Wednesday, December 9, 2009

Shop West Asheville!


On December 12 from 12-8pm The Littlest Birds will be participating in Shop West Asheville, a one-day event promoting buying from your local artists and shops in West Asheville!

We will also be having a special one-day only sale with 30% off any one toy in the store! So come out and support your local businesses for the holidays and onward! :)

Saturday, December 5, 2009

Children's Health and Harmony Expo


The Littlest Birds is participating in the Children's Health and Harmony Expo here in Asheville, NC. The expo, which is being held tomorrow December 6 from 11am-6pm at the Crowne Royal Plaza Hotel, is "celebrating all good things for our children and living in harmony with the Earth." Over 50 local booths will be there, along with a performance by Secret Agent 23 Skidoo, puppetry, a fashion show and so much more! This is an exciting event for us and we hope to see each and everyone of you out there tomorrow!

Sunday, November 29, 2009

Consignment Sunday! Diaper-Mania!

Here are some of the new diapers just put out in the consignment section of The Littlest Birds!

(Swaddlebees)

(Bummis)

(Bummis)

(Roly Poly)

Friday, November 27, 2009

Huge, Gigantic Black Friday Sale!


Join us for our GIANT Black Friday sale!

All Shoes are 25% off!

All Toys are 20% off!

Most Lounge and Sleepwear are 20% off!

All Heirloom Sweaters are 20% off!

All Diapers are 10 % off!

All Ergos & Becos are 10% off!

Going on only from 11/27 through 11/29! So come in now!!!

Tuesday, November 17, 2009

New Becos Have Arrived!


It's exciting, isn't it! I know we're excited. The new Beco carriers come in so many cool designs, it's hard to pick a favorite! Here are some the new styles: Grace (picture shown), Avery, Carnival and Lenka. Come in and check them out - they're a hot pick!

Thursday, November 12, 2009

Wishlist: Melissa & Doug Grocery Carts

Once a week, we write about something we would really like to add to The Littlest Birds store's products. This week it's the Melissa and Doug Grocery Carts. We used to have these awesome carts in the store and they were so popular! Now, all we have is the one in our play area and it always being used by little ones! Unfortunately, Melissa and Doug are currently sold out of these carts and we can't buy anymore! How sad! This is definitley on the top of our wishlist! We hope they make more soon!


*If you would like to suggest a product for our store or if you know of a baby-products company that would like do business with us, just email us at: thelittlestbirdsasheville@gmail.com

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Book of the Month: What to Expect...


Each month we like to share with you a book that we think might be interesting and helpful to moms and dads. This month it's What to Expect When You're Expecting, by Heidi Murkoff. This is one of the best-selling pregnancy books that is out there. It's a all-in-one, comprehensive guide for women entering pregnancy. It's answers all your questions and is filled with facts that are helpful to anyone, from the first-time mom to the fifth-time mom. We actually carry many copies of this book in the consignment section of our store. So if you're looking for a good, basic guide then this is it!

Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Store Favorite: Dancing Alligator


One of our most popular wooden toys in The Littlest Birds store is the Plan Toys Dancing Alligator. This cute little guy is fun, colorful, portable and makes rhythmic click-clack sounds as it is pulled. We recently received a whole shipment of them, but people have already started pulling them off the shelves! So you should definitely come in and check them out - everybody else is!

Friday, November 6, 2009

November Says Hello!

Here's what The Littlest Birds has going on this month!


We've Got Haba Toys!
We are introducing a new line of toys to our store! The new line is Haba Toys! We have in stock Haba dolls, grabbing toys, games, clutching toys, and more!

More Plan Toys!
We just received more Plan Toys! Now in are more solid drums, xylophones, vegetable and cooking sets, dancing alligators, mini-cars, trucks, school buses, cranes and so much more!

Simple Shoes Alert!
Our supply of Simple Shoes is starting to run low! So if your child has been hankering for a pair, now is the time to come and buy them!

More Bummis are Here!
We recently got more Bummis in, including Swimmis, Bio-Soft Liners, Super Brite Covers, Super Whisper Wraps, and super cute Fabulous Wet Bags.

