Small Potatoes Blog

A Cool Contest from Cool Canucks

2011-04-02T20:03:00.000-07:00

Want to win a Nursing Cover? Pop over to Cool Canucks to enter for your chance to win a Nursing Cover in the fabric of your choice. (And read Heather’s awesome review of Small Potatoes).

Groove is in the 3>

2011-02-23T08:24:00.000-08:00

Small Potatoes was featured in The Family Groove Spring Shopping Guide. Read the great review and get a coupon code.

Help Wanted!

2010-10-17T18:54:00.000-07:00

I am looking for help at the Winnipeg Signatures Craft Show Nov 18-23, which is located at the Winnipeg Convention Centre. A background in retail sales would be appreciated, but is not necessary as long as you love Small Potatoes products and can help show customers why they are so fantastic and why they'd make excellent gifts.

This craft show is extremely popular and busy throughout the day. I'm looking for someone who is enthusiastic and reliable.

If you are interested, please contact me immediately, holly@small-potatoes.ca

30% of all Nursing Cover Sales to Aid in the Fight Against Breast Cancer

2010-09-30T20:49:00.000-07:00

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. To aid in the fight against this horrible disease, I am donating 30% of the sales from all Nursing Covers to the Canadian Cancer Society this month. So if you’ve been thinking about getting a Nursing Cover, now’s the time to do it. Do you know anyone who’s expecting? This amazing product makes a wonderful baby shower gift. For more information or to donate online, click here.

What do you do when life hands you apples?

2010-09-07T22:01:00.000-07:00

For the harvest-chic baby, just in time for fall, a fabulous new mod apple fabric called "Bite Me". Go ahead, take a nibble.

"Back to Drool" Sale

2010-08-25T11:39:00.000-07:00

I’m having a “Back to Drool” sale. All bibs and burp cloths are 30% off till September 5th. Time to stock up!

Winnipeg Folk Festival

2010-07-09T08:37:00.000-07:00

It's time once again for awesome world-acclaimed music, whales tails and mosquitoes, yes, the Winnipeg Folk Festival is on now till Sunday. Small Potatoes has set up shop for the next three days at the Handmade Village. There are lots of dresses, hats, limited edition guitar t-shirts (which sold out very early last time) bibs, nursing covers, Binky and Drinky Leashes, barrettes, blankies, and more fun stuff. Come check out all the new summery fabrics and say hi (and bring me one of those freshly squeezed lemonades!)

The new site is up! The new site is up!

2010-05-25T20:36:00.001-07:00

It's been a loooooooong time coming, but finally, my new website is up! Phew, there have been many a late night, many a blue word, and many a fist pounding on my keyboard (okay, really just one fist that did lots of pounding), but it's up and I'm really quite happy with it.

I hope that you will enjoy all the new features:

• Product Catalogue Individual product listings with larger fabric swatches or product photos.
• Photography Adorable new faces for you to oooh and aaah over.
• Fabrics and Ribbons Scrumptious new designs for boys, girls and “not sure yets”.
• Gift Certificates Finally, due to popular demand.
• Permanent Cart Any products added to your online cart remain there until you remove them, or check them out.
• Address Book We can now deliver your products to another address other than yours! This is perfect to send birthday gifts direct to the birthday-person themselves.
• Gift Enclosures Free, for when you want to have an order shipped directly to another recipient.
• Order History View your history of purchases that you have made with us.
• Products Reviews We love your feedback! Share your opinions on products with our other customers.
• No Shipping If you live in the Winnipeg area, you can now use the coupon code, NO SHIPPING if you would prefer to pick your order up.

And hey, just 'cause you're reading this, I'm a gonna give you a secret coupon code because you rock and you roll for supporting me through all this. Use the coupon code YOU ROCK for a 15% discount off your next purchase.

Thanks everyone!

The to-do list has gotten a little smaller

2010-04-07T12:12:00.000-07:00

My last post was what seemed like an infinite to-do list. I'm very happy to say I've checked a few things off the list. Thank you to everyone for bearing with me while I try to get myself organized. I can't wait to share the new website (with tons of new adorable photography by Ian McCausland) with everyone once it's done. Hopefully in the next few weeks. Stay tuned!

