“Any mother could perform the jobs of several air traffic controllers with ease”  ~Lisa Alther

True that, Lisa! Isn’t the job of mothers to multitask through hours, days, weeks and more? While laundry is spinning, dinner is being prepped by Mom, and while the vacuum is being pushed around a child’s room, it is also being redecorated in her mind’s eye. How many times has Mom announced she is going to bed, only to wipe the counter, clean the toilet and take out the garbage on the way? Raise your hand if that is you too Mom! I suspect that an air traffic controller job would be a breeze on any given day. So spin those propellers and hold on tight ladies! Let’s play with a different toy today: airplanes!

The first airplane out of the Babybox.com hanger is this cute personalized airplane pattern classic short sleeve tee shirt. It will look adorable on your little boy. Designed with red and sea blue airplane print, it is classic and unique. This classic style short sleeve tee shirt works on any child. Made from 100% cotton and easy to care for, this shirt comes in a range of sizes to fit any child (2T-6T). Shirts are available in your choice of several colors: Available in heather gray, white, navy, black, grass green, fuchsia. You also have the choice of tank tops, capsleeve tees, short & long sleeve lap tees, long sleeve tees and baseball tees. All you have to do is choose!

Flying a little lower on your baby are these fantastic Tiny Toes Airplane And Train Booties By Manhattan Toys. They are absolutely adorable and feature embroidered “sounds” on the back of each bootie. They have lined interiors and easy-on adjustable hook-and-loop closures at the heel. You little aviator will love flying around the house in these airplane (and train) inspired booties.

Now take to the skies with these soaring machines. This Oopsy Daisy “Sleep Tight Airplanes” nightlight portrays colorful airplanes wishing your little pilot a happy sleep. This nightlight can be easily wiped clean with a soft, dry cloth and is ideal for your child’s room as it does not have a glass surface to break. You can personalize the nightlight with your child’s name or any other word or phrase like “Good Night”. This nightlight is designed by Jill McDonald, whose biography is included with each unit.

Don’t get lost in the clouds too much though. Make sure that you keep one eye on your gauges with the help of this airplane instrument panel artwork. The “Air Traffic Control” wall art from Oopsy Daisy by Aaron Christensen is a contradicting masterpiece with an abstract and modern feel while using a clean, sleek style. This top quality canvas reproduction is made using the Giclee printing process and has the look and feel of an original painting. Each piece is stretched over wood bars, glass-free, and comes ready to hang! No framing is required. This is the ideal surface for kids’ rooms as there is no glass to break! Artwork is finished on all sides and comes with a wire hanger for wall mounting. It can easily be wiped clean with a soft, dry cloth. Makes a great gift idea. Designed by artist Aaron Christensen and it comes with his biography attached to the back.

How are you feeling now Mom? Ready for another flight or would you rather play passenger on the next flight? Here’s hoping you have blue skies to soar off into this afternoon!

Monday again. How does that happen? Yesterday, I was feeling loved and pampered, now it is back to the grind. I made it through morning carpools, but still have to dream up something for dinner, help the oldest with a project that’s due this week and race back into cheer-leading roll at the sidelines of the newly started baseball season. Thank goodness I got so much love yesterday for Mother’s Day or I wouldn’t be able to face these Monday blues. Anyone else feeling blue?

sigh… me too.

Let’s drape the site in blue today and hope that tomorrow the sun will shine again and wipe away these blues. Who’s with me?

In the meantime, I would love to wrap this pretty blue fabric around myself and all over the baby’s nursery. Maybe that is my problem? Is it Monday blues or baby blues?Well, redecorating should help the cause regardless. The Multi Dots in Blue Fabric by the yard is a great way to coordinate your baby’s nursery. We carry all the New Arrival fabrics that are used in the bedding sets. Use the fabric in your wall decorations, cribs, toys, and play areas. The Fabric comes in a width of 54″, but please note that dye lots of fabrics can vary. Please order any additional fabric yardage needed when ordering custom bedding to insure fabrics are from the same dye lot.