Speaking of baby's bottoms, don't forget we have two classes coming up this November:
-Wednesday Nov. 11th @ 5:30pm: Cloth Diapers 101
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Wednesday Nov. 18th @ 5:30pm: Baby Carriers 101

Christmas Time is Coming!
We've taken our consignment Halloween costumes and have replaced them with consignment holiday clothing! Come check them out! We are also offereing a limited-time discount! Come in to the store this Saturday or Sunday (11/07 & 11/08), mention our newsletter and get 20% off of any one toy! And don't forget: our quantity diaper discount is still going! Come save on your purchases of Bum Genius, Gro Baby, Kissaluvs and other diapers!

Thursday, November 5, 2009

Wishlist: See Kai Run Shoes


Once a week, we write about something we would really like to add to The Littlest Birds store's products. This week it's See Kai Run Shoes. Created my a mom who needed more comfortable and flexible shoes for her little one, Kai, the shoe brand began in 2004. With the motto "Urban Footwear for First Steps," See Kai Run Shoes are made for newborns all the way up to 8 year-olds and have so many cute designs and styles. And for the month of November they are donating a pair of shoes to a child in need for every pair that is sold on their website. How nice!


*If you would like to suggest a product for our store or if you know of a baby-products company that would like do business with us, just email us at: thelittlestbirdsasheville@gmail.com

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Littlest Birds Arrival: Haba Toys!


German-based company Haba Toys has come to The Littlest Birds! All of their toys are made of wood and colored with solvent-free water-based stains in beautiful, bright colors. All of which makes these toys safe for children to put in their mouths! Currently, we have in stock their dolls, games, clutching and grasping toys! Come in to check out these new toys!

Also! If you get our newsletter, come in Saturday or Sunday (11/07 & 11/08), mention the newsletter and get 20% off any one toy!

Monday, November 2, 2009

November Mommy Blogger: Nina


Our mommy blogger for November is Nina, written by local Asheville mom and patron of The Littlest Birds, Carrie Turner. We love reading this blog, which is filled with tidbits about motherhood, love, creativity, food and personal stories about family and her daughter Isadora. Entitled "Nina" because of her daughter's first ever word that she used for food, this is a must read. Go check her blog and read about her cute, funny and endearing stories!


*If you know of a mommy/daddy blogger who deserves to be our Blogger of the Month contact us on Facebook, Twitter or email us at: thelittlestbirdsasheville@gmail.com

Sunday, November 1, 2009

Consignment Sunday: Christmas Time!

We just put out our Christmas-themed consignment clothing in The Littlest Birds store! Take a look!





Thursday, October 29, 2009

Wishlist: Kangaroo Korner Carriers


Once a week, we write about something we would really like to add to our store's products. This week its Kangaroo Korner baby slings. Kangaroo Korner's baby slings and wraps come in many different versions, colors and fabrics. Aren't they cute?



*If you would like to suggest a product for our store or if you know of a baby-products company that would like do business with us, just email us at: thelittlestbirdsasheville@gmail.com

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Cool Instore Product: New Maya Wraps


Just in! New Ring Sling Maya Wraps! We just received a shipment of Maya Wraps in new colors. In addition to the colors we had before (Burnt Orange, Bright Striped & Light Orchid), we now also have:
-Brown Striped
-Black
-Chocolate Brown

Come on in to The Littlest Birds store and try one out!

Monday, October 26, 2009

Baby Store of the Month

Every month we feature another baby store from somewhere else in the world, whether it's in Charlotte or in Stockholm.

This month it's Mother Nature's Baby Store. Located in beautiful Portland, Oregon, this earth-friendly baby store features slings, diapers, baby clothing, toys and much more! We just love looking at their website. So the next time you're in Portland, give the store a looksie!

Sunday, October 25, 2009

Consignment Sunday!

Here are some of the new arrivals just put out in the consignment section of The Littlest Birds!






Come in to the see the cute, new consignment!

