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Lisa Frank Inspired Baby Registry

If you were a child growing up in the nineties, there’s a good chance you had a Lisa Frank binder or two, possibly some stickers, and for sure some pencils. Her iconic rainbow-ed animals and images were all the rage for middle school kids everywhere – and now, it’s back! Today we rounded up our favorite baby registry items inspired by Lisa Frank’s designs.

This Unicorn Over the Rainbows LilleBaby carrier is way too hip and way too cute!

Loving the unicorn garland to hang in a nursery (unicorn theme, fairytale theme, muted colors); and can’t get over how cute that rainbow unicorn mobile is!

This rad rainbow unicorn skirt comes in all sizes from baby to kid! Looking for a perfect Lisa Frank hair bow for your baby girl? This one comes in baby to adult sizes (mama + mini!).

Don’t want to be over the top with your homage to Lisa Frank? Snatch up this paci from Booginhead.

Lisa Frank used all sort of rainbow animals and mammals in her designs, like dolphins – the rainbow dolphins on the simple white onesie makes an adorable statement piece. Hello, how cute is that Lisa Frank inspired cloth diaper? Love!

Trend Report: Velvet

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Velvet reminds us of Autumn – it’s both cozy and glam – for mama, baby, and home!

Sari Velvet Romper, Little Moon Clothing ($49): This sweet little romper is perfect for fall and winter with leggings or tights. Each romper will be unique and different. The top bib is made using a gorgeous wedding Sari fabric with gold/silver woven threading. Has adjustable tie back straps. Two buttons in saddle make for an easy diaper change.
Shelly Round Velvet Pillow, Urban Outfitters ($39): Soft and luxurious round pillow topped with radial stitch detailing we love. Perfect for a vintage-inspired touch to any couch, chair or bed.
Velvet Baby Bow, Mane Message ($7 each): The Velvet Baby Bow Headbands are the perfect simple hair accessory for any little one’s wardrobe. The delicate bow and soft materials were designed to be worn comfortably on baby’s head.
Heirloom Baby Velvet Pouch, Nuraxi ($145): This 100% handmade velvet pouch is hand-dyed and gorgeous – perfect for babies 0-6 months to swathe them in luxurious coziness.
Tall Velvet Pleated Midi Skirt, Top Shop ($100): Velvet look details add a pretty touch to this midi skirt. Sitting high on the waist, the full skirt comes in a pleated texture. Pair with an oversized sweatshirt and trainers for edgy chic.
Wool Felt Hat, Janie and Jack ($24): Adorable crimson colored velvet hat with velvet bow – perfect for the holidays.
Baby Girls Burgundy Velvet Dress, Children’s Salon ($152): Baby girls adorable burgundy dress by Christian Lacroix. Made with soft cotton velvet with a smooth cotton lining for added comfort. It has pretty short puffed sleeves and fastens with a concealed back zip. It has a pleat and pink bow detail to one side and a sparkling pink logo on the hem.
Velvet Bomber Jacket Pink, Misguided ($51): Velvet is a classic throwback wardrobe staple and it’s back! This novelty bomber jacket is the one you need to dress up or down this Fall. Featuring a dusky pink hue, velvet material and a relaxed fit, you’ll be effortlessly chic and casual; style with denim and flats for girl crush vibes.

Bluegrass Baby Registry

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It’s a very exciting week in the world of bluegrass music – the International Bluegrass Awards are this Thursday – so, naturally, we rounded up the best baby items for a bluegrass lovin’ babe. Read on below to check out the adorable music related items and the many, many discounts for Gugu Guru readers. Like what you see? Remember to add it to your registry!

Kisses, hugs, Flatt & Scruggs onesie. Too cute. A bluegrass baby essential item!

Kenny and Amanda Smith, of the Kenny and Amanda Smith Band, are both nominees this year at IBMA – Amanda’s nominated for female vocalist of the year, and Kenny for guitar player of the year (as well as his band, Band of Ruhks for emerging artist of the year) – they just released a new album, Unbound, as well. We reached out to Kenny and Amanda to see if they had any suggestions for a bluegrass baby, because they have an adorable little lady together. They recommended their Flatpicker Inside onesie – a perfect onesie for any little one who loves attending bluegrass festivals with mom and dad. You can purchase it on their website.

