Bloghttp://www.babybanou.com/babybanou-blog/en-US2012-02-23T15:06:36ZSquarespace Site Server v5.11.81 (http://www.squarespace.com/)Spring Photo Mini Sessions are Here! | Twin Cities Baby Store Newshttp://www.babybanou.com/babybanou-blog/2012/2/16/spring-photo-mini-sessions-are-here-twin-cities-baby-store-n.htmlbaby banou2012-02-16T17:13:53Z

]]>Silhouette Event at Baby Banou! | Baby Boutique Newshttp://www.babybanou.com/babybanou-blog/2012/2/11/silhouette-event-at-baby-banou-baby-boutique-news.htmlbaby banou2012-02-11T22:17:42ZJoin us on Thursday, March 29th from 11 am until 4 pm for a Silhouette Event at Baby Banou. Simply schedule an appointment ahead of time, and then bring in your child (or a profile photo of them) on the day of the event. Our artist will create beautiful silhouettes here at Baby Banou, and on-site framing will also be available. Silhouettes are $25 for an original, $15 for an exact copy, and $20 for a 5 x 7 oval frame. Silhouettes are timeless keepsakes and are the perfect Easter gift!

Schedule an appointment for a silhouette and you will also receive a special discount for any Baby Banou purchase the day of the event! Call us at 651.340.0062 or email us at blue@babybanou.com if you are interested in signing up.
 

]]>Not Your Grandmother's Wall Paper | Minneapolis Baby Store Newshttp://www.babybanou.com/babybanou-blog/2012/1/27/not-your-grandmothers-wall-paper-minneapolis-baby-store-news.htmlbaby banou2012-01-27T22:54:07ZWhen we are looking for inspiration for new designs, displays or patterns, one of our favorite resources is a Norwegian blog called Norske Interior Blog.  Although we can't read Norwegian, it is clear from the images that the featured designs on this blog are simple in concept, functional in use and cozy in aesthetic.

One way in which Norwegians achieve their hallmark style is with the surprisingly common use of wall paper. It seems that many Americans hesitate to use wall paper, perhaps believing it to be a dated way to decorate a space. In fact, many wall paper companies are now referring to their products as "wall coverings" to steer clear from its unfashionable reputation among Americans. We can certainly sympathise with anyone who has ever had to remove wall paper from their own walls. Nevertheless, our favorite Norwegian blog demonstrates that wallpaper can transform a room by adding a pop of color, great pattern, or subtle textured look to a wall.  

While taking a tour on the Parade of Homes in Minneapolis this past year, we discovered one line of wall paper called Arte that stood out to us as beautiful, clean and modern. Take a look at how wall paper adds so much to these cute nurseries. 

 

]]>A Creative Twist on Children's Portraits | St. Paul Baby Store Newshttp://www.babybanou.com/babybanou-blog/2011/12/1/a-creative-twist-on-childrens-portraits-st-paul-baby-store-n.htmlbaby banou2011-12-01T20:05:52ZWe've seen some adorable children's portraits out there. We do, after all, work with Ten Tiny Toes Photography. Last year, however, we stumbled across images that were taken by wedding photographer Jason Lee.  Mr. Lee has two adorable daughters that he has photographed in the most creative and humorous ways.  If you just look at the concepts behind the images, you can't help but laugh.

Find more information on Mr. Lee and more fun images here.

]]>Grand Avenue's Boo Bash! | St. Paul Baby Store Newshttp://www.babybanou.com/babybanou-blog/2011/11/1/grand-avenues-boo-bash-st-paul-baby-store-news.htmlbaby banou2011-11-01T17:06:14ZGrand Avenue held the annual Boo Bash this past Sunday and all the mini ghosts and goblins were dressed in their cutest costumes. Take a look at some of our little friends that stopped by for some shopping and trick-or- treating. "Jared Allen" was one of our favorites!

]]>Old Toys, New Kids | St. Paul Baby Boutique Newshttp://www.babybanou.com/babybanou-blog/2011/10/25/old-toys-new-kids-st-paul-baby-boutique-news.htmlbaby banou2011-10-25T18:57:03ZLast week, we went to a flea market where there was an incredible selection of vintage toys. Those of you who grew up in the 70s and 80s will surely feel nostalgic for some of these toys. Did you play with any of these when you were little?

After the visit to the flea market, a particular toy store came to mind...The Essence of Nonsense was a fabulous, old-fashioned toy store that was in a quaint little St. Paul neighborhood on St. Claire Avenue. The shop has since closed, but it specialized in classic toys like teddy bears, marbles, books and wooden blocks. Not a single toy required batteries. The Essence of the Nonsense has since been replaced by the Wine Thief and Ale Jail (not too shabby!), but we will always have a special place in our hearts for that shop and these toys.  

]]>Gender-Neutral Nursery | Minneapolis Baby Store Newshttp://www.babybanou.com/babybanou-blog/2011/10/20/gender-neutral-nursery-minneapolis-baby-store-news.htmlbaby banou2011-10-20T20:14:37ZA growing number of parents are choosing not to find out the sex of their baby before he or she is born. Parents often tell us that they opt not to know because they love the added element of surprise. On the other hand, we also know it can make planning for a new arrival slightly more challenging in finding nursery items and clothing that suit both a boy or girl. We love that this beautiful gender-neutral nursery has small details that give the room personality, especially the darling framed art.

]]>Ombre Obsessed | Minnesota Baby Store Newshttp://www.babybanou.com/babybanou-blog/2011/10/13/ombre-obsessed-minnesota-baby-store-news.htmlbaby banou2011-10-13T20:01:02ZLately, we've seen ombre everywhere - from fabrics to nail polish to hair color (perhaps intentional or not). "Ombre" is French for "shaded" and is hallmarked by a stripe of colors or tones that graduate from light to dark. Ombre can be so interesting and bold, but it can also be so soft and subtle.  Here are a few baby-inspired ways to incorporate a beautiful ombre effect.

]]>Aden + Anais Swaddles | St. Paul Baby Store Newshttp://www.babybanou.com/babybanou-blog/2011/10/7/aden-anais-swaddles-st-paul-baby-store-news.htmlbaby banou2011-10-07T19:57:28ZWe've carried Aden + Anais (pronounced Uh-NAY) products since we've opened, and these cotton blankets sell extremely well throughout all four seasons. The 4-packs make really wonderful gifts. The blankets can be used as swaddles, burp cloths, tummy time blankets, nursing covers, or even covers for the stroller or car seat on a breezy or sunny day.  They are made of natural muslin cotton, which is a loosely woven fabric that allows for nice breathability.  They are also generous in size (47 inches by 47 inches) and come in numerous adorable prints.  We just received the the latest prints, which certainly did not dissapoint!

]]>Halloween Fun! | St. Paul Baby Boutique Newshttp://www.babybanou.com/babybanou-blog/2011/10/1/halloween-fun-st-paul-baby-boutique-news.htmlbaby banou2011-10-01T21:18:38ZHalloween is fast-approaching, and we are seeing
some really great pumpkin decorating ideas! There
are so many things that you can do with a pumpkin -
carve, spray paint, decoupage - the options are
endless! Last year, we made a funky pumpkin totem
pole that was a huge hit and would be a fun project
to do with kids.  The year before that, we carved a
“Stewie” (from Family Guy) pumpkin head and used 
toothpicks to hold his creepy, little pupils in place.  

Don't forget to visit us during the Boo Bash on Sunday,
October 30!  Various events will be held here at Baby
Banou from 11 am until 4 pm. 





 

                  

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