July 2011
Welcome to the July issue of the Alphabet Street Mini Mag ! Well another month has come and gone and many of you would be filling your days with school holiday activities. (We hope you have been stopping by our school holiday section regularly as we are updating it daily with more activities we find). This month we have some great articles for you from Wendy Blume from Vegie Smugglers, an update on the Lake Macquarie Variety Playground and some great featured activities. New mini mag and new month means new competition and what fabulous prizes we have from Agoo Australia, 41 Orchard, Live.Play.Create, Jacob & Bonomi and Ecotoys. We hope you enjoy the July issue of the Alphabet Street Mini Mag! Penny Price OWNER
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“I am a modern lifestyle portrait photographer with a passion for people and photography which really is perfect for what I do! I love capturing the soul and spirit of you and your family and creating those memories that last a lifetime. I love capturing those candid moments you never knew were taken.” Mini Mag Newcastle Photographer Kylie Mitchell is owner of two fabulous photography Editorial: Penny Price Businesses; Heart in Motion All editorial and advertising Photography for kids and families and Spice enquiries Photography for women. e:info@alphabetstreet.com.au
Wendy Blume is an illustrator, graphic designer and home cook who spends most nights in the kitchen trying to feed two fussy children. The Vegie Smugglers blog and cookbook is her labour of love aimed at helping all of you out there in the same situation www.vegiesmugglers.com.au
Front cover photography location was the Newcastle Region Art Gallery. Artwork pictured on front cover was ; Tommy Watson Wipu 2003 acrylic on canvas
ABN: 89826197104 Photography: Kylie MitchellHeart in Motion Photography
COVER: Our cover star Jackie wears navy blue skirt by Small Society RRP $39.95 and navy with red dress applique top by Rhubarb RRP $34.95 from Rosie’s Closet in the Junction
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It’s All About..... This season we've introduced some sleepwear and a swimsuit, so little ones can enjoy our vintage-inspired style day and night. We had so much fun with our first trans-seasonal range that we have designed each new pieces in this collection for year-round fun as well. And there are even more unisex and boys pieces so no one misses out on the fun.
1. Esme Floral Dress- RRP $99.95, 2.Josie Swimsuit-RRP $79.95, 3. Bonnie Bonnet HatRRP $69.95 4. Jac Unisex Overalls RRP $99.95 5. Nell Shirt RRP $89.95 6. Evie Skirt RRP $89.95 7. Ada Coat- RRP $169.95 8. Molly Party Dress RRP-$149.95 5
WHAT: Teddy Bear’s Picnic-Music Fun for everyone! Bring along your favourite Teddy to join in singing, games, dancing and playing percussion. No prior experience necessary. Ages 6 months – 7 years (with an accompanying adult) WHEN: Tuesday 12th July 10am-11am WHERE: The Place Charlestown Community Centre-Corner of Frederick & Pearson Sts Charlestown. COST: $10 / child or $20 for family of 3 children (cash only) to register call Julie on 4963 2026 or email: julie@julieloganmusic.com.au WHAT: Child Injury Prevention Workshop- Mums, Dads, Grandparents & Carers are all invited to join us for a social morning and workshop, to learn about ways of preventing injury to children around the home, pool and in the car. Kids under 5 years welcome. WHEN:Thursday, 21st July 10am to 12:30pm WHERE:The Place Charlestown Community Centre-Corner of Frederick & Pearson Sts Charlestown. COST: Workshop fee $5 per adult Bookings are essential please WHAT: Festival of Kindergym: Circus Kinderfest- Kinderfest is on again and is a great opportunity for parents or grandparents who may not have the opportunity to attend kindergym during the regular term to watch how your child has developed through their engagement with gymnastics. The circus program will be much more extravagant than a normal kindergym class and there will be colour everywhere and much more equipment to enjoy. WHEN: Sunday 10th July , 10am-10.50am or 11am-11.50am WHERE: Hunter Sports Centre Glendale COST: Kindergym members-$13, non members-$15 WHAT: Dora the Explorer Live -Join Dora, Boots the monkey, Diego and their friends as they embark on an exciting journey through the number pyramid, the mixed-up jungle and more.
