Mom-Finds: Christmas Gift Ideas for Kids

Last Friday of the month:  Mom-Finds & Raves / Shopping


So it's that time of the year again...holiday gift shopping for family and friends... and kids are on the top of my priority list.

I posted a simple list last year, mostly composed of toys.  For sure, many of those are now sitting behind shelves or buried deep in their toy chests.  This time, I thought I'd share some "non-toy" items that I can recommend for your shopping list this year which has a longer shelf life, so to speak. And as a parent, I'd certainly appreciate receiving these for my kids... and not without violent reactions from the kids, heehee!  You know, sometimes, I just need to break that chain of toys, toys, toys! Don't you agree?

Aside from highly educational and entertaining picture and story books that always make for great presents, here's a variety of gift suggestions with different price points -- for God children, relatives, friends, neighbors' kids  and schoolmates:

GREEN SPROUTLETS

Eco-friendly children's apparel and accessories using mainly certified bamboo, organic cotton, and other sustainable fabrics such as soy or hemp -- ultra-soft fabric that is hypoallergenic too! Ideal for babies and kids with sensitive skin.

• For infants and kids, boys and girls up to 5 y.o.
• In onesies/bodysuit, tees, pants, blankets, and bip & burp cloth set --from PhP495 & up
• Modern, colorful design - being organic does not mean boring and neutral designs.

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Mom-Finds: Sassy Hairsies Accessories for Girls

Last Friday of the month: Mom-Finds for Girls / Accessories


"I like it mommy! Can I wear it to school?"
As soon as the package arrived, I called the girl and said there's a surprise gift for her.  She was so excited and quickly opened the box. Out came two very dainty, sassy, and adorable hair bands from Sassy Hairsies!

This hair piece was especially customized for her by mommy Tin, the passionate and creative lady behind Sassy Hairsies. The design was my girl's preferred combination after browsing through the product gallery.  She personally chose the big, dark pink gerbera daisy and specifically wanted it on a white hairband.

"I started this little hobby of mine (now turned into business) a little more than a year ago. I got so excited with having a baby girl that I couldn't wait then to start dressing her up. I bought a few headbands from etsy.com even before I gave birth. When I started wanting more, I knew then it would be very impractical so I started making them myself. The idea to actually start an online shop and sell my creations was brought about by my wanting to share it to other moms out there. 

In the shop, I offer different types of hairpieces.  From beanies to headbands to clips. I use mostly imported materials -- from US, Hong Kong and Canada. The hairsies we have are categorized by season. I have Fall-Winter and Spring-Summer. It's usually the colors that "define" the season. I also have Four Seasons - those that I feel will never go out of style, like headbands suitable for baptism, or parties. Then finally, I have the Luxe Collection - here I go all out, starting from the headband to the littlest detail of the embellishment. Most of the items are offered in limited quantities. On the average, I make about 8-10 pcs of each type. This will ensure the uniqueness of the piece."

She got her wish, and more!  Mommy Tin used white velvet ribbon around the metal hairband, and neatly embellished it with a large spider gerbera fabric flower with rhinestone center for this beautiful fascinator-style head piece that's truly unique and eye-catching, adding character to any girl's look!

Tin also threw in a classic piece of navy and pink gross grain ribbon made into bows, accented with tiny crystals, channeling a preppy school-girl charm.

These striking and sassy hairbands are a great addition to my girl's growing collection of hair pieces, thanks to Tin of Sassy Hairsies!

"The caterpillar might eat my flower!"  No baby, that's not real! =)

Bespoke hairpieces from Sassy Hairsies

Sassy Hairsies
Luxury Headpieces. Handmade with love.
Email:  sassyhairsies@gmail.com
For orders:
Shop and see the latest designs at www.sassyhairsies.com .
You can also view her beautiful collections on Facebook: www.facebook.com/SassyHairsies.
Prices vary based on design.


See my girl's first 'big bow' hair piece:
Laces and Bows for the Girl

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