Should we shed a little light on the day to make those blues seem not so bad? Time to flick on this Playthings Blue Spindle Chandelier, by Charn & Company. This chandelier has an antique finished applique and features our newest paigy pom pom pink lampshades. It has been developed in a rare-to-find design to embellish your child’s room. You mood will be bound to soar taking in this charming blue light added to your home.

Gazing at these bright blues will chase away any dull spirits in no time as well. The “Blue Flowers in Pink Pot” wall art from Oopsy Daisy by Gale Kaseguma brightens the room with vibrant colors and shades. This top quality canvas reproduction is stretched over wood bars with no glass to break. This piece is made using the Giclee printing process and has the look and feel of an original painting. It is equipped with a wire hanger on the back for easy wall displaying so no framing is required. It can be wiped clean with a soft, dry cloth. Makes a wonderful addition to any child’s room, playroom or even beach house. Designed by artist, Jenny Kostecki with biography attached to the back.

Some days we just can’t fight those blues though. On days like that, the best thing you can do is to roll with it and ride it out til tomorrow. My suggestion is wrapping yourself in this beautiful blue blanket, because who can resist cashmere? Exquisitely crafted to create a distinctively soft and comfortable feel, our cashmere baby blanket, in soft calming baby blue is made of the finest quality.

We use only the finest cashmere — for the softest touch and the longest fiber length to resist pilling. These are the most important characteristics of any cashmere product, and make this blanket one of our most popular year after year. We feel this gives our customers something to enjoy not only from the moment they touch it, but also for years to come, retaining their strength and shape, even after lots of snuggles. For an added touch, these luxurious and timeless blankets can be customized with monogramming.

Hope this helps you get through your Monday!

heart sterling silver baby box

Right from the start
You stole my heart
With arms flung wide
and no thought to pride

love for all wall art by donna ingemanson

You strained, panted and pushed
and I have to admit, I ambushed
your vast and unsuspecting love,
with that big final shove!

Until all the world could see
and hear the cries from me,
As silent were your tears
and in them held all fears

baby shower favor - star is born cookie cutter

For you saw skinned knees,
me begging for cookies, “please!”
My triumphs and vast failures
like puddle jumping & resulting epic soakers

puppy musical pull toy by north american bear

But the tears of joy beat every frown
with visions of me in graduation gown
and playing with my best friend gooch
(my nickname for the neighborhood pooch)

And I hope you would do it all again
Because my love for you will never wane
You are my one and only Mom
you are the best, you’re truly the bomb!*

Happy Mother’s Day to all the wonderful ladies out there that made the decision to become Mommies. You made the right choice and Babybox.com loves you for it! Hope you have a wonderful weekend and are spoiled rotten from sunup to sundown!

*poem written by Katherine Krige

Julia Burton has got it right when she tells us “What a woman wants” in this video that I just have to share today. With Mother’s Day only a few days away, maybe you can share this video with your menfolk and see if they will take any hints from it. Better yet, how about we follow the video up with some suggestions of our own. Now that’s the ticket! Babybox.com to the rescue this Mother’s Day!

They may not be 4″ heels, but these shoes certainly won’t hurt your feet! Make a statement in your monogrammed custom Converse All Star Chuck Taylors. Dream of a design, and we can embroider it. Nice way to show off your style and favorite colors adding a “kick” to your everyday slip on converse. Featured in Town & Country, these will become one of your favorite shoes. Get ready for loads of compliments “where…did you get those shoes”

And if you can figure out how to keep the house clean, then its got to be cocktail hour! Bring on the drinks ladies and serve them up in these! Personalize in style this Summer with our outdoor-friendly, virtually unbreakable Set of 4 classic v-shaped martini stem glasses. Stylish 11 oz durable enough for everyday indoor or outdoor use. Clarus is dishwasher safe, made in USA, and BPA FREE! Each Cocktail Glass is 6.75″ tall. Coordinates with our Classic Pitcher. Imagine personalized beverageware that is virtually unbreakable, uncompromisingly durable and clear at the same time, while being elegant. Bring this to the beach, on a boat, by the lake, on a picnic, bring it poolside. It will never be misplaced, broken or accidentally taken since each can be personalized with your monogram, single initial or family name. Best of all, the entire line is made in the USA, from concept to creation. Forget the acrylic beverageware of yesterday, Clarus is here, and is safer, better and long lasting.

