Corny Island Adventure

Tuesday, April 6th, 2010

The approach of summertime brings visions of castles and moats, and sand play is even better when your tools are recycled like these. Digging and building all day can really work up an appetite! With this outfit, it’s perfectly fine to wear your lunch on your shirt.

Hot Dog High Five Tee by Mini Rotation, $25.50, sizes 2-6; Navy Cargo by SHRNK, $27.50, sizes 4-6; Recycled Sand Play Set by Green Toys, $20.

Glam It Up

Saturday, March 27th, 2010

 

An afternoon out with your favorite aunt: Putt Putt may seem sporty, but you can glam it up with this fab comfy outfit and be ready for ice cream afterward.

Twist Neck Tunic by Stella, $51, sizes 4-6X; Cropped Legging in black or denim by Stella, $36, sizes 2-10; Mesh Wristlet by Party Bags Etc, $17; Diamonds & Pearls Hairclip by Party Bags Etc, $5; Oversize Deco Dots Button by NiceButton, $2; Piggy Paint Nail Polish in Twinkle Toes (silver), $9.50.

 

My Little Home on the Range

Monday, March 8th, 2010

 

"Yee Haw!" she hollers across the playground, before dashing away on her noble steed, Mr. Stickhorsey. Her Pa tries to run after her, but she’s just too fast. He sighs and smiles, thinking of how happy she will be when she receives a brand new copy of "Little House on the Prairie" at her birthday party tomorrow.

Cowgirl Dress by Walkup Wear, $38.50, sizes 12m-6; I-Walk Fringe Boots by Bobux, $48, available in tan and pink, sizes 2-8; Horse Shoe Western Sak with horse by Douglas, $15; Red Hair Bow by Party Bags Etc., $5

Prices and availability may vary – call store for current info.

Piggy Paint Non-Toxic Nail Polish

Thursday, January 21st, 2010

 

The problem: Most nail polish brands contain toxic chemicals, even more chemicals must be used in the removal process, and many kids have a habit of biting their nails or just putting their fingers in their mouths.

The solution: Piggy Paint!  

Piggy Paint is non-toxic, odorless, and kid-friendly. It’s also hypoallergenic and water-based. Check out this scary comparison – solvent-based polishes eat right through the styrofoam!

Piggy Paint comes in lots of fun, vibrant colors with adorable names like "Angel Kisses", "Mac-N-Cheese", and "Dragon Tears". And to top it all off, it’s made in the U.S.A. Considering all of these advantages, it’s very reasonably priced at $9.50 a bottle. For removal, grab a bottle of their low odor, acetone-free nail polish remover, $10.

Prices and availability may vary – call store for current info.

 

Razzle, Dazzle!

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009

Keep baby warm this winter in our extra cozy blankets from Razzle Baby. These 30” x 30” blankets are handmade in North Texas of plush fabrics paired with pleasing prints and finished with a 6” satin ruffle. The fabrics are carefully chosen to complement each blanket style, and the result is megadorable and so, so snuggly.

Razzle Baby Blankets come in several styles, including darling deer, cosmic kids, and cuddly kittens, $72 each.

Prices and availability may vary – call store for current info.

 

What is Dragonsnaps?

Friday, October 9th, 2009

What is Dragonsnaps Children’s Clothing? 

 

“Dragonsnaps” means snappy clothes for your little dragon! We think kids value comfort over fashion, but we try to offer both by providing comfortable US-made clothes.  Some of our products are even made in Austin. Most of the clothes are cotton, and some are organic.

Terra Toys and Dragonsnaps Children’s Clothing have always been owned and operated by the same family.  When relocating from South Congress to West Anderson Lane in 2004, the two stores were finally integrated under one roof. The Dragonsnaps area of our store is a baby and children’s boutique with casual cotton clothing (boys sizes newborn to 7, girls sizes newborn to 10), a large selection of socks and hair accessories, and many baby gifts like bibs, growth charts, and blankets. 

We have a gift registry available in-store for birthdays, baby showers, or any special event you can think of.  We sell lots of amazing gift bags and wrap, but we also offer complimentary gift wrapping for your purchases, in bags hand-decorated by kids, or in natural paper bags, with colorful tissue and ribbon.

 

Cool Trends 2009: Robots

Monday, September 28th, 2009

Beep Bup!  We’re receiving lots of requests for gifts for kids who want robots.  For older kids we have a very cool assortment of tin wind-up robots and things you can build yourself.  But what about the under five crowd?  Here are some good finds for little ones who are hip to the droid rage.

Robot Pencil Sharpener – Fun meets function in this awesome wind-up.  The robot cranks up when you sharpen your pencil. If your pencils are already sharp, you can use the included key winder.  $6.50, Ages 3+

 

Build It Big – This super-sized construction set has more than 40 pieces, enough to build a robot, a truck, or a silly-looking dog. $35, Ages 2+

 

Robot Tee by Orange Heat – Rockin Kids wear, designed and hand-screened in Austin, printed with eco-friendly ink on US-made cotton (American Apparel – Sustainable Edition). $28.50, sizes 2, 4, 6.

Prices and availability may vary – call store for current info.

Sweet and Comfy New Clothes

Wednesday, September 2nd, 2009

For the jubilant daydreamer, we have new fall pieces from Hopscotch Designs.  The inspired mix of vintage, reproduction, and new fabrics make for super fun and funky fashion.  I love the juxtaposition of large and small prints, and the colors are lush and compelling.  The boys’ tee up top is reminiscent of Cosmo Kramer.  The dress at left has lots of light and airy layers to keep it flouncy and bouncy but not stifling.

We have all of these, and several other adorable dresses from the fall line. Hopscotch Designs are made in the USA, and are 100% cotton, so they’re breathable, comfortable, and durable.  Well-made cotton will survive several hand-me-downs.

Clockwise from top:

Martini Tommy Shirt $42.50

Tweet Maddie Dress $42.50

Autumn Charlotte Dress $74

Each available in sizes 18-24mo, 2T, 4T, 6

Availability may vary – call store for current info.

 

 

Wonderboy Fall Arrivals

Tuesday, August 25th, 2009

Super-stylin’ western shirts have arrived from Wonderboy.  In this classy-casual cotton attire, boys will look good at school, dinner out, or even the rodeo.  Wonderboy clothes are made in the USA.  Clockwise from top left:

"Bourbon Street" $58, Sizes 2T, 3T, 4T

"Gotham" $66, Sizes 4/5, 5, 6/7

"Birch Beer" $64, Sizes 2T, 3T, 4T, 4/5, 5, 6/7

Availability may vary – call store for current info.

 

Back to School

Sunday, August 23rd, 2009

Today is the last day of Tax Free Weekend, so come see us.  The lunch box selection is faboo!

The second commercial in the "We Have Toys" series is online – another finely crafted production from Terra Toys staff ;)