by Sarah on 15. April 2013 in As Seen In | Our Products | Trends
We’d like to share with you a few of the places Oilo has been featured during the first few months of 2013! Take a look at the variety of our products that have popped up in some of our favorite places!
:: The Simple Moms- January 2013
Here’s some of what they had to say…
“To say this product is awesome is an understatement. A better statement would be something like, “this product rocks my stinkin’ socks off! There…that’s better. I think this product is so awesome because of the personal simplification on my life that I see it has.”
“That on top is a thick, quilted top, so it doesn’t allow the messes to soak on through…Purchase a set, then a replacement topper and you are good to go! No need for anything else!”
Read their entire review here.
:: Baby Elan- January 2013
See their complete list of Big Boy Room Must-Haves here.
:: RetailMeNot.com- February 2013
Read the other 13 essentials here.
:: Kids Today- February 2013
"I love using a decorative or accent pillow on the glider," says Nursery Couture designer Katy Mimari. "If you personalize it, it brings a design aspect with it, and for practical use, it's perfect to rest your arm on while rocking that sweet baby."
Check out this article in it's entirety here.
:: Parenting Magazine- March 2013
:: Season Magazine- Spring Issue
:: BC Home and Garden Magazine- April 2013
:: The Review Connection- April 2013
Oilo Spotlight, Featuring Oilo’s Modern Berries Play Blanket
Read a spotlight on Oilo’s founder Annalisa Thomas here.
“…it is the perfect blanket to keep at home or take on the go to ensure your baby always has a clean, stylish play space wherever they are. Mom and dad can now turn a questionable area of flooring or carpet into a familiar and sanitary play area for their baby.”
by Sarah on 28. March 2013 in Our Favorites | Parenting
We’ve mentioned before how much we love Boon feeding products (see what we had to say about them in our Baby Shower Gifts We Love to Give and Get post here).
We recently caught up on all that Boon has to offer, and we are super excited about their modern take on endless practical innovations! Head here to take a look at their most recent catalog that had us all anxious to try out even more of their products. Such fun ideas for gifts, too!
A few of our current faves….
:: CLUTCH Dishwasher Basket
This handy little product is perfect for bottle parts, sippy cup valves, and all other small items that tend to float around without a home in the dishwasher.
:: MODSTER Sippy Cup
Our heads turned the second we saw the fun colors and monster shapes of these leak resistant sippys.
:: TWIG Drying Rack
We’re loving this perfect compliment to the Grass & Lawn Countertop Racks (which we already adore). Just the place to dry small pieces in style!
:: TRUNK Snack Boxes & STACK Snack Containers
Not only are these super cool looking…they’re also ultra convenient with compartments keeping food divided. Perfect for picnicking or travel, right?
:: PULP Silicone Feeder
How cool is this little gadget that allows babies to self-feed through small holes on their favorite fruits and vegetables? We’re wondering why we didn’t have this with frozen food for our teething babies?!
:: BUBBLES Suction Cup Bath Toys & DIVE TRAP & TRACE Bath Tub Appliques
Truly…we’re fans of all Boon bath toys…but, these are two that our kids have tried and have given the big thumbs up to! Kids love them…AND they don’t absorb water—preventing yucky mold and mildew buildup. Total winners!
Check out the Boon website here!
by Sarah on 13. March 2013 in Our Favorites | Parenting | Pregnancy
We recently found Daily Mom… an online magazine for women. If you haven’t had the privilege of checking out this site…we highly recommend that you head on over!
In their own words, “We are a team of fun loving, web combing, baby wearing moms who saw a need for a website where we could share all the useful tips we come across daily…We are here to educate, laugh with you, and make your lives easier.”
Daily Mom offers resources in the following areas…and more! :
· Pregnancy and Pre-Pregnancy
· Parenting
· Beauty
· Great Product Finds
· Eco Friendly Suggestions
· Organizational Tips
· Deals and Cheap Finds
· Health and Well Being
Daily Mom has a fabulous newsletter that highlights all of the best posts from the week. You’ll quickly find that their resources are easy to navigate, fun to read, and are incredibly informative!