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WHEN: Saturday 10th September at 10.30am WHERE: Civic Theatre Newcastle COST: Tickets $29.50-$39.50
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WHAT:Chicks at the Flicks-Greater Union Glendale: Greater Union Glendale is giving you the opportunity to relive the magic of "Grease" in a special sing-a-long release at a special Chicks At The Flicks Screening. WHEN: Wed 27th July 7pm WHERE: Greater Union Glendale COST: $24 plus online booking fee (Vmax Cinema) WHAT: Hunter Valley Gardens Chocolate Festival-The Chocolate Festival at Hunter Valley Gardens is heading into its 4th year and this year is gearing up to be bigger, better and sweeter than ever, where everyone can enjoy "the sweet life" at Hunter Valley Gardens. Plenty of activities for the kids including cupcake decorating. WHEN: 6th & 7th August WHERE:Hunter Valley Gardens COST: CLICK HERE WHAT: Ted Prior has authored/illustrated the delightful children's book series 'Grug'. Grug began life when lightning struck the top of an Australian Burrawang Tree. To date he has had thirty adventures. View original Grug artworks on the gallery walls and perhaps meet Grug in person . WHEN:16th & 17th July 10am-5pm WHERE: Morpeth Gallery, 5 Green St, Morpeth COST: FREE WHAT: Come along to Richmond Vale's "Family Fun Fest". Carnival rides will be a feature at this years' event. Dodgem cars, giant slide, bumper boats, jumping castle and more will be available to keep the whole family entertained. Thomas the Tank Engine and friend will be visiting and providing regular miniature train rides. Camel rides will also be available. All rides will incur additional fees and for this reason entry to this event is FREE. There will be plenty of attractions and face painting for all to enjoy. WHEN: 17th-18th September 10am-4pm WHERE: Richmond Vale Railway COST: CLICK HERE
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Introducing...
Alex RiggsOwner/Designer Oobi Baby & Kids Oobi Baby and Kids have been designing children's educational toys and textiles since 1998. Oobi’s mission is to create beautiful, retro, charming and slightly whimsical fashion that pushes the boundaries of what people usually expect from children's wear. This month we talk to creator, designer and owner of this gorgeous brand, Alex Riggs.
Q & A with Alex What is the inspiration behind creating the Oobi designs? ALEX :The inspiration is always different. It can be anything from an amazing colour to a trip overseas to revisiting an old storybook. Our ranges are always retro-inspired but have little ‘themes’ that can be seen throughout. It’s a nice way to keep the ranges fresh and to try and create a story with every season. What has been the hardest hurdle to conquer in your career so far? ? ALEX: It’s difficult to switch off I guess. I’m always breathing, dreaming, thinking Oobi and I find that I have completely blurred the line between my work life and my personal life. I always debate with people though – why “switch off” when you love what you do? I’m bored on holidays for example unless I’m checking out vintage markets, looking for buttons or finding inspiration. At night I love going on Facebook and seeing the photos of littlies wearing Oobi. In terms of a business hurdle it’s been hard in the past to get into stores. There are lots of people who haven’t heard of Oobi and don’t want to open their doors to new ideas. Building up a brand and a signature has really helped us to create a niche in the children’s fashion arena but there are still people who don’t ‘get’ it. I won’t change my designs though so we’ll see! What are three words to describe your journey so far with Oobi? ALEX: Exciting, Colourful, Emotional At what point in your Oobi life did you feel like all the hard work has paid off? ALEX : Being voted “Australia’s Favourite Children’s Fashion Brand” by the readers of KidStyleFile was one of the most exciting moments of my life. I had no idea back then that so many people even knew who we were. I remember Angela Anderson saying to me “you have no idea what you’ve created” and I was just in shock. Proper shock! If you weren't a designer for a gorgeous children's brand, what would you be doing? ALEX: I’d probably be teaching Spots or Stripes? ALEX: Uhhhh... I’ll let you guess! 8
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Newcastle Region Art Gallery ARTCART Family Program Artcart is a family art program that happens all year free of charge at Newcastle Region Art Gallery. Join us any Saturday or Sunday, between the 10.30am – 12.30am. No need to reserve a place, just drop in. The program is designed to involve children and their parents in looking at art and art making activities, with a focus on providing a family atmosphere where young people develop confidence in their skills to understand, discuss and create art, and gain a sense of ownership and comfort within the Gallery space.
