LUVKINS :: This Babiekin Loves

This Babiekin named “Crew” loves…

Hanging out with little brother Cash, “When he’s not annoying,” says Crew. (Big brother life!)

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Obsessively loves anything & everything that has to do with superheros!!

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My Babiekin loves to draw, and I’m his biggest fan of course!

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Zoinks, let’s not forget the show Crew loves to watch… Scooby Doo!

Well gang, I guess that wraps up the mystery of what this Babiekin loves!

XO

Britt Ritchie

LUVKINS :: This Babiekin Loves

My Babiekin “Cash” loves….

Ruling our house!  KING Cash!

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King Cash loves popsicles, grapes, & sausage biscuits.

 

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&  most of all “This Babiekin Loves” cars!!!

 

XO

Britt Ritchie

 

Luvkins :: Favorite Summer Flip Flops

Babiekins Magazine loves HavaianasWith summer around the corner I am already boxing up our winter coats and pants and trading them for shorts and flip flops. I am a mom of 2 little boys and so dressing them isn’t a big problem. Put some board shorts and a tee on them and they are ready to go….until you get to their feet. Here in California we are lucky enough to wear flip flops 90% of the year and with 2 active boys its just the easiest thing for us to have around. They slip them on and we are on our way! One struggle we have had though is to find them the perfect flip flop because they have wider than normal feet (I call them my hobbits). When I went to Brasil in 2003 I fell in love with the flip flops that are widly popular now in the USA- Havaianas. Since then they are the only thing I buy and put on my kids feet. They are made of Brasilian rubber which make them super flexible and breathable.

They carry an array of designs for kids (how cool are the Batman flip flops?), babies (love the strap in the back which will ensure they won’t fall off your little one’s foot) and then awesome designs for him and her! I am dying over these here!
Havaianas retail from $14 and up.

Find the flip flops above here:  1, 2, 3, 4, 5 , 6

Luvkins :: Eco Friendly Style

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1. Cotton Marine Dress via Oeuf 2. Mini Rodini flamingo leggings via Little Vida 3. Boys’ Lightweight Hoody via Patagonia 4. BioMe5 Owl Tee via Fawn & Forest 5. Cape Point Surf Shorts via Tea Collection 6. Natural Burlap Bimini Shoes via TOMS 7. BlaBla Owl Backpack via Layla Grace

Hi friends! Liz here from Yellow Finch, and you probably know me from STORYKINS. I couldn’t help but get inspired with Earth Day this week and I wanted to share a few fabulous eco-friendly finds for your little ones. In our home, we like to invest in a few good pieces made by eco-friendly conscious companies. Chances are these items will hold up to the wear and tear that kids can do to their clothing.

You can’t go wrong with fashionable items that send a good message!

“We do not inherit
the earth from our ancestors,
we borrow it from our children.”
– Native American Proverb

xo // Liz

LUVKINS :: 9 Rabbit Picks for a Kids' Room

Babiekins Magazine Blog - Inspiration for a Rabbit and Bunny-themed Kids' Room

1. Rabbit Profile Framed Art via Anthropologie | 2. Maximilien & Ludo Cushion Cover via Famille Summerbelle | 3. Bernard’s Ears Print via Catherine Rayner | 4. Through the Woods Rabbit Knob via Anthropologie | 5. Apolline Rabbits via Makie | 6. William Morris Brer Rabbit Wallpaper via Fabrics and Papers | 7. Standing Rabbit via Schleich | 8. Duvet Cover via H&M GB | 9. Wild Rabbit via Schleich

When I was a little girl, I had many pet rabbits — yes, live ones! — all with first and middle names and all with their own personalities. By the time I was in high school, I only had one, but he lived in an above-ground kennel with his very own dog house…er, rabbit house. And, he would come running when I called his name.

I still love bunnies, so it’s no big surprise that I bought that duvet above for Aveline’s room. (Well, technically my friend in the UK bought it, and then shipped it to me, since it was never available in the US. And now, sadly, it’s sold out.)

