Coming Soon – Oilo Studio Bedding and Decor

Oilo’s roots are steeped in the Hawaiian words, “lio” (small sprout) and “ho’oilo” (the cool, rainy season). Every autumn, the Hawaiian sun weakens and tropical trade winds usher in magnificent storms that blanket the islands in a cool, cleansing rain. It’s not beach weather. It’s curl up on the sofa with a good book weather. It’s wrap your baby up tight and rock her to sleep in the moonlight weather. Mostly, it’s about sitting back, relaxing, and enjoying the serenity of life.

Annalisa Thomas founded Oilo to fill a void in the category for high quality designer look and quality nursery and home decor without designer prices. With a degree in arts and background in graphic design, Thomas’ passion for creativity brings a fresh new approach to a clean, simple, and fashionable look for nursery and home decor. Oilo is about turning your nursery into the most comfortable and carefree sanctuary in your home.

Check out Oilo at Gingerbread Monkey’s coming January 2012.

JJ Cole Strollers and Gear – New for 2012

Oops they did it again! One of our favourite brands has outdone themselves – again. Always practical and stylish – but most importantly - always reasonably priced!

JJ Cole’s newest additions, arriving in early 2012:

The JJ Cole Broadway Stroller easily converts from bassinet mode to a toddler seat for fashionable versatility. With full 360 degree spin, adjustable handle height and multiple positions for your child, the Broadway is fully customizable to fit your needs. Easily switch styles with six additional color swap canopies. How great is that? No need to commit. It’s bad enough that you have a huge selection of strollers to choose from – only to have to also commit to a colour. With JJ Cole’s color swap canopies you can change canopy colors to suit your mood! Your Broadway stroller is instantly restyled with a different easy-on canopy color.

A lightweight stroller that is both stylish and durable, the JJ Cole Monroe Stroller is perfect for every outing. Its ability to convert into a travel system with the JJ Cole Newport Car Seat just made your life easier. Also featuring an adjustable 130 degree back which reclines for child’s comfort and color swap canopies to change things up depending on your mood.

It doesn’t end there! New to Gingerbread Monkeys from JJ Cole:

• Crib Bedding Sets for boys and girls
• Nursery decor accessories
• Sleep Sacks

We look forward to many more great things to come from JJ Cole – tried, tested and a true favourite!

New Arrivals by New Arrivals Inc.

We’re happy to say that we’ve finally found a brand of bedding we feel is quite comparable to our long-time favourite, Serena & Lily. Please give a warm round of applause to New Arrivals Inc.

New Arrivals, Inc. started almost a decade ago, literally in Tori Swaim’s garage. She had this “nagging” idea for a box that would cleverly disguise those pesky, but always necessary baby wipes. Tori’s Hide-a-Wipe Boxes were followed by a high end line of various nursery decor items and accessories, bedding and furniture products. New Arrivals, Inc. is truly your one-stop-shop to design and outfit the perfect baby nursery.

We’ve started by adding a few of New Arrival Inc.’s 3 Piece Crib Sets. More to come …creating the perfect personalized space made easy with New Arrivals Inc.’s collection of Wooden Wall Hanging Letters, Fabric Wall Letters, Small Polka Dot Letters, Cursive Hanging Letters, Large Cursive Wall Letters, Small Hanging Wooden Letters, Block Letters & Framed Letters. Plus, New Arrival Inc.’s Bedding for kids and grown-ups: full, twin and queen sets coming soon.

Serena & Lily Wake Up The Room

Serena & Lily Marni Duvet

Just when we thought they couldn’t do one better, Serena & Lily has introduced some fresh new prints sure to liven up any room. My personal fave, Marni. If the perfect shade of yellow exists, I think this might be it. Paired with Serena & Lily’s clean-lined white medallion print, Marni adds just the right punch of color and contrast.

Then there is Mandara: marries influences from architectural details to vintage tiles with Serena & Lily’s signature fresh California style, in a palette that hints at seaside tropics.

Serena & Lily Mandara Duvet

Serena & Lily’s new duvets also include Holt with campy stripes in army green that are brought to life with a tangy pop of orange piping. For those who crave a quieter bed, the Navy Border Duvet or Berry Border Duvet offer a beautiful layering piece that allows you to start simple and add on as you desire. Dial it up with sheets in a bold color and pattern, or keep it clean and classic––whatever suits your style.

Better still, Serena & Lily is currently having a SALE on some of their best selling pieces. Shop now for the best selection! Sale ends on August 23rd.

The Twilight Zone – Cloub B Twilight Turtle

Twilight Turtle by Cloud B is a plush toy that transforms any room into a starry night sky to help comfort children to sleep. From within his plastic shell, Twilight Turtle projects a magical constellation of stars onto bedroom ceiling and walls in three soothing color options. Twilight Turtle’s shell illuminates to help ease children’s fear of the dark. This interactive and educational toy includes eight actual constellations (such as The Big Dipper) embedded in the star pattern. Parents can sit with their children and identify these major constellations using the wonderfully illustrated Twilight Turtle Star Guide. Twilight Turtle helps make bedtime fun for children of all ages.

Twilight Turtle Features:

• Full night sky projection on ceiling and walls
• Three color options: Bright Blue, Bright Green and Soft Amber
• 8 different constellations
• Shell illuminates for a calming effect
• Auto shut-off – 45 minute sleep timer
• Star Guide to help identify constellations
• Twilight Turtle story and adoption certificate
• 3 AAA batteries included
• Ideal for ages 2 to adult

PRE-ORDER for April delivery.