We are absolutely smitten with these handmade onesies from Evies Gift – your little one can pick the banjo or strum the guitar – these would make a perfect baby shower gift for a bluegrass mama. Evies Gift is offering Gugu Guru readers 15% off with the code MUSIC.

This organic Banjo Baby Blanket from Lulu and the Boys would be perfect in a music themed nursery. Got a little lady who loves bluegrass? These pink and purple guitar bibs and burp cloths are a wonderful accompaniment to any baby shower gift. Burp cloths featuring mandolin, guitar and dobro from Ruby Blue are the ultimate addition to a bluegrass registry – use code BLUEGRASS for 10% off your purchase from Ruby Blue (valid through 12/31/16). Looking for a bib bandana for your drooling bluegrass babe? We love the organic drool bibs featuring guitars from Fynn Baby. Fynn Baby is offering 20% off coupon code with the code BLUEGRASSLOVE20 just for Gugu Guru readers.

Designing a bluegrass themed nursery? Check out this sweet pillow featuring a bluegrass banjo, dulcimer and resonator guitar from Society6. We’re loving that handmade guitar mobile from BabyDecorUA – the colors are all customizable! BabyDecorUA is offering Gugu Guru readers a 15% discount on all baby mobiles with code BABYDECORUA15 and 10% discount on baby mobiles supplies with code BABYDECORUA10.

Lastly, if you’re looking for bluegrass themed artwork for your baby’s nursery, here are some prints we just adore – Forest Frolic from Toad Briar – use code GUGUGURU for 20% any piece of art in the store. The little foxes playing fiddle and banjo is a personalized print. And, if you’re going to learn the ABCs, why not learn the ABCs of bluegrass music with the “M is for Mandolin” and “F is for Fiddle” prints from Society6.

Back to Sleep Day 13: ErgoPouch

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It’s Day 13 of our Back to Sleep event and it also happens to be the official last day of summer, which makes it seem especially fitting to be showcasing today’s featured product the Winter Sleep Suit from ergoPouch. The ergoPouch Sleep Suit is a safe way to keep baby warm without the need for extra blankets. You can use the Sleep Suit in the crib as a sleeping bag, then convert into legs using the zippers. Read on to find out more about this innovative sleep garment.

All ergoPouch products are made from skin-friendly, natural fibres, including Organic Cotton, Merino and Bamboo. The 2.5 TOG Sleep Suit is designed for Winter temperatures and is made with an Organic Cotton sheeting outer layer and 100% cotton filling.

ergoPouch uses natural fibers for the fillings of its products specifically to improve breathability and temperature regulation. The ergoPouch Winter Sleep Suit may keep your baby snuggly warm but it is highly breathable and also, impressively, antibacterial. When it’s chillier, the garment has long cotton fleece sleeves and fold over mitts for warmth.

The simplicity of converting from Sleep Bag to Sleep Suit using the zippers is what earns our No Fuss badge on the ergoPouch Winter Sleep Suit. This feature makes the transition from crib to stroller or carseat an easy one for parents. The suit fits easily into a stroller or baby carrier. Not to mention that the zippers provide easy access for diaper changes – always a blessing, especially when on the go.

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Note: all sleep tips are independent to all the products featured in Back to Sleep and Kim West is not endorsing these products unless otherwise indicated.

A Princess Bride Baby Registry

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A Princess Bride Baby Registry?
Inconceivable!
(You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means.)

Raise your hand if you’re a Princess Bride fan like the team at Gugu Guru is. Bet you didn’t know that you could design a Princess Bride-themed baby registry. Well, now you know and we’ve done a lot of the legwork for you with these awesome picks featuring some of the most memorable movie characters of all time.

For Mom

You don’t even have to wait until you’ve had your baby to get your Buttercup on. The designers at Fillyboo maternity have you covered with their line of boho chic maternity clothes fit for a queen. Shown here from the collection: Wonder Years in ‘Baby Baby’ blue and I Believe In Unicorns maxi dress in off white.

For Nursery

We found our “true love” when we discovered is this beautiful, whimsical hand made Princess Bride crib mobile from PinkCheeksStudios on Etsy.

This “As You Wish” (secret code for “I love you”) print is a simple, beautiful touch for the nursery. Available in different colors.

