As a ‘thank you’ to our wonderful customers, we’re offering a FREE BODYSUIT with any order over $75!
To receive your free gift, simply add the baby bodysuit of your choice (an $11.50 value) to your cart totaling more than $75, and enter promo code GIFT12 during the last step in your checkout process.
Offer is good now through December 25th. Does not apply to previous purchases.
With much joy, my brother and his beautiful wife recently welcomed the addition of this tiny, perfect newborn to their family. We are all beyond thrilled for them. Yesterday we fit in an impromtu photo shoot for some lovely new products (coming soon), and I could not get enough of his sweet little self. Blame me?
(Little Man is wrapped in our gorgeous cable knit blanket. It has awesome drape & stretch qualities…perfect for swaddling!)
Precious Alannah Samantha in our Clarice Christening Gown: what a beautiful smile she has! Her mother, Samantha, shares:
“My mother…recently ordered from your website for my daughter Alannah Samantha’s Christening. It was held at St. Nicholas of Tolentine Catholic Church in the Bronx, the same church my brother/my daughters Godfather, and myself were baptized at. The day was also special because it was her Godmother’s Birthday. It was a beautiful family affair and I can’t thank your company enough for helping us complete the day. Alannah looked like a precious angel!
Myself and my family would like to thank you for delivering a truly exceptional quality dress and accessories for such a memorable day!
Warmest Regards,
Samantha, Alannah Samantha, & Marcella (Very Proud Grandma)
Ps. We would like to send an extra special thank you to Jenny, for making sure everything arrived just in time!”
With the big Holidays upon us, it’s not too late to throw together a sweet portrait for card-sending or gift-giving. Whether you’re working with a professional or putting together an impromptu shoot on your own, these steps will help you get the job done:
1-Pick an outfit. It can be fancy & formal holiday attire, or simple with a hint of holiday color.
2-Think about your background. Christmas lights, pretty patterned fabric, chalkboard, outdoor, front porch, back-alley…the options are limitless!
3-Grab some props. Ornaments, candy canes, little chalkboards, pillows, garlands, variations on the trendy mustache, wrapped gifts…again, if you can imagine it, it can work.
4- Timing is everything. Make sure you’re hitting the kiddos’ happy time! Timing is important when it comes to lighting too: you’ll need to pay attention to the natural light from your windows for indoor shots, and dusk is best for outdoor shots.
5-Have some attention-grabbers on hand. Squeaky toys, funny faces…whatever works to bring a smile to that sweet face.
6-Snap a LOT of photos. More often than not, it takes a TON of shots to get one that’s just right.
7-Pick your winner and go with it. Now that you’ve done the work, print and share it. Portraits make lovely gifts…and there are so many fun ways to enjoy them in your own home too!
For more ideas, we’ve put together a Pinterest Board with many ideas to spark your creativity.
Oh, and if you’re still in need of something special for your little one to wear for portraits or to that big party, consider our beautiful selection of baby holiday dresses & outfits.
So true. There is ALWAYS something to be grateful for. We are grateful for you. Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at One Small Child!
Halloween’s coming! Someone in the sewing room is excited…and clever, this ghostly web is made from cutting scraps of our lacy Lucy christening gown!
(If Halloween is around the corner, so is Christmas–get your darling baby’s first holiday dress or outfit here! When they’re gone, they’re gone…)
New christening gifts are rolling in at One Small Child, and I’m completely enchanted by these tiny porcelain boxes…they make a sweet little baby gift on their own, but the delicate rosary tucked inside makes them an over-the-top addition to your baby girl or baby boy’s christening accessory keepsake collection.
One of the most common questions we get is, “What size should I order for my baby?” It’s normal to feel uncertain when trying to gauge exactly what size to select when you don’t have the actual gown or outfit in your hands. Fortunately, we’ve been doing this a long time, and we have a lot of experience in helping you make your decision.
Our christening gowns and outfits are sized in a traditional infant size range: Newborn, 3 month, 6 month, 9 month, 12 month, 18 month, and 24 month. These size names can be misleading: it makes sense to think, “If my baby is 6 months old, he’s going to wear a size 6 month outfit.” However, every baby is unique. You may have a thin, petite 9 month-old who perfectly fits a size 6 month gown, or a chubby little cherub who’s rocking size 12 month at the ripe old age of 6 months.
For this reason we always encourage our clients to measure their babies and refer to the size charts listed on the ordering page for each of our christening styles.
Here’s what you’ll need to gather to measure your baby:
-the baby (you want to be sure he/she is unclothed or close to it…measuring over a snug-fitting undershirt is fine; over a heavy top is not)
-a blanket or other comfortable surface on which to work (be sure baby won’t roll off an elevated surface)
-a soft measuring tape (if you don’t have a flexible tape, you can use a piece of string, and compare it to a ruler or construction measuring tape)
For both christening gowns and outfits, you’ll need a chest measurement. Wrap the tape just below baby’s underarms, and pull it snug (not too tight). Make sure the measurement is as accurate as possible.
For christening rompers, you’ll need both the chest measurement and the torso measurement demonstrated below. The torso measurement is the most important metric to guarantee a correct fit. Place the end of the tape at the point where his neck meets his shoulder, and measure down to the bottom of his diaper.
It’s a simple process, but can get complicated pretty quick with a squirmy child…it’s okay if you need to take the measurement a couple times to verify accuracy.
Once you’ve got your numbers, check them against the size chart for the particular style(s) you’re interested in. All size charts are found on a tab in the lower left-hand corner of the product ordering page. Many of our size charts list a weight range as well as the measurements–this is for reference only, if in doubt, go with the measurements.
Once you’ve tackled this job, you’re well on your way to acquiring the perfect outfit for Baby’s special day!
Believe it or not, THE HOLIDAYS ARE COMING!!! Save yourself last-minute hassle, and get baby’s first-holiday dress (or little man suit) crossed off your list with one of these to-die-for cute ensembles:
They’re all available now at One Small Child — limited-edition dressy holiday styles for baby girls & boys. For the girls, we’ve made accessorizing easy: each dress comes with the adorable curly ostrich puff headband pictured. Even better, everything is made in the USA!
Yesterday I loaded up my kiddo trio and made the 25 minute drive to the nearest Costco. On our way back, there was a slow-down on the freeway (a rare occurance in our laid-back small town community), and my 8-year-old sighed from the back seat, “I hate traffic”.
I giggled, then realized that is the extent of traffic he’s accustomed to. I love living out in the open…where commute time doesn’t have to factor in stop-start road congestion, and every once in awhile you can be a drive-up party to this kind of road block on your very own street:
