Apples'n'Oranges

Holiday Shopping - December 11th 10-1

2010-12-07T18:38:00.002-05:00

Are you looking for a baby gift? How about some stocking stuffers? New clothing for your kids at consigment store prices? Look no further than the Apples'n'Oranges Holiday Shopping Open House this coming Saturday!

We have some exciting news over at Apples'n'Oranges - in the next few months we'll be having a makeover (more details to come soon!) Until then we must clear out ALL of our inventory. Everything must go! You will not want to miss this event.

Our sales will be amazing - lots of $1-$5 items perfect for stocking stuffers, and discounts from 25%-75% off. The entire store is on sale and all inventory must go!

Saturday December 11th
10:00am-1:00pm
Aquaview Community Hall (map)
318 Aquaview Drive
Orleans, Ontario

Stop by and visit our friends:

-Eko Bear Toys - Ottawa based online store carrying a wide variety of organic and eco-friendly toys, art supplies, games and so much more!

-Inspired Photography - An assortment of fine art note cards (perfect for teacher presents, hostess gifts and stocking stuffers) and prints (matted 8x10 & 11x14 finished sizes) from our amazingly talented, local family photographer Julie!

-Nayla Natural Care - Organic, natural and eco-friendly products for you and your family. Why not give a thoughtful eco-friendly gift this holiday? We have a wide variety of items that would be perfect for those on your list! From organic body care to re-useable produce bags to healthier food storage solutions, visit our blog to see our top picks for gift giving this season .

-Loopy4ewe - Adorable hand-made hats!

-The Magic Fridge - Sampling of hot drinks and soup from fearless chef Julie Broczkowski. As a special promotion Julie will be offering $100 off the first service for clients who sign up in December or January.

-Uppercase Living - Learn the art of self-expression with unique vinyl decals and home accessories.

Holiday Shopping Open House

2010-11-25T13:57:00.005-05:00

It's holiday shopping season, and we're happy to invite you to our Open House! Our sales will be amazing - lots of $1-$5 items perfect for stocking stuffers, and discounts from 25%-75% off. The entire store is on sale and all inventory must go!

Saturday December 11th
10:00am-1:00pm
Aquaview Community Hall (map)
318 Aquaview Drive
Orleans, Ontario

Stop by and visit our friends:

-Ekobear Toys - Ottawa based online store carrying a wide variety of organic and eco-friendly toys, art supplies, games and so much more!

-Inspired Photography - Greeting cards from our amazingly talented, local family photographer Julie!

-Nayla Natural Care - Quality natural, organic and chemical free products for your family.

-Loopy4ewe - Adorable hand-made hats!

-The Magic Fridge - Sampling of hot drinks and soup from fearless chef Julie Broczkowski.

-Uppercase Living - Learn the art of self-expression with unique vinyl decals and home accessories.

Holiday Shopping

2010-11-06T22:04:00.003-04:00

The Holiday Shopping Season has arrived! Stop by one of these events to see us in person:

Women Entrepreneur's Show and Sale
Saturday November 13th
10:00am -3:00pm

Béatrice-Desloges High School
1999 chemin Provence
Orléans, ON K4A 3J6

Shopping and Sweets
Saturday December 4th
10:00am-1:00pm

Shenkman Arts Centre
Orleans, ON
www.shoppingandsweets.ca

Holiday Open House with Apples'n'Oranges and Inspired Photography
Saturday December 11th
10:00am-2:00pm

Aquaview Community Hall
318 Aquaview Dr
Orleans, ON K4A 4V7

Spring Open House

2010-05-18T18:58:00.006-04:00

We're having a Spring Open house with Loopy4Ewe and we hope you'll join us!

Sunday May 30
9:00am- 1:00pm
1635 Canemore, Orleans ON

Save 20% off Spring 2010 Peekaboo Beans - one day only! Pick up some fabulous deals as we clear out old inventory at up to 80% off.

Loopy4ewe creates beautiful hand knit and crocheted hats and items for children. Check out the clearance bin, and or make a special requests before the Open House so you can pick it up then and save on shipping! Plus, of course those cute sock monkeys!

We always love to meet our customers in person, so come on by!

We hope to see you!

Deal of the Week!

2010-02-07T21:57:00.001-05:00

This week's Deal of the Week - Kid Brother long sleeve tops for $11 - that's 50% off!

Deal of the Week

2010-01-31T20:48:00.002-05:00

This week's Deal of the Week - Peekaboo Beans Jammin Tee (also available in infant sizes) for only $10!

Deal of the Week

2010-01-17T20:38:00.001-05:00

This week's Deal is the Peekaboo Beans Front Row Tee for $8! Available in green, blue or grey.

Deal of the Week

2010-01-10T16:00:00.002-05:00

This week's deal - Peekaboo Beans Snow Bunny coat for $65 - that's $30 off!! This adorable winter coat will keep your girl warm and stylish too!

Deal of the Week

2010-01-04T09:39:00.003-05:00

This week's Deal of the Week - Peekaboo Beans Groovin Jacket at 50% off! Available in green or blue.

Deal of the Week!

2009-12-13T21:02:00.003-05:00

This week's deal - Hatley coverall and knotted hat sets for only $14! Choose from Berry Berry Sleepy or Boys are from Mars.

Deal of the Week

2009-11-30T22:34:00.003-05:00

This week's Deal - Jack and Lily Slippers 50% off! Get these slippers before the sell out - they'll make a great Christmas gift or stocking stuffer!

Deal of the Week!

2009-11-23T10:13:00.001-05:00

This week's Deal of the Week - 50% off Little Squeaky Feet squeaky shoes! These shoes squeak when your child walks (but you can remove the squeaker!) They are great for helping little ones learn to walk heel to toe, and great for moms to keep an ear out on where they are! Pick up a pair before they're gone!

Deal of the week!

2009-11-15T14:33:00.001-05:00

This week's deal - Kanvas Ink greeting cards for $1.75! (Regular price $4.95) Now is the time to stock up on some hilarious Christmas cards, mother's/father's day cards or even a card for that expectant friend! Get them before they are gone!

Holiday Open House - November 28th

2009-11-11T15:54:00.005-05:00

Apples'n'Oranges, along with 3 other wonderful Ottawa area mom owned and run businesses, will take part in an Open House (hosted by Apples'n'Oranges) on November 28th from 10am to 2pm. You can find us at 325 Elderberry Terrace in Orleans. We accept VISA, MasterCard or cash. If you need further information, please feel free to get in touch.

All 4 of our stores are online only, so this is a great chance to get up close and personal with the products we sell. We will be showcasing a wide range of items, all of which are great gift ideas for the upcoming holidays!

We will have many new products that make great Christmas gifts, including the Fall 09 line of Peekaboo Beans, Beba Bean blankets and ponchos, Mally leather bibs, as well as some great deals and discounts on discontinued lines.

Nayla Natural Care will have a wide assortment of organic and natural skin care items as well as some safe feeding options, some cold and flu helpers, gift sets and much much more!

So come on out, get some of your holiday shopping done early and support some local businesses! We all look forward to meeting you!

Along with Apples'n'Oranges, you will also be able to visit with these 3 other fantastic businesses:

Nayla Natural Care
Safe, non-toxic, high quality and unique products for your family! Skin care products by Earth Mama Angel Baby, TruKid, BabyBearShop & Badger, Natural Hand sanitzers by Cleanwell, Water bottles by thinksport and much much more!

Baby Be Green
Baby Be Green is a Canadian-owned, Ottawa-based online retailer dedicated to providing busy families with safe, non-toxic and earth-friendly products ~ from BPA-free baby bottles and sippy cups, to teethers made from natural rubber and toys finished with non-toxic paints.

Bundle with Love
Organic slings, mayan slings, wraps, and asian carriers. All the trend, all the tradition and all the choice!