Caledonia Foundation, BMT Quantity Surveyors, Mega Pacific Hydraulics and S&S Creativity Unlimited. For further information visit www.nag.org.au or phone the Gallery on 49745113. 1 Laman Street, Newcastle. Open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am – 5pm. Entry is Free
Each week, the Artcart is situated in front of art being explored, so that participants have a clear connection and identification with the original, real thing, not prints or reproductions. Activities change every two weeks, varying with the exhibition program, while exploring a range of different types of materials and techniques. The program is staffed by local artists and tutors, who are assisted by volunteers from The University of Newcastle teaching course. Artcart is sponsored by The 10
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Featured Activity
Sporty Toddlers with Sporty Kids Are you looking for a great activity for your 2 year old? Sporty Kids has developed “Sporty Toddlers”, a NEW 30 minute program to cater for your little 2 year old. Using a variety of sporting equipment you will learn the basics of throwing, kicking, catching, passing and hitting through a FUN and creative variety of games. While some parental participation is required, the coaches engage and encourage independence, coordination and fun in every session. Every term runs for 10 weeks, and is an outdoor program embracing the “outside and active” philosophy of Sporty Kids. It is also the perfect prelude to the great preschooler programs they already offer. For more information go to http://www.sportykids.net.au/SportyToddlers.html or call 02 49518886.
Cook right, once a night! By Wendy Blume As if time-poor mum’s didn’t already have enough on their plates, it seems as though many of us are spending WAY too much time in the kitchen playing the role of short order cook for our fussy families! There are many bad eating and cooking habits that develop slowly in households over time. Cooking multiple meals is one of the most common. Often parents never stop catering for their ‘babies’ and find themselves still in the habit of cooking two meals every night, even once the children are at school. While parents making efforts to keep everyone happy should be congratulated, the whole epic dinner-time quickly becomes The good news is that with a bit of a burden that is endured rather than planning, kitchen slavery can be a thing enjoyed. of the past. Ideally, you’re aiming to find a stash of meals that everyone loves, but while you’re on the road to finding those, you can explore a range of flexible recipes, that can either be enjoyed by everyone, or easily modified or adapted at the time you serve them. This is one of the key reasons why Vegie Smuggler recipes are so perfect for families – healthy meals, enjoyed by children and easily adapted for parents. This ravioli with orange sauce recipe displays a few important Vegie-Smuggling principles… 14
This ravioli with orange sauce recipe displays a few important VegieSmuggling principles… 1.There’s a combination of hidden and invisible healthy ingredients. Kids need to learn that vegies are a part of every day. They need to understand that they will be served them every night. Over time they will learn to enjoy a wide range of ingredients. But often these visible vegies will be pushed aside, which is why the invisible vegies are so important. You can relax, knowing that even with only half the meal eaten, they are getting a large whack of vitamins and minerals. 2. You’re able to serve healthy meals no matter how busy your schedule is. This orange sauce can be made ahead and stored in the fridge. The vegies can also be chopped up and kept in containers in the fridge. This means at the end of the day, you can dash in, cook the ravioli and have dinner served in less than 15 minutes. It’s so important to plan for success. Utilise the freezer and ‘make-ahead’ meals to keep good food on the table all week. Also buy wisely at the supermarket – using ravioli in this recipe saves time and also lures kids into the healthy sauce. In an ideal world, you’d make everything from scratch and avoid fats and chemicals, but I’m a realist about how households run, especially on nights when you’ve all been at work all day. 3. Flexible recipes mean one delicious meal for everyone. Most of my recipes come with a list of optional ingredients, or suggestions for how to ‘gourmet’ up a basic dinner. This ravioli can be topped with cherry tomatoes, grated carrot, cubed feta, olives, basil, toasted pinenuts or chopped chilli – whatever works for the various members of your family. Hope you enjoy it!
