liliputians NYC blog

There was a great surprise in my inbox this morning. I received an email that my Indie Designer Interview (that I had completed some time ago for blogger/writer/designer Mallory Whitfield) was posted on the Styledash web site today. I am really thrilled to be included on this site and in this ongoing series. I too find it so interesting to see what makes other creative types tick.

Monday was Lily’s birthday. She is now 4 years old and according to her is all grown up and can do everything herself. The birthday party over the weekend was as perfect as was her special day. She chose the party venue (an indoor carnival, theme park type place), the flavors of the cupcakes she took to school yesterday (strawberry with chocolate frosting and chocolate with strawberry frosting - both with lots of sprinkles) and even helped design her 2 special new birthday outfits by helping choose the fabrics, trims and styles.

To her birthday party, Lily wore her special liliputians birthday outfit, Cupcake Dots & Ice Cream Ruffles (she dictated the pink and brown color combo and requested ruffles), a pair of matching birthday barrettes (something no birthday girl should be without), her new necklace (just like mamas) and a BIG smile. Lily had the time of her life (as did her daddy and I watching her). There were bumper cars, a ball pit, a roller coaster and other kiddie rides, an arcade with generous tickets being spit from the games, and 12 of her classmates and friends from school and dance class. She’s right . . . it was the best day ever!

Lily wore another special new outfit, Birthday Cakes & Princess Stripes, to school on her birthday on Monday. In keeping with the princess theme, she even had a special Pink Cupcake Crown (made exclusively for liliputians by Cakies). She had liked the pants set from the princessy fabric and requested a skirt made from it. I was glad to accommodate as well as accompany the birthday girl to class with my trusty cupcake carrier filled to the brim with freshly baked treats. My only regret is having baked too many cupcakes so many were left over at home to taunt me and test my willpower!

Another sweet birthday dress has been cooked up in the liliputians kitchen! This decadent dress is made of two fun fabrics; a pastel print of petite fours and light blue and white polka dots. Woven heirloom ribbon at the ruffled neckline and sleeves and the empire waist make it extra special. Oh and did I mention how the bottom of the dress is a true full circle skirt? It makes for the ultimate twirl for your little girly-girl birthday girl. Our twirl tester checked it out and gave it two thumbs up. And don’t forget the coordinating skirt set perfect for little or big sister.

We LOVE birthdays here at liliputians, although this statement should be pretty obvious with our line of birthday outfits for girls & boys, birthday dresses, girls & boys birthday shirts, birthday barrettes, birthday invitations (yes, we now carry Monkey Tails most amazing birthday invitations and thank you cards made to match some popular liliputians designs) and even birthday jewelry and birthday party favors and gifts (like the fun play food cupcakes & other goodies by Child’s Play Crochet and cupcake purses by Patti Burgess).

But I digress, what we LOVE the most here at liliputians is happy birthday boys and girls in their special liliputians designs. Our week was brightened by a 3-year old birthday girl who looked so cute on her big day. We hope it was a VERY happy occasion!

Hide your cupcakes because the birthday monster is here! It’s ok though as the monster motif shirt isn’t at all scary (unless you’re spooked of candles being blown out in a single breath and missing cake and ice cream!). This whimsical, appliqued guy has a big smiling face, button eyes (securely fastened of course) and outstretched hands complete with a cupcake decorated with the number of candles of the birthday child.

If sweeter shirts are more what you had in mind for the birthday boy, check out the Funky Stripe Birthday Cupcake Shirt. This yummy shirt will be made with your little one’s Birthday Number and the same number of appliqued cupcakes. Shirt is a relaxed fit style (in white, light blue or brown) with a retro styled number made from a funky print striped fabric with fancy decorative brown top stitching. The cupcakes will come with chocolate colored/flavored icing with yummy sprinkles on top.

We’re totally cuckoo for frilly, fluffy, flouncy frou-frou and Tootsie’s Tutus appeals to our inner need for girly-girl goodness (too bad they’re just in little girl sizes!). Liliputians is thrilled to be offering these gorgeous tutus in our boutique.

Made for liliputians by indie label Tootsie’s Tutus (made in the USA too!), designer Holly Thomas makes her magical creations with yard upon yards of soft tulle in virtually all shades of the rainbow. The end result is a tutu that is perfect for making any outfit extra special and any girl as special as a princess!