Deal of the Week

2009-11-08T20:48:00.004-05:00

Despite the unseasonably warm weather here in Ottawa, we do know that winter is just around the bend. It's time to warm up, so snag yourself one of these Snug as a Bug winter hats for only $6 before they're gone!

Apples'n'Oranges at the Women Entrepreneurs Christmas Sale

2009-11-02T10:58:00.008-05:00

Come and see us at the Women Entrepreneurs Christmas Sale!

E.S.C. Béatrice-Desloges
1999 Provence Ave
Orleans, Ontario
Saturday November 14th
From 10am to 3pm

Support the food bank by bringing a non
perishable food item

Get your Christmas shopping done early!

Deal of the Week!

2009-11-02T10:55:00.001-05:00

This week's deal is the Peekaboo Beans March On jacket for only $24! That's 50% off the original price! Available in purple only, this jacket is a hit with all the little girls!

Deal of the Week!

2009-10-27T20:32:00.002-04:00

This week's deal is the Peekaboo Beans Turn it Up tee for only $12.99 - 60% off the original price! Available in green or blue stripe, in sizes 1-6, and the best part is the thumbholes!

Deal of the week - Sweet Peanut onesies!

2009-10-19T21:18:00.002-04:00

This week's Deal of the Week: $5 Sweet Peanut onesies. Cute and colourful patterns make these a great gift or something special for your own little one!

Deal of the week 2

2009-10-12T16:26:00.004-04:00

The last Deal of the Week sold out within minutes of posting, so I've added another for this week.

3x4 Notebook - Cats/Aqua glitter, Dogs/Brown glitter or Flower/Dots glitter for $2!

Deal of the Week! Sold out!

2009-10-12T16:04:00.001-04:00

This week's deal: Hatley dish sets for $5! Makes a great Christmas gift as it comes packaged in a nice box! Hurry, this deal won't last long.

Deal of the Week!

2009-10-05T09:59:00.003-04:00

This week's Deal of the Week is a denim-blue snap up shirt from Snug as a Bug for only $5! The generous cut gives this shirt a really relaxed feel. Wear on it's own or over a tee. Save 81% on this item!

Deal of the Week!

2009-09-27T20:54:00.004-04:00

This week's deal - Jack and Lily trainer style slippers in your choice of orange/blue or purple/silver for $13! Save 50% off these shoes, but hurry before they are all gone.

Deal of the Week!

2009-09-20T22:22:00.003-04:00

Perfect for covering those little newborn ears, the Westcoast Baby Aviator hat is now only $5! Choose from a variety of colours, and why not pick up a matching laundry bag too!

Deal of the Week

2009-09-07T11:03:00.007-04:00

Summer is wrapping up, but that doesn't mean you can't stock up on some tank tops at fabulous prices for next year! This week's deal - all tank tops are TEN BUCKS! Get them while they last!

Deal of the Week!

2009-09-01T11:16:00.004-04:00

We've added a new section on our site to bring you the most amazing deals! You can save up to 90% off, but hurry because the deal only lasts for a week.

This week's deal:

Snug as a Bug Pants only FIVE BUCKS! Perfect for those little bellies, these pants have an adjustable toggle waistband. And the best part is they are made by hand in Canada.

Comfort and style all in one!

2009-08-12T20:46:00.006-04:00

Let me tell you why we love the one-pieces from Peekaboo Beans. Aside from the fact that they are made from Peekaboo Beans ultra soft and comfy jersey, and designed for comfort, ease, safety and versatility, they are absolutely adorable!

These one-pieces are the perfect alternative to jammies, when you want comfort for your little ones, but also want them in a stylish outfit.

Sizes are also generous to allow for room to grow, and because of the quality of these pieces they can be passed along to future siblings!

I gave my then 6-month-old nephew a PB one-piece for Christmas and my sister-in-law raved about it. She loved putting him in it as he learned to crawl, and it was perfect for transitioning from playtime to nap time. They are great rompers and keep little bellies covered! Lucky little guy also received a Spring PB one-piece from his Auntie!

The Peekaboo Beans' line changes seasonally so you can pick up different styles of one-pieces throughout the year.

Spring 2009 one-pieces are now on sale!

Super Clearance Sale August 22nd

2009-08-05T22:01:00.006-04:00

We're clearing out the old and making room for new Fall inventory. You won't want to miss this sale!

Apples'n'Oranges Super Clearance Sale!

Saturday August 22nd
9:00am-1:00pm
Gymboree Play & Music
373 Vantage Drive, Orleans, ON K4A 3W2

Save up to 60-75% off quality, Canadian clothing for your kids!

This is a great opportunity to pick up that first day of school outfit for your preschooler! Apples’n’Oranges carries exclusively Canadian brands of clothing and accessories for children ages 0-6.

While you're here, check out a FREE Gymboree class for your little one.

9:15-10:00 - Level 6 Play & Learn (28-36 month)
9:15-10:00 - Family Art (18 months - 5 years)
10:15-11:00 - Level 5 Play & Learn (22-28 month)
11:15-12:00 - Level 4 Play & Learn (16-22 months)
12:15-1:00 - Level 3 Play & Learn (10-16 months)

As a special promotion to our customers, Gymboree Play & Music is offering a FREE 1- month membership (a $103 value) to anyone who spends $100 on Apples'n'Oranges merchandise!

Gymboree Play & Music is the global leader in early childhood development programs with over 30 years of experience. Gymboree has so much to offer you and your child. When you become a member, you'll not only enjoy our classes each week, but also receive Gymboree clothing discounts, free classes, parent handouts and more!

We will also be previewing the Peekaboo Beans Fall 2009 collection – be the first to see these fabulous pieces.

Follow us contest

2009-08-02T15:43:00.007-04:00

We've recently joined Twitter and we want you to follow us! And, as an incentive you can enter this fabulous contest to win a Peekaboo Beans tee or tank of your choice and size (based on availability).

Here's how to enter (1 entry for each item):

- Follow us on Twitter
- Tweet about the contest
- Sign up for our newsletter
- Become a fan on Facebook
- Blog about the contest
- Put our button on your blog on site

Leave a comment here listing everything you've done and we'll draw a name at random on August 15!

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Apples'n'Oranges on twitter!

2009-07-27T08:29:00.000-04:00

Follow us on Twitter and get a 15% off coupon on your next online order!
http://www.facebook.com/l/;http://twitter.com/Apples_nOranges

We'll be posting special discounts just for people on twitter and highlighting our favourite items/deals.

See you on Twitter!!

Lara & Vicky
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Happy Canada Day!

2009-07-01T09:51:00.002-04:00

To celebrate our country's birthday, we are having a week long sale! Save 25% on your favourite Canadian brands.

Apples'n'Oranges Spring Open House on March 28

2009-03-19T08:36:00.002-04:00

Join us for a Spring Open House on Saturday March 28th where you can check out the latest trends in Canadian brands of children's clothing for kids!

Baby Be Green will also be joining us delivering BPA-free, non-toxic, safer choices to you & your baby.

Bring your little ones to check out the play area and exciting programs offered by Gymboree Play & Music!

Spring has Sprung and we have lots of great new inventory for you to check out. The Spring 2009 Peekaboo Beans Collection has started arriving, and we also have some great infant clothing - perfect for baby showers!

We hope to see you there!

Saturday, March 28, 2009
Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm
Location: Cyrville Community Centre
Street: 4355 Halmont Drive, Ottawa, ON

Apples'n'Oranges Storefront Closing Sale

2009-01-02T16:01:00.000-05:00

Apples'n'Oranges has always been the story of two young moms' need to find unique Canadian apparel for kids. We're thrilled to announce that the story continues with both Lara and Vicky expecting new babies (due only a week apart) in June - and Lara is having twins!

As Mompreneurs we know just how challenging it is to balance running a business and running a family. With the addition of three new babies to the Apples'n'Oranges family, we thought it would be best to close the doors of our retail storefront and take some time to focus on our families.

