Though we tend to gravitate toward warm browns, grays, and neutrals in fall, a fun pair of colored skinny jeans with a colorful tee is a great way to brighten even the most overcast autumn day.
We found some super cute skinnies for both boys and girls to pair with our long sleeve big brother shirts and big sister shirts to create fantastic outfits for school or play.
FOR BOYS
At only $9.95 each, it’s easy to mix and match these Boys Corduroy Pants in Green and Teal from H&M with the baseball Color It Up Big Brother T shirt and short sleeve Merry Menagerie Big Brother T shirt.
Boys will make a bold statement in the Arizona Skinny Jeans in Regal Red from JCPenney and the Something to Say Big Brother T shirt in black & white baseball sleeve.
FOR GIRLS
The Around the World Big Sister Tshirt and Stitched Style Big Sister Tshirt in red & white baseball sleeve would make really cute and colorful outfits when paired with the Pop Color Skinny Jeans in Apple of My Eye and End of the Lime from Old Navy.
How adorable would twin girls or big & little sisters look in these Levi’s Kids Girl’s Candy Color Cuffed Skinny Jeans in Berry Sunset and Almond Blossom Pink at Zappos with the Over the Rainbow and Flower Power big sister shirts?
Which of these outfits do you like best?
Décor Trend: Glasses
We all know moustaches have been a big trend in décor for both adults and babies, but we also adore eyeglasses on animals and sea creatures as a fun way to add a whimsical twist. And adding whimsy to a nursery is always a spot on trend.
We’ve found a range of nursery décor that feature eyeglasses, including personalized growth charts, cuddly plush pillows and dolls, clocks, etc.
(Shown: Owl Throw Pillows by JAManimals; Hoot Hoot and Woodland Fun personalized growth charts, upcycled dictionary page print by CollageOrama)
(Shown: stuffed octopus with glasses by CheekandStitch; Under the Sea personalized growth chart; handmade wooden clock by UnpossibleCuts)
(Shown: Peter the Eco-Friendly Pocket Monster by Vivikas; Monsterrific personalized growth chart; Monster Mayhem alphabet poster)
(Shown: Mermaid Baby Blanket from CarouselBelle; Mermaid Delight personalized growth chart; Hipster Mermaid & Merman Dolls by Woolflower Boutique)
What do you think, when it comes to whimsical décor, are four eyes better than two?
Personalized Baby Gifts Theme: 5 Favorite Birth Date and Info Gifts
Want personalized baby gifts that go the extra mile? We’ve picked out our five favorite gifts that include baby’s name, birthdate, etc.
Babies dressed in personalized onesies that feature their name, birthday, height and weight are photo ready for a birth announcement shoot. (Shown: Graphic Fun and Playful Hello personalized onesies)
A carved hardwood plaque is a timeless treasure. (BenchMarkCustomSigns)
Add hometown pride to baby’s birth info on custom wall art. (PinkeeArt)
Baby’s footprint gives a special custom touch to this birthdate pillow. (Cherished Soles)
Adding baby’s name and birth date info to a picture frame gives it even more appeal. (TaylorJuneGifts)
We love these personalized baby gifts, hope you do too!
Naming Trend of the Week: Colors
When Beyonce and Jay-Z named their daughter Blue Ivy, some people were left scratching their heads while others thought it was a lovely, unique name. Regardless, color inspired names continue to be a growing trend. Some color names, like Violet and Amber, have been around for a long time, while others, like Azure or Teal, are a bit more unusual.
We’ve pulled together some big sister tshirt and big brother t shirt designs to highlight some colorful names.
Whether you have a redhead or just love the bold hue, you may want to consider the boy names Brick, Rusty, or Red and girl names Rose, Scarlet, or Ruby in honor of the fiery color. (Shown: Double Trouble and Stamped Style big brother shirts; Something To Say and Rock On big sister shirts)
The Whale of Fun Big Brother T shirt would fit a Gray, Slate, or Sterling and the Colorful Big Sister Tshirt would work well for a Jade, Olive or Kelly.
Are color names hot or not?
Color Trend: Lemon
When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade – or you use this bright, juicy hue to create a sunny space. And what better place to add touches of lemon yellow than your little sunshine’s room?
We love lemon (hey, it is part of our name!), so we wanted to shine a light on this cheery color and give you some ideas of how to incorporate it into a nursery.
On all four walls or on an accent wall, a shade of lemon paint will instantly brighten a room. (Image courtesy of Valspar Paint)
Baby will be mesmerized by a fluttery yellow mobile hanging over their crib. (Bottzstudios)
A Moroccan Pouf adds a cushy seat, as well as a quirky design touch to a nursery. (Jonathan Adler)
We love these Lemon Bookends so much; we wouldn’t mind ordering them all the way from the Ukraine! (DesignAtelierArticle)
If you love bright colors like lemon yellow, but are intimidated by them, using one strong accent piece like a personalized growth chart is an easy way to make that bold statement. (Shown: Perfect Pennant, Animal Crackers in Aqua & Lemon, and Design for Minikind personalized growth charts)
Do you like lemon yellow as a main color in a nursery or do you prefer it more as an accent color?