To make Mom feel like a queen, you could even get her her very own lounger to relax on, after a hard day’s work looking after the house and home. The Camilla Chair by Art for Kids is an elegant and comfortable seating option for your room. The exquisitely crafted chair features a fine design and an upholstered seat and back. Each piece is custom done and is available in many different shades and finishes. Choose from Art For Kids fabrics or add your own material. Add a matching ottoman for the ultimate in room seating. Makes a great decorative addition to your decor.

Now all Mom needs is five minutes of peace and quiet, perhaps a good book and definitely a comfy blanket to curl up under, as she drifts off in a happy daze of contentment. This super plush and super soft throw blanket is just the thing! In 100% cotton, it features herringbone pattern and is elegant and cozy. We love these and they are some of the softest throws in the softest colors. Cotton, when brushed, undergoes a transformation that gives it a plush, alluring texture this side of heaven. This throw blends soft color with cream in a herringbone weave and finishes it with a twisted, natural fringe. Cozy up on the couch in style and in sophistication.

I know it just might be a dream that will get popped in two seconds flat by a gang of needy toddlers, but hey That’s What A WOMAN Wants guys! Help a girl out, why don’t you!

Its the beginning of the week again. How is it that Monday seems to roll around so fast? How about a trip back in time today! Hold onto your hats, as we are going to go wayyyy back, to the land before time!

Watch your step as now there are Dinosaurs afoot!

And check out the teeth on that one! Ahhh!

The “Towering T-Rex” custom canvas wall hanging is sure to feed your child’s imagination. This detailed painting is wonderfully reproduced on the museum-archival-quality canvas into an original design by using the giclée method of fine art printing. It is hand-trimmed and measures 2ft.x3ft bringing to life the detailed edges of this canvas. This “Towering T-Rex” wall hanging is available in a prehistoric brown color or your choice of  favorite color. You can also get the canvas personalized. Make sure to specify your preferred choice of color and personalization before ordering this wall-hanging.

Hand-crafted and custom-made in the USA, the “Towering T-Rex” wall hanging makes a perfect addition to a play area, boy’s room or nursery as an inspiring piece of interior decoration. It can also be paired with other wall art pieces from the additional “”Dinosaur Kingdom Collection” making for an excellent group display!

Did you manage to make it by that T-Rex? Good for you, but don’t breath too easy yet. There is something tall coming up beside you on the right! Whoa! 

Your little boy will love this “Dinosaur” growth chart which will look wonderful in any nursery or child’s room. Your child is going to grow quickly, so celebrate every magical milestone with this wonderful growth chart! Measures 12″ x 42″, enough to take you all the way from the infant years to late toddler years. Along the way, there’s pure fun — the chart features whimsical images in eye-catching colors to compliment every child’s room. Can be personalized with child’s name.

Phew, there are a lot of dinosaurs in these parts! Hope that brontosaurus didn’t scare you too bad. Wait, what’s that creeping towards us now? Beware the dripping wet stegosaurus under that towel. Get wrapped up in luxury even at bath time with our personalized dinosaur towel! Your little boy will love bathtime with his personalized towel. Each terry cloth towel is lined in soft, decadent minki and personalized for your favorite bathing buddy. Perfect for toddlers and roomy enough to use for years. This is simply one of the most plush and softest towels you will find anywhere.