It's been a great 5 months at Place D'Orléans, but it's time to say goodbye. Our last day in the mall will be January 10. The online store will remain open, where you can still find all of your favourite brands.

Thank you to everyone who came out to support us. We received tremendous amounts of positive feedback about our all-Canadian lines of clothing. There is definitely a growing need for good quality Canadian-made clothing, and we hope to continue to be your online shopping destination for those products you love.

Visit us at our retail location at Place d'Orléans before we close on January 10 or online to save up to 60% off as we clearout our inventory.

For your little Monkey

2008-10-20T14:01:00.008-04:00

Most of us have a least one of them in our lives; a "little monkey" that is! Here are some great accessories to go with them :)
The Small Potatoes change pod

What little monkey doesn't need a sock monkey shirt?!

Long-sleeved Fig organic shirt - Computer monkeys

Tricky & Titch have this 3/4 length sleeve Monkey shirt for boys and girls.

Keep their feet warm with these Jack & Lily monkey slippers.

For the perfect Xmas party outfit

2008-10-20T12:54:00.008-04:00

Christmas party season approaches and everyone needs something new and pretty to wear. Dazzle everyone with some of these beautiful and unique options:

This Chenille sweater and swing skirt from Snug as Bug are sure to make a Christmas statement!

The perfect accessory for new moms at Christmas parties is a gorgeous Pippalily sling.

This one piece holiday sweater from Hatley will be sure to make your little one stand out.

Your little princess will look dazzling in a gorgeous Red Fish Kids Mandarin Swing dress. Which would look lovely with the Peekaboo Beans capelet.

He will clean up really nice in this Snug as a Bug S nap-up shirt and tan cords.

Round these fabulous outfits out with the perfect pair of shoes:

For the perfect family Christmas card photo

2008-10-20T11:42:00.005-04:00

Cheesy or adorably cute? Either way - nothing says Christmas like matching PJs for the whole family from Snug as a Bug.

Available in Xmas plaid or hockey, these PJs are available in adult PJ bottoms, two-piece pjs for the kids, and one piece sleepers for babies. Made in Canada.

All I want for Xmas

2008-10-20T11:36:00.005-04:00

Xmas is just around the corner so we thought we would start posting Christmas gift ideas on a weekly basis until mid-December. We will send out bi-weekly newsletters with some of these ideas so if you haven't already signed up for the newsletter and don't regularly check the blog - sign up now!

We'll also make this post the master list of all the ideas. We hope we'll inspire you with some original xmas presents this year!

~Lara & Vicky

For the perfect family Christmas card photo
For the perfect Xmas party outfit
For your little Monkey

If I had a girl

2008-08-26T14:01:00.003-04:00

I don't think about it a lot - I'm thrilled with my boy and would be happy with just boys if that was the way things turned out. But I hear it so much, the "ooooh. girl stuff is so much cuuuter!" that I can't help but look at the stuff - and some pieces really stand out for me. So I thought I'd share. If I had a girl, I'd buy:

Or maybe I'll just buy this one for me ;)

Customer feedback

2008-08-25T12:59:00.009-04:00

We've been open for over a week now, and things are going very well! The feedback we've received from customers is outstanding - rave reviews for our kids zone, the fact that we're Canadian, and that we carry different stuff for kids!

I thought I'd post some of the 'outfits' that people have purchased so far - I think it's really interesting to see what kinds of things people pull together from other lines, that I never would have thought of putting together.

The Fig Wrap Dress in blue with the Jack and Lily Love Birds shoe:

The Sweet Peanut Green Hoodie with the Baby Tease Eat, Sleep, Poop onesie,
and the Jack and Lily Sport G reen shoes

(also would work with the Tricky & Titch Hug Me onesie)

The Kid Brother Cordaboys (which have been VERY popular this week) with the Fig Rock, Paper, Scissors Hoodie, and the Little Soles brown ankle boots.

Fall Peekaboo Beans is in!

2008-08-23T17:39:00.000-04:00

The Fall line of Peekaboo Beans is in. Stay tuned - we'll have it all up online very shortly!

Home sweet home

2008-08-17T19:20:00.008-04:00

The play area has been really popular - yay!

Come visit us at Place D'Orleans Shopping Centre (next to Kiddie Kobbler) in Orleans, Ontario!

(More to come soon on the job of renovating and about some of our great new products!)

Wordless Wednesdays: hanging out in the almost ready store!

2008-08-13T08:08:00.002-04:00

Coming soon

2008-08-06T20:41:00.004-04:00

When Vicky and I launched Apples'n'Oranges last August after months of preparation we intended to give the business one year to see how it would do. Almost exactly one year later, not only are we thrilled we've done so well, we're expanding and opening a retail location!

A bricks and mortar, you can come and shop in our store, retail location!

Which is seriously seriously seriously exciting! :)

We got the keys to the store at Place D'Orleans shopping centre yesterday and have started the renovations (with the help of Vicky's husband and dad - yay). It's a ton of exhausting work but it's also thrilling and amazing to be able to bring our brand to a physical location.

The space is looking great and we're super excited to open within the next couple of week.

Stay tuned for updates on the joys, and trials and tribulations of opening a store, and we'll post photos once we're up and running.

WHEEEEE!! :)

On the cover of the Orleans Star :)

2008-07-10T07:34:00.004-04:00

UPDATE: We got some great publicity for our participation in the Savvy Mom Mom Entrepreneur Awards - read the article!. Speaking of which, have you voted for us yet? :) (http://www.momentrepreneuraward.ca/MomBio.aspx?momID=197 this link doesn't always work for some reason, but it will if you cut and paste)

Great publicity for some of our Westcoast lines!

2008-07-08T14:09:00.004-04:00

Tons of our suppliers in this video! Milkshaxs, Peekaboo Beans, Fig, Beba Bean and Agoo (we get our first order from them this August!) Check it out! http://tinyurl.com/6hm399

Buying Canadian - for all the right reasons

2008-07-03T22:11:00.005-04:00

Our Ultimate "I Buy Canadian" Blog party was an amazing success! The reasons people stated for buying Canadian were compelling, heartfelt and inspiring!

From frugality, to the environment; the impact on community to supporting friends, the reasons for buying Canadian are all excellent and countless.

Our special thanks goes to Traci Costa, owner of Peekaboo Beans, who helped us select our grand prize winner - Meg Theo! Read her essay(below) and all the other great submissions and see if they don't make you want to run out and buy something Canadian right away!

Congratulations to our other winners too: Kerry, Colleen, Fun with the Friesens and Jenn's World in Wynward!

WHY SHOP CANADIAN?

Be aware of the impact of your dollars.
Having recently lost my job in a food manufacturing plant, I can speak all too well about the importance of buying locally and Canadian. After 100 years of local production, your local grocery store will be stocking peas and corn from China……buyer beware as the label hasn’t changed much. The landscape around my neighbourhood has, as the effects are large on a small rural community.

“ A locally owned independent business returns approximately 80% of each dollar spent back to the community. Local, independent businesses assist the community through a “multiplier effect”: one dollar spent at a locally owned business will return five times that amount within the community through city taxes, employees’ wages, and purchase of materials and supplies at other independent businesses.”

While its hard to avoid “made in China” all the time, if you have the option choose “made in Canada”.

Choice makes for a richer community.
Canadian business contributes more than just goods and services. They offer personalized attention, add diversity to our shopping options, and build strong neighborhoods by sustaining communities and linking neighbours (across Canada). Specifically, entrepreneurship fuels our Canadian economic prosperity and innovation……

Canadians are unique.

And…..I love what awesome and creative “stuff” I can find for my little one!

***
And thanks again to all of our fabulous sponsors!!

-Peekaboo Beans girls' Mame Tee and boys' Koi Tee (your choice of size)

-Pippalily sling in your choice of fabric and size

-A custom designed t-shirt from Red Fish Kids

-A six-pack of hairclips and a headband from Bugalug

-A stuffed creation from Fabricawakuwaku

-A pair of squeaky shoes from Little Squeaky Feet

-A pair of shoes from Little Soles

-Baby shower cards, birth announcements, thank you cards and mommy calling cards from Kanvas Ink.