My sister loves me

2010-03-10T08:30:00.000-08:00

Because my awesome sister loves me and is one of my "unofficial" (read: unpaid) partners in this crazy business, she reminded me that I'm way overdue in posting something on my blog. There's a lot of stuff going on "behind the scenes" right now, which is why I haven't had time to post anything. So here is my to-do list so you know what I'm up to and what you can look forward to in the coming days/weeks...

set up a photo contest to scout baby models for photo shoot in April
determine and sew products for babies to wear at the photo shoot
cut, sew, package and ship incoming online orders
cut, sew, package and ship incoming store orders
add the amazing new fabrics that I have for Spring to website
rebuild website to a new content managed system (with my brother’s help) so I can offer coupon promotions and better shopping cart service
do my taxes (personal and business)
organize my sewing room so I can move around in there
send out new Spring line sheet to retailers
accounting (boo!)
work 7.25 hours at my day-job
don't forget to be a good mom and wife
get to bed before midnight

Thanks Paige!

Win a "Leash Pack" on Cool Canucks blog

2010-01-30T19:39:00.001-08:00

There's a free set of Binky, Drinky and Mitten Leashes up for grabs on coolcanucks.ca Get em while they're hot!

Happy New Year!

2009-12-30T13:32:00.000-08:00

Wow, did you see that year wizz by at break-neck speed? I can't believe it's already time to start screwing up the date when writing cheques again. I just wanted to send a shout out to all the Small Potatoes lovers out there who have helped to make 2009 the best year ever. Well, I wish you all a wonderful, safe New Year, hope you are able to spend it with friends and family. I'm looking forward to starting a fresh new year with some new products and some amazing new fabrics that I am so excited to share with you. Happy New Year!

Small Potatoes First Ever Cyber Monday Sale is on NOW!

2009-11-30T07:39:00.000-08:00

Operators are standing by now ready to take your order.

The Monday after American Thanksgiving, called Cyber Monday, has quickly become a great tradition with amazing sales found all over the web. This year, Small Potatoes is hosting its First Ever Cyber Monday Sale. Fantastic deals on EVERY item in the store. Stock up ...now for Christmas, it's just 26 days away! Today only!

2009-11-25T09:33:00.000-08:00

The Signatures Show Craft Sale was fantastic! Thanks to all who came out! The non-stop Christmas music and the smell of home made fudge sure put me in the mood for the holidays. What else is new? I have added 2 fabulous new fabrics called Traffic Jam and Odyssea Calypso to my collection. Poke around the Shop section of my site to see their splendour. Also, due to popular demand, Small Potatoes Slings are now available in the same great soft cottons that my other products come in. Take a peek, you will love being able to match your Diaper Clutch to your Sling! Trés chic!

Give the gift of privacy

2009-11-12T08:34:00.000-08:00

Breastfeeding is the best gift a mother can give her baby, but what to give a nursing mom? The perfect gift for her is a Small Potatoes Nursing Cover. On sale now at $10 off until the end of November. Shop now for best fabric selection!

Craft it up!

2009-10-21T10:26:00.000-07:00

Small Potatoes Small Potatoes will be at Scattered Seeds this weekend, Winnipeg's first big Christmas Craft sale of the season at Assiniboia Downs. Come find me at booth #212, on the main floor, right by the super yummy fudge, I believe.

New burp cloths!

2009-10-07T22:22:00.000-07:00

There are nine fabulous new fabrics available for Small Potatoes Burp Cloths. Check 'em out!

Featured in Western Living

2009-10-06T21:59:00.001-07:00

Small Potatoes is featured in this month's Western Living magazine. Check it out!

New fabric preview poll!

2009-08-30T20:12:00.000-07:00

After countless hours searching for the hottest new fabrics to add to my collection, I've come up with some amazing treats for the senses. Visit my Facebook page to view and comment. I'd love to know what you think. I'll be placing orders shortly so I want as much feedback (good or bad) as possible.

Barefoot Mommies Review

2009-08-27T18:33:00.000-07:00

Small Potatoes review on Barefoot Mommies blog.

Here's an excerpt of the nice things Krissy had to say about Small Potatoes dresses...

We received a 3T but the great thing about this is that Kyria is in a 3T and my daughter Nevaeh is in a size 5. Nevaeh is little enough to where she can wear this dress as well and it still looks wonderful on her. I match it with a pair of white tights and some brown boots and she is set to go! She loves the outfit. Only bad part is, when Kyria see’s her wearing it she throws and ABSOLUTE FIT! This dress is now Kyria’s favorite and it’s like you have to peel it off of her because she refuses to take it off!

