if you're planning a trip to new york in the indefinite future you really should check out all brooklyn has to offer, especially if you're into things like eating. if you're also into babies there are about a million baby stores to visit, but what really floats my boat are all of the brooklyn based labels that are actually handmade in the borough. handmade products are created with love and care that we don't typically see in mass-produced clothes and toys. these labels create baby and home items with such creativity and uniqueness that, let's be honest, they are little works of art.
atelier atsuyo et akiko just might make the coolest baby tees and decorative pillows i've seen. the label offers hand silkscreened children and women's clothing, home decor and bags as well as whimsical, colorful accessories and jewelry. collaborations with the likes of jess brown, coral & tusk and the walt disney company have produced some true works of art, and their beautiful, clean designs have even made it acceptable to have disney decor on display in the living room.
the woodland world of hazel village is full of adorable (and delicious, or so i hear) animals that are hand made from organic cotton and outfitted in floral dresses, snazzy tops and ballet outfits that the animals like to share and trade. the animals' features are hand stitched so they are soft and safe for babies, and the endless wardrobe choices ensure that they will still be fun into toddlerhood and beyond. and if you weren't already sold, the fact that you can also have your animals personalized - initials hand stitched on the animal's heart, inside a heart - should do the trick.
winter water factory specializes in screen printed textiles with bold graphics and classic designs. every item is crafted from soft 100% certified organic cotton and made in the USA - from the fabric to the final stitch.
the world of Snuggly Ugly is comprised of the original snuggly ugly monsters, mostritos, and munchkins, all handmade from quality up-cycled cashmere sweaters. each one unique and the perfect soft and cozy companion for your baby to snuggle up with. the limited edition rag dolls are beautifully handmade with up-cycled cashmere and wool sweaters, hand stitched faces and one-of-a-kind dresses. the rag dolls are recommended for ages 3 and up, or whenever your baby stops eating inedible items.
odette williams offers fun and classic baby and toddler designs that are perfect for play. the tees and bodysuits are hand silk screened onto 100% organic cotton and are manufactured in the USA.
coral & tusk is not your grandmother's embroidery (though, i'm sure it is quite lovely). everything from pillows and dolls to artwork and stationery have been beautifully embroidered with cheeky scenes and endearing characters straight out of a wes anderson film: very moonrise kingdom meets the fantastic mr. fox. these magical, playful designs would be perfect decor for a nursery, though i have a feeling they could make themselves at home in any room of the house.
Maptote is a line of baby onesies, toddler tees, bags and paper goods decorated with maps of domestic and exotic locales. even better: the onesies and tees are made with US cotton that is 100% organic. and if you don't see your map of paris, texas or warrenton, missouri, don't worry, they do custom work. as long as you don't mind ordering in bulk.