-A tie shirt from Rock and Rattle

- An apple dress from Fig Organic

-Jewellery from Jewellery by Erin

- A nursing cover from Small Potatoes

-$50 gift certificate to Haute Mama - capturing the fun and fashion of pregnancy - and beyond

- A BPA-free Starter Pack from Baby Be Green

- A Canadian music prize-pack from 106.9 The Bear

- Ladies’ Night Party Pak for 4! (Valued at approx. $45) from Foundation Studio Special Events

- An organic teething bonbon from Dress Me Up

You can bet we'll be doing this again next year so stay tuned!

The Ultimate “I Buy Canadian” Blog Party is on!!

2008-06-22T08:06:00.007-04:00

**Congratulations to our grand prize winner Meg; and our four other winners Kerry, Colleen, Fun with the Friesens and Jenn's World in Wynward. Stay tuned for a wrap up post - the reasons everyone believes in shopping Canadian are inspiring!**

The Ultimate "I Buy Canadian" Blog Party has begun!! We're loving reading all the reasons people choose to shop Canadian, so keep them coming (if not just for fun, then for all the great prizes!!)

This post will stay up at the top all week. (here is all the contest info) Add the link to your blog post to the Mr Linky or email us (info@apples-n-oranges.com) and we'll post it for you!

Apples'n'Oranges is offering FREE SHIPPING in Canada until July 2 when you enter coupon code shipcanadaday at checkout!

Happy reading and almost Canada Day!!

I Buy Canadian - posts submitted by email

2008-06-21T11:46:00.003-04:00

Trudie and baby Robyn:

It's simple. Our family buys Canadian because we love the people of our country! As Canadians, we are all involved in items made in Canada - we support our health care system, Ontario education, social support networks, immigration policies, arts programs, science initiatives, historical preservations councils, environmental committees etc - which all serve to sculpt the varied beautiful people of Canada and the products produced. It only seems rational to direct our money back into our economy and proudly re-invest in ourselves! As a new mom, this takes additional meaning as buying Canadian products will only better the country my baby girl will grow up in.

(I also can't help but notice that Canadian products tend to be finely made with high quality material with an environmental conscience. *sigh* It makes me teary proud just to think of it!)

Thank you for selling Canadian products and my sincerest congratulations on your new store in Ottawa. We live in Toronto and will have to keep ordering online until our 7-month old daughter becomes more gracious on road trips :)

Marie-Eve

J'achète des produits canadiens parce qu'il s'agit bien souvent de produits de très grande qualité.

Isabel

I like to buy Canadian......I very well might chose a Canadian article of clothing over something else just to keep the jobs in Canada. It would be great if all manufacturers would put a Canadian flag on their products if Canadian made. I think more would sell. Good luck with your store and trying to keep all things Canadian.

Isabel .....no small children of my own but one great niece that would look great if your things.

Steph

My reasons for shopping canadian are:

-It's cheaper

-it's local and supports local businesses and companies

- you dont have to worry about it being recalled for safety

Posts sent by email #3

2008-06-21T09:02:00.002-04:00

Colleen (mom of Kira and Owen)
I try to buy Canadian, when I can. Why? Firstly, to support my amazing country and keep local companies in business. Secondly, I find the quality superior to any other, and thirdly, to support people like you, who are trying to make a living while spending as much time as they can with their families. I completely respect people who are willing to take a chance to make a better life for their families. Finally, I love that the products you offer are different than the mainstream and I like giving my children the opportunity to be unique and display their personalities. My son is only 6 months old so he's not yet displaying his own will, my daughter however is almost three and certainly does exert her personality (usually at the most inopportune times). One of her favourite shirts is the "Anything but Ordinary" t-shirt which describes her perfectly. Thank-you for creating this store and I plan to continue shopping in the future.

Tammy

I don't have a blog, although it seems like I should. I didn't realize they
were 'the' thing for so many moms. I love your contest idea. It's a great
way for us to stop and think for a moment about the many reasons it is so
important to purposely support our national economy.
I shop Canadian because I want there to always be people in this country
making things and doing things they love at sustainable wages. I never want
to make a purchase for my young child that was made by a young child at
scant wages in dangerous conditions. I don't want my going to school
wearing shoes made by a child who will never see the inside of a classroom.
I don't want my children playing with toys which may have been painted with
lead based paint. I never want our country to rely on imports from
countries with deplorable human rights conditions.
Every time we pay a fair price for goods grown and/or made in Canada, we
support our own nation and build a stronger healthier country. Happy Canada
Day!

Shannon

I buy Canadian because I feel that, among other things, the quality is higher and safety of products is important to me. I also like to support fellow small business owners and Canadian business.

Thanks ladies - what a wonderful idea for Canada Day!

Posts submitted by email #2

2008-06-21T07:38:00.004-04:00

Meg

WHY SHOP CANADIAN?

While its hard to avoid “made in China” all the time, if you have the option choose “made in Canada”.

Canadians are unique.

And…..I love what awesome and creative “stuff” I can find for my little one!

Kerry

Shop Local - Buy Canadian

I love shopping local and supporting local businesses and even though most of the time it costs more, there is something to say about creative, authentic and delicious food & art created in this beautiful area. Why not "buy Canadian"? We are learning more and more about what it means to support local farmers and businesses. Now that its berry season I am looking forward to u-picking and stocking up for the winter. I am so excited that New Westminster is starting a farmer's market and I hope to check that out next week.

Ironically just a few days ago I was in Chapters looking in the cookbook section for children's recipes. There are a lot of recipes out there for home made baby & toddler food. In anticipation of becoming a parent I've been thinking lately about building a garden on my balcony in order to have fresh, organic food to feed myself and my child. There is a women in Steveston who recently started her own business helping people with balcony gardening. Living in a city where there aren't any farms it means driving my car a far distance in order to buy locally grown food. I would really like to get to a point of driving my car less. Locally grown to me means good flavours,products that are produced with such care and unique from the local big box store down the street.

Amanda

Shop Local - Buy Canadian

Why Do I buy Canadian...??

Better products, cheaper shipping, and the canadian's are just so darn friendly!
I love supporting the stay at home moms that need a little extra income, and it's great meeting new people all across the country!

Be proud of our country and support the economy... BUY CANADIAN!!

Jenny

Well, I shop Canadian for various reasons.

#1. I'm Canadian and I want to support other Canadian businesses and our economy.

#2. There are soooo many more cool things available in Canada now so I always check here first, even though I visit the US at least once a year! In fact, I was just there in May and spent a total of $31 US on purchases. That's it! it used to make me sweat coming back across the border. Not anymore!

#3. Lastly, I'm trying to a little bit greener. It's not an easy feat but wherever I can shorten the sales cycle, I'm happy to do just that. In fact, I signed up for an organic farming share this year and I can't wait to pick up my first basket of organic produce tomorrow - all farmed mere miles from my home. Yummy, fresh and locally grown!

I'm sure there are many more reasons out there to do it, but to sum it all up, I'm proud to be Canadian and proud to buy Canadian.

Happy Canada Day!

Coming soon

2008-06-20T20:32:00.005-04:00

On Wednesday I quit my job. Cuz you know why?

scroll.....

August 15 - Place d'Orleans shopping centre. OH YA!!!!

Networking networking networking!

2008-06-19T07:54:00.005-04:00

It's been a busy week for Apples'n'Oranges! On Wednesday night we took part in an eWomen's Network accelerated networking event. Can I just say what an awesome experience that was! If there are any entrepreneurs reading this blog, or even if you're thinking about starting your own business, go check out eWomen's Network! They have chapters all over North America. At this particular event, we were numbered off into groups and had 30 seconds to introduce ourselves, talk about our business, and our business needs in the next 30-60 days. If anyone in the circle can help, they write a note on a business card and hand it to you! We met so many people this way - a fabulous lawyer who will do our incorporation, a printer who will make our new sign, even a woman who's husband is a magician which would be perfect for some of our events!