This dress is beautifully hand made, the stitching is perfect and strong and made to last. If both of my girls can wear it and not have it torn up by now I can 100% recommend the product! Small Potatoes work is just stunning. And the dresses also come in many more fabric choices!

Surf on over to read the rest of the review and enter to win a sun dress for your little cutie pie.

Elephant Shoe

2009-08-22T12:36:00.000-07:00

Elephant Shoe is having a massive going-out-of-business sale. Small Potatoes bibs are half price! Binky Leashes only $4.

This ain't your baby's pin cushion.

2009-08-20T06:57:00.000-07:00

This is a a little random, but I'm so proud of my newly re-covered pin cushion that I just had to share it with the world. I used a scrap of Poppy Dot Navy fabric to re-cover my eyesore of a pin cushion. I'm so in love with it.

We have a winner!

2009-07-27T21:00:00.001-07:00

Congratulations to Josie Scorsis! She won her whole Small Potatoes order FREE! Thanks to all 500 customers who made the contest possible!

Free Small Potatoes stuff!

2009-07-25T12:38:00.000-07:00

Pssst! Small Potatoes is about to roll over the invoice-o-meter to #500. Whoever places order #500 will win their whole order for free. Order now to take advantage of this great promotion. The winner's name will be posted in the next few days.

Summer Sling Clearance Sale!

2009-06-23T09:03:00.000-07:00

It's officially summer! Time to get out and enjoy the warm weather. To help you get the most out of summer fun, Small Potatoes is blowing out all our Baby Slings at 40% off! An amazing deal considering you'll get the use of your arms back! And you'll be able to go where no stroller has gone before. (And look fabulous at the same time!) Quantities are limited, so don't delay! http://small-potatoes.ca/shop-slings.html

Happy Father's Day!

2009-06-21T21:55:00.000-07:00

Happy Father's day to all the dads out there! Hope you got to enjoy a fabulous day and were treated like a king.

It's a jungle out there!

2009-06-11T19:03:00.000-07:00

Mod Zoo Blue fabric is available on Small Potatoes again! Hats, blankies, changing pods, drinky leashes, pants and bibs for your little guy.

Small Potatoes Dress Giveaway!

2009-05-21T11:19:00.000-07:00

Small Potatoes is offering one reader a dress in their choice of print. To enter visit Small Potatoes and pick out your fabric. Come back here and leave your choice in a comment.

For more entries do any or all of the following leaving a separate comment for each entry:
* Subscribe by email to Small Potatoes or follow this blog
* Blog about this giveaway with a link back
* Twitter about this giveaway with a link back ( can do this once a day)
* Email a friend about this giveaway with a link be sure to CC me.

Giveaway open to Canadian and US residents, ends 5/30 at midnight. Winner will have 3 days to respond or a new winner will be chosen. Email must be in comment or available in profile.

THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED.

Free Dress!

2009-05-21T06:56:00.001-07:00

There's a Small Potatoes Dress giveaway on now at Thrifty & Chic Mom. Click here to read the fantastic review and to enter to win!

Mother of the Year

2009-05-18T09:32:00.000-07:00

I didn't even know that I was nominated, but thanks for the award, Nicole!

Changing Pod Giveaway

2009-05-18T07:27:00.000-07:00

There's a Small Potatoes Changing Pod review and giveaway on now at Fabulous Fun Finds. Click here to enter.

Tiny Tot Company

2009-05-15T08:01:00.000-07:00

Small Potatoes is now available at a brand spankin' new online store, The Tiny Tot Company. Based out of Montreal, this new store has an amazing selection of products, many of them made in Canada. Click here to view the site.

Thank you fabric gods!

2009-05-14T14:53:00.000-07:00

It's been a bit touch and go there for all the moms of boys out there. Mod Zoo Blue, my most popular boys' fabric has been out of stock for a while. Everyone has been walking on egg shells as we patiently awaited news from the manufacturer to hear if it would be reprinted. I guess the stars aligned and alas, it has been reprinted, and will once again grace the pages of my online store. Shipping ETA is still TBD, but it won't be long now! Just in time for summer hats, pants and Drinky Leashes (a must for stroller season!).