Now if money were no object, I’m pretty sure you’d find the above items in her room, too. I love those drawer pulls! For now, we just have the terrific duvet cover and the Schleich animals (our favorites!), but it makes me so happy to share this round-up of lapin inspiration with you.

Is there an animal from your own childhood which still inspires you today?

xo, Gina

Luvkins:: Little Burro Light

I am currently in love with the little “Burro.” Maybe it’s because I remember our four-legged, long-eared donkey that would look at us through his stall at my dad’s ranch growing up. He would often talk to my sister and I in his loud screeching “voice” and would make us giggle uncontrollably . We would imagine what he was saying as we passed and would often rub his forehead letting him know that he was a good little donkey. As I am about 16 weeks pregnant now and know that I will be having another little boy join our family (I already have 2 other cute boys) I am thinking about a theme, color scheme and all the amazing things I would like to put in his room. The donkey is on top of my list of animals…maybe it sounds strange for a little baby but it will all make sense once you all see it!

When I was looking for my “burro” themed room I cam across these amazing lamps by a company named Buo Kids. The company is from Valencia, Spain and makes some amazing looking lights. These would be fun in a kids’ room or playroom! Which is your favorite? The come in all shades of different colors!

See more of what Buo Kids has to offer here

-Priscila

LUVKINS :: 8 Mint Finds

  1. Klimenkoff mug via Depst | 2. Wafflish Waffle bermuda shorts via Lilli Bulle | 3. Clarkeye frames (for mama) via Urban Outfitters | 4. Stelton laundry basket  via Voor Thuis | 5. “Here’s Looking at You, Kid” print via Helen Robin | 6. Art Doll via Sweet Bestiary 7. “You Make Me Happy…” metal sign via Lark | 8. Apple cushion via Studio Meez

There’s something so cool, crisp and clean about mint. It’s just such a refreshing shade, and one that’s everywhere this spring. (Pantone’s spring 2013 color report calls it Grayed Jade. So pretty, right?)

I can’t decide what I like best in this round-up. I keep eyeing that tiger mug, but that’s probably just because my own coffee mug is empty. ; )

Let us know what color you want to see next!
xo
Gina

LUVKINS :: 7 Bursts of Lemon Yellow (YOU Decide the Next Color!)

1. Gingham Bow Tie via Lolly Lu Designs | 2. Geometric Blanket via Little Hip Squeaks | 3. Vintage Painted Egg via Planet Alissa | 4. WILD Cat Dress via Kixx | 5. Doodles At Breakfast Placemats via Anthropologie | 6. Vintage Toy Car via Dairy Farm Antiques | 7. Aviator Sunglasses via Zoobug

Is it pouring rain where you are, too? The skies outside my window match the grey in these images. All day, there’s been no sign of that big round yellow thing behind all the thick flannel clouds. But, the calendar says spring, and there are few colors cheerier and more reminiscent of spring than lemon yellow!

Remember, YOU get to choose which spring color I post about next. Leave your vote in the comments.

xo
Gina

LUVKINS :: 5 Black and White Picks for Spring


1. Bangbang Copenhagan Jumpsuit via Nordic★Kids | 2. Shusha Portrait Game via Depst | 3. Fitz Kitz Silver Espadrilles via Kixx | 4. Les Enfantines Collar via Clara de Paris | 5. Land of Nod Bed’s Best Friend Pillowcase

Are you partial to black and white? Or do you crave a little more color in your life? Me, I’m very much in a grayscale phase right now — but I have to admit, with Easter coming up, I’m having a hard time staying away from color.

Next up…a round-up of either mint, coral, lemon yellow, emerald, or multi-color. Vote for your favorite color in the comments, and next post I’ll bring you my top picks in the winning color!

xo
Gina

LUVKINS :: a neutral valentine gift guide

hi! it’s ashley + christina from neutral hue! we blush in a little different shade than the rest for valentines day. while others celebrate with pink + red, we celebrate in natural buffs, whites + tans.

we’ve pulled together some of our favorite picks for your little guys + gals for this valentines day.

ashley’s little man picks 2  3  4  5  6  7

christina’s little lady picks 1  2  4  5  6  7