Tutus are perfect for photos, birthdays, parties, flower girls, dress up, play, dance, holidays, costumes, and every day really! Have your little girl pair one with a liliputians birthday shirt to make the party even more enchanted. A few suggestions are the Birthday Cupcakes & Dots in Pink & Brown Shirt with the Cupcake Tutu in Pink & Brown or the Birthday Tutu with the Birthday Cupcakes & Dots Shirt or the Hula Girl Shirt with the Hot Pink Daisy Tutu. The possibilities are really pretty endless . . .

Picnic time for teddy bears, the little teddy bears are having a lovely time today. Watch them, catch them unawares, and see them picnic on their holiday . . .

Teddy Bear Picnic is one of my favorite childhood songs and the inspiration for the newest liliputians birthday dress. Bring some beary cute style to your little one’s big day (and well beyond) with this retro birthday party dress. Teddy bears, polka dots, pastel ribbon and lots of ric rac make it extra special. Dress is a full circle skirt for the ultimate twirl.

And don’t forget the beary cute barrettes, Brown Bears on Pink, or the custom polka dot name bloomers to complete the ensemble!

Yummy yummy in our pretend tummies. Handcrafted play food from Child’s Play Crochet is here and being served up in the liliputians boutique. Handmade in the USA (by a talented Mama/artist in green Vermont to be exact), these unique designs are whimsical, realistic, durable, washable and just plain FUN! This realistic crocheted food makes for great play time, a welcome addition to any preschool and kindergarten classrooms, unique party favors, birthday gifts, room decor or just something fun because it’s Tuesday!

So what’s on the menu? There’s something for all little appetites from a healthy lunch of a pbj sandwich and strawberries, a crunchy snack of crudité to a splurge of a cheeseburger with French fries or a fun pizza in your choice of toppings. Our favorite is the bacon and eggs.

And of course, everyone wants to save room for those yummy desserts like chocolate chip or sugar cookies, chocolate dipped strawberries, muffins (in chocolate chip, blueberry or cranberry flavors), and mini and jumbo cupcakes complete with sprinkles (choose from chocolate or vanilla cakes with chocolate, vanilla or strawberry frosting). The cupcakes can be purchased individually or even as a set of 6 complete with mini muffin tin. Mmmmmmm . . . deliciously perfect goodness that’s hard to just stop at one. But go ahead, because these sweet treats are calorie free!

Starlooks Boutique is a newish mom-and-pop-run online store (with personal mom-and-pop customer service too) that offers a fun mix of clothing, toys, jewelry, unique gifts, and other cool finds for parents. One such example is Rock Star Baby’s line of organic beauty products (for baby and big people too) that contain no harmful parabens, laureth sulfates, phthalates/fragrance, chemicals/propylene glycol, or dyes that are usually found in most baby products - just natural ingredients. Starlooks focuses on Made in America products with some great classics such as Holgate wooden toys. My favorite is the Mr. Roger’s Trolley . . . almost wants to make me break out in song “Won’t you be my neighbor!”

Starlooks is also the newest retailer of liliputians birthday outfits and everyday-wear clothing for girls and boys. The owners of Starlooks have a great eye for unique kids apparel and goods (I mean, they DO offer liliputians, right?!?). They are parents to FIVE kids so they have truly become experts in this area! Although the Starlooks Boutique is already up and running with items being added daily, a BIG grand opening is in the works. Check back & we’ll keep you posted.

Handcrafted, unique, heirloom quality sterling silver jewelry from Shelly Assody is here! Shelly Assody is a renowned jewelry designer is Israel and is becoming increasingly well known around the world (that is among celebrities and women “in the know”). Her designs are made from high quality silver and are fine pieces of jewelry that can be worn every day.

Liliputians is thrilled to be the newest retailer of Shelly’s custom designs. After receiving one of her bracelets as a gift from dear friends, I was hooked. I’ve since had to buy myself a necklace to match as well as one for my daughter so she can be like Mama.

The quality of the piece is immediately apparent as all jump rings, clasps and other tiny pieces are securely soldered (something that isn’t the case with most necklaces as my jewelry box of broken chains will attest to). Then there are the hand-molded and hand-cast charms that are integrated into the chain itself. These charms are so detailed with all their stamping and engraving. They can even be personalized, such as my necklace which has a girl charm engraved with my daughter Lily’s name. Add several of the boys and girls for an amazing gift for Grandma.

Shelly Assody jewelry is the ultimate gift for Mother’s Day . . . or a just-because gift. But I warn you, you may have a problem buying just one piece. Wait until you get it and you’ll see what I mean. Her creations are truly wearable works of art. I know I’m now coveting the antiqued signet ring!