2009-05-10T12:10:00.000-07:00

Other than this post, and making sure my children are fed, I'm not doing any work today. To all the mothers and mothers-to-be... I hope you're being spoiled rotten today and enjoying this special day!

Thhp, tthpp, thhp (that's the sound of a baby with a soother)

2009-05-05T07:35:00.000-07:00

So, I have three things that I covet, and to some degree, horde. Pretty fabric, pretty paper and pretty ribbons. As a graphic designer I used to squirrel away beautiful paper samples on the shelves of my office. I still have piles of beautiful paper, but no time to do anything really exciting with it (I haven't yet started my second born's baby scrapbook and she's two and a half).

Before I started Small Potatoes I had piles and boxes full of fabric and ribbons, and other than the occasional outfit or gift for my nieces, I didn't do much with it. Now that I have this wonderful little company, I have a legitimate reason to shop for fabric and ribbons. Sometimes I get carried away because I just love all the beautiful colours, designs and textures. Well, in tidying up my studio this weekend, I realized that I have A LOT of ribbon (not to mention fabric, but that's for another post). So I decided to have a Binky Leash sale. Binky Leashes are possibly my most popular product - hey, they're cheap and extremely functional.

20% off!
5 for the price of 4!
Save $1!
Get 'em while they're hot!
(did I mention I worked in advertising?)

Rock the vote! (or crawl, scoot or roll it)

2009-04-30T18:32:00.001-07:00

I need your votes! I've entered Small Potatoes into Wee Welcome's Parent Power Contest. This contest is open to Canadian "parentpreneurs" featured on this fabulous portal website for new parents. The grand prize includes $20,000 in advertising, which I could definitely use! Let's just say that if I could, I'd be out there handing out Small Potatoes lapel pins and kissing babies. Please take a moment and stroll on over to their site and vote for me here. Thanks!

This message approved by Holly Clarke, owner Small Potatoes.

2009-04-17T09:30:00.001-07:00

Small Potatoes is now available at Dwell Boutique, a contemporary furniture/home decor and interior design shop in downtown Kingston. Dwell offers a full range of baby decor and accessories.

Just the Facts Baby!

2009-04-17T08:11:00.000-07:00

Compiled by professional journalists, Nancy Ripton and Sydney Loney, Just the Facts, Baby is a fabulous resource for new moms. This site is updated weekly with eco-friendly information on pregnancy, parenting and mom and baby health.

For moms who need those facts fast, Just the Facts, Baby provides 30-second quick hits–they’re literally “just the facts.” These are followed by more detailed articles, with topics ranging from fitness and nutrition to mom and baby health.

The fabulous ladies at Just the Facts are currently giving away a Small Potatoes Nursing Cover in one of our most popular fabrics, Pod Posey. To enter, sign up to receive their newsletter or email them a tip or Q&A question.

Contest ends April 26th.

My Mom's View

2009-04-08T00:02:00.000-07:00

Lynette at My Mom's View wrote the sweetest review of some of my products. Wow, I was really touched by her heart-felt comments. And the beautiful photo she had taken of her little girl in a Small Potatoes dress and hat just made me smile.

Read the review and enter to win here.

Where did March go?

2009-04-03T06:58:00.000-07:00

Wow, I can't believe we're into April already! Where did the last month go? I thought this time of year was supposed to drag on forever. Well, I just wanted to let you know that with the success of the past two month's sales, I have decided to put a different item on sale each month. April's item-of-the-month is Changing Pods. They're round. They're soft. They're washable. They're super-duper cute and stylish. And they're on sale. What more could you ask for in a change pad?

Her Organized Chaos

2009-03-15T21:09:00.000-07:00

Along with a fabulous review of my hats, there's a give-away at My Organized Chaos... one lucky winner will receive a Small Potatoes hat. Read and enter to win here.

Feisty, Frugal and Fabulous!

2009-03-12T14:44:00.001-07:00

Pssst! There's a contest on now to win a Small Potatoes Diaper Clutch. Read a fabulous review and enter to win here.

Warm and cozy on sale now!