For a quick sampling of what they have to offer, check out some of our recent faves!
And…
Check out their 50 Days of Giveaways… you have until March 31st to sign up. They’re giving away 50 prizes for 50 days…which means, there’s lots of chances to win!
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Tags: baby, essentials, giveaways, health, home, hospital, pregnancy, products, reviews, tips, toddlers
by Sarah on 29. January 2013 in Design | Our Products
We’re excited that with our newest addition of white lights to our collection, we offer over 70 different lighting options! Not only are our lights a wonderful accent for a nursery, many of our customers are incorporating our lights beyond baby’s room and into their kitchens, living rooms, and other areas of the home.
:: OPTIONS
We offer 3 Main Lighting Options in a variety of Oilo motifs and colors.
Visit our lighting page here to see all of our variations. We are also able to do special orders for varying sizes and with your own fabric. Give us a call for more details!
:: FEATURES
Each light shade is handmade from Oilo’s signature 100% woven fabric.
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A sheet of white encloses each cylinder and diffuses the light…helping to cast a soft glow, and preventing light from glaring in your eyes.
When selecting lighting in your home, it's important to choose one that puts off good light. Our large cylinder lights require three 60 watt bulbs, compared to most lights out there that only use one.
Our lights require hardwiring (professional installation recommended), but we can also swag it so that it can plug right into an outlet. A swag is a great option if you live in an apartment and can’t make holes in the walls.
Our cords extend up to 55”, making it possible to choose the perfect height for ceilings that are low, high, and everything in between. One dramatic lighting option is to hang more than one light in a cluster at different heights. Many customers also enjoy lining up several of our small cylinder lights over a bar or countertop.
Like all Oilo products, our lights are proudly made in the USA!
:: NEW!
We’re happy to introduce our white motif as the newest line in our lighting collection. Simply accented with a thin band in classic Oilo colors, these lights are a perfectly simple accent for any room.
Small Cylinder
Large Cylinder
Large Double Cylinder
To celebrate this addition to our family of Oilo lighting, we’re offering our blog readers a special 20% off all of our lights! Enter code: LIGHT20 at checkout!
*Offer ends 2.28.13
by Sarah on 22. January 2013 in As Seen In | Good to Know | Pregnancy
We all know that creating your baby registry can be time consuming and stressful. Until now!
Have you heard about Babylist? BabyList is an online baby registry that works like Pinterest. Now, expectant moms can add items from any store online to one baby registry. What a great idea, right?! Created by an expectant mama who knew exactly what she wanted on her own baby registry, Babylist was born as she found that there wasn’t an online registry that suited all her needs. If you are getting ready for baby, check out Babylist here. Their mission is to make baby registries more personal and less overwhelming. You’ll see quickly just how easy it is to register for anything you’d like from your favorite Oilo products to eco- friendly diaper services!
And… while you’re there, enjoy the other resources they provide. They have a wonderful baby registry checklist, as well as inspiration baby registries to help you get started!
You’ll see the following Oilo products made the list!
:: Sticks Play Blanket- Pewter
"Blankets are a must and this modern design by Oilo is both sophisticated and gender neutral."
See our entire collection of Play Blankets here.
:: Changing Pad Cover and Topper- Stone and Citron
"Extend the look of your crib set with this changing pad cover."
See our entire collection of Changing Pad Covers and Toppers here.
:: Crib Sheets- Stone
"Extend the look of your crib set with this changing pad cover."
See our entire collection of Crib Sheets here.
by Sarah on 18. December 2012 in Our Products
Happy Holidays from all of us at Oilo!
We wish you and your little sprouts the happiest of seasons. May it be full of peace and joy!
by Sarah on 27. November 2012 in As Seen In | Our Favorites | Our Products | Parenting | Trends
We are also excited about the She Knows Parenting Awards because we get the yearly opportunity to see some of the year’s greatest products in parenting. We always have a great time looking through all of the nominees and award winners. We have already fallen in love with a number of products nominated, and are excited to try out many others!