Friday, October 23, 2009

News of the Month: BPA Found in Cans


There is a lot of important mommy/baby news out there and once a month we like to share with you one of the month's most important:

New Study Finds Canned Food Laced With Toxic Chemical BPA

Thursday, October 22, 2009

Wishlist: Thirsties Cloth Diapers

Once a week, we write about something we would really like to add to The Littlest Birds store's products. This week it's Thirsties Cloth Diapers. This diaper company has been around for five years now and their designs come in so many cute colors. They currently have four different diaper versions, which are the Duo Wrap, a pocket AIO, diaper covers, and their Fab Fitted diapers. They are also made entirely in the USA. Talk about thinking local!




*If you would like to suggest a product for our store or if you know of a baby-products company that would like do business with us, just email us at: thelittlestbirdsasheville@gmail.com

Wednesday, October 21, 2009

Thank You for Voting for Us!

We have won Mountain Xpress' Best of Western North Carolina 2009 award in the kids' clothing category. Yay!

So thank you so much for voting for us! In celebration, we have a 15%-off coupon in the Mountain Xpress. Starting today and going through next Wednesday (10/28), bring this coupon in to the store or mention it to us and we will take 15% off of one item! Savings are good for everybody!

And thanks again!

Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Littlest Birds Arrival: New Ergo Colors

We recently received the line of Ergo Fall colors this month. And they are beautiful! They now come in navy, sienna sunset and cranberry (with a nautilus lining!). Come by the store to look at the new colors and feel the organic fabrics!

Sunday, October 18, 2009

Consignment Sunday!

Here are some of the new arrivals in the consignment section of The Littlest Birds that have just been put out!


Come by to check out the low prices!

Thursday, October 15, 2009

Wishlist: Patapum Baby Carriers


Once a week, we write about something we would really like to add to our store's products. This week its Patapum Baby Carriers. Made in Italy, these baby carriers allow moms and dads to carry their baby while carrying on everyday functions. We would really like to have these in The Littlest Birds store. Do you or anyone or know use one of these baby carriers? If so, we would love to hear the feedback on how these carriers work out for moms and dads.


*If you would like to suggest a product for our store or if you know of a baby-products company that would like do business with us, just email us at: thelittlestbirdsasheville@gmail.com

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Book of the Month: Green Babies, Sage Moms

Each month we like to share with you a book that we think might be interesting and helpful to moms. This month it's "Green Babies, Sage Moms" by Lynda Fassa. This book is filled with helpful advice and guides to help the mother and mother-to-be raise a green and organic baby. From finding the "safest ways to get your house ready for the baby" to figuring out what your diaper choices are, this book is a helpful beginners' guide for the mom who wants raise her baby as green as possible. We currently do not carry this book in The Littlest Birds store, but you can find it at your local library or bookstore. Happy Reading!

Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Stacinator Wool Diaper Covers

Every week, we list something in our store that we're really digging. This week, it's the Stacinator wool diaper covers by Happy Heinys. These are always really popular - everyone seems to want them! Come by The Littlest Birds store to pick up yours!

Thursday, October 8, 2009

Littlest Birds Wishlist

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Of the many desired products on our wish list is clothing from Happy Green Bee. Created by the founders of Burt's Bees, this company has so many cute organic cotton clothing pieces and even some organic cotton dolls. Their colors are bright and adorable. Their designs remind us of the Baby Legs leggings we carry.

Tuesday, October 6, 2009

New Littlest Birds Arrival

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We've received lots of new arrivals at the store lately. One of our favorites is Kate Quinn's Thermal Star Footie. Made of 100% organic cotton thermal, this footie has a star applique on the back and comes in a beautiful blackberry color. Come by The Littlest Birds store to get a closer look!

Monday, October 5, 2009

Mommy Blogger of the Month

Each month we are going to feature a mommy blogger. Our first mommy blogger, and our mommy blogger for October, is Tree Huggin' Mummy. Hailing from Tennessee, this mom is passionate about raising "green girls." With two kids of her own, ages 4 years and 8 months, this "mum" is dedicated to her girls and to Joubert Syndrome awareness. Check out her blog and leave her some comments, she would love for you to share your thoughts and mommy support with her.

Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Welcome!

Thank you for visiting The Littlest Birds blog! This is a new venture for us, so bare with us until we get the swing of things on the blogiverse. Meanwhile, visit our website or drop by our store on 647 Haywood Rd in Asheville, NC (directions found here)!