2009-03-02T18:26:00.001-08:00

How retail is that title??? But if it's as cold where you live as where I live, I bet you could still do with a little extra cozy at this time of year. Makes you wonder if it is EVER going to warm up. Well, move over Snuggy, in honour of the bitter Canadian wind chill factor, I've made our super stylish, super fun and most of all super warm Lap Blankies on sale till the end of March.

Putting a face to the name...

2009-02-20T14:52:00.000-08:00

Wow, I managed to find a photo of me to put on my profile! Most of our family photos consist of the kids doing cute things.

In other "face" news, and under the heading of "holy cow, where did I find time to do this???", I finally joined the millenium and created a Facebook page for Small Potatoes. On it you will find a bunch of photos as well as a plethora of new fabrics I'm considering adding to my spring/summer line. Please let me know what you think - I'm looking for customer input as much as possible. I'd buy it all but I'm a chronic fabric-oholic, and I know that as with any addiction, moderation is key. Please come check it out. Become a fan. Tell a friend. Share the love!

Also, I just became a fan of The Baby Bin Boutique's Facebook page. You should too!

By the way, is anyone else out there impressed with the fact that I managed two posts in two days?

Winnipeg Baby & Kids Show

2009-02-19T21:34:00.001-08:00

Thanks to all those who came out to support Small Potatoes at the 2009 Winnipeg Baby & Kids Show. It was great to see you all and to meet some new faces (and some VERY new faces).

Splurge and Must Have Items

2009-02-10T08:59:00.000-08:00

We made the top 10! Peek-a-Boo Baby Planners, out of Ottawa, has just posted their Top Ten Splurge and Must Have lists. Small Potatoes Changing Pods and Binky Leashes made it to the lists. Read more about it here.

Hats (20%) Off!

2009-01-27T09:02:00.000-08:00

Cold enough for ya? Just in time for those warm winter get-aways, Small Potatoes is having a sun hat sale! Where else are you going to get super fun, and stylish hats at this time of year? Sale is on till February 28, 2009. Please allow two weeks for manufacturing plus 3-10 business days for delivery depending on your location. If you need it sooner, please email me.

Small Potatoes Glimpse Giveaway!

2009-01-26T20:07:00.000-08:00

Head on over to Glimpse for a great review of Small Potatoes. Glimpse is a fabulous blog bringing you reviews of amazing Canadian-made baby products that you may not know exist. Written by two moms, this site offers great insight into many different products.

Happy New Year

2009-01-02T12:58:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year everyone! I'd like to wish you all a prosperous year full of baby's amazing milestones, heart-warming uncontrolled laughter and many memory cards full of "keeper" photos. A heart-felt thank you goes out to everyone who helped make 2008 a truly sucessful year for Small Potatoes. Here's to another great year!!!

Here's a photo of one of my little tots in her "custom" tree trimming party outfit.

By the way, I'd love to see your little tots enjoying their Small Potatoes Christmas gifts. If you have any photos you'd like to share on our gallery, email me.

From Steinbach to Singapore...

2008-12-29T08:33:00.000-08:00

My list of retailers is growing. I'm happy to announce that you can now shop for Small Potatoes gear in Steinbach, Manitoba at Young and Trendy located in Clearspring Centre. The much-loved store also includes a photo studio and a range of clothing for children of all ages.

And adding to my list of international retailers, an online shop in Singapore called Little Olive Tree will soon be opening their doors.

Green Design

2008-12-18T19:51:00.000-08:00

Botanical Paperworks hired me to design some birth announcement cards and wedding invitations.

Each of these unique announcements and invitations are printed on handmade, plantable seed paper. This special paper, called Garden Greetings and available exclusively from Botanical PaperWorks, grows wildflowers when the paper is planted. Simply put the seed paper in a pot of soil and the wildflower seeds will germinate and grow into beautiful plants.

Click here to see more birth announcements and wedding invitations.

National Exposure

2008-11-13T13:38:00.000-08:00

Was I ever surprised to see one of my bibs (my favourite, to be honest) featured in the recent "Moms & Tots" section of Glow Magazine's Holiday Gift Guide, courtesy of Leah at Elephant Shoe. So cool!

Calling all Canadian Shoppers

2008-11-07T08:58:00.000-08:00

I just found out that Small Potatoes has been listed on a Truly Canadian Made website. It is a cross-Canada arts site for Canadian-made products, to help frustrated on-line shoppers. Check it out here.

