

As an adult, you can’t sleep when you are stressed – babies are no different – they rest better when they feel protected and comfortable,however, you cannot hold him or swaddle restraining his movement 24/7, so give your baby a pair of Zakys that feel and, if possible, smell like you, until is time to hold him again!

When you are busy or away, The Zaky simulates your presence and helps you bond with your
child. Moreover, it has been successfully used as a bonding and a non-medicinal pain management aid since 2001 in Neonatal Intensive Care Units. When you are not there, leave a scented Zaky to assure him that he is not alone.

The Zaky is a must have for healthy newborns and for those children that are ill or hospitalised. It is also a favourite newborn baby gift, baby shower gift and a “Thank you” gift given by families to the hospitals that cared for their children

Excellent premmie baby comfort pillow, a premmie baby or newborn baby gift. Avaliable in the most popular cream, a soft pink or a soft blue, and in either a left hand or right hand.

Check out “The Zaky”

available at La Toriana in December 08… or email me at info@latoriana.com.au to reserve one.

‘you and your baby will be so glad you did.

Warmly

Elizabeth xx

Introducing ~ “Mouse Grayson Campbell”

Elizabeth — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 04:48:36 +0000

Following on from our competition to name this mouse……

we have finally had our mouse choose a name… he ceratinly hs mulled over this name for a very long time…. and so we like to formally introduce you to

Mouse Grayson Campbell

with a nickname “ Squeaky” (but only to his close friends)

Grayson was submitted by Michelle S

Campbell was submitted by Kim

squeaky was submitted by Meredith

Rosie guessed the place correct (Torquay) and wins a $10 voucher

It was a wonderful competition so much fun…. however… there is a glitch

He has decided he wont leave? “I know… I know….tell me about it”

He likes it here as he has taken on the role of # 1 advisor in designer childrens fashion at La Toriana. He has also been my PR agent and website stylist and feels he is far too valuable to be ” let go”. He has set up residence in the warehouse with his own phone, lap top etc.and.. to be honest, I dont think I would be able to afford to pay anyone else or who would do half as good a job as he does. The amount of work he does is incredible, and for the cost he charges me (a slice of cheese a day) he is a great asset. But like I explained to him… “a deal is a deal….”

so he slept on it and came up with a brilliant plan!

well….

we all know how mice are excellent breeders, right?… well …. he has lots of brothers and sisters in the warehouse., He explained the situation to them, and so they are all so excited to be be going to new homes!!! (yay). So… Michelle, Kim and Meredith who were the winning entrants all get to adopt one!

all Mouse Grayson Campbell asks is that he be sent regular emails and updates on his brothers and sisters through this blog. Can you do this? So… when they arrive take a pic and let us know what name you called them, a bit about the family, town etc, where you go on holidays (always take them with you and get some pics)…. keep regualr updates and we will post them on his blog. In turn, “Squeaky” (best known to his friends) will keep you all up to date each month on whats been happening in his life through the La Toriana blog.

There are still a couple more brothers and sisters here so if you think you could provide them with a home this Christmas, (or their distant cousins 500 times removed) Edwardo the donkey, Sophie Sheep, …. and friends, please visit and adopt them please.

so… with no further to do…. ,we now have Mouse Grayson Campbell helping out at La Toriana. He is off to go help his brothers and sisters pack and pop them on the right path for their new home.

Everyone is so excited!

Warmly

Elizabeth xx

“Squeaky” (known by his friends) pops his head around the corner and gives us a cheeky smile and a little wink

Now what IS he up to?……..

Introducing ~ “Wild Things of Noosa”, Kids designer clothing

Elizabeth — Sat, 01 Nov 2008 11:41:34 +0000

Wild Things of Noosa

Australian Baby and Kids clothing designer, Selina of Wild Things of Noosa is taking this season by storm!

This children’s designer label is fast becoming a household name in being up with the latest children’s fashions in looking Hip, funky, cool and being practical. The finest materials and quality stitching is paramount to this Australian designer and her latest baby and kids fashion collection is no exception.

You have to agree its striking!!

Australian kids fashion designer and 100% Australian made.

We love supporting Australian designers and Australian businesses in the kids and baby industry… we hope you like these products as much as we do!

Keep an eye out for future collections as i am sure you will be hearing a lot about

Wild Things of Noosa

ps/ what’s your favourite? I just love the yellow dogs hat and long shorts… so cool.

Elizabeth xx

Introducing ….. Tabitha Emma designs

Elizabeth — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 09:45:31 +0000

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”

A New baby in our house

Elizabeth — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 00:17:39 +0000

We have a new baby in our house. we actually have a few new babies in our house!

wow.. what a week,

we have been blessed with a few baby animals, and the amount of twins (above) born… is quite extrodinary!!

Babies, no matter what all look so gorgeous!

I still cant get over how cute these black lambs look and soon in no time will turn white like their mums. My 5yr old asked “but why are they black?” I gave an answer that kept her asking more questions and I think I got us both so confused! She went off to ask her dad!! (phew) dont kids sometimes ask hard questions?

do you know the answer?

I just had to share with you our new babies in our family. We called the baby in the top pic ”Ruby”. Isnt she sweet!

The best baby gift Ruby got was a warm welcome from all her friends and relatives in the paddock!

Ahhhhhh……….

Long Overdue…. but here it is

Elizabeth — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 02:47:05 +0000

I have been meaning for months to get the La Toriana Blog happening…. so here it is… finally!

La Toriana is an online baby/kids boutique that is synonymous with quality, style and affordablity. Showcasing and supporting many Australian and New Zealand designers and many talented mums in business.

Our aim is to bring you quality designer children clothing, baby products, baby gifts and even gifts for mums and dads. Also to bring you stylish and unique baby and childrens clothing, toys and accessories at affordable prices and not to mention our exceptional customer service… will be second to none!

We aim to surpass all your expectations in online shopping. We value all our customers feedback and have a Quality Assurance Program in place to help strive for excellence in all areas of our business. After you have experienced shopping at La Toriana you will be coming back time and time again!

We have an amazing gift service where we will happily gift wrap with our signature wrapping, a personalised card with your wording, and post directly to your family and friends, (we only send you the invoice) … easy!!

We invite you all to come visit us…

so…

grab a cuppa

sit back

relax and

enjoy the La Toriana experience

…. we know you will.