Cool Name of the Week: Emerson
Since this is our birthday week, we’ve thought a lot about how our company came to be, how much time and love we’ve put into it, and what inspired our name. If you know the story, you know that owner/founder Paula left her daughter Emerson with her husband one day, promising him she was a little angel. When Paula returned a few hours later, her exhausted hubby exclaimed, “You gave me a lemon, a little lemon.” So in honor of little Emerson, the original little “Petite Lemon”, we’ve chose her name as our Cool Name of the Week!
If you have an Emerson, boy or girl, we have some personalized baby gifts, big brother shirts, and big sister shirts ideal for showers, birthdays, the holidays, etc.
If your little one is celebrating their birthday the same week we are, here are some party-perfect 1st birthday shirts to choose from. (Shown: Playful Party Hat, Happy Birthday, My First Birthday 1st birthday shirts)
German for “son of Emery,” Emerson was primarily a boy’s name (#364), but has become more popular as a girl’s name (#244), possibly due in part to several celebrities, including actresses Teri Hatcher and Joanna Garcia Swisher and Grey’s Anatomy & Scandal creator Shonda Rhimes, naming their daughters that. (Shown: Love to Sketch Big Sister Tshirt & Big Brother T shirt; Modern Fun Big Sister Tshirt & Big Brother T shirt)
For girls, Emerson can be shortened to Emma, Emme, or Emmy. (Sunny Flower and Chic Style big sister shirts)
Do you have an Emerson?
Throwback Thursday — where it all began
As we mentioned earlier this week in our Birthday Bonanza post, this week marks our third year in business creating personalized baby gifts (yay us!), so we thought we’d take a cue from social media and reflect with our own version of Throwback Thursday (#TBT).
Below are the very first personalized growth chart designs we created three years ago.
And here are a few big sister tshirt and big brother t shirt designs from when we launched our line of sibling tees almost two years ago.
P.S. Have you entered our Birthday Bonanza? If not, be sure to click here before November 3 and tell us your favorite birthday party theme. We’ll randomly pick a winner for a $250 gift card good for any of our personalized baby gifts. That’s right, you name it, any personalized growth chart, big sister shirts, big brother shirts, etc. That’s $250 to spend just in time for the holidays!
Birthday Bonanza!
As designers of personalized baby gifts like 1st birthday shirts, we’re big on celebrating special times in little ones’ lives. And since it’s our 3rd birthday, we wanted to celebrate that as well, only you get the present! From 10/27-11/6 everyone gets 13% off AND one big winner will receive a $250 gift card good for personalized growth charts, alphabet posters, big sister shirts, big brother shirts, and personalized onesies.
To enter to win, simply tell us in the comments section below what your favorite birthday party theme is and we’ll randomly pick a winner.
F is for FAB, FUN and FREE!
We’re all about personalized baby gifts – from 1st birthday shirts to big brother shirtsto big sister tshirt and personalized growth chart designs – but we know there are times you want to stock up on birthday gifts or have a baby shower to attend for an unborn baby whose gender hasn’t been revealed. Well, we’ve got you covered there too!
For a limited time, we’re giving away a free – yes, we said free – we’re giving away an exclusively designed, non-personalized alphabet print by Petite Lemon. Simply add this 8×10″ print (retail value $25) to your cart and check out, pay a minimal shipping fee of $3.49, and you’ll receive this adorable alphabet design printed on our premium heavyweight card stock within 2-3 weeks. It’s as easy as A-B-C!
Quantities are limited and one per customer, please.
1st Birthday Party Inspiration: Costume Party!
For late October birthdays, a costume party is a fab and fun idea that offers lots of possibilities for creativity. To offer a little inspiration, here are some party ideas for a super 1st birthday costume party.
There are plenty of themed invitations, from general costumes to superheroes to princesses and everything in between. Choose from your fave to convey the tone of the party. (Shutterfly)
From the costumes to the birthday cake, we love a good monster theme for an October birthday. (Images found on Beyond the Buzzer, via Instragram @pjfamilyfirst)
Encourage little guests and their parents to dress in their choice of costume, have a mini parade, and then have prizes for best, most creative, etc, in addition to party favors for everyone. (Health Happiness Home blog)
Not all treat bags have to include candy – even at Halloween – to be loved. These homemade play dough bags are sure to be a huge hit. (One Krieger Chick)
Add a coordinating mask or hat to these 1st birthday shirts to create an easy (and comfortable) birthday outfit – or give as a gift. (Shown: Growing Gators, Superhero, and Jungle Giraffe 1st birthday shirts)
Have you ever thrown a birthday costume party?