Baby Bin Boutique Night

2008-10-22T10:27:00.000-07:00

I just wanted to start of by sending out an enormous thank-you to all of you who were able to come out and support Small Potatoes at Scattered Seeds this weekend. You helped to make it one of my most successful events ever!

Also, I want to remind you about tonight's event at the Baby Bin Boutique. I hope you can make it, it should be a fun evening out!

Come join me and the incredible staff at the Baby Bin Boutique for an evening of exciting new products, baby wearing demonstrations, refreshments, and instore specials!

When: Wednesday October 22nd @ 7pm-9pm.
Where: 1444 Corydon Avenue

To RSVP, please call the Baby Bin at 487-4687, or email jenn@babybin.ca if you plan on joining us for a night of fun! Space is limited, so sign up today!

See you there!

It's the most wonderful time of the year (almost!)

2008-10-01T08:55:00.000-07:00

Looking for something unique and handmade? If you like to get in the holiday spirit early, Small Potatoes is going to be at Winnipeg's two largest Christmas craft sales. Come check us out!

Scattered Seeds Christmas Craft Show and Sale - booth 323
October 16-19, 2008, Assiniboia Downs click here for details
Winnipeg Signatures Christmas Show
November 20 - 23, Winnipeg Convention Centre click here for details

Harvest time at Small Potatoes

2008-09-19T13:03:00.000-07:00

Though the flowers are still blooming it is officially starting to feel like Fall. It was a very busy summer for Small Potatoes, so busy in fact that I haven't posted in quite some time.

What's new you ask? Well, for starters, I'm really excited to announce some gorgeous new fabrics that I think you'll love. Fun florals and little birdies make these new fabrics extra fun for little ones. Available in most products.

Also, just in time for the cold weather season, I'm thrilled to announce a brand new must-have product for babies and big kids of all ages, the Small Potatoes Mitten Leashes. Available in the same great ribbons you love on our Binky Leashes, these little straps will keep your child's mittens where they should be - within reach! Retailing at just $10 for a pair, get yours now before the weather outside turns frightful. Shipping October 1st.

Black is the new black

2008-08-28T14:28:00.000-07:00

Small Potatoes now offers solid black slings. Since these pouch style baby slings are reversible, you have your choice of colours for the reverse side. Choose from the following trendy fashion colours:

Click here for more details about Small Potatoes slings.

Mei Tais have arrived!

2008-08-11T08:34:00.000-07:00

I'm pleased to announce the new Small Potatoes Mei Tai Baby Carriers.

What's a Mei Tai?
A ”Mei tai” (pronounced “may tie”) is a traditional Asian-style baby carrier with roots that stretch back hundreds of years. Mothers would tie their babies onto their bodies with a square or rectangle-shaped fabric with straps on all four corners.

The Small Potatoes Mei Tai Baby Carrier carries on that tradition with updated features such as padded straps and body, which offer supreme comfort, and modern fabric prints to show off your tasteful sense of style.

There are a variety of ways to wear your baby with a Mei Tai and with every Small Potatoes Mei Tai you will receive an instruction booklet which shows a few of the different "carries".

These premium baby carriers are being introduced exclusively at The Baby Bin Boutique in Winnipeg. The Baby Bin is carrying eight different fabrics, with more coming next month. Please try one on today, the lovely ladies at the Baby Bin will be happy to help you find one that's right for you.

Mei Tais will be officially launched on the Small Potatoes online shop this fall.

Super nice Zonnehoedjes!

2008-07-29T11:17:00.000-07:00

Small Potatoes goes international! The brilliant children's shop Family Affair in Leuven, Belgium is now selling my hats. Check out their site for a peek at their amazing products. To see the poorly Google-translated version of their blog and see what they say about the hats (July 11), click here.

Sun dresses

2008-07-15T20:20:00.000-07:00

I received some absolutely adorable photos and wonderful compliments from the mother of these two little sweet hearts. I posted a photo on my gallery but thought the other photos were too good to keep to myself. I thought I'd share her comments too:

Thanks for the cute little dresses. As soon as the girls saw them, there was no question, they had to wear them today. Laney said "Um, I think I need to wear this dress for five days please". They look really cute. We were out and about today and we got lots of comments on them.
Thanks again!

All fested out!

