Monthly Archives: July 2010

modern motherhood with Valerie Swift

One of the more enjoyable parts of my job is meeting other people in the children’s retail industry.  I met Valerie Swift back in 2007 when she came into the store to tell us about a must-have stroller called UPPAbaby. Valerie knew what she was talking about!  Now the UPPAbaby Vista is one of the [...]

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Create amazing memories this weekend at Little Urbanites

We can’t wait for Studio Camellia to come back to little urbanites on July 18! FREE mini photo session from 2-5. Bring your child’s favorite “Lovey” ( favorite security blanket or toy) and let Studio Camellia create memories for you and your family. THIS WEEKEND SALES Saturday and Sunday order any baby bedding set and [...]

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Monday artday: tire painting

Materials: Washable Paint Toy Cars (like Matchbox) Paper (any size, but larger paper allows more time to work on larger scale) Process: 1. Pour quarter size amount of washable paint onto a paper plate. 2. Let your child run the car through the paint. 3. Drive the cars over the paint. Tips: If you’re hoping [...]

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modern motherhood with Kristin Loffer

In the Modern Motherhood series, the L.U. blog asks inspiring women what inspires them. This week I want to shine some light on Kristin Loffer’s work: on her modern, brilliant textiles, vibrant colors and – most importantly – her sense of fun! {KLT: Sketchbook} I was introduced to Kristin’s work when I opened Little Urbanites [...]

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Big Latch On

Little Urbanites is the venue for this years Portland Big Latch On Let’s break the record for the most women breastfeeding simultaneously! Celebrate breastfeeding and World Breastfeeding Week at Little Urbanites. Join other nursing mothers at Little Urbanites or a registered venue to nurse your baby and receive 20% off all Medela accessories @ little [...]

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