Here are a few products spotlighted in this year’s She Knows Parenting Awards that caught our eye:
:: Booster Seat Category- Mutsy Grow –Up! Booster
“The most stylish seat at the table, Mutsy’s Grow-up! booster seat allows your baby to sit in the average grownup chair safely and comfortably. Grow-up! features a clever five-point harness to ensure your little one is securely fastened. The easy-to-clean, easy-to-transport seat is ideal for babies who can sit unaided and can stay with them until they’re about 4 years old.”
See more about the Mutsy Grow-Up! Booster here.
:: Shower Gifts Category- MAM Personalized Pacifier
“Now you can choose the name, nickname or unique phrase for your little one’s pacifier without compromising safety or comfort. Each MAM Personalized Pacifier has room for up to 20 white letters in two font options. Available in pink, blue or green, you can choose from two sizes, depending on your baby’s age. “
See more about the MAM Personalized Pacifier here.
:: Educational Category- Spark Box Toys
“Spark Box Toys is a subscription service that sends high-quality educational toys to your doorstep. The toys are chosen by educational experts to suit your child’s unique developmental needs, facilitate learning and inspire lifelong curiosity. When you’re done playing, simply send them back for a new box. The best part is, eventually, the toys will end up in the neediest schools around the country.”
See more about Spark Box Toys here.
:: Portable Play Yard Category: BabyBjorn Travel Crib Light 2
“The BabyBjorn Travel Crib Light 2 is easy to take along, only weighing 11 pounds including the carrying case. After a simple setup, the travel crib is ready for use in one simple movement. The sturdy design keeps the travel crib firmly on the floor. The insulated mattress keeps baby warm and comfortable. It can be used for newborns and up until around 3 years old.”
See more about the BabyBjorn Travel Crib Light 2 here.
:: Bathtubs Category: Blooming Bath
“Blooming Bath creates handmade baby bathtubs made from lusciously soft and cuddly materials. These tubs are designed to cradle and cushion your baby in the sink better than plastic tubs and to provide a hassle-free experience to let you bond with your baby at bath time. It comes in four color options and makes a great shower gift.”
See more about Blooming Baths here.
To see our post on the She Knows Parenting Awards for 2011, click here.
by Sarah on 30. October 2012 in As Seen In | Our Products | Trends
:: She Knows Parenting Awards 2012
We are so happy to announce that we have been nominated again this year in the Nursery Must Haves category of the She Knows Parenting Awards 2012. If you haven’t voted for our Cohen Glider yet…there isn’t much time left…cast your vote before October 31st by clicking here.
:: 2012 Red Tricycle Totally Awesome Awards
As we mentioned last month, Red Tricycle is one of our favorite online newsletters! They are currently gathering votes for their Totally Awesome Awards, and we have been nominated in several sections of the Décor Category. Head on over between now and November 30, and cast your vote for Oilo under Bedazzling Bedding, Wonderful Wall Art, and Snuggiest Blankets and Comforters. To vote, visit here.
:: Babytalk October 2012 Issue
Our Modern Berries Play Blanket was included in the Style Guide: Nursery Inspiration piece in Babytalk’s October issue. We love this site and magazine, and as a part of the Parenting network, they do not disappoint with tons of cool stools and featured stories. Check out Babytalk here.
Bump to Baby Gear features stylish products for moms, moms-to-be, and little ones. They have great insights into wonderful products, so we were happy to see that the chose our 3-Piece Organic Layette Sets as one of their favorite baby shower gifts! Read their Baby Shower Gift Guide: Gifts for Your Stylish Friend here.
by Sarah on 18. September 2012 in Our Favorites | Our Products
If you don’t already know about Red Tricycle…let us fill you in on this awesome (and free) online newsletter. We especially love Red Tricycle’s main goal, which is to help parents have more fun with their kids. They offer an amazing variety of cool things to see, eat, make, and do with your kids. You can choose from six major cities (more coming soon) and get up-to-date information on cool things to do in that city, or get up to speed on great general topics. We particularly love their “Food” section, where you can find great restaurants where kids eat free, establishments that cater to allergies and gluten free diets, as well as recommended family restaurants. Find endless family friendly vacation ideas in their travel section, or browse other great ideas and guides in their “Fun Stuff” and “Things to Do” sections. Red Tricycle is a favorite newsletter among busy moms not only for great ideas on things to do, but also for reviews of exceptional products.