2008-07-14T19:09:00.000-07:00

Well, the Winnipeg Folk Festival was a great success! Well, most of it was. (Let's not talk about the rain ALL DAY on Saturday. Or the gale force wind. Ahem.) Sunday was absolutely beautiful and I must thank everyone who came out with a big smile on your face. You really can't find a more friendly crowd of people. Besides all the wonderful customers, both new and old, that I met at the weekend long event, the highlights for me were 1) the woman who complimented my products by calling them "not hideously hippy-ish like the rest of the stuff for sale here" and 2) the 3-year-old who walked by humming the theme song of Star Wars into a kazoo. Oh, and 3) the amazing Common Ground wraps and Taste of Sri Lanka rotis. Unfortunately I didn't get to enjoy any of the music but I heard wonderful things from many sources. Thanks again everyone, I'll see you there next year!

Get your Folk on!

2008-07-10T07:51:00.000-07:00

I'm hanging the "gone folking" sign on the Small Potatoes door for a few days while I am out at Birds Hill Park for the 35th annual Winnipeg Folk Festival. As anyone who's been to the festival knows, it's a unique festival with amazing music and good times.

I will be setting up shop in the festival's Handmade Village as part of a collection of about 50 artisans from Manitoba and across Canada, who sell their creations including: clothing, ceramics, jewellery and woodworking.

Come out on to hear the fabulous music, taste the food (mmm... whales tails!) and come say "hi" to me in booth #38.

Please cross your fingers for good weather!

For tickets and info, visit http://www.winnipegfolkfestival.ca
And for a list of other artisans in the Handmade Village, visit http://www.winnipegfolkfestival.ca/wp/festival/hand-made-village/

Do you buy Canadian?

2008-06-25T10:10:00.001-07:00

Join in the fun with other Canadians in the Ultimate "I Buy Canadian" Blog Party. Celebrate Canada Day by sharing stories about why you buy Canadian. There are great prizes to be won including a Penny Lane nursing cover from Small Potatoes.

Sweet Review

2008-06-24T07:00:00.000-07:00

Check out the sweet review from the fabulous folks at sweetmama.ca - a Canadian newsletter for stylish and functional products for moms and babies. Sign up for their free "Sweet Nothing" newsletter for a weekly peek at sweet finds across the country or in your area.

Dad's Day!

2008-06-15T08:56:00.000-07:00

Hitch up that belt, pull your sandals on over your socks and dust off your best "dad jokes", it's your special day! Happy Father's Day to all the daddies out there!

Here comes my baby!

2008-06-11T11:14:00.001-07:00

My website has come to life!

2008-05-13T20:21:00.000-07:00

The eight little superstars who shined for me in front of the camera have brought the Small Potatoes website to life. They model the clothing and accessories like pros! I'm so happy to be able to share their cute little faces with everyone. Now you can tell just how well the burp cloth protect your clothes, how long (and cute!) the dresses are. Oh, and just how versatile the slings are. Not to mention how well they hold a toddler who wants to hang upside down. (Please don't try this at home unless you're a trained professional.) I know that when I am shopping on-line, the more I can tell, up front, about a product the better so I hope you enjoy the new photos too.

Small Potatoes Superstars

2008-05-06T11:36:00.000-07:00

Last week I had the most fun photoshoot ever! Eight beautiful babies all wonderfully (yet surprisingly) happy, showing off their stuff in front of Ian McCausland's camera. I couldn't have been more thrilled with all the young talent. Though it was a bit chaotic, there were no divas here, everyone seemed to be in a good mood and ready for their close-ups! Ian's brilliant photos will be used in upcoming Small Potatoes marketing material but you can see a sneak peek at some of the behind-the-scenes shots here.

Scattered Seeds

2008-05-05T08:36:00.001-07:00

Making my debut at Scattered Seeds this spring, I was thrilled to be able to introduce my line of Small Potatoes products to many new faces. Held at Assiniboia Downs in April, this large-scale craft and art show was an ideal setting for showcasing my handmade baby products. Some of my favourite vendors at this show were my booth-mate, Dudes by Bebot, Bisou Bath & Body, Sienna Canvas Paintings, St. James Rubber Stamps, Stellar Designs Jewelry, Michaud Toys, and the guy who sells the most amazing chip dip. Here are some pics of my booth at the show.

Thanks for taking the photos, Mariver!