Man, we better get out of here before these dinosaurs begin to get hungry! Too late, they are serving up snacks now on those cute Personalized Dinosaur Baby Plates. They are a bright, cheerful and decorative way to enjoy mealtime. The plate features a hand-painted dinosaur design in the center and brightly colored dots bordering the edge. The plate can be personalized with your baby’s name to make it extra special. Available in two sizes. Makes a great gift.

Ola! Happy Cinco de Mayo everyone!

Ok, we are a day early, but today Babybox.com is going to celebrate all things Mexican for our neighbors to the South. And how can we not celebrate Mexico? It is the land of the Aztecs, margaritas (the famous drink made from Mexico’s own tequila), enchiladas, mariachi bands (featuring Mexican instruments such as maracas), pinatas, Octavio Paz (writer – Nobel Laureate) and of course is a favorite travel destination for millions of tourists each year. Did you know it is also the birth place of chocolate! Can I get a Viva Mexico ladies!

So why not brew up a pitcher of margaritas and pop them into this ice bucket to chill for Cinco de Mayo. Here’s the recipe!

Margaritas

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 1/2 oz tequila
• 1/2 oz triple sec
• dash of lemon or lime juice
• 3 oz sour mix
• lime wedge for garnish
• salt or sugar to rim the glass (optional)

DIRECTIONS:

On golden pond
we sit so long
watching ducklings
quack their songs.
Scaring frogs to make them hop
and wondering when dragon flies ever stop
but most of all we love to spy
the gaping jaws of an alligator? Oh My!

SNAP!

Phew, we made it, but what’s that I hear? It’s the quack, quack, quack of this large fleece duck. In soft yellow and green, it is sure to become an object of comfort when going to sleep and something to cuddle with when waking up. Handmade, each duck will win hearts with their simplicity: there are no embellishments, no electronic sounds, no weird faces; just rich colors, clean lines, pronounced features. With long beak, floppy wings and a sweet disposition, these soft, fleece ducks make a great companion for your child. You will find a contrasting color on Ducky’s bill and on the underside of his wings. The ducky is made out of the softest of fleeces. There are no button features. Designed with softness and simplicity in mind, this is an excellent choice for the early stages. Soft to the touch and pleasing to the eye, each is carefully handcrafted with great attention to detail and designed to spark a child’s imagination.

From over there, I hear more noise. Its the distinctive ribbit, ribbit  from this wee green frog. This “Finn The Frog” wall art from Oopsy Daisy by Meghann O’Hara portrays a cute and colorful frog as a companion for your child; the perfect addition for his or her room. This top quality canvas reproduction is stretched over wood bars with no glass to break. This piece is made using the Giclee printing process and has the look and feel of an original painting. It is equipped with a wire hanger on the back for easy wall displaying so no framing is required. Each canvas is decoratively finished along the 3/4 inch thick sides. It can be wiped clean with a soft, dry cloth. Makes a wonderful addition to any child’s room, playroom or even beach house. Designer’s biography comes attached at the back.

And with a whir, I barely spy, these super-fast colorful dragon flies. This Posh peacock stationery with charming and attractive “Dragonflies” printed on it, is a very unique way to pen down your thoughts. Your kid will be happy to see this bright colored stationery set, which includes a decorative paper wrap and ribbon and is packaged in a clear cellophane bag.

This stationery is printed on premium 110 lb 4.25″ x 5.5″ flat cards in a crisp, classic white. Envelopes are brightly colored which matches with the color of the printed image on stationery. Coordinating white envelope liners and return address printed envelopes are available for an additional charge.

BUT,

You better run. You better hide, from this last creature within the golden pond. Please beware the snap and spin, of my alligator friend and his mischievous grin! This personalized gator pattern classic cotton tank top will look adorable on any girl. Designed with light blue and parrot green gator print, it is classic and unique. This everyday basic style is great for summer, sports or wearing underneath other clothing. This style is perfect for a boy or a girl. Made from 100% cotton and easy to care for. It comes in sizes 2T, 4T, 6T, 8, 10 or 12 and is available in a variety of styles and colors.