The best part of this night was getting to meet Kathryn Bechthold from The Mompreneur! She was amazing and inspiring and all around cool. What I loved about her was that she was real and approachable. It was so refreshing to meet a successful business woman who will sit and chat with you about anything - your business, kids, shopping, clothes - whatever the topic, in a way that makes you feel comfortable and inspired!

So many times I have attended PR related networking meetings and have often left feeling like I wasn't quite professional enough, didn't quite make enough money, didn't quite know the right people, and obviously wasn't wearing the right clothes. The feeling I got after eWomen was that I was a valued contributor in the room. People were impressed with our business, and what we had to offer and were genuinely interested in helping us succeed, so YAY! Five stars for eWomen's Network!

What do you do for Canada Day?

2008-06-16T13:53:00.003-04:00

Vicky and I live in Ottawa, the nation's capital, so Canada here is a HUGE deal. From what I gather, it's not like that in other cities across the country.

So I was curious as we approach the holiday - what do people do for Canada Day? Nothing, but just enjoy that it's a holiday and stay home and work on the garden? BBQs? Are there celebrations in your city/town?

For several years I went downtown, because downtown Ottawa on Canada Day is something everyone should experience. (I had no idea there was a web site!)

That being said, I don't think one needs to experience it repeatedly ;) So I stay far far away now. For quite a few years our group of friends went camping every year for Canada Day, but after the babies arrived we decided to call that one quits. Last year, my little family took off for one of the family cottages and I think that's probably what we'll do again this year, but I'm also really tempted by the Canada Day celebration in my little suburb.

Your turn - tell me what you like to do?

** Check out our Canada Day contest!**

Wordless Wednesday

2008-06-10T21:02:00.004-04:00

Don't miss out on our Ultimate I Buy Canadian Blog Party contest!!

The Ultimate “I Buy Canadian” Blog Party

2008-06-09T15:12:00.035-04:00

**Congratulations to our grand prize winner Meg; and our four other winners Kerry, Colleen, Fun with the Friesens and Jenn's World in Wynward. Stay tuned for a wrap up post - the reasons everyone believes in shopping Canadian are inspiring!**

** The contest is closed but there were so many great posts and reasons to shop Canadian - you really should go check them out! Plus - Free shipping in Canada continues until July 2! **

The Party is on - read all the posts!

Over 7000 kms separate us from coast to coast, we drink beer, love our hockey, suffer through cold winters, black flies and mosquitos, and appologize often, eh? It’s hard to pin a single event or distinguishable feature on being Canadian, but as Canadians we all feel it! To celebrate the birth of our great Nation, we're hosting the Ultimate I Buy Canadian Blog Party!

The demand for Canadian goods is on the rise, and there’s no doubt as to why. By buying products from local companies you are supporting the Canadian economy and doing your part to reduce environmental costs of shipping products overseas. We strongly believe in the ‘buy local’ grass-roots movement, and hope you’ll get on board too!

We want to hear about your reasons for choosing to buy Canadian! Share your reasons with us and you could win one of many fabulous prize packages filled with Canadian products!

Prize packages will be awarded for best post and to three random participants just for entering. Stay tuned for more details.

The Prizes

-Apples'n'Oranges $100 gift certificate

-Peekaboo Beans girls' Mame Tee and boys' Koi Tee (your choice of size)

-Pippalily sling in your choice of fabric and size

-A custom designed t-shirt from Red Fish Kids

-A six-pack of hairclips and a headband from Bugalug

-A stuffed creation from Fabricawakuwaku

-A pair of squeaky shoes from Little Squeaky Feet

-A pair of shoes from Little Soles

-Baby shower cards, birth announcements, thank you cards and mommy calling cards from Kanvas Ink.

-A tie shirt from Rock and Rattle

- An apple dress from Fig Organic

-Jewellery from Jewellery by Erin

- A nursing cover from Small Potatoes

-$50 gift certificate to Haute Mama - capturing the fun and fashion of pregnancy - and beyond

- A BPA-free Starter Pack from Baby Be Green

- A Canadian music prize-pack from 106.9 The Bear

- Ladies’ Night Party Pak for 4! (Valued at approx. $45) from Foundation Studio Special Events

- An organic teething bonbon from Dress Me Up

How to enter

Post your reasons for shopping Canadian on your blog during the week of June 22-28 and send us the link at info@apples-n-oranges.com. We'll create a master list of posts on our blog for all to read. Don't have a blog? Send us an email explaining why you shop Canadian, we'll post it online for you. All entries must be submitted by midnight June 28 and the winners will be announced on July 1! Contest is open to Canadian residents only.

We are Canadian. We buy Canadian.

Extra chance to win!

Add the following button to your blog to help spread the word about the contest and we'll enter you into an extra draw! Just leave a comment here to let us know you've done it!

Surprise sale!

2008-06-07T21:43:00.000-04:00

We're having a surprise sale! Shop now until June 15th and save 25% of all orders when you use the coupon code june25 at the checkout.

So pretty you'll have to have one. Or at least I did

2008-05-13T21:51:00.004-04:00

We've been shopping like crazy, bringing all kinds of new things in for Apples'n'Oranges! Something we brought in is kind of different, and fun for kids AND mom! These ecojot and mirage notebooks are so incredibly pretty I made a mad dash for Vicky's house the moment they arrived so I could pick myself one out! Pretty AND they're 100% made in Canada, and the ecojot ones are 100% from recycled materials!

Here's the one I chose

But can I live without this one being mine?

Or the glitter puppies?

Or without this photo brag book?

Key message people - hurry up before I buy all these new notebooks. Because I LOVES them, and apparently it's all about me ;)

Spring Open House

2008-05-07T21:10:00.003-04:00

It's time for another open house! Come check out some of the latest Spring fashions and save 15% on all orders. Bring your spouses, bring your kids!

Here's a sneak peek of some of the new items we have in stock: Citrus-Stripe Girls Sun hat from Snug as a Bug; boys closed-toe sandals from Little Soles; birthday invitations from Speckles and Weeds; and so much more!

**Friday May 23rd**
10:00am-4:00pm
325 Elderberry Terrace
Orleans, Ontario
info@apples-n-oranges.com
613-282-9386

We hope to see you soon!

New products are in!

2008-05-03T16:01:00.006-04:00

We have just received a shipment of Little Squeaky Feet Sandals! Check out these adorable Diva Sandals for girls, or the stylish Sebbie Sandals for boys. Squeaky shoes have a built in squeaker in the heel which squeaks with each step. The shoe will only squeak when little ones walk heel to toe and encourages young children to walk properly and not up on their toes. You'll definitely get noticed when you're out and about this summer.

We also just brought in a cheeky line of cards from Kanvas Ink. These cards just cracked us up, and we know you'll enjoy them too. Check out the Perfect Hookup, or the Bovine cards - they're perfect for those new and expectant moms.

Come and see us in person! Apples'n'Oranges will be at the Starr Gymnastics Baby and Kids Show tomorrow from 9:30-2:00.

Coupon

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Look at our sign! :)

2008-04-16T15:29:00.002-04:00

My Kids' Funky Closet this Sunday

2008-04-15T11:55:00.003-04:00

We're hopping busy in the next week - but that means there are lots of opportunities to come out and see us if you're in the Ottawa area.

My Kids' Funky Closet
Huge Children’s Consignment Sale
Sunday April 20^th 2008

Glebe Community Center 175 Lyon St in the Glebe

10:00am – 3:00pm

½ Price Sale
2:00pm – 3:00pm

Ottawa Police Child Finger Printing
10:30am -12:30pm

Little Rays Reptiles perform
11:00am -12:00pm

CASH ONLY

www.mykidsfunkycloset.com (for more details)

My Kid’s Funky Closet is hosting its third semi-annual children’s consignment sale at The Glebe Community Center..