Once a year, they let their readers call the shots for their Totally Awesome Awards. With a large variety of categories, Red Tricycle sets out to find the best of the best, recommended by real moms all around the country. If you love Red Tricycle and love Oilo…then please nominate us in the Red Tricycle’s Totally Awesome Awards 2012. Visit here to enter us into the following categories:
Décor Category:
:: Bedazzling Bedding
Pictured: 3-Piece Crib Set-Cobblestone-Taupe
:: Wonderful Wall Art and Accessories
Pictured: Stacked Animal Wall Art- Taupe
:: Snuggiest Blankets and Comforters
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Pictured: Play Blanket- Modern Berries- Spring Green
Style Category:
:: Baby Shower Gifts
:: Charming Clothes for Girls
Pictured: 3-Piece Layette Set- Newborn Pink
:: Adorable Duds for Little Dudes
Pictured: 3-Piece Layette Set- Baby Boy Blue
Gear Category
:: Must- Have Travel Accessories
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Pictured: Car Seat Canopy- Cobblestone-Taupe
:: Neatest Newborn Stuff
Pictured: Changing Pad Cover and Topper- Blush
Thank you for your nominations!!
by Sarah on 5. September 2012 in Our Favorites | Our Ideas
Giving a useful baby gift that has originality and thoughtfulness can take some serious time and thought. One idea we suggest is building a gift set around a singular concept or theme. Doing this not only yields a creative and cohesive gift, but also leaves the recipient ultra-prepared and organized when it comes to that aspect of caring for baby. Piecing together multiple items for a gift set can also be a really fun way to personalize a gift as you cater to registries, personal taste, and the overall need of new parents.
Below you will find several ideas for practical and original baby gift sets… and depending on your price point, you can pick a couple of the items to pair together or give a mega-gift with all of the suggested items. These gift sets are particularly handy to keep in mind as they can be found fairly easily, and can be kept gender neutral or made gender specific.
:: BEDTIME BUNDLE
- Pajamas, Gowns, or Sleep Sacks
- Bedtime Baby Wash & Bedtime Baby Lotions
- Classic Baby Board Books
- Reference Book(s) About Sleeping Habits in Babies
* We love...
Hannah Anderson Pajamas & Johnson’s Bedtime Bath/Lotion
 
:: PICTURE PERFECT PRESENT
- Assortment of Frames for Nursery/House
- Credit for a Picture Session with a Favorite Photographer
- Baby Book
- Monthly Milestone Stickers
* We Love...
Picky Sticky Monthly Baby Stickers
:: LAUNDRY NUTS AND BOLTS
- Baby Detergent
- Stain Removal Agents
- Infant Clothes Hangers
- Clothes Hamper
- Drying Rack
* We Love...
Dreft Baby Detergent & Maileg Animal Wooden Hangers
 
:: TEETHING TREASURES
- Assortment of Teething Toys
- Infant Pain Relieve
- Teething Tablets
- Teething Bibs
* We Love...
Vulli Teething Toys & Zo-Li Gummy Stick Gum Massagers & Homeopathic Teething Tablets
  
:: FEEDING FUNDAMENTALS
- Bibs
- Bowls/Spoons
- Rice Cereal
- High Chair or Baby Seat
- Sippy Cups
- Baby Food Blender
* We Love...
Oxo Tot Feeding Products & Baby Brezza One-Step Baby Food Maker
 
:: SOOTHING SECRETS
- Baby Sling
- Assortment of Binkies
- Swaddling Blankets
- Layette Set
- Crib Soother (Lights and Music)
* We Love...
Oilo 3-Piece Layette Set & Fisher-Price Waterfall Peek-a Boo Soother
 
:: NITTY-GRITTY CHANGING NECESSITIES
- Diapers
- Wipes
- Diaper Rash Ointment
- Changing Pad/Changing Pad Covers
- Diaper Pail
- Changing Mat
* We Love...
Oilo Changing Pad Cover and Extra Toppers & Skip Hop Pronto Portable Changing Station Mat
 
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