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Ravioli with Orange Sauce 1½ red capsicums, deseeded, cut into large chunks ¼ cup cottage cheese (or ricotta) 1 tbsp sun-dried tomato slices in oil 600g packet beef ravioli 125g can corn kernels, drained 1 punnet cherry tomatoes, halved TO SERVE (all optional, to suit different family members) basil leaves, olives, toasted pine nuts, parmesan cheese and freshly ground black pepper. Preheat grill to high. Pop the capsicum under the grill skin-side up and leave until black and charred. Don’t be shy about it – the blacker the skin, the more easily it will peel off. Remove and cover with a tea towel for 10 minutes, then peel skin off and discard. Chop capsicum flesh roughly and place in a stick blender. Blitz until smooth. Add cottage cheese and sun-dried tomato and blend until smooth. Cook pasta according to packet directions, then drain and return to the saucepan. Pour the sauce and vegies on top and toss to combine. Scatter with basil. SERVES 2 ADULTS & 2 KIDS For more free recipes and to buy the Vegie Smugglers cookbook, visit www.vegiesmugglers.com.au
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Markets, Festivals & Fairs
Newcastle's newest handmade market is coming 23rd July 2011 from 9am to 2pm. Newcastle Handmade Market is centrally located at 'The Place', Charlestown's brand new community centre at the south end of Charlestown Square. This unique indoor venue means the market can be enjoyed rain, hail or shine and all year round. Set amongst restaurants, shops and a lovely children's playground, there's something for the whole family to enjoy. Shoppers can browse the wide range of handmade stalls by local crafters including children's clothes and accessories, soaps, candles, cakes, photography, jewellery, homewares, soft toys, MCNs and much more. For more information make sure your join the Newcastle Handmade Facebook page for more updates. 17
Exciting things to come at Lake Macquarie's largest and most exciting playground! The Lake Macquarie Variety Playground is currently undergoing a major expansion with $4.5 million being invested in provide a fun and exciting play space. The playground is designed to cater for all children of all ages, no matter what their abilities are and ensure that everyone can play and interact together. Lake Macquarie City Council opened the first stages of the playground in 2008 to high acclaim, winning local, state and national awards for the facility. The biggest problem faced once the facility opened was the demand for additional equipment, particularly swings. Since then, Council was successful in obtaining $3.1 million from the Federal Government to put towards the expansion, including custom-made elements to capture the imagination of kids big and small.
If you have been down to the playground or checked out the updates on Facebook, you will see that a lot of work is currently underway with some of the new sections already open for use. The Circuit zone was opened in November 2010 and includes two intersecting tracks designed for kids to learn to use their wheels safely. It has signs and challenges typical of an everyday streetscape and some other features that are just for fun. There are picnic tables & seating throughout the Circuit zone. 18
The new amenities block adjacent to the main entry to the playground, includes a family toilet cubicle, MLAK accessible toilets and MLAK accessible change rooms toilets were opened at the end of May, and replace the old out dated toilet block. The final stages also include a new cafe/kiosk and will no doubt make will make the playground an even more popular destination. While the building is finished, we have to wait just a little while longer for that takeaway coffee. The operators are currently fitting out the space, with an opening date due in early August. While work at the playground isn’t due to be complete until the end of July, the water play zone, performance zone & quiet zone are all scheduled for completion in time for the July school holidays.
So if you are looking for something to do with the kids these school holidays check out the new sections of the Lake Macquarie Variety Playground at Speers Point Park.
New sections of the Lake Macquarie Variety Playground Quiet zone – This area will be a place that is separately fenced to allow kids with special needs to be able to build up their confidence before entering the main playground. It will also give them an area to chill out if the rest of the park gets a bit too much. Other people can play here too, however, if our specials users arrive and need to use this space, you may be required to move out into the rest of the playground.
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The Quiet Zone has been designed in consultation with autism support groups, as a safe and quiet area to play. We hope that people understand and respect the intended use of this section of the playground. It will be sign posted so that other users of the playground understand what this special area is designed for.
Water Play Zone - This area includes equipment for playing with water, such as spouts, spray jets, troughs and an Archimedes screw and includes a sandy beach for building sand castles. All the equipment in this area is wheelchair accessible. The area is located under existing established shady trees and has seating for parents and carers. This zone encourages play that involves the senses – touch and sound. It is a continuation of the existing dry creek bed, already running through the playground with a focus on the natural environment.
There will be hand pumps and spring loaded taps that kids will need to operate to start the water moving, and trough, dishes and spouts to collect the water and keep water moving. This is not a ‘swimming area’ – no bodies of water. Performance Zone - this is a spiral stage that kids can work their way up to by following the winding bumping wall or the wheelchair accessible path. The wall forms an informal auditorium for the 'audience' and a great place for watching & listening. It is surrounded by picnic shelters & open picnic areas. Located under existing trees to enhance shade it is passive area for quiet play time that uses imagination and interaction between kids to build confidence. This area could be used by school groups, library groups or similar as a place for story time or teaching activities. 21
Big Swing zone - Different types of swings for different experiences & levels of ability set within existing trees and open space. These swings have been installed but the fence will be extended to enclose them when the rest of the construction is finished. Maze zone - This area will have nonphysical challenges testing memory and problem solving includes a labyrinth maze & puzzles, spinners, seating and areas to rest. Sensory Garden - Playing with smelling, tasting & touching plants and other landscaping elements. There will be opportunities for learning about the natural environment and making ‘scientific’ discoveries under existing shady trees.