We have 1000s of baby and children’s clothes, baby equipment, toys, books, videos, dvd’s, games and maternity wear.

The Ottawa Police will be hosting their child finger printing clinic and Little Rays Reptiles will be performing. We will have face painting all day and a children’s craft area.

You can also visit other vendors such as Discovery Toys, Usborne Books, Pampered Chef, Precious Prints and many more.

There is no entrance fee but we are working with The Ottawa Food Bank and The Ottawa Snow Suit Fund again this season and any donations would be appreciated.

Earth day celebration

2008-04-14T21:13:00.003-04:00

We are super excited for a number of reasons lately - most of them related to the fact that we met some awesome new people - the owners of Posh Kids Consignment Boutique.

Not only are they nice, they live and have a store in the same suburb as us - and we're going to be partnering with them!

Check out their web site - and if you're in Orleans, check out their store. But most of all - check our our earth day event!

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Apples’n’Oranges and Posh Kids Consignment Boutique are joining forces to celebrate Earth Day in style! Join us for an exclusive eco-shopping event at Posh Kids Consignment Boutique - where you can shop and help build a cleaner world at the same time.

We’ll be serving coffee and refreshments (all fair trade and organic of course) and will be having draws to win great prizes.

What: Earth Day Celebration with Posh Kids and Apples’n’Oranges
When: Tuesday, April 22, 2008
6pm - 9pm
Who: Posh Kids sells high-end brands and designer clothing, accessories, equipment and toys for children – newborn to size 10. Apples’n’Oranges sells clothing for children aged 0-5 from exclusively Canadian companies and will be on site with a selection of organic clothing.
Where: Posh Kids Consignment Boutique
2445 St Joseph Blvd, Orleans
RSVP: info@apples-n-oranges.com

For more information:
Celia Lemieux : 613-834-2240
or
Lara Wellman: 613-282-9386

Bring your own coffee mug and/or shopping bag for an extra chance to win one of the many prizes available.

Prizes include:

* $25 Gift certificate Posh Kids Consignment Boutique
* $25 Gift certificate Apples’n’Oranges
* A leisure suit from Fig Organic
* Eco-friendly and organic goods

Did you know?

Buying and selling previously-owned clothing at Posh Kids is eco-friendly because it prevents needless waste.
- On average, 80% of textiles thrown away still have 75% of their wearability left.
There is an average of 7 kilograms of textile waste (clothes, bedding, curtains, etc.) per person in landfills throughout Canada.
- The textile industry is the second most polluting next to petrochemistry.

Protect the environment and your children from harsh chemicals by choosing clothing made of organic cotton offered by Apples n' Oranges.

- It takes one-quarter of a pound of chemicals to produce one conventional cotton T-shirt, and one-quarter of a pound of chemicals to produce 2 pairs of conventional men's boxer shorts.
- Conventional cotton: is the second most pesticide-laden crop in the world - after coffee and before tobacco.

Buying previously-owned toys is eco-friendly because it avoids the usual over-packaging
- An estimated 800,000 tonnes of toy packaging were dumped into our landfills during the Christmas 2007 season alone (Source: Greensword)

Can you tell I dressed the mannequin in one of my favourite outfits? :)

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I'm actually really impressed that K's outfit looks in almost as good shape as the stuff on the mannequin considering how often he's worn his!

We'll be here all day Sunday too!

2008-03-30T07:07:00.004-04:00

If all this fun stuff and getting to meet us too isn't enough...

then don't forget about this other reason to come visit us today a the Capital Kids and Parents show ;)

Come and see us in person!

2008-03-26T21:49:00.000-04:00

Come and see us at the Capital Parent and Kids Show this weekend!

March 29th and 30th, 2008
Nepean Sportsplex, Woodroffe at Hunt Club
Saturday 9-5, Sunday 10-5

Save $2 off admission with this coupon: http://www.capitalparent.ca/couponpage.html

Apples'n'Oranges welcomes Milkshaxs!

2008-03-03T10:08:00.005-05:00

We've recently brought on a new line! Milkshaxs Baby Gear is a funky, cool clothing company made especially for babies. Milkshaxs outdoor-inspired designs bring the first range to life, hoping to give you the funky, cool baby clothing range you have been waiting for.

I'm a big fan of the Train shirt with matching Track Pants - Get it!?! HA HA HA.

We made a new friend!

2008-02-23T10:07:00.003-05:00

There are many moms out there starting their own businesses, and I think it's so great to support each other, especially when you find another Mompreneur in your own community! Lara & I are really excited to be joining up with Daisy Blue for their Open House on March 2nd! If you're in Ottawa, we hope you'll come check it out:

Queenswood Heights Community Centre in Orleans,
Sunday March 2nd
1:00-4:00pm

The spring peekaboo beans line is in!!!

2008-02-21T09:04:00.004-05:00

Mompowered birth stories

2008-02-17T09:44:00.002-05:00

We met Kareen from MOMpowered a couple of months ago and she invited Vicky and I to come and tell our business' birth story. We were really honoured and thrilled to be able to share anything we've learned with other moms who want to start their own businesses.

If you're in Ottawa and you're interested in coming to meet us, we'd love to see you there. We'll have some stuff for sale, and everyone will be getting an A'n'O gift certificate too!

The sale is on!!

2008-02-10T11:05:00.001-05:00

We're clearing out for winter so now is the time to find some great deals from 25-60% off!

All Peekaboo Beans is 40% off - her lines change every season so if you like what we have now buy soon - we won't be getting any more of it!

Red Fish Kids is all 40-60% off; Kid Brother brown and blue pants are 40% off; Brat shirts are 40% off; Infant, boy, and girl sleepwear is 30%; everything is at LEAST 25% OFF! Come visit!

Winter clearance open house and sale!

2008-02-07T13:50:00.000-05:00

This Saturday we're having an Open House to clear out stock to make room for our new spring items (due in any day!!! :)
Then we'll be having a week long sale online (February 10 - 16) - and the sales are going to be fabulous!!
Everything is going to be at least 25% off, but we'll also be having some amazing deals like:

50 % off all PS Tees!
40% off all Peekaboo Beans!
40 % off all Red Fish Kids!
40% off Kid Brother organic and brown pants!

Don't miss out!!

Open house info:


Date:	Saturday, February 9, 2008
Time:	1:00pm - 4:00pm
Location:	325 Elderberry Terrace
City/Town:	Orleans, ON

RSVP: info@apples-n-oranges.com

Virtual baby shower

2008-02-04T09:48:00.000-05:00

We're taking part in the Pinks and Blues Virtual baby shower!

If you're a mama to be (expecting between May 1st, 2008 and August 1st, 2008) you can enter to win an amazing amount of stuff - including a Goober baby change mat (which happens to be the softest thing you've ever felt in your life and my next baby's bum will definitely be changed on one! ;)

Check out a bunch of the amazing stuff they've already gotten - and enter if you can! :) (I wish *I* could enter!)

Photo Contest #2

2008-01-28T10:21:00.000-05:00

Our Fall photo contest was a great success and we're ready to do it again! Send us photos of your kids wearing Apples'n'Oranges items before February 18 and your photo will be added to our photo gallery and our blog, plus you'll be entered into a draw for a Peekaboo Beans hoodie.

Here are some new entries!

Dylan in his Rock and Rattle beanie hat and karate pants, and his Kid Brother Chaos Manufacturing shirt.
Allie in her pink princess PJZZZZ

Fabricawakuwaku

2008-01-20T17:07:00.000-05:00

Dolls and stuffed animals can be a child's pride and joy. Adrienne, owner of Fabricawakuwaku makes sure every one of her creations is unique and special - they're works of art - and until February 15 they are 20% off!