Under the Sea…
Let’s escape just you and me!
We can swim way down below
watch fishies swimming to and fro.
Catch a ride on a sea horse’s tail
and maybe dine with a great gray whale.
So why not join me everyone
As we dip & dive with a pod of dolphin
Today’s the day at Babybox.com for
an under the sea theme with so much more…

So let’s dive right in and make a splash. There’s fish about that will make you laugh (like this cute puffer fish). This personalized puffer fish pattern lap tee shirt will look adorable on your little girl. Designed with purple, light pink and orange puffer fish print, it is classic and unique. Each lap tee short sleeve shirt is designed with convenient envelope shoulder opening and is best suited for children ages 3-18 months old. Made from 100% cotton and easy to care for. The shirts are available in your choice of several colors: navy, pink, red, lavender, baby blue, brown, gray or white. And as with our other personalized tees, this shirt comes in a wide variety of sizes and styles to accommodate all tastes.

You have to be quick, with the sea horses here. A ride with this one will leave you grinning from ear to ear. This “Lime Seahorse” wall art from Oopsy Daisy by Carter Carpin depicts a seahorse in the ocean in beautiful shades of lime and blue. This top quality canvas reproduction is stretched over wood bars with no glass to break. This piece is made using the Giclee printing process and has the look and feel of an original painting. It is equipped with a wire hanger on the back for easy wall displaying so no framing is required. It can be wiped clean with a soft, dry cloth. Makes a wonderful addition to any child’s room, playroom or even beach house. Designed by artist, Carter Carpin with biography attached to the back.

If you care to dine with that gray whale, then you will need one of these placemats to keep your space clean. This Under the Sea personalized placemat has an adorable octopus which will make any child look forward to setting the table at mealtime. Perfect for home, eating out or traveling! Each placemat measures 18″ x 12″ and is sealed with 10 mil heavy weight laminate for durability and ease in cleaning. Design is carried over onto the back of the placemat. Personalized with child’s first name for no additional charge.

For the ultimate gift, add the matching personalized 10″ melamine plate to make a fun and colorful place setting for mealtime! The plate is dishwasher safe; however it should not be used in the microwave.

But we all know that the dolphins are the king of the sea. So you simply cannot beat a snuggle with one of these! Part of the charm of this personalized ocean commotion blanket is that each is handmade. Each design is hand-traced and cut by hand, and a lot of attention to the special requests made for each blanket. As a result, it generally takes four to six weeks for an order to be completed.

Each blanket is machine washable and safe to put in the dryer. To keep your blanket looking like new, we recommend washing it on the gentlest cycle, tumble drying on low and removing promptly when dry. Blankets come in sizes mini, crib, toddler, stadium, twin and tummy.

Hello sunshine! Why is it that I cannot feel your warmth? I still have that chill in my bones that I cannot shake. Perhaps because of the below normal temperatures I guess. Brrr… I think I need a bigger dose of that sunshine. Perhaps I will go into the weekend with some extra sunshine to wrap myself in. Would you care to share?

Here is a way to have your baby start their day with sunshine – with their very own sunshine crib bedding set! Add a burst of sunshine to your nursery with this cheerful crib bedding set. This fine collection is beautifully coordinated in white pima, yellow gingham, and white ric rac. Pamper your little one in shear elegance. The bumper is exquisitely tailored with white grosgrain ties finished with piping. Our coverlet is pima pique on one side, flannel on the reverse side, with a ric rac edge.

And here is some sunshine at mealtime. Your little ones are going to love this sunshine lunch box! This sunshine will make lunch time fun! These fabulous lunchboxes are perfect for storing toys, crafts or snacks in your home, car, class or for play dates. Personalize it with the child’s name!