For Baby

From our favorite revenge-seeking swash buckler, Inigo Montoya to the inconceivable Vizzini, there’s no shortage of awesome onesies for your little one on Etsy. Shown here: “Hello. My Name Is…” toddler t-shirt and Inconceivable onesie.

If you happen to be expecting a Princess Buttercup of your own, might we suggest checking out an eponymous floral crown from MaeMillerCrowns on Etsy.

Back to Sleep Day 8: Bitta Kidda

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On this eighth day of Back to Sleep, we highlight the BittaSack from Bitta Kidda – one of the most thoughtfully designed and safest sacks that we’ve ever discovered. The BittaSack is mostly known for its two strategically placed wearable lovies for baby to grab for self-soothing during the night. These lovies cannot twist around baby or cover baby’s face, making the BittaSack the only sleep garment of its kind to safely provide a lovie in the crib. Plus, because the lovie is attached, it can’t be lost in the crib or tossed out of the crib – bonus! But, wait, there’s more! Read on to find out what else is so great about this sleep sack… The BittaSack definitely helps with baby fussing but also soothes mom & dad! Late night diaper changes are now not a problem. We give the BittaSack our No Fuss stamp because its genius diagonal zipper is easier to zip and also allows baby to stay comfortable while you easily change diapers. Just unzip diagonal zipper while leaving shoulder snapped, open internal diaper cover and change baby’s diaper. Once you’re done, refasten diaper cover and zip baby back up. The whole time your baby stays cozy with lovie in hand.

Oftentimes daycares don’t allow for lovies or blankies during naptime, as they can be a sleeping hazard. If your baby loves to hold on to something while they sleep (which most do!), this is the perfect daycare accompaniment because it will help them get a great nap!

Bitta Kidda also offers BittaDaytime – a small cotton velour Lovie that clips directly to clothing, which is perfect for traveling. The lovie is always in reach when baby needs to self soothe and provides comfort (and entertainment!) when you are out and about in unfamiliar settings. We also love that we can now enjoy stroller walks knowing that the lovie can’t fall to the ground – or worse – get tossed out of the stroller and lost forever.

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Note: all sleep tips are independent to all the products featured in Back to Sleep and Kim West is not endorsing these products unless otherwise indicated.

Cause-Driven Registry: Matimati Baby

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Next up on our Cause-Driven Registry with Nicole Ryan, we feature Matimati Baby. Matimati Baby designs and makes stylish, yet really functional, baby bandana bibs for all little ones. Matimati Baby’s “drooling for a purpose” campaign helps fight human trafficking of children in Asian countries.

It seems as though when your baby starts teething, drool gets everywhere. We mean…everywhere, all day long! You’ll be changing their soaked clothing multiple times a day, and believe us, that can get really tiring. How do you combat the constant drool battle? With gorgeous bandana bibs from Matimati Baby! Founded by a mother who was tired of seeing her son covered in drool all the time, she designed and created these super soft, thick, and adorable bandana bibs for babies and toddlers. They are completely functional and utterly stylish!

These bibs are super absorbent; each bib is made with two layers of fabric to increase absorbency. The front of each bib is made from 100% organic cotton, and the back layer is made from super absorbent polyester fleece – there is no crinkly plastic bib next to your baby’s face. The bandana bibs are adjustable in size, and have nickel-free snaps which won’t lose hold over time, like most velcro does. Matimati understands that a baby is only young once, and you love dressing them in all of their cute outfits, which is why they aim to make the most stylish and modern prints; most of them are even gender neutral, so they make perfect baby shower gifts.

Through Matimati Baby’s “drooling for a purpose” campaign the brand donates a percentage of all sales to Chain Reaction, a non-profit organization that fights human trafficking in Asia by rescuing and restoring children that have become victims. Chain Reaction works hard to protect innocent children from tike what you see here? Enter to win a bandana bib set below!

Mini Style: Rockabilly Baby!

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Are you a rockabilly mama like Risky Rae? Check out her picks (and some of ours!) for rockabilly baby style – these would make great baby gifts!