Climbing Tower in the Mountain Zone - A focus on climbing and development of confidence, upper body strength & bone density development , this will be the most active and challenging zone within the playground.
There will be a variety of ways up and down (nets, platforms, ladders, ramps, hand holds) with a mining theme to reflect the industrial heritage of the region. This includes mineshafts disappearing into the ground and a giant poppet wheel! For users with mobility restrictions they will be able to achieve height and experience ‘climbing’. There will also be a double flying fox in this zone!
This article was written by Kelly Loftberg who although is no longer working on the project, has been an integral part of the process from day one.
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See and Do
If your little one can’t get enough of LEGO construction, then LEGOLAND is a must see destination when planning your next overseas holiday. If you are concerned that LEGOLAND is not on the holiday map, you can ensure that a LEGOLAND will be close by with theme parks in Demark (Billund), Windsor (UK), California and Germany. There are also three future
LEGOLANDS currently being developed in Malaysia, Dubai and Florida. The parks are marketed to young families and although many of the parks have rides such as roller coasters, they are not as extreme as most theme park rides. All four of the parks include a Lego miniland, a model village which includes models of
landmarks and scenes from around the world made from millions of genuine Lego bricks. The parks' rides are all Lego themed; many are made to appear as if they are built out of Lego bricks. There is so much to see and do and even the young at heart will not be able to go past picking up a brick or two and constructing a model of their own. www.legoland.com
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Recommended Reading Chris Kennett (Scholastic) RRP- $16.99 ALPHA MONSTERS is the first published children’s book from Bendigo Author/Animator/Illustrator Chris Kennett. ALPHA MONSTERS is the tale of Freddy Jackson who after getting caught in a thunderstorm falls into another world and goes on a rhythmical journey with Alpha-Monster A who needs Freddy’s help. In the search of AlphaMonster A’s teddy, we meet the other monsters from A-Z. Find out if the Freddy and the monsters can help Alpha-Monster A find his teddy before dinnertime. For more information on where to find this book CLICK HERE.
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Retro Toys Do you remember?...
Then: Game and Watch was a line of handheld Now: The Nintendo DS is a portable game electronic games produced by Nintendo from 1980 to 1991. Created by game designer Gunpei Yokoi, each Game & Watch features a single game to be played on an LCD screen in addition to a clock and an alarm (thus, "Game & Watch"). Titles available in Game & Watch form vary from Mickey Mouse , Snoopy Tennis to Nintendo staples such as Donkey Kong, The Legend of Zelda, and Mario Bros. (WIKIPEDIA)
console produced by Nintendo, first released on November 21, 2004. A distinctive feature of the system is the presence of two separate LCD screens, the lower of which is a touchscreen, encompassed within a clamshell design. The Nintendo DS also features a built-in microphone and supports wireless standards, allowing players to interact with each other within short range, or online with the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection service. (WIKIPEDIA)
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Agoo legwarmers, made from soft, silky and sustainable bamboo. These one size fits all funky accessory for girls and boys aged 0-tweens are great for arms too! The hardest part will be choosing which designs you want. Agoo Australia is excited to introduce Agoo Direct, an alternative to chocolate fundraisers for your childcare, pre-school or playgroup, in fact any group who wishes to harness the power of bulk buying! To celebrate we are offering 2 Alphabet Street subscribers a 3 pair legwarmer packs, valued at $45 per pack, suitable for girls and boys aged newborn to tweens. Visit http://www.agoo.com.au/agoo-direct and tell us what features make our products are perfect for kids in care. 29
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Wall decals are a great idea for decorating your baby’s nursery , child’s room or playroom. 41 Orchard have a quality range of modern, well designed wall stickers so you are sure to find something to fit in with your nursery decor. Owls, mushrooms, tree’s and woodland forests... Choose a design to help create the look and feel you want for your child’s space. 41 Orchard decals are made from a self adhesive fabric, they are completely removable with no damage to your wall surface and will not curl over time like some vinyl ones. This month, up for grabs is a $100 voucher to spend with 41 Orchard. To get inspired and see their whimsical collection, head to www.41orchard.com