These lunchboxes are made of 0.30 millimeter lead free tin and covered with high-tack adhesive on all sides. As an added bonus all lunchboxes comes with a chalkboard on inside lid. This is perfect for drawing or leaving a note for your child. How sweet is that?

Playtime is the best time for a little more sunshine to enter your world and this toy box is the sunniest! The Sunshine Day Dream hand painted toy box by Sweet Beginnings is a bright and cheery accessory for your room. The 4 foot toy box features colorful hand painted sun, moon and clouds and is designed to function as a spacious toy chest and bench seat. The adorable and beautifully detailed box can store all of your child’s toys as well as extra pillows, blankets or comforters in any room. Available in many base colors, we recommend using a light shade to enhance the design. Finely crafted, there is a space between the base of the chest and the lid to prevent a child’s fingers from becoming caught. The toy box is a great addition to any room!

Add a touch of sunshine to your child’s room all day long with this sunny print. The “You Are My Sunshine” wall art from Oopsy Daisy by Carter Carpin brightens up the room with a massive sunflower and a special message. This top quality canvas reproduction is stretched over wood bars with no glass to break. This piece is made using the Giclee printing process and has the look and feel of an original painting. It is equipped with a wire hanger on the back for easy wall displaying so no framing is required. It can be wiped clean with a soft, dry cloth. Makes a wonderful addition to any child’s room, playroom or even beach house. Designed by artist, Carter Carpin with biography attached to the back.

Hope the sunshine warms you all weekend long!

It has been a rainy, cold week. I know that Spring is upon us, but it is hard to keep that warmth alive with gray skies looming over everything. Ugh, all I want to do is crawl back into bed, but life still has to keep going despite the weather. So if we can’t beat the blahs, then I guess we have to dive back into warmer gear to face the day. So grab a coffee and that sweater that you thought you were done with, as the temperatures won’t be increasing any time soon. Let’s think some warm thoughts this week.

This sweater will be perfect for today, but will also come in handy on other cooler nights in the weeks to come. Don’t fret though as Summer will eventually arrive! So celebrate it with this anchors sweater – perfect for a boy or girl. Custom colors available. Hand knit from 100% soft cotton, this pullover sweater is of excellent quality and workmanship. Your little sailor will look adorable in this sweater. It also makes a wonderful gift. It comes in sizes 6 months to 9/10, so is perfect for most any child.

 If you want to keep your head and ears warm, check out this pretty hoodie. This personalized knit hooded sweater is a wonderful baby gift or toddler gift. Made from soft 100% cotton and available in 22 different color combinations. Each sweater features your choice of name or three letter monogram. Excellent quality and workmanship that you can be proud to own.

Maybe you need something more than just a sweater though. Why not  pull out this fabulous blanket to snuggle under. This cashmere baby blanket is a luxurious way to keep your baby warm and cozy. Adorable duckling covers the front of this luxurious single faced 100% cashmere blanket. These blankets & pillows are a baby’s first luxuries, made with love. Custom for each customer and may not be returned Each blanket is made with 100% pure cashmere. Lavishly soft and cozy, each promises to keep your little one comfortable and warm. Designed using two cheerful complimentary colors of cashmere and finished with a charming appliqué.

And last but not least, how about thinking up some warm thoughts in front of this fire! This “Campfire Kids” wall art from Oopsy Daisy by Maria Carluccio is an incredibly detailed portrayal of a group of adventurous young boys taking on nature. This top quality canvas reproduction is made using the Giclee printing process and has the look and feel of an original painting. Each piece is stretched over wood bars with no glass to break and is equipped with a wire hanger on the back for easy wall displaying. No additional framing is necessary. Each canvas is decoratively finished along the 3/4 inch thick sides. It can be wiped clean with a soft, dry cloth. Makes a wonderful addition to any child’s room, playroom or even beach house. Designed by artist Maria Carluccio and it comes with her biography attached to the back.

Keep warm this week!