Anchor & Roses Tattoo Charcoal One Piece; 2. Six Bunnies Flash Gift Set; 3. Born to Rock and Roll Onesie; 4. Sourpuss Cherry Mary Janes; 5. Sourpuss Monster Sneakers; 6. Sourpuss Skull Sneakers

Mini Robot Rattle; 2. Johnny Cash Bib; 3. Mom Tattoo Swaddle Blanket; 4. Anchors Footie; 5. Sailor Teething Ring; 6. I Love Mom Teether; 7. Matryoshka Teethers; 8. Retro Robot Teethers

Peachy for National Peach Month!

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Life is peachy! In honor of National Peach Month (bet you didn’t know that was even a thing!), we’ve gathered some fun peach-themed baby items.

Clockwise from Top Left:

Sweet Peach Organic Nursing Pillow Cover from By George Baby Boutique on Etsy (starting at $45)

Crocheted Peach from Rainbow Happiness on Etsy ($4)

Crib Sheet from West & Arrow on Etsy ($44)

Sweet as a Peach Print from Bellberry Lane on Etsy ($5)

Custom Allman Brothers “Eat a Peach” Onesie from Fawn & Birdie on Etsy ($18)

DIY Baby Hats

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See Kate Sew partners with Gugu Guru once again to share a fantastic DIY tutorial. This time? A DIY baby hat and personalized fabric! Read on to get the details…

I’ve never been a huge fan of the hospital hats so these are a cuter way to keep baby’s head warm! There’s a cute little knot at the top and it’s stretchy and cute! And if you make it personalized, they are also a unique and adorable way to announce your baby’s name!

We have been using the DockATot every night since we’ve been home from the hospital! Baby Mae sleeps in it and she always falls asleep really well. We swaddle her and stick her in the DockATot inside her crib. The firm cushions all around the DockATot keep her nice and cozy. I think it helps her to feel secure as she sleeps and I’m not complaining about 5-6 hour stretches of sleep!

She’s been such a great sleeper so far, I’m giving some of the credit to this thing! I also love how cute they look in it! One of the best parts about the DockATot is the removable, washable cover! There are a bunch of color options and you can buy extra covers separately! I definitely recommend getting a second cover, we had a spit up episode the first or second night and a pee episode on another day. It’s nice to not have the pressure of keeping it nice when you can just throw it in the wash!

And this baby lounger is the only place baby Mae can get a decent nap! It’s really hard for her to nap with two other crazy wild kids around. We use the DockATot also as a way to keep the baby safe on the bed or floor when other kids are around. It’s lightweight enough to tote around the house and is probably perfect for traveling, though we haven’t traveled with the new baby yet!

These knotted baby hats are SUPER easy and fast to make! It’s a great first sewing project if you’ve never sewn and I always love a good quick sewing project that you can finish while baby is napping (maybe in her DockATot, ha!).

First I’ll show you how to make the hat, then I’ll show you how to personalize solid fabric!

Materials:
-1/4 yard knit fabric
–knot hat pattern download (this will fit about newborn to 2/3 months!)
–stretch needle

Instructions:

Print the pattern at 100% (do not scale) and trim off the edges. Tape the pattern piece together and cut out the hat pattern.

Pin the pattern to 2 layers of fabric and cut out 2 pieces.

Pin the pieces together with right sides together.

Sew around the hat with a 3/8″ seam allowance

Turn the hat right side out.

Finish the bottom edge of the hat with a zig zag stitch or a serger. Press under 1/2″ at the bottom of the hat. Sew to finish hem.

Tie a knot in the top of that, leaving about an inch or so at the top.

All done!

Personalize it! To make a name hat we’ll start with the fabric before you turn it into a hat. You can either use a square of fabric 12″ by 12″ or cut the pattern pieces out and just put names on the fabric you need.

Materials:
-baby hat fabric
-vinyl cutting machine, I used a Cricut Explore Air
-vinyl + transfer tape
-fabric paint
-foam brush

Create a vinyl stencil with your cutting machine. You’ll need 2 if you’re using a standard 12″ by 12″ mat. Use transfer tape to transfer it from the vinyl’s backing to the fabric. Stick it on, making sure to press well around letter edges.

Use foam brush to dab paint into spaces.

Let dry. Peel vinyl off and make sure you get all the middles from letters like “a” and “e”. Then use your fabric to sew the hat!

That’s it!

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