Win one! Email and tell us what you're favourite item at Apples'n'Oranges is by February 15 and you'll be entered into a draw to win Grey patches bunny.

Peekaboo beans on sale until Sunday!

2008-01-18T19:37:00.001-05:00

We're making room for the spring Peekaboo beans line which is due in soon soon soon so all the Fall line is on sale!!!

Come and check out the deals - everything is at least 25% off and some things are as much as 40% off!

Push for publicity

2008-01-15T14:46:00.001-05:00

Vicky and I both have diplomas in Public Relations - so we know all about what you should do to get lots of publicity for your business... but man, it takes a lot of time!! And time seems to be something we're really short of these days.

So we're doing the next best thing to trying to get our own publicity - we're getting someone else to do it! :)

I took the Public Relations program at Algonquin a bunch of years back, and the last semester of school is split half and half as a placement and a school-run PR agency. So I submitted us as potential clients and we've been accepted. YAY. Hopefully we'll get some good hits from it. And if you're a small business owner you may want to consider approaching colleges to see if you can get any free work in exchange for giving students real-world experience :)

What's that? A bargain you say?

2008-01-07T22:12:00.000-05:00

Love all that Apples'n'Oranges but looking for a good deal after all the Christmas shopping? Look no further folks as we unveil our brand new SALE section!!

Schmarmy sales pitch aside, we've created a new section on the site where you'll find items from Apples'n'Oranges at up to 40% off. Keep checking in often because as we get closer and closer to receiving our spring lines in, more will go on sale to make room for it all. (How exciting is it that we're starting our second season already!!??)

Now, off you go to check it out!

Babies in black?

2008-01-04T21:53:00.000-05:00

Black looks great on everyone right? But what about on your babies? To be honest, I had never even considered black as a colour for a baby until a friend of mine mentioned she had been searching everywhere for a black shirt for her infant daughter. Black goes with just about everything, so why not put your baby in a cute little black top or pair of pants?

We love the Dreamkids 'Anything but ordinary' little black top. The text comes in fuschia or white.

There's also the Babes in Black lap t-shirt, and little black pants.

Or how about this unique sushi top?

And of course there's my personal favourite, the Little Black Dress.

So tell us, what do you think about babies wearing black? Would you put your baby in black?

Happy new year from Apples'n'Oranges

2008-01-01T13:31:00.001-05:00

(Secondary message: get these things off our heads!)

Our sale ends tomorrow - come check out everything you can get for 25% off!

Boxing week sale!

2007-12-26T09:47:00.000-05:00

Christmas has come and gone, and it's been hectic! So much visiting and eating- now it's time to relax from the comforts of your living rooms and do some shopping online!

Keeping with the holiday shopping spirit, Apples'n'Oranges is having a Boxing Week Sale! Everything in our store is 25% off until January 2nd. Stock up on your favourite Canadian brands like Peekaboo Beans, Kid Brother, Fig Organic and Babes in Black.

The LBD- a wardrobe essential

2007-12-18T14:11:00.000-05:00

The most essential piece of clothing in every woman's closet- the LBD or Little Black Dress - is now available for the littlest girls! These fabulously adorable dresses are hand-made especially for Apples'n'Oranges with the finest attention to detail. And I'd just like to add that they are made by Joel's very talented and loving Mamie (my mom!)

Mamie decided that since she had some free time, now that she is retired, she wanted to get back into sewing. She has perfected these dresses, and part of the sale of each dress will be donated to a charity. Mamie hasn't yet decided which charity she would like the funds dontated to, but she's still doing some research.

So please let us know what you think! They come in a variety of colours- so check out the Little Blue Dress and the Little Jean Dress too!

Christmas gift ideas

2007-12-13T15:50:00.000-05:00

I thought it might be fun to highlight some of our products in case people are looking for last minute gift ideas. And remember, if you're in Ottawa, delivery is always free. Plus shipping free everywhere in Canada until the 17th, and 1/2 price to the states ($6 instead of $12).

For the mom to be or new mom

These change pads are a must-have for my next baby. The inside is made of minkee and about the most heavenly feeling fabric you've ever felt in your life!!

For the baby you KNOW has the soul of a little old man

Little old man slippers... uhhh... I mean penny loafers. I love these!

Xmas loungewear

What's better than lounging around all day on Christmas day playing with new toys. We love peekaboo beans here at Apples'n'Oranges and only have a couple of pairs of their holiday loungewear - check them out!

Cozy for Xmas eve

A common Xmas tradition is the Xmas-eve pyjama tradition - one I couldn't wait to start with Kiernan. And he'll have a pair of these super comfy cotton PJZZZZZ to open Xmas eve. (well not the ice cream ones ;)

Computer guys

This organic shirt by fig cracks me up - and kind of reminds me of the old Mission Impossible game I used to play on my Commodore 64!

Pretty girls

Accessorize! Girls like to be pretty and flower pot clips are unique!

Do you have any favourites? We'll try to post a few more suggestions in the coming weeks... just to help inspire :)

Merry Christmas!

2007-12-03T19:46:00.001-05:00

Our Holiday Open house was great - despite the horrible weather here in Ottawa lately (we got something like 50 zillion centimeters of snow in the last 24 hours - ok, well - I swear it was at least a foot of snow!)

To celebrate the upcoming holidays we've got some special promotions going on.

15% off on P.S.Tees, Red Fish Kids, and Babes in Black. We're also offering free shipping to anywhere in Canada, and half price shipping ($6 instead of $12) to the US from Dec 3 - 16.

Come shop with us!!
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Thanks to 5 minutes for mom for promoting our latest giveaway and free shipping promotion. I love finding other mom owned businesses and the gals from 5 minutes for mom are not only examples of moms who started businesses (A Rocking Horse to Love and Pedal Cars and Retro Collectibles) but they're Canadian and really great about promoting other mom run businesses!

Come see us tonight!

2007-11-29T13:48:00.000-05:00

1440 Wellington Street West
Ottawa, Ontario
7pm

Mark November 29th in your calendars and join us to kick-off this holiday season in style. Book your best shopping partners. HUSH & HUSH little baby are hosting a holiday shopping PARTY!

Food, Treats, Vino, Giveaways, Manicures (does it get any better than this?!).
Gorgeous items for the holidays: women, men & children. Expert advice on-site to help you create fabulous looks and way too cute outfits. 20% off store-wide.

:10 Minute Manicure will be on-site. $10 to gorgeous holiday nails - what a treat!

Great gift giving ideas from local designers and retailers: Apples N Oranges, Monkey Leggs, Stork.

Stork
A locally owned online baby boutique providing a collection of unique
and stylish baby goods - a great alternative to the generic box store
options.

:10 Minute Manicure caters to busy women wanting (or needing!) beautiful nails in a hurry! Leave looking and feeling fabulous in just ten minutes!

Apples'n'Oranges proudly carries exclusively Canadian brands and features an original selection of the latest trends in clothing, shoes and accessories for children aged 0-5.
apples-n-oranges.com

Register!

2007-11-28T15:08:00.000-05:00

Did you know Apples'n'Oranges has a registry system? Registries are an easy way to let people know what to buy you, or your child, so you actually get things you want! :)
Anyone who sets up a registry between today and Christmas day will be entered into a draw for a $10 Apples'n'Oranges gift certificate. So go ahead, tell people what you want!

(PS. anyone who emails info@apples-n-oranges.com to sign up for the Apples'n'Oranges newsletter will be entered into a monthly draw for another $10 gift certificate)

Good luck!

Perfect time of year to win a hat!

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Congratulations Alexia!!

Gramma is thinking about creating a new size of her hats and wants to know what you think!!

Check out the hats on Apples'n'Oranges and then answer the following questions and you will be entered into a draw to win a free Gramma's hat of your choice!!

- Do you think Gramma should create a 6-12 month size?
- What would the best design be for her to start with?
- Which hat would you want?