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fruut, is a new storage system which will revolutionise home storage... as beautiful as it is practical. The fruut sacks are a toy bag that converts to a play mat and back again, allowing you to store, transport and play in one functional bag. Perfect for toys with hundreds of small pieces such as lego, dolls clothes, tea sets and the like, fruut sacks allow you to keep most of the pieces on the play mat during playtime making pack away a breeze. Simply pull the string and hang. The fruut sacks are also great for taking toys on holiday or to the park. Just grab a sack and go. Available in Luminous Green, Luscious Red, Princess Pink or Cool Blue. Fruut sacks can be hung on the stylish fruut tree or for the spacially challenged, on the fruut hooks where they can place the fruut sacks up a narrow wall, on a bed end, on a solid door etc. Live Play Create intend to expand with a conscience and for the fruut system have chosen to support Focus Cambodia, to help transform the lives of the children of Cambodia under their 'Tree of Life' campaign. LIVE PLAY CREATE are creators of unique, stylish and sustainable wooden toys and homewares to make kids lives simple and stylishly fun. They are dedicated to creating quality memories for today's busy parents and their adventure hungry kids. This month one lucky subscriber will win 2 x fruut storage sacks and a set of 4 leaf hooks valued at $125. For more information go to www.liveplaycreate.com.au 30
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jacob & bonomi celebrates timeless nature and modern design in a gorgeous array of children’s blankets and linen. Sydney designer Emma Gordon is inspired by the Nordic tradition of simple but striking composition. The former photographer and mother of two creates modern designs that embrace childhood without making it childish. jacob & bonomi’s light and uncluttered textiles will be the centrepiece of your child’s bedroom for years to come. All the blankets and fabrics are designed in Sydney, Australia. jacob & bonomi strive to offer bed linen, blankets and quilts for babies and children that are unique in design without compromising quality. All the linen is made from the softest 100% cotton percale with a 250 thread count. The blankets are also made from 100% cotton, they are double layered offering extra warmth in the cooler months. The cot quilts are filled with 100% Australian wool with a 100% cotton outer. All the products are machine washable. This month one lucky subscriber will have the chance of winning a 100% Australian Wool Filled Cot Quilt valued at $78.00. The quilt is beautifully light weight yet is super cozy as it has a gsm rating of 300 which is equal to the weight of 2 wool blankets. For more information go to www.jacobandbonomi.com.au 31
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Looking for a safer and more natural alternative to the mass produced plastic toys that end up in landfill? Then you’ll love this month’s competition to win a $100 Eco Toys store voucher. Eco Toys, located in Melbourne’s Hawthorn East provides beautifully crafted, natural and sustainable toys and baby products. Their toys are made to last a lifetime and inspire creativity and curiosity in children. What’s more all the materials used are completely natural and non-toxic so you can be rest assured that your child is not being exposed to harmful chemicals while they play. Their toys are perfect for teething babies as the only stock certified organic cotton soft toys and even have a range of baby rattles that are only finished with natural beeswax. They also sell a large range of organic baby products which includes things such as organic clothing, slings, BPA free glass bottles & rubber soothers, organic skincare, blankets and of course toys. Eco Toys also ships Australia wide so customers can order their beautiful toys from the comfort of their own home at http://www.ecotoys.com.au/store/ This month one lucky subscriber will have the chance of winning $100 gift voucher to spend in store or online. 32
Monthly Competition Terms and Conditions •Entrant can only enter once •Winners will be notified by email •Winners will need to respond to email within 7 days to collect their prize •Alphabet Street will determine what prize is issued to winning entrants •Entrants must be 18 years and over •Entrants must be from within Australia •Competition will close midnight on the 31st July2011
Would you like your little one to be the next cover star of the Alphabet Street mini mag? Each month we will email our
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month. This theme will need to be incorporated into any photos you send us and will need to be somehow included in the photo. It may be pets, toothbrushes, food etc. The most creative entry will have a chance of being the cover star of our mini mag for that month as well as being shot by children’s portrait photographer Kylie Mitchell from Heart in Motion Photography.. If you are a subscriber to Alphabet Street....stay tuned for more information 33