If you post about the contest on your blog you'll get a second entry. Contest closes December 8 at midnight. Good luck!!

Come see us!

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We're super busy over the next couple of weeks doing shows all over the place and we'd love if you came out and saw us!!

Sunday, November 25, 11am - 5pm
Mary Kay Open House
1700 Alta Vista Drive, Ottawa

Thursday, November 29, 7pm -10pm
Hush Boutique Holiday shopping night
1440 Wellington Street West

Saturday, December 1, 10 am - 3pm
The Beautiful Pear shopping day
320 McLeod St (corner of McLeod & O’Connor)

and of course our own open house in Orleans on
Sunday, December 2, 1pm - 5pm

Too cute girls shoes!

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You must check out the latest product we've added from Little Soles! These pink and chocolate girls' shoes are so adorable, and are perfect for all those 'girly girls' in your lives! Again, one of those products that I would definitely be snapping up if I myself had a daughter.

You're invited!

2007-11-21T13:57:00.000-05:00

Apples’n’Oranges invites you to attend our Holiday Open House
Sunday December 2nd

1:00-5:00 pm

Shop for unique gifts for the whole family at our Christmas open house! Save 15% on all Apples’n’Oranges purchases.

Looking for a gift for grandparents? Bring your little ones - Precious Prints will be on-site taking walk-ins. Receive a free Christmas ornament with purchase ($30.00 value).

M Chen Wears will be featuring her original t-shirts.

Pick up some unique items designed and created by Betsy and Meredith of Weknotme http://www.weknotme.etsy.com

Stock up on scrapbooking supplies from Creative Memories.

Beautiful jewelry made in wood, imported directly from Costa Rica. Shop for hairclips, earrings, bracelets, chokers, necklaces and other small items.

RSVP info@apples-n-oranges.com or 613-282-9386
by November 25th

Kids and friends are welcome!

www.apples-n-oranges.com

Photo gallery

2007-11-20T15:15:00.000-05:00

We've been so busy we haven't gotten around to announcing our big winner of our October cutie contest. We got so many fabulous entries and they're all highlighted in our new photo gallery. Go have a look!!

And now for the big reveal. The winner of our contest - and the winner of Peekaboo Beans hoodie!! is:

Savhannah in her Hatley Bloomin' raincoat!

Keep sending in your cuties in Apples'n'Oranges clothing - we'll add you to our photo gallery and we'll be having another contest in January!

What's new - Fig organic

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We just got the fall line of Fig Organic in and it's SO adorable I just gush over it all! :) It's cute, and organic - what more could you want? Have a look!

PS. Anyone who signs up to our newsletter in November by emailing info@apples-n-oranges.com or creating an account on our web site will be entered into a draw for a $10 gift certificate!

PSSST, check out this sale!

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This month p.s.tees are 15% off this month (I think I'm hilarious for this post title btw ;)

I love the positive messages on all their shirts: unstoppable, pint size wonder, I am my own superhero, and strong, fast, and feisty (or fabulous)!

All their shirts are 100% Baby Rib cotton, combed for softness and comfort and you can feel good about your purchase because p.s. tees donates a part of all sales to non-profit charities NEDIC (National Eating Disorder Information Centre) and SickKids Foundation.

Check them out!

Fall Y'All giveaway!

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** Congratulations to the winner Adventures of an Awesome (somtimes) mom Want to win a $10 Apples'n'Oranges gift certificate? Just sign up for our newsletter, and we'll automatically enter you in a draw! To enter, and to receive our newsletter, send an email to info(at)apples-n-oranges(dot)com before November 30th.***

We're so excited to be taking part in the Fall Y'All giveaway from Rocks in my Dryer!!

Here's what we're doing. Leave a comment telling us what you'd buy from Apples'n'Oranges and you'll be entered into a draw to win a $50 gift certificate to Apples'n'Oranges, plus free shipping! (this is open to anyone in Canada or the US)

If you don't know what Apples'n'Oranges is - we're an online childrenswear store that specializes in ages 0-5 bringing you hip and funky clothing from exclusively Canadian companies.

Fun stuff like:

We hope you come and visit!
As a bonus use coupon code fallyall15 at checkout for 15 per cent off on orders over $50.

Some more cutie photos of kids in Apples'n'Oranges clothing

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Ryan (with a little support from daddy :) in his Kid Brother Trucking shirt

Sophie in her Peekaboo Beans flutter pants and storytelling top.

Dylan in his Tricky & Titch Monkey shirt

Liam in his Rock&Rattle "Super cute in Japanese" t

Van dressed in babes in black

Maya wearing an Apples'n'Oranges original creation - dresses made exclusively for us!
Little Miss cutie in her Hatley Bloomin' raincoat

Carys in a Bugalug hair band and Anything but Ordinary long sleeve shirt in fuschia.

Kiernan in some PJZZZZZ

Roanen in his Rock'n'Rattle mohawk hoodzie
We're sold out of them right now, but we're getting more in! Start a registry if you like them :)

Keep entering!!

And we're launched!

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This past Saturday was our Official Grand Opening! The party was a hit, and we had a really great turn out! We would just like to thank everyone who came to support our home-grown business, as well as all of our new customers. Sometimes I have a hard time believing how far we've come since April!

We're looking forward to keeping the momentum going with Apples'n'Oranges over the next few months.

We have a couple of new brands on our website, so check out Beba Bean and Hatley for more great Canadian finds for your kids.

Don't forget about our Cutest Kid in Apples'n'Oranges Photo Contest! Send us pictures of your kids showing off the latest Apples'n'Oranges fashions and they could be entered into a draw to win a boys or girls hoodie, generously donated by Traci from Peekaboo Beans. Contest deadline is October 31, 2007.

Some very handsome young men

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Here are a few entries for our cutest kid in Apples'n'Oranges clothing contest. We want more more more! Send them to info@apples-n-oranges.com

Josey wearing a Kid Brother Trucking shirt.

Roanen wearing a Kid Brother Demolition crew shirt

Jacob wearing a magic spell top in spellcast from Peekaboo Beans

Joel also wearing a Kid Brother Trucking shirt.

Makes you feel all warm and fuzzy...

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.. when you get such a nice write-up!

Check out what Pinks and Blues girls wrote about Apples'n'Oranges today!

And stay tuned because I'll be posting some entries for our photo contest tonight. We have some very handsome young men to show off - but we need more entries - especially girls. Get snapping!

Get em while they're hot!

2007-10-04T13:24:00.000-04:00

When we get new items, they are highlighted in our "what's new" section, but when we get re-orders of really popular items, there's no way for people to know we've gotten more in. So I thought I'd give a little recap here on some of the hot items we've recently gotten more of in.

The Peekaboo beans line is always popular, but the Fairytale coat is out of this world cute and she sold out so quickly that she had a whole new batch made. We got our order this week and they're flying off the "shelves". Check them out, we won't have them for long!

The bugalug clips are now in, so check out the selection and don't forget you can use the coupon code blogclip10 for $2 off if you buy two pairs.

From kid brother we now have the long sleeve Trucking and Railway shirts available in both red and brown, and also up to size 8 (they fit small, so that would probably be more the right size for a 4 year old).

We also have a bunch of new inventory we need to get into the system, so keep your eyes open :)

Trade show tales

2007-10-01T22:36:00.000-04:00

Vicky and I now have a few parties under our belt, and this past weekend we attended the Starr Gymnastics baby show. Every time we set up, we learn a little something more. And almost every time we set up, something different is the hit of the party/show. Which is great - is good to mix things up! :) These shoes were so popular we sold out of all the pairs we had with us!

And we're practically sold out of the clips we told you about the other day, so if you're interested in using the coupon code, wait a week or so until we get our new stock in.

We decided we need to invest in some heavy duty signage, so if anyone has advice on where to go, or what to get, we'd love to hear. Less than two weeks to our big launch party - so much still to do! :)